Japan Ends 86-Year Trade Treaty With United States
Tokyo reports no public alarm as the United States ends the long standing trade treaty. Government sources warn of strain in ties while British actions over the Asama Maru incident spark anti British sentiment. Observers tie cabinet downfall to broader national pride issues and note ongoing interministerial deliberations.
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United States
Japan
Yukichiro Suma
Foreign Office
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China
Bureau of Public
Suriday
Nobuyuki Abe
Suma
Decatur Experiences Cold Snap with Warming Fragments
A bright Friday brought slight warmth after a one degree above zero reading Thursday night. Ice on roads remains dangerous yet crews continue clearing with about 150 workers daily. buses resume between Chattanooga and Florence after two day suspensions. Schools reopen gradually as winter’s longest spell in years persists with 22 nights below freezing.
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Cincinnati
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U S to End 29 Year Trade Pact with Japan Tonight
Washington outlines the termination of the 29 year Japan United States commercial treaty at midnight. Congress may embargo raw materials to hinder Japan's China war. Senate bills seek export bans or milder restrictions affecting defense materials with broad implications. Continued discussion expected in the Foreign Relations Committee.
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Senate Foreign Relations Committee
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Schwellenbach
Pittman
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North Alabama Braces for More Cold Than Normal
Below zero temperatures were common in North Alabama with forecasts predicting another day of frigid weather. Officials warned residents to take precautions as the region endures the coldest day in 41 years.
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Madison youths boast over state cold record
The report compares Madison Alabama’s 10 below zero with Madison Wisconsin’s nine below as the state sees its cold snap. Elders recite 1899’s 16 below, while the younger generation claims today’s reading will curb the old-timers’ bragging for a while.
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FDR Sets Enlistment Rules for Americans Abroad
President Roosevelt said no foreign nation can lawfully run an enlistment service in the United States and an American who enlists abroad would lose citizenship only if he swore allegiance to a foreign government. He cited an attorney general opinion and noted he needed more facts before ruling on a Finnish enlistment incident. He said merely seeking information is not wrong, but a foreign legation inviting enlistments would be a different matter.
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Roosevelt
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Finland
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Alabama Court of Appeals judges qualify for renomination
Three members of Alabama's Court of Appeals Charls R. Bricken presiding judge William H. Samford judge No 2 and James Rice judge No 3 qualified today with Secretary of State John Brandon as candidates for renomination in the May 7 democratic primary No other candidates had qualified for the appeals court race The judges serve six year terms.
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Rev John D McClanahan 96th birthday observed in Hartselle
Rev John D McClanahan of Hartselle Morgan county oldest active Southern Baptist minister marks his 96th birthday on Saturday He enlisted at 19 in the Confederate cavalry under General Nathan B Forrest and survived the war without wounds He has long served as county official and minister living most of life in Hartselle and will celebrate with family at a grandson's home
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National Cold Grips Nation Driven By Frigid Front
Widespread subzero readings stretch east of the Rockies with Nashville Tennessee at 13 below Birmingham Alabama at 6 below and Mount Washington New Hampshire dipping to 14 below Zero records approach in the South as Harve Montana hits 25 below New England reports indicate improving winter sports conditions despite the chill in the frosty South.
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Well Known Decatur Leader Thomas Masterson Dies at 64
Thomas Gerald Bud Masterson, a prominent Decatur figure for 35 years, died at Benevolent Society Hospital after ten days of pneumonia. He served as a Brock and Spight salesman and previously worked with A. Z. Bailey Grocery. Funeral at Central Methodist Church with burial in City Cemetery. Survived by three daughters, a son, a brother, a sister-in-law, and an aunt.
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Bud) Masterson
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Reporter James Young Questioned in Tokyo Lockdown
International News Service correspondent James R. Young, detained since Sunday, is reported to be undergoing daily questioning at Metropolitan police headquarters in Tokyo. He has been denied visitors and the foreign office disclaims knowledge of the case.
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Foreign Office
Change in Tax Structure Declared Unlikely
Washington reports three Democratic Senators say Congress will avoid raising taxes or expanding the debt as budget trims pass. House and Senate cut $33.55 million from Roosevelt estimates, including a $1.032 billion treasury post office bill and $251.82 million emergency defense measure. Senate also backs $20.18 million in defense, with further $1.882 million rescission in a $58.50 million deficiency bill, and total reductions reach about $128.04 million.
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Frosty the dog warns of morning house fire at Cook home
Frosty the pet dog at 345 Sherman Street woke Mr and Mrs Glenn Cook when a fire started in the living room around 6 30 this morning. The alarm from the dog prompted quick fire department response and prevented possible disaster.
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Landis Proposes New Cooperation Plan for Leagues
Baseball Commissioner Kenesaw Landis submitted a plan to club owners proposing increased cooperation between major and minor leagues to develop and advance players. The move aims to streamline player development and mobility across levels.
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Potatoes Not Roasted Fire Incident Milestone for Local Firemen
A truckload of potatoes covered with old quilts and sacking caught fire after a lantern in the rear tipped over in near zero weather. Oil spilled, flame leapt into the covering, and the driver fought the blaze in the snow while firefighters arrived. No potatoes were roasted, but a few heated briefly.
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Tragic Cupid Story Ends In Questioned Marriage
An 18 year old Indiana woman and Leroy Williamson age 20, previously believed to be unrelated, learned in juvenile court that their Jan 6 marriage was invalid under law. Judge Bradshaw advised possible annulment while the couple awaits the birth of their July due baby.
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Montana Senator Warns of Party Disaster Over Roosevelt Third Term
Senator Burton K. Wheeler told reporters at a United Mine Workers gathering in Columbus that a Roosevelt third term could cause chaos within the party until the convention. He urged Roosevelt to declare his intent immediately and expressed doubt Roosevelt will seek renomination. Wheeler said he would support Roosevelt despite personal opposition to a third term and speculated on other presidential contenders.
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Mich
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Bold Robber Makes Haul From Express Office
Railway express officers investigated a bold theft of money from the cash drawer of the express office around 10 this morning. Officials said the amount was uncertain at noon, with rumors placing it as high as 8500, but investigators noted the sum was likely much less until records could be checked. The theft occurred while an employee had stepped outside to service a arriving train.
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Furious Red Army drive halted by Finnish defense lines
Finnish patrols reported unusual Russian activity east of Markajarvi as forces retreated toward Salla. Army communique said Finnish lines northeast of Lake Ladoga faced heavy pressure but repelled attacks. Reports noted hundreds of enemy casualties and significant horse losses, with a large Russian force in retreat toward Lapland and risk of starvation in the Salla district.
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Japan Uneasy Trade Ties. War and Diplomacy In Flux
An early 20th century brief notes Japan US relations narrowing while both Japan and Great Britain contest the removal of two German nationals from a liner near Japan. The piece hints at broader European wars and the ongoing Russian Finnish tensions shaping policy.
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Weather report summary from Tennessee Alabama regions
The fragment notes the Tennessee river at 17 feet and near stationary, with 21 C high and slight above zero low, and a trace of snow. Alabama forecasts fair and continued cold tonight and Saturday with temperatures from below zero to the mid teens, and moderate northern coastal winds.
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