Japan accused of closing open door to foreign goods
Washington reports growing alarm in official circles as Japan’s victories in China raise concern that tariff preferences or other concessions may already be granted to Japanese imports in north China. Secretary of State seeks official confirmation amid hints of a broader accord with Nippon. Continued details expected on page three.
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United States
American-Run Ship Seizure Sparks Diplomatic Protest
Shanghai dispatches reported tension after American owned vessel seized by Japan yesterday. U S officials disputed Japanese claims that a flag was not thrown overboard, noting the flag was in fact discarded into the Whangpoo river. A Chinese crew member allegedly handed a flag to a Chinese worker. Tokyo embassy spokesman denied the flag overboard claim, saying the Chinese crew hauled down the flag of the seized ship and it remains under Japanese navy custody. United States Consul General Clarence F Gauss filed a protest.
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Munch
United States
Clarence F. Gauss
Brit and French Entente Aims at World Peace
London reports a strengthened Briton French entente after two days of talks. The joint declaration calls for cooperation with all countries to pursue peaceful negotiations and an eventual general settlement of world problems. Germany’s colonial demands need more study. The plan includes protecting rights in the Far East and non intervention in Spain. Continued in Paris.
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Man Killed By Car As He Steps From Bus Near Missoula
Walter Davin of Oh. was killed instantly when struck by a car ten miles west of Missoula while alighting from a bus. The driver, George F. Vincent, en route from Walines, Idaho, to Rutie, said he did not see Davin until feet away and could not avoid the collision despite braking.
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Rutie
Bunte
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Thorton calls a pivotal US UK trade treaty a hopeful path
Dorothy Thompson argues a US Britain trade agreement could revive global markets and deter economic nationalism. She credits Secretary Mull and notes the treaty’s potential to strengthen democratic governments, while acknowledging tariff lobbies and entangling alliances fears. It would boost international trade and stability, reflecting decades of reformist policy.
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United States
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Thoae
Hitler
Sin
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Reclamation Repayment Commission to Visit Montana Cities
The Reclamation Repayment Commission plans a Montana tour to discuss project repayment issues with water users. Led by Charley A. Bars, the panel will meet in Billings, Sidney, Snowden, and Glendive, with stops in Cheyenne and Helena as it travels westward.
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Deneer
Projet
Utilities Peace Pact May See Some Big Concessions
Washington officials report major concessions in the New Death power policy and related compromise proposals advanced in a White House conference led by President Roosevelt. Willkie proposed a two point formu la including removal of writen g assets from value that fed the Federal Trade Commission and endorsement of prudent investment valuation by the Federal Power Commission.
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Wendel Vs. Wittkie
Commmonwealth and
Southern Corp
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Forday
Willkie
Williny
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Aomminaton
Trident Investment
Federal Power Com
Roosevelt Message on Highway Fund Allotments Found
The text of President Roosevelt's message to Congress on highway fund allotments will be printed on page 2 of this issue of The Chicago Independent. The notice urges swift action and outlines proposed funding measures for road construction and maintenance nationwide.
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Roosevelt
Railroads claim credit restoration could unlock billions
Washington Nov 30 UP A railroad executive told the Interstate Commerce Commission that the industry could release 900 million dollars a year in plant and equipment construction if credit were restored. He said roads would continue spending for years, totaling millions, with earnings first reaching a level to cover interest and dividends. The Association of American Railroads reported operating income well below last year, while five members posted gains over the same period.
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Washington
Interstate Commerce Commission
Previnus Wilexsen
Oklahoma A. M. Steer Wins Grand Champion at Exposition
Oklahoma A. M. college Shorthorn Ashbourne Oranges captures top honor at the International Hyvegtoete Exposition. Royal ribbon confirms Mot grand champion steer status. Parade lead and upcoming sale tie to the slaughterhouse route, amid prior year intervention.
