Seven Billion Limit on Aid is Beaten by 122-38 Vote
The House rejected a Wadsworth amendment to cap the Lend Lease program at 7 billion dollars. The vote, 222 to 238, upheld administration plans to supply military aid and information to allied nations. Debate centered on limits and the scope of U.S. support while setting the stage for further legislation and transfers of defense resources.
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Washington
Pep
House Dumauatic
Aduultitetration
Uon
United States
Wadeworth
Vonpreks
Jan Wotte Rankin
Mer Konge
House
Foosevelt
Teddy
Gil
Bulgaria May Give In to Nazi Push Toward Greece War Warns Sofia of Air Bombings
British reports warned Sofia that Germany planned pressure toward Greece and air bombings could follow. Turkish and Italian actions were debated, with Britain signaling aerial responses if Bulgaria allowed Axis forces to move. Reports claimed German advances near Bengasi and Greek tensions spiked as Allied and Axis forces maneuvered in North Africa and the Balkans.
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Bulgaria
Greece
Sofia
Lassatiated
Prenay
Waleria
Turkey
Sofi
Ivan
New Peddlers Ordinance Requires Posting and Fee
A new peddlers ordinance requires posting of premises and imposes an annual fee of 75 dollars. The measure outlines enforcement details and auditor provisions, with local officials stressing compliance and revenue implications for city programs.
Suspect Admits He Tried Extortion of Countess de Tristan
Washington reports Edger Hover says Harmond Parker, 62, bank robber and forger, confessed to extortion attempts against Countess Marc de Tristan of Jimsborough California. Parker, in custody in Stockton, admitted writing extortion notes after FBI lab evidence. He allegedly threatened the Countess or a family member for $10,000, which was paid in cash.
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Duchivattin
Germany
Ura
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van Zsinde Vite
Heath
Richards
Miehowso Foreign Affairs
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Ravin Tihe
de Elon
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Meniding
Associated Press
Washington
J. Edgar Hover
FIL
Harmond Parker
Wakdheim
Marc de Tristan
Jimsborough
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Parker
Stockton
Federal Bureau of Investigation Crime Laboratory
Troover Gard
Norris Urges Wickard to Revise Nebraska Quotas
Senator Norris of Nebraska urges Secretary Wickard to revise sugar quotas affecting beet growers. He faults the 16.2 percent average cut as inequitable across Nebraska and Colorado, claiming it prompts uprisings among farmers and disproportionate losses for Nebraskan beet producers. The letter argues the department’s division policy should be fair to all state beet growers.
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Sercewiry Wickard
Ude
Gure
Nebraska
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Tn Waller Desnie
Assemblymen At Hearing On Compensation Gains Debate
Denver news reports a public hearing held by the Senate industrial affairs committee on proposed bills to amend the state workers compensation and unemployment compensation act. Advocates push broader benefits and a $60,000 bond requirement for insurers to protect injured workers and employers. James Brownlow of the State Federation of Labor criticizes current benefits and warns of rising unemployment if unreformed.
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Ue Atate Industrial Commission
James Brownlow
State Federation of Sirhus
Boric
North Dakota Opposes Arkansas Valley Authority Bill
Kenneth W. Simons editor of the Glamarck Tribune compares opposition to the Arkansas Valley Authority bill to hunting wolves. He said at a 14 state conference that a rival group may emerge in the Missouri river basin and North Dakota will help "shoot wolves" to stop the bill.
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Tribune
Arkansas Valley Authority
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Missouri River
Army Shocked By 27 Deaths In Two Months
A government assessment notes 27 military deaths in two months amid transfers and investigations. Officials cite revised loss accounting, training hazards, and Pacific fleet maneuvers. The report mentions secret records, cross checks, and questions over accident causes and safety measures.
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Ately
Ion
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Eyelos
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Senthene
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Johnston Funeral to Be Held Monday in Creely
Mrs Warriett Welch Johnston of Touglas Arizona died suddenly in Dingtien. Funeral services will be held Monday with viewing from 10:30 to 11:00. The body is being brought to Creely. Mrs Johnston, aged years, is survived by sisters Mrs Trene Welch Grissoma and Mrs Finn Welch Paley, both of Beaver and Giveley respectively.
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Dingtien
Creeley
Finn Welch Paley
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Giveley
Carr Goes East to Secure U S Funds for Roads
Governor Ralph L Carr plans a Washington trip next week to press for federal funding for military highways in Colorado. He says lifting the state highway budget to about 5 million dollars will leave only 1 million for other roads, with two designated military routes: east west routes 24 and 40 and north south routes 185 and 86, including new construction between Denver and Colorado Springs.
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American Naval Men Meet in Tokyo For Indo China Peace Parley
Japanese report that American naval officers met in Tokyo to discuss a peace parley over Indo China and Siam. The account notes fear of a Senate showdown with Senator Wheeler and claims government opposition aims to suppress debate.
