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Evening star., 1938-08-07
JAPANESE STRIKE
HANK0W AIR BASE
Is Planes and Numerous
Airdromes Destroyed,
Navy Reports.
~ the Associated Press,

=
SHANGHAI, Aug. I Csunday).-
The Japanese Navy announced to-
day that Its air force had struck a
fatal blow" at Chinas aerial de-
lenses at Hankow. provisional capital
in the heart of Central China.
Japanese said an air raid Satur-
day destroyed IS Chinese planes on
the ground at Hankow and wiped out
fuel and ammunition warehouses.
The Japanese asserted further that
navy flyers raided many widely
separated military establishments
throughout the lower Yangtze River
Valley and that Japanese warships
had fought their way up the river to
within ITO miles OF Hankow.
The warships were reported she'll
ing Chinese positions on both banks
near Lungsping. while Chinese shore
batteries poured out a return fire.
All reports seemed to indicate the
Japanese were pouring out all their
offensive strength in an attempt to
gain a good foothold in the Yanetze
above Kiukiang. which they have not
yet done. Kiukiane. 1875 miles from
Hankow, was captured July rs.
In the vicinity Of Kiukiang, Japa-
nese stated the Chinese were con-
centrating large numbers Of troops.
Evening star., 1938-08-07
BROWNING WILL ABIDE
BY ELECTION RESULTS
Statement of Defeated Governor
Candidate Ends Speculation
over Future Course.
b. sthe Associated Press.

over tuture Course.
b the Associated Press.
NASHVILLE. Tenn. Aug. s-Gov,
Gordon Browning said in q statement
today he would "cheerfully abide by
the results" of the Democratic pri-
mary. in which he was defeated by
Prentice Cooper for the gubernatorial
nomination.
Il publicly congratulate my sue
cessful opponent" Gov. Browning
said. wish him much strength and
courage which he will need, and re-
afarm my unbiased devotion to the
State of Tennessee. II have
given the people Of my State faithful
and proper administration Of their
affairs.
The advancement made in this re-
gard will always be a source of great
pride to me. The people will all know
the truth in due time. am content
with the verdict Of the people always.
can smilingly step aside with clear
conscience and a clean record know
ing that I kept every pledge made.
and with heart full OF gratitude for
the faithful friends who have fought
my battles and trusted me-"
BrovninE's statement ended specu-
lation as to the course to be followed
by opponents Of Mr.. Cooper. who won
with the support of National Commit
teeman e. H. Crump and his Memphis
organization.
Evening star., 1938-08-07
CONDOR |SPO|SED
F0RFL|GHT T0U.S.
Departure, Originally Set for
Today, Is Delayed Until
Tomorrow.
By the Associated Press.

By the Associated Press.
BREMEN. Germany, Aug. 6.-Ger-
manys latest, fastest and largest ALL
metal land plane, . 26-passenger,
four-motM ed monoplane Of the Con-
dor type. stood in its Bremen airport
hangar tonight poised for 4 nonstop
flight to New York.
It's departure originally was set for
tomorrow morning, but was postponed
at least until Monday. Apparently
delay arose in connection with the
crew or cargo.
The delay gave rise to two uncon-
firmable rumors. one that some ex-
ceptionaliy distinguished German was
considering flying As the only passen.
ger. and the other that the plane would
carry ar important message.
Preparations Kept Secret.
Prepa' ations for the flight had been
made in secrecy. and leaked out only
after word came from Washington
that the flight was about to be UNDER
taken and that a permit had been
granted for the plane to land in
Alaska ana the United States.
The plane. popularity known As the
Condor ana technically as the FW
200 type. is Diesel-powered, q product
Of the Focke-Wulf1 Airplane Co. here.
The four engines, s70-horsepower
machines built in Bavarian motor
works, were checked over carefully to
insure their usual performance giving
an average speed of $40 miles an hour
and a maximum of 270.
The big planes smokers cabin for
nine guests and non-smokers' COM
partment for II were made shipshape
to make the best possible impression
on its arrival in the United States.
Although news OF the proposed
flight s+ready is common knowledge
in the United States, the German
public has not the faintest idea Ger
many is bidding for international rec
ognition as factor in transatlantic
mail and possibly passenger service
OF the future.
Reticence Is Ordered.
Orders at the Focke-Wuln plant
were to withhold all news until the
plane reaches New York. The reti-
cence was believed due to the fact
that enormous advance publicity had
been given out concerning an attempt
June ~ to fly a Condor plane to
Cairo, Egypt. and back in one day.
The plane. similar to the one set
for the New York hop. reached Cairo.
1872 miles from Berlin, in slightly
under II hours. but on the return
trip developed wireless trouble and
landed at Salonika, Greece.
The opinion Is general in aviation
circles that a successful flight to
New York and speedy return to Ger
many will be a forerunner Of a round
the-world flight later. although the
air ministry denies such . trip is
contemplated.
Evening star., 1938-08-07
president HEADS
TOWARD FLORIDA
Roosevelt Praises Officials
of Panama Canal Zone
in Message.
BY the Associated Press,

