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Syracuse Herald Journal

Location

Syracuse, New York, United States of America

Date

Aug 03, 1940

Page

2

Hitler Plans Transplanting Balkan Folk to Romania Hungary

Immense population shifts outlined by German circles amid Balkan talks. Transylvania borders redrawn to move Romanians and Hungarians across new lines. 500 000 Germans in Romania and 190 000 Rumanians in Hungary affected. Antisemitic laws threaten nearly 250 000 Jews unable to prove three generations birthplace. ghettos to hold foreigners.

Tramler Adolf Hutter Etreles Byrania Mungarys Transylvania Watt Rumanis Rumania Humgstyn Hungary Geran Hungeriacs Pan i Rumania Bulgaria Bucharest Xoyiee Bulgesia Burmaniz Jima Althenichthey Buzisniv

Death of Model in Estate Pool Is Ruled Drowning

Miss Nash, 27, a model, was found dead in the pool at the Neal Teed Andrews estate. Police say the cause is asphyxial drowning after artificial respiration failed. she was visiting with Vicki Grey when the incident occurred.

New York Filent Legree Noch Beutiful Neal Teed Andrews Poltse Andrews Miss Nash Vicki Grey Andrews’ Eck Estate Deen Sendend Palies

O Ryan Sees Japanese Strategy in China War

Maj. Gen. JF O Ryan longtime New York attorney and trade mission head quoted on American understanding of Japan s aims in China. He toured Shanghai Manchuria and North China and arrived after meeting with Nanking s Japanese backed government. The mission includes Simon Whitney of a New York investment firm and Warren Hunsberger former professor, focusing on investment opportunities in Manchuria and occupied North China.

China O'Ryan Shanghai Auiz JF. O Ryan New York Crie Henri Languane Otiyan AEP Japan Daper Jagan Manchouken North China Nanking Weng Cihng-Wei Sovermtant Mission Inctudas Simon Whitney Warren ‘Hunsberger Princeton Univeraty of New Mempshire Jax Manchuulia

King Haakon Marks Sixty-Eighth Birthday Chronicle

In Niagara Buffalo a body was found near the International Bridge along the Niagara River. Police seek the deceased's identity while medical officials investigate the death as a possible incident connected to wartime or local disturbances observed in June and amid historical context referencing Norwegian resistance and wartime figures.

Haakon Siis Sah Nicho Ire Seley Baldwin Niagara Buffalo Palice Ningsra River International Bridge Rocco Dedaminicis Avater

Bipartisan Blee Advocates Draft and Selective Service

A letter by Vandenberg underscores support for a selective service bill as Army officials argue the voluntary system has collapsed. Senators Wheeler Minton and Marshall weigh in amid drafting committee efforts to revise the conscription bill for Senate debate next week. The War Department opposes a 90,000 cap for the first year, aiming to delay full mobilization.

Wandrey Sint Eostens Vandenberg Rootevelt Wheeler Wwoodsing Woodsing Tong Wn Department Wall Steel Minton D-Ind Army Stat George T Marshall Cipicman Sheppard Senate Miliary Committee Senate Iouse War Department

Two Pedal 3,500 Miles To Mexico City and Back

A quirky account of a long bicycle trip from Dallas to Mexico City and back on a tight budget. The riders faced stray bullets and injuries, with stops near Wuesas City and Union Star. They aimed to travel for fun, endured hazards, and returned home after a disruptive journey marked by laughter and risk.

Mexico City Hunas City University of Kensic Strick

Great Lakes Ship Strike Ends Expected August 3

The Great Lakes steamer Carrollilam remained at anchor at the Barge Canal terminal as efforts continued to end the strike of its crew for union recognition. Charles McCarthy of Nations Maritime Union said a breakthrough in talks was expected soon, with other boats at the dock and Terminal Corporation involved in negotiations.

Great Lakes Carrolilam Union Topograttan Charles McCarthy Pork Axe the Nations Maritime Tinton Ieselelog Seamvety Slic le Sa Ec Dock and Terminal Corporation McCarthy Sath Ab Cartatnresity

Monroe County Jail Fugitive Is Caught

Rochester dispatch reports Glennon Thorns, an 18 year old former amateur prize fighter, who escaped from the Monroe County penitentiary last Wednesday, was recaptured today. He was serving a six month sentence when the escape occurred and was apprehended by patrols after the attempted breakout.

