90 Day Credits Clash with Johnson Act in Neutrality Debate
Washington variados debate over a neutrality bill focuses on its 90 day credit provision for belligerents. Senator Pittman says the clause would amend the Johnson Act, a view echoed by Johnson who vows an amendment. Committee refined language to limit renewals and clarify effects on shipping and air routes. President Roosevelt remarks at a Friday press conference say no public interest in related War Resources Board plans.
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German YMCA quits alliance
Geneva Sept 29 The German Y M C A which originally had 3000 branches has withdrawn from the international organization Tracey Strong American head of the Y M C A world committee said today on his return from Bern.
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International Organization
Tracey Strong
Y. M. C. A. World Committee
Bern
Jones and Laughlin Restores Six Day Week Payroll
The Jones and Laughlin Steel Corporation announced it will restore all salaried employees to a full six day week and full pay starting October 1 due to the extra work from increased business volume.
U S Refines Defense Policy On Peace Speak Out
Secretary Woodring marked the army’s 150th birthday by announcing reinforced national defenses to let the United States speak with authority for peace. He said the administration will prevent the mailed fist of Mars from pounding the Americas.
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Washington
Woodring
United States
Americas
FDR Maintains Peace Goal in U S War Plans
President Roosevelt reiterated that the United States will stay out of the European war, stressing neutrality and a peace basis for all administration moves. He described mobilization plans as annual and not for immediate public disclosure.
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Roosevelt
United States
Europe
American Neutrality Patrol
Army
War Resources Board
Weather Chronicle Amarillo and West Texas Notes
Saturday forecast tasking fair conditions across Amarillo and vicinity with warmer temperatures, Panhandle and New Mexico regions showing similar trends. Hourly readings from yesterday indicate a high around the mid 60s and a low near the upper 30s, with variable pattern across the area.
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Amarillo
West Texas
Panhandle
New Mexico
Italy Faces Red Threat in Balkans Via Vatican Italy Seeks Swifter Peace Move and Trade
Rome reports indicate Italy and the Vatican coordinating to counter Soviet expansion and protect Polish Catholic interests. Mussolini met with major business leaders to push for broader trade, aiming to replace German markets with South American and eastern Mediterranean ties. Vatican notes diplomacy toward an eventual peace conference and relief for prisoners, while pope plans return to Rome.
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Engand
Texas oil field shutdowns to continue in October
Texas oil fields will remain shut down on Saturdays Sundays and the first Mondays and last Fridays of October. The plan aims for total daily production of 1 360 563 barrels with an 84 247 barrel gap to the federal estimate and 11 idle days in October. Districts set basic allowables totaling 2 018 672 barrels daily.
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Submarine Captain Denies British Have Caught Him
Lieut Captain Herbert Schulze claimed to German U boat sinkings and to have warned Churchill of his actions. He denied being captured in a CBS radio interview from Berlin noting Churchill’s Parliament report. He said he approached lifeboats near the Royal Scepter and promised help while the crew waved.
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Herbert Schultze
Winston Churchill
Acton
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Schulze
Berlin
CBS
England
Mystery on the high seas British Navy may revive Q-boats
London reports hint Britain could revive Q-boats after World War I to lure and destroy German U boats. The article recalls Farnborough’s ruse against a submarine and the Pargust in 1917, with Q-boats employing disguises and hidden guns to sink targets.
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New York
Britain
Germany
Farnborough
Ireland
Senator Martin cites discriminatory Texas freight rates at Realty Meet
Senator Jesse Martin of Fort Worth told the Texas Real Estate Association at its annual convention that freight rates in Texas run 51 to 80 percent higher than eastern rates. He argued such discrimination raises production costs by 15 to 24 percent, drives industry away, and makes shipments from Omaha to Houston cheaper than from Wichita Falls to Houston. He noted freight density theory fails to justify higher Texas rates and discussed terminal costs as a factor.
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Neb
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Tex
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Chicago
Amarillo
Galveston
Sid Berry
Harlingen
Adams Gardens Development Corporation
Berry
Bathing sweethearts and paydays in Amarillo Want Ads
Today is a mixed day with some on half holiday and others at work. Amarillo readers are urged to place ads early in the Sunday News Globe Want Ads to maximize results. Rates offer 3 day and quick day options with pay for actual days run if successful. Deadline for regular classified ads is 6:36 PM today. late ads accepted until 9:00 PM.
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Aiter
Globe-News
Texas Retail Dollar Sales Rise in August
The commerce department reports August dollar sales of independent Texas retailers up 5.3 percent from July and 1.8 percent above August 1938. Harlingen led gains with a 12 percent increase while El Paso posted a 0.1 percent decline.
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Texas
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Commerce Department
Harlingen
el Paso
Fritz Kuhn Jailed In Default Of Big Bond
In New York, Fritz Kuhn leader of the German American Bund was jailed in default on a bond increase to 50000 dollars after failing to post 59000. A habeas corpus hearing was sought for release, with trial slated next month.
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Fritz Kuhn
New York
Bund
Kuhn
Thomas F. Dewey
General Sessions
Cornelius F. Collins
Supreme Court
Thomas Noonan
Clyde Henderson Acquitted in Will Hope Slaying
Kerrville dispatch reports 38th district court jurors acquitted Clyde Henderson, 23, in the November 5, 1938 drug store shooting death of Will Hope, 61. Hope had been free on a $10,000 appeal bond after a prior conviction and 10 year sentence for the fatal shooting of Irvin Henderson, Clyde’s 27-year-old brother.
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Kerrville
Clyde Henderson
Will Hope
Hope
Irvin Henderson
France lifts duties on horses for slaughter and meat
The American embassy in Paris informed the Commerce Department that France has removed import duties on horses for slaughter or on horsemeat to facilitate imports during wartime France.
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Washington
France
Paris
Commerce Department
Next Move May Come on Sunday
Europe awaits decisive weekend as Britain and France weigh the Soviet German peace plan. Prime Minister Chamberlain is expected to address the Commons Monday with a likely rejection, while Britain vows to continue the war until Hitler is crushed.
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Berlin
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Poland
France
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Strand
House of Commons
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Ministry of Information
U-boat Captain Recounts Sinking of Courageous Carrier
Berlin dispatch prints interview with unnamed U-boat commander awarded iron cross first class who described the attack on the British aircraft carrier Courageous. He said the crew aimed to hurt the enemy, endured depth charges, and fought a prolonged underwater battle with destroyers.
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U.P
Courageous
United States
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