Germany Again Threatens Sink Supply Ships
Germany pledged to sink all ships carrying supplies to Britain amid what observers call a major RAF attack on Ruhr heavy industry. Berlin disputed Washington on the Robin Moor sinking while Syria front reports cite Allied columns near Damascus as negotiations continue.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Harrison Salisbury
Germany
Britain
Royal Air Force
Ruhr
Damascus
Beirut
Syria
Robin Moor
Berlin
Washington
United States
Pernambuco
Air Ministry
Luftwaffe
Cairo
Executions of Two Mob Figures End Nine Minutes Apart
In Sing Sing N Y on June 13 the state executed two men linked to Murder Inc. Harry Strauss and Martin Goldstein, both 30s, for one murder each. The pair, among Brooklyn mob figures blamed for over 80 slayings, were pronounced dead within three minutes of entry to the electric chair, as two more awaits execution.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sing Sing Ossining
N. Y
Ers
Sing Sing
Harry
Pittsburgh Phil) Strauss
Martin
Bugesy) Goldstein
Tor Murder, Inc
Brooklyn
Strauss
Goldstein
Happy) Maione
Frank
the Dasner
Gold
T Ixiop
Roosevelt Suffering Sore Throat Cancels Appointments
President Roosevelt, with a sore throat and slight fever, canceled all engagements including a press conference and cabinet meeting. Admiral Ross T. McIntire, the surgeon, stated the illness is not serious and expected a quick recovery after a day of rest.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Roosevelt
Ross T. McIntire
McIntire
Goebbels Crete Article Withdrawn From Berlin Paper
Berlin reports an edition of the Voelkischer Beobachter carrying Paul Goebbels's piece on Crete was withdrawn after publication. Copies at newsstands were confiscated where possible, with later editions omitting the article and substituting a North African fighting report. The Goebbels piece, titled Crete as an Example, argued on invasion tactics and drew critical comparisons to Maginot line tactics.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Berlin
Voelkischer Beobachter
Paul Joseph Goebbels
Crete
Goebbels
Maginot Line
More Rain In Iowa Forecast To Continue
Des Moines reports Friday rain across nearly all western Iowa with lingering showers expected in eastern regions. Total precipitations included Carroll 0.40 inches, Inwood 0.45, Alta 0.25, Decorah and Estherville 0.19. Des Moines River fell at Ottumwa while rising slightly at Tracs as temperatures cooled about six degrees.
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Des Moines
Iowa
Weather Bureau
Carroll
Inwood
Alta
Decorah
Estherville
Draft Dodging Seclusion Exit Brings John Kelch to Light
In Glassport Pennsylvania on June 13 a local man John Kelch who had hidden at home for ten years to evade the draft after a dispute over a suit was forced to register. Police Chief Urbanski and a draft board official visited May 28 and confirmed John was at home under a bed reading papers. He explained he stayed indoors to avoid the draft but agreed to report daily at 11 A M to prevent a repeat.
