Axis poised for all-out war as Midway raids warn
Dewitt Mackenzie argues that the Midway attack and Rommel's Libyan drive signal a looming axis assault this year. He cites 200 divisions totaling about 2.75 million troops plus a growing Nazi air fleet ready for a major spring offensive against the Russians and Middle East targets, making the war's outcome hinge on this new phase.
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Rommel
Egypt
Suez Canal
Middle East
Germany
Hitler
Midway Hit By Japanese Raid Reported by AP
Tokyo navy planes attacked Midway Island in a major raid as U S defenders repulsed the assault. A battleship and an aircraft carrier were damaged, with other ships and many planes reportedly hit. Admiral Nimitz said attacks on the enemy continue. Midway lies 1,149 miles northwest of Hawaii.
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Honolulu
Japan
Midway Island
America
Pacific
Chester W. Nimitz
Pacific Fleet
Midway
Hawaii
United States
Dutch Harbor
Alaska
Nimitz
Cyril T. Simard
Pearl Harbor
Marine Corps
Admiral Nimitz
Wake
Guam
Diplomas Awarded At Two Commencement Exercises
Three hundred eighty four graduates received diplomas at two ceremonies Thursday night. Dr. William David Stratford spoke to Ports mouth High School graduates in Municipal Stadium and Dr. J Raymond Schutz addressed Glenwood High School students in the school auditorium.
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William David Stratford
Portsmouth High School
Municipal Stadium
J. Raymond Schutz
Glenwood High School
Portsmouth High School graduates hear outdoor commencement address
Dr. William David Stratford delivered the outdoor commencement at Municipal Stadium for Ports mouth High School. He dedicated his talk to seniors who narrowly missed honors and to those who worked hard under heavy responsibilities, praising grit and future success despite obstacles.
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Douglas Gee
William David Straford
Portsmouth High School
Cam
Nrewspaper
Stratford Aid
Glenwood High seniors hear challenge from Dr. Schutz
Dr. J Raymond Schutz of North Manchester Ind addressed 52 Glenwood High School seniors in New Boston at graduation ceremonies held in the school auditorium. He urged clear thinking and prioritizing needs amid world shortages noting the importance of selecting the most essential items first.
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John R. McMillan
J. Raymond Schutz
North Manchester
Ind
Glenwood High School
New Boston
Ralph Rider
Glee Club
Clay Deemer
Dr. Schutz
J. W. Evans
Explosion at Army Arsenal Kills 21 in Illinois
An explosion at the El arsenal rocked the complex early today killing 21 and injuring more than 20. Captain David P. Tunstall, army relations officer, said no sabotage found but a board of inquiry will investigate. Windows shattered as far as Kaneakee and beyond.
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Oliet
Til
el‘ Arsenal
David P. Tunstall
Tunstall
Kankakee
Illinois
Senate OKs $46 Monthly Back Pay for Privates
Washington June 5 Senate conferees on the military pay increase bill proposed a compromise to house committee members calling for $46 a month for back privates. The plan seems to offer $50 a day once a month as a possible alternative.
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Senate
O. K
Washington
House
Early $50 monthly military pay seen likely soon
Washington reports indicate quick congressional approval of a $50 monthly minimum for armed forces, with enlistees having dependents possibly contributing $20 to $22 monthly to family support. Senate delays persist as La Follette presses for a Monday showdown on boosting back private pay from $42 to $50.
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Washington
Senate
House
la Follette
Wisconsin
House Rejects Funds for Civilian Conservation Corps
The house, following its appropriations committee recommendation, refused to vote funds to maintain the civilian conservation corps on a reduced basis during the week.
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Washington
Appropriations Committee
House
Civilian Conservation Corps
Dependents' Pay Bill Advances Through Congress
The House plans to take up Monday a family allowance measure passed by the Senate granting wives of military men $50 monthly, $12 for the first child and $10 for each additional child, with servicemen contributing $22. Optional increases and parental and sibling benefits are outlined, plus a House version offering $40 to the wife and $20 contributed by the enlisted man. The Senate bill also would authorize the Selective Service to set the order of priority under the President's guidance.
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House
Senate
Two More Days Set to Register for Sugar
In Scioto county 12,627 families registered for extra sugar this week for canning. Portsmouth turnout was about 4,100, roughly 2,000 below estimates. Due to crowds at fire stations serving as centers, the rations board kept registration open Monday and Tuesday from 3 p.m. to 9 p.m.
