Mussolini calls cabinet as war rumors swirl in Italy
Rome reports Premier Mussolini summoned his cabinet for a Tuesday meeting to discuss important matters and possible war decision. The same day press warned against stock market rumors while U S consulars advised Americans to relocate via Bordeaux if Manhattan is unavailable.
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Allied Fights Toward Dunkerque in Rear-Guard Action
Paris dispatch details the first Allied formations escaping toward the English Channel under fire from both French and British fleets. German forces mass near Lille and Cassel as the retreat continues in a shuttle system supplying food and moving troops to safety.
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Shaw Wins Indy 500 in Rain Shortened Race
Wilbur Shaw of Indianapolis won the 500 mile automobile race in Indianapolis before about 142000 spectators. Rex Mays of Glendale California finished second, 244 miles behind, as the rain halted the event.
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Congress Debates Tax Plans Amid Debt Limit Tie
A May 30 report notes bipartisan support for higher taxes to fund government expenses while roiling debates over linking a debt limit increase to defense funding. Lawmakers discuss earmarking funds for defense and possible income and amusement tax hikes to raise revenue, with calls to separate tax policy from the debt cap.
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Yadkin Rejets Offer for County Lands for Hydro Plant
Yadkinville May 30 The Yadkin Board of County Commissioners unanimously rejected High Point citys offer to buy county lands for a hydro electric plant on the Yadkin River The board called the offer conditional inadequate and not in Yadkins best interests They would consider a cash settlement if the city proposes one and only after pending litigation is resolved
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Navy funds shift to harbor defense and new aircraft cannon
Congress heard that emergency defense funds will back anti submarine nets at 24 harbors and 20 net tender boats. The Navy seeks 2,000 Hispano Suiza Burker 20 millimeter aircraft guns, armor for planes, mine protection gear, and 35 destroyers converted for anti aircraft, fast transports, fast minesweepers and seaplane tenders, with 40,000 to 50,000 new hires planned next year.
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FDR Seeks Over a Billion for Defense Programs
The White House announced a defense package exceeding 1.0 billion dollars aimed at arming the army and navy with tanks guns planes and material reserves. President Roosevelt plans to ask Congress for continued defense spending and expanded training for both combatant and noncombatant roles. The defense commission convenes as cabinet members were invited to observe the briefing.
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RAF Pilot Sees Three Nazi Planes Shot Down and Rescued
London May 30 AP A Royal Air Force pilot says in an air ministry bulletin he shot down three Nazi fighters and a dive bomber. His crippled Hurricane forced parachute escape, he swam until picked up by a paddle steamer and landed at Margate.
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Defiant is Britain's new fast two seater fighter plane
The Defiant armed fore and aft and fast to over 335 mph is Britain’s secret two seater monoplane. It reportedly shot down 37 German planes with one loss, and is described as faster than the Hurricane and larger than the Spitfire. It features a 1030 horsepower Rolls Royce Merlin III engine and a rear firing four-gun turret.
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British Likely Evacuations Move From Flanders Keeps Pressure On Germany
Berlin observers believe many British troops escaped a German trap in Flanders as transport ships moved off the English Channel coast for four days. The grim fight continues while southeast England resembles a front line with civilians, including women and children, evacuating with portable belongings amid fear of bombers. Government may order further civilian evacuations if Germany solidifies air bases.
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Fortunes Of War Twist Fates Two French Generals In War
Paris May 30 A strange twist in war fortunes has two top French generals in the spotlight. General Georges Blanchard is hailed as a hero after a losing battle in Flanders following Belgium’s surrender. General Andre Corap is cast as scapegoat for the Meuse defeat that opened France to invasion. Also reported is German capture of General Henri Giraud. Corap’s Ardennes HQ boasted trophies and bold Africa campaigns. Blanchard, tall and studious, read maps at a northern town schoolhouse command post.
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Germans Take Two Generals in La Capelle Victory
Berlin reports capture of two French generals in La Capelle as German troops breach town fortifications and storm the postoffice. A German general aboard a tank salutes the brave defense and La Capelle falls as the advance continues.
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