by the AsSoclAted Press.
ABOARD u S. S. HOUSTON, OFF
OLD PROVIDENCE ISLAND, Ba.
harnas, Aug. 6-President Roosevelt
headed toward Pensacola, Fla, tonight
on the last leg Of vacation cruise.
which started three weeks ago today.
The homeward run is slightly more
than 1,l00 miles The Houston left Old
Providence shortly after s pm. EAST
ern standard time).
Earlier. Mr.. Roosevelt praised off,
cials Of the Panama Canal Zone in
message to Gov. Clarence s. Ridley
and commanders Of the defense forces.
He said
Il am increasingly impressed with
the fine understanding of the vital
importance Of the canal and its efi-
cient operation and protection by the
various services represented
Il was impressed anew yesterday
with the constant improvement OF the
canal facilities smart appearance and
military bearing Of our forces stationed
in the zone.
will you express to those response
BILE my admiration and Appreciation"
260-Mile Run From Colon.
The President and his party arrived
of Old Providence Island shortly after
1890 am. tE. S. T) following 2e0-
mile overnight run from Colon, C. q.
Mr.. Roosevelt dispatched the mes
sage before leaving the ship to try his
luck with rod and reel, taking advan-
tage Of the last day allowed by his
vacation itinerary for fishing.
1t was his first visit to Old Provi-
dence, 18th century rendezvous Of Sir
Harry Morgan and his buccaneers In
the waters hereabouts Morgan gath.
cred his forces for the attack on Pam
anna, the sacking Of Porto Bello. Pan
anna, and his march across the 18TH
mus, which resulted in the capture Of
Panama City from the Spanish.
Old Providence Island is a posses-
sion Of Colombia. and the Colombian
destroyer Caldas greeted President
Roosevelt. Military honors and OH
cial visits were exchanged between the
naval vessels.
Evening star., 1938-08-07
VOTE PROBER SEES
-NOCONTESTSY YET
Preliminary Reports Fail to
Justify Action, Sheppard
Says.
Nv the Associated Press.

BY the Associated Press.
Preliminary reports brought to the
Senate Campaign Expenditures Com
mittee by its investigators indicate no
candidate has been connected suf-
ficiently with any charges to justify
an election contest before the Senate"
Senator Sheppard, Democrat. Of Texas,
chairman of the committee, said yes
terday.
The Senator's reference to prelimi-
nary reports indicated final reports
might tell different story.
Previously the committee had said
In an official announcement that its
investigation Of conditions in Tennes-
see indicated such contest might de-
velop there. 1t also had hinted broad
ly at the possibility OF contest grow
ing out of the senatorial primary in
Kentucky yesterday.
Senator Sheppard said that If evi-
dence were discovered connecting a
candidate directly with election irregu-
larities, it probably would be turned
over to the Senate Privileges and Elec-
tions Committee. This action would
be taken in addition to making the
Campaign Expenditures Committees
required report to the Senate, he indi-
Gated.
The Campaign Committee, which
has investigators busy in eight States,
expects to receive final reports on
their inquiries into Tennessee and
Arkansas primary campaigns next
week, the chairman said. The Arkan-
sas report is scheduled tomorrow,
that on Tennessee a day or two later
Other States in which committee
investigators are working include
PENNSYLVANIA, Kentucky, Georgia. Illi-
nois, California and Indiana, Senator
Sheppard said.
The committee received report
from John E. Myers, treasurer OF the
Earle Jones Campaign Committee in
Pennsylvania, listing expenditures of
S160,996. unpaid bills of $6l,034 and
contributions of $l6l. .34s.
Senator Sheppard said the COM
mittee was awaiting statement by
Gov. George H. Earle. the Democratic
senatorial nominee in Pennsylvania,
listing Gov Earle's expenditures sepa-
rateiy. Inc Myers report covered
contributions and expenditures for a
four-place ticket and provided no
breakdown for the senatorial race
alone.
Evening star., 1938-08-07
On Training Cruise.