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Walter Pj Ev
Chicago
Oklahoma A. & M. College
Ashbourne
G. Pago
Aherfeon-Angua
Charlua
Gary and Hill Draw Stock Show Honors
The Anostock industry will pay tribute tomorrow to pioneer allroad men for their role in developing frontier agriculture. Pictures of Gary Gray, retired president of the Union Pacific mulrond, and James J. T., the late "Brainlie Builder," will be hung in the Saddle and Sirloin club, ex elualyn club of ivesteel men.
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Gary Gray
Union Paciftc Mulrond
James J. T
Brainlie Buiidar
United States
Exelualyn Club
Murray urges immediate resumption of Works Progress Program
Washington D C Nov 30 Senator Murray D Mont urged an immediate resumption of the Works Progress Program focusing on water conservation and flood control to offset rising unemployment. He criticized current progress and called for renewed cooperation and funding to revive the program at public works sites.
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Murray
Courad
Fundy
Ita Dinpower
Labor peace conference outlines five issues for AFL and CIO
Washington notes the labor peace talks between the AFL and CIO list five core issues, including industry ownership, agency independence, and executive power. George M. Harrison and other leaders call for a tentative accord with safeguards, while leaders plan further committee work and possible joint sessions. The conference adjourns to reconvene Thursday as key figures prepare to pursue legislative paths.
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William Green
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George M. Harrison
Trailway Clerks Union
AF. of L
Philip Murray
United Mine Waorkern
Chat Green
Lewis
President Roosevelt road funds policy draws sharp Senate criticism
Congressmen fault Roosevelt plan delaying business and forcing a road building push. Senators Taft and Ashurst, along with Representative Cartwright, challenge advance obligations and budget impact while supporting housing act revisions and a potential construction boom. Lawmakers debate two year road programs and federal spending limits ahead of a special session.
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Housa Ronda Committee
Taxation Blamed For Recession Says Smith In New York
Former Governor Alfred J. Smith declares the capital flow into industry virtually stopped due to taxation. He pins the downturn on tax policy and warns the public about the broader impact on industry amid stock market echoes. Louis J. Pink chairs a committee on security valuations, ruling the market fall does not justify reviving the old practice of using average values for insurance company statements.
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Alfred J. Smith
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Hat HOU Advocates Plan Fight in Congress
South Washington November 80 A bloc of northern congressmen vows to block a cotton control bill unless southerners back wage hour legislation. Southern critics warn the federal agency to set minimum wage and maximum hour standards could hurt Southern industry. Members from agricultural regions push a petition to allow a vote on the labor bill by mid December, needing 24 more signatures of the 218.
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IOC Skeady
Norton
Bate
Rayburn
Texas
Girl of 12 slain by irate old man in Virginia
Newport Nowa Virginia November 30 a 12 year old girl was shot and a second girl wounded while returning home from school. Police arrest Michael Ritter 77 after he complained children chalked marks on his property. Ritter charged with felonious shooting and murder and held. Beemeadt Gift to Leave Sun Stoken died from two gunshot wounds to the jaw. Her companion Mary Ellen Coleman was hospitalized in unknown condition, struck in the back but not believed to be in danger.
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Newport News
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Edward G. Butcher
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Reona
Beemeadt
Sun Stoken
Mary Ellen Coleman
Nowans Detained for Killing Prospector in Flagstaff
Flagstaff Ariz Nov 30 Sheriff Arthur Vanderler said the body of a prospector apparently killed a week ago by Indians has tentatively been identified as D E Pugh. The name was found on a sleeping bag near the body. Previously the only clue had been a package of matches bearing an Ely address. Four Indian suspects were under arrest.
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Ariz
Arthur Vanderler
D. E. Pugh
Ely
President and Party Pay Visit to Dry Tortugas Island
President Roosevelt and party visited Dry Tortugas near Key West aboard the U S ship while at temporary White House headquarters. The trip followed a tooth extraction and saw inspections of Fort Jefferson and surrounding historic sites as the president teased the insect infection tale and observed improvements.
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America
Flirt Alcatraz
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