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December 10, 1941
The Ypsilanti Daily Press
Ypsilanti, Washtenaw County, Michigan
What is this article about?
In a local cafe, Carl H. Mehl was punched by an unidentified man after asking him to stand for the national anthem following President Roosevelt's address. Mehl intends to press charges.
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He Gets Punched
For Patriotism
Carl H. Mehl, 312 Ferris St., reported to police that an unidentified man struck him Tuesday night in a local cafe when Mr. Mehl asked the man to stand and remove his hat during the playing of the national anthem following the broadcast of President Roosevelt's address.
Mr. Mehl, who said he intended to identify the man and sign a complaint against him, stated that as the national anthem was played, he rose to his feet. Then, he said, he noticed a man, whom he described as "a southerner," remaining seated in another booth with his hat still on his head.
Mr. Mehl said he asked the man whether he didn't think he should stand with bared head when the "Star Spangled Banner" was played. For reply, Mr. Mehl said, the man rose to his feet and struck him.
For Patriotism
Carl H. Mehl, 312 Ferris St., reported to police that an unidentified man struck him Tuesday night in a local cafe when Mr. Mehl asked the man to stand and remove his hat during the playing of the national anthem following the broadcast of President Roosevelt's address.
Mr. Mehl, who said he intended to identify the man and sign a complaint against him, stated that as the national anthem was played, he rose to his feet. Then, he said, he noticed a man, whom he described as "a southerner," remaining seated in another booth with his hat still on his head.
Mr. Mehl said he asked the man whether he didn't think he should stand with bared head when the "Star Spangled Banner" was played. For reply, Mr. Mehl said, the man rose to his feet and struck him.
What sub-type of article is it?
Crime Story
Heroic Act
What themes does it cover?
Bravery Heroism
Crime Punishment
Justice
What keywords are associated?
Patriotism
Assault
National Anthem
Cafe Incident
What entities or persons were involved?
Carl H. Mehl
Where did it happen?
Local Cafe
Story Details
Key Persons
Carl H. Mehl
Location
Local Cafe
Event Date
Tuesday Night
Story Details
Carl H. Mehl asked an unidentified man to stand and remove his hat during the national anthem after President Roosevelt's address; the man punched him in response. Mehl plans to identify and complain against the man.