CHARLESTON, S. c.. Aug. 6 R.-
Approximately 500 enlisted men and
80 officers of the sixth. seventh and
eighth naval districts, Naval Reserve,
left Charleston this afternoon aboard
the battleship Arkansas for q training
cruise of two weeks in Caribbean
waters.
Units from Birmingham. Atlanta
Jacksonville. Miami. Georgetown and
Charleston boarded the warship.
Evening star., 1938-08-07
Readers Guide
News Summary
The Sunday Star. Aug. !. 1898.
PART ONE.
Main NetDS Section.

FOREIGN.
Russians repulsed in attack on hill,
Japanese report. Page Al
u s. and Soviet renew trade pact for
year. Page Az
German Condor plane poised for flight
to United States. Page Az
Japan reports destruction OF Hankow
air base Page AZ
Poland rallies small powers to peace
by neutrality. Page Al
Britain and France counter Reich in
Balkans. Page Al
Mining industry injured by new Mex
ican tax. Page ALI
NATIONAL. =
No Senate candidates implicated sum-
GENTLY yet in probes. Page Al
Corriean reviews Fighting Irish" of
famed 69th Infantry. Page A-3
"Shakedown' of U. S. workers charged
by G. o. P. committee. Page A
WASHINGTON AND VICINITY.
Detective recognizes race-track winner
as Washington fugitive. Page Al
Five children hurt as traffic safety
plans are pushed. Page Al
School Board submits budget estimates
totaling $l8.923,ll0. Page Al
Plane lands safely with damaged wheel
at College Park. Page Al
Plans for opera at Water Gate are
abandoned Page B-1
Fight for Aliens job open as he ad-
heres to resignation Page B-1
Civil service personnel administration
program mapped Page B-1
Virginia bar moves to take judges out
Of politics. Page b.
Sasscer replies to Jackson's charge Of
mud singing. Page B-3
Greenbelt residents to buy and run
all community stores. Page B-1
Prince Georges seeks $l,400.000 in
P. w. A. funds. Page B-l
SPORTS.
Cochrane is deposed as Tiger manager,
Baker taking reins. Page Al
Leonard pitches great game as Mats
beat Cnisox, IL. Page b.
1nter-American Horse Show carries on
without Army aid. Page b.
Armstrong; harder punch is seen as
edge ovel Ambers. Page BIS
Tough week ahead of Federal golfers
in Stai tournament. Page B-9
Ell Chico bl eaks track mark in taking
Saratoga Special. Page Bio
Washington sailors attracted to two
Maryland regattas. Page Bill
MISCELLANY.
Obituary Page A-10
Travel and resorts. Pages B.4-5
Evening star., 1938-08-07
THOMAS WEEMS WINS
PISCATAWAY TOURNEY
Miss Dolly Sasscer Chosen Queen
at st. Mary's Catholic
Church Affair.
Special Dispa tch to The Star.

special Dispatch to The Star.
PISCATAWAY, Md. Aug. g.
Thomas Weems Of Prince Frederick,
Nd. riding a. the Knight of the Lucky
Strike, defeated ]. F. Love, riding a
the Knight of Prince Georges County,
for first prize in the annual tourna-
ment for the benefit Of st. Mary's
Catholic Church here yesterday.
Miss Dolly Sasscer. daughter Of the
Maryland Democratic gubernatorial
candidate. State Senator Lansdale q.
Sasscer. was chosen as tournament
queen by Mr.. Weens; while Mrs. J. F.
Love was named by her husband as
first maid of honor. Miss Hilda Bland
ford was named second maid Of honor
and Miss Melba Gates third maid Of
honor. The charge to the knights
was given by Delegate L. Harold
Sothoron.
Third and fourth prizes in the
tournament went to Brooke Kirby
and Lawrence Gates, respectively.
Evening star., 1938-08-07
j. S.-SOV|ET TRADE
PACT IS RENEWED
Russians Aim at Purchases
Exceeding S40,0 600, 900
in Coming Year.
BACKGROUND

