Wounding of Japan’s fascist baron by secret assassin
Baron Kiichiro Hiranuma 75, Japan’s noted fascist figure, was wounded at his suburban home by Naohiko Ishiyama, a 33 year old alleged Black Dragon member. Ishiyama entered by ruse, drew a pistol, and fled after being confronted by guards. Officials say the wound to Hiranuma’s neck was not serious, though reports differ on eye and other injuries. Police questioned Ishiyama to determine motive and possible political ties.
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Robert Bellaire
Tokyo
U.P
Baron Kiichiro Hiranuma
Japan
Black Dragon Secret Society
Naohiko Ishiyama
Baron Hiranuma
Ishiyama
Okayama
Kichisaburo Nomura
Washington
Assessment Of Social Funds Gets Approval
Secretary Morgenthau approves proposals to raise social security assessments as part of inflation control. The Treasury studies three revisions: broaden coverage to include more workers, raise the contribution rate, or adopt a separation wage to cushion unemployment after defense programs end.
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Washington
Secretary of Treasury
Henry Morgenthau Jr
Morgenthau
Treasury
United States
Trading in Sugar Futures Suspended Indefinitely
The New York Coffee and Sugar Exchange halted trading in domestic sugar futures indefinitely at the request of Price Administrator Leon Henderson. World contract trading continues. Domestic sugar prices had climbed to four year highs despite quota efforts and a 3.50 cents per pound price ceiling on spot raw sugar took effect today.
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New York
U.P
New York Coffee & Sugar Exchange
Leon Henderson
GPACS
Indian aeronautical institute sells student gliders to clubs
Gliders built by students at an Indian aeronautical training institute will be sold first to clubs and then offered to the public. The move aims to clear inventory and support club activities while providing accessible aircraft for enthusiasts.
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Aeronautical Training Institute
India
Note Explaining Why He Took Pocketbook Lands Man In Jail
Phoenix Aug 14 A thief who wrote a note explaining why he took a woman's purse was jailed after police handwriting expert C B Arnold had him write a few words on paper. The note exposed his motive and led to arrest as a suspect yesterday.
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Phoenix
C. B. Arnold
Arnold
Suspect Admits Guilt in Theft Case
The handwriting matches a note explaining the theft and the suspect, who had pleaded innocence, now admits guilt according to Arnold.
Motorcycle Desk Invented in Grand Rapids
Patrolman Joseph Fischer developed a patented desk that fits between the handlebars of a motorcycle. The device arose after wind scattered his notes and maps, inspiring a compact desk designed for on the move use.
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Grand Rapids
Mich
W.P
Joseph Fischer
Flagstaff Tax Levy Slightly Reduced in 1941
Flagstaff residents will pay a combined tax levy of $5.1884 per $100 of assessed valuation in 1941, down 30 cents from $5.4898 last year. The state and county rates total about $1.72 in combined taxes, with county assessed valuation at $15,307,877, down from $15,694,407. Williams residents will pay.
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Flagstaff
Williams
Local rate changes show Fredonia totals rise
The report notes a price shift with amounts at $4.0175 versus $3.6627 and a combined rate in Fredonia climbing to $6.0241 from $5.7339, reflecting a broader pricing adjustment.
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Fredonia
Murdock’s Son Drafted in Army
David N. Murdock, son of Rep. John R. Murdock, was among 118 men inducted into the Army in Phoenix this week. His brother John M. serves as a lieutenant in the signal corps, performing special work at Fort Monmouth New Jersey.
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Phoenix
Army
David N. Murdock
John R. Murdock
John M
Signal Corps
Fort Monmouth
N.J
Driver Jailed On Reckless Charge In City Court
Bud Newton aged 33 of 1018 East 22nd street was fined 50 dollars and jailed 30 days for reckless driving after pleading guilty to driving without lights on South Sixth avenue near 17th street. He claimed he was fixing them. Police said the car weaved. Newton had prior arrests for similar charges in 1936 and 1941. John E. Russell, 38, rural route 3, was fined 30 dollars or 30 days in jail for reckless driving near Broadway and South Sixth avenue. Andy James notes coyotes are valued at 100 dollars each for their role in protecting crops.
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Bud Newton
East 22Nd Street
Paul Cella
Newton
South Sixth Avenue
17Th Street
Cella
John E. Russell
Broadway
A. M
Andy) James
Dallam County
James
Rancher Likes Coyotes in West Texas
Dalhart Texas United Press report notes a rancher’s fondness for coyotes in the distant West Texas region. The item highlights a local rural sentiment and mentions ongoing hunting culture, reflecting regional attitudes toward predators.
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Coyotes Dalhart, Tex
West Texas
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