War Declared On Finns By Britain
Britain declares war on Finland Hungary and Romania after a deadline to cease fighting Russia passes. Official notices to each government will mark the start of hostilities, though immediate impact may be limited as treaties with Axis allies already in place. Reports from Bucharest and Budapest indicate Romania and Hungary remain allied with Germany in the war on Russia.
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Paris Defies Nazi Threats Amid New Attacks in Occupied City
Parisians challenged Nazi rule with new assaults on officers in Paris as Vichy envoy Admiral Darlan visits. A German major was shot on Rue de Seine injuring him, a cyclist assaulted, and another officer fired upon at Issy-les-Moulineaux. Police Prefect Bard urged residents to aid in catching attackers amid von Schellenberg’s ultimatum.
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Railroad Brotherhood Heads Ratify Wage Settlement
General chairmen of the Big Wire railway operating brotherhoods ratified terms for settlement of wage demands, removing the threat of a nationwide strike scheduled to begin Sunday. Spokesmen said unions accepted a deal not meeting all desires but aimed at national unity and support of the president during a critical period.
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Indochina defense talks with Japanese and Vichy envoy
A New York report from Dec today says Admiral Jean Decoux governor general of Indo China and Japanese ambassador Kenkichi Yoshizawa conferred on joint defense of the Vichy trench colony. Decoux was quoted saying defense by joint action of Japanese forces and Vichy French troops is now assured.
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Nazis Forced Back on 70 Mile Front Under Air Pounding
London dispatch reports the Soviet air force driving German troops back along a 70 mile front in southern Russia near the Mius and Taganrog. Soviet forces claim recapture of Katyev Kurgan and progress around Taganrog with aims toward Mariupol. Moscow radio notes German assaults elsewhere but highlights Russian advances as Ewald von Reichenbach's northern front crumbles.
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Montana to base 1942 tourist drive on unity theme
Montana plans a 1942 travel publicity campaign built on strengthening national unity and providing rest to workers returning to defense jobs. Gov. Bamford Ford urges tourists to take time for recreation, saying travel strengthens America as Edwin Grafton announces the slogan for the highway map campaign. About 225,000 maps will be printed with Columbia symbolizing unity and Montana’s industries in the background. The welcome message urges a balance of work and play to sustain the war effort and health.
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New Jersey Race Law Declared Invalid by Court
New Jersey's race hatred law was ruled unconstitutional by the state Supreme Court overturning nine sentences for anti Jewish speeches at a German American band rally. The court held the law violated federal and state constitutional guarantees of free speech.
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Looking on Brighter Side of Life Funny Foibles in News
A scrambled roundup of odd items from various places. A college cheerleader Sammy Quel Teaper suffers a fractured arm and twisted ankle after an on field stunt. A humorous exchange over a cat’s tail and a stray publicity photo are noted as light local fare. A 67 year old housebreaker receives a sentence. A deer shot near a Worcester county ball field ends a man’s search.
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Germans Declare Red Drive Is Now Stopped
Berlin reports that Russian attacks above the Sea of Azov stalled against a strong German line. Moscow front notes heavy weather and ongoing German operations, with Russian attempts near the Neva repulsed and munitions stores burning in Leningrad.
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Japanese Explanation Fails to Satisfy U S on Indo China
Tokyo sent a 149 word note claiming troop deployments in French Indo China were precautionary and directed by Chinese border moves. Washington doubts the motive and fears possible invasion of Thailand, tying the Indo China presence to Japan's broader China war and criticizing Vichy alignment. Roosevelt criticizes the Franco Vichy agreement as imposed.
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Flying Battleship of Navy Damaged On Eve of Big Test
Baltimore December 5 The U S Navy battleship Mars sustaining serious damage from flying fragments of a broken propeller on the eve of its water test at Middle River. One 2000 horsepower engine fell into the water, a propeller blade tore the cabin skin, and components split loose. officials deemed it a serious accident with no sabotage suspected.
