Quin Seeks 39 Billion Army Fund City Fights SAPECO
San Antonio city leaders plan a bold push to block the Guadalupe Blanco River Authority from taking SAPECO properties and to secure municipal ownership of the gas electric and transit system. Mayor Quin met in a closed session with commissioners and lawyers and ordered potential lawsuits while preparing a New York trip to press purchase talks with American Light and Traction. If talks fail, a condemnation suit in Travis County would be filed to block the utility assets.
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Yanks Arrive In Iraq Report From German Broadcast
A German radio report quoted by Reuters said United States troops have landed at Basra, Iraq, with about 20,000 soldiers on four transports. They reportedly arrive without heavy equipment, to be supplied in Iraq, and may be stationed in northeastern Iraq.
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United States Victory Reported by Pravda
Moscow dispatch notes Pravda headline praising a U S victory after repulse near Midway. Article mentions Comintern coverage and Britain’s air raids against Germany with no editorial comment on the sea fight or outcome.
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Bomber Crashes at Fort Benning
At Fort Benning Georgia a B 29 airplane on base crashed today. Public relations officer Lieutenant Tussell Hammargren said the craft carried bombs, which exploded on impact. The plane fell about 16 feet from the post headquarters as the crash occurred during the war period. damage and casualties were not immediately determined.
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Cologne Bombardment Death Toll and Evacuations Reported
Dispatch datelined at the French frontier reports German ambassador Otto Abetz acknowledged casualties from the Cologne bombing. About 11,000 to 12,004 persons killed and 180,000 ordered evacuated in the attack.
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Republicans Seek $50 Soldier Pay Amid House Approval
Republicans press for a $50 monthly soldier pay after House approval with Senator La Follette backing a House-provision compromise. The plan involves joint Senate House conference action and possible government grants for families of lower income service members. Leaders signal intentions to proceed toward the pay measure despite opposition.
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Japs Lose Another Ship At Midway
Pearl Harbor June 3 report says Japan’s sea power limped westward from Midway as American defense turned to offense. Admiral Nimitz notes enemy withdrawal, with heavy Japanese losses including ships and air arm damage, offset by one U S destroyer sunk and one carrier hit. Allied leaders flooded with congratulations as victory appears near.
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Invasion Warning Edict For French Coast Evacuation
London reports a wartime radio broadcast urged French civilians from the Belgian coast to the Spanish border to evacuate a wide coastal zone. The notice warned of war operations and dangers to civilians, urged immediate action, and promised mobilization when liberation comes. It cited past raids on St Nazaire and emphasized safety and readiness.
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Texans Join Avengers
The nations sea forces were stronger Monday as 12,926 Texans volunteered amid a mass enlistment across coast guard and Navy ranks. In a ceremony six months after Pearl Harbor, Navy Secretary Knox framed the vow as justice and the nation’s determination to punish those who violated humanity. More than 1400 Texas youths joined others in pledging to avenge Pearl Harbor.
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Argentina Protests To Axis Over Tanker Torpedoing
Buenos Aires reports Argentina protests to Germany and Italy over the torpedoing of the Argentine tanker Victoria in American waters. The vessel reached an eastern United States port after the attack. Argentina and Chile stand as the sole American nations with ties to the Axis. This attack marks the first on an Argentine ship since the United States entered the war.
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F D R Resting at Shangri La Near Washington
President Roosevelt disclosed he acquired a secret cottage near Washington to rest during weekends. The White House press conference noted it was impractical to leave the capital during the war and referenced Eleanor Roosevelt, joking Shangri La could be a good name for her.
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Allied Libya Trap Closes In on Axis
In the Libyan desert theater on June 3 4 the great tank battle nears two weeks with British and Free French forces pressing near Knightsbridge and Bir Hacheim while Rommel’s armored units attempt to break through toward Tobruk. British and Indian troops establish positions at Harmat threatening Axis withdrawal as they repulse renewed axis assaults. Italian high command claims capture of a British Indian brigade commander and repulses counterattacks on the North African front.
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War bulletin reports Axis attack on Malta and air raids
In aerial exchanges the war bulletin states Awis forces again attacked Malta while on the desert front Italian planes downed British craft with losses to both sides. The RAF bombed Cagliari smashing buildings in the town center.
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Five Years For Sedition In Chattanooga Case
George W. Chritlens, 43, commander of the Grader White Shirts, first U.S. sedition conviction since entry into the war, was sentenced today to five years in prison.
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Court Rules For Extra Pay For Overtime Workers
The Supreme Court upheld the government's view that overtime pay must be provided to white collar workers even when they receive a fixed weekly salary above the minimum. The decision clarifies that overtime must be two and one half times the regular rate for hours beyond the standard limit, regardless of salary level, under the wage-hour law.
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Jap Plane Loss At 4 to 1 Ratio Declared by Arnold
Lt. Gen. H. F. Arnold, commander of the United States Army Air Force, told the Iowa Wesleyan College commencement audience that for every one U S plane lost the Japs lose four. He warned Tokyo that thousands more Colin Kellys and Butch O’Hares are on the way, calling the next six months decisive for the Axis. Arnold cited the superiority of American bombers and pilots and predicted intensified Allied air power.
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Submarines Shell Australian Cities in Night Raid
Allied reports say German-origin submarines shelled Sydney and Newcastle in darkness, causing no military damage or significant casualties. The attack followed a failed Sydney harbor raid by midget submarines, with blackouts in both cities and residents seeking air raid shelter. Submarines have recently disrupted Allied east coast supply lines, with severaldestroyed by air forces.
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Roosevelt asks Congress for new war department appropriation
President Roosevelt submitted a request to Congress for an additional appropriation for the War Department for the fiscal year ending January 30, 1943. The proposal seeks well over 200 billion dollars, aiming to bolster military needs and revise earlier estimates as the war enters a new phase.
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U S Bombers Strike Rangoon Amid Monsoon Fire
U S bombers conducted a daylight raid on Rangoon, the first since the port fell, facing heavy anti aircraft fire and swarms of Japanese forces. The attack occurred during monsoon conditions though the exact date was not given.
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House Democratic Whip Appointed in Washington
June 8 report that Majority Leader McCormack announced the appointment of Representative Robert Rumspeck as majority whip of the House. He succeeds Patrick Boland who died recently, Boland representing Pryme Sylvania.
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Weather forecast for San Antonio and East Texas
Forecast calls for occasional local showers Monday after noon and night with a few scattered thundershowers. Little temperature change expected. East Texas similar with near showers Monday afternoon and night, a few scattered thunder showers, and little temperature change. Fresh to Gettle winds along the coast.
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