Dunkerque Joins British Patrol Near Montevideo
The Dunkerque, a French battleship once praised as the most modern, is ordered to join British cruisers off Maitevideo awaiting Admiral Graf Spee’s departure. Graf Spee fled nearly out of fuel into Montevideo after a clash with three British cruisers, as Renown and Ark Royal reportedly head south to join the patrol.
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Heavy Allied War Craft On Graf Spee Patrol as Uruguay Lets Her Stay
Montevideo reports a German Admiral Graf Spee damage repair under way after a day of fighting with British forces off Uruguay. British cruiser Achilles and other ships engaged the pocket battleship, with casualties reported aboard the Achilles and diplomatic talks hinting at a possible sea sortie by Graf Spee amid a growing naval cordon.
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Uruguay Grants Nazi Battleship Time to Stay in Port
The German pocket battleship Spee, damaged in action, may remain in Montevideo harbor for repairs. Uruguay’s foreign minister Aly Forte Guant says the ship can stay upon request of the German government underUruguayan neutrality law, with a formal 24 hour notice and a four day ceiling.
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Witwer Case Ruling Expected This Afternoon
The Witwer case centers on whether County Commissioners can force transfer of 15 500 dollars from the county contingent fund to a hospital. Attorney G A Bradfield argues the resolution violates budget laws, while Witwer claims he follows lending advice and that an emergency exists to cover hospital needs. The judge’s decision hinges on whether the expenditure was an actual emergency or unauthorized fund use.
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Admiral Graf Spee Flotilla Battles Near Uruguay Coast
Reports from Buenos Aires show the German battleship Admiral Graf Spee after a daylong clash with British cruisers Exeter Ajax and Achilles off the Uruguay coast. Photos depict damage to the ship and to a German airplane wreckage mounted on its catapult as the crew bury 36 dead at Montevideo. Exeter sails toward an Arcystine dock while Argentina mobilizes to detain the vessel.
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Beet Strike Threat Emerges Over Sugar Control Provisions
Denver December 14. Beet workers say they may strike for the 1949 season unless labor provisions of the national sugar control system are renewed. CIO and union officials announce plans to travel to Washington in January to press Congress, alleging discrimination and breach of contracts. In La Junta, Southern Colorado beet growers oppose the sugar importation system but support acreage quotas.
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Loyal Youth Arrested for Stoning Union Pacific Train
Police arrested a young American boy Thursday night after he admitted throwing rocks at a Union Pacific train at 615 Wer urally night. The impact broke two windows as witnesses, including a 16 year old, testified. The suspect was held at the county jail to await juvenile court proceedings.
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Winnie Ruth Judd Captured Near Yuma
Winnie Ruth Judd, infamous for a high profile murder escape from the Arizona state hospital for the insane, was captured today on a road near Yuma after a long desert trek toward Phoenix. Police reported she walked the desert road under dire conditions and is in custody for questioning.
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Colorado Road Budget Delivered To Governor
State highway budget proposing expenditure of 37,000,000 in state and federal funds was delivered to Governor Ralph L. Carr. The governor indicated he would not sign the budget before next week. The draft was prepared by the state highway authority and presented to the governor.
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County Attorneys Reject Railroads Settlement Terms
County attorneys reject terms of a railroad settlement proposed to ease tax conflicts. The meeting, chaired by Attorney General Byron O. Rogers, saw no agreement as the railroad firms led by Colorado and Southern and Royers objected to changes. The city of Denver plans to challenge the approach as an attempted lure.
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Interlocutory Decree Granted in District Court Case
In the district court an interlocutory decree was granted concerning the case Daisy Davia Softel against Clayonco I. Sorfel. The action centers on the dispute between the two parties with the court issuing interim orders as the matter proceeds.
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Weather Outlook for Colorado and Nearby Regions
Weather brief notes Patt Friday night and Saturday with southeast winds. Mexico expected to see parts of northern offshore activity. Local forecast cites 24 hour period of elevated winds and possible brief shower activity.
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Finland Pays War Debt in Atmosphere of Strain
Finland pays 234693 dollars on its war debt to the United States as it battles against Rossta. Finance ministers announce the payment in a cautious tone, noting the nation's grim economic mood and the continuing need to support the Finnish people through wartime austerity.
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Big Air Fight As British Raid German Bases
British air attacks target German seaplane bases in Norway and nearby regions. Reports describe heavy fighting with losses on both sides as Royal Air Force and German defenses clash over Arctic targets near occupied Europe.
Former Louisiana Governor Indicted in Corruption Case
A former Louisiana governor was indicted in a broad case involving about $111,000 in alleged fraud. The court did not release the names of ten other indicted individuals described only in official notices. The event ties to Alexandria and a recent authorities’ investigation, with several associates reportedly billeted and questioned.
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Arctic warfare and Russian retreat dominate minutes from Helsinki
Reports detail Finnish coastal batteries destroying a Russian destroyer and capturing tanks as fighting around Susmussaliyi and Kare region continues. Movements show Arctic retreats westward, destruction of property, and strategic friction across the front with naval and air actions reported by Helsinki and allied sources.
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Roosevelt Refuses Taft Comment on Nomination
Fragmented text indicates a political dispute over nominations and statements from Roosevelt and Taft. The passage mentions the Atinaerterst and Tyures Tet, with references to Washington and possible shifts in candidate support. Readable details are limited.
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Itich Bank Theaters Hit By Nighttime Explosion
An unexplained blast struck Itich Bank Theaters causing damage to two nearby pasta shops after nightfall. Emergency crews evacuated patrons as investigators search for a cause and assess casualties. Local authorities urge residents to avoid the area while operations continue.
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