The War's Endurance and an America Ensnared
A reader argues that victory in Europe is unlikely without US involvement and warns that prolonged war could ruin democracy and burden the nation with debt. The piece questions the benefits of sending more American troops, noting potential economic collapse, social strife, and political instability if Europe remains mired in conflict.
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British seize Nazis in Tobruk raid and gains in East Africa
Cairo report says British Middle East command captured 200 Germans, killed over 100 enemy troops, and destroyed 168 tanks after a Tobruk attack near the Egyptian border. Eight British tanks were lost near Salam as patrol and artillery actions claimed further enemy losses while a British push resumed toward Dessie in Ethiopia with pursuit continuing.
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Middle East Command
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Ethiopis
Japanese Planes Reported Over Shanghai Skies
Reports from SHANGHAI say 26 to 100 Japanese planes have been routing over the city in the past few days. The flights spark speculation of redeployment from the north toward the Southern Pacific and possible reinforcement of local forces.
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Officer Killed in Hawaii Air Crash
Honolulu reports Lieutenant Richard HH of Jacksonville Massachusetts was killed when the marine scout bomber he piloted crashed off Oahu late last night. Steven Fri of Springfield Missouri escaped with injuries. Authorities announced the accident and noted the crash site was offshore near the island.
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Steven Fri
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Hull Denies East Convoys Talked
Secretary Hull told reporters at a press conference that he has not heard official discussion of providing convoys for American ships to the Red Sea. He emphasized no action or policy has been decided on convoys and urged patience while reviewing safety options.
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Buffalo Gun Kills Jobless 8. A. Man
William Donald Arnold, 33, of 128 Shaver Street, died at 2:06 a m after a gun on his porch discharged while he was handling a 45-90 buffalo gun. He told police the accidental explosion occurred as he played with the weapon. Investigators and a Justice of the Peace examined the scene. his mother and witnesses were present.
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John Williams
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London
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RAF Again Raids Nazi Battleships
London reports a second Royal Air Force attack on the German battleships Gneisenau and Scharnhorst near Brest. Bombs dropped on the dock area and adjacent targets. hits claimed on power stations at Antwerp, Leiden, and shipping off the Dutch coast. The ministry cited weather hampering precise assessments of results.
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Judge Christian Stricken in Court
Judge George B. Christian, member of the commission of the Call of Criminal Appeals, suffered a cerebral hemorrhage during a conference of the court in Austin. He was rushed to a city hospital. doctors reported his condition as critical. Other judges, including Harry Graves and Tom Beauchamp, were in the consultation room when the incident occurred.
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Harry Graves
Tom L. Beauchamp
C. G. Krimger
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West Texas Rain Drenches Wide Area With Varied Totals
A sweeping rain event drenched West Texas with scattered showers as the weather system lingered. Wichita Falls logged 2.18 inches in 24 hours while Abilene measured 1.45 inches with ongoing rain, and other reporting towns posted mixed totals from 0.8 to 4.40 inches.
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China Reassured on Russian Help Amid Pact Signing
Chinese officials in Chongqing said Soviet aid to Chiang Kai-shek’s government would not be affected by the Russo Japanese friendship pact. The assurances were conveyed as the pact was signed in Manchuria, with Chinese political quarters claiming Moscow pledged continued assistance.
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Munitions Chief Tours Poland Fortifications
Berlin April 16 1907 Minis of Munitions Peltz Todt travels with three close colleagues to Gatraleke in Poland for extensive inspection of Germany eastern fortifications including the Siegierca line and West Wall.
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Child Recovering From Auto Attack Injures Boy
Roman Tavitas, six, of 1707 San Carlos Street, is recovering after minor bruises from an auto strike in front of his home Tuesday. Police could not identify the vehicle’s driver.
