Dewey Will Lead Republican Ticket On First Ballot
Philadelphia June 25. Thomas E. Dewey of New York is expected to head the GOP ticket on the first ballot with Sen. Robert A. Taft second and Wendell L. Willkie third. Second ballot surveys show shifting strength as Willkie raids continue and Taft-Dewey forces consider a coalition. Dewey gains from midwest and Illinois delegates while Willkie seeks New York New Jersey and New England backing amid a split Indiana delegation. Uncertain delegates and potential deals loom as conventions evolve.
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Thomas E. Dewey
New York
Robert A. Taft
Wendell L. Willkie
Willkie
Dewey
Taf
Sams
Toda
SDI
Indiana
Taft-Dewey
Rut Hanga Simms
Mark Hanna
Thinais
Ilinois
Sen
Chan Gurney
South Dakota
Taft
Wilkie
New Jersey
New England
Gallup
Massachusetts
Herbert Hoover
California
Dark Horse
Frank E. Gannett
Arthur H. Vandenberg
Michigan
Arthur H. James
Pennsylvania
Minnesota
Wisconsin
Iowa
Two
Dakotas
Gannett
Prospective Mothers Warned to Quit Smoking
Dr. Frederick Thornton of La Crosse Wisconsin told the American Osteopathic association annual convention that nicotine slows glandular functions and cautioned prospective mothers to quit smoking before birth and during nursing. The warning emphasizes the health risks to infants from maternal smoking.
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St, Louis
Frederick Thornton
la Crosse
Wis
American Osteopathic Association
200000 Dogs to Arrive in Boston Halifax from England
The anti cruelty society's managing director announced that an estimated 200000 dogs will reach Boston and Halifax from England within two weeks. The dogs are described as well bred and are being shipped hemisphere by their English owners to prevent increased taxation. The plan is to find homes for the dogs as soon as they arrive.
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Anti- Cruelty Society
Boston
Halifax
England
Army of Million Urged for United States
A Detroit speaker from the American Legion urged forming an American Army of one million, backed by a strong air force and national guard, to defend and aid the nation. He warned wars are fought with towns and planes, saying the U S is unprepared and must enforce demands. The meeting, organized by McDowall county, featured Legionnaires from West Virginia and Charleston leaders.
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J. Kelly
Ametivar
Legion
Strone
Anks
Anite
National Guard
Neo Kelly
Detroit
West Virginia
Wwe
McDowall County
New Kel
Wo Ecott Nefflen
Charleston
Legion National Executive Committee
Legionnaires
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Po McWilligme
Logan
State Department
Japs Drafting Oriental Monroe Doctrine
Tokyo reports Asahi that Japan will issue a sweeping pronouncement asserting an Oriental Monroe doctrine. It would warn powers against interference in East Asia and pledge autonomy for the region, opposing territorial transfers or changes to the status quo, even affecting Italy Germany Britain and neutrals.
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Tokyo
Asahi
Tnday
Japan
St Asia
Italy
Germany
Britain
East Asia
Willkie Gains in Battle for Republican Nomination
A muddled report from the 1940 Republican race shows Willkie courting Weir and Pew in Pennsylvania while Taft and Dewey deny a deal. Vandenberg and Bushfield seek second place as South Dakota backs Bushfield to block Willkie, with a tentative post-second ballot understanding shaping the contest.
West Virginia Day Set for August 3 at Fair
Minutes detail West Virginia day celebrations marking August 3 with plans for governor reception, formal program at New York fairgrounds, breakfast for West Virginians and former residents, and invitation for Chambers of Commerce to help. Special excursions planned. state exhibit building to serve as headquarters.
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Virginiay
New York War
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New York Fairgrounds
West
Rux Pain Relief Promises Quick Ease for Aches
Thousands report relief from rheumatic neuralgic and muscular pain using Rux. Claim quick action on arms legs and muscles with ongoing testimonials. Sold by Potterfield's Drug Store, from Wiltama Ble Laboratories Milwaukee Wisconsin.
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Plutspuest
Wiltama Ble Laboratories
Milwaukee
Wisconsin
Potterfield
Three Couples Seek Marriage Permits in Local County Election
Applicants including Toe Carson Duffey Hancock of Belle Linwood Chanel and Ethel Wooding of Burwell, Mathias Gry of Irunton, and Beulah Shiffirth of 1532 Baer Washington Street request licenses. The county election office records the names and addresses of those applying.
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Toe Carson Duffey Hancock
Belle Linwood Chanel
Ethel Wooding
Burwell
Mathias Gry
Irunton
Beulah Shiffirth
Baer Washington Street
de Louise
Property Transfers Filed at County Clerk’s Office
Property transfers filed yesterday include Sadie Ford to Dira Building company and others with numerous lot descriptions in Dunbar, Charleston, and surrounding areas. Several guardians, trustees, and couples are named in transfers across multiple additions and blocks, listing properties in Union Fork, Cabins Creek district, and Kanawha estates.
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Sadie Ford
Dira
Black
Bowers di
Baye Acdtion
Smuth
Charles- Lingid
Dunbar
C.K. Graley
Jel
Holly Ad. Albans
Champ Marin
Guardian
Ray E. Craddock
Dpatiel
Riffland
Washington
Bob. Arnes
Charleston
Cys Rhoades
Louise Barham
Seclign
South Park
Lyndon Dietriet
Paston
Rinard
Ister
T Dunbar
Unvisa Fork and Hos Company
Rike W Cinelry
A.C. Carpentes
Iatock
Oakland
Roland Go Grupan
E. Rozgonico
Bridge
London
John W. Lee
Dor Nelson
Cesuannity Street
Dunnar
Gom Wickman
Dace Perkins
Wein
Lever
Unclear Youth Military Fitness Remarks Spark Debate
Dr. B Nash of New York University cites a majority of youths seeming fit for military service, urging more focus on education over war. He laments modern youths spending time at fountains drinking sodas rather than training.
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Sefties
Vauntny
B. Nash
Nash
FMS
Toaday
Held in Utah in hold up case linked to Mollanan partner
Police said Herbert Tallman Ruane youth is being held in Utah in connection with a March 24 hold up at the Kranz Resogerger statin near the south end of Patrick street bridge. Last night Taille man was revealed as the partner of Olin Mollanan, already in custody and bound for the grand jury.
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Herbert Tallman
Ruane
Utah
Kranz Reso Gergier Staiin
Patrick Street Bridge
Tailleman
Olin Mollanan
Grand Jury
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