British cabinet pledges to uphold treaties in war crisis
Ramsay MacDonald described a four and a half hour Downing Street conference as Britain pledges to fulfill obligations under treaties and the covenant if war breaks out and to keep the United States informed on peace efforts. Sir O Hoare stated that Britain intends to uphold its obligations with other nations. The scene occurred as authorities discussed responses amid a 91 degree day.
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House of Commons
British Government Will Tnue To Keep the United Tes
Ray Atherton
United Res
Ramsay MacDoneld
Downing Street
Malcolm
Britain May Sanction Italy Over Ethiopian Crisis
The British cabinet discussed enforcing League of Nations sanctions on Italy as Mussolini pursues broader aims beyond Ethiopia. With the US neutrality and France urging caution, ministers weighed Britain and the empire taking independent action if other members balk. Laval fears the League’s wreck and Italy’s resolve grow.
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Council of the
League of Nations
Britain
Laval
Paris
Pierre Laval
France
Italy
Emperor Haile Selassie Prays for Peace in Ethiopia
The Associated Press reports Emperor Haile Selassie in Addis Ababa prayed to hold back his army while peaceful efforts exhaust themselves. He expressed faith in England and the League of Nations to resolve the crisis and warned that war would threaten Ethiopia unless Italy’s advances are halted. He vowed Ethiopia would defend its kingdom if attacked.
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Associated Press
Addis Ababa
Haile Selassie
Imperial Palace
Ethiopia
King of Kings
England
League of Nations
Italy
Adua
Vigilantes Round Up Alleged Communists in Sonoma County
About 50 masked vigilantes abducted and forced acts on four men cited as communists in downtown Sonoma County. The captives Green Ed Wolf George Ford and C Meyer were coerced to leave by 3 pm after mock trials. Police and officials declined comment as residents reported cars and jeering amid the action.
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Nitsburg House
Santa Rosa
District Attorney's Office
Green
Ed Wolf
George Ford
C. Meyer
Nitzburg
Sonora County
Private Service Held for Rogers
A private service for the comedian Rogers was held with a Governor Merriam declaration for a minute of silence at 2 PM statewide. Claremore Oklahoma memorials were planned with Argus J. Hamilton delivering a eulogy in Chelsea. Major theaters and carillons nationwide prepared two minute dedications during services and silent tributes in several cities.
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California
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Claremore
Okla
Rogers
Chelsea
Argus J. Hamilton
Motion Picture Producers and Distributors of America
Variety Club
Minneapolis
St. Paul
Des Moines
Ames
Iowa
Iowa State
Forest Lawn Memorial Park
Glendale
Wee Kirk + Heather
Park
Hollywood Bowl
Lawrence Tibbett
John Mansfield
Conrad Nakel
Rupert Hughes
Raskob backs surpluses cut in postwar economy
The article reports John J. Raskob arguing for reduced surpluses to boost employment, dismissing a capital strike notion. He says profits would be eroded by high taxes, leaving little incentive to invest. a broader political scene in Italy shows antiwar demonstrations and bread protests with clergy and unions, calm in the crowd.
Housing Shortage Reflected in Soon-Sale Market
Local real estate board reports a severe housing shortage with dwindling rentals. Noted by a prominent real estate man, the shortage is more acute now than in recent months and raises concern among operators as sales activity is expected to rise.
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High Point Tas
ILLS OF INDUSTRY NOT ENCOMPASSED BY INVESTIGATION
North Carolina Governor Ehringhaus, in an interview at the Massachusetts capitol, says southern wage advantages are offset by freight differentials. He complains about federal aid, seeking larger allotments as he travels Canada and Maine and meets Governor Curley.
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Ehringhaus
South
North
North Carolina
Massachusetts
Canada
Maine
James M. Curley
1000 Miles Of Power Lines To Be Constructed
Raleigh report says early construction of 1000 miles of rural power lines in North Carolina is planned. Dudley Bagley, head of the state rural electrification authority, said after talks with Duke Power, CP&L, VEPCO, Naftahala Power and Light, and Durham Public Service that feasible lines may be taken over by these firms. A session with municipal utilities is set for next week.
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Madrid
Portela
Mediterranean
Raleigh
North Carolina
Dudley Bagley
State Rural Electrification Authority
Bagley
Duke
Carolina Power and Light
Virginia Electric and Power
Naftahala Power and Light
Durham Public Service
Real Estate Market Signals Shrinking Housing Supply
Recent weeks show a citywide housing shortage. Real estate operators report few desirable rental homes, rising rents, and increased interest in home sales. Major firms plan higher property rents while new home construction continues across several city districts.
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