Roosevelt Plans for Defence Two Island Air Bases in the Pacific
Washington reports that US defence plans call for converting two Pacific islands into air bases with Alaska serving as a staging point. The programme proposes by June 1941 building two battleships and fortifying defenses, while relief and spending measures aim to ease inflation and debt, with regulatory reforms to cut costs and boost prices.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
United States
Pacific
Alaska
Goering Appointed War Industries Director
London reports Marshal Goering has been named Supreme Director of War Industries to unify economic policy for a four year plan. The move concentrates war economy, aims to wage long conflict, and coordinate war and economic departments. Berlin consultations with Hitler are noted, with talk of inflation control and severe taxation shaping the regime’s strategy.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London
Fir
Marshal Goering
Marthe Goering
Erphasiae
General Council
Gneeing
Hitler
Berchtesgaden
Berlin
von Nelrath
German Ship S228 at Boston and Barbour crisis unfolds
A German steamer of about 4,700 tons was intercepted at Boston by authorities amid a Barbour crisis. Details are incomplete due to damaged text. The event centers on a German vessel in Boston harbor and ensuing actions by local officials.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
York
Barbour Critien
Bostes
Minister of Supply Appointment Necessary
Lord Willingdon departs for New Zealand as government sources confirm a minister of supply appointment remains necessary for wartime logistics and defense production.
Hungarian Italian Talks Signal Balkan Peace Outlook
Foreign correspondents see possible impact on balance of power as Hungary and Italy plan meetings. Cosky to meet Italian Foreign Minister Count Clano to discuss Italy’s stance on the war and its Italo German relations.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mr. Chamberlain
Lord Halifan
Signor Mansolini
Italy
SI Duce
Count Giano
Cosky
Count Clano
Gtornale
Ttaly
Western Front Patrols Active On Front Lines
Paris reports patrols across the Western Front engaging German forces. A mobile detachment ambushed enemy troops and took prisoners while French reconnoitered 280 calles into Germany. German aircraft over northern France violated Belgium territory on the way. French penetration into German territory surged, demonstrating gaps between German posts. French patrols inflicted heavy casualties in two skirmishes, with no French losses recorded.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Paris
Peisoners
Pignex
Germany
France
Rome
Pressure on Reds Continues in Europe War Tension
Berlin reports say Germany believes the United States will abstain from aiding Finland as the war rages. The commentary notes U.S. Congressional rebuffs and President Roosevelt facing German pressure amid the European conflict.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London
Berlin
Roosevelt
U.S.A
Herrther
Germany
United States
Finland
Rounds Up in Dublin Terrorism Raid and Restrictions
Police and soldiers raid Dublin targeting prominent Republicans while the government imposes strict controls on documents and images. One terrorist reportedly carried 8000 dollars. Opposition vows to grant necessary powers, and 5000 special constables with rifles are prepared amid fears of Republican incursions into Ulster.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dublin
Ffort
Mtr. Boland
Dall
Finns Still Advance In Finnish Soviet War Report
Finnish forces push forward near Talvjarvi and Kudajargi as Russians face possible annihilation north of Lake Ladoga. A Helsinki communique says the front line remains unchanged while battles continue. Finnish recapture near Ruin is noted and railway disruptions around Murmansk-Leningrad impact the region. The Paris radio cites American air support reaching Finland this month amid ongoing heavy air and ground actions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London
Talvjarvi
Kinntnjarvi
Lake Ladoga
Kudajargi
Eualainena
Sala
Iida
Ago Wa Ozeh
Jay
Britain to Take Over Shipping Enters February Plan
The British Government will requisition all deep sea ships registered in the United Kingdom and Dominions starting February. The policy covers vessels docking at British ports after that date. The Ministry of Shipping and shipowners officials held a conference to arrange details. The move aims to concentrate control in one department to boost efficiency.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London
United Kingdom
Dominions
Ministry of Shipping
War Cabinet approves £10,000 relief grant for Turkey
The War Cabinet approved a 10000 pound grant for relief efforts in Turkey. The Finnish Red Cross Society also received allocated funds as part of overseas humanitarian support.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Melbourne
War Cabinet
Hae
Turkey
Red Cros Society
Soviet espionage rings traced in Sweden report
Police uncovered a broad Soviet spy operation active in Stockholm with a radio network aiding movement tracking and smuggling to Finland. Intercepted mail and peasant unrest were noted, with several leaders tied to the O.G.P.U. and Hungarian sources claiming arrests and executions amid a crackdown.
