Reds Report War Front and Independence Day Appeal
A Soviet dispatch reports heavy fighting with the German forces on the Eastern Front, noting large tank clashes and territory penetrations toward Kaunas, Grodno, and Brody. Concurrently President Roosevelt calls Americans to re dedicate themselves on Independence Day to defend and perpetuate the rights expressed in the Declaration.
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Rededication and exaltation near Independence Day address
The piece praises a national defense rededication festival invoking liberty and unity. It notes potential Independence Day remarks from the president, though the White House has not confirmed any speech. The tone urges Americana to renew faith in the nation’s blessings due to past sacrifices and efforts.
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Americana
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Leahy Seeks Soviet Talks in France for Second Day
United States Ambassador to France Willingham B. Leahy reported a second discussion with Soviet Ambassador E. Bogamolov in three days. The talks followed a leaky line from unrecorded discussions and touched on broader diplomatic tensions between the two powers.
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Weather Forecast for San Antonio and vicinity
Mostly cloudy Wednesday with high around 80 and scattered thundershowers. Northeasterly winds moderate. temperatures near 70 Thursday morning and around 60 Thursday afternoon. A high of around 72 Wednesday, with low around 12 a year ago. North Texas coast sees clouds and thundershowers midweek. gusty winds along the coast and possible thunderstorms Wednesday afternoon and Thursday.
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Leningrad under heavy Nazi air attack reported
Stockholm dispatch cites heavy German bombing of Leningrad with extensive fires. Reports from Helsinki note Russian naval guns at Hango firing west, implying northern battle activity near the Gulf of Finland.
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Daniel Delays Judge Selection
Political spotlight edges toward the Thirty-seventh District bench vacancy after Judge Harry Howard. Governor O'Dante delays naming a successor as rumors mount linking candidates like Pred Felty and J Matthews, with other names including McCollan Burnett John Weber and Raymond Edwards among contenders.
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Ford to Operate New Bomber Plant at Ypsilanti
Washington June 25 The Gelense Plant corporation announced today it would fund a 47 20 171 bomber factory at Ypsilanti Michigan to be leased to and operated by the Ford Motor company.
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Berlin silenion 3 baltic states and German stance
Berlin reports no change in policy toward the Baltic states and Spain amid ongoing military actions. A spokesman emphasizes local dynamics and German restraint while denying recognition shifts and downplaying demonstrations. Separate note records Elmer Stein treated for a gash at Austin campaign event injuries.
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Jones Studies British Loan Proposal Under New Law
Washington June 25 Jesse Jones federal loan administrator said the Reconstruction Finance Corp is studying a loan to Britain under a new statute. The loan would supply dollars to Britain to pay for wartime supplies in the United States without selling American securities. No amount was confirmed though some reports cited several hundred million dollars. Collateral would include mortgage investments and stock bond verifications of U.S. corporations.
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Gas Reduction in Capital Starts
Washington begins a city wide gasoline conservation program with 167,988 automobile concerns urged to cut consumption by two percent by using cars less. The effort marks the first large scale city initiative, adopting the slogan Make four gallons do what five did before.
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Sweden Grants Passage of Nazis
The Columbia Broadcasting System reported that a Swedish official granted transit rights for a definite number of Norwegian liver shipments to Finland.
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Britain Honors Envoy to Moscow Privy Council Seat Granted
London June 25 The British ambassador to Russia Sir Stafford Gripps has been made a member of the privy council the announcement from Downing Street said Gripps will return to Moscow shortly and assume his duties there The move formalizes recognition of his service in Moscow and aligns with wartime diplomatic staffing changes.
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Bulgaria Russia lines cut amid invasion news
Sofia reports communication cuts with Russia as Soviet, German Lufthansa flights partly continue. Prayega was seen in White Russian churches for relief of German troops. Local press, largely pro-Russian, condemned the government and urged communist support. Italian papers criticized Bulgaria’s stance.
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Temperature records fall as Miami reports equal highs
Miami Florida June 25. At 2 p m yesterday official temperature reached 8 degrees, tying the high for June 24. Station data showed storms and warmth typical for the period, with the day matching the month’s warmest reading and setting a new low record for June 24.
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Germany claims early war gains in Russia and the west
Berlin reports swift German advances in the first days of war with Russia and continued western front successes. Military spokesmen say air superiority is achieved, panzer forces surprise and penetrate defenses, while Soviet troops resist yet cannot halt the offensive. Finland and Hungary relations and Ukraine activity are noted.
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Three Marine Fliers Die in Honolulu Crash on Volcano
In Honolulu on June 26 a formation flight ended in tragedy as a plane struck the side of Halenkala, a large extinct volcano on Man, killing three Marines. The first victim was Willan M. Ferris of Lakewood New Jersey, the second Wermer G. Hagerman of Kansas City Kansas, and the third Clyde Story of an unavailable hometown.
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Weather Report Highlights Scattered Showers Across State
Weathertiga J. Henry reports scattered showers statewide with high temperatures near 90 on Wednesday and cooler lows around 72 Wednesday morning. Thursday morning is forecast to drop further as the heat lingers into the week.
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Three Men Entombed in Canada Mine Disaster
A fierce explosion at a Drumheller Alberta coal mine trapped three men as rescue teams worked through the night. Despite efforts to reach them, one rescuer collapsed from exhaustion and died after reaching about ten feet into the shaft. hopes of survivors faded.
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Nazis Riot Outside English Embassy in Madrid
British government protests a riot outside the British embassy in Madrid. Official sources claim the disturbance involved dozens to hundreds of protesters, reportedly staged by German actors in paramilitary uniforms, with authorities seeking calm and clarification.
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Autonet
British Bomb French Areas In Dual Channel Raids
June 26 report says APL bombers attacked across the Channel in morning and afternoon, striking western Germany as escorts clashed with fighters. Official tally lists 121 British planes destroyed in nine days of fighting, with two British fighters missing.
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Moscow Radio Plays U S Songs Amid German Broadcasts
New York reports Moscow radio aired American songs and patriotic tunes while mentioning Columbia and Germany in its broadcast. NBC noted additional American and Scottish patriot songs were played as part of the program.
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Ritalians Damage age ee British Cruiser
A wartime report claims Italian forces damaged a British cruiser off North Africa as torpedo planes attacked naval units in the North African theater. The account notes continued Axis advances and Allied responses amid ongoing battles.
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San Antonio Chamber Presses Economy Move
The San Antonio chamber of commerce directors call for an economy shift in non-defense fields. President Calvert says the chamber plans to mobilize about 600 chambers to support the economy move, urging curtailment of nonessential public works and urging Congress to review public spending in light of wartime needs.
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Finland reports renewed Soviet air attack on Helsinki
Helsinki reports bombs and fighter sweeps as Soviet raids hit Turku, Tampere, and Lahti. Finnish anti aircraft downed several planes, eight raiders shot, and protests delivered to Soviet minister Orlov while Helsinki endures alarms and fires from the bombardment.
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Ridgeway Insurance Bill Near Enactment In Debtor Groups
Austin June 25. Representative Ridgeway’s bill to permit life insurer to group debtors in bands of 100 or more was nearing final enactment. Tory factions passed versions with amendments, a free conference was appointed to resolve differences. Ridgeway voiced confidence the conference would craft a bill acceptable to both houses.
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British Shipping Losses Discussed
London June 25 Prime Minister Churchill leads a secret discussion in the commons on Britain's shipping losses and related wartime measures as authorities consider allocation of losses and strategic implications.
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