McCormick urges occupying British islands to stop Nazi bases
Col Robert R McCormick Chicago Tribune publisher testifies before the Senate foreign relations committee that forceful occupation of Britain and French island possessions may be needed to prevent German use as bases for an American invasion. He says he would seek advance seizures and would support sending the navy first if security demands it. He also doubts Britain would deploy a large army to Africa if invaded.
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Marion Talley accuses husband of blackmail over child
In Hollywood a court heard Marion Talley allege her husband Adolf Eckstrom sought $150,000 and custody of their child Susan in exchange for silence about her alleged misconduct with seven men. Eckstrom named several prominent figures, and Talley denied the accusations while detailing alleged threats and concealment of their daughter.
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Arthur Rosenstein
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Chilly Weather Forecast With Clear And Damp Patches
Mr. Collman forecasts slightly colder air with a high near 60 today and a night low around 28. Winds from the northwest at 10 to 15 mph. Last night’s lows were 30 in the country and 36 in town amid damp air to the south and raindrops from Big Spring to nix.
Winant Nominated as New Ambassador to Britain
President Roosevelt nominates John Gilbert Winant former New Hampshire governor and labor and social problem specialist as America’s ambassador to London during this crucial period in British history.
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Ford unveils rivet welding may speed bomber production
Detroit february 6 united press Henry Ford introduces a new rivet and welding method that could cut plane assembly time by about half and push all metal bomber production toward war-ready output at his River Rouge plant. Analysts say the all metal B 24 line could see dramatic gains if standards are met.
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Not Only Confederate Money its Centerfeit
Three old fifty dollar bills were offered as a car down payment at an automobile agency in North Tarrytown New York. One bill returned from the Federal Reserve Bank of New York bore the mark N G. The note was Confederate dated 1863, valueless and counterfeit.
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Town Sinks Into Mine
West Pittston Pennsylvania faces a major subsidence as underground mine workings collapse. Affected area spans three blocks with 30 to 40 businesses and homes damaged, streets split, water and gas mains burst, and 20 families displaced. No deaths reported. one school closed as precaution.
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Army Buyers Seek To Hold Prices Down
Army buyers outline a long range purchase plan to outfit 1,400,000 soldiers this year while preventing civilian price hikes. Congress considers a 175 million dollar fund as war department officials warn retail costs rise if army buying inflates prices. Officers estimate one soldier needs eight pairs of shoes in year one and four cotton pants and four cotton shirts for spring.
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Harsh Rulings In Rumania
In Bucharest on February 6 Premier General Ion Antonescu announced a severe new criminal code for Romania. It imposes death for anti-government cartoons and 5 to 15 years hard labor for singing political songs in public. It also punishes misusing public funds with death or heavy terms and doubles penalties for Jews, Communists, and non-Romanian ethnic groups.
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Lonely Dog Rejoins Master in Army Camp
At Fort Ord California Private Everett H Scott from Chanute Kansas enlisted four months ago and his ten year old airedale Laddie will join him. Laddie suffered loneliness and grew weak after being left behind until Maj General Joseph W Stilwell heard of the case and arranged for the dog to be sent to the camp. The dog will visit the veterinarian yearly for rabies shots.
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Good Business Home Ownership Push Ad
Government aid makes home ownership easier. Read today’s classifieds for home ads and speak with an advertising broker to learn how to buy a home. Dial 6262 for Globe-News want ads. John Maynard Lumber Co. See Newby’s Wallpaper Trends.
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Americans Fight With Britain Numbered Between Six and Eight Thousand
Robert Hutchinson president of the American Eagle Club told the American Chamber of Commerce in London that there are between 6,000 and 8,000 American volunteers serving in British forces. Hutchinson, a Philadelphia native, spoke during the chamber meeting.
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Robber With Toothpaste Smile Searched In Fort Worth
Police hunt a robber who stole a parked car filled with 300 toothbrushes and claimed he can brush twice daily for five months without reusing a brush. The incident is linked to Neely-Greenhill-Lowndes Insurance and Russell Stationery Company.
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You Think You Can Drive An Automobile Quiz
A dated driving quiz presents multiple choice questions about traffic rules and safe driving practices. It tests stop signs headlight etiquette right and left turns signaling and emergency siren responses with options reflecting older transportation guidance.
Italians Flee Benghazi as British Advance Redefines Front
Reports say Italian colonists flee east Libyan stronghold as Gen Wavell’s forces press along the Mediterranean coast toward Benghazi. Greek success in Albania, British advances in East Africa, and Vichy-Petain cliques add to war turmoil.
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Airport Committee Heads for Washington Trip
The seven member Airport Committee, chosen at a mass meeting, is due back tonight after a Washington visit linked to evaluating Amarillo airport improvements as a possible defense project. Return plans were arranged by finance chairman Dean White. Dr. R. Thomsen chairs the committee.
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Amarillo Forecast Fair with Areas of Cloudiness
Weather forecast for Amarillo and vicinity notes fair conditions tonight with a low near 28 to 34 degrees and Friday remains fair. West Texas area shows more clouds and possible rain southeast, with cooler southeast Friday morning. New Mexico expected fair tonight and Friday, then increasing cloudiness to the west with occasional rain in southwest portions. Temperature extremes in the past 24 hours ranged from 36 to 64 degrees, noon reading 65.
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Santa Fe Unveils New 4-Unit Diesel Locomotive in Amarillo
The Santa Fe's 190 foot diesel freight engine, four units and 450 ton weight, expected 75 mph with 2900 tons cargo, will arrive in Amarillo at 4 30 and be shown for one hour at the Santa Fe station. Mayor Ross Rogers and President Edward J Engel will attend a KGNC radio broadcast from 5 to 5 15.
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