Surrender of Hess Seen as British Benefit to Nazi Fall
Diplomatic circles in Washington and London assessed Hesss flight to Britain as a potential boost for German morale or a calculated gamble by Berlin. Both German and British accounts disputed Hesss sanity while stressing the event signals a rupture in Nazi leadership and loyalty, with observers puzzling over the timing and implications for future German policy and Allied security.
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P T A President Serves Two Schools
Mrs. H. P. Rieden was named president of the Parent Teacher Association serving Tediced and Crockett Elementary schools. She received a gold medal honoring her service with two awards for her work at the two schools.
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Flight Show At Montreal Sees Nazi Claims From Strasser
May 13 report from Montreal quotes Otto Strasser of the National Socialist movement alleging Rudolf Hess and others sought to overthrow the Nazi leadership. Strasser asserts Goering would gain power and predicts dire fates for Goebbels and Himmler as events unfold. He positions Goering closer to Russian aid and industry, while claiming Hitler's inner circle maintains ties with the regime.
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Wreckage Photos Hint at Damage in Luftwaffe Flight
London reports show photographs of a Messerschmitt fighter wreckage with the tail punctured by bullets. British sources question whether pursuers caused the damage as Rudel supposedly fell in battle.
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Wife stunned by Hess flight and baby news in Berlin
Berlin reports state that the wife of former Deputy Nazi leader Rudolf Hess is described as completely stunned by his flight. Hess and his wife have a baby son, with official circles declining to disclose their whereabouts.
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Parachutist Captor Surrenders to Scottish Farmer
A German prisoner, No 3 Nazi, posing as a distressed paratrooper, landed near a Scottish farm. He surrendered peacefully to David McLean, who sheltered him, treated an ankle injury, and later assisted authorities as the man asked for water and spoke of his family and tiny son.
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Blackmail Hinted In Hollywood Sex Trial Proceedings
Los Angeles reports reveal attorneys telling a grand jury about money demands tied to a Hollywood sex case. The proceedings involve Miss Sylvia Hamalaine and Miss Virginia Lopez with testimony naming figures linked to actors Lionel Abwill and Eugene Frenke, while Eddie Larue pleads guilty to a lesser charge. A grand jury considers disrobing at parties and related attacks, with judge limiting certain questions.
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Hess shadowed Hitler in rise of Nazi power and war
The obituary recalls Rudolf Hess as Hitler’s devoted deputy and key figure in the Nazi rise. It notes his close ties to Hitler, influence within the regime, and role in enforcing loyalty, including oath administration, while highlighting his disappearance after the war and his family.
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Japs Shocked by Flight of Hess
Tokyo reports shock across officialdom at Deputy Rudolf Hess flight to Britain. Semiofficial outlets Ashal and Nichi Nichi Nichi reflect diplomatic strain and Axis partner tensions. Attaches at the German embassy show disturbance as Tokyo's German community grows uneasy about Reich crisis and potential shifts in leadership.
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War News From 25 Years Past Across Fronts
One year ago today German assaults flare along the Somme and at Verdun as British and French troops halt Geersast drives north of the Somme. German forces claim savage attacks in Belgium near Rotterdam. British claim steamship Erekin seized near an American port. Prime Minister Churchill wins overwhelming confidence votes in Parliament. Queen Wilhelmina lands at Lae to shield a warship and support the war effort.
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Snake Bite At Dude Ranch Hospitalized Child
A four year old girl at a ranch was bitten by a snake while visiting relatives. She was treated for the bite at Robert C. Green Hospital and later transferred to San Antonio for additional care and immunization. The snake reportedly surfaced from its hiding place after being disturbed by her brother.
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German-Italian forces extend occupation into Yugoslavia and Greece
Rome reports Italian and German troops have extended their occupation east from the Albanian frontier into Yugoslav and Greek areas. The advance reaches Prizren, Telovo, Voskop, and Kicevo in Yugoslavia while Epirus, Acatanea, and Aetolia are said to be under control in Greece, outlining a broad front along roughly 140 miles of coast.
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Funeral Held for San Antonio Area Boy
Funeral services are held for Bandera boy J Sanders A May la-Pat, son of Mr. and Mrs. Alvin Clark, who died in San Antonio Saturday. The family reported the boy will be buried Monday after services.
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Von Papen Returns to Turkish Post in Ankara Visit
German Ambassador von Papen arrives in Ankara renewing ties amid a tense trip to Berlin. The official's exchange with Turkish authorities signals continued diplomacy as postwar Europe realigns.
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Axis Steps Up Africa Drive Rages In Tobruk Fight
Rome dispatch reports Italian and German forces engaging in a lively action with British units in North Africa around Tobruk and Sidi Sina. Claims of bombings hit Tobruk causing destruction and disruption of supply depots as Ethiopian resistance under pressure continues amid Shara difficulties.
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British Columns Drive in Ethiopia and LA School Board Meeting
Two British columns moved toward Amba Alaji from the south and a northern force neared after trapping about 88,000 Italian troops. In the south the British reportedly occupied the last target in the Wa…da district. In Los Angeles Heights, teachers were re elected at a school board meeting.
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