Severe typhoon hits northern Luzon causing ships aground
August 16 Manila reports a severe typhoon sweeping northern Luzon severed communications and prompted warnings. Coast and Geodetic Survey ship Fathomer ran ashore near Luzon and another vessel listed as Tewated faced distress after the storm moved west-northwest toward the China Sea. Two ships called for help as authorities warned fishing craft and Cayagan valley flood victims of unsafe harbors amid expected damage.
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Leader Endorsements Spark Domestic Political Debate
In Cleveland, Father Coughlin's supporters back Leake and O'Bren as Hyde Park action reshapes the race after a federal study on flood prevention. In Washington, reserve requirements absorb a large bank credit fund as domestic policy shifts. In Madrid, the government socializes industries to curb resources draining to rebels. In Hendayo 1,200 Loyalists hold captives amid dynamite threats against a rebel cruiser. Louiseville reports 22 dead and 12 injured in a cross-border crash. Artist Dey Ribocowsky, 68, known for Old Iron Eldes, found dead in a Santa Monica hotel room likely of a heart attack.
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Union party backs candidates in Detroit endorsement
The National Union for Social Justice named Rev. Charles E. Coughlin its first president and endorsed William Lemke and Thomas C. O'Brien as union party presidential and vice presidential candidates. The Detroit endorsement occurred quietly by acclamation as Coughlin holds firm control and a new constitution and committees set party direction.
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William Lemke
North Dakota
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Great Plains Committee Plans Drought Tour Visit
Washington dispatch reports the Great Plains drought committee mapping long term relief. Seven more counties across Georgia, Kentucky, Nebraska, and Tennessee are added to drought territory, bringing the national total to fifty counties in twenty-two states. The group plans a 3,000 mile tour to inspect devastation in Texas, Oklahoma, Colorado, Kansas, Nebraska, Montana, Wyoming, and the Dakotas, with a report due to President Roosevelt and Agriculture Secretary Wallace in South Dakota later this month.
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America Wins Olympic Swimming Team Title
The United States claimed unofficial men's and women's team titles at the week-long Olympic swimming championships, buoyed by strong diving performances. Italy Germany Hungary and India earned golds in other events amid a close final tally as Japan added 34 points in the last three events but fell short of the U S lead.
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Germany
Hangary
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Los Angeles
United States
President Roosevelt tours flood zones on eastern trip
President Roosevelt ends his eastern tour with a survey of flood areas from Hyde Park to Pennsylvania coal fields. He meets crowds in Scranton and Wilkes Barre while viewing WPA projects and pledges federal cooperation in flood control. He remarks that the journey offered progress reports from officials before continuing home.
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Horror of Crash in Quebec Tells Freight Smash At Crossing
Louiseville Que Aug 15 IP A freight train crashed into a stalled vehicle at a crossing, killing or injuring many. The impact tore apart cars and left bodies and wreckage along the right of way. Seventeen men and boys died or were crushed, with dozens more hurt as flames and wreckage drew responders.
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Louiseville
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Veterans Pour Into Missoula For State Legion Meet
Missoula on August 15 hosts the 1936 Montana American Legion state convention and auxiliary gathering as a large crowd of veterans in bright shirts pour into the city. Registration desks handle steady lines through the day while crews adorn streets and shops. Officials expect the convention to be the largest ever held in Montana.
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Legion Membership Near Highest Point in History
Indianapolis Aug 18 The American Legion national membership reached an all time high with 681842 members reported by affiliated posts The previous peak was 991978 set in a prior year and the record enrollment was 1,053000 in 193d This item notes near record membership levels and historic comparison among Legion branches.
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Paris
Torrid Midwest Sees Heat Spike As Clouds Drift
The Associated Press notes a hot stretch across the Middle West with record or near record highs. Friday saw temperatures near all time highs in cities, while later clouds and scattered showers provided brief relief. Dew points exceeded 110 in parts of the Plains as Missouri and Illinois faced extreme heat with humidity and heat advisories.
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Eltr
Reds Win in Great Battle in Iran Crisis
Rebels retreat under loyalist artillery as Madrid faces protests over Portuguese incursions and battles to hold key towns in northern Iran. Casualties mount from Biscay to Cadiz amid Francoist offensives supported by Italy and Germany. Madrid claims control of Thora while Portugal contemplates new moves. An American and British observers report on the broader Spanish Civil War theater and rebel advances toward Iran.
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Badajoz
Townsend Faces Accusations Over Internal Disruption Efforts
Townsend alleges Farley and Clements are driving a hostile campaign against his pension group. Deposed witnesses describe pressure and financial strain, with references to investigations, resignations, and calls for broader audits. The dispute centers on leadership, funding, and alleged external interference.
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Farley
Clements
Holt Keynoter for N U W A de Holt Keynoter for N U W A
Fragmented OCR text mentions Holt as a keynote figure for a university event with references to speakers and attendees. Details are unclear due to garbled wording, but it hints at a political or academic gathering, a possibly ceremonial keynote, and mentions of participants and dates.
Jameson Elected State Bar Chief
Jameson is elected head of the state bar association amid ceremony details and leadership transitions. The article notes remarks by officials, mentions ongoing reforms, and outlines the new chief’s immediate priorities for the organization.
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Plane Crash Kills Two in Montana at Wheeler Field
Two men named Ambrose Ramsbacher and Mike Gunderman died when a plane owned and piloted by Ramsbacher crashed and burst into flames at Wheeler airport, 11 miles southeast of town. Witnesses described a vertical bank before the craft plunged to the center of the field. Bystanders and a local guard helped remove the bodies as a Department of Commerce inspector was summoned.
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Rescued in Spain Amid Hostage Crisis Report
British officials reported late tonight that an American and 87 Mexicans or Urial hostages were believed rescued in Huelva province southern Spain. One American, a Montana tie lever and San Antonio Texas consultant were linked to the mine incident. Information was unclear and government plans to deploy British forces to the area were discussed.
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San Anielin
Texas
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Erioan Reid
Planning board meeting postponed notice
A meeting of the planning boards has been postponed. The North Board has delayed its session due to unspecified reasons. No new date is announced.
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Abesieeda
Rain Maker Ad Promises Deluge For 100 Thalers
An advertisement in the Helle Pourehe Best claims a device can bring rain for a price and describes delivery methods and guarantees. The text warns readers to beware, noting potential risks and urging scrutiny before purchase.
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