Monroe County Rochester Thorns Glennon Stonroe County Natale Droopers

War Today play centers on Hitler seeking peace amid total war

The dispatch analyzes Hitler's dilemma as Germany tilts toward economic recovery and a drive to resume production. It notes imports from Luxembourg, Berlin, and France expanding while Saint Belgium and other occupied areas supply materials. It argues Britain and Europe face economic ruin and hunger as disintegration of Europe escalates.

Centhyes Europe Hitler Citus Cordell Hull Germany Luxembourg Berlin France Holland Beleiuat Demmerk Norway Jo Baltie Sul Hillmoad Reich Batcter Maany Ceuli Ag Eng

Three Held in Theft of $1900 Bond From Eastman President

Prominent Rochester broker Auge and elevator operator Allander were held on grand larceny forgery and receiving stolen property charges in the loss of $1900 bond from Eastman Kodak president Frank W Lovejoy at his Rochester home. Angress Carter, a four percent arrestee, allegedly took the bond June 25 and aided a chain to Walter Brown and Harold S Clark who sold the bond under a fictitious name for $361. Additional suspect Robert White, 37, was held for questioning.

Eastman Rochester Allander Frank Ww. Lovejoy Eastman-Kodak Company Angress Carter Loveley Carter Walter Brown Amlevator Vnto Harold S. Clark Clark Lovejoy Robert White Pulses

Tokyo Sees Arrests as Disgraceful Scheme in London

Tokyo derides arrests of a prominent Japanese businessman in London as a disgraceful scheme and reports Britain may retaliate for Britons held in Japan and Korea on espionage suspicions. Foreign Office and military spokesmen await an official London report while requests for action grow.

London Britain Japan Korea Foreign Office Army Navy Rit Sudiect Ky Makinaza Miamages Bddeh Robert Craigie Lie Grea

British Seize Japanese in Spy Roundup

A British drive against suspected Japanese spies yields arrests in London and reports of Makihara and Tanabe detained at Brixton and Scot Yard. Lord Halifax backs strong representations to Tokyo as Britain notes increased British subjects held in Japan and in its colonies.

Berea Aloe Britkie Japan Thempanete Emibarey Ambassador Shirt Gendisu Tillax Lord Halifax Lny Od Ind Makibays Iosbe London Tokyo Makihara Tondon England Ripka Dakine Wea Ptainelathes Tiey Tamabe Brixton Mitsubish Shuji Kaisha Cnnebe Mitsul Bussan Baisha Jannke Makibaen Putney Makiharn Scot Yard Species Maktheen Plantarlion House Fenchurch Street Associated ‘Press Makihara Land Tanabe Repieant Aitgubishi Qittsat Cana Stithin Karen Terdey Gestapo Tto

Misread Foregin Milour Plans Stir Global Speculation

A garbled OCR paragraph hints at foreign policy talk aimed at creating a new world order. It mentions sending figures to discuss a strong political understanding, a mutual prosperity aim, and a hoped for better relation with the United States, amid unclear references to Italy, Japan, and East goals.

Range Milour Mmxtsioke Berla Italy Bens Japas United States Alan

American Vessel Seized by Japanese Forces

The American merchant Estelle was seized by Japanese naval forces amid tensions in the region. The American consulate general said it would investigate while a Japanese navy spokesman cited military necessity for the detainment and possible release remains uncertain. The ship, carrying a Russian captain and two Chinese crew, followed the coast toward Hong Kong, driven by a typhoon into a Japanese blockade.

Shhaighal Merchigtan Estelle Rovers Lang Co Shang Jonaness Hong Kong Mars

Petain Orders Freemasons Dissolution

The article reports Marshal Petain ordering dissolution of Freemasons as France enacts measures to Christianize the country, alleging Freemasons infiltrated public offices and opposed Catholic values. It notes anti Jewish demonstrations linked to wartime tensions, plus French government rationing and food restrictions amid shortages.

