Navy needs larger fleet says Admiral Leahy in testimony
Admiral W D Leahy chief of naval operations told the house appropriations subcommittee that world political conditions in Europe and the Far East are more threatening than last year. He urged increased shipbuilding and basing to bolster national defense warning that China faces major conflicts and could threaten American civilians. The testimony emphasized the need to expand naval facilities at Connecticut and other sites and to prepare for broader deterrence.
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Washington
Jan
Europe
Far East
W. D. Lethy
Casafels
Lewhy
China
Amerigan Ciliacs
Unclear text local incident near Grant and Wallace
Fragmented report notes traffic disruption and vague incidents at Grant and Wallace. Mentions units, witnesses, and complaints from South Side residents. Details are obscured by garbled OCR and unreadable phrases.
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Grant
Def
Wallace
Jeferson
For
South Side
Ares
Half Billion Navy Bill Reported To House
The House committee approved a $259,256,494 navy bill for the next fiscal year, the largest defense appropriation since 1927. The measure, reporting to Congress, includes $363,150 for ship construction and $20,700,000 for armor and armament, funding two new battleships and several cruisers destroyers submarines and aircraft carriers under way or planned.
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Atinual
Seow
Washington
Heike Ap
Tocal
Dudyck
Roosevelt
Sip
Welsh Is Named County Detective
Pant A Welsh 214 Edgewood Avenue sworn in as county detective of Lawrence County for four years. Appointed by Attorney John G Lampree and confirmed by Judges W Walter Graham and Thomas W Dickey Welsh is a life resident of Newle and served in Troop F at the Mexican border in 1916. He later joined Camp Hancock and the 28th Division signal corps, earning a notable wartime record. Page Two.
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Pant A. Welsh
Edgewood Avenue
Lawrence County
John G. Lamperee
W. Walter Raham
Thomas W. Dickey
Welsh
Newle
Hancock
Augusta
Signal Corps
Prante
Officers Reserve Corps
Produce Yards Strike Threat Hits Pittsburgh Area
Jan 17 Pittsburgh produce yards threaten to disrupt fresh fruit and vegetable deliveries within a 100 mile radius. Over 500 workers are idle as talks continue with no agreement in sight to prevent shortages for three days. A tentative plan to resume normal supply hinged on a deal by two parties.
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Tiefecastle
Meywes Pittsburge
Pittsburgh
Ee Olly
Senate Probers To Hear Mayors In Unemployment Inquiry
The Senate committee investigating unemployment plans hearings with mayors from four major cities. Chairman Byrnes says testimony will give a first hand view of relief needs, unemployment figures, and causes of the recession. Mayors Reading Detroit and others slated to testify as the inquiry enters its third week.
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Robert 4
McGill International News Service
Washington
Dan
Senate
Theychard W. Reading
Detroit
Byrnes JD
South Carolina
Wv.a
H. Laguardia
D Burton
Cleveisca
Hague Declines Senate Appointment
Jersey City mayor Frank Hague, age 62, declined a U S Senate appointment offered by retiring Senator Harry A. Moore. Moore becomes governor at midnight as Harold G. Hoffman leaves office. Hague spurned the honor during a private birthday observance in his office.
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International News Service
Jersey City
Frank Hague
U. 1. QO
U. S. Senate
Harry A. Moore
U. S
Jersey
Harold G. Hoffman
Hague
Man And Girl Still Missing In Kane Woods
Kane Pa January 17 The mountainous snow bound McKean county woods conceal the fate of railroad worker 60 year old Vandervaark and Florence Wil his sleeping companion as a 80 year old wife waits at home. A search of cabins by a crew of 200 found tracks and possible signs they perished or left the area.
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Cnnternational News Service
Kane
McKean County
Vandervaark
Florence Wil
Gardeau
Auttomabili
Injuries Fatal To Roy Hinkson
Roy Hinkson, 88, died after a light panel-bodied truck skidded on an icy State Street hill and crashed into a telephone pole. The crash occurred Friday night. he was taken to Jameson Memorial Hospital where he succumbed to brain lacerations Saturday evening. He was the son of Mr and Mrs James Hinksen of 124 North Crawford Avenue.
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Ben Prosser
Welnnt Street
State Street Hill
Roy Hinktsom
James Hinksen
North Craw-ford Avenue
Jameson Memorial Hospital
B.coml
Poqme
Italian Freighter Sends Out S. 0. 8 in distress
Manila January 17 Italian freighter Ischia sent out an S O S via radio stations asking for immediate help. The vessel gave its location 18 north, 10626 east near Hong Kong. The steamer Chung king was heard offering assistance.
