Contempt cites in Red scare inquiry and university professor
Washington headlines note contempt cites as the House committee investigates un American activities. Johns Hopkins philosophy professor and Maryland District of Columbia Communist Party secretary Alsert Eimer appears among witnesses. Blumberg and wife Leslie face questions while the panel seeks to limit disclosures and refer Drum Berg conduct to the U S Attorney for grand jury action. The Communist group reportedly has about 1000 members nationwide.
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Washington
Marth
United States
Alsert Eimer
Johns Hopkins
Communist Party
Maryland
Columuile
House
Aed
Chaipman
We House
Drumberg
SLU
Blumberg
Nazi Planes Raid Convoy and West Front Actions
German communique reports raids on a convoy and Western Front operations. In the North Sea clashes, a convoy cruiser was damaged, a merchant ship sunk, and a German plane failed to return. On the Franco-German front, Morane attackers suffered heavy damage with several German fighters shot down. one German interceptor went down.
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Berlin
Aevint
France
Flamborough Head
Qoob
Mon
Italian Premier and Umberto Discuss Military Questions
Premier Musenlint conferred with Crown Prince Umberto today on military questions tied to the Italian army. Thrace cabinet urgent for April 2 meeting to discuss possible measures. Italian press cites Molotoe outlining foreign policy amid reports of British French opposition to Germany. Pope receives Francis Ordorie Dish and Myron C Taylor reports on Vatican diplomacy.
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Duce
Umberto
Rome
Musenlint
Crina
Umberto Todey
Rommprtide
Tales Thrace
Itatian
Sanal
Spereh
Resssian Preeter
Holy See
Myron C Taylor
Ransevelt
Vatican
Yesterdaz
Lois Laurel Receives Monthly Funds From Court Ruling
Lois Laurel, daughter of Korean American Sten Laurel, is granted $162.45 a month from a trust fund set up after the 1933 divorce. The court allowed the daughter’s guardian to manage the estate and to lease rents from $45,000 of the $190,000 trust fund, with the balance to be allocated as directed by the court. Separately, Turkish authorities halt the Turkiye Post, the sole Turkmen-language paper in Istanbul, citing diplomacy concerns.
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Lois Laurel
Mollywood
Lois_ Laurel
Sten Lworel
Min Wren
Ualhere
Ma Camellias
Legislators Clear Way to Close Today
The legislature moved to close out sessions with bills on revenue, education funding, and public works. Republicans touted budget revisions and new revenue schemes while authorizing investigations into state highways and the canal toll plan. A mortgage of unemployment relief and tax changes were approved as the session neared adjournment.
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Avelnp
Seewtun
Tsaders
Lenin
Lehr Wan
New York
Anis Jost
Garey
Gore Lehman
Senate
Aatomity
Aire Legislative
Ole
Willian T. Humpton
Utes Repulican
Enairman
Arsemtyman
Ste Pnase
Young-Wadsworth
Dow Eebman
marrgage _ muratorium
Alrbags
1940 Legislature Acts on Important Bills
Albany March 1940 legislative actions include legalizing pari mutuel betting, restricting tobacco and gasoline ads, allowing New York City to adjust fire taxes on rapid transit, with subversive activities investigations in schools and education funding allocations. Proxy measures extend unemployment relief, refine tax rules, license nurses, regulate auto plates, and authorize local work projects and wage laws. The package also covers peace officer training, labor protections, Sunday work, and state securities regulation while preserving constitutional amendments and canal trade authority.
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Lehrma
New York City
Fiireworks
Newe York City
Hellmale
Talmnnn
Bthte Health Commission
New York World
Conservation Department
Lea
Anvil J. ‘Authorse
Locwitles
Rivelgage
Tieyise Ihites
Joan Departmenta
Npe Gulf Ui
Tarihy
Last Minute Actions Move Bills in 94th Legislature
State lawmakers push 94th legislature bills including 791,736 supplemental budgets to inflate municipal funding and permit alcohol licenses on record. several bills defeated, others sent to Assembly after Senate approval. Proposals sought to empower counties over horse-related matters and increase salaries for state game protectors. Police and court actions referenced in private conversations noted.
