Ireland Will Stay Neutral, Premier Says
Ireland remains neutral according to Premier Eamon De Valera in a wide interview. He defends not surrendering to Britain bases on Ireland’s south and west coast, arguing ports were returned to their rightful owner and stressing Ireland’s sovereignty and safety. He notes Ireland will strengthen its defense force and seeks arms from allies to deter invasion.
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Thanksgiving dinner costs rise for John Q Pubic in 1939
United Press survey shows the average American family of four would pay about 4.32 for a Thanksgiving meal in 31 states celebrating the holiday tomorrow. Prices for turkey dropped to 44 cents per pound, while other items such as celery and cranberries varied slightly from last year.
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Hungary Joins Axis and Terps Warn Against Bulgarian Action
In a broad wartime update, Hungary joins the Axis while Turkish officials caution against Bulgarian activity. The siege of Birmingham and Coventry raids loom large as London reports limited damage. British cities endure night attacks, with Coventry burying 172 of 400 victims in a common grave as RAF Spitfires pursue a lone Nazi raider. Greek and Yugoslav fronts see gains and heavy losses as Italain defenses hold Koritza amid the Albania corridor fighting.
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St Louis Board Considers School Reform Measure
The St. Louis board of education reviews a reorganization bill to streamline operations and ban relatives of board members from senior posts. It cleared a legislative committee and could reach the state legislature for action.
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Congress Recesses After Forged Roll Call Debate
The house defeated a motion to adjourn, the Republican minority voting solidly against the resolution with 44 Democrats, 2 Progressives, and American Labor in support. President Roosevelt called the result a defeat for Democratic leaders, while a Logan-Walter compromise was rejected as futile. Acheson to report to attorney general on potential legislation in 10 days.
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Road Official Election Held In Miller County
A special election in Bagnell district to fill unexpired road commissioner terms was held after resignations prompted by public protests. Ralph Jones Ed Hicks and Ralph Cotten resigned prompting a full new board. officials deem airing of details unwarranted. Circuit court adjourned. docket includes four civil cases and a divorce filing. Miller County Red Cross Roll Call expands to 16 district chairmen as Mrs. Oligsehlaeger and Mrs. Otto join. October turnover by County Collector Alton Hendricks totals 14858.72.
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Flashes of Life and Local Notices Collide in Quick Snaps
A sequence of brief items from different towns covers a rear‑bannered car sprint, a parking space scam near a university game, a man’s shoulder dislocation after a heated argument, and quirky art scene anecdotes. Local tax and draft details follow, noting October collections, road projects, and Miller county’s draft quota and recent enlistments.
Stamp Club Exhibit Awards Prizes at Jefferson City
Winners in the third annual Central Missouri Stamp Club exhibition held in the Jefferson City Public Library auditorium were announced last night after judging by Dr. Don Silsby of Springfield and Mrs. Silsby. Top prizes went to Pat McIntyre, J. B. Haynes, and others across divisions including U S Mint, used and foreign stamps, covers, and specialized collections.
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Turkey in Every Oven This Thanksgiving
A 1930 turkey crop of 33,000,000 birds and an estimated equal number of families appear in the 1940 census, highlighting widespread holiday poultry consumption and household counts.
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Teddy Bear Inventor Dies in Chicago at 76
Theodore Bear, the inventor of the Teddy bear who gave the cute toy its name, died yesterday at his Chicago home at age 76. The landmark creation grew into a global brand and popular childhood companion. The cause of death was not released.
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