German Planes Make New Raids On British Isles
German raids against Great Britain involved more than 100 planes dropping bombs over a wide area. Six civilians were killed and sixty injured as Royal Air Force responded with heavy bombing of targets in the Ruhr and Rhine. Officials noted several German bombers shot down amid the ongoing air war ahead of Churchill’s anticipated battle.
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Summer cools as falls in with summer eve sights
Pa Newc notes cool morning as first day of summer nears and families light fires for warmth. A red lantern marks a danger spot on New Wilmington road where spring rains washed out culvert dirt, weakening the road. Mercer county courthouse lawn festival draws a large cool crowd. In Grove City, Pa Newc spots two girls on an old tandem bicycle. Weed cutting underway and street weeds moved along highways. Detour bulletin lists no new local detours June 21 to June 28. Route 651 oiling planned between Edenburg and Mt Jackson road. New Castle residents urged to clean Cascade Park picnic area after gatherings. Continued on Page Two.
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Daily Weather Report for 24 Hour Period
United States weather statistics show a maximum temperature of 78 and a minimum of 89 for the 24 hours ending 5 p m Wednesday. Precipitation recorded at .01 inches and river stage at 6 feet. Year ago figures: max 80, min 61, precipitation 40 inches.
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Petain cites causes of France's defeat in armistice talk
In a Bordeaux radio address Premier Petain blamed France's defeat on too few children too few arms and too few allies. He named plenipotentiaries to receive peace terms saying the request for an armistice was inevitable after enemy pressure forced retreat from June 13. He cited manpower and material handicaps including few Allied divisions and reduced aviation.
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Jap Blockade Lifted After Tokyo Settlement
London dispatch reports Japan will lift the blockade around British and French concessions at Tientsin at 1 p.m. Ongoing dispute over currency and Tripolus issues ended with a Tokyo agreement signed by Japanese Foreign Minister Hachiro Arita and British Ambassador Sir Robert Craigie.
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Former Governor Fisher in Critical Condition in Pittsburgh
Former Governor John S. Fisher, 73, is reported in a "very serious condition" at his Schentzy Apartments home in Pittsburgh. His physician said the end could come within a day or the former Republican leader might linger for some time, noting he has taken only water since yesterday.
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Snow hits Kane with brief snow shower and frost
In Kane Pennsylvania on June 20 a brief snow shower lasting ten minutes began at 11 a.m. with a low of 30 degrees. Mt Jewett logged a 24 degree low and heavy frost. The snow fell after two hours of rain, then skies cleared fifteen minutes later.
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Brest Port Falls as German Drive Advances Across France
Berlin reports Brest has been captured as German forces press their sweep through France. Normandy front lines extend to the Loire from Nantes and Tours with crossings reported. pursuit continues along the Cher sector toward Bourges. Air squadrons attack retreating enemy, and encirclement tightens around remnants of eastern French armies between Epinal and Tours. Brest, Toul, and Lunéville cited as taken. fighting on the Maginot line persists near Die initializing.
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Myron C. Taylor Serious Illness Reported in Florence
International News Service reports grave concern over the condition of Myron C. Taylor, Roosevelt's special representative at the Vatican, seriously ill in Florence. Physicians say his condition is not improving and he is not responding to treatment.
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Pan American Countries Reply To Parley Call Likely Meeting
The United States mobilizes western hemisphere sentiment and resources to deter European aggression. Sixteen replies favorable for an immediate Pan American conference to discuss war problems, four pending. Conference likely first week in July with Hull or Welles leading U S delegation. Agenda may include Monroe Doctrine safeguards on territorial transfers within the hemisphere.
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International News Service
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Postponement of New Castle High Alumni Reunion
The New Castle High School Alumni Association announces the annual reunion is postponed due to uncontrollable circumstances. President Mrs Leslie Brindle says refunds are available to ticket buyers now. The event was set for Friday night June 21 at the Cathedral. new date to be announced.
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Snowfall hits Olean area as summer arrives
A brisk snowstorm swept the Allegheny foothills six miles south of Olean, delaying summer start. Temperatures fell to 33 degrees above zero with killing frosts reported in nearby suburbs.
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International News Service
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Sumer
Allegheny
Mercury
Stimson and Knox Named For Cabinet
President Roosevelt forms a coalition cabinet by naming Henry L. Stimson secretary of war and Frank Knox secretary of the navy. Woodring resigns citing personal reasons. Stimson to take office after Senate confirmation, with Knox pending Senate consent on June 24 as Edison resigns to run for New Jersey governor. International tension and defense program drive the reshuffle.
