Willkie speech eyed as conscription debate grows
The piece notes Wendell Willkie will address conscription in Elwood as Congress may act soon, and contrasts universal training with conscription while urging detailed defense equipment plans. It also critiques Senator Pepper and Lindbergh, defends self defense, and highlights Willkie’s Colorado presence and federal projects here.
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Colo
Wendell L. Willkie
Elwood
Congress
Mr. Willkie
Senate Debates Draft Law as Nations Faces Imminent Threat
Senate opens debate on the Burke Wadsworth conscription bill. Senator Sheppard calls conscription a tragic necessity to build an expandable armed force amid dictatorial aggression. Opponents led by Senator Johnson warn against forced enlistment and promise full discussion. Page 2 coverage notes F D R limits on the national guard.
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Washington
Sheppard
Tex
Senate
United States
Western Hemisphere
Mercury Dips in Light Cedar Rapids Rain
Overcast Cedar Rapids had intermittent light rain with only .03 inch by mid Friday. Temperatures rose from a low of 68 to 75 by 2:30 p.m. Humidity kept the day muggy after Thursday’s peak 86 and a slow fall to 73 by midnight per the Chambers Inskeep recorder.
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Cedar Rapids
Mercury
Chambers Inskeep Company
Brilliant Student Dies For Murder
Florence Arizona report states 23 year old student Robert Burgunder was executed in the state prison gas chamber for the murder of Jack Peterson a Phoenix automobile salesman.
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Florence, Ariz
Robert Burgunder
Jack Peterson
Phoenix, Ariz
The Danger of Getting Used to Evil in Daily Life
Chesterton examines how people and professionals adapt to ugly or cruel conditions, warning that tolerance without action erodes moral courage. He cites modern violence and the crucifixion story to stress that some evils must be opposed, not accepted.
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Jesus
United Feature Syndicate. Inc
Link-Belt Speeder Wins $300000 War Department Contract
The Link-Belt Speeder corporation secured a $300,000 War Department contract for 51 four yard and 12 yard power shovels and cranes. The Cedar Rapids plant began work last Friday with ten machines expected each month. The order is among the largest for this equipment. Six other bidders competed.
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United States
War Department
Link-Belt Speeder Corporation
Cedar Rapids
Wallace to Accept Nomination in Des Moines Aug 29
President Roosevelt announced Wallace will formally accept the Democratic vice presidential nomination in Des Moines on August 29. He noted Wallace may resign from the cabinet when he embarks on a campaign, but no travel plans were set at the Thursday conference. The dates align with Wendell Willkie and his running mate accepting on August 17 and 27.
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Wendell
L. Willkie
Wallace to deliver acceptance speech in Des Moines Coliseum
Iowa Democratic state headquarters says Henry A. Wallace will give his acceptance speech on the night of Thursday August 29 in Des Moines Coliseum. Arrangements will accommodate a crowd of 8900.
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Des Moines
Iowa
Henry A. Wallace
Reich Bomber Raids Slacken After Repulse
German aerial onslaughts against British shores and shipping diminished after heavy losses. The British air ministry said 60 German planes were destroyed and many more damaged in Thursday’s raid, the largest in British history. Britain reported 16 of its planes lost, with three previously listed missing pilots safe. German claims of British losses were disputed by a British source, noting no tanker or matching tonnage. Further raids on Liverpool Bristol and southern ports were announced by the German high command.
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England
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Gov Wilson Cuts Iowa Property Tax Levy In Half
Gov George A. Wilson ordered a reduction in the state property tax levy for next year to one mill after a June 30 general fund balance of 15.757 million dollars was reported. The half-rate saves about eight dollars for a 160 acre farmer and about three dollars for a typical town resident with a 3000 dollar home.
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Des Moines
George A. Wilson
Iowa
Treasury
Governor outlines state budget shift to owners' contributions
The governor cites a proposed 1941 state government funding plan with owners contributing about 3 million dollars, down from roughly 6 million this year. He notes not overlooking imperative needs likely to face the next legislature while declining to detail the phrase.
Democrats Continue Book Sale Despite Jackson Proposal
The Democratic National Committee will sell campaign books with paid advertising to raise 1940 funds despite Attorney General Jackson urging a ban. Charles Michelson said the Hatch act does not prohibit the sales, which were planned before Jackson’s proposal. Books cost 25 cents each and Flynn will oversee the campaign from New York with Aug 29 Des Moines events for Henry Wallace noted.
