Allied Fight to Hold Barrier in Greece Near Thermopylae
AP dispatch describes battered Allied forces in northern Greece stalling a German push toward Thessaly and Athens. British, Greek, and Australian troops defend a new line near Thermopylae as Panzer units breach toward the plain, while RAF bombers contest supply routes and Italian forces retreat.
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Associated Press
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Leonidas
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Thessaly
Athens
New Zealand
Berlin
New York
Larisa
House Approves Pension Loan Amid Budget Debates
The Texas House approved a 1.25 million loan from the county and road district indebtedness fund to avert a $3 old age assistance payment cut, 137 to 2. The measure moves to the Senate along with tax bills and other social security funding proposals, facing sharp opposition and last-minute amendments.
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Army Expansion Brings Smile to Chief of Staff
Gen. George C. Marshall testified before the Senate defense committee that the army is developing four mechanized divisions and morale is the highest he has seen. He said the War Department has moved past earlier obstacles and that a tremendous army is developing as plans for expansion reach toward 1.418 million by June 30.
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Henry J. Kaiser
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Office of Production Management
Mount Pleasant
Utah
Northwest
California
Harry J. Twaddle
Congress
Louisiana
Roosevelt says victory rests on sustaining democracy defense
President Roosevelt told reporters the war could be won only by keeping the main defense of democracy intact and pledging no reduction in war material shipments to Britain. He warned against focusing on a single sea battle or a retreat in Greece and avoided specifics on convoys. He referred cryptically to the Delphi myth when asked about convoy protection.
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Roosevelt
Greece
Mediterranean
Anaes
England
Britain
Delphi
Johnson in Senate Race in Washington April 22
Rep Lyndon B Johnson of Texas announced his candidacy for the Senate seat left open by the death of Senator Morris Sheppard. He spoke at the White House after a conference with President Roosevelt. Further details are on Page 2.
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Lyndon B. Johnson
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White House
Roosevelt
Nazi War Flier Von Werra Flees U S to Peru
Attorney General Jackson announced Franz von Werra a German war flier who escaped a Canadian prison train fled the United States on a ten thousand dollar bond and apparently reached Peru. He ordered tighter treatment in similar cases and new enforcement at borders. Canada Britain and the U S had arrangements to intercept his escape by destroyer if needed.
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Britain
British Blow in Libya May Brighten Gloom
Churchill hints that Libyan campaign developments may shift British gloom over Greece. He refused to discuss Libya in Parliament while saying London is very accurately informed. Reports suggest British forces may shift from defense to offense in North Africa amid ongoing Greek–British resistance and a worsening Greek front.
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Roosevelt names Census Director James G Capt
President Roosevelt nominated James G Capt of Texas to be director of the census, succeeding the retired William L Austin.
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Roosevelt
James G. Capt
Texas
William L. Austin
Bargain Ad Promises Quick Classified Exposure
A sensational offer promotes renting selling borrowing and swapping with 15 word ads at $0.79 to reach tomorrow’s newspaper. The text touts a discounted rate and urges readers to phone in to start publication.
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Dial
Growing News Story Expands On Page 12
The feature article has lengthened since January 4 and now fills nearly a full column. It names 21 individuals connected to the evolving story, with anticipation over who will contribute next.
Soft Coal Talks Resume After Roosevelt Push
Negotiations over soft coal wage scales resume in New York after President Roosevelt urged immediate reopening. Dr. John R. Steelman announced independent talks in Washington while Southern and Northern operators and UMW negotiators show concessions. Separate conferences and a looming cooling off debate frame the coal stalemate.
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Detroit
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Georgia
House
Vinson
McCormack
Massachusetts
Draft Training May Be Hiked
Washington officials report a plan to keep thousands of selective service trainees in uniform for two years beyond the compulsory year. The aim is to raise land forces beyond 1,418,000 by mid 1941, with talk of bonuses and reenlistment to avoid new draft legislation. Some say regular troops would be stretched thin, prompting proposals to expand the training pool or add 400,000 from selectees.
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War Department
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Alaska
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Britain
Weather Summary for Amarillo and Surrounding Regions
Weather outlook shows Wednesday partly cloudy with variable clouds across West Texas and New Mexico. Occasional rain expected Wednesday into Thursday with warmer conditions in the north Thursday. higher elevations may see afternoon showers and rising temperatures. Reported temperatures include daytime highs near 46 to 48 and overnight lows around 35 to 40 with 0.03 inch of precipitation in the past 24 hours. Local business note: Russell Stationery Company drafting supplies.
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