Time extension for mining claim assessment approved
The House and Senate approved a sixty day extension for annual assessment work on mining claims in the United States and Alaska. The measure, sent to President Roosevelt for signature, extends the deadline from July 1 to September 1. Representative Murdock led Western lawmakers urging quick approval.
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General Craig Urges Rapid Strike Divisions for Alaska
On the eve of retirement Gen Malin Craig urges creation of five small infantry and artillery divisions to strike rapidly against enemies in the Western Hemisphere. He also calls for the Alaska Hawaii Panama Puerto Rico outpost line to be prepared for immediate action.
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Dempsey Undergoes Emergency Appendicitis Operation
New York report states former heavyweight champion Jack Dempsey survived an emergency appendicitis operation without complications. Doctors describe a serious gangrenous appendix and peritonitis as the condition leading to the surgery.
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American glider pilot earns Golden C award
Elmira June 30 Officials of the National Soaring Meet announce that Aviation Cadet Robert M. Stanley by an altitude flight of 16 400 feet becomes the first American glider pilot to qualify for the Golden C Award the highest international rating for sail plane fliers.
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Three Fairs Seek Treasury Aid Under New Law
Applications for state grants under the amended law have been received from three Alaska fair groups. Grants of 1000 dollars each were asked by the Tanana Valley Fair for Fairbanks August 31 to September 2, by the Ketchikan Industrial Fair Association for Ketchikan September 1 to 4, and by the Southeast Alaska Fair Association for Juneau. Nome seeks last year’s pending Northwestern Alaska Fair Association. No entry came from Matanuska.
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Baseball Scores From Afternoon Games
In the majors today results show the Chicago Cubs defeating Cincinnati 5 to 1 in the National League. The Chicago White Sox beat Detroit 3 to 1 in the American League with New York routing Washington 10 to 2.
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Next Move Will Mean Sure Fight
Europe faces a fog of rumors and warnings from high officials as Britain and France pledge force against further aggression. Halifax warns that Germany will meet aggression with our whole strength. German leaders respond they are calm and aware of their power.
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Roosevelt reorganizes Alaska federal offices effective July 1
The reorganization, approved by Congress, moves the Bureau of Fisheries and the Alaska Game Commission to the Interior Department while Alaska officials say changes are unclear beyond letterhead updates. President Roosevelt notes both bureaus manage wildlife resources and should share administration, with Agriculture research facilities retained for domestic animal protection studies.
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Seton Thompson
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Frank Dufresne
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Spotlight’s Crowded Glare Hones McNutt Presidential Bid
Indiana governor Paul V. McNutt returns to the United States amid loud attention as he weighs a 1940 Democratic run. He touts a disciplined campaign, asserted independence for U S interests in the Philippines, and reportedly sought Roosevelt’s view before announcing his candidacy.
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Filibuster Attacked by Chief Executive
Washington dispatch reports Senate Republican leaders vowing to talk to death the Administration monetary bill after President Roosevelt warned against filibusters. Senator Warren Austin of Vermont echoed the stance while the President suggested public sympathy would not favor delaying tactics as emergency powers near expiration at midnight.
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Burdick to Return from Interior Tomorrow
Inspector Charles G Burdick who has been in the Interior for six weeks arranging new CCC camps under the summer program returns on the Baranof from the Westward and is due here tomorrow afternoon.
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Ickes Bids Farewell as PWA Shifts Tomorrow
Secretary Harold L. Ickes emotionally ends six years of the public works administration. John M. Carmody will take over the PWA on July 1 as the Federal Works Agency head. About 2500 PWA workers face possible job losses amid the reorganization.
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Becomes Confessed Matricide in Hollywood Slaying
Campbell McDonald a 25 year old student in Hollywood California confessed to beating his mother Mrs Margaret Campbell a former silent screen actress to death five months earlier He was arrested in Santa Monica and is being interrogated about the case McDonald also denied knowledge of the fatal shooting of Anya Sosyeva a former Ziegfeld Follies dancer ongoing mystery remains.
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Large Vessels Sought for Western Alaska Mail Route
Alaska Delegate Anthony Dimond and officials urged the House Post Office committee to require mail boats on the Seward to Alaska Peninsula and Aleutians route to be large enough for freight and passengers. They testified that residents along the 700 mile route lack adequate water transport and current boats cannot carry passengers or freight.
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Mining man A Schubach arrives in Juneau aboard Baranof
A. Schubach of San Francisco with mining interests in the interior arrived in Juneau from Fairbanks yesterday aboard Pacific Alaska Airways and is staying at the Baranof Hotel. He will depart south tomorrow on the Baranof.
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Marriage License Issued by U S Commissioner
U S Commissioner Felix Gray issues a marriage license to Earl Brussman Wilson and Dorothy Bessie Whittaker. The record notes the couple's names and the official action in the local docket.
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Doris Geisinger Named Hostess for Pageant Tour
A 24 year old Atlantic City schoolteacher Doris Geisinger was selected as official hostess for the annual beauty pageant in September and to undertake a national goodwill tour in August. Geisinger stands five feet four inches tall with ash blonde hair and weighs 118 pounds.
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J P Williams Retires From Forest Service After 30 Years
J P Williams retired from the U S Forest Service after three decades of service. He held the title Chief Forest Ranger and was honored at a luncheon with Mrs Williams. Williams served in Alaska and Washington with roles as forest guard and ranger and participated in World War I era activities.
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American School at Foochow Destroyed in Far East Action
Shanghai June 30 Japanese planes wreck the American Union Middle School two miles west of Foochow as coastal offensives open. British gunboat Grasshopper lands 36 bluejackets. Foochow port closed to protect British interests. No casualties reported. damage estimated at $50 000. Chinese dispatches claim Japanese landing party defeated at Pingstan Island, 45 miles southeast of Foochow.
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Western trip of President stays pending
President Roosevelt suggested a trip to the west coast four days after Congress adjourns but press men are unsure of the timing. The possibility of extending the tour to Juneau, Alaska has been a recurring topic at press conferences and remains unclear.
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Foreign silver remains at 38 cents per ounce
The Treasury Department set foreign silver at 38 cents per ounce today. A compromise on the monetary bill between the Senate and House is expected to allow continued Treasury foreign silver purchases. Without a compromise, foreign silver imports cannot be bought after midnight tonight.
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Broadcasting Tonight Bettie Sale Telecasts Mono Dialect
Bettie Sale broadcasts tonight on KINY in a Negro dialect monologue series. The performer has a long history on stage and radio across Seattle New York and Hollywood over several years.
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