Government seeks 1.6 million to boost border patrols
The United States Congress appropriations committee asked for more than 1.6 million dollars in an emergency bill to double Canadian and Mexican border patrols and tighten alien seamen enforcement. The measure is part of a 57.9 million dollar catch-all bill funding various last-minute requests ahead of the new fiscal year.
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Government acts on reinforcement in the Western Hemisphere
United States government steps up political and military defenses in the Western Hemisphere as Adolf Hitler and Benito Mussolini weigh peace terms with France. Leaders anticipate House approval of measures before nightfall to prepare for possible actions if attempts are made to transfer French assets or influence.
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Fuehrerhaus
West Monroe Opens Three Playgrounds for Children
West Monroe will open three WPA supervised playgrounds Wednesday. The Mitchell School site will operate 9 to 11 a.m. and 3:30 to 6:30 p.m. under Rosa A. Sanford and T. J. Irby, with additional helpers H. R. Kelly, Mrs. Johnnie R. Wagner, and Mae Green at Crosley and Millsaps locations.
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Johnnie Wagner
Wealthy Dallas oil operator shot in downtown duel
Samuel Murray a 34 year old Dallas oil operator and sportsman was shot seven times and died en route to a hospital after a gun fight in front of the Dallas National Bank. An oil man and sportsman friend was arrested and bystander Jack Kilgore was wounded in the leg. Murray had just completed a large country home and kept 200 Palomine ponies on his estate.
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Samuel Murray
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Jack Kilgore
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Army Adds Two Streamlined Divisions as Navy Bill Moves
The expanding regular army adds two new streamlined divisions bringing total to eight. Congress advances a $1.2 billion navy bill aiming for the strongest seapower in history as the House Naval Committee meets in secrecy.
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United States
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Naval Operations
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House
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Canadian Force Returns Without Firing One Shot in England
Canadian active service units reached France last week prepared for front line action but returned to England without engaging the enemy. Major General A G L McNaughton led the first division as the advance guard moved toward France before the order to halt was given.
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A. G. L. McNaughton
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Sable
Tours
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E. W. Haldenby
French Troops Escape Maginot Trap Move South Aiding Southern Army
French forces totaling 350000 depart from the lower Maginot line to join the southern army in an orderly withdrawal. The 300000 and 50000 contingents travel south via Saone valley facing light resistance, aided by Chasseurs protecting routes. Civilians in eastern France reopen doors as the retreat unfolds.
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Pelican Boys State Names Leaders In Mock Louisiana
In Baton Rouge youths from four parishes and eight municipalities gathered at LSU for the first annual Pelican Boys State to elect a mock state government. They chose a governor and legislators and planned an inauguration parade through city streets to the capitol, casting ballots on automatic voting machines. Parish officials named include W Duquet and A Ducote among others with representatives from Chalmette Cottonport Vidalia Sulphur and more, while Acadia parish selections included George Cannon and George Dixon among others.
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Chalmette Parish
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Houma
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Doyline
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Vidal
House Approves Voting Measure in Louisiana
Baton Rouge June 18 The house passed without debate a proposed constitutional amendment to remove the signing of the poll book as a prerequisite for voter registration. If it clears the senate it would go before voters in the November election.
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Nazis Expect Revenge Against French Nation
Berlin reports say Hitler and Mussolini begin a historic meeting in Munich to redraw Europe and assert Germany will enforce its terms in full. German officials reject French pleas for friendship, insisting the vanquished cannot make demands as German troops press through France.
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French Leaders to Keep Fighting War Continued in England
London reports from French sources state General Albert Nogues and General Mittelhauser are likely to continue fighting. They lack direct contact with the Bordeaux government and cannot confirm each report that the war would persist with a government in England and forces operating from British bases. Mittelhauser commands in Syria with an estimated 206,000 plus troops. Nogues' force size is unknown.
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England
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Clements' Request Tabled by Senate
In Baton Rouge on June 18 the senate with one dissenting vote and six abstentions tabled Senator Ernest S. Clements' resolution to authorize an investigation into the teutonic origins of Griffen hagen and associates, the firm of governmental experts behind the Jones administration's reorganization bill and fiscal code. Jacob Landry of New Orleans led the motion to table.
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Senate
Ernest S. Clements
Griffenhagen and Associates
Jacob Landry
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Supreme Court Move Debated For Baton Rouge Ruling Seat
Louisiana lawmakers discuss moving the state supreme court from New Orleans to Baton Rouge. Debate centers on court location, nightlife, and costs as rural reps push for a vote while others defend the New Orleans facilities. An ongoing division hints at a formal decision on continuing the court in the capital or maintaining the Orleans site.
Beginning of 'Battle for Britain' Declared by Churchill
Winston Churchill told Parliament and the nation that this was the beginning of the battle for Britain. He urged France to resist, warned of a dark age if the UK falls, and promised Britain will endure with troops and ships ready to defend the realm against invasion.
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French Officers Return as German Armored Car Seizes Besancon Station
Berlin reports say several French officers back from leave reached Besancon just as a German armored car unit occupied the Besancon railway station. An officer noted unfamiliar uniforms and an escort sergeant called it British by mistake while collectors deposited firearms. In Rome Count Andre de Kerchove de Denterghem, Belgium's ambassador, and staff left for Switzerland as neutral refuge.
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Floodlights to illuminate ship with special flag in Alexandria
An ongoing air raid alarm in Alexandria resumes as reports confirm floodlights will illuminate the ship and a distinctive red, white and blue flag will be painted on its sides amid intensified wartime measures.
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Alexandria
War at a Glance Fronts Peace Talks and Defiance
Munich meets to dictate peace terms for France while London warns of a deadly landing. Allied defenses hold with 1.25 million in Britain. French resistance stiffens at 150,000 strong on a new line. German claims praise sweeping air raids and large prisoner captures. Maginot troops hold in Jura. Italians press France and North Africa. Washington reaffirms Monroe Doctrine against non American transfers.
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Pact terms and French resistance amid Europe’s war moves
The French premier Petain and Weygand call for continued resistance as armistice talks stall. Hitler and Mussolini confer in Munich to outline terms for a peace with France as Churchill warns of invasion risks and a broader collapse of Allied resolve.
French Cabinet Awaits Hitler Answer Amid Peace Efforts
In Bordeaus France on June 18 the French cabinet met with Premier Marshal Petain awaiting a reply to his Sunday appeal for peace with honor. Valerio Valeri, the papal nuncio, had been in touch with Italy to halt the France Italy war and French overtures to Germany were relayed through Spain to France and the Madrid government.
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Madrid
State WPA clean Rogge declares investigation finds no officials
Washington report: John Rogge, chief of the justice department criminal division, said a year long probe into the WPA in Louisiana found no responsible WPA officials. He noted the alleged misuse of WPA labor in asphalt projects remains under investigation.
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O. John Rogge
Justice Department Criminel Division
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Works Projects Administration
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