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Pitsburgh
Fahima New Ft
Glassport
Paul Kelch
Paul, Jr
John
Paul
Cheence Urbanski
Allegheny Traft Board
Keleh
Urbank
Robin Moor Survivors Speak on Sinking Incident
Survivors tell of a torpedo strike and salvos that sank the American steamer Robin Moor in the South Atlantic. United States officials push for a formal diplomatic response as up to 35 crew and passengers are feared dead. Berlin has offered only that it is investigating the incident.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
L.le C. Wilson
United Press
Washington
Germany
Berlin
United States
State Department
Walter J. Linthicum
Pernambuco
Brazil
U.S
Philip P. Williamson
Linthicum
4-H club girls name officers Ames Iowa 4-H president
Lorraine Harmon Kensett named best groomed Iowa 4-H club girl to represent the state at the national congress in Chicago. Dorothy Darnel Washington elected state 4-H president to succeed Phyllis Nissen with officers Dorothy Behan Sabula Barbara Liebernecht Letts and Dorothy Hildebrande West Liberty. Blue ribbon groomed girl winners include Marguerite Kagerewton Yvonne Heisterkamp Beulah Stewart Mary Fulghum and Helen Flackey. Red ribbons awarded to Delores Stumpf Phyllis Goranson and Marron.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ames
Lorraine Harmon
Kensett
Chicago
Dorothy Darnel
Washington
Phyllis Nissen
Walnut
Dorothy Behan
Sabula
Barbara Liebernecht
Letts
Dorothy Hildebrande
Darnel
Blue Ribon
Marguerite Kagerewton
Yvonne Heisterkamp
Little Sioux
Beulah Stewart
Mary Fulghum
Mason City
Helen Flackey
Afton
Delores Stump
Germany Reports British Raid on Western Germany
British planes raided western and northern Germany today dropping explosive and incendiary bombs on numerous targets including Nazi quarters. The attack harmed civilians with several killed or wounded as damage was reported across various locations.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Germany
Driver’s License Taken Up Amid Odd Superstition
A garbled report notes a person identified as Smith relinquishing Driver’s License No. 13 amid claims of bad luck. It mentions two major accidents, two surgeries, a serious burn, and a robbery at the person’s apartment. an examiner at the statehouse allegedly decided to take License 13, citing superstition and a belief in bad luck.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Smith
Des x
Redax
Frdzyv
Joe Checholka
Statehouse
British plane torpedoes Nazi pocket battleship off Norway
London reports a Royal Air Force coastal command plane torpedoed a Nazi pocket battleship off Norway this morning. The attack forced escorting destroyers to retire to port on the Skagerrak as dense smoke rose from the vessel, hindering observation. Germany retains two pocket battleships, the Lutzow and the Admiral Scheer.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London
Air Ministry
Norway
Gremany
Lutzow
Admiral Scheer
Ministry
Skaggerak
Germany
Miss Bankhead Seeks Divorce in Reno Suit
Reno reports show Tallulah Bankhead’s daughter files for divorce, initiating a Reno suit. Court records indicate the divorce action names listed parties and seeks standard relief. The filing highlights Bankhead family involvement in a high profile case from Nevada.
Demand for Cheese and Condensed Milk Read in Markets
A fragmented report notes fluctuating demand for cheese and condensed milk, with speculation in butter affecting departmental plans. Prices rose as supply concerns persisted over the past two months, while notes on cheese procurement and market outlook suggest cautious procurement by buyers.
Auto industry faces potential government price controls
Washington June 13 The auto industry faced possible government controls on prices for 1941 and 1942 models and further curtailment of civil land production Five leading companies including Ford Chrysler NashKelvinator Studebaker and Hudson with price hikes of 10 to 53 in the last month were urged to rescind increases by Price Control Administrator Leon Henderson If ignored a price ceiling at pre increase levels would be imposed Officials said the companies withheld or are considering price hikes and plans for reimbursements to buyers were discussed
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John D. Gonzales
Washington
Leon Henderson
Henderson
Fore
Chrysler Corportion
Nash-Kelvinator Cporation
Studebaker Corp. Tion
Hudson Meto Company
July Induction Sees 1303 More Iowans Enter
A report notes 1303 additional Iowans for July induction as draft measures extend. The state plans ongoing selection actions under the act, with men being registered for land-related provisions and future resettlement.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Terson
Sera Meines Forture
Towa
Clinton Auto Collision Claims Life In Ta County
In Clinton Ta a driver died when a vehicle struck another car on a route south of town. The deceased was identified as Clinton and involved passengers include Mrs Minne and Robert. Authorities investigated the late night crash and noted one person was killed with injuries to other occupants.
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Clinton
Minne
San. Robert
Train collision deaths at Cedar Falls reported
Injuries from a train automobile collision near Cedar Falls proved fatal for Richard Hansen of Janesville. The incident occurred as a Rock Island passenger train crossed paths with his automobile, with authorities noting the car was proceeding in Cedar Falls. Further details scarce due to damaged text from the OCR source.
