Roosevelt Reiterates No War Pledge In Campaign Speech
Roosevelt defends peace pledge on campaign platform as he addresses crowds with Capt. Callaghan on stage. He vows to keep the United States out of foreign wars and to defend labor gains, while criticizing opposition tied to defense policy and New Deal progress. Willkie contrast noted on conscription act amendment and industry seizure.
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Roosevelt
Daniel J.’ Callaghan
Naval
Union
Chicago
Americas
Tive
Labor
America
Democratic National Committee
Wendell L. Wille
Mr. Roosevelt
Willkie
Auto Violations Lead to Large Hagerstown Arrests
Chief William H. Peters reports 84 drivers charged last month for driving law violations in Hagerstown. August totals show 324 arrests and 400 in fines, with 35 drunk, 16 disorderly, 140 parking, 10 larceny, and 2 robbery cases. 36 larceny reports occurred in August.
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Rock Bottom
Hagerstown
William
Peters
Hagerstows
Bankhead Improves Possibly Returning To Washington
The condition of Rep. William B. Bankhead Speaker of the House from Alabama was improved today. Dr George W Carter said he might return to his Washington apartment during the day after a painful sciatic attack that sent him to a Baltimore address Tuesday night before a planned political address.
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Baltimore
William B. Bankhead
Ala
George W., Carter
Washington
Bankhead
Calver
Classified Ad Opportunity Promised Today
The notice promises a great classified opportunity available today. It hints at a single item or service offered, urging readers to act quickly for the chance presented.
Draft ages set at 21.35 for national draft and training
The article reports a plan to draft about 16.5 million men within fifteen days after funding, with 5 million deemed eligible for a year of intensive training. It notes Roosevelt could call any age class, and that 75,000 would be inducted soon after October. The measure allows temporary government seizure of industry under strict public danger conditions.
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Army
Roosevelt
Congress
Senate
Clark
Sheppard
D-Tex
House
White House
Forgetful Magistrate Conducts Wedding At Night Court
New York magistrate Michael A. Ford mixed up his duties when a couple came to his home to marry. He suggested they go to night court as a stand in, then rushed to the bench and performed the ceremony once recalled.
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New York
Michael A. Ford
Ford
Maryland considers Merit System changes for veterans
A Maryland legislative subcommittee studies reforms to the Merit System affecting administration scope and veterans. A three member board may be created with the state employment commissioner as director. Appellants could appeal to court after board decisions. Veterans groups seek to alter the Veterans Preference Act while keeping veteran appointment requirements.
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Annapolis
Legislative Council
Philip Dorsey
St. Mary’s
Dorsey
Henrys Trades Shows Career Of Outlaw Gang
Coffeyville Kansas makes history with a film recounting the Dalton gang double feature bank robbery of 1892 and the town’s famous outlaw past. The feature outlines the gang’s exploits and places Coffeyville in the annals of historic crime cinema.
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Coffeyville
Kansas
Dalton Gang
Oppose Another Open Doe Year In Franklin County
Petitions circulate in Franklin County and Pennsylvania opposing the December open doe season from December 1 to 15. Hunters fear another open season could exterminate deer in the region and recount reports of a previous slaughter. Local sportsmen urge support for petitions to the Pennsylvania Game Commission.
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Franklin County
Pennsylvania
Pennsylvania Game Commission
Draft Bill At A Glance Highlights Selective Service Proposals
The draft bill outlines peacetime training limits for the army, conscription scope in the western hemisphere, and pay rising from 21 to 80 dollars monthly. It details post service reserve assignments, trainee selection by state quotas, deferments for ministers and essential workers, conscientious objector provisions, and penalties for draft dodgers. It also covers rehiring protections, court actions, a presidential appointee head of selective service, and the act’s expiration date of May 15, 1945.
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Western Hemisphere
Philippine Islands
Army
National Guard
Selective Service
Willkie Begins Western Campaign Tour From Indiana
Wendell L. Willkie met with running mate Charles L. McNary and National Chairman Joseph W. Martin in Rushville Indiana to plan an October itinerary and policy approach for a 7 200 mile western swing. He heard Roosevelt's Washington speech by radio and said he would respond during the tour. His first speeches, starting tomorrow in Chicago, target industrial worker groups.
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Rushville
Ind
Wendell L. Willkie
Willkie
Roosevelt
Washington
Chicago
Wage Earners Can Obtain Standing
The Bureau of Old Age and Survivors Insurance has posted all wages reported in 1939. Statements showing each account status as of year end are now available. Social Security account holders may request a statement via a post-card form at any Social Security Board field office.
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Bureau of Old-Age and Survivors Insurance
Social Security Board
Charles KE. Bailey
Hagerstown
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