Townsend Praises Indiana at World's Fair Day
Governor M. Clifford Townsend extolled Indiana achievements during Indiana Day at the World's Fair. He highlighted debt-free state finances, fair tax structure, Social Security participation, education funding, electrification, and interstate cooperation. Indiana was lauded for its broad economic base and peaceful, cooperative stance as dignitaries hosted events and a review of U.S. forces followed.
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Lunn Dance at Ulen Club June 3 Event
The Alumni Association of Leb. non high school will welcome members of the 1939 graduating class into the organization at a dance at the Ulen Country Club Saturday night June 4. Friends of the graduates and of the high school are invited. Officers elected include Alvin Lenox president Albertrey McCord vice president Mary Filen Armstrong secretary and treasurer. Notable attendees include Jean Bry of Ha Denman’s Ord and Loc Secaur with the Mike Hauer Orchestra.
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Explosion Wrecks School Building Leaves Many Injured
In New York on June 1 a blast tore through a two story frame house converted into a school, killing five and injuring many, as investigators traced a gas leak from a basement line. Fire Chief Witwer led the response while Ohio state and local officials pledged safety reviews.
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Roosevelt Draft Movement Gains Indiana Support
An Indiana drive to draft Franklin D. Roosevelt for a third term gains traction. Prominent Democrats including Paul V. McNutt and Frank Hale back the effort, with letters urging mass organization and immediate fundraising and manpower. The campaign targets the 1940 presidential race amid national party discussions.
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Monster of sea found on Oregon beach stirs mystery
Waldport Oregon June 1 a lifeless 22 foot whale like creature washed ashore at Sea Rock. Spectators crowd to view the mysterious carcass unable to identify it despite attempts to name it Whatizzit. The strange animal supposedly resembled a whale with a welded head and neck.
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Atlantic Clipper on His Homeward Trip
Atlantic Clipper is reported returning home on this voyage with crews and port authorities noting steady progress. The vessel sails toward familiar waters as weather remains favorable and schedules stay on track for arrival.
Hige Maliener Heads East From Chicago
Hige Maliener plans an eastbound run from Chicago aboard United Airings. The 60,000 pound ship will depart at 10 a m for Cleveland and then continue to Newark, NY. The flight will carry 283 passengers, a record for the airline.
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Tragic Truck Crash Touches Crothersville Youths
In Indiana a truck crash near Shiraville yesterday killed 16 year old Kisol Sehill and critically injured Paul Silence along with seven other students. Crothersville High had been en route to a swimming hole when the truck blew a tire and crashed into a bridge. Authorities described serious injuries including a broken clavicle and possible internal injuries.
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Wilbur Shaw Wins Memorial Day 600 Prize at Speedway
Wilbur Shaw of Indianapolis claimed 27 975 in prize money at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway Memorial Day 600 mile race. He received trophies and a checkered flag at a victory dinner, with other top finishers earning substantial sums as lap and sponsor prizes augmented the official awards. The event honored for Shaw the hometown favorite as drivers lined up to celebrate the gas powered derby.
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Britain Hopes Russia May Yet Agree To Pact
London reports a Moscow reply to Britain and France may be forthcoming soon yet will demand guarantees for Lithuania Estonia and Latvia before any triple alliance. British and French leaders fear delays and German leverage while seeking a formula to reassure Moscow and protect Baltic independence.
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Harlan Coal Strike Enters Third Month
In Harlan Kentucky on June 1 fears rose that negotiations between the Harlan Coal Operators Association and the United Workers were deadlocked as the miners strike entered its third month. The dispute centers on the UMW demand for union shop contracts and the departure of federal labor conciliator John J. Creror from the talks followed stalled talks.
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Sabotage Plots Revealed Across West Washington
Washington June 1 The federal government proceeds against espionage activity amid reported sabotage plots at aircraft factories. Attorney General Frank Murphy announced a nationwide drive against foreign spies. Agents continue intensive investigations into the alleged plots and methods.
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No Trace Found of Submarine Thetis After Dive
Anxiety gripped the admiralty as the newly built submarine Thetis failed to surface after a test dive at Birkenhead. Laid in 1936, Thetis of about ix tons displacement did not complete trials and was reported several hours overdue with no trace found by admiralty vessels.
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Alaskan Volcano Trembles Peninsula Residents
Seismic eruptions of Mount Veritamin in Alaska fuel fear among Sentiie and Waal residents. Radio reports from the coast guard Butter Morine in Perryville describe ash plumes rising up to 1,560 feet and lava belching near the summit, with the alert spreading to Readquarters in Seattle.
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Hamburg liner St Louis ordered to depart with 922 refugees
Havana decree signed by President Frederico Laredo Bru orders the immediate departure of the Hamburg American liner St Louis carrying 922 homeless German Jewish refugees. Attorneys for the line plan to fight, citing 24 hours to publish and three days to appeal. Washington report mentions neutrality bills and other items.
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Townsend Plan Killed in House by Wide Margin Vote
The 1940 House vote on the Townsend old age pension bill ended 302 to 97 with 86 not voting. The plan, led by Dr Francie Townsend, faced cross party opposition and threats of retaliation in the election year. The defeat signals no immediate social security expansion and may affect political alignments.
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Opposition to single term pledge divides GOP in 1940 race
Washington June 1 The Vandenberg plan to pledge a 1940 Republican nominee to one term faces stiff opposition behind GOP lines. Senator Arthur H. Vandenberg of Michigan endorses a single term while others warn it could hinder party aims. Taft, Dewey, and other Republicans weigh the issue as they seek to shape post New Deal leadership.
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