One of the Worst Air Disasters Claims 17 Lives
In Peru Massachusetts August reports a transport plane crash killed 17. Sergeant Robert Lee of Columbus Ohio, Corporal Alonso Pearson of Somerset County Pennsylvania, and Private James Fern of Abingdon Virginia survived after heroically dragging companions to safety. Lee carried two others to safety then walked miles for help, signaling with revolver shots. An Army inquiry was opened with few details released.
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Columbus
Ohio
Alonsho Pearson
Somerset County
James Fern
Abingdon
SRG
United States Mlitary Aviation
Kinatountaes
Water row blamed on board over tainted supply
Dr Henry Leopold, diagnosing dysentery of epidemic proportions, urged boiling water for babies and children. Five baby specialists backed the view as San Antonio officials reported the Hildebrand tank water may be implicated. Dr King said chlorination could fix the whole system but would cost $75,000 and the board has yet to acquire equipment.
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San Antonio
O. K
Hildebrand Tank
Masterson
Cornick
King
Brinkley Station Transfer Ruling by Mexican Supreme Court
The Mexican Supreme Court ruled that the Brinkley broadcasting station XEBRA, once backed by Dr. John Brinkley, now belongs to Ramon Bosquez, a former engineer. Bosquez had sought an injunction to stop dismantling the station, claiming rights granted by a manager of Dr. Brinkley during his absence.
British Sink German Boat In Dover Straits Clash
A German patrol boat was sunk and three others damaged after a British naval engagement in the Dover straits. The Admiralty said the German force had five or six R-boats. one German officer was killed and 18 sailors rescued. Gunfire from coastal batteries explained cross-channel duels and heavy artillery observed last night.
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London
Straits of Dover
Admiralty
Hellich
Hake
Netion
Tuttle Named To New Army Corps Post
Ou. Ww. Tuttle, former chair man of the San Antonio Public Service company, named director of the new army specialist corps for the Eighth Service command. He serves as civilian aide to Secretary of War Stimson and has been a longtime civic and military adviser. He led San Antonio airport projects and held roles with the War Production Board and Texas engineering groups.
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San Antonia Public Service Company
Army
Eighth Service Command
Stimson
War Production Board
San Antonio
2Nd Texas Cavalry
Ofile Cers
Colesacl
Churchill Stalin Confer Signals War Decisions
News notes a near simultaneous Churchill Stalin meeting with high level British and Soviet attendees. Reports discuss war decisions against Germany, oil center setbacks, and battlefield claims around Stalingrad and the Caucasus amid contested fronts and conflicting radio reports. Over 450 marriages recorded in August first half, with clerk noting potential 10k marriages by month end.
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Germany
Oten
Reds
Churchill
Britain
Alan Brooke
Mperial
Archibald P. Wavell
India
Alexander Cadogan
Foreign Office
Eid Bir
Archibald Clark Kerr
Russia
Soviet Union
Stalin
Vyacheslav Molotoy
Klementi Voroshilov
Matrop
Gilya Wernette
FDR Defends Office Change Amid Employment Panel Shift
The White House defended transferring the president's committee on employment practice from independent status to a War Manpower Commission subsidiary. The move aims to strengthen the panel by accessing commission facilities to combat discrimination in employment against various minority groups. Presidential Secretary Stephen Bailey said protests and misunderstandings fueled controversy, with complaints from several groups under review.
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War Manpower Commission
White House
Stephen Barly
Segio Ril
Women Bar Rule Sparks Quiet Chicago Reaction
Chicago bartenders report women show little fuss over a new ordinance prohibiting women from drinking at the bar in taverns and night clubs. The rule, pushed by Mayor Edward J. Kelly, keeps women at tables to deter men from risky possession. Bartenders say no incidents yet and expect orderly compliance.
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Chicago
Testimony in Story Hearing Nearly Over
Federal grand jury probe narrows as few witnesses remain regarding a Chicago Tribune story on Midway Island’s battle. Attorney General Francis Biddle leads the inquiry to see if the article revealed confidential information or violated the Espionage Act. William C. Mitchell, Frank Waltrop, and Wayne Thomis are among those questioned or involved. Tribune staffers provided material for the report.
