The Naked Truth on Un-American Probes and Fire of Parmeles
A column by Benjamin Decassares defends the board of economic warfare after the dismissal of Dr. Maurice Parmelee for alleged radical leanings. It accuses Chairman Dies of smearing officials, notes Parmelee’s and Grattan’s resignations, and argues for the board’s integrity and accountability amid publicity and controversy surrounding anti un-American activities investigations.
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Benjamin Decasseres
Thas Committon
Board of Economic Warfare
Maurice Parmeles
Parmelee
Marlin Dian
Dies
Wallice
Parmeles
G. Hariley Grattan
President Wallace
Ain
Martley Grattan
Paremelee
American Independent Labor Association Expresses Approval
A message from the American Independent Labor Association in Pittsgburg Virginia dated March 23, 1942 notes a unanimous vote of delegates to the sixty third assembly. William Randolph Hearst is mentioned in relation to San Simeon California and the association states its dedication to constitutional government and support for Americanism as described in newspaper editorials.
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Pittgburger
Hox
Hill
Lounsbury Dr
William Randolph
Campaign Called Off Over Davis Salary Token Pay
City council scrap of a proposed $210 monthly salary for Tax Commissioner Ray Davis ends the Bundles for Davis drive. Davis, serving as army major in Fort Worth, had said he would accept May pay only if he stayed. otherwise he would refuse further city payments.
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Ray Davis
Fort Worth
Paul Steffler
Davis
Fly Halk
Davis Drive
Whey
Steffler
GC. K
Quin
P. J. Anderson
Anderson
San Antonio
Nop the Light
MacArthur
Anderton
Wood
Tax Department
Dita
Worth
Ford Worl
Sconnell
Neave
Clty
Department of Taxation
Lse
Witel
Sam Antonio
Quint Goes to Hospital for Tests on Marie Dionne
Marie Dionne, the smallest of the quintuplets, is at Toronto Hospital for Sick Children for electrical tests to assess a muscular ailment in her right thigh. Orthopedic specialist Dr. John MacDonald will determine if a muscular atrophy or progressive condition could lead to a withered leg.
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Toronly
Marie Dionne
Toronto Hospital
John MacDonald
Marie
Oliva
Yvonne
St. Joseph's Hospital
North Bay
Ing
Fbtus
Jestan
Toronto
J. Dayal
Allan Roy Dafoe
Commons Hesitate Over Fuel Rationing Debate
London officials announce that Parliament will debate gas and electricity rationing before any orders to enforce supplies. The day saw strong opposition grow after the government outlined a rationing plan, with officials signaling further discussion on timing and scope.
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London
Coinsining
Rail Officers Freed by Jury in Labor Case
A federal jury acquitted George P. McMenr Jr Superintendent Harlan Jt. Best and Trainmaster Brice Gifs ford of attempting to disrupt local organizing at the Toledo Peaint and Western railroad. Government alleged threats aimed at stopping union activity under the Railway Labor Act amid a major cross‑country freight dispute.
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McNear
Harlan Jt. Best
Brice Gifsford
Calovia
Broithuriach
Railyord
Fear and intrigue as Laval aims at Madagascar
Reports from London and Washington describe a heated scramble over Madagascar amid mass arrests of De Gaullists and speculation that France under Premier Laval may cede the island to Japan. United States diplomats are relocated in Africa, while Vichy denies major naval transfers as Tokyo’s influence grows.
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Madagascar
Francs
Axis
Union of South Africa
Vichy
Durhen
Arica
Madagescar
London
Japan
Ins Shinve
Tadachin
United States
Braver- Ville
Free French West Africa
Nigeria
Liberia
Africa
Laval
Takanoobu Mitani
William D. Leahy
Moscow
Toulon
Germany
Island Administration
Washington
Togo Urges Public Preparedness Amid Global Tensions
Prime Minister Togo warned citizens to stay prepared as the United States seeks opportunities for counter actions. He spoke at a rally during a period of heightened international friction and called for vigilance nationally.