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Iiternational News Service
Manila
Italev Ischia
S. O
Aday
Ischie
Longiarde
Hong Ko
Chungking
Woman Claims Self Defense in Murder Case
Detroit dispatch reports Julia Barker, a once wealthy real estate broker, denying police charges after killing her partner. Edith Mae Cummings defends herself in a prolonged police interview, stating self defense amid a 16 hour police standoff and a press crowd.
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iTnte Insvemnal News Service
Detroit
Jan
Julia Barker
Edith Mae Cummings
Ald Midlher
Cummings
Ess
Beaver Jewelry Store Robbed in Beaver Pa
A lone thief looted Kuhnsman Bracne Jewelry Store of about 2900 in watches chains pens and other articles after entering through a skylight wire. Police Chief Harry Ander said the thief was small in stature and no safe was blown. State and county investigators assisted with the case.
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Beaver
Yes
Kuhnsman Bracne
Harry Anderspun
Million Wars Ravage World in Knickerbocker Series
Hon. Knickerbocker reports in International News Service that one million people have died in Abyssinia Spain and China within two years. He details refugees, destroyed centers, and a world on edge, urging America to recognize looming global peril and the need for preparedness.
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Knickerbocker
Ediot
Hon. Knickerbocker
International News
Shanghai
Paris
America
I. K. Knickerbocker Internationl
Neergies
Internation News Service
Faris
Abyssinia
Spain
China
London
Tokyo
Viadivestack
Mestow
Span
Mura Thay
Une
Eorila
Japan
Piftean
State Farm Show With 11 000 Entries At Harrisburg
The State Farm Show, held in Harrisburg, opens as 11 000 entries compete for 7 000s and state prizes. Thousands of visitors are expected over five days to view livestock, produce, and displays while judging begins and prize money totaling thousands is awarded.
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State Farm Show
Harri Burg
Ice
Boy Scouts To Rule District For Day Here
Mayor McGraity backs Civic Day in which Boy Scouts will take over county offices. The district event, set for Saturday February 3, aims to showcase scouting and share in office duties. County offices will host Scout units and present demonstrations, with many local troops participating.
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Boy Scouts
Charlies E. McGraity
Lee Boy Scouts
Gil
Impercuare
Tus Cay
Wali
Teamdhey
Muraday
Feoruars
Apho'simert Jo
Cotaity
Antpty
Sporilion
Missing Man's Body Found After Sled Ride
The body of Santa Fouts, missing since January 6, was found near Weigletown by Earl Allison’s family while sledding toward Reed Armstrong’s home. Police suggest a slip on ice sent him headfirst into a four foot catch basin beside the road, causing a probable skull fracture.
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Missi
Santa Fouts
Earl Allison
Butler
Donale
Rose Mary Allison
Earl Alson
Uaey
Reed Armstrong
Gontinvet
Death Record Fragments From New Castle Area
Fragmented death notices list numerous individuals with ages and streets, including residents at 1315 South Jefferson, 73 New Willington, 34 Carronton Ohio, and 2026 South Mill Street. Names such as Mrs Joseph Martin, William Walker, and Mrs Sarah Griftio appear among scattered entries.
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Robinson
Ock Lawnahil
Warren
James
Chirios Cos
Ranald Edward Rhodes
South Tefferson
Wy Genevivy
Marcovili
Pearson Street
Joseph Martin
New Willington
Daniel D. Oglevee
Carronton
Ohio
William ©. Walker
South Mill Street
Sarah Griftio
Sure
Willie Hunter
Grove
David Rowland
Rope Street
Wallntm
Tsar
Thighland
George Mack
Samuel Fos
New Castle i
Los Angeles
SI North
First Pitched Battle Occurs In South China
China reports the first pitched battle of the war near Canton with major gains claimed on two fronts in north China. Reinforcements rush to Canton district as bombers and warships support operations. 600 Japanese marines reportedly forced to retreat. Japanese positions endangered along river fronts. authorities note ongoing movements around Macao.
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Bulletin
Yerrational Aews Sa Ganghal Jaw
South China
Canton
China
Macao
Posilinas
Nortan
Shasrwa
Chautemps Seeks To Form Cabinet In France
Paris January report notes Prime Minister candidate Chautemps pursuing a new cabinet after political turmoil. The article cites party pressure and present factions as he seeks to assemble a stable government.
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Chautemps
Unclear OCR fragment on local matter
Fragmentary text mentions individuals and places with garbled names. Readable parts reference a public or personal note, with scattered phrases about cards, dates, and actions. Content is too damaged to confirm a coherent event or outcome.
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