Tucson to Consider City Buy of Light Gas Plant
City officials plan to form a council with citizens, likely including Fred Rons tadt, to negotiate acquiring the light, power and gas plant. Mayor Jaastad says the move could allow city electric service beyond Tucson, maintain current employees on civil service, and shift tax revenues if ownership changes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fred Ronstadt
Pooler
Max A. Pooler
State Corporation Commission
Tucson
Nogales
Burns and McDonnell
Kansas City
Headman, Ferguson and Carrollo
Old Pueblo
Arizona
Nesa
Williams
Janstad
Gas and Light Company
Arizona confronts budget impasse and state payroll risk
Governor Osborn and Senator Sisk express confidence a compromise will be found as funds from the federal social security board total about 300 000 yearly. The new law merges the employment director and executive director roles under Attorney General Joe Conway. Arizona asserts sovereignty amid payroll and legislative session questions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Osborn
Sisk
Federal Social Security Board
O. M. Powell
Federal Board
Washington
Lewis Irvine
G. B. Donaldson
Atty
Joe Conway
Arizona
Petain Warns Against Communistic Influence in Speech
In a radio address from Vichy on the anniversary of his rise to power and France’s armistice request, Marshal Henri Philippe Petain urged confidence and warned against Communist propaganda. He urged unity, saying France remains a glorious nation and must endure hardship to emerge from darkness.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Vichy
France
UPR
Henri Philippe Petain
Radio Highlights and Network Listings for Western Stations
Readable segments list station kilocycles and networks for KFRC to KSL, with program notes on KTUC KVOA and KVOA shows. Includes contemporary history news slots and announcer lineups such as Ginny Simms and Kay Kyser band discussion segments.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ginny Simms
Kay Kyser
Frances Scully
KVOA
KTUC
Nightly Radio Schedule Highlights From 6 to Midnight
A detailed list of tonight’s network programs across stations KGO KNX KFRC KVOA KTUC KFI and others. Includes Hollywood glamour Fibber McGee Bob Hope Grand Central Station Amos n Andy News Background Easy Aces The Battle of Sexes and European Roundup among many music and talk offerings.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hollywood Glamour
KPI
Alma Kitchell
KGO
Helen Menken
KNX
L. Thompson
KFRC
Fibber McGee
KVOA
KTUC
Bob Hope
KFI
Glenn Miller
Lanny Ross
Lum
Abner
Johnny
Wythe Williams
We, the People
Hollywood
Richard Brooks
KECA
P. Sullivan
Judy Jones
KTAR
KPO
KOA
Bob Stevens
K. Manning
Stevens and Carter
KSL
Radio Schedule Fragments Mixed with Station List
Morning and daytime radio lineup shows names of hosts and stations such as KFRC KECA KVOA KTAR KRLD KGO KTUC KFI KNX Puropean shows and program times across a Wednesday schedule. The clipped OCR ends with stray letters and parenthetical notes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Courtney
KFRC
T. Dorsey
Kaye
KVOA
Burnett
KTAR
Donohue
KECA
Hampton
KRLD
Nelson
Jurgens
KTUC
Bondshu
KGO
Foster
KFI
Martin
KPRC
Ennis
KPO
Noble
Saunders
Nottingham
King
Marshall
Strand
KNX
German American tensions rise over consulate closures and funds freeze
The United States orders close of German consulates and freezes German funds, prompting surprise in Germany. Officials weigh retaliation but may delay action, amid ongoing review of the Robin Moor incident and ongoing German inquiries into U S moves. Nine German cities host American consulates outside Berlin, with Vienna also hosting a post.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States
Germany
Berlin
Vienna
Koenigsberg
Hamburg
Bremen
Cologne
Stuttgart
Leipzig
Dresden
Frankfurt-on-Main
Munich
Robin Moor
Strikes Hamper Defense Production in AFL Machinists
Strikes remained the main labor dispute slow defense output. Strikers turned down President Roosevelt's request to resume work. Harvey Brown, international president of the AFL machinists union, urged members to a mass meeting tomorrow night to reconsider their action.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Roosevelt
Harvey Brown
AFL Machinists Union
AFL
Scientists warn humans losing sense of smell
Researchers indicate a portion of people experience reduced or altered smell perception. The claim gathers attention as sensory loss impacts food enjoyment safety and overall quality of life. Further studies are needed to determine prevalence causes and remedies.
