Publicity policy for draft process outlined in Washington
Selective service officials announce a "fishbowl" publicity plan to inform every draft age man, his family and friends at each step. Roosevelt fixes October 18 as draft registration date and a national organization will oversee conscription rules, with local, state, and federal processes opened to full public scrutiny.
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Wisconsin primary shows New Deal opponents leading in governor and senator races
In Wisconsin the anti New Deal faction leads in the Democratic gubernatorial and Senate contests as results from about one sixth of the state’s 3,034 precincts trickle in. William Callahan and Francis Ovain head the governor battle while James Finnegan leads for senator amid Roosevelt opposition.
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William
Callahan Wan
President approves loans for ore development
President Roosevelt approved legislation authorizing new individual loans up to 20000 by the RFC for development of deposits of strategic and critical minerals. Congressional supporters said the measure would allow RFC to lend as much as 20000 more to corporations and individuals who already obtained funds for gold silver tin and other mineral properties. An aggregate limit of 10000000 was set.
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Berlin Airports Damaged by German Bombs
Berlin reports seven of ten remaining usable London airports damaged in the last 24 hours by German bombs. Landing fields may be out of service for game time. Reports describe growing confusion under day and night bombardment as Germany watches for signs of England’s resolve to continue the war with Churchill.
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Willkie Blasts New Deal Spending at Albuquerque Rally
In Albuquerque a crowd of about 21,000 heard Wendell Willkie denounce the New Deal as the greatest orgy of spending in history. He compared it to medieval rulers and warned that reelecting the administration would bring four more years of low morale and higher taxes on ordinary citizens.
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President Roosevelt attends Bankhead funeral in Alabama
President Roosevelt joined thousands in paying final tribute to House Speaker Wilbur Bankhead in Teaper Alabama. The service at the First Methodist church drew six cabinet members and nearly 100 members of Congress, plus family and local friends, as Bankhead who died of a ruptured abdominal artery was laid to rest. Roosevelt left by special train after the services, with Bankhead’s widow and relatives in attendance.
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John H. Bankhead
United States
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Asia
T. T. McDonald
Mr. Roosevelt
Washington
Benatoy Bankhead
Coronel Henry M. Bankhead
Willishi B. Bankhead
House
Suprama
Egyptian Campaign Under Severe Desert Conditions
The report describes the Egyptian campaign fought in extreme heat with temperatures near 120 degrees by day. It notes the water scarcity for 19,000 troops needing 70,000 gallons weekly and cites Italian forces having larger numbers, with supplies drawn from Italy. London reports a German plant bombardment over the London area Wednesday.
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Anna Dunn
Italian and British clash near Sidi Barani coast
Italian motorized troops pushed beyond Bidi Bare and reached a roadhead 60 miles inside Egypt as British forces retreated with heavy casualties. No major battle occurred yet and main British forces had not joined the clash. Marshal Graziani’s tanks moved with a strong rearguard into Sidi Barani, which they occupied that night, as the coast area remained contested.
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France Rejects Demand of Siam
The Petain government in Vichy France rejects a Thai demand for territorial concessions. The Thai government had pressed for changes affecting Indo-China, but Paris refused to yield to the territorial claim.
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City Guard Urges Adequate Mess Fund for Training
Helena reports that the regimental headquarters company plans training at Camp Murray. A free dance at the Elite Center, sponsored by local clubs and the chamber of commerce, aims to raise funds for the men’s mess fund. By yesterday afternoon $60 was pledged, with more expected today. A street parade is planned on departure day with details to be announced.
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Churchill warns of possible German invasion during September raids
London reports Prime Minister Churchill urged constant vigilance as German bombardment in early September claimed about 10 000 dead or wounded in 15 days. He said Britain’s defenses strengthen by land sea and air while asserting invasion remains a real threat from Hitler’s military actions around London. Casualties for Allied forces were minimal in central areas, with about 260 killed or wounded overall in September.
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Von Ribbentrop heads to Rome for visit
Berlin reports foreign minister Joachim von Ribentrop departed Berlin for Rome early morning amid speculation the trip is tied to high level talks. Insiders note possible discussions involving Hitler, von Ribbentrop, Spanish official Ramon Bettano Suner, and Africa minister Gen. Attia Toruzzi.
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London Bombers Rain Nine Hour Raid With Gale
German bombers staged the longest London air raid of the war, nine hours and 64 minutes, as RAF fighters and anti aircraft defenses battled 100 mile per hour winds. The attack, ongoing from 8 06 p m Tuesday to 6 a m today, damaged central districts, shot down at least 13 enemy planes, and caused fires and debris as London endured heavy bombardment through dawn.
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Quick Action on Debt Bill Urged by War Department
Washington reports the War Department urged Congress to act swiftly on debt relief legislation for citizen workers in financial distress. Major Edwin Barker told the House Military Committee that quick action on a general revision of soldiers and sailors relief would improve pay and living conditions, noting draft and guard members already gain protections against eviction and repossession under existing laws.
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Congress
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Alate
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Crisis Over Indo-China Faces Explosive Showdown
Indo-Chinese crisis nears a clash as Japan presses demands for troop movements toward China. Japanese officials-Isak Nishihara and Admiral De Cour-talks to resolve the standstill, with Tokyo ready to back diplomatic talks or forceful action at Halpong and three ports while Paris weighs ultimatums amid deteriorating ties.
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Tokyo
Vichy Govaroment
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Philippe Feteln
Long-Range Airport Program Starts With 50 Million Plan
Washington announces a long range airport program as Assistant Secretary Hinckley details a Roosevelt request for a 50 million dollar appropriation to reconstruct and improve airports. The plan aims to create about 4 000 airfields nationwide to meet tomorrow's needs.
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Bop
Robert If. Hinckley
Roosevelt
Tomoccow
Democrats Seek Northerner for Leader in House
Washington Sept 7 Two Democratic members urged that the House Democratic leader be a northerner to succeed Sam Rayburn of Texas who was elected speaker year. Adolph J Sabath of Chicago declared that the north or west was entitled to the leadership. Rayburn, a Texan, had led the preponderantly southern Democrats. Rep Martin J Kennedy of New York proposed that the Democratic delegations from New York, Pennsylvania and others unite behind one of their own. Failure to recognize northern and eastern states might affect the Democrats elections.
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Texas
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Thigata
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Inspec
Ala
Martin J. Kennedy
New York
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Removal of Tax Exemption for U S Bonds Opposed
Washington Bapt. 17 Senator Austin R Burke D Nob.) led opposition as the Senate debated ending all tax exemptions for government securities. A minority report from the Senate committee argued the rider would tax income from state and local bonds, forcing states and municipalities to pay higher interest. Brown, Byrd, Miller, Townsend supported studying the issue urged by President Roosevelt.
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