Mediation Row Deepens Labor Union Jurisdiction Fight
A Washington dispatch reports growing tension in a dispute between two unions over authority to handle disman tling machinery and related work. The Roosevelt administration faces criticism as it reorganizes the Mediation Board to intervene in employer employee conflicts amid broader jurisdictional debates.
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Vasansoto
Hoorevelt
United States Navy
HuehSulver Brothers
SS Louis
Governora
Moosevelt
Quartets
Betven
Eliikts
Ube
Maire Beacen
Phis
Supreme Court
Mediation Board Faces Labor Conflicts Over Navy Run Plant
The dispute centers on management by Busche Sulzer for a Navy project and threats of strikes by machinists and carpenters. Jurisdictional issues, the role of the National Labor Relations Board, and the closed shop debate at General Motors frame negotiations as officials weigh mediation, authority limits, and potential policy shifts.
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United States Navy
Busche Sulzer Company
A. PF
Suspene Han
Tre Fukhidietiony
Yn Snachidene
Fa Aitymed Uy
A. P. of
L. Iteell
Japan cannot conquer China says Japanese official
An official spokesman for Japan in China admitted the army cannot conquer China, noting the vast area and possible Chinese offensives. He warned that if war with the United States comes, Britain will be pressed to the fore while Britain’s help is crucial to keep fighting.
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China
United Sta
Toxya
Axis
Japan
Britain
United States
Livus
Henri Akiganin
Jans Cantor
Japan Times
Tokyo
Japanese Foreign Office
Edried
Chiang Heche
Witkedo
Wilc
Wen
Atlantic
Pacific
Iceply
Journal Tantem
Yar
Lam
Garrols
Lindbérgh
Lintbergh
Ste
S.A
Lindhorsh
Wheeler
Pepperdy
S.A. H
Europe
S. A
S.A. R
America
Sytaguss
James R. Blakesl
Vichy Deal With Germany Risks Naval and North Africa Concessions
German offer to cut the French army by 2 million in two days prompts questions on a larger price. Critics fear naval bases, troop routes to the Mediterranean and overseas domination in North Africa and Syria. Analysts like Leland Stowe note German gains may disrupt Allied access to resources while stirring regional tensions among Greeks and Arabs.
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Vichy
Germany
France
Darlan
Mediterranean
Spain
French North Africa
Syria
Middle East
Britain
Meertupelieg and Meantro Plan Stirs Regional Futures
An article reports on a proposed Large scale industrial and agricultural blitz aimed at tying the region into a single economic drive. It notes costs, delays, and a disputed bill tied to an occupying force of 4,000 with potential daily profits of 4 million dollars.
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Evening Post
Wallees
Kerran
Ely
Liquor Limits and Crash Tests Stir Public Debate
Gov Lehman signs the Peterson bill setting two hour blood tests for intoxication in accidents with prima facie thresholds. A brain test for common sense is proposed to curb impetuous speed eaters. Rear Admiral Andrews urges reporting war materiel to Britain and warns against missteps in the anti Hitler struggle.
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Ater
Henry Ford
Berybody
Lehman
Peterson
Maud’s tale on mule attack brig sentence dilemma arises
A correspondent recalls a Fort Bragg incident where a groom killed by a mule led a soldier to shoot the animal. The man served six months in the brig for destroying government property, prompting debates on mule dangers, hospital trauma, and Army transport speed. The piece weighs the justice of the punishment against sympathetic context and policy implications.
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Maud
Exdotra Sao
Bragg
N.C
Taspia
Frankis
Our Readers Viewpoints on Liberty and War Debate
Readers respond to wartime rhetoric and patriotism, arguing for freedom of speech and urging caution in pro war stances. Letters from Fayetteville and Weedsport defend or critique figures like Lindbergh and Stafford, question intervention, and urge concrete civic action while highlighting family and community perspectives.
Confidential communications restricted by signatories
Anonymous contributors avoid naming themselves when sending messages. A force of unnamed writers seeks secrecy about their discussions and intentions. The group fears disclosure could threaten collaboration and protection of sensitive information.
Fragmentary note on press liberty and freedom
A fragmented text discusses the liberty of the press as a true measure of freedom. It suggests that without press freedom, other freedoms may remain inert or nominal. The source shows incomplete wording and lacks clear events or names.
Fragmentary quote about free speech and defense of expression
A fragmented line asserts disapproval of silencing words and defends the right to speak freely, ending with a defiant stance to defend free expression.
Our National Affairs and Axis Aims in Debate
Raymond Clapper discusses U S policy lines amid wartime tensions. He notes criticism of selling wheat to Vichy France and perceived appeasement. Clapper reflects on actions pushing nations toward the Axis while stressing the goal to defeat the Axis itself.
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France
Japan
Jose
Setoht
Axi
Axis
Asis
Defeat of Axis Major U S Objective Oath and Neutral Portugal
A fragmented wartime memo debates U S policy toward Portugal and the Axis, noting Portugal and Vichy France influence, possible oil and gas sales to Japan, and pressures on Germany. It questions current State Department policies, calls for careful judgment, and argues for constructive debate over policy choices.
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Portugal
Europe
United States
Porligal
Moxun
Bey
State Department
Department
Rons Ussume
The General Recalls Custer and Native War Echoes
In a reflective recounting from WYASHNETON dated May 1, the General describes plains ironware, old ceremonial dances, and fading symbols. He recalls veterans of Little Bighorn and says future wars were prepared by pro war rhetoric and ceremonial pageants among Arapaho and Cheyenne camps.
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Nang Arcana Oklarama
Ches+ eine
All
Finetons
Cheyenne Parable of War Chief and Mock War Drum
A chaotic Cheyenne parable describes a fake war rite led by a sham war chief Bo Hee and a renowned war medicine man from the white world. The scene escalates into fevered, ritual frenzy, with war cries, painted bodies, and improvised violence, ending with a tense forecast of looming conflict and cultural unease.
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Morse
Cheyenne
Crazy Hones
Montana
Wil
Jim
UK Center
Lundie
Senator Pepper
Bo-Hee
Jon
Hu-Hee
Squaw
Dorothy ‘Thompson
Messi
Prats
Farmers back defense as war demands rise
A private poll of farm editors reveals mixed views on wartime policy. Northwest producers fear labor costs and scarce farming machinery, while Pennsylvania poultrymen push for fast action, and Texas farmers express solid support for defense. New York dairymen signal willingness to back necessary military measures.
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Ashington
Cr. C. Tabor
Wickard
Leece
Tarles Stimson
Knox, Jiall
Fantefilors
Northwest
America
United States
England
Pennsylvania
Texas
New York
Farmers Demand Facts on War Perils in Midwest
Midwest farmers press for clear government facts on war risks and Britain's peril. They fear rising costs, equipment shortages, and inflation while awaiting more news from Washington. Leaders like John L. Lewis oppose imperialist war and labor resistance shapes public sentiment as administration weighs convoy and Britain risk.
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Des Moines
Lincoln
Midwest
Golals
John
Lindbergh
Britain
Sitikes
Ukewtse
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