Caballero Heads Spanish Government Amid War Reforms
February 13 report from Valencia says Francisco Largo Caballero is named prime minister and generalissimo as Spain tightens wartime rule. A sweeping conscription decree targets all men 18 to 45 in rebel territories, unifying the army under Caballero’s control and aligning with socialist and communist pressure.
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Todey
Spain
Cavallery Ag
Generis Piaticiine Franco
American housewife offers to fight for Spain's nationalists
Fragments describe a New York resident, Nena de Belmonte, claiming to have served in Spain's foreign legion and to offer her services again. Gen Francisca Franco reportedly disclosed the offer, noting the sender’s ties to Philadelphia and prior service as a riflewoman and machine gunner in Morocco.
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Nena de Belmonte
New York
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Reyrduellen
Balamancga
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Francisca Franco
Roseta Hoclrigh Mill- Inglor
Philadelphia
Gliit J
Nersel
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Franco
Matonalists
Jeglay Hadty Pranco
Mrs Rosetta Millington a Spy Soldier in Spain's Legion
The American woman Rosetta Hoelligs Millington, 38, served in the Spanish foreign legion under male identities, fought in Morocco and Spain, was accused of spying by General Franco but proved brave. She later volunteered again for the nationalists and sent letters and photos to Franco. She vows to return to duty if war comes, praising the legion and denouncing communism.
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Mororco
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Jose Sanjurjo
Triven
Spanish Morocco
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Joss Alvarado Romano
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Troselle Hoelliigt Millington
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Aedline
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Petuan
Morocca
Finta Nures
Franco
Rosetta
Red Cross
Morocco
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Frustea
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Sue
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Millington
William Millington
United States
Emmy
France
Philippines
Haiti
Nazi Church Peace Shattered by Resignation Crisis
Berlin reports a rift in the German Protestant church as Reichsappointed official Wittee resigns, prompting clashes over control and the promulgation of reforms. Moderate church members accuse Nazi leaders of breaking agreement, signaling renewed internal church strife after months of tension.
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Gernan
Naat
Reichsvangettend
Wittee
Hans Kerr
Breestant
Iemders
Sivelesssy
Kore
Fallawine
Chinreh
U.S. Envoy Makes Long Push Along Route Across Central America
Bos Lone, American minister to Rearaeua, journeys from Tapachula toward the new Inter-American route. The expedition aims to travel the longest documented distance on this path through Guatemala and Honduras into Mexico, with Mrs Latig accompanying.
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Chiapas
Mexico
Bos Lone
Rearaeua
World’s Only Woman Legionnaire Recalls War Service
Mrs. Mallingtom Millington, once part of a foreign legion, described earning 350 pesetas after leaving and wandering while nursing. She traveled through Americas and aided revolutions in Central America, meeting A Malington in Panama six years ago. She echoes disdain for slaughter, recalls serving under a Spanish flag, and contrasts Madrid’s red flag with communism. She now cooks, tends home, and cherishes a crucifix as she reflects on past battles.
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Stalin Targeted In Swiss Criminal Action Rumor
Swiss reports claim a plan to bring Dictator Stalin before Basle court over alleged involvement in famous purges. The note cites "Despite All" editorials accusing Stalin of directing trials and executions from exile, with Trotskyists seeking a formal procedure despite diplomatic hurdles.
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Fron Bs Mexigen
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Georg Dimitroff
Communist International
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Frolaxy
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Mostow
Aid’ Lie Simular Tyeastn
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Luranga
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Trotsky
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Trotzky
Hollywood Slave Ring Smashed
Police in Woon raid a swank apartment ending weeks of detective work on a chain store vice ring tied to screen executives and celebrities. A "black book" listing customers and party girls was seized, naming actors and high‑profile figures. two women and a man were arrested, with aliases Thelma Marmon Norma Toward Betty May Braden and George Leroy Harmon.
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Vice Ring
Lila Diack
Ghd & Man
Thelma Marmon
Norma Toward
Betty May Braden
George Leroy Harmon
Bexar County Flood Aid Totals $30,062 Announced
Augusta J. Barnes of the Bexar County Red Cross announced Saturday that residents have contributed $10,062.69 for flood relief. The update highlights community giving through the Red Cross chapter led by executive secretary Barnes. Rent your vacant property through a Light Want Ad. Dial .1231 for a courteous adwriter.
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Augusta J. Batnes
Hexer County
The
Red Grass
Pressure on Portugal intensifies Spain war isolation bid
London reports Britain applying strong diplomatic pressure on Portugal to end its obstructive stance against the non intervention committee. Portugal refuses to allow international supervision of its borders, threatening to thwart the committee’s plan to halt shipments of men and war materiel to Spain as British officials privately allege Lisbon has tacit support from Italy and Germany.
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Caul Wilttee
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