Montreal Mayor Camillien Houde Arrested Under War Measures Act
Montreal mayor Camillien Houde, vocal opponent of conscription, was interned under the War Measures Act by the RCMP. He was taken into custody at City Hall last night, three days after asking Montreal journalists to oppose compulsory national registration. Officials offered no comment. his internment is expected to last for the war. He is 50.
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Hungary Confiscates Jewish-Owned Land
Berlin reported that the Hungarian government decreed the confiscation of a military portion of Jewish owned land in Hungary. The measure was broadcast by German radio from Budapest on August six.
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Belgian famine feared as food aid may miss mid September
Ambassador John Cudahy warned Belgium could near famine unless American food supplies arrive by mid September. He reported Belgian wheat imports low and bread rations at 225 grams per person daily, with 2.5 million Belgians in France and German control of strategic ports worsening the crisis.
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Hall Cites Peril Asks Sacrifices
Secretary of State Hull urged Americans to endure personal sacrifice and strong armament to avert war. He cautioned against complacency and stressed continental defense, recalling talks at Havana where united preparations were deemed essential to repel foreign aggression.
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Six More Enlist Here in Marines in San Antonio
Six more San Antonians enlisted Tuesday bringing total recruits at the Marine recruiting station in the federal building to 28 since June 20. Enlistees are John R. Montez, John T. Crapps, Woodrow W. Reet, Paul B. Brown, Elgin B. Ferguson, and Grover L. Scrimpsher. Sel Glenn H. Bramps announced the Marines will continue with an unlimited quota.
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Britain to Ban Food Waste Under New Order
Britain issues a food ministry order to curb waste, effective Aug 13, defining waste as all man made food or drink except water. It carries up to three months imprisonment and fines from 400 to 2000. The move aims to boost tea rations and reduce winter rationing, forbidding excessive meat portions.
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