Paris Seeks Resolve as War Fears Rise
Aug 5 Paris reports heightened French resolve to back Poland against Germany, with authorities stressing no excuse for German aggression and rapid military mobilization along the frontier. Daladier orders emergency measures as Spain's neutrality appears likely amid talks with British and Polish diplomats.
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Stalin to attend Soviet extraordinary session on new pact
Moscow dispatch reports an extraordinary session summoned for Monday to discuss the non aggression pact with Germany and explain policy shifts. Premier Vyacheslas Molotoft outlines Moscow’s posture amid international crisis as Stalin is expected to attend. Soviet warships voyage to Vladivostok to bolster Pacific defense and a Panamanian transit noted. A storm near McKinney, Oklahoma, claims John B. Fisher, 61.
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Dead Torso Suspect Found Dead in Custody
Cleveland August 25 Coroner R G Gerber announced autopsy on Frank Dolteal, torso murder suspect, showing fractured ribs likely from two or three blows. Neck discoloration from a ragged cloth used to hang himself in county jail noted, with officials to conduct the inquest after pressure from William Edwards crime commission director and Dolteal's relatives.
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Pope Thanks Belgium King for Peace Effort
In Castel Gandolfo on August 25 Pope Pius XII thanked King Leopold III of Belgium for his support to a common work of peace. The brief note highlights the Vatican’s gratitude amid postwar reconciliation efforts.
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Mobilizing Plans Readied On Mobilization Day
Washington August 25 Amp officers said today mobilization day orders were in the hands of all regular army officers and of ficers of the national guard The orders name a mobilization police for each officer at which he must report as soon as possible after proclamation has been issued Questionnaires have also been sent to reserve officers asking them to report within 60 days of their availability for active service No special action was deemed necessary this year
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Guards Hired to Watch Prisoner at County Hospital
The County Commissioner Court authorized guards RB Toscano and WJ G to watch Raymond Dachburek, a county prisoner who had escaped from Robert Green hospital. Dachbrek was fined 200 dollars for swindling by check and had been walked out of the county hospital after treatment for illness. the guards are hired at 385 dollars per day.
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Nazi Ship Fails to Dock in England at Southampton
The Hamburg America liner Hansa did not call at Southampton as scheduled. Passengers who went to the tender to embark for New York returned to the port after two years of radio silence. The 22,000 ton ship had sailed from Hamburg the previous day and was expected to proceed to Cowes. The tender request failed to receive replies after two years of messages.
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Partition of Poland Is Aim
Paris reports Italian sources claim Germany and Soviet Russia plan to partition Poland, with Hitler letting Mussolini believe Poland would surrender or be carved up under a joint protes torate. The predicted lines include a call at Vistula and a shift of influence, while Italy wavers and Britain contemplates the broader impact on Europe.
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Peaceful solution urged for German Polish disputes
In a fragmentary wartime report the speaker urges the United States to back peaceful settlement of German Polish differences through alternative methods. He stresses readiness to contribute to world peace and notes Washington fears Congress may be called to war if tensions rise.
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Dramatic Class to Enter Tourney
Dramatic class to enter the tournament departs for Goose Creek to prepare for a campus production. Director Meg Rose Ternard leads the group with cast members Dav is Weynand Wallin Palle and others as they stage a dress rehearsal for the comedy “Manntau Wedding” in coming weeks.
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Homing Woptoad Is White Miker Suspect
HARVARD Massachusetts August 25 19 Teddy the homing toad return story confuses residents. The owner De Pred H Elkiney laments the delay while Dr Aldney tests the toad instinct at a San Francisco convention. Neighbors recall Teddy seen in a New Jersey registered auto, leaving local readers puzzled.
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Nazis Demand Polish Plea Run In Germany Strife
Contained garbled text reports German and Polish tensions over a potential attack pretext. Mention of Albert Forster as district leader and threats to march into Polish areas in East Prussia. Refers to Danzig and alleged troop dispositions as prelude to action. Observers note possible law and order rationale.
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Schwab Hastens His Return to U.S.
Charley M. Schwab, 77 year old chairman of Bethlehem Steel, was assisted aboard the liner Washington last midnight and sailed for the United States. He suffered a heart attack two weeks ago and had been convalescing in a London hotel. He adjusted plans to return home amid European tensions and a threatened economic downturn.
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St Louis Hit by Electrical Storm
A powerful electrical storm struck St. Louis during the morning of August 25, downpour flooding cellars and driving rivers through streets. Early reports estimate thousands of automobiles stranded and severe property damage across numerous blocks in the city.
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U S Embassy in London May Move to Headley Park
London August 25 The United States embassy staff may relocate if war develops moving to Headley Park near Epsom eighteen miles from London. Ambassador Joseph atewardly has accepted an offer of the house made by George Werks, head of the National City Bank of New York.
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Kelly Field Graduates 181 in Aerial Training Class
Wallyfield Pridey graduated its largest Peace-Lime class with 181 cadets as the Air Corps accelerated training under the 4x Mansion Program. Wings were presented by Col. F B Lackland at Keily Field as 75 officers, three guard officers, and 109 cadets received diplomas and commissions as first lieutenants in the air reserve.
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Mules Out of This War
In St Louis on August 2 the Missouri mule industry notes mules in demand due to wartime needs. J J Searcy of the St Pauls Horse and Mule Commission Co says foreign armies have not recruited locally, with mule shortages and prices much higher than in 1914. Turkey remains the only foreign buyer with orders.
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Croatia Wins In Long Fight For Government Role
Belgrade reports Croatia gains in Yugoslav national government. Premier Drogislis Cvetkovich begins forming a cabinet with Croat ministers after settlement with Vladko Macek approved by the regency. The tense political struggle centers on Croat influence and regional autonomy.
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