Bomb Plot Targeting Republican Convention Exposed
New York Police Commissioner Valent ine charged a bomb plot aimed at the Republican National Convention in Philadelphia. A crude time bomb was found on opening day, with suspects Adolph Heller and Bernard Rish detained. Authorities said seven to eight bombs were discovered around the city and warned of further danger.
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Ferdinand A. Socha
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Hull Says Hitler Bullies Nations
Secretary Hull condemned German pressure on Latin American governments ahead of the Havana conference set for July 20. He said sovereignty must be respected and noted the United States will exclude non American nations from pre meeting discussions on Western Hemisphere defense and economic unity.
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How Will He Tell It Third Term Dilemma Looms
Washington column notes that President Roosevelt is widely expected to accept renomination at the Democratic convention next week with questions lingering about the format of his announcement. Some expect a national address while others predict a quiet reveal before the delegates gather in Chicago.
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Spanish American Club Plans Rally in Amarillo
Amarillo voters will hear a rally by the Spanish American Club at 1321 Cleveland Street at 7:30 pm. The U S citizens of Spanish descent will select a slate of candidates and hear political speeches after a brief program. The club has about two dozen votes.
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Cleveland Street
British See Russians as New Allies
In London Foreign Affairs Under-Secretary R. A. Butler told the House of Commons that Britain's policy to improve relations with the Soviet Union has grown more likely to succeed since March. Cripps in Moscow may ease tensions with Germany, while German raids press Britain from coast to coast as wartime losses rise.
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Third term issue hangs over Democratic convention
Postmaster General Farley told reporters he opposes nomination for President by acclamation at the Democratic national convention next week. Senator Wheeler of Montana predicts Roosevelt may reveal plans before Monday. Roosevelt may address the nation by radio as defense needs shape strategy.
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Japs Plan “Important” Demand After Marines Arrest Gendarmes
In Shanghai on July 11 194? Japanese sources said the Nanking government would press an important demand on foreign troops after United States marines arrested sixteen Japanese gendarmes who violated an agreement by invading the marine defense zone. Col DeWitt Peck replied to Gen Keiichi Mirua noting no apology had been issued. The Japanese army reportedly sought only an apology.
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Sheriff Rejects Black-Eyed Pea Day Proclamation
Sheriff Bill Adams said he does not plan to observe July 12 as Black Eyed Pea Day despite Governor O Daniel's proclamation calling Texans to celebrate with the tradition. Adams noted his family observes the habit on January 1 for good luck and will continue doing so.
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Cooler Spell Expected After Scorching Amarillo Heat
The weather report notes a third day of extreme heat with highs around 100 to 104 degrees. Mr. Collman predicts a cooler spell tonight and tomorrow with a maximum near 95. Showers may arrive, adding humidity, while last night’s rainfall totals ranged from trace to 0.11 inch in surrounding areas.
Archduke Otto and Actress Return to America
New York reports Archduke Otto of Hapsburg arriving from Lisbon incognito aboard the Atlantic clipper. Actress Madeleine Carroll was aboard, recounting plans to evacuate to Bordeaux with other British subjects during the fall of Paris and the bombing incident witnessed aboard a later ship.
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Housewives Give Pots for Airplanes in Britain
London July 11 British housewives rummaging attics and kitchens for aluminum ware to aid government metal drive for planes. Early returns exceed 100 tons in large cities with many pots and pans unweighed in smaller towns. Chauffeurs of wealthy families transported utensils to central depots.
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London
Weathy
Mexican Airforce Rushes Armament on 21 Planes
In Mexico City on July 11 the airforce hurried the mounting of machine guns on the final of 21 reconditioned Bellanca planes recently seized by the government. The craft, originally slated for the Spanish Republican regime, arrived too late for use in Spain. They will augment an airforce of about 200 planes.
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Water Reserve Rebuilt After Hot Day in Amarillo
Amarillo used 9.3 million gallons of water yesterday, down 2.8 million from Tuesday’s peak as a thunderstorm passed south of Sixteenth Avenue. A booster pump at Palo Duro plant was hit by lightning delaying repairs until this morning. Reservoir depth reached 17 12 feet, near Monday’s level, while repairs continued on the damaged pump.
