Japanese Hold Up in Tientsin After British Exporter Arrest
June 11 1941 Tientsin Japan blocks British and French concessions following the arrest of British exporter G A Smith after a dispute with a Chinese policeman. British consul general moves to secure Smith’s release as tensions rise among foreigners. Reported talk of a coming showdown and possible foreign pressure, with fear of armed clash. Food shortages ease for some, while prices stay high amid siege atmosphere. Foreigners mostly confined to concessions as Britain and China grapple with crisis.
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Tientsin
G. A. Smith
Smith
Shanghai International Settlement
Herasahey
Teshric
Jap soldiers clash with Chinese police near British zone
Brit ish-Japanese tension rises as Japanese troops and a Chinese police unit attempt to occupy a closed police station inside the British defense sector. Chinese forces withdraw, but Japanese remain, sparking a prolonged dispute and regional alarms. London reviews crisis as emergency cabinet prepares actions toward Tientsin.
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Shanhal
Talendothc
30 Day Sentence For S A Man Martinez Theft Case
Martinez pleaded guilty before Judge McColhan Burnett to a theft charge involving the loss of merchandise from a street shop on May 31. He received 80 days in county jail after the plea. The case lists Schultze as the address reference at 107 West Commerce Street. A separate item notes the death of jazz maestro Chick Webb in Baltimore.
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S. A
Mantle
Martinez
Ustad
Als Boul Livedo Street
Ind
McColhan Burnett
Schultze
West Commeres Street
Negro
Baltimore
Chick Webb
Negra
Darlimore
Tod Topkins Duspital
Plot to slay king Carol broken in Bucharest
Police report a widespread assassination plot against King Carol of Romania. Two men were arrested for allegedly preparing explosives and grenades. a network linked to the outlawed Iron Guard was identified with several factory foremen and a priest named Grafdanu named among suspects. Government officials were reportedly targeted, with news suppressed as authorities prepared to move on hundreds of prisoners.
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Bughares
Ammnunition
Constantine Frouen
Nikolas Coster
Graldavu
Tost Rinckitz
Maidavia
Grafdanu
Ton Grajadani
Bucharest
Armand Calinereu
Grigore Gofenen
Pleb
Gael
Van
Twenvy-Ive Gueccauy
Feorusty
Calhiesen
Jritsia
Iran Guard
Gornelly Codreanu
Rimanin
Hitler
Is Aysistanta
Tomart
Fisherman Tells Bear Story in Idaho River Encounter
WALLAGE Idaho June 18 Bishenney Wilfane Kirby recounted witnessing trapper Andrew Erickson battling a black bear along the Luensa River. Kirby said Erickson fought the animal off with a butt of hits, then escaped through brush after the bear ra to captured the animal.
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Wallage
Idaho
Erickson
Kinny
McKie & Hwman
Weather Plays Hot Trick in Milwaukee
Milwaukee weather officials reported a sudden temperature rise as a shift in wind moved through the city. The readings at 8 p.m. showed a rapid jump, with instruments registering a noticeable warmth despite earlier cooler conditions.
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Milwaukee
Yglne
Rank H. Coleman
Milwalkes Weather Bureau
Filton Minn
Arbitration Plea Filed by Pecan Workers in San Antonio
San Antonio pulp and pecan workers petitioned for arbitration under their contract with the Souther Pecan Shelting company. The action seeks a binding decision after weeks of failed negotiations between the union and management.
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Navn
San Antonio
G. I
Ar Mainte
Souther Pecan Shetling Company
Hope Given Up For French Submarine Poenix
Official French communique says submarine Poenix and its crew are lost after disappearing off Cam Ranh Bay during maneuvers. Naval authorities state depth and failure of air supply hindered rescue efforts as search continues and inquiry is formed.
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Satgon
Indo-China
Poenix
Gam-Ranh
Cera
Wass
Phenix
Kavecincourt
Bahexie
Pheneix
Espoir
Saigon
Hongkoo
Manila
Cami-Ranh
Jean Become
Houcharest
Ploy
Po-Lice
Cam-Ranh
Paris
Pacis Press
Berlin
Vallar
Geenan
Boomerang City Raid Nets 38 Arrests In Medical Arts Building
A large gambling raid at a Medical Arts building led to 38 arrests including several doctors. Court actions ended with some pleas of guilty reportedly paid off, while others awaited trial as City officials and attorneys navigated rapid proceedings.
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Tidge Temple
Achher
Corporation Court
Meg
W. J. Wyeth
Calhoun
Mintry Maryetick
Legion Auxiliary Moves to Hike Members at State Convention
The Massachusetts American Legion Auxiliary approved a resolution to raise membership rolls and admitted the move for action by the national organization. The action was adopted at the state convention and sent to the upcoming annual convention for final decision.
