Three Die in Flames as Train Hits Truck at Gate City
Severe cold topped news across the region as a freight train struck a truck in Gate City, killing three men. The cold snap drove readings to near zero, with below zero temperatures in multiple counties, freezing lines and widespread frost.
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Churchill Contends Nazis Weaker Than 1914 War
In Manchester Churchill argues Nazi Germany weaker than Imperial Germany in 1914 while warning Britain against complacency. He cites convoys, sinking losses, and mid war shift, criticizes fascist Oswald Mosley, praises Allied resilience, and warns Hitler’s best chance may already be behind him.
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Lewis Says Dems Need Labor Help In 1940 Campaign
Democratic labor support is seen as crucial by John L. Lewis and CIO leaders. The UMW leader warned against assuming no labor option exists and argued the party must address the country’s needs, toughening stance after criticizing New Deal figures while avoiding a direct presidential candidate pledge.
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Evil Old Man Garner Sees Lewis as Best Asset for White House
Vice President Garner says John Le Touwis opposition is the best political asset for his White House bid. Lewis had called Garner an old man and criticized the Democratic party. Wheeler, Norris, and other figures react as Columbus mine workers convention highlights GOP-style strategy.
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Russians suffer crushing setback on Lake Ladoga front
Finnish sources report remnants of four Finnish-ruled divisions fleeing after a week long attempt to flank the Mannerheim Line on frozen Lake Ladoga. The battle yielded the day’s only major action as Finns claim heavy Russian losses. Germany tightens propaganda and warns against listening to foreign broadcasts while Romania faces pressure over Balkan ententes and potential Axis alignment.
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Trade agreements praised for boosting U.S. jobs
A labor department spokesman told the House Ways and Means Committee that reciprocals trade pacts created far more jobs than they displaced and favored American workers. Isadore Lubin cited a 129 to 152 percent rise in manufacturing for export, noting the program softened the 1932 recession. He disputed Woodruff’s tariff and patent shift argument, saying factories returned as tariffs fell.
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Fee Grab Probe to Resume With Grand Jury Action
Sullivan County officers face charges in a renewed grand jury probe on fee grabbing and bribes. With jurors recovering, over a dozen members drawn, action expected Tuesday morning and witnesses to be examined ahead of possible new presentments.
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Finish Fight Looms on Primary Issue for Demos
The Sullivan county Democrats face a potential clash over selecting candidates by convention or primary. The party executive committee plans a meeting in Blountville to decide the issue tomorrow at 1 PM, amid rising interest and factions favoring both primary and convention approaches.
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Gas Oil Laden Truck Hit by Coal Train at Gate City
Two men and a 14 year old boy burned to death when a gas and oil laden truck was struck by a Southern Railway coal freight train at a grade crossing east of Gate City Virginia. Clarence Gobble 33 Carter Suttle 27 Hagan Gobble 14 died from burns after rescue. Elder Gobble died in hospital hours later.
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United States Demands Stricter China Rights Before Japan Treaty
Washington reports that the United States will require far broader protections for American citizens and property in China before renewing trade ties with Japan. The State Department seeks adherence to Chinese sovereignty, nonwar policies, and respect for American interests, signaling a tough stance echoed by Secretary Hull.
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