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Tokyo
Cheyenne session to oversee statewide potato diversion plan
A Cheyenne hosted session outlines a diversion program for 12,500,019 bushels of potatoes among Colorado, Wyoming, Nebraska, Idaho, and Utah growers. The plan, backed by federal officials, aims to shift production to livestock feed with a proposed $1,075,000 cash allocation and a marketing agreement.
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Hegtnutins
Nebidsha
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Cituly Apeat
Toyne Badirday
Hytarnyt Jy
Taye
Aiko
Reformulam Ag
Cloudburst Floods East and Weather Toll Report
Fragmented report notes torrential rains flood New York City and parts of New England. It mentions factory damages, a freighter incident off Cape May, and multiple unclear maritime references while noting legal actions and local incidents amid the storm.
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New England
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JR House
Tom Cape
Lia Guachia
GulCue Mexico
New Hogtown
Ity
Waterbury
Karon
Midight
Tintie Giey
A. Cease
Cape May
Bilton
Angie
Vitvente
Poriand
Hatook Wives Stew Tore Pah Be Dotan and U.S. Asiatic War Context
Fragmentary wartime text reveals references to US Asiatic operations, a Shangtiat garrison, and allied naval actions. Mentions named individuals, places, ships, and dates in a dense but unreadable OCR fragment. The piece hints at a reevaluation of colonial roles and military leadership amid a chaotic battlefield narrative.
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Aupe
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Chang Wing
Rosen
Rangle
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Radio Failure Blamed For Bomber Lass Death
A Salt Lake City radio mishap near Centerville, Utah caused the crash of a Martins Pine plane killing several people. Investigations cite communications errors by crew and operators in Byrd Expedition en route home as contributors under civil aviation administration oversight.
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Washington
Howe
Salt Lake City
Centervile
Lal
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Elymandh
Salthales City
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Weather lore and regional forecast overview
Fragmented weather notes describe partly cloudy to fair conditions across multiple regions. Temperatures listed range from chilly northern snaps to warm southern locales with varying wind and sky conditions across cities including Chicago Denver El Paso Kansas City Los Angeles New Orleans Oklahoma City Phoenix San Francisco Washington.
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Denver
el Paco
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Oklahoma City
Phoenix
San Brancisco
Washington
Fire kills nine in Salvation Army lodging tragedy
A chaotic blaze swept through Salvation Army lodgings, killing nine men and injuring many more. Survivors described smoke and intense heat, with some trapped on upper floors. Firefighters battled the flames, and investigators probed the cause while treating victims and assessing damages.
Two REA Officials To Visit Colorado
Two REA officials will visit Colorado in mid February for conferences with engineers on ongoing electrification projects. Willany Lattmaugh, in charge of REA regional operations, travels to Denver February 16 to 19. Tallis T. Ansen, director of REA's foundation of Toolvision, plans an earlier state check on pending projects.
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Len Cheawell
Mit
Colorado
Willany Lattmaugh
REA
WHL
Denver
Tallis T. Ansen
Ream'h
Toolvision
City considers new pedal sales ordinance amid hearings
Attorney Robert G. Smith will draft the ordinance aimed at curb pedlar activity in the city. The policy would require a posted permit, penalties for violators, and a daily license cost of 10 dollars, with a proposed annual rate of 78 dollars. The measure, supported by the ruling party, awaits council debate and public input.
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Mrs Martha Wynn Dies at Nunn Saturday
The death of Mrs. Martha Wynn, 35, wife of Tile Phonan Wynal, occurred Saturday near Nunn. Funeral services were held at the family home with interment at Netet cemetery. Survived by two nephews and other relatives.
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Strike Bound Plant Output To Be Moved
A strike bound plant plans to relocate output amid ongoing labor actions. The stoppage disrupts production as crews at the facility confront renewing equipment needs and management discussions with union representatives concerning the stalled annual maintenance and future operations.
Adams to Name Two Naval Appointments
Senator Adams plans two naval appointments for positions at the Naval Academy in Autopolis and West Point styled institutions. The selection process will assess candidates’ service records, education, and fitness, following standard credentials checks and nonpolitical considerations.
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Meersa
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Wichtgensteld
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Quedimaes
Naval Academy
Autopolis
Midhinery Academy
West Point
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Ity
Lis Streetionaire Mule
Nandita
Seholyele Stilling
Anna Chtractey
Wnt Fittess
Six Midshipmen Appointed for Naval Academy Examining
Congressman announces six midshipmen allotted for training at the U S Naval Academy. Commissioned officer Charles Johnson said examinations were set for May 7 1941 at Heaver Naval training station.
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Pees Nouver
Chewer
Congress
U.S
Charles 3. Johnson
Revenue Collections Increase in State Finance Report
An internal revenue report shows increased collections for the nine month period ending in February, detailing totals of 1,749,201 dollars. Ralph A. Nicholas, collector for the internal revenue service in the Colorado district, notes stronger receipts and ongoing efforts to improve tax collection across the region.
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Denver
Colasud Tate
Ralph A. Nicholas
Cullester
Colorale
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