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Ione Laspayers
Alloriega
Fieshies
Senate
Tuc
Regelzr
Lee
Tnns Ny
Olligers
Tills
Assembly
Eaerseneny
Postal Receipts Forecast Record Revenue for 1949
Indianapolis March 30 Postmaster General Farley predicted 1949 postal revenues would reach at least 675 million dollars, calling the Postal Service an outstanding example of efficient government. He stated there is no reason for the public to be cautioned about postal operations and emphasized public concern remains unwarranted.
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Farley
Indianapolis
Jones A
Ha Department
Gove Ment
Serted
Telenay
Germans Fall Into Ambush Near French Lines
A French communique reports German forces advancing south of Sanrortecken were ambushed by French infantry. Several Germans were killed, including a commanding officer, and one was captured. Allied artillery and anti aircraft fire on the Vosges region and surrounding rivers continued with heavy exchanges.
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Paris
Sanrortecken
Frevich
yeHdrday
Vosges
Spor
Wat Prench
Germany
Married 65 Years Die Together in Beaver Grave
A retired farming couple, married sixty five years, died within hours of each other in Beaver. They were laid to rest in the same grave after a short illness. The husband, aged eighty four, passed away in the night, with his wife following soon after. Local reports note their long life together and steady companionship.
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Beaver
Rastut Shepard
Epard
Wang Heads China Ruled By Japanese War Plan Emerges
Background to Wang Jingwei's set up of a Japanese aligned government in China. The program calls for neighborly policy, restoration of sovereignty, and cooperation with foreign powers while suppressing subversive elements and forming a national assembly. Foreign observers see tacit concession to Japan and limited independence, with regional autonomy under Wang and a joint authority structure.
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Wang
Ardita
Waite
Wis
Chu Mis
Wang Ecad
Polley
Tin
China and
Jugan
Hyn Brothers
Ching
Kirousi
New Ander
East Asia
China
Communtist International
Nai
Jap-minfohel
Tneanet
Cometitutiann
Tstencheng
Trehnizal Co
Regina
Nia Fom
Mneofar Ag
Japan
Lepke Named Top Hirer in Murder Inc Case Evidence
Fragmentary notes allege Lepke was the chief hirer for Murder Inc with connections to Brooklyn figures and a string of killings from 1953 to 1995. The text references alt names, trials, indictments, and alleged mob activity centering on New York and New Jersey associates.
Allied War Buying Boost Free Party Trade Volume in 39 York
New York traders report Allied wartime purchases lifting free trade volume in 1939 to 1940, with Allied purchases rising from 5.78 million to 28.0 million dollars. Manager Frank Grienthal notes this surge reflects wartime demand and reexports. Trade in the port shifted hundreds of millions in goods, including supplies funneled to Europe, while domestic production and duties shaped shipments to foreign markets.
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York
New York
Mires Eh
Frank Grienthal
Lus Yor
Allins
United States
Foret Borts
Gaudlus
Gruenthal
Europe
Indictment in Cleveland Signals Expanded Building Cost Drive
Washington March 3041 The indictment against 102 in Cleveland marks a new phase in the Antitrust Division's campaign against high construction costs. The case follows earlier indictments as the program extends beyond local contractors to a nationwide scope.
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Cleveland
U. S
Washington
Justice Deepartment
SGS
District of Columbia
Antitrust Division
Nazi Charge Sparks Ire in Washington Debate
A report on a Nazi propaganda issue raises sharp comments from U.S. senators and officials. Senator Walter F. George calls the publication improbable, while Senator Capper questions its reliability. Hull and Bullitt deny influencing policy, and Sumner Wells notes no U.S. policy backing the document.
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Sud
Walter F. George
Dga
Arthur Capper
R Kon
Claude Pepper
Holt Wy
Bullitt
Bardeaun
Hull
Department of State
Max
Sumner Wells
Europe
Rodeerell
Former School Head Cleared of Murder In Hunter Slaying
Honesdale Pennsylvania reports 49 year old former Scranton school director Varner was acquitted of murder in the shooting death of John Gartity during a July dispute over an illegally killed deer. The jury deliberated 31 hours before finding Varner not guilty after claims of self defense.
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Hunter
Honesdale
Paduaren
Varner
Scrantan
John Gar- Pity
Jey
Warner Seld
Wayne-Piee
Dudge A. E. Gwayar
Commonwealth
Sir Malcolm Campbell and Lady Campbell Seek Divorce
Sir Malcolm Campbell holder of world speed records and wife Lady Dorothy Campbell filed cross petitions for divorce in London. Despite public notices of devotion during trips to the United States, Dorothy Campbell was reported tearful when he pursued speed feats. He said his wife endures hardship yet remains keen on independence. they have two children.
