Tense Balkan Front Lines Reported By Simultaneous Claims
On Saturday Romanian and Soviet forces clashed near the Prut River as Romania mobilized to resist incursions from Hungary and Bulgaria. Reports from Bucharest and Budapest described shifting stances by Italy and Germany while indicating limited, contested advances by Red Army and local street fighting in Cernauti.
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AP CTU sign new two year pact on wages hours provisions
The Associated Press and the Commercial Telegraphers union reached a fresh two year contract after reopening negotiations on wages hours and related provisions. The agreement covers clerical and technical staff split between newsroom and telegraphers in New York and beyond.
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Revised catechism clears Eve of original sin
The bishops revise the catechism to place sole guilt for original sin on Adam, exempting Eve as having a personal or social fault. The change sparks resistance from women who insist on equality and responsibility, while noting the slow pace of court-like moral judgments.
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Liner Washington Heads to Galway to Rescue Abroad Americans
The US liner Washington, once menaced by a German submarine while evacuating American refugees, sailed Friday night for Galway Ireland to bring home about 2000 Americans still stranded overseas.
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New Threat to Form Third Party Emerges in Campaign
Sen Edwin Johnson of Colorado floated a plan to form a peace party with Sen Wheeler of Montana as its head if the Democrats choose an interventionist as their presidential candidate at Chicago. Johnson warned a third party could destroy Democrats’ chances, urging a focus on national peace against war.
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Willkie Seen as GOP Choice at Linn County Convention
Linn county Republicans praised Wendell Willkie as the unquest i oned choice for president and urged voters to back him and Charles L. McNary. Linville lauded Willkie while attacking subversive ideals dating from 1933. Democrats hailed Willkie as signaling a GOP shift and noted John Valentine as governor candidate.
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Balbo Dies In Air Battle Over Tobruk
Rome reports Balbo former Mussolini ally and head of the 1933 Italian flight killed in an air clash with British planes near Tobruk Libya. Balbo's craft and four crew members perished. He rose from fascist organizer to air minister and governor of Libya.
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Arrow Distilleries Suspension From Hartley Case
Washington AP reports Arrow Distilleries of Peoria Illinois will have its federal liquor permit suspended 30 days starting July 20 under an order by Federal Alcohol Administrator WS Alexander. The case alleges falsifying records and shipping liquor into dry territory in violation of the 21st amendment.
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Hartley liquor incident leads to Arrow Distilleries suspension
Des Moines AP. Town Liquor Control Commission Chair M. L. Curtis said Arrow Distilleries of Peoria Illinois faced suspension stemming from the 1937 Hartley Iowa liquor incident. The commission initiated action and the federal government completed the case after a truck driver tried to deliver illegal liquor to Hartley store. Arrow was deemed responsible for the delivery. Company records show the shipment was sold to a Kentucky wholesaler.
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Finland and Russia Sign Trade Treaty in Moscow
Helsinki announced a signed trade accord with Russia on Saturday. Sources said Finland gained favorable terms and the pact included adjustments to Soviet war indemnity claims. The agreement brought relief in Finland amid Baltic state tensions and recent Russo Finnish war concerns.
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Lettuce Feast Delights Camp Children At Fundraising Night
Home grown leaf lettuce and salad dressing were a hit at Camp Good Health Friday. Children ate large portions and even made lettuce sandwiches with their own dressing. The event aimed to raise funds but remains short of its goal.
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Cool Winds Bring Lower Temperatures This Weekend
Autumn air from the north trimmed the noon high to 76, then fell to 66 by evening and 54 overnight. Saturday morning readings hovered near 66 with a 1:30 p.m. rebound to 76 as sunny skies linger.
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Old-Line G O P Blog Beaten In Chairman Duel
The Republican National Committee delayed electing a chairman after a stormy session led by Col. R B Creager of Texas who sought Hamilton’s reelection. A new eleven member subcommittee was formed to confer with Wendell Willkie and appoint officers including treasurer and secretary. The outcome kept Hamilton’s position in doubt as Alf Landon reportedly objected to his reelection.
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Willkie Delays Acceptance of Republican Nomination
Wen dell L. Willkie said he would delay his formal acceptance until after the Democratic National Convention in Chicago. He noted no set date for an Elwood Indiana address and planned to speak after the Democrats meet, while taking a brief vacation to rest and sleep.
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Reported Move To Involve U S In War Circulates
Verne Marshall reports a rumor from Washington that Britain may transfer its Atlantic fleet to the United States within ten days with French units. He notes French officials' shift toward a rump government and potential U S involvement, while expressing skepticism about a German threat to England.
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Willkie and McNary Invited to Speak in Cedar Rapids
The Linn county Republican convention voted unanimously to invite Wendell L. Willkie and Senator Charles L. McNary to speak in Cedar Rapids at their earliest opportunity. County chairman Carl Hendrickson and Mayor F. K Hahn were tasked with extending invitations.
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Paul Reynaud In Critical Condition After Car Crash
CBS reports an Italian news agency from Geneva says former French premier Paul Reynaud is in critical condition after head injuries sustained in a southwestern France car accident.
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Has Emergency State Of U S Been Broadened
President Roosevelt faces questions as a new proclamation hints at a broader national emergency. The notice contrasts with earlier language about duties of neutrality and defense while conflicting reports place the fleet near Hawaii or heading toward the Atlantic.
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