British Demand Reforms as Mediterranean Campaign Faces Criticism
British public and press urge decisive British initiative in the Mediterranean to seize Syria before German forces, criticizing eastern Mediterranean command for missteps in Crete and urging Churchill to appoint capable leaders with bold strategy. The reflection notes Crete’s costly loss despite bravery and likens current plans to prior wartime errors.
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Edward W. Beattie, JR
London
UPI
Blic
Syria
Titish
Ger Ss
Suez
Crete
Theen
Ines
Flimax
Winston Churchill
Supreme Court Closes Its Term 1940 41
The Supreme Court ends its 1940 41 term amid speculation Chief Justice Hughes may retire. Reports note his long career and potential retirement after appointment by President Hoover. The term’s decisions on Bridges, Pas and other cases shape the court’s remaining actions and next steps.
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Washington
Supreme Court
Tes
Cael Beratin
Chois Hughes
Hoaveara
Freight Derailment Reported Near Geneva Iowa
Report indicates a freight derailment near Geneva Iowa with continuing details pending. No injuries or causes confirmed at this time as responders assess the scene and reroute traffic.
D A V Hold Annual Meeting in Waterloo
Waterloo Iowa June 2 UP An address by national commander Vincent E Schock Detroit Mich featured today's program at the annual convention of the Jews department of Disabled American Veterans of the World War. Following his talk and reports by state officers the organization was to parade downtown. Purple Heart awards will be given tonight by Capt D H White Washington. Formation of a state auxiliary department of the DAV will be discussed by women from local chapters in Waterloo Council Bluffs Davenport Burlington and Velwein.
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Watterloo
Vincent E. Schock
Detroit
Mich
Mnnual
The
Jews Department of
D. H. White
Washington
Waterloo
Council Bluffs
Davenport
Burlington
Velwein
Jenny Dolly Ends Own Life After Long Ill Health
Hollywood star Jenny Dolly, once famed as part of an internationally known dancing duo with her twin Rosie, died by suicide after years of fragile health following a near fatal car crash in France. Doctors saved her life but she remained despondent and worn down by her injuries and fading career. Aunt Mrs. Frieda Bakos found her body after Dolly called saying she was unwell.
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Alexander Kahn
United Press
Hollywood
Jenny Dolly
Rosie
Bordeaux
France
Frieda Bakos
Mrs. Bakos
Hitler and Mussolini Meet in Brenner Talks
An official dispatch reports Adolf Hitler and Benito Mussolini met at Brenner for extensive talks. The dialogue covered axis strategy and military matters with attendees including German foreign minister Joachim von Ribbentrop and Italian officials. The encounter follows earlier axis coordination and signals continued unity.
President May Requisition Property Under War Act
The article discusses invoking the 1920 Defense Act to compel manufacturers to prioritize war materials. It notes that while broad power exists, specific legislation is needed to requisition property and ensure timely production for national defense efforts.
U S Armament Plan Seen At 40 Billion Year
Washington reports Office of Production Management estimates a $40,000,000,000 annual U S armament program doubling the present effort. Defense officials discuss gasoline oil price controls and power rationing as Roosevelt flags civilian air rationing possible. Leland Olds of the Federal Power Commission considers immediate emergency steps to assure defense power. Stacy May of the OPM says faster progress is needed to ensure axis defeat. Continued on Page Six.
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John D. Gonzales
United Press
Washington
Office of Production Management
United States
Axis
Asb Defense
Roosevelt
Congress
Gulf of Mexico
Atlantic Coast
Leland C. Olds
Federal Power Commission
Stacy May
OPM
Bureau of Research and Statistics
Tragic Memorial Day Toll in Iowa
United Press reports Iowa’s Memorial Day weekend traffic toll rose to 18 with nine traffic deaths and six drownings. Fatalities include Ed Kelly of Winthrop and 22 others across towns such as Waterloo Ottumwa and Keosauqua. A three car crash near Cedar Rapids left Mavis among the injured and a highway collision east of Winthrop caused more fatalities.
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United Press
Iowa
Ed Kelly
Winthrop
Nomwood Mevis
Waterloo
Harvey Gifford
Watrloo
Eva Giltner
Ottumswa
Dorothy Giltner
Ottumwa
Samuel Bryan
Allerton
Robert Shely
Humboldt
Wendell Naber
Tipton
Clyde Jones
Toledo
Richard Baines
Nwa City
Vernon Luethey
Inwa City
Tra Cole
Keosavana
Kenneth Howe
Osage
Emil Ledvina
Traer
Merwin A. Coakley
Towa City
Clayton Carr
Radcliffe
Claxton Carr
Herman Andersen
DeWitt
Kiily
Independence
Jordan
Winthrop Ton Highway
Mavis
Rene
Cedar Rapids
Attie Rumoner
Palo Cc
Woo ‘Man
Milwaukee
Wis
Greece forms exile government under K George
June 2 report says King George of Greece formed a government in exile. The plan aims to shrink the government while using ministers for missions of national importance. Manuel Tsouderas is premier and finance and foreign affairs head. Admiral Sakelariou becomes vice premier and marine minister. Gen. Nicolaides leads air, justice, war, labor and shipping ministries.