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Cedar Fall
Richard Hansen
Janesville
Cedar Falls
Rock Island
Britain’s Heaviest Bombing Raid On Ruhr Described
London reports a massive Royal Air Force attack on the Ruhr last night, with hundreds of planes bombing Germany’s coal and iron heartland. The air ministry said waves of heavy bombers hit factories and fires broke out, damaging a key railroad yard and creating widespread destruction.
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W. R. Downs
London
Air Ministry
Ruhr
Ma Ry
Royal Air Force
Germany
Ministry
German Raids Decrease in Western Air Offensive
The article notes a shift in the air war over western Europe with fewer German raids and greater Allied air activity. It discusses changing campaign patterns and ongoing uncertainty about future offensives during the conflict.
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U.S. Pat
Unitedness
Europe
Oval Air Force
Englards
Germany
Rutercam & En Fe
Highest Hog Price Reaches Three-Year Peak at Deve
The Deve market reports the highest hog price in three years on July 27 as Warrenson sells a 35 head lot for a top bid. Local buyers and sellers note strong demand and steady rates across the market.
Girl Dies After Car Strikes Bicycle
A girl was killed when a car struck a bicycle. Authorities investigated the accident and prepared a report on the roadway safety factors and contributing circumstances.
Declare Robin Moor Had Contraband
Article discusses the Robin Moor incident with claims of contraband on the ship. Mentions attempts to sink the vessel to deter Britain, referencing the alleged cargo and wartime tensions. Names and details appear garbled in OCR.
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Robin Moor
Strike threat ends as San Diego plant signs wage pact
San Diego June 13 UPI The threat of a strike at Consolidated Aircraft Corp appears ended after a two year contract with the International Association of Machinists. The pact raises beginner wages from 50 to 55 cents per hour and boosts 12,000 other production workers by five cents hourly. retroactive to May 3 the raise could total about seven million dollars annually. The two year deal covers bombers valued at 700 million dollars and extends through the emergency period proclaimed by the president. The agreement settled after a strike vote of union members 9 to 1 approving the terms, though no official result on the vote was released. The contract excludes a closed shop provision. section continued on page eight.
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San Diego
Cal
UPI
St! Consolidated Aircraft Corporation
International
AFL
Iowa Federation of Labor Elects New Leaders
In Cedar Rapids officers were chosen for the Iowa Federation of Labor during a session today. New president is noted as Ta. Tune 73.a with the Dubuque region and Browner as key figures. NamesBrown and Joseph McGiad are mentioned among attendees.
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Iowa Federation OF Labor
Tune
Ceder Rapids
Presin Age
Dubuque
Brown
Mon
Joseph
Ecved
S McGiad
Tan
Review of the War Zone Tactics Amid Syria Crisis
United Press reports warn that contraband shipments will be sunk and US action is blamed for the Robin Moor incident. Berlin withholds full facts while claims of war psychosis and Nazi propaganda surface. As Damascus and Beirut face a looming fall, Vichy forces retreat northward and Syrian defenses at Kissene and Saida hold, with Franco-British actions surrounding the ancient city shaping negotiations.
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Harrison Salisbury
United Press
Germa
Britain
Damascus
Beirut
Leneton
Vichy
Syria
Kissene
Saida
Bids On Coal For State University Heating
Three bids were received for 45 000 tons of coal needed to heat Iowa State University buildings next winter. Iowa is bidding from Interstate Coal Co and Illinois Maines. Secretary M I Person of the state board of education reported the offers valued at about 8300 dollars for the lot, with one bid from an Iowa firm.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Iowa
M. I. Person
Te Board of Education
Ity Avenue Co
Tlinois
Interstate Coal Co
Maines
Jana Coal Rengths
Purge of Aircraft Division Ties to Factory Campaign Agreement
Fragmented text reports a purge within an aircraft division linked to an organizing campaign and an agreement with a factory. Names and dates are unclear, but the note references a director and a plan to purge, with potential readership and organizational context implied.
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CIO
Af- Teat Wes
Hae
Reaom
Tear A
Pba
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