Roosevelt Silent but Jackson Day Orators Call for Third Term
The Jackson Day addresses urged drafting President Roosevelt for a third term while he spoke of duty and unity. Attor ney General-Designate Robert H. Jackson likened Roosevelt to Lincoln and pressed Democrats to rally behind the New Deal.
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Chicago World's Fair President Rufus Cutler Dawes Dies
Rufus Cutler Dawes, 72, financier and former Century of Progress president 1933 34, head of Chicago Museum of Science and Industry, died at his home. Born July 30 1867 in Marietta Ohio he was brother of Gen Charles Gates Dawes and a Republican. Burial in Marietta Ohio.
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Velma Fink Seeks Return to Maiden Name Velma Baker
Velma Fink 22 a Clyde divorcee who was acquitted last summer of killing her infant son gives notice through her attorney she will seek restoration of her maiden name Velma Baker. She was charged with throwing her 11 week old son into a creek last June 13 and pleaded innocent by reason of insanity.
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Water service restored in East Liverpool after 36 hour pause
Water service was restored to East Liverpool today after a 36 hour suspension following a break in a 0 inch pumping main.
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Edison Plans Resting In House Naval Affairs Committee
Secretary of the Navy Charles Edison proposed giving the President power to commandeer factories materials and ships in peacetime emergencies as well as wartime. The House Naval Affairs Committee placed the idea in the basket with Chairman Carl Vinson stating no bill introduction is planned now.
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U S Navy Eyes World Largest Battleships and Expanded Fleet
Admiral Harold R. Stark told Congress the navy may build battleships up to 52 000 tons, larger than any current or planned. He noted current plans include 45 000 ton ships, with four in the class, while stressing need for airplane carriers and cruisers. Stark discussed 18 inch guns under experiment and 18 inch guns pending safety.
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Bricker Relief Policies Targeted by Ohio Democrats
At the Jackson Day dinner in Columbus Democrats signaled plans to attack Governor Bricker over relief policies. National Committeeman Charles Sawyer and Rep. Luther Patrick criticized Bricker’s Cleveland relief handling, while Martin L. Davey suggested a possible future run but would not commit to the Senate.
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Fire in Ohio Lodge Fire Hurts Four Men
Four men were injured when a wall collapsed during a fire at the Odd Fellows lodge building in a northwestern Ohio village of about 800. The blaze, started by an overheated stove in a grocery store, caused about $10,000 in losses as contents were ruined. Firefighters from village cisterns battled the flames in subzero temperatures.
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Congress Told to Rush Aviation Plans for U S Defense
The National Advisory Committee for Aeronautics urged Congress to speed up the aviation experimental program and to establish an engine research laboratory. The call appears in the agency’s annual report, stressing defense needs amid unsettled world affairs.
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Justice Department Finds No Sabotage at Boulder Dam
The Justice Department reports that an investigation by federal agents found no evidence of sabotage against Boulder Dam or its approaches. The inquiry reviewed the dam site, power lines, and access routes with officials confirming the security assessment.
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Dutch freighter Truida sinks after mine strike
The 176 ton Dutch freighter Truida, sailing to London with a starch cargo, sank in the North Sea after hitting a mine. Reports indicate the vessel went down today with unknown casualties and salvage efforts underway.
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Congress Backing Roosevelt Defense Tax Plea
Senator Sherman Minton predicted in a radio speech that Congress would support Roosevelt’s national defense taxes and non-partisan foreign policy review. He urged unity to fund the $1.8 billion defense program, stressing preparedness against possible European challenges to democracy.
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OSU Head Bevis Known For Detail Oriented Leadership
Howard Landis Bevis is named president of Ohio State University, bringing a reputation as a hound for detail from his prior roles as Ohio Supreme Court judge and state finance director. The appointment, after months of trustees deliberation, wins broad approval in Columbus.
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McArthur Boy Killed Playing With Shotgun
A 3 year old Benjamin Franklin McCoy was accidentally killed in McArthur last night by his 5 year old brother Cecil while they played with a shotgun. The father Granville McCoy is a miner. the family includes five other children.
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Kinsley Signals Possible Resignations Over Gubernatorial Run
Columbus report says Clarence H. Kinsley may resign from the Ohio Industrial Commission if he seeks the governorship but would not quit if he runs for state treasurer. His plans were announced today in Columbus.
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Congress weighs defense budget study plan amid partisan clash
The Roosevelt budget study proposal faces Republican opposition in the Senate with Harrison promising another vote. Cloakroom talks aimed to broaden the inquiry to army and navy spending. House members focus on an anti lynching bill as Hull prepares to push extending the reciprocal trade act.
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Bromfield Plans Congress Run on Farm Relief Platform
Palm Springs California Louis Bromfield novelist and agriculturalist announces he will run for Congress on a farm relief platform. He owns a 400 acre Ohio farm near Mansfield and will seek the Democratic nomination in Ohio's 17th district. He supports most New Deal policies and hopes Roosevelt seeks a third term.
