15 Jun 1939
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Newspaper
Lebanon Daily Reporter
Location
Lebanon, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jun 15, 1939
Page
1
The state adopts a nearly identical traffic code across the region with minor variations from prior practice. Details note a standardized approach to signage and enforcement as of July 1, with continued discussion on page 4.
Ithaca engineers describe a portable experimental machine weighing 18 pounds that duplicates radio range signals and two way radio communication without a ground station. The device uses a vacuum tube oscillator to produce a thousand cycle tone and a cam switched output for letters A and N, creating an overlapped monotone for pilot training.
The article notes Blackberry Winter as a late spell of cold weather affecting expectations for summer heat. Forecasters warn that the cold snap may persist around Hog Day, with berry harvests and agricultural timing described in rural terms.
Indiana leaders debate whether Senator Minton will back Paul V McNutt for president or seek renomination to the Senate. Reports from Washington say he may aim for a vice presidential slot, though Minton insists he seeks another term as senator.
Washington reports a proposal by Spain to purchase 14.6 million dollars of American surplus cotton precipitating a debate among Treasury and Federal Reserve officials. Spain aims to finance via RFC credits and to acquire at least a large bale lot, while opposition cites risk to repayment and a potential impact on gold and currency policies.
Smoke and flames continue to smoulder at the Rosenbaum grain elevator complex as workers haul in equipment to battle stubborn embers. The fire, delayed by wind, keeps burning with no clear extinguishment date. authorities and crews tighten containment while salvage efforts proceed.
Tokyo reports Seyukai, a major party, adopted a resolution for a formal declaration of war on China. Observers note this may be a diplomatic tactic to force recognition of belligerent status, affecting arms sales and naval actions. The army high command would decide such a step with the throne’s approval, amid ongoing Tientsin blockade tensions and calls for strengthened Western pressure on Japan.
Aldershot in vital war region proved blackout plan effective under wartime conditions. Lighting controlled as civilians dimmed lights, rail depots minimized, blinds drawn, and air awareness trained. Thousands participated in ground exercises showing the zone’s air concealment potential for surrounding towns and civil centers.
Prapa Khon of the Water Labor Net reports that the revision of the Labor Act was definitively abandoned today as Senate and House labor committees will continue hearings. Leaders in the fight mapped plans for a congressional investigation of the National Labor Relations Board and to push action in the session opening next January. Chairman Mary T. Norton said hearings cannot be completed and the revision bill acted on before July 15, the session adjournment date. The committee heard applications from SO with saw ho Mat de Pour.
New York on June 15 saw the market fall from the open and drop one to nearly five points in late trading. Volume rose to above 600,000 shares as blue chips led losses, with American Telephone down nearly five points. The downturn followed a break below a support point in the industrial averages, triggering further selling from cautious investors.
Notice seeks furnished rooms or apartments to house 150 men. Contact Risch Stevenson at the Chamber of Commerce or at the City building by telephone or in person, by November 7.
James Perkins 10 heads Lions Club as new officers chosen for the coming year. Olen Simmons and James P Swiggatt named vice presidents, Clyde Perkins vice president, Dr Ivan Teiltwinter and Wiiers on, Lion tamer, Darrell wi Loren Wing among directors. JH Hall renamed secretary treasurer. A referendum will decide weekly or semi monthly meetings. Plans for an amateur boxing show in Lebanon at Memorial Park discussed.
Washington reports President Roosevelt sent to the Senate the nomination of Rear Admiral Harold R Stark for chief of naval operations to succeed Admiral William D Leahy, who becomes Governor of Puerto Rico, amid a string of national and labor notes.
Washington June 15 John L. Lewis head of the CIO declares labor peace with the AFL impossible as he faults Roosevelt for pushing peace talks and refuses to negotiate while urging a more radical drive, signaling the CIO’s stance amid the three year civil war.
Washington June 18 The business appeasement tax bill proposes repeal of the undistributed profits tax and a flat 10 percent income levy on corporations earning more than 25000 annually. House Ways and Means subcommittee on taxation unanimously approved it. Chairman Poughton called for full committee to meet tomorrow to finalize approval. The bill would be brought to the house floor Monday with expectation of swift passage to the senate.
Berlin report says thirteen people were killed and about twenty injured when the Berlin to Prague Express derailed while rY passes through Sudetenland.
Tokyo announces a firm blockade stance in Amoy and rejects any patched compromise at Tientsin. U S Admiral Yarnell arrives Monday as tensions rise with Britain over North China policy and potential economic reprisals.
Colfax resident Mrs Wells was sentenced to a year and a day in jail by Judge Robert Baltzell after her custody transfer from Lebanon for a narcotic prescription. The sentence was suspended. Wells faced charges of forging the name of a Covington man to obtain drugs via a Lebanon druggist.
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