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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jun 11, 1940
Page
1
Paris reports a German advance toward the capital as French forces retreat from the Somme and defend the Seine and Marne fronts. Weygand’s army redeploys south of Paris while government moves to the provinces. Paris endures smoke and sirens as refugees flee and shops shutter.
The U S liner Washington carrying 1020 passengers from Europe was halted at 5 am GMT by an unidentified submarine off the northwest coast of Spain. After ordering abandonment of the vessel and then allowing it to continue, the ship proceeded to Galway to pick up more Americans while Captain Manning communicated with U S Lines in New York.
Tours France June 11. France repels German advances on the Lower Seine in a seventh day of fierce fighting. Paris evacuees, communications down, and British reinforcements arrive as temps rise and troops press toward Amiens Rouen and beyond.
Residents along the Mediterranean coast report hearing gunfire at sea. They believe a British warship was firing on attacking Italian warplanes. Gibraltar reports no activity as British forces remain quiet at the rock.
President Roosevelt writes to Congress asking $50,000,000 for refugee aid in Europe. The request, to Vice President Garner and Speaker Bankhead, follows his speech promising to extend U S material support to the Allies.
The index for 60 stocks shows a gain to 38.4, up from yesterday's 37. The movement indicates a positive change in overall market performance.
Kansas bankers will gather at the University tomorrow for a three day Kansas Bankers Clinic. Eight sessions run 1 to 5 pm in Memorial Union, with talks on purpose and policies, consumer credit, interest rates and investments. Speakers include Maurice L. Breidenthal Deane W. Malott and G T Spettigue.
Attlee told the House of Commons that Roosevelt’s assurances of American material aid would secure an Allied victory against Germany. He noted Britain had seized 14 Italian ships and was holding ten more in port as riots across London Liverpool Edinburgh erupted with arrests and police rounds up Italian residents amid internment raids on fascist clubs.
A man fined in police court yesterday was mistakenly booked as Adolph Wallenstein. His correct name is Otto Wallenzein.
Paris reports fierce firing on the Maginot line as German regiments move toward the Swiss frontier. London says Italian forces attacked at dawn at multiple points. NBC confirms German bombers over Paris with fires reported. Swiss agency notes Italian attacks on Tunis Malta and Corsica. Turkey mobilizes reservists awaiting Russian guidance and expands anti air raid efforts.
Berlin reports German troops reached the Marne River and crossed the lower Seine as the Nazi offensive encircles Paris. Authorities say two French armies have been destroyed, 50,000 prisoners taken in one day, and German forces press toward Paris with aim to smash the French army.
Rain soaked eastern Kansas with totals up to 3.20 inches for the week ending in Coffeyville and 2.33 in Pittsburg while western counties saw lighter amounts. Meteorologist S. D. Flora warned heavy east rains may hurt wheat and urged drying conditions until harvest as cooler temperatures lingered and warmer sun forecast.
Kansas City Kansas post No 111 drum and bugle corps captured the state VFW title at Junction City contest, earning $150 prize. The group has won the state championship eight times in nine years, with H M Foster as musical director.
A light item reminds readers to order a Journal-World subscription before summer travel. It notes the mail delivery cadence during vacations and encourages timely renewal to avoid missing issues.
Princess Juliana of the Netherlands and her two infant children Beatrix and Irene arrived in Halifax from England aboard a Netherlands warship. Prime Minister Mackenzie King announced the safe arrival as the crown princess and heiress to the Dutch throne, invited by Lord Athlone to visit Government House.
About 100 young men in Lawrence are expected for a meeting at 7 30 PM in the Eldridge hotel to discuss forming a Junior Chamber of Commerce. A lunch will follow the business session.
The piece urges saving to weather higher taxes and living costs as Congress pursues defense measures. It counsels weekly deposits via the bank's savings department, assuring no panic, and asks readers to compare sacrifices with those in Europe while defending democracy.
The annual Lawrence Chamber of Commerce dinner Thursday at 6:30 in the Eldridge Hotel features a civic affairs discussion by members instead of an outside speaker. Retiring president Charles Radcliffe will speak on his year in office, while Glenn Charlton outlines future chamber plans and initiatives. Veterans in business will be honored, and Charlton will assume leadership. Tickets are 75 cents. reservations via the chamber office at 4185.
President Roosevelts plan to trade in old army guns for new and sell thousands of weapons to manufacturers for Britain and France won Senate approval. The White House said he would also seek 50 million dollars for refugee relief to feed clothe and aid medical needs as telegraph telegrams poured in with broad support.
War office reports enemy aircraft raided Malta in the Mediterranean early today. About ten planes attacked at 4 50 am with another raid later. Casualties were slight and one enemy aircraft was destroyed. Malta is a key lifeline hub near Sicily and Bizerta.
Edsel Ford, after a 24 hour conference with William S. Knudsen, said Ford Motor Co is ready to swing into mass production of airplanes for the Army once contracts are granted. He noted the P 40 could be suitable for mass production and previously indicated a possible output of 1000 planes daily.
The 88th annual summer session began with registration led by registrar George O. Foster. Over 400 new students registered by 2 PM, with officials predicting a record enrollment before classes start Thursday.
Washington June 11 CP The house completed action on bills permitting the navy to have 10000 planes and 16000 pilots and to build 22 new combat vessels. The measures now go to President Roosevelt for signature. The fleet increase would also allow construction of a similar number of auxiliary vessels and an 11 percent increase in surface tonnage.
Harold Haight, a Ottawa senior in the school of engineering, had his car stolen from 1133 West Hills Parkway and recovered in a ravine near the IM. S. Winter home at 10 35 p m. The radio was taken and the vehicle was stolen again ten minutes later and found in the same ravine.
President Getulio Vargas on a naval warship on the 75th anniversary of the Battle of Riachuelo defended Europe’s dictatorships as history unfolds. He urged unity with American nations and warned of a new era while observers compared his remarks to President Roosevelt’s stance on Italy’s war declaration. Buenos Aires reports note Argentina and Paraguay bolstering frontier garrisons amid unspecified precautions.
Chancellor Malott urged graduates to keep thinking independently as 1,173 students received degrees in the 68th annual KU commencement held indoors at Hoch Auditorium due to rain. Gov. Ratner and Regent member Markham offered congratulations.
A slow rain over 36 hours left 1.43 inches of moisture in Lawrence. Prof. C. J. Posey, volunteer observer, notes 1.33 inches fell in 29 hours from 7 am today to noon. Earlier 0.10 inch was reported, bringing the month total to 1.98 inches. Kaw River sits around 11.8 feet while floodwaters from Smoky and Republican are expected to rise two feet by tomorrow evening per Bewersock mill reports.
Members voted Sunday afternoon to send four delegates to the constitutional convention at Kansas City on July 13 and 14. The group also planned an overnight camp at Lone Star Lake on June 29.
Weather report notes generally fair conditions in west and south central areas with showers in the northeast and extreme east. Cooler in the far west tonight, then fair and warmer Wednesday. Temperature readings include 64 at 5 p.m. and 57 at 24 hours earlier. Rainfall since yesterday noon recorded at 1.28 inches.
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