British Fliers Attack Again Over English Coast
British planes attacked the Nazi held French coast in daylight actions with raids near Boulogne and across the channel. Reports say ten German planes were shot down as RAF bombers and fighters pressed the assault. One bomber and one fighter are listed missing. waterborne and air explosions were heard across the channel.
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Folkestone
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War economy of Axis duo strengthened by deals
Rome reports that Italy and Germany solidified their war economy through Berlin agreements aimed at arming forces for new tasks. Committees met in the past two weeks and disclosed mainly war supply moves while also resolving economic, financial, and monetary issues tied to Italian German occupation of Yugoslavia and Greece.
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Italy
Germany
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Yugoslavia
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Slipping Fan Belt Causes Overheating in Cars
A slipping fan belt is identified as one of the most common causes of overheating in automobile engines. The issue reduces cooling efficiency and can lead to engine damage if not addressed promptly.
Exile Orders Target 105 Italians in U.S. Services
The State Department notes 105 Italians will be expelled under the order, including 33 consular officers and 57 consular employees, with 87 more Italian-Americans possibly affected. The note to Ambassador Colonna directs closing Italian consular establishments and removing personnel by July 15, 1941, with Washington’s representative exempted. Welles signs the note.
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Welles
Peril on the seas spurs U.S. reparations debate
United States lawmakers react to Germany and Japan actions as President Roosevelt links German protests to possible decisive steps. Pepper sees Hitler aiming to close sea lanes, while Knutson calls the address a curtain raiser for war. Rep. Eaton calls it a sound American message amid a growing crisis.
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House Foreign Affairs Committee
WORLD WAR PRESIDENT HORIZONTAL 1U. S. A. World War president.
A clipped puzzle item listing across and down clues for a word fill titled World War president. The puzzle mixes numbers and abbreviations with entries like 12 One who dives and 35 Musical syllable, suggesting a themed crossword or fill-in quiz from a historical page.
Veteran torpedoman among 33 death in submarine incident
Fate VASSALBORO Me June 21 Navy reports indicate Chief Torpedoman William C Wolfe a veteran pig boat sailor died yesterday along with 32 shipmates when a submarine retired to augment Americas first line of defense failed to surface after a practice dive off Portsmouth New Hampshire Wolfe retired in 1929 after 30 years service and re entered active duty two years ago with the elderly boat involved in the mishap.
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Rio Welcomes Hollywood Star Don Ameche Visit
A newspaper note states that Rio de Janeiro will host Don Ameche, a figure in the moving picture business, marking his appearance in the city. The brief item confirms the actor's connection to cinema and his visit.
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Mileage drop from pressure rule in attire study
Tests show that for every 10 pounds of pressure below normal attire is allowed to drop, an 8 percent decrease in mileage results.
Politician allies shift as oil interests back Dies in Texas race
Analysis notes Townsendish rhetoric aimed at weakening Governor O Daniel as oil interests split between O Daniel and Dies. Martin Dies delivers speeches with American Legion backing while Gerald Mann leverages Gov O Daniel administration ties. Rates show postwar price spikes for commodities, imports, agriculture, and raw materials up 32 to 46 percent.
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William Green Targets John L Lewis With 100 Percent American Stamp
A fiery attack from William Green on former ally John L. Lewis unfolds through AF of L materials stamped 100 Percent American. The Washington headquarters distributes the pamphlets asserting strong labor unity and nationalist charge.
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New British Postal Film System for Overseas Troops
A wartime innovation uses photo film to transmit text from home to overseas troops. Writers fill small cards, images are captured on a 13 pound film reel, duplicates allow recovery if lost, and enlargements are issued in London with only name and address visible. The system creates a permanent censorship record stored on film.
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Middle East
Narow
Speculation on living costs and price lag confuses shoppers
The piece explains how conflicting price signals and lag between raw materials and consumer goods complicate future budgets. It notes 4.4 percent rising now and predicts remaining 42 percent increases may follow, with forecasts falling into speculation by experts.
