13 Sep 1939
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Newspaper
The Pocatello Tribune
Location
Pocatello, Idaho, United States of America
Date
Sep 13, 1939
Page
1
Budapest dispatch reports a German death by own action corps parachuting into Poland to locate Polish bases, airports, and war supplies. Captured troops described missions to cut lines ahead of Feldheer columns, with locals urged to capture jumpers alive and watch at night.
More than 200 survivors arriving aboard the freighter City of Flint tell of horror at sea as they crossed the Atlantic. They describe seeing a submarine periscope and torpedoes after the Athenia sank, with passengers noting crowding and improvised medical aid on arrival in Halifax.
Weather bureau reports minor rainfall of .01 inch at the airport though residents say storms produced more than a half inch. Observers note one-quarter to one-half inch fell before 8 o'clock and anticipate continued rain.
Kenaz Huffman Jr., 18, son of a Denver attorney, pleaded guilty in district court to malicious mischief for placing a home-made bomb that exploded under a street car last Thursday, injuring nine. Judge Robert W. Steele warned of possible one year jail term, granted probation time, and Huffman was released to his father.
Ray Wilson, 5, of 707 North Arthur was injured when struck by a car driven by Andrew Speer, 422 North Garfield, Wednesday afternoon. Police say Wilson ran in front of the car. Speer could not avoid the collision. Ray was taken to General hospital where Dr. O F Call treated bruises and minor abrasions.
Police report Sid ney Cook, poundmaster, fell near his home on Wednesday and suffered an injured back. The full extent of injuries has not been determined.
The forecast calls for partly cloudy conditions tonight and Thursday with scattered showers in the southeast portion. Cooler temperatures are expected tonight.
Report details 27 ships sunk in 11 days of combat with Britain bearing over half the losses. Casualties include 181 known dead. Belligerents Britain 16 ships, France 1, Germany 6. neutrals Netherlands 2 ships, Greece 1, Finland 1. Totals reach 131,259 tons lost, excluding cargoes.
Edwin C Walters and Park Powell were arrested Tuesday on intoxication charges and arraigned Tuesday afternoon before Justice of the Peace William Hinckley. They received 60 day sentences with judgment withheld provided they leave the county.
Local supporters plan caravans to Twin Falls to back the Pioneer league pennant chase of the Cardials. Joe Jenkinson of the Elks lodge coordinates, arranging rides and contact numbers for participants.
In Pasadena California police report two long time friends from Phoenix died after a quarrel. W F Neail 64 a wealthy retired druggist and his guest Jackson Moore 60 former Phoenix police chief were found dead. Moore was shot with a shotgun by Neail who then killed himself in Neail’s 10 room mansion.
The telegram from Ambassador Biddle details German air force attacks in Poland, including bombings near Warsaw villas and a refugee train. It cites a hospital train hit, a sanatorium destroyed, a girl guide hut with twelve deaths, and a defenseless village bombed within 11 a.m. casualty reports.
Philadelphia report says the Pennsylvania and Reading railroads will boost their personnel to handle rising business volume. The disclosure follows yesterday’s Baltimore and Ohio railroad move to recall 80 furloughed workers to shops in Baltimore Cumberland Dubois and Glenwood.
Tonight's scheduled game between the Lewiston Indians and Pocatello Cardinals was at risk as rainfall threatened play. Infield was fair to good late this afternoon with only a few outfield spots wet. Further updates on the game's status were available by phone at 2368.
Cleveland rallies past New York 9 to 4 as Bob Feller dominates with three hits allowed through eight innings and falters only in the ninth. Ruffing and Chandler shadowed, Rosar adds the Indian runs in a decisive victory.
Dr Gustav Egloff of Universal Oil Products says Germany will lose the European war due to lack of anti knock gasoline for fighters. He notes the US leads in aviation fuels, while Germany relies on coal derived gasoline that lowers speed and endurance of aircraft.
Two witnesses testified for plaintiff in a two day old injunction suit brought by Adolph Reichert owner of Rainbow cabins against the city of Pocatello and the Sacramento Baseball club sponsors of the Pocatello Cardinals. Elaine Lee and George Croshaw described noise from the ball park and lighting effects impacting the Reichert property, with balls clearing fences during Pioneer league night games. Judge C J Taylor indicated the case would not finish before Thursday night as five more witnesses including Reichert and his wife are to testify.
AP guide offers pronunciations for Polish locations used in today’s war coverage. Names include Przemyśl Poznań Radom Kutno Modlin Białystok Łódź Lwów Toruń Gniezno Inowrocław with phonetic renderings to aid readers.
AP dispatch from Cernauti reports Polish financier Eugene Kwiatkowski and 10 officials arriving near the frontier with Romania. The Romanian ambassador to Warsaw and staff also entered Romania at Cernauti.
Bannock county 4 H and Future Farmers opened exhib its and contests early Wednesday, with girls competing in nutrition canning and dress modeling while boys show project stock and judging events at the county fairgrounds north of Pocatello. Official opening is Thursday morning as the eighth annual fair unveils new buildings and attractions and expects livestock entries from Oregon Town and other intermountain states. The full program runs Thursday to Saturday featuring horse pulling, carnival attractions, midget auto racing, baby Idaho of 1939, rodeo, music by the Gate City band and the fireworks finale "Dewey at Manila."
In the House of Lords Foreign Secretary Lord Halifax warned Germany that Britain would act to protect civilians if open Polish towns, markets, or villages become battle zones. He called the German army command's pledge to break resistance in such places with all means a potential violation of Hitler's September 1 speech promising not to target women and children.
A compact retrospective marks a quarter century since a notable event, recalling key moments, figures, and shifts shaped by that period and its enduring impact on the community. The column highlights memories, milestones, and local connections tied to the era.
In September 1914 German retreat from the Marne ends as the battle of the Aisne unfolds. Belgian and German forces clash between Aerschot and Malines as the campaign deepens.
The Tribune touts its war reporting as accurate and timely by coordinating conflicting wires from Europe and the high seas. It highlights its editing, speed, and proximity to events in Pocatello, promising readers close to actual happenings each evening.
President Franklin D Roosevelt announced an extra session of Congress to meet at noon September 21 1939 in Washington. He aims to limit debate to repeal of the arms embargo clause while some senators urge full discussion.
On his 79th birthday General John J. Pershing urged Congress at its forthcoming session to provide funding to reach full peace strength of 280000 in the regular army and 424000 in the national guard. He spoke from Walter Reed hospital as he undergoes a routine checkup and monitors Europe while recovering.
Adolf Hitler toured the Polish front north of Lodz in a second war-front visit. German accounts claim intense fighting and an encirclement attempt involving large enemy forces.
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