Congress to Convene Sept 21 Amid embargo clash
President Roosevelt called a special session for September 21 to push his plan to abolish the arms embargo and shipments to Europe’s belligerents. Leaders from both parties were summoned to the White House for a bipartisan conference on September 20 as battles over policy intensify. Some lawmakers indicate votes may hinge on proposed sale exemptions and a broader unity effort.
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Roosevelt
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Diet Exenti
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van Nuva Ope
Farley Endorses President's Plea For United Front
Janet A. Farley, Democratic National Chairman, endorses President Rognevelt's plea for a united front against political partisanship amid a national emergency. Farley, after a brief discussion, stated people are not interested in politics now and praised the president's judgment in cancelling a planned wreck before the Democratic women on the Fifth.
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Janet A. Farley
Democratic Nation
Rognevelt
Thadas
Stewart S Condition Unchanged After Major Operation
The condition of Ban V. Stewart, a former Montana governor, was reported unchanged at St. Peter's hospital after a major operation for an alimentary issue. Stewart was first struck during a visit to California and later returned to Elena before the Persian Roplonther 8.
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Alaty Surome Court
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St. Peter's Hospital
Stewart
California
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Elon
Duellns
Little Caterpillar Sends Town Scurrying to Cover
Fragmented text describes a small creature causing townwide alarm and a hurried response. Mentions dates, locations, and disjointed actions, but details are unclear.
Poland’s retreat continues after shattered German advance
Dispatches from Lwow report Poland’s battered army resuming a eastward retreat after German forces reach multiple points along the San and Vistula rivers. Early reports indicate Nazi advances near Wynekow Deblin Krasnik and towns south of Warsaw as the front line shifts toward the Romani frontier.
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Viatula
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Morthant
Warsaw
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Deblin
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Tnaw
Darostas
Pyiemyel
Ranulua
Mrisalan
Lama
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Mack
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Toaina
State crops to yield above average with ample feed assured
A market and agriculture report notes Montana Wheat and corn crops show above average prospects, boosting feed supplies. Despite some volatility, overall output strengthens, with substantial harvests anticipated and potential for internal use and reserves. Continued on Page 2.
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Marketing Service
Florida Matron Heads National Catholic Women
The National Council of Catholic Women elected officers at its convention session. Mrs Mecdham of Baines was chosen president for 1940. Miss M Paulina Casey Scranton and Miss Thomas Glasgow retained roles as first and second vice presidents. Dr Anne McCaughey of Santa Barbara was named third vice president.
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M. Paulina Casey
Scranton
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Thomas
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Lasgow
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Science can curb war urges through technology advances
Educator Pr Karls T Complan, head of the Musa chuactts Technological Institute, told the American Chemical Society science could end war by supplying laborat ory crafted goods that meet nations needs. He cited synthetic petroleum rubber and coal as examples and urged focus on science engineering to reduce desire for militarism while warning human greed may still threaten peace.
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Ameren
Charles Goodyear
15 Year Mineral Lease Granted In This County
The state land board approved multiple leases in Mix Narnia and Tagle counties. Yonge and G Kottke will pay five percent royalty on minerals. a four cent per acre annual fee applies. Fulton and Multon secure oil and gas leases with 0.62 percent royalties. Pursey and Cromm receive coal mining rights on Chateau Sand. a 0.13 dollar per ton fee and minimum annual royalty of 60 dollars. Rights of way for irrigation and rural electric lines also granted.
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Land Board
Tagle County
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Shelby
Multon
Minte
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Germany issues contraband law amid blockade clash
Berlin Sept 13 Germany published a contraband law described as a defense against the English blockade. A decree altered prison rules while German officials warned neutral nations they may be cut off from vital trade if they refuse to renounce trade with Britain. The proclamation stressed no choice but to follow Germany’s dictates as war pressure mounts.
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Diem. Ais Deutechland Information Service
Ifice
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England
Anenoed
Akamss
Germany
Middlewest Sizzles as Heat Wave Breaks Records
A sprawling heat wave grips the Middle West with record mercury readings. Reported highs around the region push thermometers higher as residents seek shade and relief. Forecasters warn the stretch may ease with a cold front later in the week while authorities urge hydration and care for vulnerable groups.
