Christmas Mail Volumes Hit Historic Peak Nationwide
BBC reports across the nation the 1939 Christmas mail volume rising to an all time high. New York posted a half million dollars in a single day and led in pieces handled while Wheeler Springs claims the smallest post office. The USPS expects postage costs to rise 20 to 30 percent from 1938 and plans to employ about 500000 workers for the holiday rush.
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BBC
Daniel Washington
Santa Claus
New York
Wheeler Springs
Calif
Post Office Department
Finnish Leader Sends Christmas Message to Troops
Field Marshal Baron Carl Gustaf Mannerheim, commander in chief of the Finnish army, issued Christmas greetings to the troops promising victory as essential to home and Fatherland. He also praised factory workers for their important role in supporting the Fatherland.
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Baron Carl Gustaf Mannerheim
Mannerheim
Seaport withdrawal tied to Murmansk bombing raid
The blowing of the Murmansk rail line forced Seaport withdrawal, cutting a key supply for the Russian expedition. In central Finland Salla sector the communique claims continued success as Finnish troops repel enemy advances. The Karelian front reports repulsed attack between Kuokjarvi and Muola after heavy artillery and air bombardment. The Finnish air force bombed Terijoki, and one Soviet plane was shot down over Helsinki amid a day of heavy raids totaling over 350 aircraft with 16 dead and 43 wounded nationwide. Eleven enemy planes were downed by antiaircraft fire.
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Kuokjarvi
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British Cruiser Despatch Departs Chile After Prize
The British cruiser Despatch sailed from Valparaiso today for an undisclosed destination. It had earlier captured the German freighter Düsseldorf on December 15 and took her to Antofagasta as a prize, with Chile permitting a 48 hour stay for engine repairs.
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How to prepare whole nut meats from Brazil nuts
The process describes removing meats from Brazil nuts by heating in a moderate oven to warm them, then cracking the shells lightly so the nut meats separate without damage. It emphasizes careful handling to preserve intact pieces.
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Brazil
Roosevelt Family Plans Christmas Tree Lighting Broadcast
Mrs John Boetiger of Seattle with husband and nine month old Johnny joins Eleanor and Curtis Dall and other Roosevelts. Franklin D Roosevelt III 17 months old and Mr and Mrs Roosevelt of Boston also expected. The family will attend a Sunday tree lighting where the President broadcasts at 5 11 p.m. EST.
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Seattle
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Curtis Dall
Franklin D. Roosevelt, Jr
Charlottesville
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Boston
Franklin D. Roosevelt
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Finns Defenses and Soviet War Progress in Finland Front
Soviet forces reported advances from the Arctic coast toward Uleaborg Serdobol and the Karelian Isthmus while briefing on casualties and equipment losses. Observers noted absences among leaders in Leningrad and questioned preparedness for a quick victory.
Japanese Olympic hop star Nambu quits job for Brazil coaching
Chunei Nambu, Japan's 1932 Olympic hop, step and jump champion, resigns as a sports writer to take a coaching position in Brazil, signaling a new phase in his athletic career.
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Chunei Nambu
Japan
Brazil
Flashes Of Life and Alarming Incidents Reported
In Harrisburg Samuel J Worles awoke to shovel sounds and found a ton missing from their bin after a mysterious delivery. In Rockville a physician lecturing bus drivers on first aid warned against crowding an unconscious person as one driver fainted and others crowded around.
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Samuel J. Worles
Rockville
San Diego State Coach Picks Lineup by Random Draw
San Diego State coach Morris Gross selects five starters for a tournament from among his many players by drawing names from a hat. He then fills the five remaining roster spots by another hat draw from the non starting squad.
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San Diego
Calif
Morris Gross
San Diego State
No Protest Denver Sparks Romance Between Pensioners
Colorado pensioners staged a protest that required listing names but omitted Paul Winter and Mrs Lydia Winters. Winter, 79, noticed Lydia's name above his and wrote her a letter. The couple later wed after an invitation to call, turning protest into romance.
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Denver
Colorado
Paul Winter
Lydia Winters
Winter
Lydia
Sac City man fined for Christmas tree theft and defacing property
In Sac City a man who promised his girlfriend a Christmas tree was fined in justice court. He cut off the top half of a tree and left the bottom half in a cemetery. He faced fines totaling about $100 for tree value and public property defacement.
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Sac City
Ila
Sparky the dog finds missing rings after drinking from glass
In Richmond Virginia Sparky a cocker spaniel drank from a glass held by Thomas J Hounihan and sparked by clinking sounds the dog led to a veterinary X ray that recovered a diamond ring and wedding bands from the glass no harm came to the dog or owners
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Sparky
Thomas J. Hounihan
Weather outlook for week in South Atlantic states
Rains expected in the northern section around Tuesday or Wednesday with another rainy period toward week end. Colder Monday, then warmer, followed by cooler conditions in the latter part of the week.
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South Atlantic
North Carolina State College to remodel old textile building
West Construction Company of Statesville won the contract for remodeling the old textile building at North Carolina State College. The project will convert the structure for vocational work and the low bid came to 42,051 dollars.
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Raleigh
Erwin West Construction Company of
Statesville
North Carolina State College
Garlic storage tips to prevent rot
Simple guidance advises keeping garlic whole in a breathable cheesecloth bag and storing peeled cloves in an airtight container. Use cool dry conditions to slow spoilage and maintain flavor.
Norris Lees Warns Belligerents Over Neutral Zone Violations
Norris Lees sets out three points to belligerents regarding the Panama Canal neutral zone. He warns repeated violations will trigger stronger measures than the declaration and notes that American republics will consult on actions, potentially excluding belligerent warships from Pan American ports and interning warships seeking refuge as part of enforcing the zone.
