London Defence Air Raid Measures Defended
London defence measures were defended by the Minister for Home Defence Sir John Anderson who said improvements are planned. He denied that anti air raid measures were relaxed, noted holiday staffing for peak readiness, and promised rapid action to strengthen civil defence with weathering shelters to be ordered and built.
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London
Dewee
Sir John Andenoo
Crit
Switzerland
Rai
Mussolini to Make Heavy Demands in Rome Talks
A Daily Telegraph diplomatic forecast says Mussolini may press for far-reaching German backed demands in 1939 as Chamberlain and Halifax depart for Rome. Berlin signals suggest Germany will support Italy against France. Funk in Rome advances Italo German economic cooperation amid broader Mediterranean and European strategies.
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Daily Telegraph
Mussolini
Rome
Italy
France
Deutsche Allgemeine Zettung
Germany
Ern
Mediterranean
Toportance
Doctor Funk
Adaa Thax
Beck
Hitler
Africa
Western
Europe
Baal Europe
Warsaw
Daily
Telegraph
Poland
East Europe
Empire Defence Opposition To Canadian Participation
In the House of Commons Mr. Wandaworth of the Commonwealth Federation demands a formal pledge that Canada will not enter any empire war without Parliament approval. He disputes PM assurances as unauthorized and notes Mussolini talks with Signor Mussolini aside from broader Italy and Germany actions in Spain. He highlights Britain's stance on Italy France territorial changes and the Jewish refugee settlement issue.
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Ottawa
Manuay
Wandaworth
Commonwealth Federation Party
House of Commons
Canada
Chamberlain
Rome
Mussolini
Spain
Italy
France
Britain
Rlomre
Traffic Control and Political Tensions Across Europe
Rome reports government push for road safety reforms and greater driving control as crisis deepens between states. France and Italy face economic strain and military rhetoric with farmers and colonies signaling readiness to confront fascist aggression. Trade talks shift to Paris as officials seek options to ease tensions and revive dialogue.
Loyalist retreat cited as fronts shift on Segre
The Times reports Spanish Loyalists fall back to a second line along the Segre River near Artena Tarragona road after strong defenses at Balaguer are smashed. 14 villages captured in a day and further advance threatens Tortona. dispatches note uncertain overall progress and 600 Moors cross from Ceuta in response to Franco.
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London
Segre River
Artena
Tarragona Road
Times
Hjendaye
Balaguer
Mont. Blanch
Tortona
United Priaa
Saragossa
Cresure
Minsa
Ceuta
British War Office clarifies Arab Revolt in Palestine
The War Office states there is no organised rebel army in Palestine and that Rebels and peaceful citizens are mixed across the country. It notes 1,000 to 1,500 permanent Rebels, aims to avoid action, and that most violence stems from gangs under arms or local manipulation by figures such as Abdul Rahim Tantarin and others controlled by the Mufti.
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London
Palestine
British War Office
WAR Office
Pra
Abdul Raskiki
Ald
Reenerye
Abdul Rahim
Tantarin
Treis
Chan
Tnd
Eyeange
Hela Regerdad
Propaganda and raids amid arming and reprisals in Jaffe area
The report describes armed factions led by Abdul Rahim Aref Raasim Fassam Balamet and others extorting money, with war office notes on military measures including searches, demolitions, and collective punishment. It details house demolitions and searches targeting rebel-supporting properties, warning residents of execution for interfering, and reports of attackers attempting to flee.
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Jaffe
Abdul Rahim
Aref Raasim
Fassam Balamet
Aref Crasaim
Olimia
Vances
War Office
Suen Py
Lendare
Ares
Vitingas
Yveld
Trade reprisals eyed as Britain weighs Japan move
London observes that the government ponders reprisals against Japan with the exact form undecided. The foreign editor of the News-Chronicle says the policy aims to enhance pressure amid an unofficial boycott of Japanese goods already evident.
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London
Japan
Saga
News-Chronicle
Wheat Market Glut Signals Global Supply Crisis
The International Institute of Agriculture states the world wheat situation is critical due to propaganda causing a mismatch between supply and demand. Portable supplies total 1140 million bushels, the year's maximum, while import demand stands at 840 million. Recovery hinges on reducing prices and consumption.
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Tome
International Institute of Agrulture
Davy Propa
Jim
McDougall to Attend Wheat Conference in London
Mr. F. L. McDougall, economic adviser to the Commonwealth in London, has returned from the United States to attend the wheat conference. He declined to discuss prospects but said Washington is keen on a successful outcome and noted U S interest in improving nutrition to boost public health and ease agricultural trade tensions.
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London
F. L. McDougall
Commonwealth
United States
Associated
Washington
Ima
Associated Press
Steamer Fire Near New Zealand Sparks Rescue Efforts
A New Zealand steamer named Hima take carrying 400 passengers reported a fire beneath the shelter deck. The blaze was brought under control as the ship neared the United States under way with Yamachichi about 800 miles away. A wireless note also indicated another fire aboard the steamer Rimutka with the American motor ship Yomachi remaining on station about 200 miles east of New Zealand ready to assist if needed.
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London
Himatake
Auckland
Panama
United States
Yamachichi
Sydney
Yomachi
New Zealand
Pros Consuls Arrest London in Droubt Inquiry
In a British led inquiry ten officials face charges over the incident involving a mall bag seizure. Jerram travels to Burgos to renew contacts and gather evidence while awaiting pre inquiry for Mr E Gold.
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London
Monan Bir
Udidad
Saint Jean de Rus
MO O'Malley
Soe Fam
Apszure
Jerram
Burgos
E. Gold
Gan Seuas
Plot Against Carol Wembera in London Palace Explosion
Reports from London say a plot led by the Iron Guard aimed at King Cat Rumania sparked an explosion in the palace. The diplomatic observer suggests Tron Guard involvement. Several arrests followed and authorities vow to pursue remaining revolutionaries until the threat is fully neutralized.
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London
Tursuay
Cat Rumania
Itim
Tron Guard
Duke and Duchess of Kent May Tour Australia for Melbourne Cup
The Duke and Duchess of Kent plan to adjust schedules to reach Australia in time for the Melbourne Cup. After brief visits and meetings, they will decide on a longer stay if needed and travel to Canberra for official engagements. They are expected to depart at 9 am on January 36 from Broadcasting City.
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London
Australia
Duke and Duchess OF Kent
Sersiemahin 4
Kent
Walla
Melbourne
Caer
Australia Bay
Duke
Thay
Aheuia
Calberra
Duke of Kant
Inaian Healaya
West
Premier Duplessis Defends Law Against Communist Literature
Maurice Duplessis told the Canadian Club that a law ending in Communist influence is effective though once used to seal premises for a year. He said the danger was real enough to threaten revolution, questioned critics about loyalty oaths, and asserted Communism will never gain a foothold in Quebec.
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Maurice Duplessis
Czech refugees offer to establish factories
The Czech Committee announces plans by eight former industrialists to set up plants in Loni. They intend to manufacture silk and linen goods and buttons for export, backed by real capital. The article notes potential production of table linen and silk goods for markets in Scandinavia and the United Kingdom.
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LONI
Ormer
United Foods
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