Britain and Poland pledge military backing amid European crisis
British naval chief warns war steps amid Nazi economy strain as Poland seeks independence. London reports show Britain pledges armed support to Poland, with Admiral Stanhope promising fleet readiness while Downing Street clarifies statements.
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Zaandon
Old Age Checks Distributed By State Welfare Board
State welfare officials report rapid distribution of old age and dependent child assistance checks. Administrator M Brandford said April payrolls are being forwarded to the state department for processing, with most checks slated to be mailed by week’s end. In Wits County the administrator issued $6,003.60 in aged assistance and $1,241 for 106 needy dependent children.
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Uiril
Pullin
Welfare Department
M. Brandfard
State Department
Wits County
Lewin
Four fliers of navy die in air crash
A collision in flight of two harard planes during the launching of the aircraft carrier Wasp killed four navy airmen and injured others. Victims include Lt. Commander Waldo H. Brown of Milton and aviation cadet Edward Henk on of Newton, with others named as Walter Kirk Job Armero and more aboard the carrier. The tragedy occurred as the ship went through launching ceremonies.
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Apel
Dewih
Wasp
Mowest
Seipingert
Charlns Bilisnn
Navy
Liewtenant
Waldo H. Brown
Milton
Franres Gray
Detroit
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Etewarth Henkon
Newton
Aviation
Walter Kirk
Aviathon
Job Arniero
Revere
Hopkins to Iowa move sparks political speculation
The article reports Hopkins planning a move to Grinnell Iowa with a claimed goal of establishing a permanent home. Observers ask if residence change signals a bid for the 1940 presidency or Senate, while Hopkins and associates deny political motives and note his recovery from a health setback. The piece also mentions prior cabinet appointment and Roosevelt’s influence.
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Meyring
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Diane
Hopkine
Grinnall
Hopkine Wan
Young King of Iraq Killed in Auto Crash Sparks Riot
Baghdad reports the 27 year old King Ghazi died in a mobile accident prompting a mourning crowd before the Palace of Flowers. A three year old son is named king, the youngest monarch, as ministers name Emit Abdul Tiah provisional regent and the chamber to elect a five member regency.
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Council of Ministers
Faisal
Jie
Benny Fined Big Sum on U S Charge
New York August 4 With Romyenarad a famed comedian pleaded guilty to a federal charge of jewel embezzlement. He was fined 810000 with probation under a suspended sentence of one year. The case involved Albert N Claperny who allegedly imported two device studded pieces from France valued at about 2195 to be given to Benny’s wife Mary Livingstone. Judge Vincent Leibell imposed the sentence in a formal court appearance.
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Jack Benny Jewel Heist Trial Seeks Large Penalty
Comic Jack Benny faces a high penalty after his wife Mary Tollingstone allegedly smuggled about 2,000 in jewels. The items valued near 850,000 were seized with customs duty around 700, and Benny reportedly paid 10,000 in fines for the charges. Lawyers estimate substantial federal costs and travel expenses for court appearances.
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Jack Benny
Mary Tollingstone
Henny Twies
Kenny Wen
Fedteral Buusing
Kelly Wins in Chicago by 180000 in 4-4 City election
Chicago April 4 Edward J. Kelly mayor of Chicago defeated Dwight H. Green to win reelection. With 118 of 4648 precincts missing Green trailed by about 180000 votes. The Republican challenger campaigned on redeeming the city from machine rule and strict economy.
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Chicago
Edward J. Kelly
Dwight H. Green
Rane Kang
Grean
ESRI
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Capone
Melhorn Elected New Commander of Knights Templar Montana
Z P Melhorn was elected and installed as commander of Knights Templar in Montana for the coming year. Officers named include Halph N Budge general, Mile KF Dean marshal, Pred H Padbury guard, Gay Hichardeon treasurer, and A Nolin treasurer. Grand Commander Channel A Markoeux of Boraman announced a visit to Helena on May 3 marking only the second time Masonry officials have visited Montana.
