Heat Wave Causes Mass Death Toll Across Nation
A week of extreme heat blamed for 375 deaths since Friday evening across the United States. Prostration, heat stroke, and drownings are noted, as records track lingering drought and record highs. Rain brings only temporary relief in some areas while hotter conditions loom Midwest and Plains.
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Canal Level Drops Prompt Boat Restrictions
State canal system faces low water, restricting boat traffic. Fred R. Lindsey, assistant superintendent, announced Champlain Canal notices limit pleasure craft to two hour intervals.
Texas Legislature passes first anti lynching bill
Austin Texans report the legislature approved two measures making lynching punishable by prison or death. The Senate backed the bill by voice vote and sent it to Governor Beauford Jester for signature amid renewed calls for federal action.
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White House Romance Ends in Divorce Suit
In Maricopa County Superior Court John Boettiger, 49, former Chicago Tribune reporter and future publisher, sues Anna Boettiger, 43, Roosevelt daughter, for divorce after 14 years of marriage. He cites mental cruelty. custody of their children sought. The couple wed in 1935 after Anna’s Reno divorce. property settled July 15, 1948. Anna Eleanor and Curtis known as Sistie and Buzzie.
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Row Flares Over Basing Point Bill
A lively dispute centers on a Senate passed measure altering basing point pricing and anti trust rules. Critics say the bill rushes through hearings and favors industry while inspectors note historic court limits on freight adsorption practices. Supporters argue the act clarifies when basing point pricing violates antitrust law.
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Plea for Petain Read in Paris Lawyers Appeal to Auriol
In Paris Henri Philippe Petain’s lawyers petition French President Vincent Auriol for his release. They say the elderly commander’s mind has slipped and he should not be kept in detention, appealing for transfer.
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Maine Trunk Murderer Seeks Pardon
ALGLSTA Maine. INS Paul X Dreyer, once a village Romeo of South Patne, seeks a pardon after nearly 12 years in the Maine trunk murders. Dwyer, 30, confessed to killing Dr. Lintefela in South Paris, saying the motive was his 15 year old sweetheart Barbara Carroll. He later repudiated the confession and accused Carroll’s father, ex Deputy Sheriff Francis M. Carroll, as the killer. Both men received life terms at Thomaston and remain nearby. Attorney General Farris says he will be tried for the murder if pardoned.
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Barbershop Scammer Targeted Elite Clients, NY Case Details
A barber in New York allegedly targeted top clients by offering haircare services while using misrepresented props. The suspect, posing as a trusted professional, lent cash to several businessmen in small sums and promised future favors. Authorities note repeated pattern of loans ranging from $10 to $15.
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Mystery of Dr Littlefield Murders Remains Uncleared
Authorities believe Mrs Littlefield was killed during Dwyer flight from South Paris and her body hidden in a car trunk near New Gloucester, Maine. The Littlefield case, never solved, drew a wild cross state chase ending with Carroll accused of incest and murder but later recanted, claiming only accessory to the doctor’s killing.
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Large Industries To Expand Output
Ford Motor Co and Bethlehem Steel Co announce plans to expand production in the area. Spokesmen from both firms disclosed the expansion at a HMRC press conference yesterday, signaling a boost in local industrial activity.
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Ford buys acres near Hamburg for expansion plans
Ford has acquired nn acres in Hamburg about a mile from its Buffalo assembly plant for future expansion. The move may support a pressed steel plant to produce passenger cars and subassemblies. Bethlehem Steel plans to double output at Lackawanna to about 90000 tons yearly after expanding and upgrading two facilities.
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