Senate condemns bombing of civilians signals sterner Japan policy
The senate adopted a resolution condemning the bombing of civilian populations, signaling support for sterner policy toward Japan. The action may enable economic penalties and a shift from the Stimson Hull non-recognition stance, with loans to unrecognized territories under consideration.
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Washington
Senate Today
Apan
Chamber
Pittman
Foreign Relations Committee
Senate
Sen. Johnson
California
Hull
Japan
Stimson-Hull
Manchukuo
Ethiopia
Italy
Britain Ready For Arms Talk
Prime Minister Neville Chamberlain told the house of commons Britain is always ready to cooperate with other nations on disarmament. He answered Labour MP Arthur Henderson who pressed for reaction to Cordell Hulls June 3 Nashville speech outlining a four point American cooperation toward a world order on law.
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London
Neville Chamberlain
House of Commons
Arthur Henderson
Laborite
Cordail Hull
Nashville
Yonn
Tarn
Spectators Peering Over Fence at Clark Estate Nahant
Thousands gather at Nahant Massachusetts to glimpse Anne Lindsay Clark and her fiancé John Roosevelt as they pass by the fenced home. Spectators peer through barriers around the estate seeking a view of the couple.
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Anne Lindsay Clark
Nahant
Mass
John Roosevelt
Utility Valuations Hiked for 1938 Tax Year
Public utility valuations for the 1938 tax year rose by 32 108 000 to 534 372 150 after weeks of study. Gains mainly fell on physical properties of gas and electric utilities and bus lines while the Baltimore and Ohio railroad saw a large reduction. The B&O assessment dropped from 20 000 008 to 78 500 000 exclusive of intangibles.
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Board of Public Works
Real Real Pro
Baltimore and Ohio Railroad
John J. Cornwell
Chesapeake and Ohio
Witl
Norfolk and Western
Virginian
United Fuel Gas Company
Carnegie Natural Gas Company
Kentucky Land
West Virginia Gas Company
Gay President Leads Exodus To John Roosevelt Wedding
President Roosevelt led officials from Washington to Nahant for the wedding of his youngest son John to Anne Lindsay Clark of Boston. He signed 28 last minute measures as Congress adjourned, awaiting word on final session status, before departing aboard a special train to Salem.
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Washington
Roosevelt
Nahant
Mass
John
Anne Lindsay Clark
Boston
Congress
Lindberghs Robot Heart Breathes Shows Oxygen Assimilation
New York AP report says Charles Lindbergh's artificial heart, a perfusion pump for keeping organs alive outside the body, has learned to breathe by assimilating oxygen from air as a step toward artificial life. Dr. Richard Bing of Columbia University notes the development enhances oxygen supply for organs like kidneys and pancreas.
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New York
Cal
Charles A. Lindbergh
Richard Bing
Department of Surgery
Columbia University
Bing
Scivence
McCall Sentenced to Die for Kidnapping Cash Boy
Franklin Pierce McCall, 21, was sentenced to die in the electric chair for the kidnapping of Jimmy Cash Jr. at Miami Florida, a case described as the most cold blooded by the presiding judge. The defense said no appeal would be filed, while a Jasper, Florida man sought clemency with the pardon board. McCall reportedly told friends he expected the outcome.
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Miami
Fla
Franklin Pierce McCall
Jimmy Cash, Jr
Jack Kehoe
McCail
C. A. Arriett
al Jasper
State Pardon Board
Raived
Atkin
Vaat McCall
Farny Lakaver
Min
Erin
Nvard
Nen
McCall Qeeler
Copeion
Amy
Hunger Drives Cleveland Relief Crackdown
Destitute residents in Cleveland beg at doors as officials threaten closure of offices without funds from the state legislature. Emma Svee cites rising hunger on the west side while a relief investigator notes scavenging at markets for discarded scraps. WPA aid increases county relief, but tensions flare at relief stations amid a recent disturbance. authorities tighten security.
