Congressmen allege German spies in San Francisco
Congressman Martin Mies testified that German espionage networks operated in San Francisco with 26-29 named leaders and seven known Mauian agents. Witnesses testified behind closed doors while public interest and countercharges tied to suspected Communist sympathizers circulated, and actors like Jimmy Cagney and Melvyn Douglas faced inquiries.
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San Francisco
Martin Mies
Todey
Los Aneles County
Jimmy Cagney
Red Movement
Hollywood
Melvyn Douglas
Dies
Envoy to Vatican to Return Home
Vatican dispatch reports Alyron C. G. Taylor, U.S. envoy to the Vatican, in farewell audience with Pope Pius XI before departing for the United States due to poor health. Taylor, convalescing after an operation, plans to leave with Mrs. Taylor on Friday for Lisbon and then sail to New York on August 29. Friends doubt he will return to his post.
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Vatican City
Pius XI
Alyron CG Taylor
Roosevelt
Paronas
Vatican
Knudsen and Arnold Arrive in Wichita for Tour
William Knudsen production chief of the national defense commission and Major General H H Arnold chief of the Army Air Corps arrived by plane from Indianapolis early on Wednesday. They begin a nationwide inspection tour of air corps establishments and major military plants in the Middle and Far West.
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Wichta
Ben
Wiliam Knadsen
National Defense Commission
H. H. Arnold
Army Air Corps
Indianapolis
Air Corp
Rajar
Middle
Far West
Princess Margaret Rose Reaches Tenth Birthday Amid War
In London on August 21 1944 Prin Margaret Rose turns ten, with social cake limited by sugar rationing. King George VI and Queen Elizabeth plan to join portions of the day with her, and she will host a small group of friends at a plane event.
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London
Prin Margaret Rose
George
Queen Elizabeth
Walter Winchell On Broadway Column Returns September First
Walter Winchell reflects on August vacation and previews a rotating guest columnist plan for the Broadway column. He riffs on campaign theatrics, voter apathy, and democracy, with satirical jabs at candidates, media, and public sentiment.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Winchell
Anacin Four Tablet Pack Offers Fast Headache Relief
Anacin tablets claim speedy relief for headaches neuritis neuralgia and rheumatism in a four tablet pack for 10 cents available at drugstores and in tins of 12 30 and 60 100 tablets. If symptoms persist consult a physician.
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Anaun
Aloae
Aenuus
Mexico patrols Pacific coast with six warships
Mexico confirms six warships guard the rugged Pacific coast to curb smuggling for a political revolution. The Hermon Frasch, a U S freighter from San Diego, was halted near Acapulco by cutter G 22 as a precaution after entering national waters, then allowed to proceed.
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Mexico City
Aug
Mexico
Pacific Coast
Navy Department
Republic
Pacific
United States
Hermon Frasch
San Diego
Acapulco
U S Canada Defense Accord Raises Japan Alarm
Tokyo papers reported today on the United States and Canada defense accord with cautious tone. Japanese sources said the pact could provoke grave disturbances in the Orient as Tokyo weighs potential security and strategic shifts.
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Tokyo
United States
Canada
Orient
Dn Narpatieast
Reds Barred From Georgia Ballot
In Georgia on August 20 1946 Secretary of State John RB Wiley barred the Red party from the November ballot citing public policy concerns over a party seeking to overthrow democratic government. The ruling followed regional and international tensions with references to Japan and other nations. Governor E D Rivers commented on state actions amid the decision.
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Atlanta
Georgia
Sommuniste
Oe Wappatrrd
Hoch
John RB
Wile Pac
Australig
Japan
Pacific
United Annall
E. D. Rivers
Iritisti
Nelson
Preston Foster Rediscovered by DeMille in Hollywood
Hollywood gossip notes Preston Foster is highlighted as rediscovered by Cecil DeMille with top roles in Northwest Mounted and a stint alongside Veronica Lake in Wanted. The piece teases Morgan at Metro and hints at Chaplin’s The Great Dictator releasing soon, plus column chatter on Lamarr Litvak, Betty Jane Cooper, and Judy Garland Dallas-ish ties.
