Romania Civil War Fear as Iron Guard Purge Expands
Reports from Giurgiu and Ruse describe artillery fire across the Danube and a crackdown by Antonescu against the Iron Guard. Across Transylvania and Bucharest death lists grow, with Jewish stores shuttered and arrests of many guardists. Hungary-Budapest dispatches note Maniu seeking aid as purges deepen.
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Stewart McDonald Resigns Housing Board Leader Post
Washington November 29 Stewart McDonald resigns as federal housing administrator to return to private business He will remain deputy federal loan administrator to oversee the housing agency he has led since 1935 President Roosevelt nominates Abner Ferguson to succeed Ferguson has served as general counsel and first assistant administrator of FBLA He will earn 12500 annually and be reduced to 10000 when administrator McDonald states he will devote nearly all time to chairing the Maryland Caulity company
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President Roosevelt plans trip possibly by plane to Caribbean
Washington reports Roosevelt plans a trip next week to an announced destination and may use a plane for rapid return from an emergency. He has not flown since becoming president, and secrecy guards his movements. It is not disclosed where he will go, but speculation points to Caribbean defense zones.
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Tax pause on 1940 incomes after White House talks
Washington reports Senator Harrison says Roosevelt and tax leaders agreed there would be no retroactive taxes on 1940 incomes for corporations or individuals. Study of 1941 tax plans starts in January, with no definite action before mid-March receipts recap. Also under review: overlap of federal and state levies and debt limit expansion discussion.
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Raider of Germans Declared Motoship
Sydney reports Australian naval authorities identify the raider as a 6000 ton motorship armed with torpedo tubes and four 4 inch guns. The enemy raider is credited with sinking 67000 tons of British shipping in the South Pacific and Indian Oceans.
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Indian Oceans
Rain and Melted Snow Soak Montana Farmlands
Moisture from rain and snowmelt drenched Montana yesterday aiding next year’s crop prospects. Helena recorded .03 inch of rain with warm winds turning snow to slush while a 35 mph gale blew at night. Ten weather stations noted rain and puddled fields as highways dried. Miles City, Glendive, Fort Peck, and Havre stayed freezing. Fort Peck saw a three degree range from 14 to 11 above zero, the day’s lowest state minimum. Occasional light snow is forecast with colder weather in the east.
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Leahy Nomination Approved as Madden’s Becomes Stalled
Washington announces Admiral William D. Leahy won Senate approval for ambassador to France while J Warren Madden’s nomination to the United States Court of Claims was blocked by Senator Vandenberg who refused consent. Ashurst urged confirmation and noted many senators backing him for the court vacancy.
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Albania Prays for Italian Victory Amid Independence Anniversary
New York on November 29 reports Albania marked its 28th independence anniversary with prayers for an Italian and Albanian victory over Greece. Services were held across a mosque, an Orthodox church, and a Roman Catholic church in Tirana.
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New Jersey Girl Convicted for Defiling Emblem at Parade
A 20 year old Kelge Schleuter of Southard was convicted of defiling the Stars and Stripes after she threw the flag to the ground during a Lakewood fireman's parade on June 29. Sentenced to one to two years in a reformatory with appeal planned by her counsel. Prosecutions cited police chief Walter Curtis and a post arrest remark. Bail set at 2500 by parents and friend Mrs Sarah Le Conote. Windsor Ontario meanwhile plans more female taxi drivers as men’s help wanes amid wartime shortages.
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Work to Be Speeded On New Destroyers Idle Shipyard Opens
Washington reports the Navy moved to speed up 215 destroyer production and reopens the Cramp Shipbuilding yard in Philadelphia with 9.5 million dollars in new facilities and orders for six cruisers worth 113.8 million. Roosevelt said steps were taken to accelerate deliveries, noting no link to aiding Britain, and questioned skilled labor availability for expanded shipways.
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Fire Fighter Killed in Madera Theater Blaze
In Madera California on November 29 a deadly fire destroyed the Madera theater and five brick building shops. Fireman Clyde Haymond 21 died when the roof collapsed while Fireman Owen Barr 28 escaped with injuries after Barr was found buried by bricks but largely unharmed. Estimated damage was $150000.
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German Ships Again Make Effort to Evade British Blockade
German merchantmen Idarwald and Rhein leave Tampico as British and Canadian warships are reported nearby in the Caribbean. US destroyers were seen during a prior blockade defy attempt. Idarwald ran aground but refloated, while Durango gunboat guarded the exit as ships head toward the Caribbean via the Yucatan passage.
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Dies Discusses Work Of Un American Body With The President
Rep Dies of Texas reported to President Roosevelt that his committee on un american activities would continue with federal agency cooperation. He urged fullest exposure of fifth column activity while protecting innocents and evidence leading to convictions. He planned to seek a two year extension and $1 190 000 starting January 3.
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Italian Attempt to Establish New Line To Africa Halted
London reports British Mediterranean forces shattered an Italian bid to find a new sea route to Libya via Tunisian waters. The Sardinia clash damaged six Italian ships and signaled Britain’s growing control of the western Mediterranean. Crete’s occupation and continued strikes against Lero and Tripoli were cited as signs of a broader British offensive.
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London Under Heaviest Night Raid Since Calm
German warplanes renewed raids on London with explosive and fire bombs causing wide area destruction. Casualties reported as the capital endured its heaviest attack after days of provincial bombardment. Anti aircraft fire roared over central and outskirts areas.
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Federal workers reportedly discharged for un Americanism
A Philadelphia report said about 20 federal employees in Pennsylvania and Delaware were dismissed for un American affiliations. Officials noted Hatch Act limits bar employment for membership in groups advocating overturn of government. Authorities yet to confirm or deny the claim, while some departments investigate subversive ties.
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New Martin Bomber Trials World Speed Claim
Haltimars November 29. The Army's newest bomber, the Martin built 326, flew for the first time at Glenn L Martin Aircraft. Engineers claim it could be the world's fastest bomber with two 1,850 horsepower engines and an expected speed around 400 miles per hour. The armed aircraft will carry a crew of five.
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