O'Conor warns of defense risks during admin shift
Governor O'Conor spoke at the Philadelphia Forum urging caution about a presidential transition. He warned European dictators would relish a delayed defense under a new administration while criticizing the replacement candidate's lack of crisis-time experience. He lauded the current leadership's integrity and foreign policy record.
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Philadelphia
O'Conor
Philadelphia Forum
Democratic Party
Poland
France
Republican Party
Stalin Wooed Holds Balance in Balkan Crisis
A wartime analysis discusses Stalin seeking influence to block Axis advance in the Balkans. It weighs Turkey’s stance, Russia’s neutrality, and the strategic Dardanelles waterway as German forces press near the region. The piece speculates on how Soviet entry with Britain could reshape the conflict.
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Balkans
Russia
Turkay
Peninsium
Lyto
Maat
Detkimt
Stalin
Daribnellis
Destroyer Damaged Near Malta Reaches Gibraltar
A British destroyer badly damaged in a naval engagement near Malta arrived at Gibraltar base with a large gap showing above the water. Early reports say several bodies were removed and 10 to 20 wounded are being cared for in Gibraltar hospitals.
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Rhica
Spain
Malta
Gibraltar
Defense Keynotes Alsatia Club Mummers Parade
The Alsatia Club Mummers Parade on October 31 will emphasize defense and preparedness. Large organizations plan entries with patriotic floats and allied divisions. prize money rises to attract top entries, boosting total outlay above 1600. Rex D. Gaver and Arthur Speicher lead organized bodies and floats.
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Alsatia Club
Hallowe'en
Alsatia Clu
Rex D. Gaver
Arthur Speicher
Jury Drawn for November Term by Judge Wagaman
The jury for the November term of court will be drawn Thursday morning at 2 PM by Judge Frank G. Wagaman.
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Frank G. Wagaman
Draft Boards Take Permanent Offices in City Hall
Washington county's two Draft Boards move to the third floor of City Hall at Franklin and Potomac streets. Board No. 1 serves the city and Board No. 2 the county. they use the former National Youth Administration room and will gain access to the fourth floor courtroom for hearings. The boards expect to occupy the offices soon.
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Washington County
City Hall
Franklin and
Potomac Streets
National Youth Administration
Moor Court
Posrdls
Italian Drive Against Suez Predicted As War Fears Rise
Rowe Oct 15 A strong Italian move against Suez was forecast in foreign circles as Italian air squadrons reportedly attacked a British naval convoy thought to be rushing reinforcements to Egypt. Speculation swirls over a joint German Italian thrust toward Turkey and Greece as Hitler and Mussolini face strategic choices.
Axis Trans. Report Prompts Egyptian Offensive Fears
Mussolini announces the Axis transfer with the High Command reporting an attack as an indication Britain strengthens in Egypt possibly for a major offensive. Classified Act advises approaching an ad-taker for introductions and buyer outreach.
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Mussolini
High Command
Egypt
Doctor's Olive Tablets Aid Liver Bile Flow
An old advertisement promotes Dr Edwards Olive Tablets as a vegetable remedy to stimulate bile flow and aid elimination for constipation. It touts Dr F M Edwards's use and lists price points of 16¢ 60¢ and 60¢ with claims of quick morning relief and better digestion.
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Dr. Edwards
F. M. Edwards
Pastor Hess Resigns Local Church for New York Post
The Baltimore Presbytery accepted Rev. Dr. William Samuel Hess’s resignation as pastor of the Hagerstown church with regret. He will assume the pastorate of Old Flint Church in HuntingtonLI on November 15, after 15 years here. The meeting then adjourned as delegates praised missions work and urged a moral standard.
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William Samuel Hess
Hagerstown
Baltimore
Hess
Old Flint Church
Presbyterian
Huntington
L. I
Guthrie Speers
Brown Memorial
Curen
National Missions Committee
Merlyn A. Chappel
New York
Changel
Chappel
John R. Gardner
Christian Education
William A. Eisenberger
Committee On Evangelism
Don GG. Miller
Street, Md
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