Weather outlook across the Carolinas and Georgia shows little change
Official weather records for 24 hours ending May 1 show scattered showers in the after and tonight period across North and South Carolina and Georgia. Temperatures ranged from the mid 60s to mid 80s with overnight lows in the 60s as cotton grower regions report mostly warm, unsettled conditions.
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Hitler’s looming air offensive and Mediterranean aims
The article argues Hitler plans a major air and invasion effort to blunt British sea power and threaten Russia. It suggests a large air offensive to support a possible invasion of the British Isles or a push toward the Caucasus, with emphasis on Mediterranean control and weakening Allied naval strength.
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Isles
Gubernatorial race viewed amid low interest and fuel strains
Edwin GI recalls legislative days as candidates solicit money while capital politics face a dull primary. In a year with few local races and transportation shortages, predictions point to a record low turnout, with Bailey Fountain as the sole focal point amid waning enthusiasm.
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Senate
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Fountain
Fountainites
Helium embargo and wartime submarine news shape early war era
The United States refuses to sell Germany non inflammable helium, leaving the country with the only practicable supply. A May 1937 Hindenburg disaster is recalled as context. Ottawa reports a submarine entered the St Lawrence River and sank a freighter. Navy blimps add coastal patrols, aiding planes and fast craft in tracking Nazi subs.
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Rosendahl
Hindenberg
Lakehurst
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Ottawa
St. Lawrence River
Fierce air war outlook in New Guinea defense drive
Island commanders indicate reinforcements of buffer air forces stationed at Ra Baul New Britain and Lae New Guinea. Allied 10 day campaign wiped out Zero fighters in the New Guinea sky. Stockton forecasts air activity to rise on both sides in coming days.
Reds Page One Continued Dispatches On War Efforts
A foggy report details strengthening Red fleet units and a British ministry note about whaler vessels outfitted for mine sweeping delivered to Russians at Murmansk after sailing through ice and mist. The piece also notes a large use of rubber and rubber synthetics in aircraft production and mentions bombing efforts.
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Ministry of Information
Murmangk
McKENNEY ON BRIDGE: A BRIDGE COLUMN
William McKenney discusses world championship Masters Individual play where top players are expected to bid perfectly. On Jorkay's hand declarers at two of nine tables misplayed, costing 1700 points. West's strong play earned a lead and decisive advantage.
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Bridge misplay leads to four spades and diamonds misfired
A bridge hand ends in a messy sequence as South misplays and North ruffs a diamond. South finesses, West discards wrong cards, and North overruffs. Declarer later leads into major trumps. North wins the first trick and maintains control despite errors.
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Jury to hear case against J C Champion today
Henderson May 13. A superior court jury was expected to receive the case of J C Champion former county A B C enforcement officer charged with the slaying of Policeman William Reid Jr last December Champion testified yesterday that he shot Reid in self defense after Reid had struck him several times in the face The men had argued over who would be the next sheriff.
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Williamy Reid
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Berlin Front Report Details German Advance and Fortifications
The dispatch says Allied artillery could not hinder the German advance while roads and ships faced constant bombardment. It asserts air superiority over the peninsula and describes Tussian defenses near Parapatsch, a port and factory hub with steel mills and arms plants. Fortifications include deep tank trenches and multi line works.
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Gasoline rationing spurs Westchester protests and nationwide curtailment
Motorists in Westchester faced gates and limited B-3 ration cards amid broader fuel limits. Mayor La Guardia urged nationwide equality in gas burden, while the War Production Board announced oil delivery cuts extending to 15 mid western states starting June 15.
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Bailey Says Allies Will Be Victorious
Senator Josiah Bailey told a Chapel Hill audience that humanity and all its hopes are at stake in the present war. He warned that either the Allies or the Axis must overwhelm the others and affirmed America fights for liberation under the Atlantic Charter. He noted millions of American volunteers and a growing trained army, predicting victory for the United Nations and urging high faith and cheer.
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United Nations
RAF bomb Jap airport in Akyab and Burma reconnaissance
MONGKO Delhi reports the RAF bombed Jap held Akyab airport early today likely destroying two planes and conducted reconnaissance in support of the British Army in northern Burma. India estimates 5,000 to 6,000 British troops still active from an original force of 30,000 to 40,000. There is a risk of Japanese movement into eastern Bengal via the Chin Hills. Chinese action behind Japanese lines in northeast Burma suggests dispersed Fifth Army units are moving toward China and India.
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Minimum pay raise plan advances in House procedure
The House pushed a voice vote on the base pay bill, proposed by Rep Ran kin D Miss, to avoid a potential postwar “bonus fight.” The measure would raise monthly pay for privates and apprentice seamen from 30 to 50 dollars and for first class privates and second class seamen from 36 to 54 dollars, with other base pay and allowances unchanged.
