Morgenthau Estimate Cut Demands New Taxes to Fund War
Washington May 3 Congress opened a hunt for extra revenue after President Roosevelt urged that a uniform tax plan be adopted to fund national defense. He criticized tax evasion and called for every American and corporation to pay their fair share, insisting the income tax must be broadened to support wartime needs.
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Manila Fire Devastates Banila District In 3 Mile Sweep
A massive blaze in Manila’s Banila area destroyed three square miles of tenements in the Tanda district. At least three people died and about 25,000 were left homeless as flames driven by wind forced residents toward the bay and mudflats. Property damage estimated around 500,000 dollars. Firemen, hampered by water scarcity, battled the blaze from 2 PM until it burned itself out.
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Avoid Shooting Order for U S Patrols 2000 Miles Out
Washington May 3 United States Atlantic patrol reportedly ordered to avoid shooting at all costs short of being sunk. Vessels operate about 2000 miles offshore and within 1500 miles of western ports to spot Axis ships and relay location data while remaining in contact until British forces overtake them. Roosevelt remarks and congressional debate on convoy policy and requisition power are noted. article concludes with continued coverage on page 2.
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Skilled Labor May Be Kept Out of Army
Officials indicated possible changes to the Selective Service Act to secure skilled workers for Roosevelt’s 24 hour production drive. A blanket deferment by occupational group could be ordered for defense industry labor. The move aims to sustain immediate seven day, three shift munitions output as machine tools are urged for round-the-clock operation.
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Dorian to Meet Laval in Paris Amid Occupied France Talks
Vice Admiral Jean Dorian travels to Paris on May 3 for conferences with French leaders in occupied France, including Fieste Laval. Paris press intensifies attacks on Vichy and calls for the government to return to Paris.
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Hart Revolt and Sinking Freighter Off Brazil Reported
Late news briefs note authorities acting against Hart revolt by Noro tribes. German freighter Lech, 32M tons, reported sunk off Bahia after interception by a British auxiliary ship. An attack on the Iraqi premier’s Baghdad residence was claimed by a German radio report in London.
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Baghdad
Oneida Lake Park Development Vetoed by Lehman
Mbany May 3 UF Governor Herbert H. Lehman vetoed 25 bills totaling 21.6 million dollars, rejecting funds for Verona Oneida Lake state park development and 800,000 for industrial building projects at Morrisville Canton and Alfred state schools of agriculture. He criticized fiscal planning and accused Republicans of failing to heed his call for rigid economy.
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British Withdraw From Greece Costs Two Destroyers and Four Transports
The Admiralty announced the British withdrawal from Greece with the loss of two destroyers and four transports. The Diamond and the Wryndi were later sunk by German dive-bombers. casualties feared heavy as 60,000 British troops were involved in the Balkan campaign. Survivors said they faced machine-gun fire from German aircraft while in the water as refugees were evacuated.
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Million Tons Ships Sunk Nazis Claim Berlin May 3
German high command reports April losses of 1.211 million tons of British merchant shipping, with 400,000 tons targeted in Greenate and 250 ships damaged. Night raids by German forces strike Northern Germany and Liverpool, with fires in harbor areas and further attacks on southern and eastern English coastal cities. RAF planes said to be shot down amid intensive anti-aircraft defense.
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War Rages Across Empires Amid Continental and Sea Battles
The second day of fighting sees Bri and Rag forces clash in a region echoing ancient empires while Britain reports airfield losses near Baghdad and Greek evacuations. London notes continued fighting as German radio broadcasts rise. Western fronts see renewed bombing of Hamburg and Liverpool as German U-boats and ships claim British losses at sea.
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Italy Makes Bid for Part Of Slovenia
Rome reports Italy claims annexation of part of Slovenia including Ljubljana as a first formal spoils claim. Fascist editor says another section under German influence lies inland as old Yugoslav province Lubiana links Italy to the Adriatic. Decree grants special concessions, Slovene language promised, autonomous status under Italian commission. Yugoslav envoys leave Rome en route to Lisbon after war declaration.
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Carol Aboard Liner Bound For America
Fragmentary report from a passenger list notes Carol aboard a liner headed to America. One report suggests someone may leave the ship to take up residence, while another line mentions travel toward Havana. A Madame Lorenz shared a cabin with Count Vrancea as the manifest lists travelers.
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German Aid May Increase Oil Field Peril
A broadcast report states that German aid may raise risk to an oil field. The message notes 26 aircraft grounded and mentions native responses along with a day five conclusion from the source.
War Today Analysis on Middle East Rebel Risk and Oil Lines
The piece reviews a revolt against Balch control impacting Allies. It warns of broader Arab-wide anger and possible spread that could threaten Britain’s hold on Suez Canal and Egypt. It notes Iraq’s instability and threats to the oil pipeline from the region, with implications for British forces and Mediterranean operations.
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