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Kingsport Times

Location

Kingsport, Tennessee, United States of America

Date

Jul 26, 1939

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Leaders Fight Off Assaults On Loan Plan

Washington July 26 The administration defends a $2.46 billion public works loan plan amid Senate debate. Senate leaders push to unite Democrats, while House resistance grows. Amendments and caucus tactics shape progress on funding, with specific loan allocations outlined for public works rail equipment and farm tenancy programs.

Washington Senate Barkley Kentucky House Ways and Means Anl House Democrate Rules Committee Senate Republicans Congress

Weather Update Tennessee Kentucky Virginia Patchy Showers

Tennessee shows generally warm with isolated thunder showers Thursday afternoon. Kentucky expects showers tonight and Thursday. Virginia reports local thunderstorms tonight and warm through Thursday, with extreme southern areas and continued warm conditions.

Tennessee Kentucky Grortion

London Station Bomb Shocks City Shortly After Commons Debates

A bombing at a major London rail hub injured several and killed one, blamed on the illegal Irish Republican Army. The blast shattered the baggage area, blew glass and debris across about 40 yards, as guards and patrons scrambled amid panic. Donald Campbell died hours after sustaining injuries, and the incident followed Home Secretary Hoare's Commons remarks on terror plans.

London Donald Campbell Injisties Home Sir Simuel Hoare House of Commons King's Cra Landau

Lewis Targets Building Industry in Labor Split

Washington July 26—A. D. Lewis launches a bid to challenge AFL dominance in construction by forming the United Construction Workers Organizing Committee with his brother as head. The move pits new CIO rivals against AFL leaders and signals a fresh front in the ongoing labor war.

Washington Lewis AFL CIO United Construction Workers Organizing Committee A. D. Lewis Lews APL Federation High Command CTG Beeny Corpiriguten Iey Ito Ean Lia

Hot and Cold Grable Coogan Romance Reaches Tense Chill

Molly Woop reports that Jackie Coogan and Betty Grable show a repeated hot and cold pattern. In San Francisco Betty claims no separation and no divorce plans, while Jackie says they are not living together and hints at separation. The pair have faced public tiffs during recent tours, with past episodes not easing their dispute.

Molly Woop Jackie Coogan Betty Grabte Betty Jackie Tom Scherme San Francigco Coogen Tam Elas Tiff Durini

Velma West Captured After Escape From Ohio Prison

Velma West, a 32 year old fugitive who fled a prison after 11 years, was arrested in Dallas with Mary Ellen Richaredy, a Cincinnati robbery convict. Detectives J J Daniel and G Buchanan stopped them in the Market section after a tip, with West planning to return voluntarily to reform school. West described her limited glimpse of freedom and said she wanted to walk back into confinement, while both women cited learning the world’s changes during their three weeks away.

Dallas Texas Velma West Hainer Ghia Mrs. Westman Mary Ellen Richaredy Cincinnati Will Brearms Manrket J. J, Daniel G. Buchanan Liam Daniel West Ohio Florence Sheline Virginia Bran Florence Velma Vest

Curtailment of WPA Projects Likely in States

Washington July 26 WPA officials said a study of relief art in operation indicates some states may curtail projects materially after the first, as local contributions may be required but the state total must reach 25 percent of outlay. Officials warned next year fewer communities could contribute beyond the 25 percent minimum, conflicting with earlier beliefs that better resources could exceed the limit.

Washington WPA Rermain

Grand jury probes Harlan shootings amid picket clashes

In Harlan County, a special grand jury investigates a string of July killings tied to coal mining labor strife. Two men died and several were wounded after a July clash between pickets and guards during UMW negotiations. Authorities seek to identify those responsible and review the broader disorder surrounding the contract dispute and its Knoxville settlement.

Tiargan National Guards Rentin Apo Special Grand Jury Tarlan County United Mine Workers CIG Knoxville Veni Fares M. Gilbert Flarlancoun Union Loder Heh Olthase George Tithe Kinasuner

AMA Acquitted On US Monopoly Charges

Federal court rejected government claims that the American Medical Association violated the Sherman Act. Justice James M. Proctor upheld a defense demurrer, ruling the AMA and related defendants were not engaged in trade under the anti trust law. Indictments from 1948 accused the AMA and 21 others of conspiring to restrain trade to hamper Group Health Association. The decision leaves appeal possible, with Solicitor General Jackson on vacation.

