17 Jun 1941
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Newspaper
Lebanon Daily Reporter
Location
Lebanon, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jun 17, 1941
Page
1
Troops began moving out of the North American Aviation plant as workers on strike halted production of military planes for days. A June resident committee suspended activities at Wa va q Clo Py Pp Mi Mated, with continued reports on page four.
Fragmentary notes indicate United States aid material arriving in Egypt in support of wartime efforts. The incomplete text references logistics and necessity of supplies, with unclear details on dates or quantities.
German officials reject protest over Dublin air attack claims. Berlin says investigation failed to prove German planes were responsible and that certainty is not established. The exchange follows recent Irish protests about bombing and Ireland’s protests against Germany.
Washington reports President Roosevelt will keep Justice Samuel W. Breckinridge appoinment intact after Senate Democratic Leader Alben Barkley resumes active service. Disintegration threat to Commonwealth and Southern Company may arise under Public Utility Holding Company Act as it disposal of properties in East and Midwest is considered. Journalist notes havoc in shipping and a missing diver found near Lake James.
In a June 17 radio speech from Vichy marking his power anniversary and the armistice request, Marshal Petain urged the French to have confidence and resist Communist propaganda. He warned against despair, said they had suffered but would endure, and called for a rally to move from darkness toward safety as they repay past mistakes.
The Boone County Selective Service Board announced its eleventh draft call for the county with four registrants reporting for July 9 at Fort Harrison. Five registrants will depart Friday for Fort Harrison, covering the tenth quota. Dr. Robert H. Nelson was appointed official examining dentist joining Drs Williams and Couns on the board.
Washington June 17 The Army quartermaster Col Valiant said no fraud had been practiced by private brokers in acquiring land for explosive plants at Char Atea Weblon Borates. He testified the broker system was used solely in the interest of speed.
Harry Rogerston, 11, convicted in multiple incidents, is released from jail to work with the California Institute of Technology and Axiom Co. on a silent airplane propeller hub concept. Kersten, a former inmate, developed a hub model in Folsom prison and promises a second for tests. Wagner of Vultee Aircraft calls the invention potentially valuable for national defense.
The Leharon Daily reports the Vacation Bible School began at 9 o clock in the Cemetery Methodist Church with 78 students enrolled. The primary department and junior divisions are led by Rev Alo Mitzo and others, with Mrs Willett assisting in music. Attendance is good, and sessions run Monday through Friday with a closing devotional program.
The city council approved daylight saving time change pending enabling law by the 141st legislature. Compliance will be voluntary until an ordinance is enacted. The measure aims to retain benefits while awaiting state action.
The Psi lota Xi Sorority sponsored the third annual dental clinic for Central Harney and Stokes grade schools. About 61 children received care at a cost of 83,90 this year, bringing total sorority spending to near 1,000 on the local project since its 1938 start. Dentists Dee Path, R O D Tuvan, P W H Greens, and Dr. Robert Ho Nelsen provided services to 529 children, with evaluations noting improved oral health and several teeth saved.
Proceedings record Parr’s claim of temporary amnesia during a quarrel with Mrs. Anne Chamberlain before the murder attempt. Doctors testified for the defense that Parr’s memory failed at the time, and he was later placed in an ambulance. The incident centers on alleged motive tied to the division and a companion named Hovartes.
Washington reports show a rapid deterioration of U S relations with European Axis powers toward reprisal and higher tension. Roosevelt’s closure order against German consular and information offices draws mixed reactions. Italy criticizes U S diplomacy while Berlin weighs further moves amid German control of consulates and Allied ship losses. Public anxiety grows over shipping seizures and the Robin Moor incident.
Markland of Zioneville, a Republican representative from Boone county, becomes publicity director for the Alpine Beverages Commission. A former legislator, he travels to Italy on liquor tie in all states. Salary pending after budget committee talks. Continued on Page 4.
A terse note reports an ouster order in Tannenberg as authorities move to seal off Nazi influence from wartime lines. Undersecretary State, Welles, directs measures aimed at stabilizing security and removing hostile elements from strategic posts.
Tamdon Jone reports British planes began massive attacks on the German Ruhr and Rhineland targets including Dosseltorf, Cologne, and Duishoy. Royal Air Force squadrons also hit Boulogne and Dunkirk while bombers pressed to disrupt shipping along Holland and Germany. Two ships were hit and possibly total losses. seven RAF bombers were reported down.
District golfers gathered at Ulen’s course as the Indiana District Golf Association held its annual event. Notables like Henry Kowal of Speedway and Bill Busse of Speedway were within one stroke of the lead as 245 players completed the first round with Rosetta Park considered the site for the second round tomorrow.
United States and Germany exchange warnings as Berlin orders retaliatory steps after American asset freezes. Nazi spokesman vows actions parallel to Italy, including asset freezes and sulking diplomatic expulsions. Washington drafts protest over sinking of the Robin Mann as Moscow reports Russo-German moves remain unconfirmed amid heightened wartime defenses and saber-rattling.
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