Nazi Threats Multiply As Finland Rally Looms Near Murmansk
A wary assessment warns that Adolf Hitler aims a two pronged assault, with heavy German forces massed in Finland to strike Murmansk while Soviet defenses under Marshal Timoshenko brace the Caucasus front. The struggle presses USSR toward possible bread and supplies shortages, even prompting thoughts of aid from the United States.
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Murmansk
United Nations
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Europe
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Russia
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Ukraine
Arkansas Negro Vote Up to Judges
In Arkansas the fate of black voters in the Democratic preferential primary next Tuesday hinges on local judges and clerks, with party rules restricting membership to white electors. Chairman Barrett said rules will be followed. June Wooten cited a 1930 Supreme Court ruling upholding Black voting rights in a separate context.
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Arkansas
Joe C. Barrett
Democratic State Committee
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June P. Wooten
Pulaski
Democratic Committee
U.S. Supreme Court
Army Investigates Bomber Crash Off Tampa Bay
Army authorities probed the crash of a medium bomber that plunged into Tampa Bay during a routine training flight from MacDill Field. Six men died including Sgt. James D. Deaton Jr., 23, of Henderson Texas. The incident occurred shortly after takeoff.
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Senate Considers Cargo Plan amid Shipyard and Steel Shortage
Senate committee led by Chairman Harry S. Truman will open a three way inquiry into feasibility of cargo aircraft, Higgins shipyard contract cancellations, and steel shortages. Andrew Jackson Higgins and Maritime Commission officials will testify on 200 Liberty ship contracts and shipyard issues. The hearings aim to address rising sinkings of American cargo vessels and delayed shipbuilding.
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Andrew J. Higgins
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Harry S. Truman
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Maritime Commission
Ickes Named Fishery Coordinator for War Effort
President Roosevelt designated Secretary Ickes as fishery coordinator in an executive order using war powers. The role aims to develop and sustain aquatic food supplies vital to the war effort and to coordinate policies and programs affecting fisheries and aquatic foods across the United States and territories.
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Secretary of the Interior
Harold L. Ickes
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