Thetis disaster inquiry pushed by Prime Minister
Prime Minister Chamberlain told the house of commons a full public inquiry would be held into the submarine Thetis disaster in which 89 men perished. He said forward compartments were flooded after the torpedo room filled, the watertight door could not be closed, and the Jusin Wallast tank was emptied as the submarine sank to about 180 feet near Liverpool, destroying signaling gear.
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House As Commons
Fies
Liverpool Oae
Thetis Submarine Rescue Claims and Casualties
Report on the Thetis submarine disaster noting signals missed a marker, the crew's efforts to lighten the vessel, and surface recovery status. Captain Oram and Lieutenant Woods survived, with several others dying or missing during escape attempts using lung devices. Conditions described as dangerous with rising water complicating dives and rescue efforts.
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Thurstey
Irving
Cap. HB. K. Gram
Iwitta
Chamberlam
R. S. Johnson
Mattag
Gemmell Laird, Ltd
Wilders
Thetis
Anc
Arnold
Shaw
Oram
Trieutenant Woods
Johnson
Escape hatch and water rise described in peril tale
Fragmentary report tells of a perilous escape where air and pressure issues threaten occupants. Mentions a failed attempt to follow instructions and a plan for crew to reach an escape compartment before flooding. Interjected with a Madrid note on Spain forming a five member commission to continue censorship of press and telegraphs.
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Madrid
Rontinue
States Vote For Road Programs Across Nation
An Associated Press report notes several state legislatures from Maine to New Hampshire approved funding for highway improvements, bridges, and road projects. The action includes measures totaling around 195 million dollars with some states earmarking additional funds for specific counties and counties.
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Chicago
AssoCiated Press
Maine
Noth Caroilna
Iowa
Washington
New Mexico
Fenesylvenis
Vermont
FDR Signs Housing Mortgage Bill in Washington
President Roosevelt signed a housing mortgage bill raising the total to four billion dollars and allowing government insurance under a national housing act. The measure increases loan coverage on mortgages older than one year and sets provisions for guaranteed bonds after July 1, 1944.
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FDR
Washington
Roosevelt
Dallas
Lefors
Montreal medical leader Henri Lafleur dies at 76
Henri Amese Lafleur, 76, president of the Medical Court of Canada and professor emeritus of medicine at Abseill University, died yesterday in Montreal.
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Raucatoy
Montreal
Inne
Henri Amesee Lafleur
Thé
Medical Cour of Canada
Abseill Univeresty
Southern wage differential sparks new Senate clash
Washington June 5 The wage law debate reopens with Southern demands for a 30 cent hourly minimum to match regional costs. Proposals argue for a freeze to shield small industries while governors condemn wage discrimination, claiming any national rise hits the South hardest.
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Washington
Senate
Fenatey George
The
Seth
Quezon Warns Philippine Labor Groups on Capital
Manila June 5 President Manuel Quezon warned labor groups not to attack capital and urged workers to pursue rights as human rights. He said labor fights for capital should not threaten the nation and stressed prudent action during a labor parade.
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Philippine
Manila
Commonwealth
Manuel Quezon
Quezon
Capitel
Man Crazed With Pain Stabs Officer in Los Angeles
A man wounded in an automobile accident lost his left arm and then stabbed a police officer three times while being taken to a hospital. Detective Lituk and Inspector Glenden aine reported the incident, with the suspect described as William Wright, 50.
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Los Angeles
Grant
Lituk
J. Glendenaine
William Wright
Kolters
Tiny
Hit and run blamed in death of soldier
Laredo June 5. Private Julian Dahl MM Eleventh U S Engineers Fort Meintest died in a highway crash. His body lay on an expressway about 44 miles east of Teres. Private Arthur D. Carl and Private McIntoshbelieve the same hit and run driver injured Dahl’s companion.