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Norwegian Minister Guest at Helena Luncheon
Withein Morgenstierne the Norwegian minister to the United States will be the guest of honor at a luncheon at the Plaver hotel at 1 o clock. More than two hundred people are expected. Mr Olav will discuss with townspeople on arrival from London. Major Jack Haytin will give the welcome address. The visitors pass through Helena between train connections arriving at 11 53 in the morning.
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Weather outlook for Montana and east of divide weekend
Montana west of the Continental Divide stays mostly cloudy and warmer Saturday with scattered showers and snow flurries. Sunday turns partly cloudy with light snow north of the divide, while east of the divide remains fair to partly cloudy and milder on Saturday, increasing cloudiness and continued mild Sunday.
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Australian War Cabinet Called Hurriedly Amid Crisis
The Australian War Cabinet met urgently as tensions with Japan escalated prompting covert defense planning and a push for US military cooperation. Premier John Curtin announced home defense measures including Christmastime troop consolidation, a million civilian rations, a volunteer defense corps, and mobilization of police reserves. The navy reported full wartime strength as authorities prepared for potential Dutch East Indies actions in early December.
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U-boat Commander Survives After Deserting Sub
Capt. Hugo Vorster of U-501 abandoned his crippled submarine during an attack and boarded the Canadian corvette Moosejaw in a bid for life. Moosejaw opened fire. ten Nazi sailors drowned as survivors fled. The admiralty noted Vorster’s escape prompted discussions among hundreds of U-boat prisoners.
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House Passes New Defense Bill By Big Majority
The House approved an 8.2344 043 531 supplemental defense appropriation bill by a 309 to five vote after defeating two amendments to curb expansion of the lend lease program. The bill lifts cash and contracts to boost production of tanks, gas and ordnance, raising Congress total defense outlay to a historic sum. Lend lease totals include 1.556 billion dollars, with 683 million for tanks trucks and armored vehicles.
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Earthquake Strikes Panama Costa Rica Causing Damage
An earthquake rocked central Panama and Costa Rica causing property damage and injuries. Strong shocks toppled the municipal building and a school near Santiago and Panama City, with four strong quakes in David. Communication lines were down. no casualties reported immediately.
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Bond Issue Heavily Oversubscribed in Treasury Sale
Washington reports preliminary results show heavy oversubscription of the record 1.5 billion dollar bond issue offered yesterday. Investors bid up the 1.0 billion 254 percent bonds by six times and the 600 million two percent bonds by five times. LRS notes maturities from 1951 to 1956.
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Civilian Circles Back Talks for Hope on Commission Solution
Civilian circles pressed for talks to proceed with hope that a common formula for peaceful settlement can be found. Count Kaneko, 88, endorsed the commission idea as the proper path to resolve the Pacific deadlock, urging a joint body of reputable economic, political, and diplomatic representatives from both nations.
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Esther Booth Booth Well Known Montana Attorney Dies
Mrs Esther Booth a 62 year old widow of Edwin Booth prominent Montana attorney and former state senator died last night at St Peter s hospital after a week s illness Death due to a heart attack The body is at Opp and Conrad funeral home awaiting relatives arrival Funeral services will be set She was born October 5 1879 in Chester PA Her married name was Hughes and she wed Edwin S Booth December 12 1918 Survived by a son Harold Garrett of Helena a stepson Edwin S Booth Jr at Fort Benning Ga a stepdaughter Iona Spicer of Blair Montana a brother Will Hughes of San Diego a sister Vera Claflin of Helena a niece Bernice Cream of Helena and other relatives plus four grandchildren Her family home has been at 1315 Highth Avenue since 1955 All details drawn from the readable portions of the obituary text
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Publication of Secret War Plan Study Disloyal by Stimson
Washington December 5 Those responsible for publication of secret army naval war plans study were accused by Secretary of War Stimson of loyalty and patriotism. He said the Tribune story published yesterday showed unfinished studies of production for national defense and not an authorized program. He warned publication would aid enemies and hinder national defense. Roosevelt avoided comment but noted Stimson would speak.
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