Recognition Stamped By Commons
The House of Commons authorized Britain's recognition of the Nationalist Spanish government by a 344 to 137 vote after a stormy debate over Labour's censure motion. Prime Minister Chamberlain cited Franco’s assurances of sovereignty against foreign intervention as the basis for formal recognition.
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Holy Land Jews Put Under Curfew in Jerusalem
British and Arab clashes intensify as 16 Arabs die in a frontier battle. Jewish quarters in Jerusalem face a 24 hour curfew after anti British demonstrations linked to London talks on ending the mandate and possibly creating an Arab state. National Palestine Jews denounce what they call British treachery.
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Spain braces as Franco seeks surrender amid shifting war
Reports from Paris describe a cabinet meeting in Spain as Franco´s supporters press for surrender to end the Civil War. Negrín’s government debates peace terms while Aznar and exiled leaders weigh options from Collonges. Foreign ministers in France and Britain monitor negotiations.
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City Debates Civil Service Complaint Power
Lawmakers consider allowing citizens to file charges with the civil service commission against police and city officials. The measure, backed by Mayor and council, would permit referrals for review if approved. The article also mentions local political campaigns and a candidate in a spring primary.
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House Passes Holt's Second Labor Measure
The Virginia House approved the administration's second major labor bill by 81 to 6, pushing a third measure to a quick vote while debating certification for miners and related labor issues. The session also saw a tie vote on a Fraternal Order of Police salary proposal and ongoing action on child labor and industrial homework regulations.
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Kelly Renamed In Mayor Race
Chicago voters began returning incomplete results with Mayor Edward J. Kelly leading Democrat Thomas J. Courtney in the mayoral race. Republican Dwight H. Green claimed the nominating, with Thompson far behind. Courtney conceded defeat, acknowledging Kelly’s broad support.
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CorSalr Reveals Leaf Body Organs via Bombardment
England Feb 28 INS reports at Clarendon laboratory Drs Griffiths and Macgraith inject radioactive table salt into a rabbit blood. Neutron bombardment of magnesium or sodium hydroxide yielded radioactive sodium chloride with active sodium discharging electrons. In 15 hours half the sodium was dispersed.
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Midwest Snowstorm Buries Iowa and Regions in Record Depth
A fierce winter outbreak blankets the Midwest Southwest and Rocky Mountain states with heavy snow and blizzards. Iowa sees six to 18 inches on the level with blocked highways and stranded travellers. Nebraska Kansas City and Dallas report travel disruptions and dust storms. Oklahoma and Colorado report deep snows while Madison Wisconsin近Chicago area forecasts mild temperatures with possible morning snow showers.
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Guilty Pleas Filed In Wage-Pay Trial
In Boston the Brown Contact Stitching Inc and treasurer Nathan Brown pleaded guilty to four indictments for wage-hour violations. Judge Elisha Brewster fined Brown 1000 dollars and the company 500, with three fines suspended pending restitution to underpaid workers. DOJ evidence cited worker pay as low as 2.38 and 2.64 for a week, with an estimated corporate saving of 700 to 1000 dollars. the firm employs about 300 people.
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Lewis Agrees To Talk Peace
John L. Lewis accepts Roosevelt's peace invitation and names a three member CIO committee to negotiate with a matching AFL trio led by William Green. The move follows Green's broader rejection of AFL policy in political and economic affairs while inviting renewed talks to end the three year CIO AFL split.
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Two to Be Named To Liquor Board
Gov Holt will send nominations for two seats on the three man liquor control commission to the senate next week. F M Peters of Mercer county is expected to be reappointed, while A Spates Brady of Elkins may be replaced. Five applicants include Delegate Harvey Beeler of Berkeley Springs who has served since 1933.
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Law Is Asked to Curb Subversive Articles
Washington February 28 Acting Secretary of the Navy Charles Edison asked Congress to curb subversive literature in the military by drafting a bill. It would impose up to two years in prison and a $1000 fine on anyone who advises soldiers to disobey orders or distributes writings containing such advice.
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Cardinals Gather to Name Pope in Vatican Conclave
The Vatican opens a conclave of 62 cardinals to choose a successor to Pope Pius XI. After arrivals of three more cardinals OConnell Leme and Capello the full college will convene for the first time in years.
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Vatican to Broadcast Pope Conclave Progress Four Times Daily
The Vatican radio will air four daily updates on the papal election progress starting Thursday. Broadcast times align with 9:30 and 11 morning votes and 4 and 5:30 afternoon votes, Vatican City time, about 5 am, 6:30 am, 11:30 am, and 1 pm EST. Wavelengths are 19.84 meters in the morning and 31.06 meters in the afternoon.
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Delegates to Arrive in Rome for Vatican Deliberations
All 62 delegates must be at the Vatican by 3 30 p m for opening deliberations in Rome. The last three arrivals will miss the initial session due to late travel.
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Money Crisis Warning Given
Secretary Morgenthau warned Congress that an international economic crisis persists and the $2,000,000 stabilization fund and the power to adjust the dollar’s gold value should be extended from 1939 to 1941. He argued the fund deters currency depreciation wars and is a key monetary weapon alongside naval power.
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FDR Recovery Views Awaited in Washington
Washington on February 28 witnessed keen anticipation over President Roosevelt's return and possible endorsements of recovery measures. Observers expect the president to back further cabinet plans to stimulate business and push for legislation to achieve the 80 billion dollar national income. Morgenthau and Hopkins already signaled supportive stances, signaling a move toward party harmony in 1940.
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Hitler Sees End Near Says War Dictator Feels Time Short
Karl H. Von Wiegand reports in Cosmopolitan April about Hitler believing his career may end within six months to a year. The German leader is reportedly retreating to Adlerhorst and expressing a private sense that his time is short while he still has much to do.
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Broad Public Health Plan Proposed by Sen Wagner
Sen. Wagner of New York introduced a national health bill to expand public health, with an initial federal outlay of 80 million dollars rising to over 250 million annually within three years. Grants would fund general health work, child and maternity care, hospital construction, medical care, and wage support for workers disabled by illness. Critics urged careful study and questioned funding from a wary Sen. Vandenberg while Dr. Morris Fishbein of the AMA called for cautious consideration.
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War referendum amendment stirs Senate debate over U S action
Washington February 28 senators clash over a constitutional amendment to require a popular vote on war declarations unless defending against invasion. Logan of Kentucky urges backing France and England as first line of defense while Borah dismisses the army expansion bill as bluff. Nye warns the US must not push Europe into conflict and Guam fortification is mocked by Borah. Twelve sponsors introduce the resolution seeking a national vote before any war declaration.
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Miners End Sit-Down Protest Over Back Wages
In Hazleton Pennsylvania the Oneida coal mine self entombed miners, 59 in all, decided to quit after company paid $14,000 cash for wages due February 20. The men claim about $66,000 in back wages has been owed for over a year and began a sit-down protest a week ago. Dr. James Longo checked the workers at the surface. Only four can be hauled out at a time.
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