General Hugh Johnson dies after final column at 59
Washington April 15 General Hugh Johnson famed NRA organizer and caustic columnist died of pneumonia at 4:45 AM in a Washington hotel at age 59. A World War II veteran and former brigadier general, he rose to national fame leading the NRA during the recovery period and later criticized New Deal policies.
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British forces press front as Japanese ships close on convoy
A British communique reports intensified enemy pressure across the front and fierce fighting. In Tokyo a Japanese commander says warships sailed so close to the Indian coast that sailors could see hills and white forts as they closed in on the large British convoy. An eye witness claims convoy officers mistook the raiders for a British unit.
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American bombers pound Japanese shipping and bases in the Philippines
Thirteen American bombers led by Brig. Gen. Ralph Royce struck Nichols Field Batangas Port Cebu and Davao on Mindanao crippling docks and sinking a cargo vessel. One aircraft was lost with crew saved as Major Gen. Rush B. Lincoln lauds Royce's mission and its offensive impact.
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France to Form Army and Reorganize under Dentz
London sources say Gen Henri Dentz could be named to a top French army post as Paris plans a major reorganization to align with a new policy. Berlin-influenced changes and Laval’s reinstatement suggest Vichy subservience to Berlin amid talks of rethinking relations with the United States.
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Murder Charge Filed in Panhandle Slaying
A murder charge was filed in Panhandle against James O'Donald alias John Doe for the killing of A L Brake on a highway north of Panhandle Sunday night. Brake’s car was found wrecked north of Perryton. Brake had just left California en route home to Perryton to fetch his wife and three children.
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Ship Lost by Carelessness
A House naval subcommittee blamed carelessness and lack of proper supervision for the Normandie fire and sinking in New York. It said sabotage opportunities were abundant but found no intent of sabotage, noting the fire started by sparks from a blow torch igniting life preservers.
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Furr's Condition Reported Fair at Northwest Texas Hospital
C. W. Furr, seriously ill at Northwest Texas Hospital, had a fair night and is described as in fair condition today by attendants. In Seattle, April 15, reports mention Johnnie may have a new alibi for missing homework as pupils will receive only two pencils next year due to wartime shortages.
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RAF Drives Off Nazi Luftwaffe Over France Coast
British forces pressed daylong raids on the Boulogne area while RAF fighters repelled a Luftwaffe counterattack over the Dover Channel. The Luftwaffe faced extensive daylight bombardment after night raids on the Ruhr, with fires reported and enemy radio networks silenced across Paris Calais Luxembourg and Hilversum.
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Hitler bolsters defenses as RAF bombs Britain and presses France
United Press reports Hitler strengthens coastal defenses against London raids and a non stop RAF offensive. He is alleged to fear a large scale British invasion while transferring troops from occupied areas to the Eastern front.
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RAF mounts 24 hour offensive across Europe
Allied air forces launched a sustained 24 hour attack across Norway to France. RAF fighters repelled Nazi raiders near a southeast coastal town while German bombers attacked Ruhr industries. High altitude battles above the Calais coast echoed over Dover as Allied bombers struck back.
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Amarillo Chamber Nears Voluntary Budget Shortfall
The Amarillo Chamber of Commerce trails its three way voluntary budget by about 16000 dollars with 192 pledge cards remaining to match last year. Last year 543 cards brought in a 25000 dollar budget. This year 351 cards signed brings pledges within 1321 dollars of last year but the 40000 dollar budget reflects expanded activities. A list of new volunteers includes Hunsley Paint Mfg Co J W Timmons Armstrong Transfer Storage Elliott Greer Co Great West Mill Elevators S N Hatcher Sons Junkins Dry Goods Dr J B Landers North Plains Motor Freight Paramount Recreation Club Roy C Super Joe Shields Superior Mfg Co W E Wirtz Louies Alleys Panhandle Sign Display Fisk Building Business & Professional Club.
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MacArthur Struggles to Form Southwest Pacific Command
An army spokesman says General MacArthur cannot yet unify the Southwest Pacific Allied command four weeks after arriving in Australia. Prime Minister Curtin says he believes MacArthur is the supreme commander and regrets Washington has not issued the necessary decisions. Roosevelt had stated MacArthur leads all military, naval, and air forces in the region.
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Amarillo Weather: Warm and windy with mild tonight
The forecast for Amarillo and West Texas calls for continued warm conditions this afternoon and little change tonight with winds. Temperatures will be somewhat warmer than yesterday this afternoon and about the same tonight as last night, with a low around 54 and a high near 73. Noon reading today was 68.
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New Mexico Sets 40 MPH Speed Limit Statewide
Santa Fe announces a 40 mile per hour maximum in New Mexico to conserve rubber aligning with President Roosevelt's call for slower speeds. The highway commission stated the limit applies statewide to curb tire wear and fuel use.
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Mexican Masquerade Opens New Spy Serial
Cecil Carnes introduces Allan Steele in a thrilling serial set along the Lower California coast. Allan travels by sedan to San Saba where a silent town and tense guests hint at a web of espionage tied to Japan and the Pacific war. Kay presses for the full tale as danger closes in.
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