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Scioto County
Portsmouth
City Rations Board
Conference fails to end gas issue at White House
President Roosevelt and 11 government officials met at the White House to seek solutions to rubber and gasoline problems but produced no definite conclusions. A press conference earlier noted a possible July 15 gasoline rationing decision, with a cabinet meeting later expected to address fuel and rubber issues. Price Administrator Henderson offered few remarks.
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Washington
Roosevelt
White House
Price
Leon Henderson
X Cards Scrutinized In Washington Campaign Move
Washington June 5 The OPA granted power to call in holders of universal X gasoline cards for questioning in a campaign to curb nonessential driving in the east. The agency also authorized boards to rescind cards used by certain persons for answer questions.
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Washington
Loce
East
OPA
War Chest drive ends Tuesday in Scioto County
Final report meeting set for 6 30 p m at Trinity Methodist church extends campaign after noon reports show 9428 83 short of 105206 goal. County chairmen urged to attend dinner at Hurth hotel with township leaders to report solicitations and plan next steps. Portsmouth police contributed to the effort.
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Nancy Grimes
Scioto County
Trinity Church
First Christian Church
War Chest
Hurth
Portsmouth Police Department
A Chance To Be Proud War Chest Nears Goal
Scioto County’s war chest needs under 9500 dollars to reach 105206. Funds support United Service Organizations United China Relief and Allied relief, plus Greater Portsmouth’s 10 welfare agencies. Campaign continues over the coming weekend as residents are urged to complete the drive.
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Scioto County
United Service Organizations
United China Relief
Portsmouth
Portsmouth Welfare Association
Scioto Countians
Weather Report for Ohio Valley and Schirrman Observation
The Ohio Valley shows a cooler trend tonight. Schirrman reports today's 11 am reading at 83 with a 74 degree minimum. Yesterday peaked at 94. a year ago today high was 83 and low 59.
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Ohio Valley
Schirrman
After The War Optimism Grows In Gallup Poll
Gallup Poll results show more Americans optimistic than pessimistic about postwar business prospects. The American Institute of Public Opinion releases nationwide findings on expected prosperity.
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Gallup
American Institute of Public Opinion
United States
Dispatch
Beer Distributors and Drivers Sign New One Year Pact
Scioto County Beer Distributors' Association and Local 143 Teamsters affiliate of A F of L renewed their contract for one year. The agreement provides a wage increase from 56 to 70 cents per hour and aligns beer delivery hours with government regulations to avert a threatened strike. John Derr, head of Pioneer Coal and Beverage Co., announced the wage rise and compromise with union officials.
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Scioto County Beer Distributors’ Association
Teamsters & Chauffeurs Union
A. F. of L
John Derr
Pioneer Coal & Beverage Co
Distributors’ Association
Derr
Distributors and Union
Ohio May sale of savings stamps above treasury target but below June quota
In Cleveland on June 5, Ohio May sales of savings stamps and bonds reached 32.38 million dollars, topping the treasury department’s 31.77 million target. War savings administrator Roy D. Moore announced the May total, noting it falls short of the June quota of about 42.72 million. The figure includes all savings stamps and bonds except a small amount may be for counter at the Cleveland Fed.
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Cleveland
Ohio
Treasury Department
Roy D. Moorgs
War Savings Staff
Great Convoy Reaches India Amid World War II Push
British announces the largest convoy of reinforcements to defend India has unloaded at eastern ports. The force includes anti aircraft guns, tanks, and personnel, with volunteers trained in Britain and fights from France and Libya. Japanese push 45 miles east of the Indian Burman frontier toward Homalin as RAF slows river movements.
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Preston Grover
Associated Press
New Delhi
India
Burma
Indian
Britain
France
Libya
United Kingdom
Homalin
Chindwin
Mandalay
Toland Government Investigator Dies at 43
Washington dispatch says Edmund M. Toland, 43, counsel for the House Naval Committee and veteran government attorney, died suddenly last night. A Boston native, he practiced law in the capital for two decades and served in both administrative and legislative branches, including two years as a special assistant.
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Washington
Edmund M. Toland
House Naval Committee
Toland
Boston
Rommel Reinforces In North Africa As Bir el Hacheim Standoff Intensifies
Rommel shifts fresh axis troops and tanks into the nine mile corridor near Bir el Hacheim as British and Indian forces claim they repelled another tank assault on the desert stronghold. British headquarters says relief of the Free French garrison was conducted from the rear after two German demands to surrender were refused.
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Associated Press
Erwin Rommel
North Africa
Bir el Hacheim
Mediterranean Sea
Bir E Hacheim
Rommel
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