Acreage dispute cited in Texas cotton allotment case
Representative Puage cites a Wallace reply asserting Texas faced discrimination in the 1940 cotton acreage allocation under the AAA. The reply explains Texas’ smaller share stemmed from lower five year normal production and shifts in county diversions, with Texas allotted 2,765,389 bales under prior terms and a reduced share under the 1941 program.
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Washington
Puage
Tex
Beerntary Wallace
Texas
Agricultural Adjustment
Wallace
I. Wallace
United States
Monterrey Faces Cold Wave For Week. Schools Close
Monterrey in Nuevo Leon endures a week long cold wave forcing several schools to close. Stores and offices increase gas heater use as authorities tighten prison security measures. Donna C. C. Elects Donna Chamber reelects Maurice Beil as president with A. B. Sanders G. H. Collier and Dave Wilson also reelected to key posts.
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Monterrey
Nuevo Leon
Donna C. C
Donna
Donna Chamber of Commerce
Maurice Beil
A. B. Sanders
G. H. Collier
Dave Wilson
Doctor Freed In Wife Death At Roadside
Edinburg jurors acquitted Dr. Montague of murder without malice in the April 20 roadside killing of Mrs. Montague. Dr. Montague testified he aimed at Humphrey, not his wife, who was in her car with Humphrey. Humphrey denied romantic ties, stating affairs were business in nature.
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Jon
Montague
Wae Élain
P. C. Humphrey
Humphrey
Brother of Comedy Star Granted Bail in Child Abandonment Case
Douglas H. Reed, 34, brother of film comedian Marlin Raye, was freed on $500 bond after his arrest in Los Angeles on charges of abandoning a child in desolate circumstances. The indictment cites Bronx county connections and a police raid led by Lieutenant Brennan. Reed appeared with his wife present.
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Douglas H. Reed
Marlin Raye
Bronx County
Douglas Reed Fat
Peagy Brown
Jonr J. Brennan
New York Police
Wheeler Gets Nod of Lewis From Mine Workers
Political observers expect Senator Burton Wheeler of Montana to seek the presidential nomination if President Roosevelt runs for a third term. Wheeler spoke to the United Mine Workers Jubilee delegates in Columbus as John L. Lewis praised his leadership and the miners cheered. Senator Norris of Nebraska said he would back Wheeler if he wins the Democratic nomination.
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Columbus
Ohio
Burton K. Wheele
Wll
United Mine Workers of Armériew
Wheeler
Roosevelt
Washington
Norris
Nebraska
D.-Mont
Building Permits Rise for Homes and All Constructions
The labor department reports 1939 residential building permits up 34 percent from 1938 and overall construction permits up 20 percent. December 1939 saw residential permits 50 percent higher than December 1938, reflecting strong activity in housing and building sectors.
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Washington
Gan
Labor Department
Beware Epidemic Colds Health Advice Promotes Vicks Reminders
A health advisory urges normal living to prevent colds and promotes two Vicks products Vicks VapoRub and Vicks Vapoinol as first line treatments for sniffles and chest congestion. It warns to contact a physician if symptoms worsen and recommends stocking Vicks items for home use.
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Vicks
Radio Schedule Recap From Dense OCR Fragment
A fragmented listing shows multiple stations and programs across the day. It mentions WOAL KYSA WAbo WTRA KAUL KABG KARC OLAC and others with various shows like Serenades News Dance Parade and Weekend Music blocks. Readers glimpse a dense network of programs and time slots, but details are incomplete.
Britain moves to speed aid to Finland under wartime rules
The British Ministry of Economic Warfare said new steps are in place to fast track supplies from foreign countries including the United States to Finland and to prevent delays in contraband control. A spokesman said essential war material such as airplanes were not delayed, addressing Finland's reports that ships carrying war materials were held up at the Kirkwall contraband base.
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London
Ministry of Economic Warfare
Finland
United States
Kirkwall
Terrell Hills Votes Fire Aid Contract Extension
Terrell Hills residents approve a fire protection contract with San Antonio City Council for the subdivision outside city limits. The agreement lasts until May 32, 1940, with a $135 charge for three fire apparatus calls and at least $50 for single-piece calls.
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Terrells
San Antonio
Romain
Effert
Agen Ment
Which Way to Lasting Peace series debuts on CBS
A new CBS program titled Which Way to Lasting Peace will be inaugurated late today ET. Dr Jamts T Shotwell, chair of the commission to study the organization of peace, speaks on war causes and cures. Dy Shadwell, professor at Columbia, also appears. Jack Dempsey guests on Milton Berle NBC show originating from Miami Florida.
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Shadwell
Columbia University
Jack Dempsey
Milton Berle
NBC Tonight
Miami
Honeymoon Brief for Film Couple
Palm Springs California January 27. Hollywood's newest newlyweds Jane Wyman and Ronald Reagan spend a desert honeymoon at the sunny resort after a quiet Glendale ceremony yesterday. They must return next week to the studio where they met, both employed on the film Brother Rat and its sequel.
