America’s Course in a Crisis and World War Threat
The nation should stay neutral yet engaged as Adolf Hitler endangers Europe and Britain fights for existence. The president says every bomb and word affects America’s future, urging cautious unity and a world peace that ends force between nations.
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Europe Goes To War After Hitler’s Poland Invasion
Britain and France declare war marking a renewed continental conflict sparked by Adolf Hitler. The piece condemns German aggression from Austria to Czechoslovakia and Poland, urging a halt for survival of the West and condemning Hitler’s violations of international law.
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Versailles
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France
Chamberlain
Germany
Adolf Hitler
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Austria
Spain
Czecho- Slovakia
Poland
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Balkans
Raymond Clapper Sets U S Policy On War Scare
In Washington Raymond Clapper argues that critics who claimed the administration manufactured a European war scare were proved wrong. He defends a policy to aid Britain and France while avoiding war, stating the United States should avoid heavy expenditure of lives and focus on self interest and practical gains.
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Roosevelt
Hull
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United States
Hitler
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France
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Britain
Germany
Public life under censorship amid Washington moves
The writer urges public figures to maintain stern voluntary censorship as Congress reopens and lawmakers speak from home bases. He warns that politics and prejudices influence many people and suggests the White House can do without both for a period.
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Congress
White House
Washington buzz as war clouds gather in capital scene
Bruce Catton notes official Washington remains on a midsummer pace though war risks loom. Departments like State Agriculture Treasury and Justice keep busy with plans to stabilize markets and monitor foreign agents. Senators and representatives stay in DC preparing resolutions and political moves amid looming crisis.
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Nations of free men prepare for war in defense of freedom
Two nations of free men have not shunned the duty to preserve their liberty and endure sacrifices. War will be terrible but necessary until a better order emerges. Civilians become targets as Europe faces the dictator’s challenge to freedom and tolerance.
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Europe
Cleveland Plain Dealer
Free Speech and Fear in Modern Life
A commentary on expressing opinions while wary of personal or professional repercussions. It argues freedom of speech depends on avoiding fear of spouses, neighbors, or employers and maintaining one’s reputation and business.
Q And A Answers From The Messenger Information Bureau
A reader questions topics from history law and civics. Answers cover Roman Britain dates costs of federal branches fatal auto accidents rates 1927 to 1937 decisive Revolutionary War battles fur imports kudosed Pilgrim and Winthrop homes and more with concise factual responses.
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Poet's Corner Verses From Messenger Readers
Riches are but nameless thin a what hope a child's anell ws bird's song and glittering wing A priceless fragrance in the summer air. Riches are not gems of gold But mind of youth with words of truth Worth more than gems untold Those beautiful words to Naomi by Ruth. Marguerite Moore Bidwell, O.
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Marguerite Moore Bidwell, O
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Philip Veritzen
Lillian
Republican machine in Hocking County cited in public forum letter
Eugene Martin of Nelsonville declares a Republican political patronage scheme in Hocking County. He alleges five party officials distributed jobs to yes-men, rewarding workers who did the groundwork while long-time supporters were left out. He condemns Taft money and compares local machine politics to dictatorship, noting Ward Township as another affected area.
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Graf Zeppelin returns from world circumnavigation in 27 days
Athens officials report the Graf Zeppelin completed a world circling voyage in 27 days. Athens representatives at the Gallia County Republican women group include Mrs John Finsterwald and others. In local schools 34 percent of 1,000 first and second graders are underweight, prompting health officials to urge examinations and health-building programs for primary students.
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Florida
Washington
University of Maryland
Chan Gurney
South Dakota
Sol Bloom
New York
Congress
John Schafer
Wisconsin
Athens
Gallia
Athens County Dry Forces Organize for November Battle
Twenty years ago Athens County forms a dry forces unit for the upcoming vote. Major S M Johnson chosen commander of the K T Crossen Post American Legion with Capt J H Comstock as vice commander and William A Moorehead as adjutant. L G Connett named finance officer and Miles Cagg historian. Striking workers return to Athens Steam Laundry at one dollar daily. A E Algeo and family return from Buckeye Lake as Lieut Karl Barth joins his mother and aunt in Coolville. Barth had served as quartermaster of the Base Hospital at Anniston Alabama and plans to move to Shreveport Louisiana to join the Arkansas Gas Company.
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K. T. Crossen
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J. H. Comstock
William A. Moorehead
L. G. Connett
Miles Cagg
Karl Barth
Dora Barth
Mame Hoobler
Coolville
Barth
Anniston
Ala
Shreveport
Arkansas Gas Company
Temple University Introduces Micro-Photography Record System
Temple University will inaugurate a micro photography filing system for student records. About 12,000 record cards will be photographed so the film can be stored in one desk drawer instead of 100 receptacles.
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Philadelphia
Temple — University
Rheumatoid arthritis linked to emotional stress findings
A study of 50 RA patients suggests emotional crises may accompany onset or worsen symptoms in some cases, with financial and family worries frequently noted. Researchers caution against proving mental states cause arthritis, but stress may trigger flares when other factors are present.
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Boston
Marriage Meddlers Sequel Prompts Greenwich Village Mission
Madge Graham prompts Philip Veritzen to visit a Greenwich Village hideout on a secret mission. Spencer aims to coax Noel and Mary to a Sag Harbor farm, using Noel as bait to trap Jack Leslie. Veritzen agrees to go with guards, while the Chief plans a decisive next move.
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Charlies Spencer
Secret Service Ace
Philip Veritzen
Spencer
Greenwich Village
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Mary
Madge
Sag Harbor Farm
Lansfield
Jack Leslie
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Olina
Olga
Minnesota Lakes Bring In Big Tourism Revenue
Minnesota earns about 129 million dollars yearly from lake fishing and outdoor tourism. State officials estimate 40 million outdoor enthusiasts spend roughly 5 billion nationally seeking nature retreats. Idaho plans restocking to help youths with affordable fishing near towns and cities.
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Coeur D'Alene
Ida
Walter Fiscus
Idaho
Fiscus
Fisherman nets two pound flounder in surf
Myrtle Beach report says C. H. Goldsmith felt a fish brush his leg while swimming and quickly hauled ashore a two pound flounder, adding a casual catch to the coastal tale.
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Malin Sees Two Quiet Crime-Free Years
In Malin Oregon a two year period passes without a single arrest or crime. City Marshal Dick Stevenson is credited by locals for keeping order while Mayor A Kalina attributes the calm to a law abiding community.
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Ore
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