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Hatch Bill Appears Assured of Passage
In Washington on July 11 the Hatch anti politics bill seemed set for final passage after House approval 243 to 122 with 89 Democrats 152 Republicans and two progressives in favor. The Senate would approve minor amendments before sending it to President Roosevelt and it has backing from Roosevelt and Wendell Willkie. The bill bars political activity by federally funded state and local workers limits individual donations to 5000 and caps political committee spending at 3 million. Opponents included 120 Democrats Rep Ball and Rep Marcantonio.
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Enrollees Take Out for Cookies at Camp Bullis
First drill and command exercises for citizen's military training corps enrollees were held at Camp Bullis. About 1,200 youths and 100 business men trained at their own expense starting at 8 A. M. Calisthenics and military drill followed with practice formations. A 10 A. M. recess offered soft drinks and cookies.
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All British People Pledged Against Rumor
London reports a nationwide mobilization to suppress rumor. Every man woman and child is urged into a silent column pledged to kill rumor. Talkers will be invited to contribute to charity by dropping coins into chatterboxes in public places.
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Scattered thundershowers in Amarillo and West Texas
Amarillo and vicinity report scattered thundershowers and cooler tonight and Friday. West Texas showers and thunderstorms over the Panhandle tonight and north half Friday, cooler northern half. New Mexico showers and thunderstorms east portion and central ranges tonight and Friday with cooler east and west portions. Temperature extremes for 24 hours ending 6:30 A.M.: maximum 108, minimum 68. Temperature at noon today 94. Build now John Maynard Lbr. Co.
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Tax Figures Show Business Is Better In Amarillo
Figures released by Mayor Ross D. Rogers show business tax receipts in Amarillo are stronger than in the past three years. City taxes for 1939 stand at 91.36 per cent versus 88.29 per cent in 1937, indicating improved revenue performance.
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Amarillo Bus Crash Injures Driver Involving Watermelons
A Bowen mainliner rear ended a watermelon truck near Clarendon early today, severely injuring Amarillo bus driver Fred Darby who had his mangled leg amputated. Several passengers, including Mrs. J R Dever and Charles Connal ly, sustained minor injuries while hospital treatments were needed for others. The 14,000 pound melon load was a total loss.
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Clarendon Hospital
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West Seventh Avenue
Charles Connally
Amarillo
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W. A. Owens
Dallas
Luther Nichols
Byers
Ira Roden
Hereford
B. F. Matthew
Anna Beth Matthews
Bloomington Grove
J. J. Davis
Sunset
Clarendon
Los Angeles Claims Fastest City Growth
Southern Californians touted Los Angeles as the fastest growing large city over the past decade, with a 20.9 percent gain from 1,238,048 in 1930 to 1,496,792 in 1940. The tally ranks the city fifth behind New York Chicago Philadelphia and Detroit.
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Indiana Man Picks Wrong Cop to Flee
Bloominton July 11 two state policemen pursuing Elmer Childers on a child neglect charge chased him across a field. One officer shed tunic and pistol and pursued on foot. Childers was captured and returned to custody by Officer Don Lash, a former distance record holder for Indiana University. Neely Greenhill Agey for Insurance.
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U.P
Elmer Childers
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Don Lash
Indiana University
Willkie Plans Southern Campaign Swing For Votes
Wendell L. Willkie said he would actively campaign in the solid South, planning several talks during the coming race. He was in Colorado Springs on vacation with Mrs. Willkie, resting, attending a barbecue, and scheduling a Denver conference with Colorado Republicans. Governor Ralph L. Carr predicted a strong Western win for Willkie and noted pro Willkie sentiment across New Mexico, Wyoming, Oklahoma, and Texas, while cautioning about Texas guarantees. A Panhandle Republican delegation may invite Willkie to Amarillo, with arrangements to be decided soon.
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Colo
Wendell L. Willkie
Willkie
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Colorado
Ralph L. Carr
Carr
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Lee O Daniel S Information to Dies News Archive
Governor W Lee O Daniel testifies at a hearing led by Congressman Martin Dies with the sub committee on un American activities. He personally hands over records and is flanked by Adjutant General J Watt Page and Col Gaston Howard as he seeks citizen reports of subversive activity.
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Martin Dies
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Or Else Take Roller Skates
A lighthearted note on hitch hiking vacations and common mishaps. It suggests two fixes: finding reliable cars via Globe News Want Ads Classification 68 and discovering where to obtain funds through Classification 54. For personal loans to avoid money woes, see Classification 55.
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