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Democratic National Committee
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Charles Michelson
National
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James A. Farley
Michelson
Jackson
Flynn
Des Moines
Henry A. Wallace
Roosevelt
New York
Wendell L. Willkie
Contracts For Only 383 Army Planes Signed
Secretary of War Henry L. Stimson testified that contracts for only 33 of 4000 planes were signed, citing lack of a satisfactory amortization program as the main obstacle. Treasury Secretary Morgenthau warned of a $5.7 billon peacetime deficit unless new taxes pass, urging rapid excess profits tax enactment to fund defense. The two officials spoke before congressional committees amid demands for clearer terms for contractors.
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Henry L. Stimson
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Stimson
Joint Congressional Tax Committee
William S. Knudsen
Defense
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Morgenthau
America
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Britain withdraws troops from Shanghai under Japanese request
Britain ordered the withdrawal of 2000 to 3000 troops from Shanghai Peiping and Tientsin following a request believed from Japan. The move aims to reroute forces in the Far East amid broader tensions with Japan and pressure on the Burma road. The United States, French and Italian troops are present in the Shanghai settlement. A Chinese spokesman called the decision minor but noted it furthers Japanese control.
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Shanghai International Settlement
Instructions On Registering Aliens For Defense Program
Postal authorities in Cedar Rapids begin aliens registration from August 27 to December 26 as part of the national defense program. Estimates place Linn county aliens between 300 and 3,000. postmasters will contact institutions and visit homes to complete registrations for ages 14 and over.
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Linn County
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Windsors Set Date For U S Visit Soon
The Duke of Windsor said on Friday that he and his American-born duchess will visit the United States soon. The couple discussed plans during a Bermuda appearance, indicating a forthcoming trip to the U S.
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U S Marines Will Stay In Shanghai
Washington acting Secretary of State Sumner Welles said American Marines now in Shanghai will remain there for the present despite Britain withdrawing troops from the international settlement.
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Sumner Welles
Shanghai
International Settlement
Stewardess Assault Shrouds Plane Mail Room Incident
Rose mary griffith a 24 year old stewardess on a sleeper plane was found unconscious on a plane legged by a behind attack. postal authorities seized the plane’s mail to inspect the baggage area after a man demanded the key and entered the compartment. a taxi driver reported driving a nervous man from the airport to the railroad station with the unconscious stewardess Wednesday night.
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Tenn
Tennesseee Mountains
American Airlines Inc
Rosemary Griffith
United Press
John Oman II
Miss Griffith
Two Hurt In Fall From Ferris Wheel At Solon
Erelyn Marsh twenty, of 8080 Avenue NW, sustained a scalp cut with 18 stitches a bruised right shoulder and at least one fractured vertebra as she fell from a Solon ferris wheel during the centennial celebration. Paul Ahles twenty four of 418 Seventh Street SE was shaken and had bruised legs but was not seriously injured. Marsh was hospitalized at St Luke's and her condition described as fairly good.
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Erelyn Marsh
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St. Luke's Hospital
Paul Ahles
Seventh Street
Miss Marsh
Ahles
Nazis Control Arms Patents in U S Defense Industries
Thurman Arnold, assistant US attorney general, described an economic fifth column in vital American defense industries. Federal grand juries in New York and other cities uncovered evidence suggesting German-controlled patents essential to U S war effort, attributed to normal business trends, not espionage.
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New York
Thurman Arnold
United States
Roosevelt recalls ambassador to consult after interview
President Roosevelt orders John Cudahy, the U.S. ambassador to Belgium, back to Washington for consultation following a London interview in which he praised Belgian invaders and criticized American troops. Secretary Welles rebuked the envoy for violating State Department instructions and warned officials abroad to avoid unapproved statements.
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Roosevelt
John Cudahy
Belgium
United States
State Department
Cudahy
Sumner Welles
Intervew
London
Welles
Department of State
American Ambassador Cudahy to depart Lisbon aboard Atlantic Clipper
American Ambassador to Belgium John Cudahy announced Friday night he would leave Lisbon Portugal on the Atlantic Clipper Monday.
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London
INS
Belgium
John Cudahy
Lisbon
Portugal
Iowa Corn Crop Outlook Drops Sharply
Des Moines AP reports the federal agriculture department estimated Iowa corn prospects at 392,312,000 bushels down 31 2 bushels per acre from a month ago. The 442 bushels per acre yield contrasts with 423,168,000 bushels last month while oats rose to 199,156,000 bushels with 38 bushels per acre. Extreme heat and moisture shortage reduced corn yield though oats improved.
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Federal Agriculture Department
Fridday
Agriculture department midyear crop forecast update
The Department predicts this year's corn output at 2.248 billion bushels and total wheat at 760.623 million, compared with 2.416 billion corn and 728.644 million wheat forecast a month earlier. Oat production is 1.122 billion bushels, with previous estimates at 1.032 and last year's 1.118 billion.
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Agriculture Department
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