BACkGROUND-
Economic relations betDeen
United States and the Soviet
Union Uere re0uldrtxed first time
three years ago Nth agreement In
Dhich Russia agreed to purchase
at least 100000 OF American
goods in the ensuing year. A0ree-
nert iDds reneUed in July, 1886,
and the tollo,otno year ,oas erpnnd-
ed to oips Soviet all the benefits OF
the reduction of duties In recip-
rocdl trade agreements. OF which
IL are notO in force.
By the Associated Press.
The United States and Soviet Rus
sia yesterday renewed a commercial
agreement in which the Soviets ex-
pressed the intention Of increasing
their purchases of American goods
beyond . minimum Of $40 0000, 900 q
year.
This minimum was exceeded in the
f1rst nine months Of the year covered
by the previous agreement. which ex-
pired Friday. In this period-the lat
est for which figures are available
American imports OF Russian goods
were $l7,561, 900.
The renewal was effected through
an exchange Of notes At Moscow be-
tween Alexander G. Kirk, the Ameri-
can Charge d'Anaires, and Maxim
Litvinof1, foreign affairs commissar.
Gets Trade Pact Benefits.
In return for the guaranteed Soviet
purchases, this Government gives
Russian imports benefits of the tarin
and other concessions in the recipro-
cal trade treaties already signed with
IT nations.
In extending the agreement, the
United States made q reservation
however. regarding imports Of Soviet
coal, which are limited to 4O0, 900 tons
annually. An American producer
challenged the exemption which has
been granted these imports from the
$2-a-ton excise tax imposed by the
1882 Revenue Act, and the question
was referred to the Treasury for q
decision.
The %00,00o-ton quota was contin-
ued. The State Department noted
Soviet coal shipments actually were
considerably less than this.
The renewal was the third Of an
agreement originally signed in 1885.
Since then. of1icial figures show. the
mutual trade has risen steadily. the
trade balance materially favoring the
United States.
ls32-34 Average &l2 2.000, 900.
Prior to the agreements, in the
three calendar years 1882 to 1894.
inclusive. the Soviet Union bought
from the United States an annual
average Of only $4,000 900 worth of
goods.
The successive agreements, the
State Department said. have provided
basis for the successful expansion
of trade between the two countries al
though the commitments contained in
these agreements probably cannot be
considered entirely responsible for
the trade increases"
In the first two years, the Soviet
guaranteed minimum OF purchases was
$4,000. 900. which was increased by
q third . year ago.
Russia as well as the United States
has profited. the State Department
said. citing record American imports
Of s27,000,o0 worth OF Russian
goods in 1887.
Evening star., 1938-08-07
FARLEY SAYS PRESIDENT
AS POPULAR AS EVER
National Chairman Accompanied
on Trip to Glacier Park by
Senator Wheeler.

Ey tEe ASSoClAteo fTeSs.
GLACIER NATIONAL PARK. Mont,
Aug. 6.-Postmaster General James A.
Farley, eastbound after a trip to
Alaska, said today President Roose-
welt is just as popular as he ever was
and people are just as keenly inter-
ested in his program and policies"
During his two-day stay In this
park the Democratic national chair
man was accompanied by Senator
Wheeler, Montana Democrat, who met
Mr. Farley in Banff, Alberta, and came
here with him.
Mr.. Farley predicted victory for
Democratic candidates In Montana at
the general election. He left tonight
for Duluth, MINI.
Evening star., 1938-08-07
40 MARYLAND YOUTHS
TO MAKE POULTRY TRIPS
Boys to Be Selected Over State for
Attendance at World Congress
in Cleveland.