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SUKYG
Porden
Togo
United States
Japs Invade Angry Dallas Influx Prompts Police Scrutiny
A disorderly report details Japanese newcomers settling in Dallas after alarms from police warn that they arrived from the West Coast. Four men presented papers claiming citizenship and a woman was held at a station for observation. The group rented two East Dallas houses and sought to lease offices and a hardware store to continue an import business. Police inspector Wil Weitz cautioned about potential danger while noting state officials offered patronage if they prove legitimate operations.
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Polinn
Wil Weitz
Use West Onpst
Fritw
Pollice
Frily
Avice 19
Frit
Texas
the Ff
California
Daling
Munirown
British Retreat and Japanese Advance in Burma Front
News reports from April describe British withdrawals from Taungyingyi on the central Burma front while Japanese forces push along the Salween and Irrawaddy corridors. Chinese defenders hold Yenangyaung area as Stilwell’s forces retreat north of Pulnmann amid heavy fighting and mounting casualties on both sides.
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Salween River
Bima
Latkaw Jinny
New Delhi
India
Taungyingyi
Burma
Taungdwingyi
Yenungyaung
Irra
Wwaddy
Pyinmana
Tyyvawaddy Front
Chungking
Jwo
Irrawaddy
Yenalgyaimg
Lival
Joseph W. Stilwell
Salween
Musivlny
Pulnmann
Mandalay
Hank
Tie
Lolkaw
Salweel
Tyinmunn
Jan Col- Amina
Gas rationing not as drastic as rumor says
Washington April 23 gasoline rationing rumors were downplayed by Petroleum Coordinator Tekey who said there was no justification for harsher controls. He cited figures of 2-2 1/2 gallons per week and stressed plans aimed at keeping supplies steady while prices rise. He noted discussions among top agencies about limits but asserted the program will apply mainly to the East Coast with possible adjustments elsewhere.
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Fis
Wallace
Nihaar
Washington
Tekey
Jyws
Henderson
Finneae
Dtenderson
OPA
Sven Ent
Amr
Tekes
Newomen
Philadelphia
New York
WPH
All Ortive of
Price Administration
East
Soast
Sekes
Oast
Norte
FDR's Mother Leaves Estate In Moderate Figure
Mrs. Bi Delano Roosevelt mother of the president left a net estate estimated at 1 008 812 dollars. New York state appraisal showed the figure before taxes and expenses reduction. Under the will, President Roosevelt inherits nine tenths of the estate and Hyde Park property. Also notes the death of Mrs Roosevelt date September 5 in Hyde Park. Army Takes Air Fort Newark airfield and 306 acres of port of Newark passed into possession yesterday.
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Poughkeepsie
N. J
Bi Delano Roosevelt
New York State
Roosevelt
ARMY
Newark
Massive Soviet Claim of 1.9 Million Fresh Reserves on Russian Front
An official Soviet spokesman said 1,900,000 fresh reserves were gathered for the Russian front, with 600,000 from German industries and 400,000 from Nazi-ruled regions. Stockholm reports of German invasion jitters and Allied invasion talk heightened tension as Luftwaffe activity and coastal defenses intensified along the Channel and Rhineland.
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Miler
Ihis
Spoliceman
Stockholm
Europe
Soave
SS. &. Lovovsky
Sone
Invasio Vonst
Britain
1. A. FL
St. George
England
Rhineland
Te Havre
France
Channel
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le Havre
Winlandnd
Boulogne
Germany
Norway
Prater
London
Dagens Hnyheter
Nevis
Mandy
Forecast for San Antone and vicinity shows showers and storms
Weather bulletin notes scattered showers and thunder in the afternoon and night. Expect cooler temperatures in the far west with strong gusty winds. A midweek forecast calls for a thunderstorm Thursday night and frequent to occasional strong winds in western areas based on bureau data.
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Wight
Cooter
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