Midway battle reshapes Pacific with two armadas routed
American forces claim victory at Midway ending a three day battle that destroyed or damaged a large portion of the Japanese fleet. Admiral Nimitz reports heavy Japanese losses while U.S. units including Flying Fortresses and Marine aviators played decisive roles. The clash, hailed as a turning point, followed air and sea assaults near Midway, with details to be continued on Page 12.
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Fronts Attacked as German Drive Resumes in Ukraine and Crimea
World War II fronts report renewed German pressure at three major points. Kharkov in Ukraine and Sevastopol siege faced large scale actions as Luftwaffe and ground forces renew summer operations. Soviet dispatches claim heavy losses for Germans, while air battles claim dozens of planes shot down and extensive anti aircraft actions. In Russia, fatalities from a horse kick injury were reported in Denison.
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Tax Hike Set On Cigarettes By Congress
The House Ways and Means Committee voted to raise federal cigarette taxes from 6.5 cents to 7 cents per pack, aiming to generate about 65.5 million dollars. Chairman Doughton outlined tentative plans to lift the 2.25 per thousand tax to 3.50 and to study a differential between 10 cent brands. The panel also considered treasury requests to boost taxes on cigars and smoking tobacco, targeting roughly 46 million dollars more. Experts said higher duties could push total tobacco tax revenue toward 153 million dollars, with further increases discussed.
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British Lose Bir Hacheim in North Africa
Axis forces claimed to have captured Bir Hacheim in southern 60 mile British defense zone in North Africa after several days of heavy resistance. Free French defenders reportedly repelled multiple assault attempts though confirmation lagged. If true, fall would ease Rommel's supply pressure on the British left flank but not alter the overall campaign view.
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Confederate Fund Getting Too Big in Texas
Texas' Confederate pension fund has grown enough to pay pensions for all old soldiers and widows, and will continue to accumulate until the legislature acts. The fund is supported by a 7 cent tax on the $100 assessed value of all property, part of the regular state property tax, Attorney General Gerald Martin said.
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FDR Signs Small Business Bill for War Plant Financing
President Roosevelt signed the small business bill to aid war effort by creating a war plants corporation with a 150 million dollar revolving fund. The measure aims to boost participation of small plants in production and financing for war needs.
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U N Fliers Sink Ninth Enemy Sub
Allied airmen in the southwest Pacific reportedly damaged and possibly sank a Japanese submarine off the coast. MacArthur HQ said a reconnaissance unit was seriously damaged and probably sunk an enemy sub. Australia’s Army Minister Francis Forde urged stronger defense and warned against overreliance on the American ally.
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Indicted Texas Nazi Held in El Paso Jail
Dr. Wolfgang Ebeli, a German born physician, indicted for espionage in Hartford Connecticut and El Paso Texas, is detained in El Paso awaiting removal order. His citizenship, granted three years ago, was revoked in federal court after earlier indictments in January and April.
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Draft Head Gives Comic 5-B Name
DENISON June 11 George Kuan chairman of the Denton selective service board says the latest classification is 5-B which covers men with baldness buck teeth, ulges, buntons and bridgework.
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Vengeance Vowed In Czech Deaths
London reports a formal note from the Czechoslovak government pledging vengeance for German reprisals after the assassination of Heydrich. The toll rises with 306 confirmed Czech deaths and Lidice destroyed, as Berlin broadcasts claim 483 residents were killed and the village wiped from the map. Massive purges and retribution are described as ongoing.
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Shooting Down Japs at Midway Marines Keep Word
Soldiers praise Marine pilots and ground troops in Midway battle, recalling acts of gallantry and coolness. Army aviators recount a low level strike under heavy anti aircraft fire and fighter opposition, highlighting a Marine pilot who sacrificed his ability to fight to stay above water and shoot down two Zero fighters. Continued on page 12.
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Army Opposes Recap Plan
Washington June 11 Under Secretary of War Patterson rejected a Senate plan to recap tires to power 2 200000 automobiles. He said the War Department strongly opposes extensive recapping using new and reclaimed rubber, stressing military needs over civilian supply to win the war. The army and navy require a steady rubber allotment for equipment and operations.
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OPA Ceiling Rule Bulletins Arrive For Dallas Fort Worth
The Office of Price Administration announces that ceiling rule bulletins explaining price limits are available by writing to the state OPA in Fort Worth or the Dallas regional branch. L L Sisk, region information officer, says retailers can obtain the explanatory booklets.
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Held for Robbery in Local Holdup Case
A man is held for investigation by deputy sheriffs after a reported hold up at 219 Huntington Street involving George Caga Hoya. Police secured the suspect Thursday and continued inquiries into the robbery allegations.
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Forecast for San Antonio and East Texas Weather Summary
Forecast shows thundershowers in San Antonio and vicinity Thursday afternoon and night with continued warmth. East Texas expected scattered thundershowers Thursday afternoon and night in eastern and southern areas, excluding the lower coast, with little temperature change and moderate to fresh coastal winds.
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Britain and Russia Sign 20 Year War Pact
London announced a 20 year mutual assistance treaty between Britain and the Soviet Union aimed at opposing Nazi Germany. Eden and Molotov signed on May 26 after talks in London, with U.S. officials kept fully informed. The pact pledges economic aid after the war and mutual obligation not to join any alliance against the other, though it omits a guarantee of Western frontiers.
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Landlords To Register In Defense Housing Areas
Washington June 11 The Office of Price Administration announced that landlords of houses apartments flats and similar dwelling units will begin registration June 15 in the first two defense rental areas. Registration must be completed by midnight July 1 or face penalties up to 5000 fine or one year in prison. San Antonio and Bexar County were named in the second group of defense housing areas. Local registration for rent is expected to start early July.
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Chinese Attack In Heavy Battle Near Klangsi Province
Chinese forces clash with Japanese near Tsungjer in Klangsi province, pressing from the east toward Chektang. Tokyo reports imply Japanese gains near Teng and Nanchang, while the Chinese hold the walled town of Chuhsien and fight along the Chengshan and Chektane fronts.
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FDR Promises to Molotov and Second Front Talks
United States and Britain announced a far reaching understanding with the Soviet Union on urgent wartime tasks including opening a second front in Europe and speedily increasing supplies of war matériel. Molotov visited Washington with talks stressed unity on postwar peace aims and mutual cooperation, while announcing a 20 year mutual assistance treaty between Britain and the Soviet Union.
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