Washington Federal District Court James M. Proctor AMLA AMA District At Columbia Justice Department A.A. the Medical Society of District of Columbia Washington Academy of Surgery Harris County Texas Medical Society Group Health Association, Inc Bexechinerib Robert H. Jackson Justice Proctor

Budget for Scott held inadequate by state official

Richmond Va Truly 28 P Dr Sidney Wall state superintendent said Scott county board of supervisors budgeted an inadequate amount for public school costs but the state would still provide its share. He noted the board assumed responsibility for the budget and set an appropriation 922 000 less than last year, with 70 percent from state funds and 30 percent local required by law. Scott Nodlin said the county budget omits later figures. the state stands ready to send 72 percent of what is decided.

Richmond Sidney Wall Scott County Bard of Supervisors Hail Board of Supervisors Hall Leete County Limes Gate City A. Scott Nodlin Scott ‘County

Last Minute News Flashes and Political Setbacks

Washington reports show the House defeated a waterway regulation attempt by the wardways bloc. Hope for rail aid faded as leaders abandoned hopes for quick action on transportation legislation. Sayre nominated to serve as high commissioner to the Philippine Islands, replacing McNutt.

Houser Washington House Wardways Hill Interstate Commerce Commission Congress Rep. Rayburn Senate Chamber

Eight Leap From Hotel Fire Leaves One Dead in Linden

Eight people on the third floor of the New George hotel fled a blaze today. One man, L. Lumemus of Paris, Texas, died after leaping from a window. Seven others, including a woman, jumped to nearby structures or to the ground. Hotel owner R. T. Fant and operator’s wife Mrs J L Trammel suffered injuries amid the chaotic escape.

Linden Tex New George L. & Lumemus Paris Tes J. L. Trammel R. T. Fant Fant

Neutrality not the path to peace says Rabbi Feinstein

Rabbi Abraham Feinstein told an overflow Rotarian crowd at the Kingsport Inn that neutrality leads to war and that America must back Congress in repealing or modifying neutrality laws. He warned of a coming European conflict, urging united support for Britain and warning that Germany may seize Danzig and Polish lands, with the United States likely to aid if war breaks out.

Abraham Feinstein Kingsport Inn America Congress Franklin Roosevelt People of the Union Rabbi Feinstein Hiller Germany Danzig Russia Poland Ukraine England France Europe United States Britain Feinstein

Officials Say U S Planes Rank High

Washington July 26 Officials say American military planes are at least the equal of the best abroad despite the army flying fortress bombers not matching German and Italian records. A big bomber averaged 204 miles an hour on a test course from Langley to Floyd Bennett via Bolling and reached 200.9 mph on the second 1000 kilometer lap. Another four motor bomber reached 24 800 feet altitude while the German record stands at 30 540 feet. The story notes no direct comparison but references Severs score British Blenheim bombers.

Washington Jangley Field Bolling Field Floyd Bennett Airport New Yore Junkers Severs U. S&s

Britain optimistic over Soviet pact

London reports say the British government has sent new instructions to diplomats in Moscow and expects to announce a mutual assistance pact with France and the Soviet Union. Chamberlain indicated staff talks with Russia may begin within ten days, with collaboration from Britain, France, and Russia.

London France Russia Moscow Chamberlain Corain William Leeds Leeds Britain Goebb Berlin der Angriff Japan China Tokyo Foreign Office Chiang Kai-Sheh Chungking Chiang

Japan moves to strengthen navy over Sakhalin dispute

Japan call up 1890 naval reservists and announce a new squadron as tensions with Russia over Sakhalin escalate. Observers link maneuvers to the Sino British and Moscow talks while Britain and France push staff discussions. Shanghai garbage dispute adds regional unease.

Japan Great Britain Asia Soviet Russia Russia Sakhalin Island Ruasis Yonal Sakhalin Tokyo Britain East Asia Soviet Admiralty Mitsumega Yonai Naval Inisher Uran Yonai Serlius Navy Siberia Moscow Gakhalin

Youngster Victor In Hight Day Fight For Life

A 12 year old boy, Donald Fendler, was found after eight days lost on Mount Katahdin and was carried by canoe down the Penobscot river toward Bangor hospital. He was reunited with his mother, Mrs. Donald Fendler, on the river bank after a canoe party heard the downriver call. The rescue party included Dr. Ernest T. Young and others. the family, led by his father, awaited near Grandstone to meet him near Staeyville.

Victor Sherman Fendler Rye Maine Done Ald Fendler Penobscot Graidstone Nelson MieMnam Vetera Mount Katahdin Donald Fendler New York Canoa Ernest T. Young Owen Grank Harold Fenvier Arthur Ryan Yongers McMearn Jour Staeyville Gangor

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