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ROOSEVELT WASHINGTON

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Washington, To-day. President Boosevelt at press conference yesterday stated he would be glad to discuss foreign affairs with Mr. Wendel Willkie, Republi- can presidential candidate.

President Roosevelt, also indicated hcreased appropriations would be sought for the Army but offered suggestions regarding the Such additional funds, he intimated; would be used to place large orders for defence equipment. — Reuter. Direct Blow To Hitler

London; To-day. The nomination of Mr. Wendel Willkie by the Republican National Convention at Philadelphia is regard ed in informed circles in London

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a direct blow to Hitler, states Reu- ter's diplomatic correspondent.

Ever since the war Nazi propaganda machine In United States has done everything Isola. in Its power to strengthen *tionist sentiment in America but met despite all its efforts it has with a major setback, Nomination of à candidate so friendly to the cause of Democracy in Europe as Mr. Willkie has shown himself to be must be a source great pleasure to Britain.-Reuter Senator McNary To Stand For Vice-President

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PHILADELPHIA, TO-DAY::

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He was replying to a question at his daily press conference whether it would permit the United States to

detain such vessels as the Normandie.

In the event of questions arising about certain vessels, the President explained, authorisation would enable the local harbour officials to shift clearance to responsibility of the Washington.-Reuter.

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FIRST BALLOT AT THE REPUB- LICAN NATIONAL CONVENTION YESTERDAY; HE WAS ELECTED BY A LANDSLIDE VOTE.

Mr. McNary, who is known for his did he liberal views, had declared not want the nomination but was will- ing to accept if forced to. Telephon- ing from Washington, he immediate- ly accepted.

The only other vice-presidential nominees were Representative Dewey, Short (Missouri) and Senator Bridges (New Hampshire).

Mr.

The official list showed that WAS NOMINATED FOR NcNary polled, 890. votes, Mr. Short THE VICE-PRESIDENCY IN THE 108 and Mr. Bridges 2.-Reuter.

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Ths "China Mail" was officially informed at 11.30 a.m. to-day that ar- rangements are being made for the evacuation of the wives and fami- lies of the naval and military establishments: "early next week" and it is hoped to make ar- rangements for everyone. else concerned in the Government's plans by Friday?

In connection with the registra- tion of women and children for evacuation; it is officially stated that those who have changed their addess since registration must notify the PM G. of both old and address since registration must be informed immediately of any change of address.

Pelplifg, To-day:

"A hand grenade of the Mills type was thrown through the north-east gate of the British Em- bassy compound close to guardroom in the early hours yesterday morning, g

The grenade exploded witha deafening din and slightly injur- ed a Chinese employee. There were no other casualties. Only material damage was the wreck- ing of a dustbin and several win- dows were shattered.

A hand grenade of similar type was discovered outside the west gate of the Embassy a week ago.. Perpetrator of the outrage has not yet been apprehended-Reu- ter.

Arthur Edward Smith, sailor, was charged before, HG. Sheldon, K.C. this mo with (a) possession of + (a 42 automatic pistol) wi licence (b) discharging a firearm within 200 yards of a dwelling i.e. inside the Soldiers and. Sailors Home and (c) causing annoyance to a passer-by.

The passer-by received a graz ed wound across the head and still in hospital.

Sgt. Bentley asked for a week's remand, which was granted.

It is understood that the Japan- ese forces on the border are to occupy Shataukok to-day. Re- ports-from-the border Indicate no other change in the situation. Everything is quiet. The total number of Japanese troops along exceed, ac- frontier does not cording to reliable estimates, 1,000 men.

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