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K George
Greece
George
Manuel Tsouderas
Sakelariou
Nicolaides
Sabotage suspected after Liberator crashes in San Diego Bay
A Consolidated four motor bomber with five aboard crashed into San Diego Bay near Lindbergh Field. Officials say there is good reason to suspect sabotage as the ship dove from a low altitude after takeoff. Debris and wreckage were cleared as harbor craft searched for crew and possible survivors.
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San Diego
Calif
San Diego Bay
Lindbergh Field
Consolidated
England
Royal Air IF
Evidence Plants Set Afire in Suspected Deliberate Act
Report notes a fire at a plant facility with suspected deliberate action. Authorities seek evidence linking arson to motive, with investigators examining surveillance and origin of the blaze. No injuries reported as crews contain the flames and secure the site.
Illegal liquor transport arrest reported in Kansas
Dixon police halted a vehicle for failing to stop at a headlight inspection. The driver White was taken into custody for illegal liquor transport. A female companion Lavoe June Lyeria, 21, from Kosmet, Kan. was taken for investigation.
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Ing Dixon
Dixon
White
Aogirl Rompanion
Lavoe
June Lyeria
Kosmet
Kan
Wheat farmers vote quotas on 1941 crop
Washington June 2 UP Wheat farmers voted overwhelmingly for market quotas on the 1941 wheat crop expected to exceed 185000000 bushels. Referendum returns from 37 states show 90.5 percent in favor with Alabama and Arkansas as exceptions. Secretary Wickard hailed the result as farmers meeting market demands to curb the record crop.
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Washington
Agricultural Department
Alabama
Arkansas
Secretary of Agriculture
Claum
Wickard
Econor Redes
Mother Receives Five Years For Abandoning Baby
Sentence given by Judge Joseph E. Meyer notes a troubled background and believes a change could help her. The Fannings have two children, and the mother received five years for abandoning her infant.
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Joseph E. Meyer
Fannings
Roosevelt imposes war basis on U.S. production
Roosevelt uses new law to grant the government priority over civilian needs and all orders, with the Office of Production Management led by Edward R. Stettinius Jr. directing essential materials. Industry compliance is expected as the defense campaign accelerates under this broad authority.
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Reynolds
N.Y
Roosevelt
Office of Production Management
Edward R. Stettinius, Jr
United States Steel Corporation
United Pr Tcpe Tine
Cyprus Syria Next on List
A fragmentary overseas dispatch notes Cyprus and Syria as the next strategic focus. The report hints at British aims to expand influence and pierce enemy lines, mentioning positions and range considerations as operations progress.
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Cyprus
Syria
Nearly 500 Victims Of Holiday Accidents
Report shows nearly five hundred holiday related injuries across the region with hospitals noting increases in minor to moderate counts. Officials urge safe travel, aware driving, and adherence to warnings as crowds throng local events and stores.
Weather Report Des Moines Sees Persistent Rain and Warmth
Des Moines reports continued rain and warm conditions with rainfall totals around 1.20 inches in Des Moines and 1.3 inches in other nearby areas this morning. Skies remain unsettled as a wet pattern continues across the region.
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Des Muine
Ste
Keokuk
Trrwewedt
Des
Moines
Bombers and patrol planes seen boosting Atlantic convoy aid
Louisville June 2 A CPPublic report quotes Col John H Juiett president of the Aeronautical Chamber of Commerce of America saying American four engined bombers are in main protective patrols along the Atlantic route to Britain. He predicts aircraft production will speed up and labor strikes remain a risk to wartime output.
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Louisville
John H. Juuett
Aeronautical Chamber of Commerce of America
Atlantic
Britain
National Aeronautic Association
Jouett
U. S
Germany
United States
Form New Iraqi Government Alters Colloquy Staff Corre
A tentative move to form a new Iraqi government shifts personnel roles and staff assignments. Officials indicate cabinet reshuffles and policy directs aim to stabilize governance, with ministries realigned and new leadership slated for key posts.
French British tensions mount over Syria and Iraq clash
global war tensions flare as Franco British relations deteriorate after raids on Syria airfields and Sfax harbor. Britain moves to reinforce Cyprus and Syria with Free French likely to act. Darlan defends collaboration with Germany. Abdul Abdullah returns to Baghdad while Rash Al Gallani era tainted Iraqi politics shifts amid armistice talks.
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Harrison Salisbury
Arly
Crete
Iraq
France
Britain
Syria
Cyprus
Mediterranean
Ohe
Suez
Palestine
Transjordania
London
Syrian
Sfax
Tunisia
Jean Francois Darlan
Germany
Abdullah
Baghdad
Bagh
Rash Al-Gallani
Iran
Persia
Amerian
Ghdad
Worden
Fire at Vancouver B C Investigated for Cause
Vancouver authorities probe the blaze that destroyed part of the admin section of an aircraft facility. Investigators sought the cause as structural damage and fire losses were assessed, with no immediate reports of casualties. Local officials said the incident affected the Stanlex operation and the scheduled activities at the site.
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Vancouver
Reval Canadian Mounted
Stanlex
Beats
British Tommy Brings Pup From Crete
British soldier rescues a puppy during wartime events in Crete. The pup becomes a symbol of courage as the Tommy describes helping comrades and facing danger. Strong, vivid wartime scene suggests a personal act amid broader military hardship.
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Tommy
Crete
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