Hull warns on East Indies status amid Far East tensions
Secretary of State Hull signals the fragile East Indies situation as Allied fleets warn Japan may seize the Indies if Germany takes Holland. Observers read hints in Arita's comments as Japan pursues independence from Western powers, echoing a Far East Monroe Doctrine.
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Democratic First Lady Hesitates to Move to White House
The 1940 campaign era sees several leading nominees’ wives reluctant to become First Lady. Bess Farley resents Washington duties and prefers New York. Cordell Hull’s wife cites health concerns and favors keeping him at work. John Nance Garner’s wife values her long-time role as secretary and adviser and unlikely to quit it. Republican wives show more eagerness. Martha Taft actively supports her husband’s bid and would embrace Washington life if he is elected.
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Oxygen mask shows dramatic relief for heart pain
Dr Edward W Bol of Los Angeles reports in the Journal of the American Medical Association that inhaling high concentrations of oxygen from 80 to 100 percent provides complete relief from severe angina and coronary thrombosis pain when narcotics fail. The method promises a powerful tool against serious heart diseases.
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Los Angeles
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Candidate slate announced for district governor race
The tary District announced today that Vernon Baker of Lumberton was a candidate for district governor Ed K Willis of Concord and Hal W Little of Wadesboro also are candidates.
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Vernon Baker
Lumberton
Ed K. Willis
Concord
Hal W. Little
Wadesboro
Hugh Herbert Wins Damages in Film Suit
Los Angeles April 18 film comedian Hugh Herbert awarded 10863.25 dollars in a jury verdict against Consolidated Film Industries Inc for injuries from a December 20 1938 auto truck collision that allegedly reduced his earning power as an actor.
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Officers' retirement fund district meeting set
Durham April 18 A district meeting of peace officers will be held April 26 to discuss the state officers' retirement fund.
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Neutrals Threatened by Allies Warned by Pravda
Pravda asserts Belgium and Holland neutrality is in danger and hints Allies threaten small states. It quotes a Dutch diplomat claiming the Netherlands East Indies are at risk and urges neutrality be backed by strength. The piece notes pressure on small states and mentions Allied fronts in other territories.
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Tulip Festival Opens in Washington
The Fourth annual Tulip Festival opens in Washington today and runs through tomorrow. A separate note states that sleighing on the High Road is banned in Letterkenny Ulster.
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Letterkenny
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Faison Lions Club Banquet Invites NC Gubernatorial Candidates
North Carolina gubernatorial candidates have been invited to speak at the Faison Lions Club ladies night banquet on May 2. Neil Hester of Raleigh, district governor, will serve as toastmaster.
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Faison Lions Club
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Raleigh
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