18 Oct 1940
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Newspaper
Greeley Daily Tribune
Location
Greeley, Colorado, United States of America
Date
Oct 18, 1940
Page
1
A garbled weather brief notes conditions including a Friday dry spell, cooler Saturday, and a fair day for Brics region. It mentions an 24 hour period ending Friday at 6 am with a high 71 and low BAL in local terms.
Fragmented dispatch claims German forces attempted a crossing from France on September 16. Reports describe aerial raids, heavy antiaircraft barrages, and ships attacked near Dover amid shifting weather as authorities assess the plan and potential invasion of Magland.
Secretary of War Stimson announced the plan to mobilize 800000 conscripts by mid June with about 130000 paid recruits ready by early February and 96000 guardsmen already mobilized under training. The program targets one in twenty of 446,064,000 potential servicemen and details a three year system including armored divisions and expert corps.
A dated dispatch describes Japanese air raids targeting the Burma Road terminus near Yunnep province, with bombs dropped on Chinese forward posts and logistics hubs. Officials report renewed Japanese activity toward Laghla and attacks on munitions convoys, while a British officer notes visible appreciation of Allied efforts.
A seven year old boy, Bobby Phillips, died after a deer rifle discharged while playing at home. Dr. Knott noted the boy was away from his residence when the accident occurred. The incident is under investigation by local authorities as details emerge.
Secretary of War Stimata announced today a 200000 drafted army increase with plans to extend the draft into October. The draft notices and quotas were distributed nationwide, listing Relehort as a registered draftee from Ward one, with details on serial numbers and local headquarters. The message lists states represented, including Nebraska, New York, California, Texas, and Michigan, and notes logistics such as mileage and draft districts.
Fragmentary obituary notice for Thomas H. Ramsey born February 1, 1868 in England. Mentions emigration to the United States, marriage, and residence in Denver with references to Associates Freight and the Union column. Contains garbled dates and places, including Denver agency work and death details.
The article describes a draft card draw at the courthouse in Washington with the first card drawn by the Northern Weld assembly. Reichert Jr. from north of Sresley appears in Class IV, photographed as the card was lifted. Officials note the serial numbers indicate order for Washington procedures, not the draft outcome, and several board members are named, including Hasbrouck and Eldred.
Fragmentary OCR notes reference Fred Leon No 1 in South Weld Fort Lupton with unclear dates and duties. Mentions Dentristiet and Fort Lupton, plus names Ragkop and Gna in garbled form.
Willkie leads the college poll with 43 percent of votes as Roosevelt trails. Homecoming week features 12 candidates, including Ils Alliognam and Barbara Combsky, for the Homecoming Queen crown. The election was held at a college assembly chaired by Robert Hull with participation by students and faculty.
Britain announces significant naval commands reshuffle to boost World War II efforts. Admiral King or similar is highlighted, with focus on new leadership and intensified air and sea operations against German targets near Bristol Channel and Liverpool.
Homecoming Day parade steps off at 10 80 morning from Tenth Street, proceeds between Tenth and Seventh on Savout Street to Ninth Avenue, south to Elxatt retreat, east on Blelitl street to Elelith avenue, south to Eighty Avenue, then northeast to Tenth Avenue and Cranford Club, with fourteen college organizations marching in the procession.
A fragmented program lists Homecoming activities with times on Friday and Saturday including parades, rallies, and games at Jackson and Javkon Fields. Names like Paredes and Latterman appear among student union events, with schedules around 2:20 p.m. and 7:10 p.m. Readable items indicate campus festivities and student organization involvement.
In Philadelphia on October 18 two explosions damaged the Me upols Printing company building at 808 Washington, injuring workers and shattering windows. Investigators said incendiary devices caused the blasts, which followed an earlier disturbance as they ravaged the plant district near Market Street. The incident disrupted printing and prompted immediate inquiries. funeral notices for Mary Beth Moretynd were announced for Saturday.
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