Heat Persists as Showers Offer Limited Relief in Nation
Thunderstorms brought brief relief to parched areas while heat deaths rise across states. New York, Michigan, Pennsylvania and Wisconsin report multiple fatalities from heat and related causes. Showers ease conditions in the lake region and parts of the Atlantic and Gulf states, with forecasts predicting lower temperatures in the near term.
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Tilovis
Chicago
Olios Totel
Michigan
Pennsylvania
Wisconsin
North Dakota
Minnesota
Tinois
Indiana
Atlantic
Gulf States
Applachian
Ohio Valley
Fountain
Cola
Colorado Springs
Pueble
New York State
Wea
Soan
Tle
Syracuse
United States Weather Bureau
Emuyeer Saressore
Sheppard
Draft Bill Favored By Roosevelt For Military Training
Washington reports that Senator Sheppard and President Roosevelt discussed the Burke-Watsworth compulsory military training bill. The Senate Military Committee chair said Roosevelt’s comments favored enacting the measure in its present form. Sheppard, arriving from Norfolk, Va, described the lengthy discussions with the President.
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Washington
Sheppard
Roosevelt
Norfolk
Defense Works
Senate Military Committee
First of Non-Political Tours Seen as Vehicle for Public Expression
The report claims President Roosevelt used inspection tours of Langley Field and Chesapeake Bay installations to gauge defense readiness. Observers say such visits encourage public expression on national problems and defense, with broader naval and shipyard activity cited as evidence of ongoing efforts.
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Ghesapeare Bay
Roosevelt
Army Air Base
Langley Field
Norfilk
Washington Review
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Corcites
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Reenvelt
Chesspeake Bay
Navy
Peters
White House
Mir
Red Envoy
Berlinee
Alexander Aeonries
Foreign Office
Bardo von Weizsacker
Riate
Rexack
Slovakia Quietly Reconfigures Ranks Amid German Buffer Plan
In Slovakia, interim minister Fransiava and police chief Mach assume expanded roles as observers note a German strategy to solidify a political buffer among Germany Hungary and Romania. Resignations by Burdhansky and shifts in cabinet positions signal closer alignment with Berlin and a suspected Soviet tilt by Hur.
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Fransiava
Sano Mach
Nad Hiinka
Hungary
Rumania
Fuss Mach
Ferdinand Burdhansky
Joseph Wise
Germany
Hur
Ggehansky
Windsors Might Face Capture For U S Visit
Government sources claim the Duke of Windsor could be seized by American authorities if he travels to the United States aboard the liner Excalibur. A British inquiry notes that carrying enemy combatants on a vessel could render it contraband, amid tense wartime diplomacy and recent actions by British forces.
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U. S
Ely
Duke
Windsor
Mary
Germany
United States
Anthony Ant
Ryaiell
Guerrillas Active Near Peiping Reported
Chinese guerrillas are active near Peiping. Officials said they wiped out a Japanese garrison and attacked Japanese-trooped Chinese forces with machine gun fire at night near Lee, amid ongoing hostilities.
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Peiping
China
Weinlty
Ice Fite
Lee
Seized on Coast For Narcotics Sale in Los Angeles
A partial clipping reports a narcotics roundup in Los Angeles with eight men and three women readied for booking. Police seized opium and other drugs as officers detained suspects connected to narcotics sales while newsboys reportedly read Los Angeles newspapers.
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Cali
San
Los Angeles
Pemnis
British Protest Over Japanese Arrests Stressed by Halifax
Halifax told reporters Britain views the arrests of 11 to 23 British subjects as serious and demanded full regard for the situation. Ambassador Morito Shigemitsu was summoned to convey His Majesty's government stance as Tokyo reported the gendarmerie had detained prominent Britons since July 27.