British World War II strategic outlook across theaters
The article surveys wartime moves in Tobruk and Libya, Syria, and the Western Europe air war. It notes Wavell's likely Tobruk relief, uncertain axis resistance, a sizable German force, and strong air power based in Benghazi. It also covers Britain’s aims to cripple German industry, deny ports, and immobilize ships, with Brest raids affecting Scharnhorst Gneisenau and Prinz Eugen.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tobruk
Wavell
Hitler
Libya
Benghazi
Syria
Suez Canal
Iraq
Near East
Turkey
Caucasus
Iran
Europe
Rhineland
Ruhr
Hamburg
Channel
England
London
Scharnhorst
Gneisenau
Brest
Prina Eugen
Bismarck
Italy Blocks US Transactions Under New Decree
The decree exempts Italy from the provision while forbidding United States citizens to dispose of securities or real estate in Italy. Debits owed by US citizens including business returns and securities must be officially reported. Americans in Italy may access blocked funds only for proven necessity or other special reasons. Violations carry prison terms from three months to three years and fines from 3,000 lire to five times the involved amount.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States
Italy
Nazi news office served tourists to Germany long after ban
The office continued to operate for prospective visitors to Germany though tourism was forbidden. Its news flashes from Germany reached about 125 000 people in the hemisphere. The government order forcing German nationals from the agencies will affect nine railroad information office employees and three or four from Transocean.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Nhow
Germany
Railroads Information Office
Transocean
Funeral rites for Walter H. Trewitt in Safford
Funeral services were held for Walter H. Trewitt, 28, a Safford resident killed in a mine near Lordsburg New Mexico while inspecting a charge that failed to explode. The incident occurred June 17 and prompted tributes from local neighbors.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Duncan
Walter H. Trewitt
Lordsburg
N. M
Guatemala Opens Wooden Toy Manufacture
Guatemala begins local production of wooden toys boosting small industry and employment. The new facility marks a shift toward domestic craftsmanship and export potential.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Guatemala
Seizure of Danish Vessels Near Start of War Tactics
The article notes German and Italian ships to be seized in a port program, with six Danish vessels taken first. It cites growing friction with Rome and Berlin, mixed signals with Tokyo, and a strong protest from Ambassador Grew over bombing near the American embassy in Chungking. Navy Secretary Knox warns of grave international risks at a Canadian victory loan event.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Rome
Berlin
Joseph C. Grew
Chungking
China
Thut
Germany
Italy
Tokyo
Frank Knox
Montreal
Knox
United States
Canada
Rescue voyage details of Robin Moor crew and Mundy map
The narrative centers on Mundy who, after the Robin Moor was sunk by a German submarine on May 21, plotted a rough navigation chart from a lifeboat despite injury. Passengers recall Mundy urging the captain to spare the ship and allow safe escape, while the submarine insisted on sinking the freighter. Mundy says the submarine bore German markings and spoke with a German accent.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Robin McCullough
Robert McCullough
Robin
Ben M. Cohn
New Haven
Conn
Africa
Mundy
Colin
Robin Moor
British drive into Libya signals major North Africa push
Front reports claim British mobile units struck into Libya with 40 miles of progress near Gambut and possible occupation of Fort Capuzzo. German positions in Halfaya pass may have fallen back as Wavell eyes a larger clash with Nazi forces amid renewed North Africa fighting.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Libya
Gambut
Fort Capuzzo
Halfaya
Hellfire
Salam
Archibald P. Wavell
North Africa
Picture on the $1000 bill features Grover Cleveland
The United States one thousand dollar note displays a portrait of President Grover Cleveland. The note is part of historic currency, reflecting 19th century American leadership and monetary design.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States
Grover Cleveland
French Offense Advances in Syria Push Near Palestine Front
French forces pressed along the front from Kissoue to Derra and seized Merdjayoun, six miles from the Palestine frontier, after a large offensive. They reported capturing 100 prisoners and substantial material in the Kuneitra region. British and De Gaullist troops opened the attack on June 7.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kuneitra
Kissoue
Derra
Merdjayoun
Palestine
Girl Dies After Family Refuses Care in Gilroy
Louise Ford, 14, died in Wheeler hospital Gilroy California after her family refused medical care for a religious reason. Superior Judge William James ordered the girl moved to the hospital despite objections. deputies carried her from home to the institution with no interference from the family.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gilroy
Calif
UPR
Louise Ford
Wheeler Hospital
William James
Forested Lands Remain Substantial Part of United States
The article notes that nearly a quarter of the U S land area remains forested, highlighting the extent and significance of woodlands across the nation.
