Nazis Press Paris Front as Battle for France Intensifies
A Nazi advance presses five miles from Paris with German units rotated to front lines as French air raids target German rear areas from the channel to the Maginot Line. French counterattacks report limited gains near Paris while plans discuss American air support and looming armored reinforcements.
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Refugees in Lifeboats After U Boathalted Washington Liner
The Washington liner carrying 1,029 passengers including many women and children was halted by a German submarine off the coast. Lifeboats were launched as the sub signaled to the ship to go ahead but later allowed departure. Captain Manning reported all details were forwarded to the State Department and most refugees were moved to boats before the ship resumed course.
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Ington
State Department
Weary Hitch-Hikers Find Comfort Depot in Aipion
Weary hitch-hikers find rest at a depot set up by Thomas J. Bromfield in Aipion Michigan. The resting place, a year old, sits under trees with a bench and a large adjustable painted thumb guiding motorists. About 300 hitch-hikers stop weekly seeking relief and a ride. GUIDES ASSURED Philadelphia convention guides named for June 24 by Daniel Crawford Jr of the Philadelphia Hotel Association.
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Philadelphia Hotel Association
Germans Press on Paris Front as Weygand Hold Grows Weaker
German High Command moves to encircle Allied right flank near the Marne after claiming Chalons as Paris defenses shift. Weygand aims to withdraw slowly while delaying the German advance to minimize damage and prolong resistance, with Paris declared an open town to avoid street fighting.
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France holds 36000 square miles in Western Hemisphere
International News Service reports France maintains about 36000 square miles in the Western Hemisphere. French Guiana Devil's Island is the best known possession, with Guadeloupe, Martinique, and St Pierre and Miquelon also listed as territories.
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Teter To SHIT af eine ners leye abby AS Silas Alddadieerd
Albany reports describe crossfire and shop discussions as two housewives scream and rush to the police after looting and clothesline incidents. The dispatch notes air raids and Mediterranean tensions with Mussolini asserting a “our sea” claim.
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