Prvzice Marshal Setain Iite Tee France Eclaireur de Nive Freemasons Pass Exench Attee & P. Hf

Four Thousand Three Hundred Homes Sold By HOLC In June

Washington reports HOLC sold about 4,300 homes in June for an aggregate value around 16 million dollars. The Owners' LAas Corporation noted 109,000 homes sold since founding and nearly 50,000 in the fiscal year ending. Federal housing chief McDonald cited steady expansion and healthy building activity with prospects for a 12 year peak in privately financed residential construction. New home starts reached 4,206 for the week ending July 7.

Washington Laas Corporation Dyan Carson Jasvaper Tire Corporation Dnce Esmart McDonald Tae Fla

Getters Contract Pledges Return to Jobs for Soldiers

A labor contract between the United Workers Union and Birge Wallpaper Co in Buffalo outlines a conscription clause. It guarantees return to employment for workers called to national service or training during peacetime, after such service ends. The clause aims to protect job continuity for soldiers and veterans.

Buffle Aay Nl Giese Tody Nc 70 Wnion Birge Wallpaper Company Tei Teenie Oy Cay Hegelin ‘Corp Jation Ape Ithagrana Novelty Workers’ International Unio C. Nis United States U.S Firat

Beaverbrook May Be Prime Minister as Chamberlain Cabinet Shuffle

London reports speculate Lord Beaverbrook, Canadian-born press magnate, could join an inner Chamberlain cabinet and assume heavy duties if Neville Chamberlain steps back due to health. The talk centers on Beaverbrook taking over Ministry of Information or other key posts, with Churchill and other leaders remaining in place as the war cabinet contends with France and Germany.

Beaverbrook Chamberlain Lord Beaverbrook Cablmek Reed Isier Chamberlaines Lord Press London Press Today Reavorhieos Tondon Pubbher Churchill Charbartein Winister Hallinx Clement R. Atlice Arthur Greenwood Yne Lshavite Dalty Neville Chamachain Lomt Beavarbrook Liberal Cheardeta Beaverrook Ministry of Information Aled Duff Cooper Critirian Cumisgas Ter Fropweindt Fareien

Catholic Bishops Conference Set for Fieldnett Aug 28

German Catholic church dignitaries announced the annual Bishop's conference will move from August 15 to August 28 with representatives from across Greater Germany. For the first time since its cessation Austria will be represented, headed by Cardinal Innitzer. Reports also note new seminaries for Catholic Israelites opened in Warsaw by the German governor with 710 matriculating.

Germany Herlin Fikdnett Europe Austria Theodore Cardinal Innitzec Eex Reich Cellwlic Israels Warsaw Tans Framig

Actress Will Seek Reno Divorce From Pangborn

Los Angeles August 3 The actress says she will leave for Reno to file for divorce from Clyde Pangborn. They remain friendly. Pangborn works as a representative of the Canadian government and trains aviation instructors. The 23 year old actress and dress designer married in Southampton in 1933.

Rena Clyde Pangborn Los Angeles Aagmluer Achete Fumprrove Reno Nev Zauwid Sae Pangborn New York Fart St .Moritz pSwitzertard Southampton England Maren

Prisoner vacation idea sparks mixed inmate reaction

Pittsburgh dispatch says at Western Penitentiary a substitute chaplain proposed a two week vacation for well behaved prisoners. Inmates reportedly reacted skeptically with phrases like they would fast and return. some feared a slackening of discipline while others questioned the plan's practicality.

P.C Pittsburgh Pennsylvania Lester Sny Pet

Reich Claims Vast British Ship Losses

The communique says British losses were extensive as Luftwaffe units attacked off the Thames Estuary and Harwich, with two Blenheims shot down by anti aircraft guns and another plane forced down near Havre. A peasant family of four and five others were severely injured in the strikes.

Holand Hollands de Havre France Thames Harwich Enrawale

Gov Jones Sets Up Patronage Machine For Louisiana Jobs

Gov Sam Jones announces a streamlined patronage network to distribute state jobs. The plan creates a tripartite advisory group to supervise new appointees and ensure efficiency, with key operatives from Jones campaign era named to administrative roles. Major figures include Vante Plauche, Fresida Whitehead, and Charles E Schermichl, aligning with Noe supporters after the Democratic primary.

