House Calls for Large Defense Increase in 1939 Plan
House appropriations panel recommended an additional 5.02 billion dollars for national defense, boosting army strength, planes and ships while expanding espionage and mineral programs. Gen George C Marshall warned Western Hemisphere focus with no imminent invasion, and Rep Tinkham protested Canton Island provisions.
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Is This Why You Are Constipated Advice Letter
A garbled note discusses constipation linking diet to bowel movements. It suggests eating certain foods and hints at bran as a natural aid, while recommending medical consultation for persistent issues. It mentions possible breakfast choices and eating patterns in a fragmented, informal tone.
Badoglio Named Italian Chief of Staff by Mussolini
In Rome on June 1 Premier Mussolini named Mare Marshall Pietro Badoglio to lead the general staff as commander of the Italian army. Other chiefs remained Graziani for the army, Gavagnari for the navy, and Frascisco for the air service. The decree authorizes reallocations, weapons funding, and naval conversions, including 400 new quadruple mounts and substantial anti aircraft production to reinforce fleet defenses. Additional funds cover vessel conversions and emergency naval operations should coastal patrols or escort duties be needed.
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Maritime Commission
Allies Need Tanks to Win War by September
Paris note from London says Andre Maurais, French liaison officer with the British army, urges immediate U S aid arguing a tank and gas infusion is essential. He warns a months long delay will spoil the chance to win and claims 50 divisions cannot be sent but decisive action is needed now.
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Gold imports at new peak in week surpass May totals
Washington reported the commerce department tallied gold imports at 582,477,283 for the week ending June 11. Most shipments originated from Canada, though officials indicated much was earmarked for foreign governments, notably France, boosting total earmarked gold to 1,686,703,885. The week set a record, vastly exceeding May’s monthly receipts and prior weekly totals.
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Turkey Backs Allies In War Position Alarms Rome
Istanbul reports Deputy Hussein Djedd Yakchin declares Turkey is on the Allies side with heart and Italy’s entry on Germany’s side shocks Ankara. Yeni Baba quotes Yaltchin as Mussolini backing the wrong horse amid cabinet reviews of Italy’s war move.
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700 Italians Held By British
London reports that about 709 Italians once flagged for anti British views were moved toward internment camps by Scotland Yard. The roundup targets fifth column suspects after Italy declared war. Estimates place total Italians in the UK around 25,000 with 19,000 British subjects. The Italian embassy was guarded and services limited as authorities tightened security.
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Army plans 50 mile bombing range along Texas coast
Washington reports a congressional committee heard plans to set up a 50 mile bombing range along the Texas coast from Corpus Christi to Houston with land acquisition and air training facilities. Brig Gen Moore said the range is badly needed for high speed aircraft and long range guns, while Rear Adm Towers hinted the navy may seek more than $45 million for related programs.
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Tours France Becomes Emergency Capital as War Reaches Cities
Refugees flood Tours on the Loire as government ministries embassies and staffs move in. Police shepherd refugees while trucks haul government records and officials along the river valley. The ancient city hosts diplomacy and evacuation amid a transitioning wartime capital.
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New Employee for Recreation Dept
William P Witt, superintendent of the city recreation department, reported in the new department budget an assistant director. The role will train teachers for playgrounds, inspect facilities, and plan new ones. Congress expanded plot training facilities in Florida and Texas, while Corpus Christian school and Towers testify about a $45 million figure.
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Revolutions listed across American and European nations
In the 1930s there were frequent revolutions in Bolivia Peru (two) Chile (two) Argentina Peru? Paraguay two movements in Salvador Cuba Brazil Greece and Siam with authorities crushing uprisings across multiple states.
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