Roosevelt's Third Inauguration Amid Global War News
Allied forces report British troops rout two Italian divisions around Kassala in Anglo Egyptian Sudan with about 24 000 Italian soldiers casualties. pursuit of Fascist units continues along the 200 mile Sudanese border as Nazi bombers strike at Suez zone and London.
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Roosevelt Takes Third Inaugural Oath Amid Crowd Cheer
President Franklin D Roosevelt sworn in for a third term in a sunlit Capitol ceremony. Chief Justice Hughes administered the oath as a crowd estimated over 75 000 packed the plaza. Roosevelt pledged to protect and perpetuate democracy while Garner swore in Henry A Wallace as Vice President.
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Frail Woman Is Mother of Four
MICHIGAN CITY Jan. 20 Quadruplets born to Eva Swanson 35, 98 pounds, all via C section. One girl died 11 a m at St Anthonys Hospital. Surviving infants include Jennifer Phoebe and Stephen with Linda the deceased. Father Melbert Swanson said baby names chosen. Doctor noted feeding to begin in about 12 hours and milk given with eye dropper. Linda lived about 90 minutes. NORRISTOWN Pa buried today four hours after birth all died to Mrs wy Tannone 34 Bridgeport.
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Gavel Falls For John N Garner In 1930s Farewell
Washington dispatch reports John Nance Garner ending his 38 year Capitol career after administering Henry Wallace’s oath as the 32nd vice president. The 72 year old Texan returns to Uvalde to enjoy fishing, hunting, rental homes, and a planned quiet life at 93.
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Ready To Begin Airport Work At Winchester
Work to increase runways at Winchester Municipal Airport moved to the field by truck. Operations expected to start immediately if weather allows. George Schecter, in charge, said completion of the task will take about a month. He noted three training planes and no extra equipment costs are anticipated.
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City Cage Loop Opens Tonight
The City Amateur Basketball league sponsored by the Junior of Trade opens its second year tonight at 8 o clock in Handley gym. Tonight’s games feature Dr Pepper and Nehi against Rustic Tavern and O Sullivan teams.
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Four Roosevelt Generations At Roosevelt Inauguration
President Roosevelt was sworn in for a third time as Mrs. Roosevelt his mother and four generations of the Roosevelt family sat nearby. Vice President Wallace sat to his left as Garner and West Virginia Governor Neely listened. the crowd applauded when he affirmed democracy remains strong.
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Navy seamen convicted for cutting Nazi flag at German consulate
In San Francisco two Navy seamen Harold J. Sturtevant and E G Lackey were found guilty of malicious mischief for cutting down a Nazi flag at the German consulate. Judge Mullins ordered custody of naval authorities with sentencing set for next Thursday. The men were later reported to have been under observation in Mare Island naval hospital.
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Tribute to Judge Handley at Handley High School
Students at Handley high school will Friday honor the birthday anniversary of the late Judge John Handley whose benefactions funded local public schools and the Hand Library. Handley was born January 27, 1835, making the observance tied to upcoming exams next week.
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Nutty Weather Tales From Rockies To Zoo
Scrambling goats and shyte weather antics sweep through Colorado as a Himalayan goat roams near Cheyenne Mountain Zoo while flowers bloom in warm pockets. polar bears pace their iceless pool amid a snowless Denver season.
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Wide Powers For President Again Debated
Washington on January 20 1941 with Franklin D Roosevelt seeking broad executive authority to turn the United States into a great arsenal of democracy while opponents warn of wartime dictatorship. The coverage notes the risk and the crisis atmosphere as global conflicts threaten national security and the future of 130 million Americans.
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Dame Margaret Lloyd George Dies at 75 in Wales
Dame Margaret Lloyd George, wife of Prime Minister David Lloyd George, died at Criccieth Wales at age 75. She was born in Criccieth and became a dame grand cross of the British Empire in 1920. The couple had four children and two MPs among the family. She was known as a prohibitionist and campaigned with her husband.
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President Roosevelt Defends Democracy Inaugural Address
In a Washington dispatch the president assures world democracy endures and urges action to protect national institutions. The inaugural message reflects on history from Washington and Lincoln, arguing democracy survives crises and should be defended against external threats. A theater ad notes a cashier wanted at the Palace Theatre.
Stephens City Water System WPA Project Approved
Congressman A Willis Robertson announces a Works Progress Administration project of 1801 for Stephens City water system improvements. The plan covers extending waterlines on public and private property with excavation pipe laying fittings and incidental work, pending consent and funding availability as of January 16.
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Income Tax Returns Prepared in WinchesterVA Office
Federal and State income tax returns prepared for individuals partnerships and corporations. 14615 North Loudoun Street Winchester Virginia hours 4 p m to 9 p m J H Seal Jr.
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Martinsburg Bakery Faces Peddling Charge in Winchester
Judge Philip Williams hears a license suit against Grennen Baking Company of Martinsburg under city ordinance section 192 B. The case questions the validity of its orders to the Great A and P Tea Company store in Winchester and potential tax liability. James H Merriner testifies the store buys according to stock levels on hand. The court reserved ruling on interstate commerce considerations and license fee exposure.
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Attendance declines in Winchester public schools
An afternoon inquiry shows influenza grip and colds reducing attendance in Winchester and county schools. In Winchester 286 of about 2000 pupils were absent today while city conditions improve slightly and county conditions are better than earlier.
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Roosevelt’s Third Inaugural Day: Roosevelts Call for Action
President Roosevelt, amid crowds at Pennsylvania Avenue, urges action against inaction as he begins a third term. He prays at St. John’s Church and meets Willkie to discuss aiding Britain, sending a letter to Churchill for London arrival.
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