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Federal Grand Jury
Chicago Tribune
Midway Island
Francis Biddle
Midway
Willian C. Mitchell
New York
Biddle
Frank Waltrop
Wornt ‘'Vimes-Herald
Washington, D
Chicago
W Simmons
New York News
Wayne Thomis
Editorial launches virulent anti Japanese propaganda
Editorial contends that American industries must support the war effort against all enemies, warning of brutal Oriental hordes attacking the United States in its own homeland and urging national unity against Japan.
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America
Oway
Cuban Cabinet Reorganized Amid War Effort Shakeup
Havana reports a new national unity cabinet directed by Batista to lead Cuba’s war effort. Ramon Ayón becomes prime minister, with five ministers named including Jose Martínez and Sergio Valdés. Communists pledge cooperation though not in the cabinet.
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UFIAA
Cuba
Fulgencio ‘Batista
Ramon “Aydin
Batista
Carlos Saladrigas
Communist Party
Zaydin
Jose Augustin Martines
Sergio Valdes
Evio Govantes
Iworks
Juan Miguel Ortuondo Domonech
Rafael Santos Jiminez
Catro
Erwin Rommel
North African
Ommel
Axia
Alamein
Cub
RA. F
Malta
Mediterranean
Tobruk
Matruh
Salum
Penton
Sugar Bought in Mexico Seized
Mexican authorities halted Americans who obtained sugar and other goods in Mexico to circumvent U S rationing. At border customs stations they seized the sugar cotton woolen goods and rice they carried back into the United States.
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Tijuana
Mexico
Léday
Walter James Smith of Beeville Buried at 73
Services were held Saturday for Walter James Smith 73 of Beeville. Survived by his wife Mintle four sons Archie Walter Bee and Willard Smith of Beeville two daughters Flora Baird of Brevilla and Nolind Stubblefield of Nevada and several grandchildren.
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Walter James Smith
Mintle Smith
Archie
Walter
Bee
Willard Smith
Beeville
Mia
Flora Baird
Brevilla
Nolind Stubblefield
Nevada
Rural Phone Gets Governor's Man
Governor Goke Fe Stevenson says a rural telephone link is essential, comparing it to radio for public safety. A paroled inmate began terrorizing Kimble county. after authorities found his wet abandon clothing, the governor ordered revocation of parole and legal use of shoot-to-stop tactics. Bloodhounds from the prison system joined the search. the man surrendered after two hours, claiming he spoke loudly to be heard.
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Austin
Goke Fe
Stevenson
Gore
Kimble
Giblespie
Hernar
S A Sergeant Is Maneuvers Hero in Texas Division
A Texas division sergeant named Grazco distinguished himself at Carolina maneuvers. Captured by Blue forces, he gleaned critical enemy plans during interrogation and overheard maps, then escaped via freight-chute routes to relay intelligence enabling a Reds artillery barrage. Grazco to report to Officers' Candidate School at Fort Benning, Georgia.
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Texas
Carolina Maneuvers
Grazco
San An
King
Maneuvers
Orazo
Blue
Orazeo
Under- Thrush
Ines
Bia
Fort Benning
County Wage Hike Urged by Local Union
Building Service Employees union in Bexar County pressed Commissioners Court to raise pay for courthouse janitors and elevator operators, charging delays and insincerity after a March 20 letter from the court. The workers, paid about $80 monthly and docked for sick leave, demand relief as budget planning proceeds.
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Showao Rn
Jones
Bexar County
Bethlehem Steel Signs National Steel Workers Pact
Pittsburgh April 14 I O President Pillip Murray announced the signing and ratification of a union contract with Bethlehem Steel Company covering about 80000 employees under the United Steel Workers of America. Murray said the agreement brings the total covered workers in steel manufacturing and fabrication near 750000. He noted Bethlehem’s 36 stake marked the first new contract in the industry and signaled completion of negotiations with all four major firms.
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Pittsburgh
I. O
Pillip Murray
Bethlehem Steel Company
Murray
Co. I. O
United Steel Workers of America
Piles Relieved At Homes
Dr. G A Johnson a rectal specialist for 28 years offers a new painless, inexpensive home treatment for piles. The method uses medicines from his clinic and promises relief for uncomplicated cases. Free and complete remedies offered by mail from Dr Johnson Rectal Clinic Kansas City MO.
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G. A. Johnson
Johnson
O. A. Jolson
Main St. Kanaas City
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