Tacoma Crew Attempts Escape From Interned Ship
Five members of the Tacoma crew of a German supply ship interned in Montevideo attempted to escape by sea. Police recaptured them after a chase, with reports noting the men aimed to reach Germany aboard the freighters Quit and Jtogots from Guayaquil.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Montevideo
Frilay
Tacoma
Jtogots
Guayaquil
Ttie
Germany
Germany to Launch Spring Drive
The report discusses Germany preparing a spring offensive, with emphasis on strategic goals and potential Allied responses. Lord Lothian weighs the risk of a German push, noting Britain’s resolve and the danger of overconfidence if Germany believes it can seize power or threaten peace.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Blatt
Quadruplets Born in Cairo Family Ties Grow
In Cairo on Friday Mahan Saghata aged 25 and her husband at a bank welcomed female quadruplets. This adds to their existing family of triplets.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cairo
Mahan Saghata
Bankare
Bevin Government Clarifies German Blockade Exports
A Beunh Government note to Washington stresses that exports to Germany from America will be free of export control only in exceptional circumstances. The State Department received the message, details of export restrictions remain under scrutiny.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Beuinh
State Department
Washington
America
Ebm
Incomplete German Inquiry Report on Sinkings
Fragmented excerpts from a German inquiry into sinkings are presented as possibly favorable to German claims. The source notes cautious interpretation by official quarters in Washington and London, suggesting the intelligence may be shaped to support Germany’s stance ahead of a formal report.
Floods Devastate Europe Striking Turkey and Anatolia
The report notes broad flooding across Europe with mentions of Turkey and Anatolia severely affected. Widespread inundation disrupts towns, roads, and homes as authorities study damage and coordinate relief efforts. Strong entities include Turkey and Portugal as affected regions.
Roosevelt nominates court and attorney general picks
President Roosevelt has named nominees for key judicial and legal positions. Br Hobart and Denaral stand as Attor candidates, with among others Aldenbehtaibiral Ina and Jamon Ni cited in the appointments. The report notes attention to the U S Canada jurisdiction and Afro justice avenues.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Roosevelt Ter Afr
Jamon ‘Ni
Muaband
Ci Works
Cohen Ir
As i
Canada
Mueyhny
Ina
Hobart
Denaral
Also Mentioned on This Page
Hfenders
Thurnley
Island
The
Beths
Goering
War Industries
Europe
Boston
Minister OF Supply
Lord Willingdon
New Zealand
Wei
San Remo Visit
Viet
Western Front
ERMAN
Alf
Bath House
Dillon
Trinh
Dlater
Ulster
Russia
Murmansk-Leningrass
Tenat
Tony Ome Ng
Kola Peninnu
Nusmians
Huake
Britain
Stockholm
Swedish Communiste
Anima’tion
Petsunio
O.G.P.U0
Mubmanale
Chicago
Lord Lothian
Basle
Bataan
Torling
Inancial Chrates
Istanbul
Lal Tupmay
Seth
Abemebinur
Supertad
Ormange
Tatey
Tureey
Athenia
Propa
Adantla
Longon
Omoial
Sanden
Washington Magenes
Pelte
Etek Boeseletae
Anatolia
Gerentie
Reine Caueed
Spa
Portugal
Wails Ta
Aman Square
USA
This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!