Roosevelt to speak on war policy at Virginia commencement
President Roosevelt will address European war and international relations at the University of Virginia commencement in Charlottesville. The White House said the 6:15 to 6:30 p.m. speech may touch on aiding the Allies, with major networks carrying it in seven languages.
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Mussolini aligns Fascists with Germany in wartime drive
Italy joins Germany in escalating war as Mussolini announces Fascist forces march into French territory via the Riviera. He vows to respect neutral states that observe neutrality while urging Italy to break old chains and forge a new era. Britain rapidly reinforces France as German forces push toward Paris, threatening a fast-changing battlefield in western Europe.
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Italians Roar As Duce Joins War
Premier Mussolini declared an hour crucial to Italy’s destiny from a Palazzo Venezia balcony. Crowds roared as he said Italy faced risks and sacrifices of war after failed peace offers, while Italy ordered a blackout against air raids and Blackshirt cards urged gathering in public squares.
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Bandit Takes 340 In Daylight East End HoldUp
A lone bandit robbed a East End grocery, obtaining 340 dollars after coercing store manager R L Bell and injuring him with kicks. Police Chief Secor Sheets and officers searched the area for the suspect but found no trace. The teller handed over a ten dollar bill and the robber demanded cracks feed and cigarets before leaving.
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Ship home from Europe with 723 war refugees
York June 10 The Liberty docked last night at Galway Ireland after a storm voyage from Europe carrying 723 refugees including children. The first of three U S ships bringing Americans home from the war torn zones, the vessel arrived to mark safety and peace amid ongoing danger.
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Turkey affirms mutual aid pledge after Italy declares war
Turkish officials voiced resolve to honor the mutual assistance pact with France and Britain in response to Italy's entry into the war against the Allies. The statement marked Istanbul's first formal reaction to Rome's move.
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Mussolini's Call to Action Echoes Across Italy Posters Demand War Mobilization
The passage describes Italy's wartime propaganda urging nationwide mobilization to aid Germany against Britain and France. Posters in Rome depict a soldier with a rifle and proclaim Italy breaking chains restraining her at sea. The text notes the announcement of Mussolini's stance and his plans, signaling escalation.
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Columbus youth is Lake White victim
Max Dick Daily, 20, of Columbus, was found in Lake White at 2:30 p.m. Sunday after he disappeared while swimming with friends at a summer resort. Relatives think he suffered an accident during the outing.
What Duce Has To Throw Against Allies
Italy's wartime mobilization capacity as stated by Premier Mussolini on March 30, 1938 includes about nine million men aged 18 to 55, with five million in first line combat. eight thousand warplanes, around 2,160 fighters. and roughly 1,006,000 tons of naval strength. Before the conflict Italy's fleet was about 717,920 tons, versus Britain's 2,079,863 and France's 755,570, with emphasis on submarines and torpedo boats.
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Enlarged Army Gets Approval
Washington June 10 the house military committee approved legislation to raise the regular army from 280000 to 400000. The measure would also permit the president to call out the national guard during Congress recess for use or training.
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Secretary Hull Calls Italy War Entry a Tragedy
Secretary of State Hull warned that Italy joining the war would be a great disappointment to peoples worldwide and a human tragedy. The remark reflected wartime anxieties as changes in alliances shaped global conflict.
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Debate on National Guard authority limits in western hemisphere
A legislative committee narrowly defeated an amendment allowing the National Guard to be used anywhere within the western hemisphere by a vote of 14 to 10, after voting 16 to 8 to prove the national guard. The current draft stipulates troops shall not be ordered beyond the continental United States.
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Paris Set to Move Quick as German Pressure Grows
Paris at risk as trading on the bourse halts and government offices reportedly move out amid a massive German assault. Premier Reynaud cancels a cabinet meeting while antiaircraft fire intensifies over the city. The battle lines tighten from Rouen to Gisors, with bridgeheads built near Soissons and parachute drops reported near Vauziers.
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England Admits Loss of Aircraft Carrier Glorious
London reports Britain admits the carrier Glorious torpedoed on September 17 by a Nazi submarine suffered loss with a normal crew of 1,216 including Royal Air Force pilots aboard.
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Open Declaration of War Against Germany Urged
Thirty American educators, lawyers, writers and businessmen speaking as individuals urged the United States to declare war on Germany in a statement released today. The appeal highlights the diverse professional backing and calls for immediate action by the government.
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Three Portsmouth Residents Injured In Cincinnati Accident
Three Portsmouth residents were injured in an automobile crash on Elston road at 10 45 a m Sunday. James Bova 48 manager of Stones grill Second and Court streets drove the car and suffered an injured shoulder and lacerations. Level Ware 37 of 1914 Argonne road a waitress at Stones grill suffered head and neck injuries. A woman named Pauline Harris 28 of 508 Union street suffered lacerations and read. The car overturned twice after going over an embankment. The article also includes a political statement signed by notable figures criticizing the Nazi drive for world dominion and expressing anti Nazi views.
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Weather: Today at is 2 m 63 today’s min 69
Observer Schirrman reports temperature figures for today including a low of 69 and a high of 63 two meters? The note also records yesterday’s minimum of 91 and a year ago today’s readings of 66 and 66.
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