Briton Proposes World Bank Plan For Expanding Trade
A British white paper by Lord Keynes outlines an International clearing union to fund global trade via a new Bancor currency. It envisions fixed borrowing quotas, flexible credit limits, and local currency stabilization, with governance differing from the U S plan and no fixed total capital.
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United Nation
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U. S. Treasury
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New Jersey Firm Plans Royalty Free Aviation Gas Patents
A supplemental action announced today seeks to extend royalty free licenses on synthetic rubber and related patents to allow small refineries to produce aviation gasoline using a low cost process. The move, before Federal District Judge William F Smith in Newark, aims to enable broader participation in the postwar aviation fuel program and other motor materials.
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Wn Lowerast
Federal
Jixige Wiliam FP
Fimith
Newark
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Nat Maver
Alan Caver
Wiel
Political Leeches Defy You to Run Your City
An advocacy piece charges Mayor Gus B. Mauermann and city officials with stalling to block a council-manager reform. It urges residents to petition for an election, calls for immediate action to call the vote, and demands accountability from city hall figures amid charges of corruption and inefficiency.
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Petition Drive Seeks Public Vote On City Plan
Petitions to waive to a city vote on a planning proposal were submitted and will be turned to the city council this weekend. Jesse N. Fletcher, petition circulation chairman, said a large sign-up round-up is in progress and urged remaining residents to sign. He noted local enthusiasm exceeds expectations and emphasized the signers merely gain a chance to discuss the plan before May 14 vote. Headquarters for Citizens’ Association organizing the drive are in the Gunter Building on East Manston Street.
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North Africa
Guadalcanal
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San Antonio
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Ann Fldy
Elle Gero
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United States
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Transit Company Not in Politics Says Lang in San Antonio
Lang, general manager of the Transit Company, told Mayor Mauermann that company officials were not involved in politics and had no plans to enter political matters. He noted Lans’s assurances and asserted the company is not interested in influencing civic propositions despite a meeting with city leaders.
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Texas Official Hurt in Tub Fall
A Texas official suffered injuries in a tub accident as Lt. Governor John Lee Smith and others discussed the raised concerns. The incident occurred yesterday amid remarks on a charter remaking and ongoing senate business with Smith appearing as presiding officer.
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British in New Burma Setback
A British setback on the Burma front was disclosed as Marshal Wavell’s legions fell back on the Mayu peninsula to counter a threat from Japanese forces moving in from the north. British forces withdrew three miles northwest of the Mayu peninsula to Kyau Apandu, while other units held positions in the hills. American Liberator bombers renewed attacks on the Paungdaung bridge linking Rangoon rail traffic.
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Slacks Look Nice, Judge Decides
Kath ryn Hinrs and her mother Dorothy Kelley appeared in divorce court wearing slacks after work from a late plant, seeking leniency. Judge Charles S. Burnell complimented their appearance and permitted the attire, remarking they looked very nice in slacks.
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INS
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Dorothy Kelley
Divorce Teaure
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Brazil Air Force Sinks 7th U-Boat
Aviation Minister Salgado Filha announced that the Brazilian air force sunk its seventh U-boat, credited to Brazilian aircraft built in the United States. The bi-motored lander reportedly attacked near Rio de Janeiro, pursuing an unidentified target and firing four bombs.
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Joaquin Eed Balgado
Chinese Repulse Jap Kinhwa Attack Near Kinhwa
Chinese high command says a Jap counter-attack west of Kinhwa was repulsed with over 100 attackers killed. The March 27 clash preceded a subsequent Chinese success at top positions near Kinhwa. Reports also mention regular poetic activity on the fringes of the occupied territory. Educator Dies in Missouri Governor Mount Vernon Iowa Dr John Benjamin Magen 54 president of Cornell College died of a heart attack at Excelsior Springs Missouri yesterday.
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U Boats Wrecked by Forts Raid Headlines Bombing Blitz
British and American air attacks strike German submarine yards and facilities. Seven of fifteen U boats under construction at Wiepseack Maureh damaged, two nearly complete and two far advanced, with mid May launch prospects uncertain. Additional strikes hit Renault works near Paris, Hamton rally station, Rennes naval stores, and Wilhelmshaven harbor. RAF assessment notes growing night raid effort without alarming losses.
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Germans Using Interceptor Sub Uses New U-Boat Tactics
The Daily Mail reports German U boats sped to 31 knots and employ a submarine acting as a sentinel to guide wolf packs into Allied convoy routes, creating new tactics in the Atlantic showdown.
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Lupe Velez Suffering Kidney Illness At Home
Actress Lupe Velez, after a two week illness, collapsed at her studio and was taken home. A physician diagnosed her with a kidney ailment, though details remain unclear.
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Forecast for La Amante Texas Wednesday Winds and Showers
Little change in temperature across Wednesday with a slight warm in the far east at night. East Texas may see a tile in temperature, scattered showers in Worthwest and extreme north areas, with gusty winds and unsettled conditions through afternoon and night.
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Yanks Break Through In North Africa Advance Near Gabes
Allied reports say the British Eighth Army pierced Asis hill and advance north of Gabes while American forces mop up German units near Diebel Mallia and push east of El Gudar. A coordinated thrust targets Rommel with 40 miles of linkage toward Montgomery’s forces, capturing hundreds of Axis troops as air and ground attacks hit Tuinis Ragusa Messina.
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Berlin Raid Blasts Factories and Offices, Robberies
The air ministry reported reconnaissance photos show 30 large factories and central business blocks in Berlin damaged or destroyed in the March 1 raid. West and southwest districts bore the heaviest loss including warehouses, railway facilities, and a major engineering building. Berlin threatened retaliation followed by a harsher war response.
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Brit-11air
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Reilly
RB. A. F
Syourbno
Poultry Raiser Suits Highlight OPA Ceiling Violations
San Antonio officials report new injunction suits accusing poultry dealers of violating the Office of Price Administration ceiling on poultry prices. Plaintiffs name several firms and individuals including B. Polansky and Jacob Brandt, alleging buyers were charged above OPA limits and driven out of business after shortages and price controls. The suits detail alleged schemes to set prices above approved ceilings and claim dealers failed to observe the rules, prompting monetary claims and business closures.
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U S Planes Launch Raids on Kiska in Aleutians
The navy said army bombers resumed strikes on Japanese positions in the Aleutians with more attacks on Kiska and an assault on Vila. The count of air raids on Kiska this month rose to 17, with ongoing central Pacific operations featuring four motored Liberator and twin engine Mitchell bombers escorted by Lightning and Warhawk fighters.
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Higa
Kiska
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Vila
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Starling Hyves
North Pacific
House Moves to Curb Excessive Profits in War Contracts
Washington date: House naval committee approved legislation to curb excess profits earned by agents for government war contracts. The measure passed 16 to 0 after public hearings where agents admitted large fees. Some profits were noted as high as 20 percent, with commissions reaching millions.
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