Hitler circle says last offer to Britain for peace
Rome reports in diplomatic circles that Hitler may issue a ten point proposal to Britain within days to settle the war and spare the British Isles, with Germany planning terms through Count Ciano and Mussolini's envoy. Berlin sources say Britain would mediate among gold standard nations in a European economic readjustment while staying out of continental politics.
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Chaos Notices From Incomplete News Briefs
Fragmented OCR yields scattered items. Mentions of political campaigns, mine disasters, indictments, war theatre, labor and safety topics, local briefs on utilities, schooling, veterans, and public works. Densest facts include a Pennsylvania mine disaster death toll and a gambling probe indictment.
Radio listings and convention coverage mix on air
Radios schedule demo coverage from Democratic National Convention tonight with Senator Barkley address. multiple networks NBC CBS WEAF carry convention 5 to 10:20 pm. Programs include Meredith Willson Revue Tommy Dorsey Orchestra Glenn Miller Orchestra and various talk and music slots across WEAF NBC CBS WIZ WABC and more.
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Papal Envoys Ordered From Holland and Belgium
Vatican news agency reports the Holy See will recall apostolic delegates from the Netherlands and Belgium as German government actions prompt diplomatic reassignments. Other diplomats were ordered out, signaling a broader strain in church-state relations.
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State Delegates Favor Wallace In Chicago Nomination
Pennsylvania delegation at the Democratic national convention showed cautious indifference to Henry Wallace for vice president. State Chairman Meredith Meyers said the sentiment favored Wallace but did not commit. The move surfaced from efforts by State Senator John Flee, a longtime ally of Governor Lloyd Stark of Missouri.
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Desmond Reported Slightly Improved After Operation
Desmond, a prominent Corry resident and Mesmindy president and reinsurer with A B How and Company, remains in serious condition at St Vincent’s hospital Erle after an operation for a ruptured appendix. He fell ill during a business trip and was moved to the ErIE Hospital where slight improvement was observed the following morning.
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Warren County rural electric lines expected to energize early August
Plan service to Warren Farms area as 100 miles of rural lines are readied in western Warren County. HF Curry says construction in Columbus Freehold Sugar Grove and Conewango townships is complete with transformers installed. Stringing now underway in Spring Creek and Pittsfield townships as Midland Constructors of Chicago leads the project with Gibbs Hill Engravers handling engineering and inspection. Continued on Page Three.
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Italians claim major triumphs in naval battle
Italian high command reports heavy fires at Haifa and crippling blows to Britain's Mediterranean fleet. The Hood, the Ark Royal, a destroyer and cargo ship are cited as sunk or hit, with multiple ships damaged and twelve Italian planes shot down. British mines requested around Tartary territory noted by London.
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63 Are Killed in Pennsylvania Coal Mine Disaster
By William Blair Associated Press staff writer at Sonman Pennsylvania July 16 63 men killed in a gas explosion in a bituminous coal mine as rescuers recovered bodies and survivors described a vast white fire sweeping the tunnel. The Kopyers Company operator faced the disaster as the worst in Pennsylvania in a decade with many workers trapped deeper in the mine. One survivor recalled a wall of flame while others escaped the miles of maze like shafts. Continued on page eight.
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Citywide bicycle licensing heads to third reading
Corry City Council moves Bil No. 648 to license and register all bicycles. The measure, effective August 1, sets up a registration bureau with 700 metal license plates to be affixed to saddles. Plates cost 2 cents and require annual renewal thereafter.
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Roosevelt Gets Info On Confab From Byrnes
President Roosevelt kept a hands off stance on the Democratic National Convention while Senator James Byrnes of South Carolina drew attention. A White House line indicated a long telephone briefing linked the White House with Chicago as officials explained the call was to learn what was happening at the convention. Byrnes reportedly coordinated with Roosevelt’s aides who had disengaged from the Pan American conference in Hayward amid evolving political conjecture.
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Jap Cabinet Resigns as Government to Be Reorganized
Tokyo reports Premier Ay Mitailmasa Vonsi led a cabinet resignation today to form a new government. War Minister Shunro Ku Finta and Prince Ionoye Tomer were named top contenders for the premiership as the Emperor, staying at a seaside villa, considers the moves amid plans for a strong policy against Western powers.
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Lewis 18 Silent
John L Lewis returned to Washington amid third term platform talk as Chicago dispatch notes activity surrounding a possible labor party movement. Politicians debate the issue while Lewis weighs next steps in national politics.
Reunion Planned by Company A War Veterans in Union City
Members of Gongany A 72 Infantry, veterans of World War I, plan a two day reunion in Union City on July 26 and 27. General Chairman Forest Braley reports strong interest with headquarters at the Rea hotel opening Friday evening. The program includes a get-together, entertainment, Coleman’s band concert, a banquet by V. M. Protogrens, and two floor shows with public dance. registration reopens for late arrivals.
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State officials probe Sonmar mine disaster in Harrisburg
July 16 reports say a personal investigation into the Sonmar mine explosion began under state secretary of mines John Tra Thomas and deputy Joseph Welet. They and all mine inspectors in western Pennsylvania rushed to the shaft yesterday to assess the worst disaster of the James administration.
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Issue of sending aid to England causes fight
chaotic report on Democratic policy wrangle over aiding England. Wheeler McCarran subcommittee works on a platform pledge to keep U S out of European or Asian war. Pepper defends aiding Britain while others push for nonintervention toward Allied fields. party unity in doubt ahead of convention debate.
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Largest Coffin for Robert Wadlow Shipped Home
The 8 foot 11 inch giant Robert Wadlow, 22, of Alton Ill. died after a foot injury. His coffin was described as the largest ever made and shipped from Manistee to his home in Alton. Wadlow weighed 491 pounds and stood 8 feet 11 inches tall, gaining fame as the tallest man in medical history.
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Germans to Strike Friday Report Claims Delayed Action
The Petit Dauphinois says foreign diplomats in Switzerland learned that a projected English attack by 810,000 Germans was delayed due to high command disagreements but could be launched Friday night. The Germans reportedly assembled hundreds of ships for the assault, according to a Bern dispatch.
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Three new Estonian parliaments to convene after elections
Riga July 1 Three newly elected parliaments in Estonia will assemble soon to draft constitutions. Officials estimate over 90 percent of eligible voters participated in the elections held Sunday and Monday, signaling strong turnout.
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Silence of for Stirs Delegates at Dem Confab
Democratic convention delegates grew restive awaiting word from President Roosevelt as Speaker Bankhead pressed for a 1940 campaign record of the New Deal. National Chairman James A Parley delivered a keynote and farewell speech as the Chicago convention began amid mixed reactions. Delegates sought firmer White House guidance on the party platform and future nominating plans, with some urging unity for a third Roosevelt term while others called for clearer directives from leaders.
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City considers cost of paving Wiig Street segment
City Engineer N R Dickson prepared cost estimates for paving the south end of Wiig Street between Washington and Smith Streets. Councilman A O Sombues briefed the council that local property owners show interest in paving. An improvement plan aims to address rough, potholed conditions, with estimates to be circulated for owner input. Discussions include trial use of talc in chloride on Maple Avenue and nearby streets to test paving methods.
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Pennsylvania state ready for defense production growth
State College expert states Pennsylvania can boost defense output without major plant expansions. Dr. Wil Myers, assistant professor of mineral economics and technology, says capacity for fundamental materials exists and can be mobilized quickly to meet higher wartime demands.
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