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Halifax
Robert L. Craigie
Tokyo
Halles
Ve Tie
Jgoveinment
M. J. Cox
Reuters
Koko
Foreigners Seized by Japanese in Korea
A Tokyo communique says the Japanese army has arrested a number of foreigners in Korea amid espionage fears. Names and nationalities were reported, with 13 Erit ors previously seized in Japan. The prisoners, charged with espionage, were under examination in Seoul as the Japanese campaign extended.
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Tokyo
Wuiy Cy Frevane
Jnese
Todas Nai
Korea
Japan
Seoul
Espital
Traipland
Columma
Pact Linking Spain and Portugal Promises Quick Response to Threats
News dispatch from Madrid reports a new protocol to the 1539 treaty of friendship and none aggression between Spain and Portugal. The pact allows either country to act swiftly if events threaten their stability or safety in the Therian peninsula, with immediate effect and no need for prior consultation.
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Portugal
Madrid
Great Britain
Francisco Franco
Germans Claim Air Raid Sinks British Cruiser
German High Command reports a Dover air raid sunk or heavily damaged British ships totaling 33,000 tons. They dispute British claims of 20 planes lost, stating only three German planes were down. The Borsen Zeitung commentary questions Britain’s defense and civilian mobilization amid the attack.
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England
Borsen Zeitung Seit
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Engla Ai
Tulsi
Reotsnen
Iyalkiecher Reobachter
Submarine Nets Cost U S Millions in Naval Plans
Unclear text outlines defense plans for submarine nets and related naval construction costs. Mentions a commission and congressional action, with figures around 15 million dollars and tender orders. Names and places are obscured by damaged OCR but refer to U S Navy and federal decisions.
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U. S
Washington, Daly
Navy
Army
Ston Sale Congrese
Civilians buried in ruins after Nazi attack in small town
Reports from Imarseille and the southeast coast outline civilian casualties and mass graves as German raids press through French ports. London notes possible Allied cooperation on postwar surpluses while German circles dispute British claims of downed planes. A British convoy in the Mediterranean faces attack as Romania faces German pressure on territorial concessions.
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Imarseille
France
London
House of Commons
Berlin
Soffentag
England
Rome
Mediterranean
Bucharest
Germany
Hungary
British Fliers Shoot Down 2 More Raiders
London reports air attacks continued through day and night on eastern coast towns and targets near Thames. Casualties include a killed infant and several injured as bombs hit congested districts and homes. Britain and the United States discuss world surpluses and economic cooperation while Britain plans talks with Spain on oil and supplies.
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Thames
Reider
Cless
Suez
Ministry of Home Security
England
France
Aioe
Britain
House of Comsines
Hugh Dalton
Nearilain
United States
Bolton
Spain
Span
Sarawel Hoare
Mandeld
Germany
Dalton
German Troops Massed Along French Coast
Reports from the front say German forces are massed along the northwest coast of French territory opposite the English Channel. The zone extends from Dunkerque to Beeston and Beuze, with rail and road networks cleared for operations and inland movement restricted at night. Naval units are moved to French ports, torpedo boats active in the English Channel, raiding British shipping between Calais and Le Havre.
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Freare
Nothwest
Hagland
Dunkerque
Felgan
North Farnland
Enteanse
Thames Estuars
Beest
Oppor
Plymonts
Tower
England
Bdvices
Gicantiare
Yileturn
Teinzess
Hes
United Press
Vichy
Occupied
France
Chleay
Baltic
Imotor
English Channel
Calais
le Havre
Bank Bandits Rob Asbury Park Bank for 108000
Armed trio robbed the Asbury Park National Bank and Trust Company today near the outlet, escaping in a car with Pennsylvania plates. Police estimate the loot at 108000 as investigators trace the bandits.
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Jersey
Asbury Park
Asbury Park National Bank and ‘Trust Company
Pennsylvania
Speculation on Britain’s Next Mission and Mass Bombing Impact
The piece argues heavy and persistent Maas bombing of England and British shipping signals a double edge strategy. It claims the aim is to pressure surrender and a collapse of resolve, while noting uncertainty about sources and the broader war outcome.
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Britain
Berlin
Judea
England
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