Morale in Germany cited amid war outlook
The piece argues that released Germans view Hitler unfavorably, Britain and American air raids grow, and Russian resistance strengthens hopes for Axis decline. It warns Allies not to rely on Axis collapse but to intensify effort, while noting parallels to World War I and the potential for early victory if morale falters. It also mentions John L. Lewis and Philip Murray clashing over leadership of labor unions and the cost to members.
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Germany
Hitler
Russia
Europe
Roosevelt
France
Belgium
Hamburg
Holland
John L. Lewis
Philip Murray
Lewis
Murray
Johnson Declares Run for New Mexico Governor
Judge Bryan Johnson of Albuquerque announced his candidacy for governor as he toured eastern New Mexico with Dempsey. He outlined a platform favoring sound business policy, tax relief, and education funding while opposing Japanese colonization in New Mexico. Governor Miles denied saying Johnson could not be governor, but noted he appointed Johnson district judge.
Raiders Hit Dutch Harbor Ports in North Pacific Raid
North Pacific area reports say Dutch Harbor remained quiet after Japan’s first raid tested defenses. A second wave six hours later conducted reconnaissance. initial attacks caused few fires and no major damage. Alaska fears rise as officials warn of possible sustained assaults and civilian defense steps increase.
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North Pacific
Dutch Harbor
Canada
United States
Alaska
Anthony J. Dimond
Navy
Dunand
Philippines
Seattle
California
Los Angeles County Defense Council
Balboa
Panama Canal Zone
Kurile Islands
Japan
Unalaska Island
Aleutians
Kuriles
Washington
Tokyo
Pacific
Burma
United Nations
North Pacific Islands
Bremen Raid Details Reveal Massive Bomber Capabilities
The ministry announced a raid on Bremen and described the Manchester bomber as a 25 ton craft with a crew of six or seven, 300 mph speed, 2000 mile range, wingspan 98 ft 1 in, length 68 ft 10 in, height 20 ft, armed with eight machine guns. Royal navy ships escorted the commandos to the French coast and RAF fighters covered withdrawal as the German high command claimed repelling a British landing attempt on the occupied coast.
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RAF
Manchester
Royal Navy
Royal Air Force
German troops hold Boulogne Le Havre bridgehead hope
Reports indicate German forces retain prisoners and arms as Boulogne Leonal area near Dover is eyed as a potential bridgehead for an invading Allied army. German divisions on the Russian front are being diverted, while Mountbatten is absent from leadership in London. Washington talks include Marshall and Arnold with Dill on coordinated war effort.
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Boulogne-Leonal
England
Dover
France
Louis Mountbatten
Washington
Sir John G. Dill
Combined Chiefs of Staff
United States
Britain
George C. Marshall
United States Army
Henry H. Arnold
United States Army Air Forces
London
Reckless Pearl Harbor echoes as Alaska fears rise
News describes renewed Japanese air raids near Dutch Harbor and measures across the West Coast, including radio silences in B C and alert drills in Seattle and Los Angeles. Alaska’s Dimond warns of a possible struggle, while Berlin radio reports panic. RAF raids hit Bremen with casualties among missing aircraft.
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James H. Doolittle
Tokyo
Stimson
Alaska
Anthony J. Dimond
Congress
Dutch Harbor
Pacific Coast
Victoria
B. C
Royal Canadian Air Force
British Columbia
Seattle
Los Angeles
County Defense Council
Balboa
Panama Canal Zone
Berlin
Bremen
Japs May Strike Alaska Area Invasion Threat
DeWitt Mackenzie analyzes Japan’s Dutch Harbor raid amid Aleutian weather. He notes the first four bombers raid lacked heavy force, suggesting a nuisance or propaganda effort and potential face-saving reprisal for Japan’s earlier attack. Dutch Harbor reported prepared and not surprised.
