German saboteurs captured after coast infiltration
Eight former German residents and two U S citizens were seized by the FBI led by J Edgar Hoover. The group landed from submarines on Long Island and near Jacksonville Florida to execute a two year campaign against U S war industries, carrying TNT fuses and timing devices.
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New York
Federal Bureau of Investigation
J. Edgar Hoover
U. S
United States
Michigan National Guard
Berlin
Long Island
New York City
Ponte Vedra Beach
Jacksonville
Fla
Amagansett Bay
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FBI
Hoover
Sevastopol siege and Kharkov fronts dominated by Soviet defense
Soviet dispatches report heavy fighting around Sevastopol as German attempts to breach the Crimea port fail amid 24 days of siege. Kharkov region sees Timoshenko forces halt a German drive with tank counterattacks and air battles across the front. Submarine actions disrupt Axis supply lines to Bengasi.
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Larry Allen
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Red Fleet
Stage Set for Clash in Egypt
The British Eighth Army near Matruh prepares to block Rommel’s Axis force advancing toward Alexandria and the Suez Canal. Allied air power harasses enemy formations as Rommel’s drive slows and cautious preparations continue for a major mechanized engagement.
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New Boston to Decide on City Flood Safety
New Boston voters head to a special election Tuesday to decide a $100000 bond for flood wall construction aimed at 77 foot protection along the Ohio River. If approved the city would pay rights of way and permits while the federal government funds construction and pumping stations.
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Wheeling Steel Corp
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Ohio Over Co
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Portsath Industries
Registration drive set for 18 to 21 year old men
Draft boards outline Tuesday registration for all men born between January 1 1922 and June 30 1924 who have not registered before. Registration centers open 7 am to 9 pm in New Boston city and rural locations with specific site lists for Boards 1 2 3 and 4 and instructions to carry the draft registration card at all times.
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Portsmouth
Hilltop
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Court Streets
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Franklin Avenue
Gallia Street
Jones
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Union Streets
Sciotoville
North Moreland
Oat Owners Asked Chelp Sub Fight
Ashington reports a June 27 mention of an issue involving oat owners seeking a substitute fight. Details are unclear due to damaged text.
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Chelp Sub Fight
Wart Year Year
A brief wartime item notes recurring disruptions during the year with terse updates. The report mentions unusual weather or calendar anomalies affecting schedules and public routines, reflecting ongoing strain on daily life. No clear individuals or organizations are named in the readable fragments.
Churchill Home To Battle Critics In London Debates
Winston Churchill returns from his third Roosevelt meeting to a wary political climate. He plans a Commons debate challenging his leadership while coordinating a second front against Hitler. Allies push operational plans and air raids to shift pressure on German forces.
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Associated Press
London
Winston Churchill
Roosevelt
United Nations
Germany
Adolf Hitler
House of Commons
Washington
Russia
British Press Association
Europe
Mary
Marines Land In South Pacific For Major War Push
A large U S marine expeditionary force arrives at a South Pacific jump off point. Major Meigs O Frost confirms the biggest overseas contingent yet as Brig Gen Robert L Denig relays details from Washington. A sergeant correspondent recalls life aboard transports amid the voyage.
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Atlanta
South Pacific
United Nations
Meigs O. Frost
Marine Corps
Washington
Robert L. Denig
Marine Headquarters
Marine News
Lorain workers vote to end two day strike at National Tube
Lorain maintenance men returned to work at National Tube Co pipe mill and 3,500 employees expected to resume full operations by weekend. CIO leader Philip Murray announced company will begin grievance negotiations and union district director William Donovan called the walkout unauthorized. 6,500 other workers remain at work in different National Tube departments.
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Lorain
National Tube’s Co
Philip Murray
Murray
CIO
United Steelworkers of America
William F. Donovan
Steelworkers’ Union
Donovan
U. S. Steel
U S Deputy Marshal Shot Found In Street
A U S deputy marshal was shot and found in the street near a hospital. Authorities reported the incident involved sewers and a car incident as part of the unfolding case.
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U. S
Arrival Cards to Tell When Troops Get Over
The War Department announced that arrival cards will inform relatives when troops sail and arrive. Cards, filled and left at embarkation ports, will be mailed on receipt of a commander’s report aboard each transport. The cards will include overseas mail and cable addresses.
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Washington
War Department
Bicycle Court To Operate For Children Soon After Kids Day
A youth bicycle court planned for Portsmouth will begin operations shortly after Kids Day. Officials target safe riding, teaching traffic rules, and community engagement with supervision and scheduling details forthcoming.
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Portsmouth Chaldren
Fu'r
More Tires Allowed for July Rationing
A government notice expands tire allotments for July rationing, detailing increased quotas for certain vehicle categories and instructions for eligibility. Officials emphasize orderly distribution and compliance with new limits.
The Story Of The Lexington Battle at Corel Sea
The epic account recounts the Lexington battle scene at Corel Sea with focus on the clash and ensuing events. Key figures and ships are named as the narrative traces the engagement, outcomes, and consequences for crews involved.
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Corel Sea
Roe
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