Britain Seizes Iceland to Block German Reach
London May 10 Britain declared protective custody over Iceland to deny Germany a northern base. Iceland remains under British protection until hostilities end, with no expected German civilian resistance. The move preserves administration while using Iceland as submarine, air, and seaplane base for Allied operations in the north Atlantic. Iceland covers about 40 000 square miles with 219 000 residents, located 200 miles from Greenland’s coast.
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Dental Chief Walter Richardson Dies at 64
Worcester Mass May 10 Dr Walter H Richardson 64 world war chief of the US army dental service died at his home yesterday. He led the dental service during wartime and was a key figure in military dentistry. He served with distinction and leaves a notable legacy in medical corps history.
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Italians Accept German Invasion as Allies Lament Swift Defeat
Rome reports Italy accepted the German invasion of Belgium the Netherlands and Luxembourg as a new Allied setback. Newspapers ran headlines declaring Allied defeat in swiftness while Rome saw feverish diplomatic activity with ambassadors visiting the foreign ministry. The Belgian ambassador met the foreign minister as the United States ambassador was summoned to the Ghiano palace. The U S embassy warned Americans in Rome to stay put, and Rome kept out of war for now.
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Pontiff Grieved by New Invasions In Europe
Rome May 10 reports that Pope Pius XII said the German invasion of Belgium the Netherlands and Luxembourg had shocked and deeply grieved him. He singled out Belgium’s King Leopold as one of the most devoted Catholic rulers today.
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Germany Warned on Civil Bombings
London reports Britain and France warned Germany of possible action in response to bombings of civilian populations. The two governments publicly stated they reserve the right to take any action deemed appropriate if such attacks occur.
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Red Cross Calls for War Aid Drive
Washington May 10 The American Red Cross announced a 10 million dollar war relief drive to fund expanded aid as the European conflict widens into Belgium the Netherlands and Luxembourg. Chairman Norman H Davis urged quick generous contributions to local Red Cross chapters to alleviate anticipated suffering of women children and the elderly.
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Britain Invasion Rumor Reported From Bucharest
A Bucharest dispatch claims military circles received a report that Nazi forces plan an English invasion using sea sleds with aviation motors and small guns, aided by warplanes from Norwegian bases. The document says 200 pocket submarines and sea sleds are ready five miles off the English coast.
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