3. the Associated Press.
COLLEGE PARK. Md. Aug. g.
Forty youths from all sections Of the
State will be selected for attendance
at the seventh Worlds Poultry Con-
gress at Cleveland. it was announced
today As State farm groups made
plans to raise funds for the delega-
tion's expenses.
The youthful delegation. part of
Maryland's long time planning for the
congress next July. will be sponsored
by the Maryland State Poultry Coun-
Gil and the Maryland Poultry Con-
gress Committee.
The youths will be selected from
"A clubs, vocational agriculture
classes, the F. F. A., home economics
classes and Boy Scouts. Each coun-
ty will be represented according to
the relative size of its poultry indus
try. Local committees will be named
to select the delegates
Funds for sending the representa-
tives to the congress will be OBJ
tained from the sale of memberships
in the poultry congress and council,
at 50 each, with so cents allocated to
the expense Golfer.
Evening star., 1938-08-07
VOTE FIGHT IN DOUBT
Naming Robertson Opponent Left
Up to Committee.

HARRIsoNBURo. Va. Aug. 8 tp>.
Seventh district Republicans today
left to the discretion OF the District
Committee the question Of naming q
candidate for Congress to oppose Rep
rescntative A. Willis Robertson. in
cuMbent,
District Chairman w. c. Deming Of
Front Royal said he expected the COM
mittec TO assemble within 4 week
either TO make \ selection or to decide
not 10 name 4 candidate, There are
several available candidates. ne said,
but each wants more time to think
over tho matter
Among those mentioned were former
Representative ]. A, CARRIER and D..
Wampler EArman Of Harrisonburg.
Warren French Of shenandoah County
and G. G. Leap of Wayneshoro. Mr..
Deming said he would not Be Z can.
didats for the nomination.
Evening star., 1938-08-07
SABATTNI TAX RE0PENED
Case Involving Author and His
Advisers Suicide Is Remanded.

NEW YORK. Aug. 6 tP.-The
United States Circuit Court of Ap-
peals today remanded for review by
the Board Of Tax Appeals an alleged
failure Of Rafael Sabatini, author Of
many historical romances, to pay Sal
OF in taxes on his income between
1921 and 1929.
The court said in its opinion that
tax adviser" who collected S14,-
679 from Mr.. Sabatini in fees be-
fore committing suicide in 1885 had
submitted numerous forged receipts
to the author purporting to show that
his income tax had been paid.
Evening star., 1938-08-07
CHAPEL AT FORT MEADE
WILL RECEIVE WINDOW
Officers of 313th Infantry to
Dedicate Memorial at Rites
This Morning.
BY stan Correspondent of The Star.

BY staf Correspondent Of The Star.
FORT GEORGE @. MEADE, Nd.
Aug. 6.-Ohicers Of the 3l3th Infantry
will dedicate memorial window in
the post chapel here tomorrow at serv-
ices beginning at 1890 am.
The window will be presented by
Stuart M. Janney, Baltimore attor-
ney, and accepted by Col. Gilbert M.
Allen, infantry, commanding ofYicer
Of Fort Meade.
Senator Millard Z. Tydings will de-
liver an address with the Rev. Frank
c. Rideout, post chaplain, leading the
dedicatory professional and prayer.
The window, Of stained antique
glass, will fit chronologically with
other windows which depict THE Life
and Ministry Of Our Lord" It de-
picts THE Nativity"
Evening star., 1938-08-07
PROGRAM FOR GRANGE
MEETING ARRANGED
Orem and DR.. Steinmeyer Will
Speak in Brandywine, Nd,
Thursday Afternoon.

Special Dispatch to The Star.
BRANDYWINE. Md. August g.
Addresses by Supt Nicholas Orem of
the Prince Georges County Schools
and by DR.. Reuben G. Steinmeyer.
professor of political science at the
University Of Maryland, will be fea-
lures OF the quarterly meeting of the
Prince Georges County Pomona
Grange here Thursday afternoon.
The Brandywine Grange will be host.
The public is invited to the after
noon program. A closed business ses-
sion will be held at 10 am.
Supt. Orem will discuss Character
Education" and DR.. Steinmeyer's topic
will be The European Situation at 4
Glance"
The entertainment program in the
afternoon will be furnished by the
Brandywine Grange. Mrs. Ella @
Nalley Of Mount Rainier, Pomona
Grange lecturer, has arranged the
program.
Evening star., 1938-08-07
KILLED IN PLUNGE
Man Dies in Baltimore After
Seven-Story Fall.