Missoulian Editor Change Reported in 1905 Memoir
Announcement from Missoula notes Pench T Ferguson named editor of the Missoulian Sentinel. Wermu formerly on the Missoulian-Bethinel editorial staff since 1905.
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T. Ferguson
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Ataft
Squalus Rescued Resting in Navy Yard Dock After Salvage
The Squalus was raised from 40 fathoms off the Penobscot river area and moved to a navy yard dock. Salvage crews completed temporary repairs and evacuated the crew before tethering the submarine in place amid a large crowd. Naval personnel and bystanders watched the process as the vessel rested in the yard with its conning tower exposed and rust fading.
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Wahan
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Wan- Hawk
Must Have Been Most Comforting To Deputy Mull
Deputy Grover Mull felt relief during a storm when he cruised in his aunt’s car and rang the central broadcasting station. The operator assured him not to worry as the weather and electrical disturbance would be resolved, offering reassurance amid the disruption.
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Oakland
Grover Mull
Central Broadcasting Atatton
Enim Salen
German Army Reports Warsaw Encircled by Fast Drive
Berlin reports say Warsaw is completely encircled as German forces close in from north and south. Modlin fortress near the Vistula river is said to be surrounded, with several Polish defenses collapsed and large numbers of prisoners taken. German commands cite striking the Sindice line and advancing toward Warsaw from multiple axes.
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New Treatment For Cancer At Major Meeting
Reported at the international cancer congress, a new treatment derived from an extract of plant and healthful youth regimens was discussed by Dr. Davidson of Winnipog, Canada. The article notes a veteran general practitioner named Klocky, age around sixty, who has worked nights in his basement clinic on cancer care. The piece hints at a possible shift toward prevention and compares cancer to a disease like diabetes, with continuation promised on another page.
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Polish Officials Cross Border Into Romania Reported
Eleven Polish officials led by Eugene Keiatkowski vice premier and Hanes Miniaier crossed the southern Polish border into Romania at night, according to Budapest dispatches. One member was identified near the Bank of Poland in the Polish territory.
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Daladier reforms war cabinet as troops arrive in France
Ten British troop ships escorted by destroyers pass Gibraltar en route to France. Two ships arrive at Gibraltar unloading soldiers and war supplies. Paris reports hundreds of thousands of British troops have landed in France unhampered by submarines or attacks as Daladier reshapes his cabinet for war.
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Windsor 15 to Serve Britain as Soldier in the Army
The Duke of Windsor indicated tonight that he would aid the county and a selilyey now ty lama of war. It was generally understood the Went A commission in the army. Speculation said we probably would return to the old World War regiment the grenadier guards.
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German Bombing Report From Open Village Alleged
Ambassador Anthony J. Drexel Jr. reported from Poll that German plants bombed a defenseless open village where the Polish foreign office and the American embassy are located. The State Department released the report along with a prior embassy view noting German forces are seizing every opportunity without regard to civilian danger.
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Britain May Pause Effort If Germany Backs Down
London reports the British government believes Germany may try to establish submarine and air bases in South and Central America. It says bombing in Germany hinges on whether German high command carries out threats to bomb unfortified Polish cities. A foreign ministry communique says envoys were instructed to urge governments to prevent breaches of neutrality.
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Germany
Central America
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South Americas
England
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Etyiiians
Ble
Ibres
Polis
French Forces Closing On Forts At Saarbrucken
French units reported closing on Maginot era fortifications near Saarbrucken as the war widens. Troop movements included activity in the Saar mining basin and along the Rhine frontier with renewed efforts to breach German line defenses.
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Switzerland
Senator Schwartz Favors Embargo Repeal and Price Controls
Casper Wyoming September 13 Senator Matty H Bedwarte of Wyoming says he supports Roosevelt's cash and carry plan and wants repeal of embargo provisions. He backs price controls to curb profit taking and will travel to Washington for the special session opening September 24.
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Wyo
Matty H. Bedwarte
Roogevelt
Schwartz
Washington
Congress
Prices Move Erratically In Most Security Markets
New York prices moved erratically as profits taken by speculators altered holdings. War boom stocks declined 1 to 4 dollars, with the average of representative issues down about 40 cents. Grains rose as wartime conditions boosted the market, while bonds faced cautious demand from institutions amid a volatile week.
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