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Newspaper
Linton Daily Citizen
Location
Linton, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jun 13, 1940
Page
6
American Express Travelers Cheques serve as a reliable safeguard against loss or theft. They are universally accepted in railway, steamer, and airline offices, garages, hotels, shops, and restaurants, issued in 10 20 50 and 100 dollar denominations, with a 75 cent fee per 100 purchased.
Madrid reports the Spanish Nationalist government led by Francisco Franco formally adopts a non belligerent position as Italy joins the war against Britain and France. The decree notes the Mediterranean extension of conflict and protests Britain for detaining 19 Malian sailors after the Libano incident off Algeciras.
Isle de Jean Charles Louisiana revival shows gradual civilization on a 2 mile island off the coast. Chief Naquin leads efforts to educate residents while fishing remains the main livelihood and a WPA school opens in the community house.
Washington June 13 campaign for the Republican presidential nomination shifts as Thomas B. Dewey and Wendell Willkie gain momentum. Dewey forces oust Kenneth L. Simpson as New York national committeeman in a dramatic pre convention clash with potential negative implications for the district.
Mexico appoints Gen. Roberto Fierro as director of military aviation replacing Col. Alberto Salinas Carranza. Critics note Fierro, nicknamed Mexico's Lindbergh, was indicted in Brownsville on December 6, 1938, for alleged neutralist era air shipments to Loyalist Spain. No reason given for the early appointment before President Cardenas leaves office.
The Midland community in Greene county reached its drive quota of 140 dollars toward the Red Cross War Relief Fund. Lebanon Bapt ist Church led with 100 dollars under Theodore Larr. other residents added 49 dollars for a total of 140. The county quota stands at 2400 dollars, doubled from 1200 by national headquarters. Several clubs lodges and individuals contribute to the fund.
Mexico City reports indicate Arthur Dietrich, press attache to the German legation, may be declared persona non grata for propaganda activities. The move could revoke his diplomatic role and lead to deportation, though officials say he has been absent since Monday night and his relation to Otto Dietrich is unproven.
The Anglo French purchasing mission in Washington says Britain will buy not only surplus American destroyers but any ships the United States is willing to sell. Arthur B. Purvis, mission chief, disclosed this after reports that Britain sought to acquire old naval vessels.
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