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Cedar Rapids Gazette

Location

Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Nov 27, 1939

Page

11

Back to work Dodge plant move staged in Detroit

About 200 workers, mostly Black, entered the Dodge main plant under heavy police guard after a back-to-work mobilization by the UAW CIO. Pickets lined the route as police kept order. some claim badges were required and a few returned outside. Negotiations in the Chrysler dispute to resume, CIO accusing Dodge of stirring racial divisions. the company said it would open and offer work to those wishing it.

Detroit Dodge Chrysler Corporation United Automobile Workers Union American Federation of Labor UAW Congress of Industrial Organizations Chrysler Nawcio R. J. Thomas CIO

Why Not Pay Them To Keep It Quiet

In Dallas a hunting party of nineety ventured into a river bottom to hunt. They displayed their catch of six pigeons and six Negro soldiers who accompanied the hunters.

Dallas Tex

Belgian Troops Leave Canceled for 24 Hour Exercise

Brussels reports that the Belgian ministry of defense requisitioned all auto buses and canceled leaves for troops and officers for a 24 hour period under emergency military decrees. Ration cards were issued to the public but no immediate rationing planned.

Brussels INS Ministry of Defense Ministry of Food Supply

All Poles Must Quit Reich Says Forster

In a Bromberg radio speech Albert Forster vowed that anyone of Polish race must leave the land. He spoke at ceremonies honoring Germans killed in the early days of the Nazi invasion of Poland.

Reich Forster Berlin Albert Forster Danzig Bromberg Poland

Senator Pittman Opposes Reciprocal Trade Program

Senator Key Pittman of Nevada, a key supporter of the administration, voiced a firm stand against the New Deal reciprocal trade program during remarks on Sunday. He criticized its approach and urged careful consideration of trade policy.

Washington INS Sen Key Pittman

Tired- Run-down? A dated tonic promise you energy

A promotional jingle touts a daily SSS tonic as a health solution for fatigue and appetite, urging readers to visit drug stores for a “date” and to check for organic causes. It claims broad benefits and insists no substitute is offered, referencing a “time-tested scientifically appraised” formula.

Japs Fear Export Seizure Cuts German Tool Deliveries

In London, Japanese Ambassador Mamoru Shigetmitsu delivered a note protesting Britain’s extended blockade on German exports. Japan warned of counter-measures if contraband controls hinder German machine tool deliveries, fearing shipment routes blocked by Russia and Siberia make rail transport unfeasible. Britain may exempt some German goods for neutrals paid in advance, to ease Japan’s immediate issue.

London Foreign Office Mamoru Shigetmitsu Japan Germany Russia Siberia Britain

Elgin School Board Bars Free Lunch As Un-American

In Elgin Illinois the Edward H Abbott junior high school did not serve free lunches after a 4 to 3 school board vote. Members argued surplus government food was improper and might suggest the government owes children a living.

Elgin, Ill Edward H. Abbott Federal Surplus Commodities Corporation C. Roy Dougherty

Estranged Husband Ends Marriage with Triple Shooting Suicide

In Philadelphia Stanley Krygar 25 killed himself after shooting three others including his 22 year old wife Regina and two family members. Krygar's victims include his mother in law 45 and Florence 17 with two more in critical condition following the attack early Monday.

Philadelphia INS Stanley Krygar Regina Krygar Josephine Michaski Florence

Garbage Man Refuses Lid After Skunk Encounter

Mrs. J. S. Welch in Lincoln praises a garbage man who refused to remove the lid from her can after spotting a skunk feeding inside. He explained he stayed cautious until he could reach the truck safely, avoiding a potential spray.

Lincoln, Neb INS J. S. Welch

Lloyd George questions Chamberlain Munich bombing timing

London report quotes David Lloyd George, wartime prime minister, suggesting Chamberlain bore responsibility for the Munich bombing due to the explosion being delayed by 15 minutes. The remark reflects ongoing opposition to Chamberlain's policies.

London David Lloyd George Britain Neville Chamberlain Chamberlain Munich

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