Gov. Jones Louisiana Rouge Lay Ag Sam Jones Elorm Gover Tor Tne Fae Vante Plauche Lake Charles Fresida Whitehead Fort A Jones Cabernatoria Charles E. Schermichl Menroe James A. Noe Jane Noe Jones Hones Hiiaz Earl Long

Roosevelt Heads to Hyde Park for Week at Home

Washington dispatch reports President Roosevelt will leave the capital today for a four week stay at Hyde Park. Officials say further national actions are postponed and minor trips to nearby military facilities may occur if needed.

Man Inherits Large Estate Plans Calm Future

Walter J. Dilworth of Lansdowne Jersey City inherits a 2 752 000 estate from his uncle Fosbine Jenin who died at the Oklahoma National Stockyards. The Lansdowne Trust Company granted letters of administration to Dilworth as guardian and he and his wife live in a duplex in Philadelphia. They plan a three week vacation in Canada and have retired from business 2 years ago.

Canstowne Walter J. Dilworth Cubarban Philadephia Dilworth Cansiderea Oklahoma City Fos Jenin Oklahoma National Stockyanlshoven Ty. J Lansdowne Tan Heltere Joss John Apes HL Gavin Jersey City Dilworth Cariada Dilworth Sala Pia Es

Not less than $50,000 estimated hire for Tivestosh comméstion

Joh. Baker notes a major contract estimate for Tivestosh mission service, quoting not less than fifty thousand dollars as the hire figure. The fragmentized OCR mentions Tivestosh commission and a named individual in context of a large authorization.

Joh. Baker Gusoage

Lehman to Confer With Defense Group on Aug 3

Governor Lehman will meet Wednesday with a newly formed State defense group. The body includes industrial and other leaders and will be hosted by the governor at a luncheon in Rivercatine.

Lehman Ameny National Defense At & Lunch Cof Rivecatine Manaton

Burke Says Garner Will Return Soon to Senate

Senator Burke of Nebraska reports Vice President Garner will return to Washington early next week to preside in the Senate. The plan aims to vote in the Texas Democratic primary as Garner had previously attended the session for the purpose of RNR home. Some acquaintances doubt Garner’s return and question whether he will be the same in Washington.

Burke Garner Washington Senate Garner Jott

Rome Reveals British Raids On Sardinia

A wartime communique reports Royal Air Force raids from Sardinia on Gibraltar and attacks in Sudan including Port Sudan depot fires and damage to facilities. It notes British aircraft losses and intensified bombardment in the region.

Rome Sardinia

Italians Slain in Libya Fight Report Conflicting Totals

A Cairo desk dispatch cites a London source claiming heavy Italian losses with hundreds killed and many captured as British forces press on Libyan front. The official communique lists 20 killed, 30 wounded, 420 captured, though counts differ by source and context.

Londun Irtag Cairn London Egypt Anid

Canada Paper Asks Arrest of Mayor Balking Registration

In iMonteval Quebec on August 3 the Montreal Gazette pressed Mayor Camilliere Houde to explain his refusal to register for military service and to urge constituents not to register. The piece notes local buildings’ ties to government violations and cites statements from political leaders including Mackenzie King and Adelard Gedault about conscription.

Canada iMonteval Montreal Gazette Camilliere Houde Hoodie Potieles Jie Mytelf Moises Mackenzie King Pr- Mier Adelard Gedhaul Quebec

Police hunt for missing stepson in Iowa wife slaying

Des Moines reports say Rayon Simmerman admitted killing his wife during a violent argument and later said he might have disposed of three year old Robert Simmerman by throwing him into the Des Moines River. Police describe the suspect returning to the station and calmly confessing the slaying.

Iowa Des Moines Robert Simmerman Hiic Rayon Simmerman Paul Castelline Asteliine Simmermen Castelline Summerman Simmermanon Simmermanon's

Niagara Hudson Units Show Income Boost in Quarter

Three Western New York pomer companies of the Niagara Hudson group report higher net income for the quarter ending Jans 3. Among them Buffalo area firms and Ontario Power Company show increases. Ontario Power Company earned 242,443 versus 369,746 in the exon period.

Niagara Hudson Buffalo New Fork Pomer Niagara Hudson Group Builaio Niagara Ind. Pastern Corp pMagate Falls Power Company Nic Incara Lockport Ema Ontario Power

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