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Malcolm Campbell
London
Suto Speec
Wits
Dorothy Campbell
Malcolm
United States
Dorothy
Malcoler
Navy awards contract for bridge cranes
The Navy Department announced a contract worth 157,560 dollars for bridge cranes. The award was given to Shepard Nite Crane & Len Corporation of Montour Palewa.
Envoys blamed for starting war in prewar disclosures
Readable fragments claim American envoys in Paris, Warsaw, and London influenced policy to push Europe toward war. Documents allegedly show pressure on Poland, critiques of Bullitt, and a focus on U.S. entry against totalitarian states.
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Ambbassadors
Tonioh
Paris
Warsaw
America
Berin
Merchal
Anthony Enter
Atarsial Pilsudskiat
Rouysvelt
England
Hocaeevelt
United States
Farley Starts 4000 Mile Swing Across Regions
Purtenaster General J James A Farley leaves today on a 4000 mile tour of the Midwest and South. He plans to address postal workers and dedicates some posts to officer appointments while noting political remarks may be restricted. Farley, a presidential candidate, will speak in Fulton Mo and to Young Democrats of North Carolina.
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Fulton Mo
Snather
Yaung Democrats
North Carolina
Girl 15 Trapped 20 Hours in Box Car in Waukegan
A Chicago schoolgirl, 15, was rescued after spending about 20 hours in a box car near Rondout. She was found dazed and weak, hearing a brakeman’s cries and later treated at a hospital. Police and railroad crews investigated how she became trapped in the yard area.
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Waukegan
INS
Chiago
Jane Faas
Rondout
Lyon
Coed Slaying Guilt Denied By Salesman
A Philadelphia area salesman, James Lowrey, denied guilt in the homicide of Rachel Taylor, a Pennsylvania State College student. He appeared nervous entering jail and was questioned on the campus murder four miles from the university town. Police moved him to Pleasant Gap for further questioning, while crowds gathered and investigators pursued bloodstain clues at the scene.
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Holtefonte
Mareh
Nogla P. Young
Sahaetsome
Barnanicsiivan
Eluytr
Rachel Taylor
Pentylvania Sintn College
Ie Center
Young
Inierlent Ing
Rackylew
Phelper
Win Slime
Philadelphia
James Lowrey
Lunt Fontanne Play Sees Soviet Peril Theme At Finland Venue
Alfred Lunt and Lynn Fontanne star in a stage piece set against a Soviet peril in a Finnish locale during wartime. The production features a scientist and his wife, with critical reception noting its message and period tone.
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Finland
Robert Bo Sherwind
Alfred Lunt
Lynn Faytanne
New Beulfard
Mass
Mm Wasori
Wilpurl
Alwayen
Bay
Sherwood
Lunn
Jom
Las
Purtrays Gy
Keazin Valnen
Wire
Mabel Prize
Sandleine
Joseph R. Sheehan Rites Set
Funeral services for Joseph R. Sheehan are set for Monday at 10 A M at St Raphael’s Church in Bergen. A tribute from the American President Lines honors Sheehan, with brother Louis arriving from New York City for the ceremony.
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Joseph R. Sheehan
Rafael
Colld
Jasupn J. Sheehan
Atmerican President Lines
Solema High
Shu Rey
George A.o'menta
Bt. Raphnel
Ghurst
Munday
Shesnney
Louis
Nive Yuck City
Jones Reelected To Bridge Authority Poughkeepsie
March 3 report states Uy Ad- Msn P. Jones of Cotati was reelected chair of the New York State Bridge Authority Board with Judy Jones J of Harsytt and Tobert Toe as vice chair. the Authority oversees the Mid Hudson River Bridge and related toll facilities near Poughkeepsie.
Senate Confirms 2 Appointments Albany March 30
The Senate confirmed two appointments to state boards. Margaret Hanley of Gswogn was named to the board of visitors of the Marcy State Hospital, succeeding the late Dr. Jarrriet Boalt. John Brennan of Smithtown was named to the board of visitors of the Central Islip State Hospital.
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Senate
Albany
Sens Ae
Taniny Dovermar Lehman
Margaret Hanley
Gswogn
Ha Marcy State
Hoas Pial
Jlarriet ML Boalt
Thealte
John NM. Brennan
Smithtown
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