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Steamer Aliakmon Floated After Grounding
The Greek steamer Aliakmon, ashore about 25 miles south of Cape Henry, was floated by Coast Guard cutter Mendota at 4 35 am and towed to Hampton Roads. The Dione stood by for assistance. Aliakmon was en route from Baltimore to Galveston and Houston with no cargo and a net tonnage of 2847.
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Galveston
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Representative Martin, Col., Dies After Week's Illness
John A. Martin, Democratic representative from Colorado since 1933, died in Washington after a week of illness at 71. He fell ill on a train home to Pueblo and was treated at his hotel before being moved to a naval hospital where he died.
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John A. Martin
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Pueblo
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Inmate in Iron Lung Sees Merry Christmas Cheer
Birdsall Sweet, 21, who has spent eight years in an iron lung, smiles at a tinselled Christmas tree in his hospital room. He hopes for shirts as gifts and has just breathed without the device for about 12 hours, twice as long as last year. His father, a Beacon realtor, prefers daily progress over future plans.
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N. Y
Birdsall Sweet
Scott Lord Smith
Birdsall
Carraway to Deliver Christmas Gifts to Sandy Ridge Prison Camp
Bruce H. Carraway announced plans to transport gifts for Christmas to the Sandy Ridge prison camp for local men and boys. He invited donations and asked contributors to leave gifts at his office.
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Sandy Ridge
Bruce H. Carraway
Sandy Ridge Prison Camp
Simple turkey buying rule guides holiday feasts
A practical guideline for holiday meals suggests buying one pound of turkey per person to ensure generous portions. The tip emphasizes planning for ample servings and ease of planning.
Salted flour method for lump-free gravy thickening
To prevent lumping when thickening gravy with a flour paste, add the salt to the flour first before whisking in the liquid. This simple step ensures smoother gravy without clumps and improves texture.
Fall of Snow Brings Hope of White Christmas
Traces of snow began falling at 1 PM in High Point and though soft and unmelted on streets, raised hope for a white Christmas. Forecasts suggested mountain areas would receive snow tonight or Sunday, with possible spread to High Point.
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High Point
Great Air Battle Off German Coast Involving 180 Planes
A British report describes December 18 air combat off Germany's North Sea coast as the greatest aerial battle in history. About 80 to 100 planes from Britain and Germany fought over Wilhelmshaven and out to sea as Wellington bombers engaged Messer‑schmitt 110s and 109s in an hour long raid on a German port.
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Germany
North Sea
Wilhelmshaven
Britain
Western Front
British Consular Officials Released by Nazi Government
London says British consular officials and their families held in Germany and Czecho Slovakia since the outbreak of war are being released. One group is expected to reach The Netherlands today. Consuls do not enjoy the same diplomatic immunity as embassy staffs.
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Czecho- Slovakia
Netherlands
Berlin
German Nazi Club Raided in Istanbul
Turkish police raided the German Nazi Club in Istanbul and seized books and documents. No arrests were reported.
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London
Reuters
Istanbul
Roasting Tip: Use Salt Pork to Protect Fowl
When roasting fowl, if wings legs and breast brown too quickly, cover with strips of salt pork to shield them during cooking. This technique helps prevent scorching and keeps meat moist while the rest cooks through.
Capital Short Shots From Raleigh Telegraph Dashes
Raleigh dispatch reports Rocky Mount’s Bill Fenner in discussions with Gov. Clyde Hoey about North Carolina’s World War exhibit in New York or his gubernatorial plans. notes possible McDonald backers aiming to draft Paul Grady, with McDonald not campaigning. Denton W Lupton identified from unclear handwriting as the deciphered name.
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Henry Averill
Raleigh
Rocky Mount
Bill Fenner
Clyde R. Hoey
North Carolina
New York
Fenner
Tar Heel
Raleigh Rumor Links Maxwell to Legion Leader as Campaign Manager
A Raleigh rumor suggests Revenue Commissioner A. J. Maxwell may name a prominent American Legionnaire as his campaign manager for governor. The tale echoes a 1936 Hoey strategy with Hubert Olive to sway veteran votes. The report remains unsubstantiated and notes that Willis Smith is a leading unannounced gubernatorial candidate and Legionnaire.
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A. J. Maxwell
American Legion
The
Legionnaire
Hoey
Hubert Olive
Sandy Graham
Maxwell
Willis Smith
Smith
Finns Communist Leaders Arrested
Stockholm report claims the Terijoki Finnish Communist people's government was arrested by Russia for misinforming Stalin on Finland's military strength. The Terijoki regime, led by Otto Kuusinen, had aided Moscow after the invasion and aided in a mutual assistance pact. Kuusinen sent birthday greetings to Stalin on Thursday.
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Social-Demokraten
Terijoki
Russia
Joseph Stalin
Finland
Otto Kuusinen
Kuusinen
Grieved Husband Drowns After Wife passes
In Waynesboro Pennsylvania a laborer aged 61, Charles Fike, leaped into the Monongahela River shortly after his wife's long illness ended, dying within hours. Coroner records his death as death by own action, as a double funeral was planned for Christmas at their home.
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Charles Fike
Monongahela
Les
Fike
Elinor Harbaugh
Raymond C. Adamson
Salvation Army Leader in Charlotte Dies
Alex Anderson a noted Salvation Army worker died in Charlotte today. Salvation Army headquarters said he was not an officer, though he was commonly called Colonel Anderson.
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Charlotte
Alex Anderson
Colonel Anderson
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