China protests U.S. embargo on arms to China
China formally protested the U.S. embargo on arms and airplanes sent on government vessels to China. The protest followed the Wichita freighter sailing from San Pedro with 19 long-range planes left behind, unloaded earlier from Baltimore by order of President Roosevelt and the Maritime Commission.
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Franco claims pirate subs are Russian in Mediterranean
Franco alleges two Spanish insurgent submarines with Italian and German destroyers operated in the Mediterranean. He says the Soviet fleet owns the subs, each 950 tons with 22 torpedoes, escorted by a mother ship, and that proof will be sent to London's hands off Spain committee.
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Wheeler warns Americans against regime of one man
Senator Burton K Wheeler declared against Fascist rule in Europe and warned Americans to preserve a government with independent executive, legislative, and judicial branches. He argued democracy moves slower but protects rights and prevents totalitarian concentration of power.
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Dynamiteros Halt Insurgent Drive Amid Storms
Loyalist Asturian dynamiters aided by heavy rains halted a Rebel offensive in Northwestern Spain. Storm grounded Rebel planes and stalled mechanized divisions while Asturian miners ambushed Italian Black Flames battalions. Guerrilla bands blocked the advance on Ribaldesella near Gijon.
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Green Denounces Lewis Over Demanding Federal Favors
President William Green of the AFL condemns the John L. Lewis Committee for Industrial Organization for seeking favors from the government as a reward for a half million dollar Democratic contribution. He warns against a separate labor party and questions motives of political ambition. Green blasts CIO policies as autocratic and blames them for the steel strike’s failure.
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American Federation of Labor Today
John L. Lewis Committee For Industrial Organization
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Sky Island mice lure clues on Grand Canyon isolation
GRAND CANYON Ariz Sept 17 Two leaf eared mice captured on Shiva Temple summit will be compared with canyon rim specimens to gauge isolation of the Sky Island. Edwin D McKee reports few traps yielded but findings may prove significant if rim and lost forest differ. Dr Harold E Anthony continues search atop the plateau with signs of early visitation noted.
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Former Nova Scotia Premier resigns party leadership
Gordon S. Harrington, former Nova Scotia premier, resigns today as leader of the province's conservative party. He notes he lost his seat in the June election and says he can no longer be useful to the party.
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Montana Weekend Weather Forecast
The Montana forecast calls for generally fair conditions Saturday and Sunday with cooler air in the western portion on Saturday. Strong sun and higher afternoon highs are expected in eastern areas while western regions see cooler highs and lighter winds.
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Roosevelt to Undertake Northwest Trip Including Yellowstone
President Roosevelt announced he will leave Hyde Park midweek for a west coast journey via Washington and Seattle. He will visit Yellowstone Park and inspect major federal projects such as Bonneville Fort Peck and Grand Coulee dams, accompanied by Mrs. Roosevelt and their daughter Mrs. Boettiger. Itinerary remains flexible with no formal speeches planned and final details pending unforeseen developments.
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Schacht Said to Lose Nazi Finance Posts in Shakeup
Berlin Sept 17 The long cited reports of Hjalmar Schacht losing influence in Nazi finance appear confirmed as the minister of economics is in Italy on a private trip. Government officials say Schacht no longer holds sway and indications point to his departure from both the ministry and the Reichsbank where he is president. A week earlier reports circulated that he resigned after disputes over armament and public spending.
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Constitution Day Talks Revive Court Issue Debate
The Associated Press reports Constitution Day observances rekindling debate over Roosevelt's Supreme Court plan. Ickes attacks the court calling it a "super-government" while supporters defend the judiciary's role in line with the Constitution. Senator Vandenberg features in continued coverage.
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Kidnapping of Rich Resort Owner Revealed in Cave Captivity
New York reports an apartment-house janitor arrested for abducting Julius Redlich, 60, Wingdale resort operator and wine importer, who was held eight hours in a hand dug cave near Millbrook. The suspect, Frank Hanawald, 25, demanded 5000 dollars but released Redlich for nothing.
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Tammany Falls Under Flood of Mahoney Voted
In New York on September 17 the Democratic primary produced a pro Roosevelt surge as Jeremiah Mahony defeated Senator Copeland by about two to one for the party nomination. La Guardia led the Republican field with a strong showing while write ins boosted the mayor's bid. Copeland conceded defeat and may not run on an independent ticket as the Democratic party fields shift in advance of the November mayoralty election.
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Identity of Skeleton in Butte Yard Remains Unsolved
Authorities say the buried skeleton found behind the Albert Backer home may never reveal its identity. A rusted axe and two shoes, one woman's and one man's, were found with the remains. Neighbors recall no missing person matches as more bones are unearthed by local workers digging a sewer ditch.
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Roosevelt Pushes Court Reform in Constitution Anniversary Speech
President Roosevelt renewed his call for a revived Supreme Court during the Constitution anniversary observance. He warned social reform foes and urged fealty to the Constitution over its interpreters. Thousands gathered near the Washington Monument as speculation swirled about Democratic opposition.
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Army Engineers Plan Hearing on State Projects
Congressman James F. O Connor said War department engineers will hold a Billings hearing on October 14 1937 to study flood control and water resource development on the Yellowstone river basin. Capt Herbert B Loper will preside and the hearing will welcome state county town local associations and federal agencies. Written views on project feasibility may be submitted.
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Wide Search For Missing Racing Yacht Endeavor I
Boston reports a wide sea search for the British racing sloop Endeavor I, separated from the Viva in a Monday gale. Coast guard cutters sweep hundreds of square miles north of New England while a seaplane scouts the Atlantic for the 20 crew aboard. Captain Wallace Grint fears a 15 fathom hawser may have pulled the vessel under in the storm.
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