Conspiracy Plot Uncovered in America to Overthrow Government
Federal agents arrest 18 members of the Christian Front in New York on charges of planning a revolution and arms theft. Leaders Cassidy and Bishop among those detained. group linked to plots against public utilities, the Federal Reserve, and Congress. Father Coughlin denies official ties. Hoover cites possible Nazi connections and mentions National Guard and Naval Reserve members among arrestees.
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Oslo powers support for Finland
The Moscow radio said the Soviet note to Sweden and Norway on January 5 accused both nations of neutrality breaches by aiding Finland with arms and volunteers. Norway denied involvement on January 6 and sought friendly Soviet ties. Sweden said its press is free and trade with Finland drives its stance while wishing good Soviet relations. A Moscow announcer warned these replies show pressure to pull Sweden and Norway into war. A raid on a Swedish island saw Russian planes bombing with unclear casualties. Swedish authorities found bombs and letters, and Norway fired anti aircraft on bombers crossing the border.
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Italians Attack Air Record Breaker
A three engine Italian aircraft piloted by Colonel Angelo Tendi passed over Tangier en route to Patagonia aiming to beat the Moscow to San Jacinto record via the North Pole. The crew includes Signor Mussolini's personal pilot and two others.
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Red Air Force may crush Finns in air war
Helsinki dispatch notes Finland’s shortage of planes while Russia masses air power. Moscow has yet to unleash full bombing but could strike with over a thousand bombers in 24 hours as Finnish lines hold. Submarine actions, rescue efforts, and foreign aid details add context to a tense northern front.
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Canadian Loan details from Ottawa broadcast
Finance Minister Ralston announced the first war loan would cap at 200 million dollars with small investors prioritized in allotments. He said oversubscription would still allow small buyers to apply, noting the Dionne quintuplets as subscribers seeking 20 000 dollars and UK purchases in Canada expected at 400 000 000 to 500 000 000 dollars.
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Ralaton
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Steamer Sunk by Mine and Global Strikes Reported
News in Brief reports the steamer Fredville sunk after striking a mine in the North Beninst work with eleven missing and five survivors landed by the Swedish steamer May at Kopervik. Other items note hunger strikes among Keeinkop internees, a looming rail workers strike in Australia, and a devastating fire in Shisaoke Japan with 300 presumed dead.
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Early German Invasion Feared Across Europe
London reports from the Daily Mail correspondent that foreign journalists in Berlin believe Germany will advance into Holland and Belgium within 24 hours. Paris commentator Morrice predicts a launch against the Lowlands on January 20.
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Wing to Wing Allied Air Forces Unite in France
Paris reports Air Marshal Barratt has become Air Chief in France and declared the British air forces united under one command. He spokes of flying wing-tip to wing-tip with the French Air Force to hasten the war’s end. A French communiqué notes no significant Western Front developments.
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Poles Sufferings and British Views on Russia War Policy
Sir Walter Currie, returning from a Paris union conference, said he was asked if Britain should declare war on Russia and replied no fearing unpopularity, especially with Labour. Thousands in Britain felt the Russian revolution had redeeming elements and worried Stalin's longevity, arguing the British Communist Party should be handled as an organised body rather than banned.
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German Cargoes At Amsterdam Talks Over Ship Cargos
British and German negotiators at Amsterdam discuss cargoes of German ships to neutral ports in a 12 day session. About 140 vessels were involved with totals around 5 million pounds, with Britain owning roughly half to three quarters. Intermediaries accepted a substantial portion of Britain's proposals though some points require further study, prompting a return to The Hague for renewed settlement talks.
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Trade deadlock deepens between United States and Japan
A Washington UPI dispatch reports a stalled U.S. Japan trade crisis as the January 16 treaty expiry looms. Congress may force anti-Japanese embargo actions and Cordell Hull could push moral embargos if Cabinet talks fail. Admirals and generals named in Japan's new cabinet signal no appeasement.
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At Hands of Germany
Berlin reports no reconstruction in Poland since invasion and a siege death toll of about 170000 with crowds lining for food. Polish fugitives swell towns, feeding 300000 daily as railways fail and transport scarce. Nightlife persists during curfew while homes burn and fortunes vanish.
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German Troops Mass on Frontiers Threaten Low Countries
In a tense wartime briefing, propulsive mobilisations near the Low Countries show nearly one million German mechanised troops deployed on an 85 mile eastern frontier of Holland and Belgium. Brussels and London report precautionary measures, air activity, and cautious optimism with no definitive invasion plans, while Dutch Belgian defenses tighten and army leave is suspended.
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Yonai Cabinet Formed with New Foreign and Navy Ministers
Tokio dispatch reports Admiral Yonai as Prime Minister naming General Avita Foreign Minister and Admiral Youhla Navy Minister. Ishiwaatari becomes Chief Secretary. Awaited: Hatt War Minister, Salur auchi Agriculture, Koike Overseas, Kimura Justice.
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Canadian Defence Minister Readies 7000 Troops for Fenplaned
London house announcement states 7000 Canadian troops will be ready to depart for Fenplaned soon. The plan underscores Ottawa’s military readiness and alliance commitments amid evolving defence priorities.
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RAF Penetration of Germany and Berlin Report
An official news agency reports that British aircraft penetrated deep into Greater Germany last week but was largely ineffective as it was a nocturnal raid. The planes supposedly did not reach Bratislava and turned back well before Prague and Vienna despite ground observers tracking their path.
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