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Cail
Hollywood
Jane Wyman
Ronald Reagan
Glendale
Wee Kirk O' the Heather
Mid
Rea- Ran
Toner
Brother Rat
New Japanese Treaty Terms Stir Washington Debate
Washington observers say respect for American rights may be the price Japan demands for a new treaty to guarantee against discrimination. The 1911 treaty expired at midnight. Hall abrogated it last July. Roosevelt could raise duties or embargo Japanese imports if discrimination is found, Congress could authorize new actions, while some senators push to extend State Department powers or apply neutrality acts before any embargo.
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Japan
Offseis
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Hall
Roosevelt
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Senate Foreign Relations Committee
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Jap Party Defiant as Treaty Expires
In Tokyo on January 2 the Social Mass party issued a resolution vowing Japan will not yield to threats as the United States ends the 1911 trade treaty. Markets stayed steady while the press focused on the Britain shipping dispute. Japan’s industries reportedly maintain a year’s supply to keep production normal.
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Tokyo
Japan
United States
Social Mass
Great Britain
Kaiser Birthday Luncheon Quiet in Doorn
Observances marking the fifty-first birthday of former Kaiser Wilhelm II at Doorn are subdued with the exiled royal family absent from the usual festivities. The scene reflects broader German losses in the war and ongoing exile life as relatives, including Princess Hermine and other kin, attend a simple gathering and funeral services are noted for the widow.
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Siple
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Paty
San Antonio
India Presses Its Freedom Plea in Anniversary Observance
Thousands gathered in Bombay and across India to mark Independence Day with meetings and demonstrations. Mainstream leaders and Hindu Moslem representatives expressed unity with the drive for independence from British rule despite a boycott by the All-India Muslim League. The article notes calm celebrations, and mentions a related ban on aigrettes due to feather fashion causing bird destruction and a confiscation of such plumes during police actions. A donation to the White Museum is also referenced.
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Jay
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Moslem League
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Seven Saved in Gulf Ship Loss Near Vera Cruz
Seven sailors from a frail fishing boat were saved near Vera Cruz after their craft was wrecked by a north wind in the Gulf of Mexico near San Felipe Island. They endured hours of rough seas before swimmers reached pasture safely.
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Gulf of Mexico
Sanfiaguilla Island
Architect, Father of 8 Dies in Oklahoma City
Oklahoma City, January 27. A. Man Parr, prominent Oklahoma City architect and father of eight, died Friday at his home. Funeral arrangements pending.
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Oklahoma City
QO. Parr
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Diet Friday
Ihome
Byrd Attacks Finland Aid Plan in Export-Import Bank Move
Washington reports Senator Byrd denouncing a proposed 10 million dollar increase in the Export-Import Bank capitalization aimed at financing Finland and other nations. He supports a Finn loan for non-military purchases but questions broader lending. The bill seeks to offset debt-reduction and tax measures tied to Roosevelt's policy.
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Washington
Byrd
D-Va
Roosevelt
Sen~ Jule Banking Committee
Finland
Tong of steel gd in hangar at Kelly field
A massive steel frame hangar under construction at Kelly Field will include about 900 tons of steel and 150 tons of reinforcing iron. The 9 hangar, 232 feet deep and seven feet wide, features asbestos roofing and concrete first floor, with two-story structures on one side. Robert K. McKee leads general contracting with Beasley Construction and Austin Brlog’s steel subcontractors.
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Kelly Eld
Strats
Uta Steel
Remy Aid
Robert. K. McKee
Beasley Construction Company
Oklahorta
Austin Brolgom
Texas Iron Mills Plans to Be Laid in Longview
Madonnas Steel Corporation of Texas plans an iron ore plant in Texas. Directors urged a Monday meeting to launch the enterprise with permission to sell securities under the exclusive commission and Texas secretary of state. CG Grissom, president, announced the actions last night.
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Longview
Madonnas Steel Corporation of Texas
Mi Fast Texas
H Grissom
Securities and Exclusive Commission
Texas Secretary of State
Welfare unit funds threaten shutdown in county
The City County Welfare Bureau faces closure due to funds running out mid February. County Auditor Edgar Garvey said payrolls and incidental expenses will exhaust. The bureau has only $9000 for 1939-40, far below the prior year, amid city funding disputes. The remaining year's needs total about $1000 to keep the bureau operating and continue WPA rolls.
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Edgar Garvey
Ete
Salvation Army Marriage Rules In Detail In Chicago
Salvation Army rules on courtship and marriage require only members may marry within the Army. A couple must have written notice of serious intent, both parties must hold a commission or rank, and engagement must last at least six months before a marriage ceremony pledges to fight in the Salvation Army.
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Chicago
INS
Salvation Army
Howard Chesham
Army
Officialdom Sees Gone With The Wind Show in Washington
In Washington a crowd including federal officials and lawmakers attended a showing of Gone With The Wind. The article notes seating was tight with many seats occupied while commemorations paid tribute to the late Senator Borah, whose spouse was remembered in vacant seats.
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Washington
Gut. Ih
Washington funds show year over year Treasury figures
The January 4 treasury report compares receipts and expenditures with the prior year. Receipts reach 9,296,266.09, expenditures 24,078,880.58, leaving a working balance around 1.5 billion. Customs receipts total 29,996,080.08 for the month, with annual figures for the fiscal year showing 2.99 million and 3.18 billion in receipts and 5.97 and 6.18 billion in expenditures. Net debt plus gold assets are reported, with substantial changes versus the previous day.
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Washington
Treasury
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