Churchill backs bombing Rome if war demands it
London reports Prime Minister Winston Churchill told Parliament he would not hesitate to bomb Rome if the war situation made it useful. Commander Archibald Southby criticized the reply, saying confidence in the government is needed and promising to raise the matter again.
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Weather forecast for North Carolina and coast
North Carolina forecast shows generally fair conditions with little temperature change tonight through Wednesday. Winds from Block Island to Hatteras are moderate, mainly west to northwest in the north, and northwesterly in the south, with fair weather tonight and Wednesday. From Hatters to St Jackson ville chilly with moderate winds from north to northeast, partly cloudy tonight and Wednesday.
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French News Attacks and Axis Pact Debate Continue
Soho Tokutomi, 79, urges Japan to stay with Axis while Nichi Nichi Publication accuses the United States of being pulled into war with Japan. Asahi reports a Melbourne dispatch about Sir Earl Page consulting London on aiding Australian troops, Malaya forces, and joint U S navy defense in a Pacific war.
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Tuberculosis Clinic Set for City Hall Next Week
Eva Dorsett Red Cross nurse announces a tuberculosis clinic at City Hall on Monday and Tuesday November 17 and 18. Appointments through physicians. Dr. Eason of the State Sanatorium leads the clinic. Clyde Hunt to speak at Fathers Night meeting of Kern Street PTA. High School Glee Club to perform.
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Churchill warns of war if US joins Japan conflict
Debates over Japan policy intensify as Churchill hints Britain would declare war if the United States enters a Pacific war with Japan. Taft doubts any quick settlement, while Kurusu faces delays en route to Washington. Senators push for a neutral regime and question Britain and Russia roles in Asia.
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Allies must strike Japan and pressure Germany via Russia
The writer argues the United States cannot avoid fighting in both oceans and urges neutralizing Japan by diplomacy or direct action. A Western Allied invasion of Germany could come from the east via Russia, making Soviet strength pivotal to keeping Nazi resistance manageable.
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Methodists Study Minimum Salaries in NC Conference
North Carolina Methodist Conference meets at Trinity Methodist in Durham to consider minimum salary schedules for ministers. A special fund would fund $1,200 for unmarried ministers, $1,500 for married ministers without children, and $1,500 for married ministers with children.
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Presidents speech links liberty to eternal vigilance
President Roosevelt tied liberty and democracy to ongoing duty, quoting Lincoln and World War I heroes to urge Americans to defend freedom beyond victory. He cited Alvin York and international allies as proof that the dead did not die for brief decency but to secure lasting safety, urging renewed resolve against tyranny.
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Soviet Armament Policy and Siberian Link to Allies
The text argues for keeping the Siberian seaboard open, especially Vladivostok, to connect with the outside world and aid Russia. It stresses protecting Great Soviet industries in Siberia to replace Bolshevist losses, ensuring Dutch East Indies supplies reach Russia, and views a Japanese attack on Russia as an assault on the Allies.
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Objectors Hit By Resolution Of Legion Post
Andrew Jackson Post No 87 of the American Legion adopted a resolution condemning any person eligible for the draft who opposes the national policy or withdraws from service while remaining on public payrolls. The meeting at Blair Park Club House featured State Commander McMillan on Americanism with about 120 attendees.
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RedS, Karelia drive and Naples raid mark Axis war updates
RedS, aided by Finnish forces, push from Karelia while Hitler’s command claims destruction of a Soviet division, 700 pillboxes, and 1 200 prisoners in Northern Karelia. Mussolini’s report details an Alpine unit bombing in Dalmatia and hostages seized. RAF and Italian fleet losses are noted. In San Francisco, construction begins on a four story underground parking lot with capacity for 1,400 cars.
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Churchill warns over Pacific crisis amid Japanese envoy talks
London reports say Britain's Churchill warning signals closer US Britain collaboration in the Atlantic context while Tokyo cautions policy remains unchanged. Domei notes timing tied to Saburo Kurusu's Washington talks and Japanese parliamentary session. In a separate incident, a fire injures Mr Meredith as rescuers battle a bas ement blaze aided by gas masks and prompt response.
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Iron Lung Used In Basement Fire Rescue At Meredith Home
A passerby alerted firefighters to a blaze at the Meredith residence. Firemen with gas masks found Mr. Meredith unconscious six feet from the steps and used an iron lung to supply emergency respiration for about an hour before moving him to Burrs Memorial Hospital. Neighbors aided in clearing debris and cutting through a wall as flames spread. The device had recently saved its first life in another Winston-Salem case.
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Burrs Memorial Hospital
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Union shop scale row clouds mine union talks
Government and a coal mine union clash over whether to enforce the union shop rule. Lewis summoned the scale committee in Washington to decide if employers must join the union after a set period. Meanwhile San Diego sees AFL building trades strikes described as an open revolt against the U.S. government, with reports of workers ordered back to work.
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Four Axis ships sunk by British subs in the Mediterranean
The admiralty announced that British submarines in the Mediterranean have sunk four Axis troop or supply ships and two sailing vessels. The action underscores ongoing naval warfare in the region as Allied forces press operations against Axis shipping lanes.
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Tax plan debated to back price control measures
Ways argued that taxing power supports price control and defends defense needs, while Coughton warned inflation is urgent but urged full House effort. He noted the treasury program was "temporarily deferred" after shelving action, despite proposals for a 15 percent withholding tax lifting effective rates to about 22 percent for many earners.
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Coughton
Iowa Congressman outlines plate plan to save steel
Rep. John W. Gwynne of Iowa proposes using automobile license plates for a five year period to conserve steel for national defense. He notes that forty percent of motor vehicles registered in the United States are on farms and in towns with populations under 2,500.
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