Weather Forecast for Pecos Valley and Eastward
New Mexico residents can expect cooler conditions this afternoon after a warmer spell. Tonight will be notably cooler with scattered showers and thunderstorms possible across Pecos Valley and adjacent eastern regions.
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New Mexico
Pecos Valley
Decision Soon By FDR On Nationwide Gas Rationing
Washington dispatch reports President Roosevelt will decide this week whether to extend gasoline rationing nationwide as a tire conservation measure. If adopted it would follow an eastern plan replacing the July 1 expiry with a basic weekly ration around three gallons, rising to nearly four for national coverage. Rep Beiter cited Ickes as saying nationwide rationing would start July 15, while Nelson said no final decision has been made.
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Washington
Roosevelt
Congress
Office of Price Administration
Seaboard
Beiter
D-Ny
Ickes
Quiet night on fronts amid tentative next clash
From the night operations on the Russian front both sides rested before another major clash. Red Army headquarters spoke of battles of local importance in several unidentified sectors while Hitler's high command said there was no important fighting.
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Fom
Kharrov
Red Army
Hitlers
State Conference VFW Clovis Sunday Dempsey To Talk
CLOVIS June 4 Last arrangements were being worked out here by veterans of foreign wars officials to complete plans for New Mexico's annual VIEW encampment to be held Sunday Monday and Tuesday J J Dempsey undersecretary of interior and former congressman notified the entertainment committee that he would accept the invitation to address the veterans Monday morning Dempsey plans to return to Santa Fe this afternoon after visiting Guadalupe county Tucumcari and Clovis Max Singer national VFW commander in chief is slated to deliver the principal address at the meeting's opening other state officials include Paul E Culver state VFW commander Albuquerque Salem Curtis state vice commander Roswell William C Alexander state adjutant quartermaster Gallup
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Clovis
Veterans of Foreign War
New Mexico
J.J. Dempsey
Entertainment Committee
Dempsey
Santa Fe
Guadalupe County
Tucumcari
Max Singer
National
VFW
Boston
Mass
Paul E. Culver
Albuquerque
Salem Curtis
Roswell
William C. Alexander
Gallup
Roswell Couples Granted Marriage Licenses
Gordon A Shelton and Mildred Willis of Roswell receive marriage license. Amel McMains and Pauline Bowling, both of Roswell, also obtain license.
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Gordon A. Shelton
Mildred Willis
Roswell
Amel McMains
Pauline Bowling
General Mills executives visit Roswell for large production push
Knox and Kruse visit Roswell from General Mills to discuss plans to produce over 8 billion pounds of cereal and processed grain next fiscal year. Kruse notes existing capabilities and ongoing direct manufacturing for the U S Navy.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Knox
Kruse
Sam Knox, Jr
General Mills Inc
Roswell
Mel Kruse
Grocery Products Department
General Mills
U. S. Navy
Clovis Poststers Plan Memorial Service at Cemetery
Guido Zecca junior vice commander Gallup and Clovis officers arrange the program led by G. F. Patton post commander Ray 5&5 Cheery encampment commander and H. B. Looper entertainment chairman. Registration for the encampment begins Sunday at 9 AM. A special memorial service will be held at Clovis cemetery.
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Guido Zecca
Gallup
Clovis
G. F. Paton
Ray
Cheery
H. B. Looper
Clovis Cemetery
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Albert
SALTS
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H. B. Cooley
Trade
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Associated Press
Assoc
Johnson
Interior Department
Utah University
Harvard Law School
Army Air Corps
Miles ‘Sere
Bryan Johnson
Alaguerct
Miles
Aleutian
C. S. Freeman
13Th Naval District
DeWitt Mackenzie
Alaska Peninsula
Freeman
North American
FDR
Donald M. Nelson
PAN Americarn
Joe Waller
Kellogg
Kellogg's
Watt
Ethcece
Itaises
Calif
Sunkist
Imperial Valley
Texas Valentines
Fryvyers
10Th & North Main Sts
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