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Italians Lose Several Planes British Report
Cairo dispatch reports three Italian fighters destroyed and two damaged in an engagement off Bukbuk with the British air force. One RAF plane is missing. In 24 hours Italians reportedly lost eight planes with five more possibly down. two British planes also missing. Bombers from South African forces bombed Lavella air drome, destroying two planes and injuring three. Tinian fighters suffered losses as battles began, and an Italian three engined bomber landed near Aden with crew captured.
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Former local man killed in Wright Field plane crash
Dayton dispatch reports 35 year old Robert H. Quigley, a native of New Castle Pennsylvania and formerly of Selfridge Field Mt. Clemens Michigan, was killed when his plane crashed and burned at Wright Field. Efforts to locate his relatives in New Castle were unsuccessful.
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British Confident No Need To Worry About French Fleet
British officials voiced confidence that there is no need to worry about the disposition of the French fleet amid Franco-German armistice talks. They stressed no official details can be released in this delicate stage, while competent circles say larger, modern units would be a tempting prize for Germany. The French radio meanwhile said to defend Toulon, the naval base vows to use all means if attacked, after admitting Nazi occupation of Lyons.
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Mediterranean
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Nazi Germany Shifts Focus to Bomb Britain
Berlin reports accepting France’s capitulation as certain and declares a major shift to attack Britain. The high command says retaliatory air raids will intensify on England, citing strikes on a nitrogen works at Billingham and other military targets while claiming 200000 French prisoners, including General Altmeyer, have been captured.
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Pierre J. Huss
International News Service
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Great Britain
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Altmeyer
Report 25 Planes Lost By Italians
Cairo bulletin reports twenty five Italian planes destroyed and one captured in British air operations in north and east Africa. Five more may have been destroyed. Lavella in Italian East Africa suffered the heaviest losses with fifteen planes. Other losses occurred at Bukbuk Tialimi Eritrea and Sallum. Two British planes missing in 24 hours. South African bombers supported the Lavella raid.
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Lavella
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Revolts Grow Across Ethiopian Provinces Against Italians
London dispatch reports revolts starting in every Ethiopian province against Italian authorities. Italian planes reportedly fly over Djibouti four times daily with no bombing. A British Blenheim bomber attacked an Italian submarine suspected sunk.
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Ethiopia
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Old Timers Day Date Set for Cascade Park
President Fred B Sankey of the Old Timers Association announced the 34th annual reunion to be held on August 14 at Cascade Park with plans already under way. The event follows the mid August Wednesday tradition and aims to reach former residents and friends across distant cities and states.
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Cascade Park
Hanna Named As Postmaster
Washington June 20. Roosevelt nominated William R Wanna as New Castle postmaster. Senate confirmation expected within a day.
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New Castle News
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New Castle
Duchess of Windsor Said to Be In Lisbon for U.S. Flight
Authoritative American circles in London said the Duchess of Windsor formerly Wallis Warfield of Baltimore is in Lisbon Portugal seeking a chance to depart for the United States aboard a Pan American Airways Clipper plane.
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London
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Jisbon
Portual
United States
Pan American Airways
Kuy
New Castle
Death Notice for Dominic Pagley in Montgomery Avenue
Dominic Pagley, age 28, of 202 Montgomery Avenue, is recorded in this death notice dated Thursday, June 20, 1940. The brief entry lists his residence and the date of death in a concise obituary style typical of the period.
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Montgomery Averane
French Peace Delegation To Receive Terms
The French peace delegation awaits German terms amid uncertain schedules and a possible armistice. Marshal Petain, premier, spoke of France’s defeat and the need for soldiers and allies. Unconfirmed reports from Rome and London claim a cease fire may precede negotiated terms.
Tunisia Pledges Loyalty To France
In Bordeaux on June 20, it was revealed that the French African colony of Tunisia has pledged its loyalty to France. The move follows heavy speculation about Tunisia as a potential new seat of government outside metropolitan France.
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Hinted at Cairo Rome Signals Possible Cairo Events
June 20 Rome radio warned listeners to expect important events in Cairo with no explanation given. The alert implies forthcoming developments involving Cairo and Rome without detailing the nature of the events.
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Rome
Rome Radio Today
Cairo
New Castle
Rumor Monger Arthur Mometer Described In Harsh Verse
The verse condemns a rumor monger named Arthur Mometer as venal and deceitful, likening him to a yellow vermin plotting in hidden spots. It suggests laughing off his tales and dismisses the harm of his gossip, while bleakly noting a violent impulse with a weathered line about safety and menace.
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