Democrats Mull Third Term At 1940 Convention Site Vote
Washington dispatch reports Democratic national committee members arriving for a key meeting to decide the 1940 convention city and date. Roosevelt’s possible third term looms as petitions to enter his name circulate in Minnesota and Chicago. The committee plans to decide city tomorrow and may delay date until after the GOP sets its convention date.
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Democratic National Committee
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Edward J. Kelly
Chicago
Patrick A. Nash
Noional
Mr. Roosevelt
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Thia City
Townsend backs Wheeler as potential Democratic candidate
Dr Townsend, author of a pension plan, voiced support for Senator Wheeler of Montana as a possible Democratic presidential candidate. He predicted Roosevelt would lose if seeking a third term and urged against any hint of such a candidacy, stating most Americans oppose a third term policy.
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Burlah KK. Wheeler
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Townsend
Wheeler
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Roosevelt
Townroad
Income of Farmers May Be Increased
Washington reports the Agriculture Department states farmers will gain larger cash income in early 1940 than in the same period last year as farm produce moves into domestic consumption at higher average prices.
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Washington
Agriculture Department
Five die in fogbound plane crash near Hammond
A honeymooning Denver couple and three others were killed when their aircraft lost in fog crashed near Hammond Louisiana. Don T Craig piloted the plane from Denver to New Orleans for Mardi Gras. Victims included Mr and Mrs Marry Zimmerhackel, Elizabeth McSwenry Powell, and Michael Creeds Underland.
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Elizabeth McSwcenry Powel
Michael Creeds Uinderland
Colorado
Zimmerhackel
Ohey
United States Senate
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Cuha
Micn
Rites Planned for Col G T Reiche Veterans Service
Scores of reserves and retired soldiers including veterans’ representatives will attend Tuesday funeral services for Col G T Meirhe, 92, Lewis and Clark County’s last Civil War veteran. The service begins at 2 p.m. in the Consistory Shrine. Spanish American War veterans will be ushers. Montana National Guard, led by Col Charlen Sheridan, will render a guard of honor. Lieut Governor Adair will offer a brief eulogy. Special music and a ceremonial tribute mark the rite.
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Lewis and Clark County
Olerans
Montana National Guard
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Wugh Adair
Peiping Faces Acute Food Shortage Amid New Year Preparations
Peiping Feb. 4 news reports an acute food shortage as residents stock up for New Year amid wartime curbs, blockades, and unstable currency. Prices soar with flour at fifty-nannet cakes selling for 8 to 8? per unit compared to four months ago.
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Dies Committee Faces Criminal Charges in Forgery Case
Washington February 4. Rep Dempsey says the Dies committee will turn the transcript of secret hearings on forged documents about Chairman Die s to Attorney General Jackson. Hook demands grand jury action over forgery perjury and conspiracy claims related to papers tied to the Silver Shirt Legion of America and its links to William Dudley Pellay.
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Dies Committee
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Youth Conference Draws Slam From G. O. P. Chieftain
Washington February 4 John Diamiton chairman of the Republican National Committee was refused to designate a representative to attend the American Youth Congress session due to his failure to expel communistic elements and front organizations He announced today that he did not mean to reflect on the several very significant and truly American youth organizations affiliated with the American Youth Congress.
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Washington
John Diamiton
Republican National Committee
American Youth Congress
Hamilton
Onlhian
Joseph Cadden
Dhe
Nat ‘Meni
Catholics Honor Montana Woman at Northwest College Meet
Seattle February 4 Catholics honored Jone Shaw student body president at the University of Portland who was named president of the Northwest Association of Catholic colleges at its final convention last night William Kelly of Seattle college was elected vice president and Hetty Anna Cox of the College of Great Falls Montana became secretary treasurer The student body presidents and college editors are now slated for Gonzaga University Spokane for their 1941 session
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Jone Shaw
University of Portland
Northwest Association of Catholic Colleges
William Kelly
Wenu
Hetty Anna Cox
College of Great Falls
Mont
Collexs Noowa
Gonzaga Wolve Sity
Ship Santa Barbara Run Aground Off Ecuador Coast
Reports say the Grace liner Santa Barbara ran aground off Pyuta near Guayaquil on February 4. Tugboats and lighters were sent to assist, with crews evacuated as efforts to refloat the vessel began. passenger numbers were not available and offshore conditions hindered salvage.
