Italy mines 12 mile zones as war nears entry
An informant says Italy laid minefields in a 12 mile danger belt to guard ports as it seeks allied status with Germany. Virginio Gayda, a fascist editor, warned the United States to stay out of the war and argued American intervention would trigger wide European reprisals.
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Grain trade paralyzed by wartime shocks in Chicago
Chicago reports a near standstill in grain trading as wartime disruptions and heavy liquidations after the German invasion hit prices. Brokers fear further declines while President John G. McCarthy of the board of trade pledges to act only with agricultural officials. Wheat futures slumped, reflecting the unsettled market and the need for speculative buying to move crops.
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Bristol Population Gains 1 999 What Is Kingsport's
Preliminary Bristol census figures show a gain of 1 999 to a total of 14 004, nearly double the 1920 count of 8 047. Kingsport’s current growth is awaited. readers are invited to guess its population for a $5 prize, with entries due before the official census release.
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Envoys Plead for Quick U.S. Aid to Allies
The White House said ambassadors in Paris and London urged rapid production and delivery of military essentials. Kennedy in London and Bullitt in Paris used telephones and cables to press for expedited aid. Secretary Barny noted no details on arms sales and said final decisions rest with the White House and officials.
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Army of 400000 advised for U S forces
General George C. Marshall urged a regular army of 400000 with 120000 added troops. He argued this expansion avoids relying on mobilizing the National Guard and aids rapid action against Western Hemisphere threats. Plans call for a fully mechanized division and speedier recruitment within months.
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Britain Recognizes Belgian Government in Exile
Prime Minister Churchill announced Britain recognizes the Belgian government formed in France as Belgiums only legal government led by Hubert Pierlot. He said wartime aim remains to secure Belgiums freedom and independence and restore its effective sovereignty.
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Navy funds ready for emergencies
The Senate sent to the White House a 1.99 billion naval appropriations bill to speed up ship and aircraft production and fund new bases. It authorizes expanding Navy and Marine personnel, adds aircraft and shore facilities funds, and allows Roosevelt to direct up to 34 million in cash for defense use. Senate vote 48 to 31.
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Man Convicted in Greene County Beating Case
In Greeneville Tennessee Calvin Gunter a Greene County farmer was found guilty of intent to commit voluntary manslaughter in the beating of Marcella Looney. The trial heard evidence including photographs of injuries and Marcella's testimony describing burns and slaps. She testified her sister in law did not whip her and she now lives with an aunt.
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Britain Nazi air war sees extensive bombing of England
Britain and Nazi forces traded blows in a wide air war as German raids struck a 27 mile English coast while RAF squadrons attacked troop concentrations behind the front. The air ministry said six German planes were downed, one British plane was lost, and two were missing as British raids targeted oil tanks and rail junctions in Germany and western Europe.
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Reynaud Embraces Hope as France Mobilizes War
Paris dispatch reports Premier Paul Reynaud, now sole head of the French war effort, declaring there is reason for hope despite grave news. He notes Germany’s dream of dominance will end and France remains united. Reynaud also takes on foreign minister duties as cabinet reshuffles occur during the battle for Paris.
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German gains push into heart of France in main offensive
German high command reports reinforced armies thrust into the heart of France on the second day of a major offensive. French retreat observed along the Weygand line with Amiens and the Ailette River cited as strong points broken. Dunkerque prisoners rise to 68,000, and German air losses include nineteen planes missing.
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World War II Fronts Shift As Axis Presses In Europe
Reports say German forces renew strikes south of the Somme as a new drive aims at Le Havre and Paris while Nazi high command claims progress. Premier Reynaud reshuffles cabinet taking foreign ministry, Daladier ousted. Italy announces a 12 mile coastal zone defense and extended empire reach, and Hong Kong orders Germans to leave.
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Girl 18 shot by stray bullet in Holston River incident
Juanita Johnson 18 was wounded in the back by a stray bullet while swimming in the Holston River at Old Kingsport. She was rushed to Community hospital about 3 30 pm by Salvation Army officials. Police did not learn of the shooting until she arrived at the hospital. Preliminary indications suggest a stray bullet caused the injury.
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War Bulletin: Cooper Says U.S. Aid Not Too Late
London based Minister of Information Alfred Daft Cooper told American reporters that if the United States joins the Allies even a year from now it would not be too late. He stressed timeliness of American support in wartime.
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Germans Cross Somme River on Pontoon Bridge Reported
Advices from the air front say German forces crossed the Somme River on a pontoon bridge beneath French artillery. In other news the Duke of Windsor reportedly relinquished his post as personal officer with the British and French armies.
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75th Blasting Nazi Tanks Force On Somme Front
Allied forces tore into German armor along a seven mile front in the Somme region. German tanks pressed forward recklessly into open fields but were cut off from their supports as trench fighting intensified.
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Blitzkrieg Is Said Absorbed in New French Defense
Paris reports the German blitz drive toward Paris was checked by French tactics described as a nettling quagmire defense. German mobile forces suffered heavy losses as tanks and armored units penetrated forward zones only to be blamed by French lines. Telefrance cited 25 tanks destroyed at Chaulnes and fierce fighting along a 100 mile northern front, with two million French troops holding the line near Paris.
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