Four Men Die In Daring Sing Sing Prison Break
OSSINING April 14 Two long term convicts shot their way from Sing Sing infirmary in a bold escape that killed a guard and a patrolman and wounded another. Riordan and McGale, both serving robberies, and John Waters were later tracked to Hood Mountain in Palisades Park before being captured across the Hudson. The manhunt drew in 250 officers, coast guard vessels, a state plane, and notable witnesses including Helen Hayes and Maxwell Anderson.
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War news reports Axis thrust into Egypt and Balkans
Axis forces crossed into Egypt after capturing Fort Capuzzo and advanced toward Saloum and the Suez route. German and Italian troops pushed through Greece and Yugoslavia with heavy fighting near Durazzo and Skoplje, while Romania and Soviet signals tied to Japan added to the global war picture. Roosevelt lifted the Red Sea ban on American ships provoking threats from Vir gi nio Gayda. See WAR Page 2.
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H. R. Smith Renamed Amarillo City Manager
H R Smith today was re appointed Amarillo's city manager in a unanimous vote on Commissioner No 1 R H Epperson's motion. The ceremony marked the first action of the new administration led by Mayor Joe Jenkins with the oath administered by Lowell Munday.
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Easter Weather Forecast and Wind Storm Report
Mr. Collman predicted pleasant Easter weather, but a fierce Saturday night wind peaked at 66 mph ripping roofs and fences. Rain followed, soaking a wide Plains region including Amarillo and Lubbock with varied rainfall, while tonight should bring cooler, fair conditions and a low near 49.
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Dallas Man Drunk But Not Intoxicated Incident
A 27 year old man in Dallas was arrested after his car hit a parked vehicle. Hospital tests found him not intoxicated, a second test soon after also showed no intoxication. He said sedatives had made him drunk enough to drive. Authorities then released him.
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Best Angler Didn't Even Have License
Hamden Conn opening day saw a top catch by a placid angler who fished without a license. Envious club members watched a blue heron in the stream as the bird repeatedly struck water, matching the fish frenzy with each plunge.
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O Daniels Seeks Senate Seat Tied to Texas Legislature Votes
Governor W Lee O Daniel said he would consider a U S Senate bid if legislative action on five topics proves favorable He tied his decision to fiscal reform taxation social security and education funding while cautioning against resigning to accept an appointment The notes indicate a special election would decide the seat if he pursued office with public demand.
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U S Refuses to Recognize Danish Minister Recall
The United States rejects Denmark’s recall of its Washington minister Henrik De Kauffmann saying Denmark acted under German duress. Secretary Hull notes the U S continues to recognize him as Denmark’s duly authorized minister and hopes for Denmark’s speedy liberation. Chaplin Faces 5 Million Suit Over The Great Dictator Claim.
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Fleas Deftly Manage De-fleaing By Kingston Monkeys
Kingston, April 14. Municipal monkeys show clever fleas control, with keepers noting some hold lit cigarette ends to flea torments, others burn hands on stubs while visitors are asked not to feed them.
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Sumners Denies Targeting John L Lewis Over Labor
Chairman Hatton W. Sumners of the House Judiciary Committee said he was not looking over John L. Lewis shoulder at organized labor when he spoke of sending men to the electric chair if necessary to preserve America.
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