Regner Named Wisconsin Legion Commander at Ashland Convention
At the Wisconsin American Legion state convention in Ashland Henry Regner of West Bend was elected department commander for the upcoming year succeeding Lawrence J. Smith of Racine. Regner, 40, previously served as department vice commander and is a longtime veteran with a background in insurance. The convention also backed welfare measures for veterans, sought higher per diem at Wisconsin General Hospital, and preferred federalizing Mendota hospital. Parade honors included Rhinelander drum and bugle corps and other posts with several drill and drum competitions noted.
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Ashland
Wis
American Legion
Henry Regner
West Bend
Regner
Lawrence J Smith
Racine
Great Sehes
Veterans and
Mid Welfare
Department Welfare Board
Wiscopem
Vet Clams
Wisconsin General Hospital
Mendota Hospital
Legion Drum and Bugle Corp
Rhinelander
Wsconsin Rapids
Mmilsausee
Fond du Lac
Wiliam Muller
Milwaukete
Vantel Mulwaukee
Gilbertson
Sons of American Legion
Tronwood
Mitch Bessemer
Duluth
Wien
Legion
Dynamite Tragedy Claims Dodge In Georgian Bay Camp Blast
Daniel G Dodge 21 dies in explosion while testing dynamite at a camp 20 miles west of Little Current Ontario. His 19 year old bride injured, two others hurt as blast tears through camp debris shatters windows. Surgeries underway at Mindemoya Red Cross hospital as authorities recall fuse misfire and second blast.
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Toda
Daniel G Dodge
Georgian Bay
Hopstel
Als Dodge
North Woods
Mindemova Red Cross Hospital
Maritouan Island
Workwen
Etta Genvin
Dodge
Kaga- Wong
Gersin
Dredge
Lioyd Bryant
Bryant
Frenk Vahquette
Wes Baaly
Open Large Scale War Maneuvers In Belgium
Reports describe extensive Belgian war maneuvers under way near the dunes of Acdolfer as Allied and German forces engage in large scale preparations. Officials note detachments and supply movements typical of major campaigns with emphasis on defensive posture along the southern border and air power in reserve.
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Belgium
London
Todas
Warldan Wns
Lrenee
Jorenh
Villilemin
Berlin
Etiaielt Industries
Chinese English steamers collide with heavy 100 drowned
In Shanghai Woosung area a Chinese steamer Hansa sank after a collision with the British steamer Tunsen. Reports say more than 100 Chinese passengers were drowned. Rescue operations and further details awaited.
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Shanghai
Hansa
Tunsen
Hoyas Gerin
Morning races at Reenah canceled by high seas
Reported high seas forced cancellation of morning races at the Reenah regatta. Irland L te Vaeitrg organizing officials indicated postponement and noted safety concerns for competitors and officials.
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Reenah
Irland
QL Fumes Blamed for Explosion or Sub
A blast tied to fumes at QL injured seven people and caused significant damage. Authorities treat the incident as an industrial accident at the facility. Investigations focus on fuel vapors and safety protocol compliance.
Purge of Reds Seen by John Frey
John Frey predicts a purge of communists within the CIO and auto workers union. He cites a Moscow connection and cites newspaper clippings as evidence. The testimony targets union leaders and coordinators amid corruption claims.
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C.J.O
John Frey
Washington
Gm Federetion
Toms
Lmied Autonomic
Hidi
Snto Voukus
Iin
Mounr
Joe
Frey
Lemerts Fres
the Cio
Moscow
Cartol
Gg Cp
Bk Mtrate
Apparent Shootings and Robberies Reported in Minnesota Case
A fragmented Minnesota page describes a shooting in the woods and multiple confrontations near St Paul involving police, federal agents, and a deputy sheriff. References to an automobile theft, a hospital admission, and various officers and suspects are tangled in OCR garble, with notes of continued coverage on later pages.
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St Paul
Jos
Charles Reot
Epa
Iim
President Adds Lo Purge List and Subsidy Disclosure
A 1944 era newspaper clipping reports new subsidies disclosed by the president and mentions a purge list. The column notes government actions, potential allocations, and policy framing with references to officials and the library. The text is fragmentary but centers on state support and administrative measures.
Unclear OCR Fragment From Column 15
The readable portion shows a damaged column header and stray letters. no identifiable events names dates places or outcomes are present to summarize into a coherent news item. The text appears to be an OCR artifact continuing from another page rather than a complete report.
Seven Navy Flyers Die In Crashes
A report notes seven Navy aviators killed in a series of crashes. Details are sparse due to damaged text but the fatalities involve Navy personnel and multiple incidents likely tied to radioman roles and training mishaps.
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Navy
4500 Russians Killed on Hill in Major Clash
Reports from Seoul indicate heavy fighting on a hill between Russian and Japanese forces. The tally suggests 4500 Russian deaths with 4400 casualties reported for American lines and related units, amid ongoing maneuvers on the Manchurian front.
United States Forces Face Challenges in Pacific Sector
Report highlights gunfire and bomber activity near the antipodal settlement as Japanese forces push against Allied positions. Japanese air raids and insurgent actions prompt British and American authorities to bolster defense amid tensions in the international zone.
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Shomehar
United States
Maui Armer
Pac
United Stauts
Seaforth
Honken
United Shire
Shangwai
United Sttes
Britain
United Side
Marine Sector
Lee
Erate
Poremir
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Iter Blast
Be Biy
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Gocmert
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Edo
Seth Sharered
Cote
Macwon
Peater
Buff ¢ Scovep
Rockemourt
Gar
Aden
John P Frey
Minnesota
Otis Jones Meredith
John Couch
G-Men
Peggy Gross
Daniel Cox Fahey Jr
St. Louis
Trewert
Hendin Ehuet
S. Poul Ofine
Miss Gias
Bobes
Effir Asin
Heidun
Healu Esseried
Sptbie West
Meredith
Moo
Edunman
Haiad
Grad Rapids
Jenps
Toad
New York
Cpemm
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Efines
Comtery Ae Bay Altoiness
Lloyd Paul Stry Ker
Eft
Ind
Toseay Pos Heck
Westin
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Rio
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Canada
Pera
Kero
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Korea
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Rgaufer
Newsrarre Hacrive
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Soochow Creek
Partecan
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