Registrars For Canning Sugar Are Swamped
Registrars in Elyria faced heavy sugar registration demand yesterday and today. American Women's Voluntary Services added 30 volunteers to supplement 10, reducing wait times from around two hours to under 30 minutes. Rural residents traveling to Elyria contributed to congestion, and officials did not open extra registration sites. A police presence was requested to maintain order at the center.
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Petitions Filed For Sewer Tax Referendum
City Auditor Eluworth Albert reported petitions with 2412 names were filed seeking a referendum on the Mayly ordinance imposing a sewer rental tax. Attorney Frank Wilcox for the Elyria Citizens League led the drive with The American Majority backing defeat. The Election Board approved more than the required signatures for the August primary ballot. The tax would be a minimum 0 cents per month per residence connected to the sanitary sewer, with increases by water usage.
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Elyria Citizens League
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Mexico Declares War On Axis Nations
Mexico formally enters World War II after sinking of a Mexican ship by an Axis submarine. President Manuel Avila Camacho signs a special declaration of war against Germany Italy and Japan, granting extraordinary powers for the duration.
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Mexico City
Measen
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Germany
Italy
Japan
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Vier
Weather Ollo Shower and Thandre TA Report
The fragment notes ongoing weather events with showers and rain across regions. It references a continued palm today and mentions gentle or lenient conditions amid the unsettled forecast.
Levers Get New Continuing Contracts For Teachers
The school board approved new continuing contracts for teachers under the Ohio plan. Eligible staff with three or more years of service will receive contracts, with exceptions by superintendent recommendation and board override. The action affects most teachers, with a few not yet granted contracts as the district adjusts salary credits for master’s degrees and attendance allowances.
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British Merchant Ship Torpedoed in Atlantic
A British merchant vessel was torpedoed in the Atlantic. Survivors have been picked up by a passing craft, and the Navy confirms the incident. This is part of ongoing wartime shipping dangers and naval protection efforts.
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Washington, Lyne
Totlantic
Navy
University Head To Address Ohio State Graduating Class
University leader Landix Hevis will address 266 graduates at Ely Stadium during commencement exercises planned for 7 p.m. A pre-event dinner for alumni follows at 5:30 p.m. in the Elks Marine Room with local officials and former students.
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Dr Campbell Missing At Corregidor During War Time
War department communication lists Dr G W Campbell as missing at Corregidor. The Elyria Memorial Hospital graduate joined the Army in 1941 and served in the Philippines nine months after training at Camp Davis. Hopkins family and Eleanor Jackson of Columbus notified Campbell’s mother Nellie W Campbell. Captain John Mince also noted in the wartime records remains unresolved since the Fall of Corregidor.
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Elyria
Mising
Geetze W. Camrert
Elyria Memorial Hospital
Copresides
Western Trectoe Medical School
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Tax policy clash over wartime financing and taxes
The Ways and Means committee debates how to fund the war, arguing income tax changes and new excise taxes. Treasury Secretary Morgenthau warned the panel may fall short of the administration’s revenue goal, while a sales tax remains a disputed option amid pressure to raise corporations and high income individuals.
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China Joins With U S And Britain For Postwar Pact
An early wartime report notes China aligning with the United States and Britain to sign an agreement extending lend lease and ensuring postwar collaboration, signaling a united front among major powers for economic and military aid.
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Tune 2
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Chinglistay
Claim 20 000 Dead In Cologne Raid
Reported estimates from neutral observers in Europe claim as many as 20 000 people were killed in the Cologne raid. Details on targets and casualties remain unclear as authorities assess the scope of destruction and potential collateral damage.
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Cologne
Canterbury
England
Nsea
Acme Telephatad
Lightning Strike Kills Local Man at Barn Entrance
Harvey Funk 37 of Elyria was struck by lightning near his barn when he stepped from the door. He died instantly. Survived by Vera and sons Harvey and Wayne. brothers Walter and others, with services at 2 pm at Brookdale Cemetery burial at Sudbury Curtis Funeral Home.
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Second Congregational Church
Elyria
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Navy Bomber Crashes Near Half Moon Bay
A Navy patrol bomber believed to have a seven man crew crashed in the hills east of Half Moon Bay during the early hours. At least one survivor, a reportedly wounded sailor, limped to a Half Moon Bay service station to report the incident. The wreckage is thought isolated in the San Mateo County hills near the coast.
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Cement Asbestos Water Pipes To Be Installed Here
The council approved installation of cement and asbestos water pipes on Furnace Street and Relidred Avenue after Service Director J D Faron explained the material could be cheaper. Faxon told council he secured priority for the cement asbestos pipes on Furnace Street and expected a similar port roll for other routes.
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War Summary Treday June 2 142 China Libya Russia report
Japan spearhead thrusts northward along the line toward the Hanken Railroad as forces push a core drive. Ronamel's troops continue a retreat while Kharkey battles intensify, signaling mounting activity and tension across the theater.
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China
Northsgard
President Seeks War Declaration From Congress
President asks Congress to declare war on Bulgaria, Hungary, and Romania. He argues that free nations are engaging in military actions against the United Nations and that war will align U.S. actions with allied efforts. The Senate is not in session and Capitol Hill reads the request as the nation weighs entry into broader conflict.
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Third Generation Of Terry Family Diploma to Be Given
Tom Terex of Firela High School will receive his diploma at commencement exercises tomorrow. He becomes the third generation of Terrys to graduate from the school, following his father Harold M. Terry class of 1917 and his grandfather Clayton M. Terry class of 1872. The Terry family includes Irene Terry, a board member, and Joseph Metro, mayor, among others. Continued on Page 10.
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St Agnes School Plans Sunday Commencement Exercises
St Agnes School will hold commencement exercises Sunday with eight graduates to receive diplomas. Rev Father Low Hrinel will present diplomas at the parish chapel after parish activities. Graduates include Benty William Lerensay Brela Al Schuss tre Stephens Reward Ketel Joeph Flaymond Sate Glen Edward Care Eatemt Jameu Bran Stephen Carl Kochi Arthur Joseph Becks Mary Rheabets Ketel Mariel Ann Rieda Anna Catherine Sabot
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Aler
Gratvanre Rissi
Benty Wiliam J Lerensay
Bbrela al Schusstre
Stephens Reward Ketel Joeph
Flaymond Sate
Glen Edward Care ‘Ter
Eatemt Jameu
Rommel's Army Fails To Take Tobruk
CAMO reports Allied counterattacks using 20 ton American tanks halted Rommel’s armored drive southwest of Tobruk. Despite setbacks, Axis forces were not crushed and may regroup west of the gap as British defenses hold Tobruk still resisting encirclement in the Libyan minefields near Batah.
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Yao Raye
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Bate
Eight Students At St Johns School To Receive Diplomas
Eight students from St Johns School will receive diplomas at a Sunday commencement service at St Johns Lutheran Church. Graduates include Gilda Ruth Schultz Emily A Or0h Shirley Ann Mellinger Rita Dilgren Mary Asa Nidelka James Kent Yeonne Cole and Marto Heebstr.
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Cluare Gilda Ruth Schultz
Emily A. Oroh
Shirley Ann Mellinger
Rita Dilgren
Mary Asa Nidelka
James Kent
Yeonne Cole
Marto Heebstr
Dover strike fuels new phase of Britain air offensive
Fragmented wartime dispatch describes daylight raids on the Dover Strait and Krupp works, claiming thousands of tons of bombs dropped and German targets damaged. Reports mention returning pilots and a shift to a new phase of nighttime offensive against Britain as the war continues.
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