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Cleveland
Hays
Chin
Emma Svee
West Side
Frank Barba
City Hall
Bubs
WPA
WEA
Cuyahoga County
Ymin Shalis
Wwe
Ohio Senate
Ram Vidrn
Tage & Part
Floods Spark Red Cross Appeal for China Relief
Floods in the Yangtze River basin drive urgent Red Cross relief needs in China with requests for food clothing shelter and medical aid. Charleston Red Cross chairman G A Bunedikk reports a telegram from national headquarters and Richard Allen directs prompt local fundraising to aid displaced families. Contributions are urged to be sent to the local Red Cross at 2 East Washington Street.
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China
Yangtze River
G. A. Buneditk
Charleston Red Cross
National Red Cross
Washington
Richard
Allen
Red Cross
East
Washington Street
Adjournment Intensifies Roosevelt Power Struggle
Washington dispatch reports that congress adjournment shifts the fight to voters. The administration edges toward enforcing its program against conservative Democrats and Republicans. The coming biennial elections are poised to decide party control and influence over the presidency.
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Dong
Teft Vine
Congress
Roosevelt
Republican
Thuighy
Democrats
Republic
Democratic Party
Oper
Supreme Court
Cal
Hague Dodges Records Query In Newark Court
Mayor Frank Hague denied a CIO claim that Jersey City crime and police protection records were dishonest. He said the city withdrew and hid records from the FBI after it demanded listing auto deaths as murders. Hague defended himself against a free speech suit, noting the FBI treats cities alike and questioned the scope of his official duties.
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Newark
WN. J
Frank Hague
Jersey City
Federal Bureau of Investigation
Hague
Morris L. Erns
I. O
American Civil Liberties Union
F.B. I
Bailiwick
Governor Refuses Special Session to Reallocate Funds
Governor Holt rejects a call for a special session in Charleston to adjust Lovins for PWA matching funds. He argues bond issues must be vetted by local voters and cites no legislative action needed. Trent had urged county boards to seek immediate property levy reallocations under the enabling act to unlock about 29 million dollars in bonding potential.
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Associated Press
Charleston
Lovins
PWA
Gaid Gav. Holt
Jnm
Trent
12 Billion Dollar Roosevelts Fallout Marks End of Session
Washington June 16. The 75th Congress adjourned amid a fierce filibuster over a 12 500,000,000 lobby fund and sharp clashes between Roosevelt supporters and foes. The session closed with praise and lingering disputes over Wage Hour, crop control, and spending programs, while farm interests secured continued federal loan leads.
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Washington
Roosevelt
Senate
Sen. Minton
D-Ind
House
President Roosevelt Thanks Congress for Constructive Legislation
The president extends thanks to the retiring Congress for much constructive legislation. Identical letters go to Vice President Garner and House Speaker Bankhead. Roosevelt notes progress in addressing national problems and expresses appreciation for the members' efforts during the 1938 session.
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O'Connor
D. N.Y
House Rules Committee
Rep
Snell
R. N
Bankhead
Roosevelt
Congress
Washington
Garner
House
Bankshead
Speaker
House of Representatives
U. S
Franklin DB. Roosevelt
Pageant depicts Revolutionary Civil War scenes in Greenbrier
In Lewisburg 1000+ residents watch a 390 foot stage pageant recounting Greenbrier County history from the 1774 Battle of Point Pleasant to 1864 events. The 160th anniversary festival opens with a proclamation by Loren Johnston, Minnie Frazier Preston crowned queen, and a Greenbrier ball at the White Sulphur Springs hotel.
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Bate
Point Pleasant
Thief Cornstall
Jost
Andrew Lewis
White Sulphur Springs
Loren
Johnston
Minnie Frazier Preston
Lewisburg
Gay Hall
Green
Dead Ducks Hit Trail For Homes
Washington reports the 53 ex members traveling toward reelection, while 435 representatives and 32 senators seek to return to Washington in better standing. The six remaining senators enjoy peace and quiet as they head to farms, seashore, or aboard. The adjournment ends a grueling session marked by long roll calls and late votes.
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INS
Congressional
Congress
Senate
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