Third Russian Division 18 Near Collapse at Finnish Front
Finnish forces reported nearly surrounding the Russian 18th Division at Kukkaimmo near Suomussalmi after routing the 44th and Ward divisions. Border posts were established along the frontier between Lake Bianta and Kant as Finnish control expanded in the area east of Lake Kant. The battle featured heavy shelling and vehicle wreckage, with Finnish casualties light compared to thousands of Russian dead and about 1,000 captured. reports praised Finnish strategic mobility and noted the strong defense failed to stem the Finnish advance.
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Smile
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Suonussalni
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Pat Hicks Killed in Auto Crash at Rotherwood Bridge
Pat Hicks a well known automobile salesman of Kingsport was killed when his car struck the Rotherwood bridge. Investigating officer J G Upchurch said the vehicle skidded and hit the extreme right side of the bridge. Hicks was rushed to Community Hospital but died on arrival. The accident occurred near Rogersville and involved a 1 vehicle crash with the car damaged beyond repair. In Johnson City Tennessee the Endicote Johnson shop corporation closed after 15000 workers rejected unionization by a 5 to 1 margin causing celebrations in the streets.
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Pat Hicks
MKings+ port
Rotherwood Bridge
Siegh Hicks
G. C. Alvis
Hawkins Counts
Hicks
Mantlett-Dobson
Tawi County
Ais
I Lingsport
Latimer-Logaly Chevrolethic
Naketle
Hirles
Wittusses
Rogersville
Johnson City
al Planta
Endicote Johnson Shop Corporation
Tndustrial Orpganzation Union
Jelisen
Georae I. Johnson
Wesndrot
Joluert
Rennet
Edeovie
Nashville
Wilin
Clyde Wills
Medric
Sioune
Faher
T. Wilk
Knoxville
Cavernor Cooper
Sue
Protests Against Murthy Appointment Stir in Senate Fight
Confusing late dispatch reports protests against the appointment of Attorney General Murals, while a separate note from Washington cites payroll debates and political maneuvering. The Senate Judiciary panel prepares for a session as other items and international war coverage appear on the page.
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Murthy
Washington
Jac
Henetor Wuele
de Neb
Dey Hota “Ngiber
Ueneral
Sipronic Court
Senate Judiciiry Conaugitten
Education budget increase favored in Richmond session
Gov Price proposes biennial education funding rise to expand unemployment benefits payroll relief and public school spending. He urges $2.5 million more for text books salaries and retirement reform, aiming to curb payroll taxes and lower state costs while maintaining teacher pay.
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Richmond
H. Price
Geers
Une Ta Ho
Tiearnor
Wight
Virginia
Syetune Fur
Willgood
Alwey
Otie Stuf
CMEN KEEP FILES ON ENEMY AGENTS
President Hoover's FBI has compiled an extensive enemy index of individuals and organizations aiding enemy propaganda or sabotage. The files, arranged alphabetically and geographically, would identify and locate subversive elements abroad and at home for swift action. Local safeguards included plant surveillance and heightened security measures amid wartime tensions.
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Washtington
Inalkson
Congress
Adger Hoover
Vedersl Bureau of Investigation
Hols
Mary
United State
Ayyron
Shang Sveeter
Unis
Groupis
Ite
Gelling
Sabul
Wwe
Tom
Vorlai
Lurge
Anti-Lynching Bill Faces Senate Fight in Congress
Washington reports contention over constitutionality of the measure and pleas to avoid reopening old wounds as supporters push final passage. Rep. Fish argues the bill is necessary, citing precedents and penalties for officers failing to prevent lynchings and for subdivisions with signs of mob violence. Opponents claim it overreaches and offers an elaborate fix to a problem already addressed.
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Washington
Fom
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Duc Holter Seealors
Enroush
Sey Cungress
Defense fund gains approval by House group
Washington Jan 10 The House Appropriations Committee approved in general President Roosevelt's emergency defense and neutrality outlays for the army coast guard FBI and other agencies. Total proposed 207 197 908 for rest of fiscal year ending June 30 with reductions from 271 090 523. The panel trimmed food costs and solidified claims of restraint in election year.
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House Appropriations Committee
Roosevelt
Army
May
Coast Guard
Federal Bureau of Investigation
Executive Branch
Gata
White House
House
L Aving
RUGS
Resy
Investig
Derense Fund
Court Attack Coverage By Chase Answers In Local Memo
Magistrate M M Clase faces an attack by TA Dodson on court practices. The piece notes alleged fee disputes and calls for dismissal of cases including State of Time vs Melvin Dat and Rob Watkins. The author claims to have heard evidence before Magistrate George B Bradley and refers readers to CHASE ANSWERS page 4.
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M. M. Clase
TA. Dodson
Singsport Times
Willie
Melvin
Rob
Orial
George B. Bradley
Hing
Uye
Chase
Kingsport Chosen for Judges Meet Amid Planning
Kingsport was chosen to host a judges meet with members of the Tormussee County Judges Association expected to attend. The session aims to organize the exchange of ideas toward a more efficient county government operation. County Judge M N Wh Band described progress and noted a new wing and map fee system discussed by Albert Wing of the Vidavon County Court.
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Kawti Place
Albert Wing
Dravidyon County Court
Relentless Cold Wave Predicted Across State
Weather forecasters said a ten day cold period would linger with highs near 39 degrees and lows around 17, the longest freeze since 1936. Ground remains frozen to 12 inches, hindering water service work as crews plan new deep wells and repairs.
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Hell Wingsport
Wes
At & A.m
Oscar Wing
Sing
Federal district in state up again
The plan to create four new federal judicial districts in Tennessee was advanced in Congress. The bill, backed by Senator McKellar, would establish districts with a central office in Chattanooga, and is moving through Senate approval despite Republican opposition led by Rep. Vandenberg.
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Washington
Dat
Smaater
Balkan events hint at renewed Axis encouragement
A fragmentary Lisbon era dispatch suggests possible renewed Axis encouragement linked to Balkan developments. The report notes naval moves and political strains as potential signs, while cautioning that the items may be unrelated yet share a common anti Soviet or anti Russian angle in the broader theater.
RAF and German air battles over Syl Helgoland Bight reported
London and Berlin dispatches describe air clashes near the island of Sylt and Helgoland Bight as British and German forces claim patrols and attacks. German high command says eight British vessels sunk. British admiralty cites losses of one British and two Danish ships. Canadian troops arrive in Montois and units near the Finnish border observe fighting in the northeast.
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