Notice of Hearing Establishment of Public Road No 604
On June 2 1941 the Board of Supervisors of Pima County Arizona received a petition to establish a 60 foot wide public road described as Road No 60 A Silver Lake Road beginning at the quarter corner between Sections 23 and 24 T14S R13E and extending west to Mission Road. A hearing is set for July 7 1941 at ten in the forenoon at the County Courthouse Tucson to decide feasibility and need and to appoint appraisers to assess damages. Objections must be filed in writing with the Board. Publication dates June 17 and June 24 1941.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Board of Supervisors
Pima County
Arizona
Tucson
R. H. Martin
G. MacKenzie
Local Business Directory Listings and Services
Readable snippets show a Tucson area business directory listing shops and services. It includes beauty shops, a beauty college, plumbing and septic services, dancing instruction, tutoring and commercial colleges, music instruction, home laundry services, seed and nursery suppliers, weedless fertilizer, painting and decorating, piano tuning and rentals, printing services, optometry, and roofing. The ad cluster features contact details, addresses, and phone numbers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Arizona College Obr Commerce
E. Congress
U. S
Star-Citizen
COX Commercial College
Southern Arizona
Stone
Ariz
Gatlin
S. Stone
Zinnias
Petunias
Warshow Nursery
N Olsen
Blackridge
Hedrick Drive
Sudan
Hegari
Mile
Atlas Sargo
Middleton Feed & Seed
N. Stone
Weedless Fertilizer CO
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Petain
Francisco
Mutual
Phoenix
KVOD
Denver
Los Angeles
Nbc-Red
S. Francisco
ECA
L. Angeles
Nbc-Blue
WBAP
Ft. Worth
Nbc-Opt
WRBAA
Dallas
NBC Red
KHJ
CBS
Albuque
Salt Lake City
Harvey Harding
Jenny
the Monroes
S. Catalina Fundr
Harold Curtis
Portia
Scattergood Baines
Dinning Sisters
Joyce Jordan
World Today
Dr. Malone
Ken Stevens
Ktuc cc
Lou Barron
Orch
Pepsi-Cola
Sunset Riders
Elmer Davis
News
Fred Waring
Knox Manning
KTUCC
Kate Smith
Pepper Young
Ma Perkins
Safford
The
Business Directory
Gil Tent & Awning Co
Willard
Congress
Drushia’'S
E. Broadway
Menlo Park
W. Spruce
J. Aurora Dobson
Mer
Josephine Beauty Shop
University Beauty Shop
Nault's
Ey Se
Guy_Webb
Encyclopedia Britannica
Hester Hunter
Dan C. McKinney
James Benefield
Frank W Ganz
Jans
Alyce Mills
School of Dance
Scott
Ochoa
Tucson School
Monarch Proto Service
P. O
Rossts S Florists
W. Sanepeas
General Repairing
Benson
Grand Austad
Home Service
Adams St
E. 5Th St
Whiteway
Reas
Adams Free Dei Mattress
Jenkins Mattress Co
Cacti Gardene
Koch
Desert Gardens Nursery
Speedway Nurseries
George W. Mock
C. W. Goff
F. S. Forman
N. Ist
W Ellis
Tucson Mitsic CO
Chase Spencer
E. 10Th St
Steinway and Kimball
Glover & Clark, Inc
Sta & Forms
Acme Printing Co
Clara M. Schell
Field's
Dave Miller
Sadio
APIO
Marsh Elec
Priser
ROH Radio CO
Miller-Rasor
Deluco Auto Radio
Tucson Roofing & Supply CO
Pioneer Flinthote
Maytag
Mann Appl. Co
Leeson Co
Wells Saw Works
Nes Tailoress
Dressmkr
Milgrim’s
Santa Rita Clars
Tucson Chemical CO
Pete
Ben
Furniture Co
Becker Bros
Forsyth Drilling Co
Mabel
J. R. Ralph
N. Maple
Monte Vista
Carl Pistor
Cor
4Th Ave
Max Krumpe
Beszentes Field
ELEAS
Rhodes
Fucson
Elias
Congress Pius Jewelers
Miss Ellis
Armory Park
Ars
Council
Fenter
Madam LA Verne
Pueblo Lodge
Ee Thompson
Marguerite’s Personal Service Bureau
Star Outfitters
S. Meyer
Elizabeth Bullock
N. Bremont
L. A
Anderson Airplane School
S. 6Th Ave
Star- Citizen
Mountain View
U. S. 80
State 83
Plain Cook
Casey's
E. Hawthorne
Pecks Manor
Avon
Husky
Withers
Jim Washington
Allen Jones
A. W. Smith
A. m
D. m
Little Bopeep Nursery
North Stone
Rivernees Opportunity Lodging House
Stone Avenue
Tucson Realty and Trust Co
Stone Ave
Oracle Rd
Barrett
San Simon
H. L. Buller
W. Congress & Court
Jacinto
Campbell
Lowell and
Citizen
Star Citizen
Podol
Arizona Daily Star
Tucson Daily Citizen
New York
Arkansas
Studebaker
Vicinity
San Diego
Memphis
Texas
Consumers Credit
FDIC
People’s Investment Corp
Murphey Realty & Mortgage CO
Tocal
John M. McBride
Valley National
Aew
W. Congress
Fox Theatre
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