British Smile At Hitler Threats On Naval Pact
In London on April 1 British naval quarters showed smiles at Adolf Hitler s threat to denounce the Anglo German naval treaty. British officials argued the pact could not be denounced legally and Britain would retain a three to one advantage over Germany. Admiral Sir Ronald Keys noted the view in parliament that denouncing the pact would not be regretted, while Geoffrey Shakespeare stated Britain would be freed from obligations if Germany abandoned the treaty and scrapped battleships.
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Francos Govt Gets American Recognition
Washington April 1 The United States recognized General Franco’s government in Spain. Hull stated the Burgos government would establish diplomatic relations and the move means formal recognition. Roosevelt signed a proclamation lifting the two year embargo on arms and war materials to the warring side. The U S thus joined Great Britain and France in recognizing Franco’s regime as legal and actual government.
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Weather forecast for several southeastern states
Partly cloudy tonight and Sunday with scattered thunder showers this afternoon. In South Carolina and Georgia some showers near the coast and northeast portions, slightly warmer in the northeast and south northwest areas. Florida and Alabama show similar patterns with warm spells and cooler extremes in the far north, winds light to moderate along the coast.
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Coal mine labor and management fail to agree on contract
New York April 1 44 coal mining communities observed a day off as the soft coal wage and hour contract expired at midnight. Eight negotiators (UMWA and industry managers) failed to settle, suspending output in Appalachia while skeleton crews remain. Alabama’s Tennessee Coal Iron and Railroad Co suspended until April 17, with 17,000 miners affected.
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New Dealers Seek Restore Big WPA Cut
Washington reports New Deal senators pledge to restore the 50 million cut from the 2150 million WPA request through July 1. House action trimmed 10 million. senate subcommittee may approve. WPA cutback adjusted relief rolls, aiming at 2.8 million employed in April versus 3 million in March.
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Italian Papers Ridicule Anglo French Pledges
Rome reports that Italian newspapers mocked British and French pledges of aid to Poland while noting unease over potential consequences for Italy. Il Popolo Di Roma cites the headline Jungland assumes defense of Poland's independence, while observers see Italy torn between loyalty to the Rome Berlin axis and hopes a German Polish clash won’t happen.
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Europe awaits Germany line crossing speech sparks tense reaction
Adolf Hitler answered Britain and France pledges with warnings to Britain and Poland as 60,000 cheered in Wilhelmshaven while the battleship Von Tirpitz slid into the North Sea. Britain doubts denouncing the naval pact changes sea superiority. Europe weighs shifted alliances and future countermoves across Paris London and Rome.
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Solons urged to meet in extra session on education funds
Georgia legislators were asked to pledge support for a special session to fund teachers salaries for the 1938-39 fiscal year after the economy committee's probe. The 257 lawmakers were sent a pledge by the Chattooga county teachers organization led by G. M. Interkin of Summerville. The note stresses non political purpose to keep schools open, with about $5.2 million needed and federal aid unlikely. A Maryland delegation yesterday reported no federal funds, while hearings resume Monday.
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Publisher Urges Resignation Demand Over Roosevelt Policy
New York April 19 Frank Gannett publisher urged Americans to demand President Roosevelt's resignation. He faulted the New Deal for crushing taxes, stagnating business, lowering wages, and killing investment incentives while noting his respect for the president's intentions. He warned that continued policy could invite fascism or communism if not changed.
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Raised by appeals to finish this year's school term
The report notes pressure from individuals, business concerns, and the county commissioners to complete this year's school term.
Merchants Report Spring Upturn Across U S Trade
Chicago April 11 reports show a marked uptick in mercantile activity ahead of Easter. National surveys indicate stronger mail order and retail sales, with department stores about five percent ahead of last season.
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Wisconsin Snow and Cold Sweep Midwest Weather
A cold wave from the upper Mississippi Valley brings snow to parts of Wisconsin and freezing highs across the region. Minneapolis and St. Paul register an 18 to 22 degree overnight, Green Bay sees snow, while Chicago, Cleveland, Boston and New York report milder lows. Rain falls in the South, and the weather service cautions the cold may move into the Great Lakes with uncertain effects on New England.
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Hitler Threatens Britain as Axis Tide Grows
Adolf Hitler addressed thirty to fifty thousand supporters in Wilhelmshaven April 1 denouncing the 1935 Anglo French naval pact and warning Britain and France while boasting Germany’s navy and the Rome Berlin axis. He defended past actions in Czechoslovakia and Memel and declared readiness for conflict if needed.
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