Weather outlook for North Carolina shows cooling tonight then warmer in SW and mountains
Partly cloudy and cold with slight warming in the southwest and mountains. Tonight and Friday inland sections will see increasing clouds and possible rain in the west. Winds vary from moderate northerly becoming easterly from Hatteras to Jacksonville to sharp northwest at Sandy Hook to Hatteras with diminishing impact.
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Roosevelt Swings Continues on Navy Cruise
The article notes President Roosevelt maintains close contact with home and abroad during a vacation that could end at any time. White House officials say the trip may be cut short if needed and mention considerations of the Navy radio system and isolation.
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Roosevelt May View Neutrality Patrols and Caribbean Cruise
As war loomed in Europe, President Roosevelt faced speculation over whether he would sail into American neutrality patrol zones or observe naval drills. The Lang and Jouett escorted the Tuscaloosa on a planned voyage while 22 vessels cruised to Venezuelan ports and the Netherlands West Indies. Thousands of sailors trained at Culebra Island as authorities kept plans confidential amidst talk of possible trips to Mexican and Central American shores.
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Senator urges shift to international law over Neutrality Act
In a recent interview the senator argued for operating under international law to allow search and seizure of contraband ships. He cited U S wartime practice and said Allies may lawfully search ships. Glass backed the Neutrality Act to end the arms embargo, while criticizing provisions restricting U S commerce with belligerents.
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Germany asserts right to sink neutral ships under contraband controls
A German spokesman argued that Germany held a technical right to sink neutral vessels if contraband controls were violated. The remark followed reports that four German submarines targeted ships enforcing contraband rules.
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Clark Offers on exposing Hollywood and inauguration delays
Rep Rankin explains possible presidential election by the House if no electoral majority occurs and a joint committee is created to arrange the inauguration. He warns of time pressure due to the lame duck amendment fixing January 20 as the inauguration date. Navy Department quietly seeks to restore budget slashes totaling 111,699,000.
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Navy budget fight narrows as Stark warns of shortfall
Admiral Harold R. Stark told the House Naval Committee that the 966 million outlay would not fund the navy for the year starting July 1. He secured only a promise to restore some of 224 eliminated aircraft. Roosevelt hopes battleship funds will be restored. House plans more debate as Indian legislation shifts agenda. Senate reviews treasury post office bill below expected levels. Labor Board hearings pause with possible Wagner Act amendments debated. Ways and Means backs a three year extension of reciprocal trade program to serve national interests.
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Finland Confronts Soviet Onslaught On Isthmus Front
Finnish leaders claim the main line holds on the Isthmus while Finns report heavy Soviet losses and thousands of enemy casualties. Russian forces push through snowfields as Finnish partisans use puukko knives in close combat amid bombardments. President Kyosti Kallio appeals for foreign aid while promising continued resistance despite overwhelming odds.
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Special Stockholders Meeting of Atlantic Building & Loan
A special meeting of the stockholders of the Atlantic Building and Loan Association will be held March 4, 1940 at 7 30 P M at Security Bank Building High Point NC. Purpose includes electing a Board of Directors and considering amendments to the Constitution and By-Laws and other business. Secretary EB C Cridlebaugh signs.
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Security Bank
High Point
North Carolina
Board OF Directors
Eb.c. Cridlebaugh
To Dye Or Not To Dye
Alicia Hart surveys hair dye dilemmas for women facing gray strands and seeks practical guidance. Experts advise a natural match and timely retouches, noting frequent salon visits and careful consideration of personal image.
Flashes Of Lifes Abridged From AP Newswire
Pittsburgh woman Vir Weisz, 52, is robbed by a pickpocket who instructs her to walk on the opposite side of the highway. The thief steals two purses, cash, and two pairs of glasses. A Missouri farmer finds a missing cow ten days later after a neighbor call. A Missouri couple reports a cat and rat incident in a barrel. San Francisco man F Oldis reunites with his sweetheart after 43 years and plans Honolulu honeymoon. German fuel dealers report lower coal deliveries amid the current era.
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