German Aids and Coup Rumors Shake Helsinki
A Berlin backed push to secure German aid in Finland led to German troops and officers in Helsinki with ships and cavalry parades. Ribbentrop and Keitel visited, while parliament debated Ryti Linkomies Tanner policy amid censorship and talk of a political coup. Finland sought German support against Russia as Mannerheim and Ramsay navigated allied responses.
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Casualties tallied in updated World War II totals
A detailed casualty update shows 40 549 total with 5 287 killed 23 079 wounded and 12 183 missing. American losses reach 225 382 in all theaters by June 22 including 178 677 army and 46 705 navy. Churchill notes British WWII casualties at 667 159.
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Senate poised to act on 190 million Louisiana budget
Louisiana Senate debates final passage of a 190 million state budget with about 60 amendments. Sen. Grove Stafford calls it balanced with cuts placing it on safe side. debate notes potential $23 million in out of balance items from House. Enrolling room to work on itemized bill, with governor desk deadline looming.
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Dewey Ready for Campaign While Gov Post Rumors Swirl
Reports from Monroe and Chicago indicate Governor Thomas E. Dewey may not resign to pursue the presidency, with observers citing precedents of Smith and Roosevelts who stayed in office during campaigns. Dewey plans rapid discussions with advisers on the party platform and vice presidential prospects, maintaining a no comment stance on foreign policy and the vice presidency.
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Feed mix calls for protein and carbohydrate additions
The article notes a high protein feed such as soybean or cottonseed meal plus carbohydrate feed like corn or oats must be added. Urea supply remains limited and is not expected to influence the immediate feed situation.
Henriot Assassination Recap Moves Through Vichy Circles
The Vichy minister Laval said it is unclear if killers wore militia or police uniforms. DNB claimed assassins masqueraded as Vichy militia. Transocean noted 15 to 20 men stormed the ministry of information to kill Henriot, who was shot when his bedroom door opened. Berlin broadcasts praised Henriot and blamed England for French terrorism.
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Armored push near Caen threatens to trap Rommel's forces
Communique 45 reports Gen. Sir Bernard Montgomery at Tourville six miles southwest of Caen aiming a swift armored drive to cut Rommel's Caen lines and trap divisions. Four German tank divisions including two seasoned ones operate in the area as Tiger and Panther tanks are destroyed in heavy fighting.
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Coal used as feed for cows in 1940s study
Washington June 28. Urea, a coal derived synthetic, is fed to cows to supplement protein when traditional feeds fall short. A third of a four pound portion is added to hay, and bacteria convert the nitrogen into protein, though not a complete substitute for protein feeds.
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Five Ouachita Schools to Merge by Board
The Ouachita Parish School Board approved consolidating five schools Okaloosa Cypress Watson Mt Vernon and La Pine as soon as practicable in a move aimed at streamlining operations.
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Ice Mint Foot Cream Brings Fast Relief to Tired Feet
Consumers are urged to try Ice Mint foot cream for instant cooling relief from fatigue and soreness. The frosty white lotion allegedly relaxes tired feet, softens corns, and reduces calluses, available at all druggists.
Women in the Army Corps Shape New Roles Across Battlefronts
The Women’s Army Corps members serve as lip readers, Braille tutors, lab technicians, pharmacists, psychiatric aides, ambulance drivers, control tower staff, and mapmakers for invasion strategy, forging a transformative new chapter in American history.
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