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Bombers Hit Akyab Airdrome in Burma
British communiqué says Pitraf bombers attacked the Akyab airdrome in Burma in the early hours of May 13, causing heavy damage and disrupting air operations. Royal forces reported air superiority over the region with no immediate information on Allied casualties.
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Brooks Addresses Dental Society At Banquet Session
In Greensboro on May 13 14 Aubrey L Brooks addressed the North Carolina Dental Society at its annual banquet declaring world democracy at stake and vowing America and allies will prevent a return to dark ages. The 68th annual three day meeting closed with technical sessions as more than 600 dentists and members of the North Carolina Dental Assistants Association attended.
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North Carolina Dental Assistants’ Association
Youth Who Shot Mother Captured In North Carolina
Sixteen year old George Clyde Hengy Jr who said he shot his mother to death in Corpus Christi Texas last Friday was captured after a car wreck in Roanoke Rapids North Carolina. Officers report he confessed and described taking his three year old sister and the family dog along, traveling across the south and sleeping in the car. A juvenile delinquency charge was filed in Corpus Christi and he was being held as his sister was placed with Lt Rochelle’s relatives. A separate Madrid dispatch notes Spanish unions signing up workers for Germany with Nazi transportation paid.
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Billroy's Comedians Bring Star Cast To High Point May 18
One night only event features Billroy's Comedians with a tented theatre and a lineup of fifteen vaudeville acts. Helen Franklin, a leading beauty, headlines among the cast and is noted for winning a major Miami beauty contest. The show bills as a premier touring attraction in America.
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Congressmen urge fast action on gas masks for workers
In Washington on May 13 Congress pressed for rapid deployment of gas masks for industrial workers and civilians amid fears of potential European gas warfare. Senators Hill Barkley and Gal weighed risk and retaliation, while Churchill warned of practicable aerial gas raids and Germany’s potential response.
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Nelson Urges Coal Users to Stock Up
Washington May 13 coal rationing may be needed due to transport problems unless consumers build up stockpiles quickly. War production chief Donald M. Nelson warns in an open letter that coal users should stock up to storage limits. He notes that next winter will see higher consumption and stresses planning mining and transportation to keep operations running smoothly.
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Army Plans Recruiting for Woman's Auxiliary Corps
Washington May 13 The Army announced plans to recruit up to 12 000 women for the Woman's Army Auxiliary Corps immediately after President Roosevelt signs the act authorizing the volunteer corps. War department officials told Congress there is an urgent need for about 12 000 auxiliaries with roughly 10 000 to join the air raid interceptor command. The corps could reach 150 000 members aged 21 to 45 under the legislation, which completed its congressional course by Senate passage yesterday.
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Auto, Truck and Tire Dealers to Get Help
Thousands of dealers in automobiles, trucks, tires and other rationed goods may receive relief as the government authorizes the Reconstruction Finance Corporation to lend on or buy rationed articles. Loans cover cost plus a fair return for transport, storage and servicing and buyers may be paid retail price if unsold after 18 months. Prices fixed by the Office of Price Administration.
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Clock Center Features Twin Erde At Broadhurst
Movie listings show Clock Center presenting Twin Erde and Ice Synth American at Broadhurst with showtimes 1:10 2.50 4.30 6.18 and 8.00 as scheduled.
Doctors to Elect Officers at Worthy Vase Medical Society
The Worth vase Medical Society’s final session in Charlotte on May 13 featured election of a president-elect, with Dr. James W. Vernon of Morganton likely to be chosen. Raleigh entered a strong bid to host the 1943 meeting as sectional meetings were scheduled and noted physicians from UNC, Bowman Gray, and other institutions spoke on public health, gynecology, general practice, and oral hygiene.
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Democrats 10 Meet in Thom asville Thursday Night
A Democratic voters meeting is set for Thursday night at eight in the City courtroom to elect precinct chairmen. George L. Hundley was re-elected chairman and Howard Steed re-elected secretary of the Thom asville township Democratic organization. Plains are the.
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Thomasville Township
Howard Steed
Plains
Delegation from Thomasville to attend Lexington convention
A large Thomasville delegation will travel to Lexington this Saturday for the Davidson County convention. The effort aims to support local candidates and participate in party activities during the gathering.
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Governor Commences Protest Over Gas Rationing in NC
Governor Broughton faced broad support by letter telegram and in person for opposing gas rationing. Messages from cities civic groups and citizens poured in as Rep John Folger called the process bumblesome. He cited Henderson and noted North Carolina receives about 50 million gallons of gasoline monthly.
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