Two Billion Dollar Stabilization Fund Pictured as Secret Weapon
Washington officials describe the Treasury’s two billion dollar stabilization fund as America’s secret weapon against totalitarian economic penetration. The fund has recently advanced 50 million to both China and Argentina, with more such credits possible, seen as strengthening ties and reducing economic aggression from unfriendly powers.
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China
Argentina
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Civilian Ohio State Guard Forms With 250 Volunteers
In Columbus 250 volunteers formed the nucleus of a civilian Ohio State Guard to serve in emergencies. Veterans and former National Guardsmen planned recruitment as Legislature set up enabling legislation and funding for 4000 total enlisteds, with training at Camp Perry and armory companies in 73 communities.
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Court Upholds Morgan Ouster
The Sixth U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals today upheld the dismissal of Arthur E. Morgan as chairman of the Tennessee Valley Authority. The ruling affirmed prior dismissal of Morgan’s suit seeking 4583.33 dollars in salary, citing presidential removal powers protected by the Constitution. Morgan, president of Antioch College, was removed March 23, 1938 for contumacy amid clashes with TVA board members.
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Rutland Woman Dies in Columbus Hospital
Funeral services for Mrs. Lee Nelson, 41, who died Thursday in a Columbus hospital, will be held Saturday at 2 PM at Rutland Baptist Church with interment in Miles Cemetery. Mrs Nelson resided in Rutland and is survived by her husband and three daughters Edith Lambert of Logan Ethel Dilcher and Elsie Pridley of Rutland.
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Happiness Finder jailed on federal fraud charge
Eveland Appleton master, once known as Happiness for lonely middle aged men, pleaded guilty in federal court to using mails to defraud. Judge Robert Ilkin remanded him to jail until sentencing Tuesday.
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Perplexing Pup Pulls Believe It Or Not
Mrs. C. P. Waccut of Columbus reports a quirky incident with her terrier Mitzi. She says she parked downtown and locked the car, leaving Mitzi inside, then returned to retrieve the keys from an ignition lock through a partly opened window.
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C. P. Waccut
Columbus
Mitzi
Nye Heads Opponents of Financial Aid to Britain
Washington reports show Sen Nye leading a bloc against extending loans to Britain, arguing loans would draw the U S into war. Sir Frederick Phillips presented a U S resources balance sheet as talks opened with Morgenthau, while Taft and Clark criticized plans for aiding Britain.
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United States
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Hope for Continued Tobacco Price Rise
Kentucky barley tobacco growers brought their offerings to market for the last day of the opening week hoping to sustain a price upturn after the state average rose six cents yesterday. A Paris meeting of burley producers and tobacco officials is planned tomorrow to set price levels amid a short crop.
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Kentucky
Paris
Italy marks Badoglio exit as possible war turning point
The retirement of Marshal Pietro Badoglio signals more than a routine replacement. Observers note his stature in Italian military history, past trust with Mussolini, and a possible rift reflecting dissatisfaction with Italy's war alongside Germany and the current course in the Albanian and Ethiopian campaigns.
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Emilio de Bona
Il Duce
Ethiopia
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Germany
Death toll in United Air Lines crash rises to nine
Chicago reports nine dead after a United Air Lines Mainliner crash near the Chicago Municipal Airport. Florence M. Little, 23, a stewardess from Chicago, died from skull fractures and internal injuries. Pilot Capt. Philip C. Scott, 34, and Co pilot George S. Young, 30, were killed instantly. Calls grow for reestablishment of the Air Safety Board to prevent future disasters.
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Miss Little
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George S. Young
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Air Line Pilotstation
Congress
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Department of Commerce
Farm Problem Still Unsolved
Louis H. Bean of the Agriculture Department warned that national defense spending, though boosting industry, will not fix farm surpluses or unemployment. War-driven growth cannot absorb urban job seekers or reduce agricultural oversupply, and domestic demand may not offset lost foreign markets.
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Chicago
Louis H. Bean
Agriculture Department
Weekly Wages Set For Beauty Operators In Ohio
In Columbus state director George A. Strain approved a weekly wage scale for beauty operators ranging from 11.50 to 16. Full-time experienced workers in cities over 50,000 or near metropolitan areas earn 16, those in 5,000 to 50,000 populations receive 14.50, and districts with under 5,000 population receive 13. The plan varies by population and experience.
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Columbus
George A. Strain
Ohio
City Employee Draft Left to Local Boards
Clarence A. Dykstra the selective service administrator said city employee draft decisions would be left to local authorities. He told the National Institute of Municipal Law Officers that boards will treat each case on its merits and urged city attorneys to cooperate, with boards likely consulting lawyers to decide which employees deserve deferral.
