War Threat Looms as Navy Seeks Record Budget
The House considers the largest peace time naval bill, proposing 770 million dollars for 144 ships including two 45 000 ton super dreadnoughts. Admiral Leahy warns that Germany Italy and Japan build fleets and South America may be targeted while America must be ready to stand alone.
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Ballot on War Proposal Gets Senate Study
In Washington a Senate judiciary subcommittee will hold public hearings on a war referendum amendment allowing the people to vote on entering future wars except defense against invasion. Bill sponsors include Senators Ludlow and 12 others. hearings run May 10 11 12 17 18 19 with Sen Hatch leading.
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Willie Willis on Pug's charm and girls’ reactions
Willie Willis reflects on Pug's aloof act drawing girls, and contrasts it with his own experience where girls seem unconcerned by his efforts. The remark captures social dynamics and gender perceptions in a casual exchange.
Comedians Declared Answer to U S Ills
Chicago May 4 Eddie Cantor arrived with a recipe for ending the world ills saying the country needs more comedians. He noted Washington has many in congress as he traveled with his radio company en route to New York. Al Jolson rode the same train toward the Kentucky Derby and did not comment on adoption rumors involving Ruby Keeler from Evanston.
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Jolson
Ruby Keeler
Evanston, Ill
Judge Is Accused In Smuggling Case
New York May 4 The government investigation into smuggling linked to Justice Edgar J Lauer expands as accusations against the judge surface before legislative committees. Mrs Lauer, sentenced April 11 to three months in jail and a 2500 fine for conspiring with Alber N Chaperau to smuggle 1833 worth Parisian clothing, to save 660 in duty. The probe cites Lauer allegedly omitting 5000 worth of jewelry and paying 10400 in penalties, and admitting presence when Chaperau delivered the goods. The judiciary committees will study the case next Monday.
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Justice Lauer
Cahill
Europe
Five Thousand Marchers Protest Britain's Conscription Act
A mile-long anti conscription march wound through London's West End as Prime Minister Chamberlain pushed the second reading of the bill. He claimed the measure could add 800,000 men to Britain's forces within three years amid global tensions after Litvinov's resignation.
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New Bombings Raise Call for Extra Police in London
Four thousand additional officers were deployed in London to reinforce the police after a wave of bomb outrages across English cities. About 8,000 officers normally serve in London as bombs blamed on Irish Republican Army terrorists have disrupted multiple urban areas with several injuries reported. Similar reinforcement steps were taken in other major industrial centers.
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Britain pledges aid to Poland in face of European threat
Prime Minister pledges military support to Poland and eastern Europe if Nazi or Fascist aggression occurs. He says Britain's resolve, reflected in the bill, has earned deep respect across Europe. A massive anti conscription parade in the West End disrupted traffic for hours with more than 5 000 participants.
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Hitler Orders Central American Ministers to Berlin
Chancellor Hitler ordered all ministers in Mexico and Central America to return to Berlin with reports on Nazi trade and politics. After a week in Berlin they will go back to push Germany's aims on fresh lines across Mexico, Guatemala, Honduras, El Salvador, Nicaragua, Costa Rica and Panama. Baron Rudi Von Collenburg conducted farewell calls in Mexico City.
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Latvia Agrees To German Pact
Latvia today agreed to a mutual non aggression treaty with Germany after talks prompted by Adolf Hitler's April 28 Reichstag speech. Estonia also appeared favorable while Denmark Finland Sweden and Norway were invited to respond and a Stockholm meeting May 10 aims to craft replies.
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Beck's Firm Yet Peaceful Warsaw Speech Expected
In Warsaw, Foreign Minister Joseph Beck prepares a firm but peaceful parliamentary address on German demands for Danzig and the Polish corridor. Observers expect no territorial concession, despite pressure and threats of war, as Berlin hints at quick military steps. Poland seeks to preserve sovereignty while negotiating boundaries and German access.
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All Litvinov Aides Dismissed After Kremlin Talks
Stalin ordered the summary dismissal of Maxim Litvinov's high officials and close colleagues of the foreign office. The purge followed a four hour Kremlin conference with Defense Commissar Voroshilov and Molotov who replaced Litvinov.
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Josef Stalin
Daily Express
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Stalin
Defense
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V. K. Molotov
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Senator Harrison Warns Against Tax Cuts Without Spending Curbs
Sen. James Eastland of Mississippi, as head of the Senate Finance Committee, told the U S Chamber of Commerce dinner that there can be no broad tax revision or net tax cut until federal spending is reduced. He urged economies and warned against relying on spending to spur recovery while noting business groups push for expenditures in their districts. He voiced hope for corporate tax revisions to help private industry, employment, and government revenue stability amid calls for major revenue act changes.
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Senate Finance Committee
Congress
Death-Seeking Slayer Surrenders In Detroit Hold Up
Detroit police pursued and captured Edward Riley after a tavern hold up that killed a bystander and wounded two officers. He urged return to Chicago for execution by electric chair, saying he would not plead guilty and expected the death penalty. Watson, 29, and Susanna Smith were also detained after a high speed chase.
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Edward Riley
Orville Watson
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Riley
Joliet
Chamber of Commerce urges repeal of wage act and WPA
The U S Chamber of Commerce adopts 26 resolutions at its 27th annual meeting calling for repeal of the wage hour act, abolition of the Works Progress Administration, overhaul of the Wagner Labor Relations act, and tax revisions to spur national prosperity. The resolutions promise rapid influence on pending federal legislation.
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Nazis to March If Talk Today Is Belligerent
Berlin reports say Nazi leaders expect Polish foreign minister Beck to reply on the Danzig question with tones signaling where Soviet Russia stands on Britain France security pledges. A conciliatory Beck could imply Poland seeks aid relief, while an uncompromising stance might trigger German troop movements toward Danzig and Pomorze.
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Litvinoff
Joseph Stalin
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France Warns Germany Hands Off Poland in War Stakes
Paris May 4 Premier Edouard Daladier issued a final warning that Germany must keep hands off Poland as Nazi demands on Danzig and the Polish corridor test the region. He said France will go to war with Poland if needed, echoed by Britain after the defense pact with Poland. Daladier left Poland to judge if vital interests are menaced.
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Josef Beck
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Poland
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Danzig
Chamberlain
Britain
Mussolini Urges Caution in Poland Talks
Mussolini plans a cautious approach for Hitler on the Danzig and Polish corridor disputes as Rome and Berlin prepare talks at Lake Como between Ribbentrop and Ciano. The Italian leader aims to urge slow negotiations to avert war, noting Beck’s firm but conciliatory Polish parliament address and seeking to avoid a direct clash over the issues.
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Lake Como
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Josef Beck
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Coal strike broadens as miners walk out in eight states
The soft coal industry moved toward a total shutdown as 458,000 bituminous miners in eight states planned or initiated idle time. Union leaders pressed for a closed shop while operators sought dues from non union workers as talks with the policy committee neared. Mayor LaGuardia warned of reduced transit service and urged cooperation to avert fuel shortages.
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Subpoenas Issued For Coal Officials In Benefit Hearings
In Montgomery on May 4, the unemployment compensation department obtained subpoenas to compel two Semet Solvay officials to testify at hearings over state denials of jobless benefits to miners during the soft coal shutdown. Thomas C. Miller and Russell Ward were ordered to appear.
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Longacre
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