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Softening Prices Reflect Inflation Debate In 1939
The August 1939 figures show Kansas City wheat up from 65.6 to 95.6 cents a bushel and corn from 46 to 74 cents. Hogs rise from 6.88 to 59.43 per hundredweight, steers from 9.25 to 11.25. Coffee climbs to 11.7 cents a pound sugar to 3.4 cents, while flour remains cheaper year over year. Beef up eight percent, pork higher on salt. Officials’ price signals may not fully reflect grocery prices. the note argues continued inflation debate amid softening consumer protections.
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Damascus Defenses Hold as British Attacks Continue
French sources report Damascus resisting heavy British shelling with a strong position established between Damascus and Kissone. They say Mezze airfield area was cleared of invaders, Kuneitra withdrawn after a mission, and over 1,000 prisoners captured. British fleet pressured off Lebanese coast by French air and shore gunfire. Contact reestablished with French garrison at Merdjayoun after surrounding Lebanese operations.
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Iraq
Vichy
France
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Kuneitra
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German Russian Pact Tilt Buoys War Fears
A British source claims a German led faction in Germany backs war to exploit Russian industry and resources. It says Hitler may press Russia to prevent a revolt at home, while a Kremlin faction opposes appeasement. London observers foresee a possible German Russian rapprochement followed by a strike against England.
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Submarine 0-9 Likely Crushed as Rescue Efforts Continue
Crew reported no life aboard the 0-9 and strongest belief shifted to crushing damage. Four submarines swept the area with grapnels while small boats handled buoy markings and wreckage, including a deck segment labeled 9-p-7 found amid oil and cork fragments. Navy officials, including Secretary Knox and Admiral Wainwright, oversaw the scene from Falcon.
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Edmund Jewell
Labor unions push for wage increases amid uncertain administration impact
A fragment notes unions demand higher wages while cautioning they should wait for clear evidence of the administration tempering inflation. The line suggests a debate over how to measure success before granting big pay raises and hints at broader economic pressure from labor groups.
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Berlin silent on closing of U S consulates in Germany
Berlin reports show no official word on the demand to close United States consulates. Still, public worry grows about potential rupture of relations with Germany and possible U S entry into war.
Weather Summary for North Carolina and Nearby Coasts
Partly cloudy tonight and Sunday with scattered showers in the south portion. Winds vary north of Hatteras to Jacksonville from southeast to gentle to moderate, easing light inland. Overall fair conditions anticipated across most areas with some showers in the southern portions.
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40 And 8 Opens Legion Meet
Durham June 21 A meeting of the 40 and 8 the fun and honor society today preceded the annual state convention of the American Legion and its auxiliary The Legion meetings will start tomorrow and last through Tuesday Officials expect 2 500 attendance The department commander candidates are A L McMillan Raleigh and Victor R Johnson Pittsboro In the auxiliary Mrs Walter Craven Charlotte seeks reelection opposed by Mrs Z V Conyers Greensboro Three thousand soldiers from Fort Bragg will march in the Legion parade Monday Speakers include Milo J Warner national commander Maj Gen Jacob L Devers Fort Bragg and Gov Broughton of North Carolina
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Knudsen Asked To Decide On North Carolina Hydro Project
Senate committee presses William S. Knudsen to expeditiously decide on developing hydro electric power at Fontana North Carolina to boost aluminum supply. Truman notes indecision at OPM and seeks reconciled views and action. ALCOA favors TVA assistance or private build with RFC financing.
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Senate Defense Investigating Committee
William S. Knudsen
Office of Production Management
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Sailor Aboard Submarine 0 9 Married Lattimore
June 21 report identifies James D. Fowler machinist aboard submarine 0 19 as from near Gaffney South Carolina. He married Miss Mattie Crawley of Lattimore and had visited the town. last in transit from Pearl Harbor to his new station. Mrs Fowler sent telegram and sister Mrs Forrest Jones of Lattimore left for New London. The Fowlers have no children.
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Gaffney
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Pearl Harbor
Hawaii
New London
U S Labor Force and Family Size Facts
The labor force of the U S totals 52 840 862 workers. The average household has about one and a half workers and a family size of 3 8 persons.
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Snapshot photography tips for everyday scenes and travel
The article advises keeping a camera ready to capture curious moments such as a dog eyeing a cat and various activities from hiking to boating. It emphasizes composing pictures that tell a story, including foregrounds for depth, and aiming for candid, different shots that reflect local character and personal experiences.
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