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Gay Hichardeon
Ar Nolin
Hulter
A. A. Molitor
George W. Padbury
Sandardherrer
Charles Gruner
Wardog
Murray Stebbons
Russell FH. Stentenney
Wensnel
Frank Jones
Channel
MarKeouxin
Boraman
Mark Narrly
Grand Rapidy
Grand Mariner of
Sheeran
Grand Commandary
Helyny
Ihta
Montana
Election of Lebrun Said to Be Sure
Paris April 4 The strong hand of Premier Daladier tonight whipped Parliament into line and virtually assured the reelection of Albert Lebrun tomorrow as a show of national unity in the European crisis. Deputy Fernand Houissin, independent former president of the chamber and Lebrun supporter, announced withdrawal of Liscan, Vidnoy leaving Senator Justin Garart as the only other candidate. Polls in parliamentary tables indicated Lebrun as likely to win.
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Daladier
Albert Lebrun
Depwty Fernand Houiskon
Chamber of Deputies
Lebrunn
Mort Werigus Ra
Liscans
Vidnoy
Justin Garart
Copper Demand War Lifts Price Pressure Says Producers
War demand for copper is seen keeping metal prices high with producers noting strong order books. Quotations held near October highs as buyers and sellers discuss future supply. Market uncertainty remains due to wartime demand and global inquiries, especially from Germany and Poland. Continued weak trading volumes in some regions contrast with rising overseas inquiries and speculative activity.
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Langeneil
Coyper Bellera
Germany
Poland
Salt Lake Man Dies in Effort To Rescue Goat
Bryal Johnson, 38, died tackling an abandoned well to save a goat near Waowathi Utah. He fell about 400 feet, suffered broken legs and a fractured skull, and died despite friends and officials' attempts to aid him. An official request urged bravery recognition for Johnson.
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Bryal Johnson
Never
Atedua
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Waowathi
Cork Alten Humane
Aula
Johson
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Italy Moves to Guard Position in Mediterranean
Rome reports military and informal moves to safeguard Italy's interests in the Adriatic and Mediterranean amid tension with France, Britain, and Germany. Albania alliance talks, troop shifts to Bari and Brindisi, and reports of reinforcing Rhodes and the Dodecanese press Italy’s strategic posture against potential regional upheaval.
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President Roosevelts clash over defense bill rider
Warm Springs Ga april 4 President Roosevelt criticizes Congress for attaching a retirement rider to the defense bill. The measure authorizes 358.9 million for air power and canal defense and production. He urges study of the rider which could cost five to six million annually and extend civilian retirement benefits.
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Theo
Ling
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Douglas Confirmed as Supreme Court Justice by Senate Vote
Washington April 4 The nomination of William Douglas to be Supreme Court justice was confirmed by the Senate 82 to 4 after lengthy hearings. Douglas will succeed Oliver Wendell Holmes on the court. The vote followed an extensive debate led by Senator Mahoney and others, with several Republicans opposing confirmation.
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William ©. Douglas
Weyeur Oll
Oetures Commissot
Senate
Genate Neurden
Urittelaur
Douglan
Kountor Vroator
Benutar Maloney
u'Mahoney
Police Raids Target Nazis in Buenos Aires
Police raids across four sites in Buenos Aires seized a large quantity of documents. Authorities said the actions, tied to a wider inquiry following a newspaper report, target alleged German government ties and a disputed “no man’s land” in Patagonia.
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Monewacmd Ta~ Welt Hn
Penta
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Ralan
Rabln
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Anon
Argentina
Wadlow Faces Voting Hurdles in Alton Election
The world’s tallest man, standing 8 feet 11 inches, struggles to fit in a voting booth while casting his first ballot in Alton’s city election. He bends, twists, and finally marks the ballot as observers note the awkward scene and public interest.
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Atton
Rotery Wadlow
Hiraels
Alton'a
Alsotias
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Tle
Shoslers
Airport improvement discussed at Helena meeting
Helena officials and aviation authorities met to plan airport upgrades to handle new Douglas SKuglas ships likely within two months. A proposed 1,066 foot east west Instrument strip was discussed along with cost estimates and earthwork, city engineer Banrewe to prepare figures.
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Airport Commission
Conncil
J. C. Christimn
A. Pai Kerr
Dvt Aeronautics Authority
A. Moling
Norths
Went Airlines
Charien N. James
D. C. Lamport
H.W. Anderson
Jack Taytin
T R. B. Morrison
Oscar Baaraou
A. W. Stephens
Wraters Air Express
Paul Morrin
Portland
Civil Aeronautics Ahority
Rufus Spaulding
Weeters Air Express
A. D. Nismeyer
Bureau of Air Commerce
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