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Laredo
Julian Dahl
MM. Glitten
Texas
Elehth U. S. Engineers
Fort Me Intest
Five Nazi Generals Feel Wrath of Hitler Purge Report
Berlin reports leaked through censorship claim Hitler dismissed several senior generals in a purge paralleling the 1938 power struggle. Names cited include General Lieh Tan commandant of the war academy and General Stuvipnegin high air officer, amid tensions over policing and foreign policy.
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Lieh- Tan
Stuvipnegin
Gat Gangts
U S Opens Drive on income Tax Dodgers
Treasury agents mobilize in a renewed offensive against alleged tax evasion by political leaders and associates. Investigations include figures tied to a West Coast political organization and a nationwide banking racket, with links to justice department operatives and multiple metropolitan centers.
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U.S
Washington
TNS
Treasury
Massachusetts
Los Angeles
West Coast
Justice Repirimant
Trensiyux
DB Longe
Lasse Girls At World Fair Entertain Guests In New York
The Lasse Girls Enjoying World Fair were hosted at a Waldorf Astoria breakfast with New York dignitaries. They toured the Me Tait area, posed for photos, and demonstrated performances before cheering crowds. Names mentioned include Percy Aiston Maxine Aken Dorothy Fax Geraldine Heim Dorothy Davenport and others.
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Jefferdoh
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Moutuy
Entertainnivat
New York
F~ Tal
Che Colorfil Girls Organization
Alurright
Liases Percy Aiston
Maxine Aken
Dorothy Fax
Geraldine Heim
Dorothy Davenport
Dean Jonts
Weather Summary for Texas and Nearby Areas
Partly cloudy conditions across San Antonio and surrounding regions with a high around 28 degrees Fahrenheit. Forecast calls for cloudy to overcast skies in East Texas, with scattered drizzle and frost along the coast. West Texas expected generally fair through Monday night, warmer by Tuesday, and variable wind along the meridian lines. Nearby cities from the climate bulletin record mixed readings, including light showers in the south and southeast, with notable humidity and scattered precipitation across several locales.
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East Texas
Texas
Tomato Queen to Be Crowned at East Texas Festival
Thousands visit Jackson County for the fifth annual tomato show and festival. Miss Sara Bess Barber crowned national tomato queen with Miss Mollie Otan representing Texas. contestants from New Jersey Mississippi and Kentucky and 40 Texas cities. An artisans contest and folk festival follow with Polish and Negro performers.
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Tomate
Sara Bess Barer
Molile Otanik Ahuabter
Lee O'Dablel
Texas
New Jersey
Mississippi
Kentucky
Navasata
Stent Dane
Clifton Long
Lofty
Yonkum
Bs Iin
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Quetn Ceres
Grand Jury Will Probe Oil Firms in Midwest States
A federal grand jury was summoned for an inquiry into all company practices in 10 Mid Western states as part of the Justice Department investigation into alleged price fixing. Four Seder representatives appeared for motions to quash the grand jury inquiry. The matter involves the oil industry and independent firms.
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Danville
Dunce
Tin
Justice Department
Adjourment Issue Leaves Ted a in Washington June
In Washington June an adjournment issue shadowed the White House discussions. President Roosevelt faced a decision on whether to adjourn in mid July or stay in session until the neutrality law could be revised. The administration expects House approval within six weeks, while the Senate may run into August. News notes indicate possible special session if events demand. The foreign affairs committee began considering the neutrality program repeal of arms embargo and travel restrictions, as six months into the term Congress also debates defense measures, social security expansion, and appropriations for military needs. The Senate contemplates a bill to buy strategic war materials.
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Washington
Roosevelt
Congress
Tin White House
House
Senate
Howe
Varied Home Remedies Promoted Amid Public Health Pleas
Washington figures warn that people push homemade cures offered by thousands, with Dr Robert Olesen cautioning about unverified remedies. Suggested at random include honey, iron dust, sugar for ailments, and “Tea of eifer Mowers” for colds while broader health claims spark concern about misinformation. In other news, Pioneer dies at 80 in London as daylight saving proponent.
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Phiblin Wealth Service
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Glesen
Tadiq
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Norma
Westamster
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