BALTIMORE, Aug. 8 LF.-A man
about 80 years old was killed today in
4 seven-story plunge from the Lex
ington Building. The body fell to the
roof of an adjoining annex. and was
believed to have plummeted from the
18th floor Of the main building.
Police said the name Robert Nc
Kenaie Of Baltimore was on an auto
mobile drivers license found in the
mans pocket. They began an investi-
sation TO establish the mans identity
and circumstances ok his fall.
Evening star., 1938-08-07
FISHER, MISS BAIRD
ENLISTED FOR PAGEANT
Will Participate in Tobacco
Festival Feature to Be Held
in September.

B. STAFF Correspondent Of The Star.
SOUTH BOSTON. Va. Aug. g.
Howle Fisher and Miss Annette Baird.
noted classic and interpretive dancers
will participate In the pageant
masque to be held here September 8
and at the 4th annual National To-
bacco Festival, 1t was announced
today.
Miss Baird. who has recently COM
pleted an engagement with the St.
Louis Opera Company. will aid Mr..
Fisher in training several hundred
dancers for the production. She also
will take an active part In the per.
formance.
Mr. Fisher directed the Bal Boheme
in Washington this year. He has
toured with the Denishawn Company
and was . partner Of Ruth St. Denis.
He also was premier danseur OF the
Metropolitan Opera Company where
ne presented his own creations.
Evening star., 1938-08-07
Lightning Hits Home
And Jolts Firemen
Responding to Call
y tic Associated Press.

~ bIAt hSSCCIALCO 6ISbbs
GAINESVILLE, Ga, Aug. g.
Lightning struck the home Of the
Lester Grants yesterday and they
called the FIRE department.
Assistant Chief Monroe Hope
and Fireman r. Z. Spence sped
toward the scene. Suddenly they
saw flash. felt a terrific Jolt and
heard Z peal Of thunder. Fire
cracked about the metal parts of
the truck.
Lightning had hit it and
knocked of . ladder.
Unhurt, the fremen drove on
to find the only damage at the
Grant home q hole In the wall.
Evening star., 1938-08-07
SHORTER HOURS SOUGHT

NEW YORK, Aug. P1.-Port
agents and National Maritime Union
&C. I. o. officers today recommended
ratification Of q proposed agreement
with the American Merchant Marine
Institute looking toward shortening
hours of stewards on freight ships at
sea and containing a more favorable
hiring hall clause.
The agreement will be submitted to
the 10 ports on the Atlantic and Gulf
Coasts, the union said, for further
discussion and possible ratification.
Evening star., 1938-08-07
Weather Conditions Last 81 Hours.

Weather Conditions Last "a Hours.
Pressure continues low at the mouth Of
Hudson Strait Resolution Island. 20 ~
inches with trough extending southward
and southwestwsrd to Lake Huron. Que
bee: Quebec 1884 inches. Pressure is also
Carolina: Augusta. Ca. % % inches. An
other disturbance OF slisht intensity is
moyins eas,xsrd eyer the s.b psin' Ssrsn
continues high in the .resion Of Bermuda;
g.. Georges. 3O.2. INCHES; and !: high on
Wash. 3O,22 inches and from the st; Law.
rsnee Valley; Fort Nofman District ct o. o.
Southern Manitoba: Minnedosa. 3O.O6
inches During the last - hours local
showers have occurred in Northern Ari-
Sona. Western New Mexico. in the Ohio.
the lower Missouri and the Upper Mis-
sissippi Valleys and in portions Of the
Plains States. the Lakes reeion. the Middle
Atlantic States. Southern New ENGLAND and
the South Atlantic States. Temperature
changes have been unimportant.
T.A
Evening star., 1938-08-07

alarm. mitigated
only by the salts
faction he feels
at having detect
ed the handspring
of the Presidents
concern for 4
Congress elected
that will join with
him in the liberal
measures he con-
ceives as requi-
site, rather than
one that would
oppose anything
advocated by the
administration.
r IN MT MO-
Evening star., 1938-08-07
WEATHER REPORT


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