Russians Claim Success Against Finns in Suomussalmi Fight
A British United Press dispatch from Wiipur reports Russian air and artillery activity around Finnish positions. Moscow’s latest communique claims no frontline progress but notes skirmishes, claims one plane failed to return, and asserts heavy Finnish losses. Observers in Stockholm warn European leaders of grave anxiety amid stalled negotiations and continued bombardments near Lake Ladoga.
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United Press
Wiipur
Moscow
Moscow Com Musique
Suomussalmi
Wier
hThp
Ares Iooth
Lake Ladoga
Mney
Guiecir
Australians Form Sunderland Flying Boat Squadron
Airmen under Cameron of Melbourne disembark at a southern port to man the Sunderland flying boat squadron within Royal Air Force Coastal Command. Officers are at base. arrivals head to war stations after a belated Christmas dinner, as Australia prepares a potent maritime air response in Europe.
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Melbourne
Sunderland Flying Boat Squadron
Royal Air Force Coastal Command
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Loria
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Europe
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Quote on King's quotation sparks debate in Brisbane
Brisbane authorities will not give a chief yesterday on origin who can enlighten us. The text asks who knows and questions the quotation attributed to a king. It discusses faith, duty, and walking into the unknown with guidance from God.
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Lindon
Brisbane
Christmas Broadcast Great Feat At Hearthsides
Christmas Eve program features Cuarter and special serve London with representatives from all parishes. Armnine te the hearthsides Katones te halted tot talib. A concert follows the show with vocalists and choirs, ending with community praise and a strong message of unity.
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Cuarter
London
Peeemlinie
Brilons
Anne
Record Surfers But Few In Trouble
Surfers faced light trouble as events unfolded in Queensland and New South Wales yesterday. A small crowd gathered at the beach while officials reported a quiet day with limited incidents and no serious injuries.
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Queensland
South Wales
Neuer
al Firma Beach
Aaverss
Wenewick
Iit
Finnish Front Christmas Eve in Karelia Describes Harsh Battle
Special correspondent Webb Miller reports Finnish troops on the Karelia front enduring 10 degree cold and heavy bombardment on Christmas Eve. He details rations, frostbitten conditions, and aerial observation success as Russians press the center and Finnish counterattacks leave hundreds dead or injured.
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Unnuuly
Webb Miller
British United Press
Othe Strom
Lies Jeratetsiy
Vom
Webn Miller
Iran
Norway Prepares Amid Fear of Major North Sea Battle
Australian dispatch from London reports Foreign Minister Kohh announcing naval movements in the North Sea due to Anglo-German tensions. Norway fears a large sea battle off its waters as naval schedules and duties are adjusted amid sanctions and heightened military alert.
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M. Kohh
Osto
North Sea
Seumas
Norway
Cmy
Navy
New Hope of Composite Government Debate Heats Up
A moving political discourse centers on forming a composite ministry led by a minister for supply. The plan would reshape the cabinet, with Mr Casey and Mr Mennies as key figures. observers worry about a 10/9 approach as Mr Cameron and the Country Party weigh their options to secure a majority in the House and pursue national unity.
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Usd
Casey
Washington
Nopes
Mennies
Cueys
Politien
Menzigs
Sie Gountry
Cameron
Reiner
Cameron Gould
France
Are You Lucky Was Yesterday Your Lucky Day
Photographs of spectators at The Courier Mail and garden competitions at Woody Point and Beechworth show a cash prize of ten awmts. The lucky pictures captured moments of fortune amid resort events yesterday.
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Woody Point
Beechmore
Courier
Police Extend Car Search Across Regions
Police widened a car search across Queensland and New South Wales after a reported incident. Officers checked white suburban vehicles and examined nearby signs and areas for clues as they pursued possible leads.
Menzel Now Ardent Nazi Says His View of War
Crarior Mail reports from London that former Czecho Slovak tennis player Menzel now promotes German propaganda on the radio. He describes his 1944 Australia tour, the hospitality he received, and his critical views of Allied nations. He recalls Christmas in Australia and claims Germany’s stance was to place priority on victory. A related fire incident near Beechworth is noted with casualties and property loss.
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London
Rodserich’ Menzel
Germany
Auatraliana
Vatneria
Severitas
Yellow Creek
Beechworth
Peetsness
Henry Ford Gave Soviet Experts Marching Orders
The report quotes Henry Ford urging Soviet experts to adopt American methods as a model for progress. It notes mixed reactions among Americans about communism, the war’s direction, and the role of the United States in countering Communist influence abroad.
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Siniauin
Ruvssiaye
Henry Ford
Bride Killed Day After Wedding Near Corio
Mrs Ivy Grace Vermier 25 wife of George Vermier died after a car crash on the Melbourne Geelong road near Corio while travelling to Apollo Bay for their honeymoon. Mr Vermier suffered a fractured jaw and other injuries and was admitted to Geelong hospital.
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Ivy Grace Vermier
George Vermier
Apollo Bay
Melbourne
Geelong
Corio
Vermier
Grelong Hospital
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