Refugee ships row sparks debate on neutrality act
The Senate approved a neutrality act amendment allowing unarmed U S ships to evacuate European refugee children with belligerent guarantees. Germany refused to guarantee safe passage, prompting a warning that humanitarian moves could push the United States toward involvement. Critics say the plan neglects millions of American children in need and could trigger war. The piece questions motives behind aiding refugees while urging domestic aid and military reform.
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Guns In France Bark At Shipping Across the Channel
Germany opened long range cannon fire from Calais to Boulogne targeting a large British convoy in the English Channel. The bombardment caused alarms but no hits were scored and the convoy proceeded. The air war continued with a lull attributed to bad weather.
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Envy, the Vile Passion That Harms Hearts and Lives
A reflection on envy as a cold, destructive force that corrupts kindness and faith. The piece cites figures from literature and religion, noting envy corrupts even great minds and holy figures. It warns readers to guard their hearts against envy’s sneak attacks and slanderous reach.
Sound Advice Now Never Talk Politics In Barber Chair
Advice urges partisans to avoid politics in barber shops and public spaces where tempers flare. The column parodies heated discourse and references Nathan Hale to lampoon the dangers of partisan argument in everyday settings.
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Mothers Stage Death Watch In Draft Debate
In Washington nine mothers with sons of draft age sit in black crepe as a silent death watch over the senate during debate on the conscription bill. Rosa M. Farber of Detroit, VP of Mothers of the United States of America, leads as dozens more mothers join in shifts to protest the bill saying it could end democracy. One woman notes nine of her sons would be drafted if the bill passes.
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Mercury Steady Early Heat in Cedar Rapids
In Cedar Rapids sunlight broke through light clouds by early afternoon Thursday as the day warmed from 61 at 6 am to 72 by 10 am and 76 by 2 30 pm. Wednesday's peak reached 79 from 3 30 to 4 pm with a 73 at 7 pm and 67 at midnight amid light rain.
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Trotzky Shot By Kremlin Orders, Says Goldman
Albert Goldman, Trotzky's American legal representative, arrived in Chicago reporting that OGPU orders killed Trotzky. Goldman told of a confession in Russian by the assassin and described the spurious romance that let the killer enter the Trotzky household near Mexico City. He vowed to publish further testimony.
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Takes More Than A Bomb To Wake These Englishmen
German air raid on a southeastern English coast woke none of ten people sleeping in a sea facing house as two bombs exploded nearby. The front was wrecked and splintered but occupants remained asleep when wardens arrived.
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Lottery Based on German Planes Shot Down
London dispatch reports a new lottery scheme where players bet on the total number of German aircraft downed across three specified days. Local organizers say prizes depend on hitting exact counts and ranges. The setup follows wartime air battles with public interest rising.
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Roosevelt Plans Eight Day Jaunt
The White House announced President Roosevelt will depart Washington on Tuesday for an eight day trip through the east and south. He will deliver two brief speeches and inspect a defense unit in West Virginia during the journey.
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Refugee Ship Now Entirely Safe Says U S Official
Acting Secretary Sumner Welles said on Thursday that the S. S. American Legion carrying 897 Finnish refugees to New York is well outside the combat zone and may be considered entirely safe.
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Japan recalls ambassadors in sweeping foreign service shakeup
Tokyo AP reports Foreign Minister Yosuke Matsuoka orders recall of Kensuke Hormnouchi the US ambassador and 4 other ambassadors along with 19 ministers and 16 consular posts in a broad reshuffle focused on the Americas. Names include Kazuo Kiwashima in Brazil and Toshihiko Taketomi in Turkey with Aikawa viewed as likely Hormnouchi successor.
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Sir Oliver Lodge Dies Noted Scientist Linked to Psychic Research
LONDON UP The press association reports the death at his home of Sir Oliver Lodge aged 89 a noted scientist in electricity and psychical research His views spanned telepathy and life creation in the lab He had startled the world in 1908 by claiming communication with the dead.
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Reich Refuses Safe Passage for Refugee Children
Germany rejects safe conduct pledges for ships evacuating refugee children from Britain. Official news agency DNB says none can guarantee passage through mined waters, undermining a congressional neutrality amendment allowing U S ships to evacuate children. Washington reaction notes the measure’s impracticality and warns against further incidents.
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Cedar Rapids Musician Shoots Self Aboard Mississippi Steamer
On a Mississippi excursion steamer near Burlington Iowa a Cedar Rapids musician named Dye shot himself on the top deck amid a dancing crowd. Coroner reports no inquest and cites death by self-inflicted wound. Band members and relatives noted he had been unsettled and planned time off. others described the scene as a sudden tragedy during a Seaside Port stop.
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House Votes F. D. R. Requisition Powers
The House approved a bill authorizing President Roosevelt to requisition machine tools awaiting shipment abroad that have been denied export licenses. The measure passed and was sent to the Senate for action.
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Army Chief Denies Suppression of Enlistment Progress
General George C. Marshall denied knowledge of suppressing a magazine page claiming progress in voluntary enlistment. He said the action amounted to suppression and warned the army is prepared to implement the conscription program with ample equipment and reserves readiness.
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Guard Muster Receives Final House Passage
The House approved final passage of mobilization legislation for National Guard and reserve forces and sent it to the Senate for fast action. It creates paid service and protections, covers up to 242090 guardsmen and 450000 enlisted, allows deployment in the Western Hemisphere, and preserves seniority and pay during reserve service. The Senate debated the Burke Wadsworth draft as House delays linger.
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President Ortiz of Argentina Resigns
President Roberto M. Ortiz of Argentina resigns amid an army land purchase scandal. Ortiz, bedridden for some time, had only recently returned to lead the crisis response before stepping down.
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Willkie Maps Far Reaching Campaign Tour Across States
Wendell Willkie plans an extensive stamping campaign to meet as many voters as possible. An aide says the itinerary will cover numerous states and may include stops in Virginia North Carolina Oklahoma and Texas as part of a broad swing ahead of the Republican effort.
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Wilkie Opens Campaign as Republican Nominee Support Grows
Former Democrat Wendell L. Willkie begins campaign in Indiana and Rushville residence as he plans to extend to Maine Minnesota and a Coffeyville Kansas kickoff. He stresses unity saying there is no arbitrary voter class and that all Americans share loyalty to the nation.
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