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Adie 26 Hurt as Strike Sparks Fatal Gun Battle
In Middlesboro Kentucky gunfire left four dead and 15 to 20 injured after a conflict tied to a miners strike in the Appalachian coal fields. G W Rhodes and E W Silvers among the dead. patrolman Harrell reported shootings near Fork Ridge mine as union miners confront operators during stalled talks. Authorities notified as Tennessee and Kentucky officers monitored the situation amid a broader strike and truces.
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Guy Barrell
Mitcdlesboro
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Bell
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Campany
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Three Soldiers Held After Robbery Near Port Sam Houston
Three soldiers from the Second Signal Company at Port Sam Houston were held by police for investigation after an attack and robbery on George H. Macringer of Company A at Losoya and Conyers streets Monday night. Macringer said he was struck, robbed of $7, a watch, and a tie clasp. One suspect wore the tie clasp. authorities did not recover the money or watch.
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Campfire Topples Tree Kills Angler in Lufkin
In Lufkin on April 15 a campfire blaze felled a tree that crushed two sleeping fishermen. George Allard, 17, died. Doyle Nerren escaped with only scratches. Sustler of the Peace 1, 5, Cochran and Alford suffered broken necks and ankles. Campers, upon hearing shouts, freed Alford after 20 minutes of cutting the tree.
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Weather Forecast for San Antonio and vicinity
The forecast shows showers Tuesday night and Wednesday with southeast winds strengthening to fresh to strong and then turning westerly. Highs Tuesday around 70s, Wednesday morning near 40s, with a high near 70 on Monday. Temperature records note a high of 89 from April 15, 1940, and scattered showers in the southeast portion Tuesday night and Wednesday.
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Troops Force River Crossing Near Ptolemais Amid Balkan War News
German forces claim progress in the Balkans with river crossing near Ptolemais and advances into northern Greece. Yugoslav resistance continues as German and Italian troops pursue southern Yugoslav units, while British forces endure heavy air and ground pressure around Salonika and the Dalmatian coast.
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Allies Hold Back Thrust at Flank
In northern Greece British and Greek forces report repulsing repeated German thrusts on their right flank while Nazis push toward the left wing near Mount Olympus and Ptolemais. German advances threaten the Adriatic coast as the center line withdraws to form a deeper frontline, with air and sea attacks on Athens and Piraeus.
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Norwegian raid aided by U S forces in Baltic waters
Norwegian naval authorities announced a long planned raid conducted with British admiralty approval. The operation allegedly used an American warship lent to Norway, yielding successful results. A German tanker of about 10,000 tons was reported sunk near German occupied Viance.
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Sport
Spring Showers Forecast Through Midweek
A weather note from J. Hy Jarnoe on Tuesday forecasts mainly cloudy skies with showers. Southeast winds near moderate, and a high around 82 Tuesday with a low of 54 Wednesday morning, as a cool front slows temperatures.
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Turks Interview Red Emissaries Amid Talks In Istanbul
Ankara reports undisclosed senior figures engaged with Soviet emissaries in Istanbul on April 14 as Turkish officials seek progress in sensitive discussions. The meeting aims to advance political talks and reduce tensions with the Soviet Union amid regional strain.
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Athlete Injured In Hit Run Near St Marys Uni
St Marys University student Hn Molbrook, 22, suffered possible skull fracture and internal injuries in a hit and run near the Santa Rosa campus early Tuesday. Deputy sheriff George Hamn reported a driver struck Holbrook, who was taken to a hospital by fellow student Jerry Jarrett. Holbrook, a St Marys Tattler sports member, is a native of Kersville and former all state back. He previously attended Southern Methodist University before joining St Marys.
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Southern Methodist University
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A PAT On the Back For 4 A Cook Principal Maythorne School
A Pat on the Back for 4 A Cook principal of Maythorne School the only Junior high school in Elgar County to have a class in Pan American studies. Jor Musgrave chamber of commerce public relations official recognizes his work on the field and program, an annual effort led by Mrs.1 FE Sunthman general chairman coordinating animal brothers and lunches for Catholics Hya state ent ant Jews t
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