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Clarence A. Dykstra
Selective Service
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National Institute of Municipal Law
Burn death of Mrs Nancy Briggs near Elyria
Mrs Nancy Briggs aged 77 died from burns after a gasoline stove exploded at her home three miles west of Elyria. The accident occurred in the morning and details indicate she sustained fatal injuries from the blast.
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Nancy Briggs
Here
Burglar Sought After Pawnshop Hold Up in Cincinnati
Police seek a Negro gunman who cowed three men in a west end pawnshop and fled with a quantity of goods. The incident occurred today as officers investigated the robbery and reviewed station notes for suspects and vehicle details.
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West End
Owens Invited To Testify at Blast Inquiry
Columbus reports John Owens district head of the CIO United Mine Workers was invited to testify at a public hearing to determine the Cadiz mine blast cause that killed 31. George A. Strain state director of industrial relations said hearings could start Monday with three to four days for testimony. He noted publication of an inspector report is barred by law, though he questions withholding records.
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John Owens
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Cadiz
George A. Strain
Strain
Higher Temperatures Rains Predicted in Ohio Valley
Extended weather forecast for the period from 7 30 p m December 6 to 7 30 p m December 11 calls for general rains early and again mid period in the Ohio Valley and Tennessee region Warmer on Saturday and warmer middle of the period with slightly cooler Sunday and Sunday night Temperatures will average above normal.
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Ohio Valley
Tennessee
Pasadena Junior College cancels December exams
In Pasadena California the administrative council cancels December 1 examinations as 500 of the college 6000 students fall ill with influenza.
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Pasadena
Calif
Pasadena Junior College
German British Ships Clash in South Atlantic
Reports from London and Berlin claim a clash between armed merchant cruisers in the South Atlantic near the neutrality zone. The German vessel says it damaged its foe and captured British cargo. Britain reports only slight damage to the Carnarvon Castle and says the German raider fled. The action occurred about 700 miles northeast of Montevideo, with Uruguay granting entry to the British ship for repairs.
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Brazil
Stape
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State Education Director Seeks Portsmouth Post
Portsmouth school board considers E. N. Dietrich for the superintendent post. Dietrich, a Democrat, has served as state education director in the cabinet of Republican Gov. Bricker. the four year term lasts until Aug. 15 next year. He would succeed Frank Appel who has led the district for over 30 years.
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Portsmouth School Board
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Dietrich
John W. Bricker
Frank Appel
Municipalities Form Columbus Lobby Drive
Local officials from a dozen groups unite to back measures for the new General Assembly. They create a general committee to draft legislation and seek a larger share of state funds. The Ohio Association of County Auditors calls for more state sales tax revenue, auto license revenue to county funds, and 100 percent assessment of personal property.
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General Assembly
Ohio Association of County Auditors
Results Unexpected in Anti Horn Campaign
Memphis residents ignore a new horn blowing ordinance. One man used a cow bell to signal, and a woman whistled to summon a friend, showing creative fines or enforcement may be limited.
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Memphis
Tenn
Waif Alva Yoak Found Dead After Army Rejection
The 24 year old Parkersburg man Alva Yoak, rejected by the army for height of five feet four inches, was found dead yesterday in woods near Sandyville Jackson County. A bullet hole was found in the forehead.
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W. Va
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Community Chest Contributors and Supporting Firms Listed
A historic notice lists business firms and professionals contributing to a community chest drive. Many Athens area names appear, including pharmacies, restaurants, hardware, groceries, newspapers, and service shops, with an anonymous drive goal of 12550 dollars and today’s total 6289.50 dollars. The balance remaining is 6260.50 dollars.
Collapse of Italian Lines Imminent Amid Balkan War News
Reports from the Balkan front indicate a near collapse of Italian lines in southern Albania as Rome confirms Badoglio's resignation and Cavallero's appointment. Greek forces reportedly seized Argirocastro and Porto Edda while Italy denies, and British circles call Badoglio a scapegoat for reverses as German raids threaten Britain.
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Greece
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Livestock Exposition Opens With Spirited Bidding
CHICAGO The 41st International Livestock Exposition sees breeding and fat stock change hands in a bidding session described by auctioneers as the most spirited in years.
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Chicago
Elected Trustee Haussermann Joins Ohio Wesleyan Board
John W. Haussermann of New Richmond Ohio a mine owner with interests in the Philippine Islands has been elected to the board of trustees of Ohio Wesleyan University in Delaware Ohio.
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John W. Haussermann
New Richmond
Philippine Islands
Ohio Wesleyan University
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