Mandates Use for Japanese Arms Disputed
University of Kentucky’s Paul H Clyde argues that charges of fortification against Japan were based on misinformation or lack of information. He spoke at the University of Virginia on public affairs, saying sea power governs fortifications and that Micronesia, Marianas, Carolines and Marshalls offer limited military value.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
University
Japan
Paul H. Clyde
University of Kentucky
University of Virginia
Institute of Public Affairs
Clyde
Manchuria
League of Nations
Western Pacific
Micronesia
Marianas
Carolines
Marshalls
Saipan
League
Whimseys Continue Nationwide Housing Delays
A blotched clipping notes delays in procuring homes, a Saint John report on Aug 12 mentions a tourist losing a wallet near Calais Missouri and recovering it after a 10.1 mile search, plus Ark county jail crowds freed for budget reasons and California postal receipts rising in 1935.
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Saint John
N. B
Calais
St John Mr. Stephen
Hopf
Ark
H. Stephens
Ethiopian Emperor willing to cede Ogaden for outlet to sea
The report quotes Haile Selassie proposing to cede part of Ogaden to gain a port and loans for development. He cites Djibouti as Ethiopia’s current Gulf outlet and stresses need for economic aid to speed civilization efforts.
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Haile Selassie
Ethiopia
Ogaden
Djibouti
French Somaliland
Gulf of Aden
State tax tokens spark push for smaller coinage
Washington launched metal tokens worth one fifth of a cent to pay sales tax. State officials predicted wider demand for national fractional coins as other states followed. Tokens, aluminum with a center hole, cover tax on purchases under 19 cents and 5 million paper tokens were issued to supplement fast-diminishing metal tokens.
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Olympia
Wash
Washington State Tax Commission
T. M. Jenner
Washington
Illiois
Mississippi
Oklahoma
Colorado
Estranged Couple Keeps Home but Never Speak
In Brockton Massachusetts Mrs. Hattie Eaton filed for divorce and desertion against husband Harry Eaton after four years of silence. She said he moved belongings to two rooms in 1930, locked doors, used a separate entry, ignored notes, and fed alone.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Brockton. Mass
Hattie Eaton
First Oregon car visits Nantucket Island after 17 years
The Oregon 232252 caravan became the island’s long awaited visitor after 17 years of Nantucket’s roads being open to autos. Mr and Mrs Thomas Onsdorff brought the car welcomed by a large island delegation.
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Nantucket
Mass
Oregon
Thomas Onsdorff
Business Summary Continues From Page One
The report notes the month showed overall progress with higher international trade in cold goods than earlier in 1934, though below the final quarter average. It compares month figures to May 1934, indicating a 12 percent rise from that period.
Syrian president fights French tax on imported car
In a French mandated Syria, President Ali bey el Abed faced customs duties when bringing in an American automobile for a lawsuit exhibit. France allowed duty free entry for six months, amid disputes over head of state privileges and the car’s age and origin.
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Ang
France
Ali Bey el Abed
Syria
Customs Service
al Bev el Abed
Scout Knife Lost Near Western Street
A reader reports losing a Remington Boy Scout knife between Western and Maryland streets on the way to a Scout meeting. A small reward is offered for its return. call 9974 at 1108 Western Street.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tack
Western
Maryland
Jack Balzer
Western Street
Public Voices on Store Trading Hours and Post Office Wages
A citizen criticizes merchant notices that push trade hours for staff convenience and calls for fair postal service. The letter argues postal workers have good hours and wages and urges pleasant service at the window. The writer also shares a hay fever eye remedy using hot and cold water baths with a cold compress.
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Tack
California Desert
Johnson's Grocery
Post Office
Santa Claus
Seeking Reliable Live-In Helper for Housekeeping
Middle-aged competent lady sought to live in and care for a single, ill man. Provides room and board plus small wages. Permanent position with steady duties including general housekeeping and daily care tasks. Apply to the reader personally for arrangements.
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Delaware, O
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