War zone vote forecast tightens as House polls
Washington dispatch reports House Democratic leaders quietly polling members on neutrality revision bill prospects. Speaker Rayburn affirmed confidence while others warn the vote near Thursday could be closer than expected. Debate cleared for two days as the Rules Committee moves to consider arming merchant ships and sailing into combat zones.
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Court Clears Way On Bluestone Dam
The U S supreme court declined to review a ruling upholding the federal government's plan to build the Bluestone hydro electric and flood control dam on the New River near Hinton West Virginia. Huntington district engineers said work could begin by year’s start. The ruling removes the last major legal barrier with condemnation of some lands needed for the project part of the Ohio Valley flood control program.
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14 Cent Milk Promised City McLaughlin Sets Aside Ordinance
The state anti profiteering committee ordered the Charleston milk ordinance abrogated to permit outside milk at 14 cents a quart. Agriculture Commissioner J B McLaughlin signed the action after unanimous committee votes to remove monopolistic price controls. Gov Neely praised the move saying it ends distributor dealings with state agencies and should bring Grade A pasteurized milk to Charleston at 14 cents a quart, replacing higher local prices.
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Reds Hold Leningrad Against Fresh Nazi Assault
Berlin and London reports note strong Russian counterattacks halting the German push on Sevastopol and Leningrad. German claims cite Tikhvin's seizure and rail cut, while Red Army defenses around Leningrad, Sevastopol, and Crimea reportedly resist amid heavy fighting and air raids.
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Mosquito control mission to China sparks remarks
CHUNGKING Nov 10 A Chinese government spokesman mocked Japanese warnings of U S intrigues in China and admitted an American mission aims to control mosquitos He cited Dr Victor Haas of the U S Public Health Service heading a lease lend anti malaria mission to China The spokesman said Americans ask what they can do while Japan questions presage peace efforts.
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Court Rules State May Tax U. S. Cost Plus Contractors
The U S Supreme Court ruled the state may tax private contractors working for the federal government on a cost plus basis. Alabama’s sales and use taxes on materials bought for these contracts were upheld, reversing the Alabama high court. No dissent was recorded. The decision may raise defense construction costs by tens of millions of dollars this year.
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Train Wreck Toll Now 12
Kenton QO Nov 10 A half ton cylinder head blown from a passing freight locomotive into the path of a Pennsylvania railroad luxury train caused a wreck killing 12 and wounding at least 40. The Chicago New York flier struck the obstacle before flagging. The big locomotive plunged from the track and struck a control tower at Dunkirk. Rails on both lines torn up. service restored at noon. Damages estimated at $250000. Ten fatally injured identified. two women still unnamed. Engineer R S Schuler injured. amputated arm. says something went wrong after the freight. Page 5 Col. 5.
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Heroic British Destroyer Sunk
The destroyer Cossack, famed for rescuing seamen from Altmarck and aiding in the sinking of the Bismarck, was sunk with 90 to 108 survivors landed. Commanded by Capt. R. L. Berthon, the ship's loss ends its storied service after a bold battle, with next of kin notified.
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Admiral Calls AFL Walkout Open Revolt
San Diego November 10 The navy threats use of marines to suppress an open revolt over AFL building trades strikes on 35 million dollars in naval defense projects. About 3 500 carpenters plumbers and electricians failed to report to work. Union leaders ordered a return to work slated for Wednesday. Naval officials say no word of the instructions yet and a back to work ultimatum remains in force.
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City to Observe Armistice Day Parade in Charleston
Charleston and Kanawha Valley communities pause for Armistice Day marking 23rd anniversary of end of World War I. American Legion leaders tout the day parade from Broad to Capitol to Lee streets ending at the library with Rev Frank Shaffer speaking. A wreath-laying flyover honors nine West Virginia youths including a Charleston resident who died aboard the Bowden James.
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President Speaks Today at Tomb Unknown Soldier
President Roosevelt will deliver a brief address at Arlington National Cemetery to mark the end of World War I and reflect the nation’s stake in the fight against Hitler. The speech is scheduled for about 10 a.m. in the sunny morning light, as America readies for potential international action.
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Churchill Warns Japan War Will Follow U.S. Involvement
London prime minister Winston Churchill delivers a stern warning that Britain would declare war on Japan within an hour of any Japanese involvement with the United States. He notes strengthened Royal Navy and American help in the Atlantic, vows no negotiations with Nazi Germany, and signals broader war across Asia and beyond.
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Naval Plant Work Slowed by Union Meetings
Work at the South Charleston naval ordnance plant slowed as CIO officials cited union meetings. State Labor Commissioner Charles Sattler urged accepting conciliation to preserve industrial peace and avert possible shutdowns in vital defense work. Telegrams went to Carnegie-Illinois Steel supervisor R. J. Mills and Steel Workers Organizing Committee rep N. L. Conley. Conley declined to comment.
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Mine Blast Kills Three In Davis Coal Mine
Three men died and one was seriously injured in a Davis Coal and Coke Company No 24 mine explosion near Thomas. Fireboss Floyd Tephenbaugh 60 and Paul Evans 42, both of Thomas, and Clarence Dellinger 27 of Davis were killed. Andy Sesman 56 of Thomas survived severe burns and fractures. Explosion likely gas fueled, occurred between 1 30 and 2 p m, rescue crew retrieved bodies about three hours after. The mine with about 150 workers may reopen tomorrow.
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Tokyo Spokesman Seeks Conciliatory Tone On US Russia Policy
Tokyo spokesman Koh Ishii urged Japan not to remain indifferent to the American loan to Russia while noting Russia remains an ally of Germany. He said Japan will not intervene as the loan does not directly affect Japan and Japan remains on friendly terms with the Soviet Union under the neutrality act. He dismissed rumors of an ultimatum from Tokyo and said any message could be delivered through Ambassadors Nomura or Grew.
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Unknown Soldier's Tomb Calls Nation to Defense
Armistice day reflections recount hopes for world peace after World War I. The author notes a 23 year lapse since the 1918 armistice, laments renewed warfare, and urges national defense as a response to a new and brutal slaughter. The piece ends with a note to turn to Page 1.
UMW Demand Rejected by Mediators in 9 to 2 Vote
The defense mediation board rejected the United Mine Workers demand for a union shop in captive coal mines by a 9 to 2 vote. CIO reps Murray and Thomas backed the UMW, while AFL and industry members opposed. John L. Lewis faces a pivotal choice after miners returned to work under a truce set to expire November 15.
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Tobin Orders Men To Return to Jobs
Indianapolis November 10 AFL Teamsters President Daniel M Tobin ordered 60 Detroit rail and air express truck drivers back to work immediately after consulting the union executive board. He said the action honors the presidents wishes and wartime emergency. The strike disrupted shipments vital to defense plants and clashes left at least 11 injured on picket lines.
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