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Newspaper
Oelwein Daily Register
Location
Oelwein, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jun 23, 1941
Page
1
Nazi Germany has declared war on the Soviet Union, ending the brief eastward alignment with Stalin and signaling a major escalation in World War II. The decision, viewed as a long-term move to seize Soviet resources, follows failed earlier offensives against Britain and growing American aid to the Allies. Continued coverage notes forecasts and reactions as the war expands.
A Sunday morning riot involving 50 Lawler area Jehovahs Witnesses and 30 traveling members erupted during leaflet distribution near Town Committees. Police ordered dispersal as vehicles crashed. no serious injuries reported. No charges filed as investigators review the disturbance and identify key individuals.
Two Colorado Springs men on a pleasure flight to Chicago and New York City escaped injury when their plane nosed over in an oats field near Carlisle. Pilot Arthur Duell and passenger Donald Dickey could not land at Des Moines due to an air show and their gasoline gauge was low.
Lonion June 23 United Press Britain reports daylight bombers and fighters sweeping Nazi dominated Europe in an opening phase of a intensified aerial campaign. Britain notes last night’s 12th raid on northwest Germany and German redeployments to the east for the Soviet invasion. Since January 10 there have been 55 daylight sweeps with 98 enemy planes and 238 British planes downed. Sunday saw two British losses. Continuous air clashes are expected as Luftwaffe weakness in the west could invite further strikes unless Germany shifts forces east.
The United States ordered all border exits of Italian nationals halted until further notice. The justice and treasury departments instructed immigration, border patrol, and customs officers to prevent departures, citing recent Italian and German holdings in the United States. The measure aims to curb departures except to homeland or other preferred destinations as consular staff were ordered out.
British planes claimed to have downed 108 Nazi aircraft in a raid on northern France, with the RAF achieving tactical air control on the French side of the Nie. The attack targeted an industrial plant near Bethune and left Royal Air Force fighters with minimal bomber losses. Reports noted fewer enemy intercepts and that strikes against invasion areas and bomber bases had begun earlier.
Moscow June 23 United Press. Russia reports the bulk of German forces repulsed with heavy losses on June 22, noting 65 German planes shot down. German air raids on Russian cities and airfields were driven off by Soviet air and anti aircraft fire. Only Grodno and Kristinopol sectors saw a minor gain for Germany as towns Kelvaria Stoyanoy and Tsekhanovetz fell briefly from the frontier. The report continues on page six.
United Press reports from Ankara quote Germans in Turkey about a three week campaign against Russia. The plan aims to seize eastern and southeastern Russia, focusing on Ukraine and the Caucasus, before halting to defend gained territory. Continuous fighting and uncertain outcomes are noted.
Des Moines reports funeral services for Dr C R Russe a long time Ottumwa physician who practiced in both Ottumwa and Keokuk. He died after a lengthy career spanning several decades and is survived by a daughter Mrs Otte Brtrerts.
Weterison June 23 services were held for Prank M Snores 73 former president of the Tewe An cathr of Paice Chief. He served as Black Hawk counts sheriff from 1909 to 1931 and Waterton police chief from 1930 to 1934. He was a breeder of bloodhounds used in criminal work and is survived by two sons a daughter and a granddaughter.
Berlin reports Nazi forces advancing in blitzkrieg style across Soviet Russia with major push toward Brest-Litovsk and other fronts. Official dispatch notes heavy artillery, flame-thrower assaults, and rapid German progress as Red Army defenses falter along a 1700 mile front from Finland to the Black Sea.
A brief item reports an injury where a sneeze caused a dislocated shoulder. The excerpt mentions names and partial phrases, but the readable content centers on the unusual cause and the resulting medical outcome.
An Iowa farmer Mulock was killed when his car collided with a vehicle driven by former Dartmouth teammate Wilber McKelvey near Derby Ohio. McKelvey, 23, and three others were injured in the crash. The deceased was described as a Des Moines mayoral candidate with farming ties.
The body of Senator Pat Harrison of Mississippi will lie in state in the Capitol chamber where he served 23 years. At 59 he died after a major operation and long illness, ending a 30 year Senate career begun in 1918 after earlier service in the House. family requested simple ceremonies. state funeral urged by friends.
United States Ambassador John G Winant met Russian Ambassador Ikan Maisky in London on June 23 and signaled America's readiness to back Britain in Russia's fight. He reportedly spent time with President Roosevelt in Washington and with Prime Minister Winston Churchill by phone, discussing coordinated war aims.
Readings show a high near 94 with a 55 degree low in the morning. Des Moines expected to rise to 85 that afternoon while Iowa City reports a trace of rain. The report notes trends for western areas and nearby towns with temperatures and precipitation.
New York June 23 UP The Communist Party in the United States calls for full support and cooperation with the Soviet Union in its fight against Hitlerism breaking a stance since the Russo German non aggression treaty. Alexander Kerensky former Russian premier also appeals for Russia aid predicting a world order after victory over Germany. Reactions split with isolationists questioning fighting for Europe to defend communism while interventionists see the attack on Russia as a push to end Nazi and Soviet regimes and ensure global order.
Navy officers plan a court of inquiry to determine causes of the S. Suavere foundering disaster near Portsmouth New Hampshire. Testimony points toward improprieties and questioned equipment as investigators seek fitness of command.
The Spanish War veterans held an encampment with attendees from local posts. Speakers included Mrs Mire Meyers and Joseph Ho Harles, addressing senior grammar concerns and meeting logistics. The gathering planned plans for future dates and emphasized unity among veterans.
The Presbyterial Synod opened its conference in Ames with ministers from the General Presbyterian Council in New York City among speakers. Revs Thon T. Jones Ivan Cry and Arthur T Timouse were listed among the day’s presenters as sessions continued through the day.
United Press reports nine deaths from weekend accidents in Iowa including six auto fatalities. Victims include Mrs. Lloyd Zubrod and her 11 month old daughter, killed near Charles City. Carl Pearson of Colfax. Samuel J. Fugle of Sioux City. Normal Lampe of Fort Dodge. Albert Woods of Fort Madison. Junior Long and Jack Long of Lovilla. Gerald Cooper, a Floyd county farmer, injured in the Zubrod crash. Pearson died after stopping to inspect a tire on Highway 6?48 near Colfax. other incidents involve a truck on a highway and a man struck by a motorcycle last week.
Fragmentary text shows President Roosevelt described as a busy figure with scattered notes. The readable portions mention a game or event line and assorted names, but details are obscured by heavy OCR errors.
The Hawkeye Boys State concluded after eight days of poset cul experience in gno ernaes with leaders and organizers steering the event. Counties returned after the sessions as state programs wrapped up with readings and local observances.
London, June 23. Four million men clashed on a 1700 mile front as Germany pressed a massive attack on the Soviet Union. Hordes of bombers and tanks aided a four pronged drive from the Baltic to the Black Sea aimed at Leningrad Moscow and the Ukraine. Britain pledged war to the finish and reports from capitals spoke of a possible Russia Britain United States alliance forming.
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