Cabinet in Japan quits portfolios amid political upheaval
Tokyo Aug 28 Premier Baron Hiranuma tendered the resignation of his entire cabinet after a shift in foreign policy toward isolation following Soviet protests over the pact with Germany. Nobuyuki Abe, former acting war minister, was to form a new cabinet as the government reorganizes. About 1,000 troops, led by 24 officers, supported a failed coup that shook Tokyo, with several officials killed and government buildings briefly seized.
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Hitler Declines Direct Talks With Poland France Warns of War
Paris reports Adolf Hitler refused direct negotiations with Poland over the crisis. Daladier, urged by ambassador Coulondra, conveyed Germany’s stand to the French premier. The note notes that Germany cannot tolerate the current Polish actions and fears bloodshed from measures to resolve the situation.
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British Stand By Poles Open To Fuller Negotiations
Aug 28 Meath column reports Britain remains prepared to support Poland and hints Britain could open a path to possible negotiations over the Polish dispute. A British note to Germany and the cabinet’s response were expected to be published, signaling resolve to defend Poland if necessary and control of British merchant shipping. Paragraph notes ongoing parliamentary efforts and a possible continuation on page 2.
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Two Planes Down but Nobody Hurt in Yardley Valley Incident
Two aircraft were forced down nine miles apart in the Jefferson valley near Whitehall due to heavy winds and adverse weather. Pilot Joao Schoer and Kenny Arinan of Spokane, Wash., reported uninjured and planes not seriously damaged. They were en route from Trenton, New Jersey to Spokane.
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Veterans of Foreign Wars Open 40th National Convention
In Boston on August 27 the 40th VFW national convention opened with a world peace plea. Ohio’s Key J. Deemer, national chaplain, led a memorial service honoring fallen soldiers and sailors amid looming European conflict.
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Decline on U S Loans for Buying Farms Good Sign
Washington reports a Farm Credit Administration review shows a drop in new farm purchases financed by federal loans in early 1939. The FCAs data indicate 18 percent fewer purchases and 10 percent less total funds used versus 1935. Down payments of 25% required. banks can fund half value, land banks add a further 25%. Over four years 71,000 farm purchases were financed by the FC A under the 1926 act, with 69% previously acquired through foreclosures.
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Neutrality Act Enforcement Discussed by Roosevelt
Washington reports outline how the neutrality statute may be enforced if a European war begins. President Roosevelt may declare a state of war or rely on executive discretion, with new legislation possible and existing orders to be issued if a major conflict arises. Formal declarations are expected only after action, as officials debate steps to preserve neutrality and leverage wartime economic policy.
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Young Demos to Have Important Meeting Tonight
Helena Young Democrats president Bahk announced a special meeting at the Macer hotel at 7 40 tonight to name delegates for the state convention to be held in Rea Lodge September 11 4. The club will also set policy on the renrens then for he urges every member to attend. A second purpose is to discuss plans for the local club attendances at an appreciation dinner honoring Sen Wheeler at the Placer Tuesday.
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Rough Seas Prevent Lifting of Squalus
Rough sea conditions stalled rescue attempts for the submarine Squalus off Portsmouth New Hampshire. The U S Navy sought to complete the third lift as weather allowed after two earlier hoists, with divers recovering bodies from beneath the ocean floor and the vessel resting in about 240 feet of water since May 1939.
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General Survey of Crisis Abroad Mobilization Near War Scale
Fragmented report describes European tensions with France and Poland, German mobilization and diplomatic exchanges. It notes talks with the American ambassador, potential peacetime anxieties, and looming military actions amid a broader international crisis.
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Windsor Would Return Home If War Broke Out
Sources close to the Duke of Whadnur said tonight that in a wartime crisis he would return to England, taking the duct tape with him. The former king was reported to be already slated for an important wartime role.
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French fishermen halted by German warships
Roulegne France August 28 A French fishing fleet returning to port was stopped by German warships. The vessels were searched and allowed to proceed after the check.
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Butte Mass Urges World Peace With Multifaith Attendance
Thousands from diverse religious groups gathered at Callie church in Butte on August 27 for a service promoting world peace. Spearhead Joseph M. Giore of Helena and speakers including Bishop A L Musneh of Fargo urged unity, warning dictators inflame conflict and calling for cooperative efforts beyond politics.
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Social Security claims to be received on October 1
Washington reports the Social Security Administration will start accepting claims October 1 from the 12 000 eligible individuals comprising workers wives widows dependent children and dependent parents of insured workers. About 30 000 to 35 000 claims are expected in the first month with monthly increases as more become eligible. The program plans to expand staff to 400 offices with 200 traveling representatives to handle the workload.
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European Crisis 15 Tells Brief in Fragmented Report
A scrambled OCR summary mentions European tensions, Mussolini and Washington politics, and calls for neutrality. It references Russia, Germany, and potential military actions while noting nonpermanent overseas staffing in Canada and a pledge to seek safer world peace.
Cost of Government in Nation Estimated
Treasury study released today estimates that the federal state and local government cost per person in the United States averages 134.60 dollars for the year ending 1938. The memo, published in the treasury statistical bulletin, shows federal government 164.8 dollars per person, state government 29.71 dollars, and total government 117.00 dollars.
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Five Die in Washington Crash Near Bridge Site
Five people were killed and one seriously injured in a car crash west of Herr, Washington. Victims were Dean Nye, 36. Kin ite, Belly, 1h. Albert Unger. John Tavrans, 2h. and Jane Poland, 2. The dead resided at Carroll hash and were about 40 minutes from Indiana.
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Polish Corridor And Danzig Are Still Demanded
Berlin reports Adolf Hitler published a seven page letter to Premier Edouard Daladier demanding that Danzig and the Polish corridor return to Germany. The note signals an uncompromising stance yet hints negotiations for peace may continue if the French press statements are corrected.
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Mussolini crisis talks seek to avert war
An Italian report notes Mussolini pursued Lentive efforts to avert a major conflict. Authors indicate no outcome from dialogues with foreign ministers and leaders, while rumors of possible direct intervention surfaced but no concrete details emerged. Continued on page 2.
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Butte Boy Dies After Automobile Accident
Butte August 31. Francie Allott McDougall 18, freshman at the Montana School of Aviation, died from a skull fracture from an automobile accident Saturday near the country club at Assond a. McDougall’s companions Kevin Cadigan driver and Cyrilla Calpin, both of Butte, suffered slight injuries. He was the son of Mr. and Mrs Allan H. McDougall of Butte.
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Jinx Plane Sees Fatal Crash At Cleveland Air Meet
An orange red monoplane crashed after taking off from Cleveland Hopkins during an aviation carnival. Pilot Pelhe Bunn, 28, of Leavenworth Kansas, died. rescue crews cut through wreckage to retrieve the body. The craft, once owned by Joe Jawebeen, had been flown by Bunn and partner William Tholen.
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