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Chamberlain Opens Campaign To Win Popular Support For War
Prime Minister Neville Chamberlain warned of a grim phase ahead and urged the nation to back the war effort. He announced a campaign of government speeches to rally support, noted shipping losses, and signaled preparations for land combat if needed. He echoed Daladier on a possible European federal union.
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State considers coal buying to aid workers in Southeast Ohio
The State Welfare Department has 187 500 available for immediate coal purchases and 200 000 more can be released to fund more mine work in Southeastern Ohio. An Athens County delegation reported to the State Emergency Board in Columbus that 750 000 was appropriated for fuel in 1940, with a quarter released in the first quarter.
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Amendment of Wagner Act Seen Likely This Session
Rep. Rubbert Ramspeck predicted Congress would approve "reasonable" amendments to the Wagner Act this session. He said there is a "good chance" of action as House Labor Committee led by Chair Mary Norton scheduled a Thursday meeting. He cited possible changes to labor board personnel and limits on unit-binding power, noting AFL support and warning against attempts to destroy the act.
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Guardsmen Sent to Prentiss to Shield Arraigning Negroes
Sheriff S G Magee asked Gov White for National Guard aid as two Black suspects Jerome Franklin and Hilton Fortenberry faced murder arraignment for the shooting of former Prentiss marshal J C Sanford. Maj T B Birdsong and Capt Louis Jiggitts led two guard companies from Jackson to the town amid fears of mob violence.
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Ashville man killed in collision with train at crossing
Daniel Jonas 61 of Ashville was killed when his pickup truck was struck by a passenger train at the Main Street crossing in Ashville last night.
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Russians Routed as Finns Report Complete 44th Division Annihilation
Finnish patrols mop up scattered remnants of the Russian 44th Infantry Division in the Suomu Salmi front area. Thousands of their dead litter the forest roads as Finns seize more war materiel and declare the division ceased to exist. The victory, aided by harsh weather, likely ends Russian drives toward the Gulf of Bothnia and disrupts rail links to Sweden.
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Ten year old Linden berger held pending future plans
Ten year old Mary Alice Linden berger who wed Charles William Schall at age 20 remains at the Athens County Detention Home as officials arrange her future. A commitment to the Athens County Children's Home is noted but officials hope to place her in a foster home to be raised as a normal child.
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Ex-Wittenberg Coach Loses Leg in Crash
Springfield report says H A Buck Rider 44 a former Wittenberg College athletic coach and World War veteran suffered serious injuries in an automobile accident. His right leg was amputated above the knee and he remains hospitalized at Springfield City Hospital.
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$20 000 Blaze Destroys Akron Factory Building
A two story Akron factory building was destroyed by fire on Monday afternoon with losses estimated at $20 000. The blaze was found less than three hours after the Akron Candy Company vacated the premises for Belleview Ohio. It likely started in rubbish in the basement.
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Claims composer’s body in Boston
The body of Mrs. Effie I Carlton an 81 year old composer of the lullaby Rock a Bye Baby was claimed today by a cousin in Boston U P.
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Fire destroys four blocks in Luckey near Toledo
An early morning blaze in Luckey ten miles north of here destroyed four business blocks. No injuries reported as firefighters battled the flames through the night. Local officials said cause is under investigation.
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Normal Winter Temperatures Forecast Across Ohio
The weather forecast projects normal winter weather in Ohio with moderate temperatures for the coming days. Last night several small Ohio cities recorded sub zero readings while big cities faced smog and fog in western regions. Van Wert hit 10 degrees below zero, Bucyrus four below, and icy spots remain on state roads as temperatures rise from the west and north.
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Britain Reports Nazi Air Raid
German planes attacked five ships off England's east coast as British fighters failed to contact due to poor visibility. One crew member on a steamship was slightly wounded. A lightship near the Firth of Tay and a merchant vessel with anti aircraft guns repelled attacks with over 40 bombs dropped.
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Former Nurse Wins Culver Trophy Race
Edna Gard ner Kidd, a former New Orleans nurse, was declared a winner of the Culver Trophy Race of the All-American Air Maneuvers in Miami Florida. Officials originally ordered a rerun after a Sunday mixup with three apparent rules violations but, upon rechecking, kept the original results. Her speed was recorded at 174.54 miles per hour.
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Berg 38 Dies by Ammonia In Marietta
Miss Elsie L Berg a stenographer aged 38 committed suicide by drinking ammonia last night after illness and dementia are cited by authorities.
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Former Ohio University Faculty Member Dies
Eva Richardson longtime Ohio University College of Education faculty member died December 31 in Minneapolis at her brother’s home. The Iowa native left OU seven years earlier due to illness and was connected with education in Minnesota.
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War Veterans Meet Thursday in Armory Club Room
The Conrath-Bean Chapter 37 of the Disabled American Veterans will hold their regular meeting Thursday evening January 11, as announced by Commander Ernest McGraner. The gathering takes place in their Armory club room.
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Divorce Suit Filed by Mrs Stella Hafner in Mansfield
Mrs Stella Hafner aged 65 filed for divorce from her husband Frederick whom she has not seen in 45 years in Mansfield. The action seeks dissolution of their marriage and legal separation.
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