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Thowonhe
Puntarenas
Five Children Die in Tenant Farm House Fire
A tenant farm near Hove burned five children aged seven. Fire officials say the blaze started while parents were away at night. Mrs and Mr Marrisy, fleeing, found the house in flames and the charred bodies in bed. Washington reports Cassin Dowell Iowa Republican offered remarks on the case.
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Part-Time Funds Plan Gains Favor in Congress
Washington reports lawmakers discuss a part-year relief appropriation to avoid tax raises or national debt increases. Senator Byrnes suggests a possible $750 million WPA partial-year sum, while President Roosevelt’s budget aims to restrain spending.
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Axce
Two Wee Kiddies Saved From Ice in Whitefish River
Two youths, Mayra Ol high school pupil and Shirley Cyalles, fell through thin ice in the Whitefish River today. Morgan Stoltz recovered Mayra, while Me Kane assisted in reviving the other child with artificial respiration after both were drawn from the frigid water.
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Jewish Society Supports Peace Pledge by National Leader
Henry Monsky of Omaha, president of the national Jewish organization, pledged the 129,000 members to a fall devotion to the cause in America. Rey Glaves Cannon III has been chosen as parliamentarian for the Democratic National Convention. Cannon is author of Precedents on House procedure.
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Ellis H Parker Dies in Lewish Prison Fame From Lindbergh Case
Ellis H Parker former detective known for the Lindbergh kidnapping case died today in Lewish Prison. He and his son were convicted of kidnapping in New Jersey. Parker spent years appealing and faced a contested clemency effort before his death.
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Turku Cathedral Ruins Mark Latest Soviet Raid
Soviet air and ground attacks hit Turku and Viipuri as heavy bombing raged in the Finnish port city and on the Isthmus. the ancient Turku cathedral was reduced to ruins while Russians reportedly suffered losses near Summa and Mudanjärvi.
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Balkan Entente ends talks on war and trade aims
A three day Balkan Kotenta conference near Rolmade Yugoslavia closed with a communique pledging to stay out of war and seek improved trade among Greece Turkey and Yugoslavia. Observers noted no full alliance or common defense, while debates over guarantees against German pressure continued amid regional tension and possible negotiations with larger powers.
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Father Coughlin Fails To Deliver Air Address
The radio figure Father Coughlin did not deliver his final Burday address today. An announcer told listeners he was not authorized to explain. The network halted the program as the announcement was read. The caller reported no further statements were given and no one was authorized to speak. News desk reports no audience reply during the outburst and the station remained silent on further remarks.
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Nore Mae
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Amy Meninginn
Irish Are Not to Fast During Lent
Irish readers are presented with a garbled notice discussing Lent practices and church figures, mentioning Armagh and Cardinal Mancars amid unclear phrases. The fragment references fasting norms and religious commentary without coherent detail.
German air raiders sink ships off Britain's east coast
London reports a frigid North Sea raid by German aircraft as nine vessels were attacked off Britain’s east coast. British and German tallies clash. British say Germany’s claim of 14 ships sunk is absurd. Three German airmen washed ashore near Northumberland, crew of a bomber. The Harlech remains at sea.
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Drubridge
Turkiye Zone Shaken as Death Toll Rises Across Conflict
Early reports describe widespread destruction as fighting erupts in the Turkish zone. Authorities confirm dozens of casualties and extensive damage. The clash involves multiple factions, with refugees fleeing toward safer areas amid disputed claims of responsibility. Officials warn of continued instability and urge calm as aid agencies mobilize to assist affected residents.
Japs Seek Oil From Mexico In Major Deal Report
United States oil circles say Japan seeks to obtain about 7.9 million barrels of oil from Mexico through a cash and barter agreement. The plan would use roughly one third of Mexico's available oil surplus.
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Japaneas
Mexico
Weak Banks Wiped Out Says Deposit Insurance Agency
The Deposit Insurance Agency reports 60 insured banks have been weeded out as part of a broad rehab plan. About 87200 and 393,000 depositors are affected, with progress near completion as early months of 1940 are anticipated. The agency notes a rise in mergers and consolidations among banks, with 169 members and 32 failures among the 400s observed.
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