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Louella U. Parsons
1. N.S
Hollywood
INS
Preston Foster
Holliswood
Cepil DeMille
Northwest Mounted
Gil
Gary Cooper
C. B
Preston
Paramount
Veronica Lake
Veronica
Arthur Hornblow
Pam
Brenda Marval
Charlie Chaplin
Charlie
San Francisco
Meredith Willson
Chariie
Crumedy
Hedy Lamarr
Anatole Litvak
Merle Oberon
Fred Allen
Mary Livingstone
Judy Garland
Dave Rose
Dan Bailey
Jackie Cooper
Bonita Granville
Old Floppies Paint Nazis With Balloons Over London
London reports describe Britain's early barrage balloons as the so called fat friends of war a feature aiding RAF fighters by deterring German bombers while balloon tests and experts note the balloons are vulnerable to fighter attacks and must be quickly replaced after damage helping Britain claim effectiveness despite risks and costs
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London
Britain
Imawn
RAF
Messere ‘Sotumitt
The Bexar Facets by JACK HOWARD in town chatter
Local column lists residents and visitors with mixed notes on weddings, work changes, and hobbies. George Denmark, Danmarks, and Kirsten Fiagstad appear among a crowd of personalities from tech grads to WPA officials, with fishing tales and social updates at the courthouse and nearby venues.
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Jack Howard
George Denmark
Altor
Tech
Lown
Manistique Lake
Michigan
Carl
Vanth
Kirsten Fiagstad
Northern Pike
Wien
Atilekers Beyad
Jetter
Norweelan
Montmental
Mar
Charles Hurley
Denmark
Mian
Grand Canyon
Fisher
Eileen Shipman
Long
Missouri Va
Cation
AL Figleside
Jor Murgra’ Melinger
WPA
Chamber of Commerce Press
Tellations
New Or- Texas U
Bill Acklen
Mor
Windy City
Bob Hie
Bard
Sais
WGN
Balkan envoys return as talks stall over Transylvania
Humanians and Hungarians head home to brief governments after deadlocked discussions. Spokesmen indicate little progress toward a compromise and no clear path to agreement. Nearby, Sumerian and Bulgarian delegations reportedly reached agreement on most Bulgarian demands for Southern Dobrusia except minor points.
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Turnuleverly
Rumada
Humanian
Transylvania
Crafeya
Dobruja
Connally a Storc About the Gallery in Senate Debate
Washington Aug 20 A dramatic prudence in the waning hours of Monday's constitutional debate had the gallery cheering and interrupting Senator Connally Texas as King president announced an admonition. Connally, his speech punctured by interruptions, waved his hand in weary protest saying there ain't why use of doing it. They have been admonished all day and pay little attention to the chair.
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Washington
Connally
Texas
Pope to Broadcast Missionary Message from Vatican
Vatican authorities announced that Pope Pius XI would broadcast a missionary message to the United States on October 17, the eve of a Catholic missions day, as part of the churchs outreach.
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Pope
Vatican City
Vatican
Fius XI
United States
Movie Timetable Majowie Pride and Prejudice
A compact film timetable notes a screening titled Pride and Prejudice listed with numeric codes and prices. Details appear in a compact schedule format with venue or screening identifiers.
British air ferry offer swirls Oklahoma City talks
Aug 2 Oklahoma City report notes an offer of 500 per tip for volunteers to ferry planes across the North Atlantic to England. Gal Willan G Brooks, a tying soldier of fortune, outlines the plan and two alternatives. Supplemental offers include ferrying jobs by England and commissions in the Canadian Royal Air Force with assurances of domestic service and instruction.
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Oklahoma City
Ers
North Atlantic
England
Olahoma Flying Fraternity
Willan G. Brooks
Soldier of Fortune
Cantadian Royal Air Force
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