L A Police raid targets lottery violations in San Antonio
San Antonio police with Mayor support raided an East Crecketh Street gambling house. Ten arrested for lottery ticket possession or gambling. 15 more booked as vagrants. Names, ages, and addresses listed for charged individuals. Trial dates set, police continue crackdown on illegal gambling activities.
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San Antonio
Frans Vogler
East Crecketh Street
Estyail
Esch Ene
ARK
Bookat
Agdivel
Maury Maverick
Loula Wy Ipsromb
Cres Ren
Contmeres
G. O. Savngton
A. E. ‘Toscano
Vicente Pro
Wesh Martin Street
Alberto Orazca Jr
Weat Poplar
Steec
William Love Jr
South Zarramata Street
Ject Pulian
East Grockett Street
Garrett ‘Taylor
Gibbs Streets
Charles Dhe
Figh Ennis
Dawson Stregh
Paul Jones
North Olive Street
Manuel Meredith
Nevada Street
Henry Jolmset
North Hackheng Street
Sanches
North Leong Street
Llickr Manes
Millett Tayloy
Stveet
Thimothy Thomas
Willow Woy
Prof Jarboe Predicts Continued Heat Amid Humidity
San Antonio residents face hotter dry heat with humidity 15 percent above average Saturday morning. Weather expert Jarboe notes no cooling relief soon as heat persists through the weekend.
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Piatessay
Henry Vprnne
Une
Savratinit
San Antonio
Victority
Welton
Jarvee
Willy Piaximum
Maverick Inspects San Antonio Street Projects
Mayo rary Maverick expressed dissatisfaction after a two hour session reviewing street impartment projects. Commissioner Paul Stetler, head of the department, reported the mayor supported the rock quarries gravel oils and street projects discussed Friday.
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Maverick
S. A
Paul Stetler
Stoller
Stinel
Cargo Tie Up Hits San Francisco Bay Handling
Cargo operations in San Francisco Bay were halted today as the Walkfront Employes association suspended relations with the Ship Clerks association over handling of all cargo. Only tugboats and firefighting gear remained active while workers protested ongoing conditions.
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San Francisco
Ban Francisco
Ship Clerks Association
Walkfront
At & A. m. Hoday
San Francisco Bay
Forks
Anglo-Jap Dispute Deepens in Far East Crises
Dispatches report a four day stand off with blockades near British and French concessions as tensions rise. Britain blocks, food prices rise, and emergency cabinet talks advance potential retaliatory steps amid British Japanese friction.
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Far East
Slayer of U3 dancer on block Versailles under sentence
The article recounts a brutal execution in Versailles involving Weidmann and accomplices. It details the murder of a Brooklyn girl, the assault on Miss Dex Koyen, and the subsequent capture. Weidmann, aided by assistants, was executed by guillotine after confessing to the crime. Roger Million received life imprisonment by President Leyrun.
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Versailles
Fronen
Brooklyn
Candakovel
Leopold" Gestoneeax
Weidmann
Leopoldt
Anni
Welimenn
Tha Sackhei
Brookyn
Dex Koyen
Daurer
Woldmand
Gila
Fean de Koyen
Wella
Pita
Pashal
Uve Blak
Torney
Vincene de Molo Giafferi
Winn
Ana
Weidmann Lo
Weidman
Auburban
St. Cloud
Roger Million
Leyrun
No More Fish for Adolphe Menjou
Hollywood reports Adolphe Menjou ate boneless fish then suddenly choked his wife Ty Teasdale reported she was choking on a bone. He rushed to a hospital where doctors found no bone or obstruction in his throat. Menjou swore he will avoid fish forever.
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Adolphe Menjou
Hollywood
Adolphe Menger
Vetree Teasdale
Menjou
Gunnison Forest Fire Sweeps East Threatens Rocky Mountain Chain
Fire crews battle a major forest blaze sweeping east from Gunnison into Colorado, with other wildfires in New Mexico and nearby states complicating efforts. Officials warn of spreading flames and potential evacuations as crews fight through rugged terrain. Contemporary reports indicate extensive damage and ongoing containment actions across the Rocky Mountain region.
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Gunnison
East Lake City
Rocky Mountain Country
Colorado
Upbeardt
New Mexico
Arizona
Wyoming
Rancher Patrol Formed on Border Aims to Stop Rustlers
Mexican Consul Francisco Tapia said border officials in Fiedras Negras and Jimar are coordinating with ranchers to form a patrol against cattle rustlers. In two weeks, rustlers drove stolen American cattle across the Rio Grande and were seen in northern Coahuila.
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Francisco Pali
Tapia
Tern
Fromte Jiiary
Fiedras Newnes
Newspaper Ads Get Bank Backing
Washington June 17 The Federal Home Loan Bank renewed that newspaper advertising was the favorite and most effective medium of savings, building and loan associations across the country, asserting its value for attracting and informing customers.
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Washington
Federal Howe Loan Bank
Louk
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