28 Jun 1940
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Newspaper
Lebanon Daily Reporter
Location
Lebanon, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jun 28, 1940
Page
1
A fragmented 11-person ticket emerges from Comal area voters as Democrats present a local slate. The document hints at party lines and regional figures, with unclear names and positions, reflecting a routine party ticket announcement in a small town.
A fragmented item references donations for a Penny Ice Fund supporting fifty families. The readable text implies a fundraising project with community involvement and grant support, highlighting collective action to aid households in need.
An unclear OCR fragment mentions Moore on Vee with SW Noy and Lew Tia Aero Ares, but readable details are limited and no concrete event is evident.
Ilwood Halls reports a victory for Willaie as nominee in a local race. The result stands amid small margins and continued voter attention at the polling stations.
London reports the British submarine Tetrarch sunk a deeply laden German transport of about 4,000 tons off the southwest coast of Norway. The Tetrarch, a 1,575 ton vessel of the patrol type, is among Britain’s most modern submarines.
A garbled report describes a five-year-old boy being painfully hurt in Dover with mentions of a mother figure and powers. The text is unreadable in parts but indicates a fall and injury to the child, with references to eye and duty or care actions.
The provided text appears as garbled OCR without coherent names or events. It fails to identify persons, places, organizations, or dates. It cannot establish a discernible news item or summary from the fragment.
Melvina King, 96, is reported as deceased. The obituary notes indicate a long life with family and community ties. Further details appear limited in the readable text.
Fragmentary OCR text mentions Lewis Anderson and scattered phrases in multiple languages. No coherent event, date, or location is deducible. The readable bits reference an address or seat and a possible score or record, but specifics are absent.
Philadelphia June 28 a 48 year old redheaded utility executive Wendell Willkie of Indiana was ready today to sell the G O P platform of Americanian Peace and Preparedness to the nation on the newly owned Republican presidential ticket. Readable text is garbled. Willkie’s bid is described as surprising old party leaders and stirring hopes for a united campaign.
Ballot confusion mars voting as Herat and surrounding areas report erratic ballot wording and disrupted polling procedures. Officials urge voters to verify districts and seek assistance. no major delays reported.
The City of Leba sues Public Service Co of Indiana to set value of its electric distribution system for condemnation. Boone Circuit Court will hear final arguments this morning and jurors will be selected for a 2 to 4 pm trial.
Varied features mark the Lebanon community celebration with a morning parade and afternoon sports. Highlights include a men’s intercity tournament, local merchants, prize cash, and a fireworks display at night. A promotional brunch and diverse activities aim to attract families and visitors.
Fragmented copy notes a President preparing for a response to a potential inquiry after a meeting with Willkie. The text hints at travel by jet, political plans, and a brief mention of a private aide. Contingent on page 2.
Philadelphia June 28 Wendell Willkie Indiana-born utility executive from New York and Senator Charles J. McNary Oregon were named as the Republican standard bearers to defeat the New Deal on a platform of Americanism peace and plenty. McNary to balance the ticket as Willkie accepts the nomination on the first ballot at the Republican convention. Willkie, 48, and McNary, 66, are both lawyers. McNary previously served as Oregon Supreme Court justice before joining the Senate and leading the party. The ticket aims a vigorous campaign against Roosevelt and the New Deal with a “brain trust” style campaign structure. McNary’s nomination was secured on the first ballot amid a rousing convention. Bridges and others received complimentary votes, while Indiana cast its 28 votes for McNary.
Washington June 28 Admiral Leahy former chief of naval port and governors Rice today declared that would be surprising if the fleet which left Hawaii for its destination four days ago would show up in the Atlantic He spoke after a White House conference that denied he had disclosed the fleet whereabouts to President Roosevelt.
Hearborn Mich June 2 Henry Ford advocates rapid ship production for national defense. He discusses each vessel with Col Charles A Lindbergh, detailing plans to build 400 million hour parayu ships for the United States.
New York June 28 the stock market rose briefly on Wendell Willkie’s nomination for president. Prices jumped around five to more than four points in early trading but faded by late morning, retreating about half the gains.
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