Goebbels fears delayed victory as Berlin signals shift
Propaganda Minister Goebbels warns not to expect a front line triumph this year and urges selling postponement of ultimate German victory. Meanwhile Western defense plans by Hitler’s regime are described as cautious, with possible western offensives flagged to deter attackers. In Linn County, Safety Week proves a public education success boosting road safety and civic responsibility.
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Linn County
Railroad unions threaten strike after wage boost cut
Unions vow action likely around December 5 after a government fact finding body awarded only one quarter of the requested wage increase. The piece notes doubts about a general strike given potential damage to the defense program and predicts the President will likely avert it, while acknowledging concessions to railway management.
Amundsen sightings spark Arctic speculation legends
A bizarre report from Italy claims Roald Amundsen lives among Eskimos near the Baffin Sea, reigniting talk of his fate after disappearing 13 years ago. The piece ties Amundsen's polar renown to other famed vanished explorers and questions the fate of missing travelers from Cyclops and Earhart to Halliburton.
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House to vote direct on ship neutralization amendments
Administration leaders moved to push a direct final House vote on Senate amendments to the neutrality bill. McCormack and allies argue the move speeds passage to Roosevelt, while Republicans warn the outcome could be close.
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Wallis Subject to Health Scare During North American Visit
In Nassau Bahamas AP reports the former British king and his American-born duchess just returned from a six weeks trip to the United States and Canada. A private physician examined the duchess in Baltimore and issued findings leading to a strict diet. The duke offered no details on the ailment or need for any operation.
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Personal Opinion by Bob Estabrook on Mexico trip and postwar roads
Bob Estabrook discusses his Pan American Road Builders conference trip in Mexico. He praises Avila Camacho's presidency, notes progress on highway linking projects, and mentions meeting a major general in charge of western highway work. He expects Alaska highway expansion and comments on LaPlant Choate deliveries and priorities. Born May 4 1888 in Marshall town.
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U S Names New Acting Emissary To Berlin Govt
Washington announces George L. Brandt as charge d affaires in Berlin succeeding Leland B. Morris. Brandt led refugee problems division in state department for two years. Morris returns to Washington after long Berlin service amid signs no immediate break in ties.
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Refusal To Yield Right Of Way Follows City Crash
Cedar Rapids. Michael Nassif 28 of 1556 B avenue NE faces a charge of failure to yield right of way after his car collided with a machine driven by Mrs Morgan at B avenue and Fifteenth street NE. Nassif was traveling west on B avenue. Mrs Morgan was going south on Twelfth street.
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Temperature Holds Near Freezing In Cedar Rapids
The Cedar Rapids area saw steady cold from Friday midnight to Saturday afternoon with readings near 26 degrees at 4 am and remaining level around 2 pm, suggesting a record of consistency throughout the day.
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Cedar Rapids
Chambers
Per Capita Money in Circulation Hits $77.55 in U S
Treasury report shows total money in circulation on Oct 31 at 10.363 billion dollars or 77.55 per person. The monthly per capita rise was 1.44 and the 12 month gain reached 14.87.
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U S Extension of Convoys to Britain Looms
Iceland designated as a naval base prompts talk of extending US convoy escorts to Britain. Secretary Knox appoints Rear Admiral Kauffman to command the Iceland base as repair depots fuel and hospital facilities are planned for British and American craft. Iceland may remain the key eastern Atlantic fleet base even if bases are built in the British Isles. The move aligns with watch on routes used for lend lease equipment to Russia via Archangel.
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Nazis Cite Small Senate Majority
Berlin observed that the German spokesman noted the U S neutrality law revision vote in the Senate as a narrow, not decisive victory. He said the small majority was the key point and did not constitute a great win for its backers.
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Nazis Battle to Hold Lines Near Moscow
Nazi and Soviet forces clash near Moscow as Germany stalls the drive with hard defense and German leaders pledge Germany and Europe can be defended. Soviet counterattacks threaten Axis lines in multiple sectors while Crimea remains contested and Rostov-on-Don guards the route to the Caucasus.
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Mosquitoes Linked to Sleeping Sickness Carrier Proof Reported
Washington officials announced that mosquitoes spread sleeping sickness after collecting about 10 000 biting insects in Yakima valley during summer 1940. In experiments at the University of California and other labs, pools of mosquitoes were tested and mice exposed to infected samples showed evidence of the disease.
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RAF Keeps Up Supreme Offensive Amid Heavy Loss Toll
The RAF pressed a massive air campaign across Germany and occupied Europe, with 600 to 800 bombers and hundreds of fighters in heavy night and day raids. Berlin radio reported 60 British planes shot down in 24 hours as casualties mounted. Night attacks hit factories near Lens and St. Nazaire, while German defenses aimed at England, Cologne, and Mannheim. Officials described the raids as part of a long term plan during the harsh winter with significant losses on both sides.
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Priorities Won't Curb This Year's Yule Celebrations
Washington officials say Christmas will proceed as usual this year with abundant decorations and gifts. Restrictions from the arms program arrived too late to affect holiday goods, and there will be bright tree lightings and displays nationwide though some items may be scarce next year.
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Defense walkouts blocked by secret ballot proposal
Washington AP reports high defense officials tacitly back a plan forbidding defense strikes unless approved in a secret ballot by a majority of workers. Senator Bridges, a supporter of foreign policies, says he drafted a bill to require unions to register with the National Labor Relations Board, disclose officers lists, and provide financial accounting.
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Subpoena Fish To Appear At Probe
New York Representative Hamilton Fish was subpoenaed to testify before a special grand jury investigating subversive activity after his secretary was indicted for perjury and duress two weeks earlier. The marshal issued the order directing Fish to appear for new testimony.
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U S And Britain Plan Moves in Far East Hinted
Washington reports on excellent authority that U S and Britain are set to act in the Orient around the time of Saburo Kurusu arrival with a Japanese ultimatum list. Cabinet debates and early Washington actions point to a coordinated plan, including withdrawal of Marine garrisons from China and urging American civilians in Guam to return home.
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Japan envoy Kurusu flies to Washington with little hope
Manila reports Saburo Kurusu, Japan's special envoy, said there was not much hope for reaching a settlement with the United States as he continued his dramatic trip to Washington. He offered no further details.
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Actress Zay Holland dies at 63 in Yonkers
Zay Holland, 63, a former actress known for appearances in New York musical comedies with Lillian Russell and George M. Cohan, died Friday at St. John’s Hospital in Yonkers.
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Hitler Defends War Armament and Moscow Destruction Claim
In Munich Hitler addressed the Nazi crowd claiming Germany would choke off Russia and defend Europe despite American threats He said the Soviet casualty figures reach 8 to 10 million dead with Red Army prisoners around 3.6 million and warned allied ships carrying war material would be torpedoed He also attacked the idea of blitzkrieg and asserted Britain could open a second front only to be met with faster German countermeasures
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