Work or Fight Bills Reach Congress Amid War Strikes
Washington reports three new work or fight bills aimed at outlawing strikes absenteeism and slowdowns as war plants face rising labor tensions. Byrd Connally Worley and Johnson push measures granting the president power to seize war plants and draft habitual absentees. Sen. Tydings criticizes the War Labor Board for delays in wage adjustments on the West Coast.
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McNutt and Stimson Clash Over Draft Measure
Washington report shows rival views from Manpower Commissioner McNutt and War Secretary Stimson on compulsory labor draft for factories and farms. McNutt argues for voluntary methods, warning against forcing people into tasks. Stimson endorses draft plans, citing inadequate current controls, while Senate committee leaders weigh administration input and need for detailed proposals.
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Viereck Freed By High Court
The Supreme Court overturned George S. Viereck's conviction, ruling the 1938 foreign agents law did not require a full disclosure of all pro-German propaganda acts. He faces release on the current count but remains indicted with 32 others and the New York Enquirer on sedition and conspiracy charges.
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Tentative Okay Given Pay-Go Tax Proposal
A tentative plan would withhold 20 percent of taxable income from pay envelopes of about 31 million workers starting July 1. The scheme adds a 3 percent on wages above exemptions, plus 17 percent above basic, with 350 per dependent and a 10 percent deduction rise, aiming to tax about 7 percent of federal payers on a current system. The plan does not create a new tax and keeps first 1942 installments due March 15. Page continues.
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House Debates Tax Measures For Consumers Sales Levy
The house finance committee yesterday advanced its version of the tax bill with a 16 cent starting rate for the consumers sales levy and an 18 percent deduction from gross tax, aiming to lower revenue by about 2 million plus losses from a higher exemption. The committee eliminated all exemptions to food stalls and debated luxury items while Senate plans for higher exemptions were left for later. The measure awaits a joint committee review as both houses seek a middle ground.
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Buyers shift to unrationed foods as points surprise
About 1.1 million American housewives tested the new point ration grocery plan amid smooth initial operation. Shoppers in Kansas City and Miami discussed spending and emergency menus while some praised the garden approach. Stores reported brisk unrationed vegetable sales as merchants printed point guidance.
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Local Shoppers Spend Stamps With Caution
Local grocers reported shoppers were wary of spending blue ration stamps now valid in ration book N. Women sought the most food for points and largely bought non rationed goods, then returned home to calculate.
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Soviets Crack Lake Ilmen Fortress in Winter Drive
Moscow reports a crushing winter offensive in the Lake Ilmen sector near Demyansk. Marshal Timoshenko’s forces claim capture of Demyansk and 301 localities, with about 11,000 German casualties and 900 square miles liberated as the German defense system collapses.
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State Salary Raise Proposed in House
A House measure in progress would raise state salaries for public workers with a 10 percent boost for those earning under $1000 monthly and five percent for those between $1000 and $1450. It also seeks to cap travel allowances at five cents per mile and limit first class travel, plus a $5 daily maximum while on official business. A separate bill would allow municipalities to enact a sales tax in line with the state tax framework.
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Spellman to Deliver Roosevelt Message to Pope
Madrid reports Arch bishop Spellman plans to visit the Vatican on Wednesday with a message from President Roosevelt. Spanish circles say the trip has no political significance though details remain unconfirmed. Spellman will have four private talks at the Holy See before returning.
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New Anti Tank Guns Said to Equal Nazis
Detroit report describes a Fisher Arsenal claim that a new anti tank gun named M-1 surpasses existing German weaponry. The article cites General Manager Shad Te Gots and notes the weapon’s range and firepower as key comparisons to Nazi tanks in Africa.
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Japanese Convoy Headed For New Guinea Revealed
General MacArthur reports a large Japanese convoy detected by Allied reconnaissance moving toward New Guinea. The raid aims to reinforce Japanese forces as bombers await a weather break. weather delays are possible. The noon communique notes Japan reinforcing air and sea units around New Guinea and Australia.
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Montana Mine Toll Now
Bearcreek Montana March 1 relief workers struggle in a mine disaster at Smith coal mine. Five bodies recovered seven miners located as rescue crews fight deadly fumes in gas filled tunnels. Montana Coal & Iron Co official says suction fan helps vent carbon monoxide. worst Montana disaster in state history feared.
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Lack of Supplies Delays Kana War Fund Drive
Hundreds of Kana wha Clay Red Cross volunteers paused solicitations as supplies lagged, yet donations arrived at headquarters at Cantal and Virginia. WCHS mailed a $1,000 check, triple last year’s gift, while national HQ said $2,625,000 of the $125,000,000 goal had been subscribed by five large companies. Peebles noted daily supplies from national HQ and plans for a thorough canvass of residential areas once stock arrives.
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Standard Oil of Indiana
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Council Ratifies Election Officers for City Primaries
City council approved election officers for the March 24 primaries under oversight of P. G. Meador and Frank Taylor. The brief session planned future ratifications as needed. Council also discussed paving Broad Street, adding a crossing at 57th Street, covering garbage wagons, and repairs to Washington Street Park Avenue intersection and the Elo River bridge.
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Republican Executive Committee
Frank Taylor
Democratic
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Virginia St
Kanawisa Blvd
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C. & C. Railway
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Julia Aultz O'Connor
James McWhorter
Washington St Park
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Harry &. Campbell
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