Germany May Lend Aid to Russian Army Report
A Soviet Krasnaya Svesta commentary, reprinted by German press, flags a possible general war and accuses Britain and France of seeking to widen the war with Germany. Observers see it as German propa ganda to cushion future support for the Reds and warn that Allied aid to Finland or troop deployments to the Black Sea could draw Germany in.
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Why Russian Army Fails Vatican City
The Vatican paper Osservatore Romano argues the Soviet military decline stems from dictatorship and incompetence. It cites lack of patriotism, weak officers, chronic supply shortages, and poor logistics, blaming communist aims for erasing individual heroism and national spirit.
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Hungary's Count Canky travels to Italy for Balkan talk
Foreign Minister Count Canky of Hungary leaves for a ten day visit to Italy with diplomats saying discussions will include possible Balkan moves by Soviet Russia. Talks likely focus on potential Russian march into Romania's Bessarabia and Italy's stance on a Hungarian advance into Transylvania to secure the Carpathian bulwark. Japan estimates coal mines in Jehol Province contain 700 million tons.
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Challenge To Civilization Fire In War Speech At New York Club
Elder statesman in transit to England for a homeward voyage spoke to about 200 members of the Canadian Club of New York. He praised dominion stand with the motherland, urged unity of empire and Allies, and noted US sympathy and aid to Finland and Poland in a sweeping defense of Christian civilization.
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Stuck To His Post Under Frostbite Heroic Wireless Operator
A Royal Air Force wireless operator on a reconnaissance mission three miles up in 30 below zero frostbite kept his transmitter running for half an hour despite painful injuries. His plane faced heavy anti aircraft fire near a German naval base while he relayed positions of a destroyer and a submarine. He guided the craft back to a safe landing after five hours aloft and was rushed to medical care.
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Roosevelt program for Congress in brief
The message outlines five program points: raise taxes to fund emergency national defense, extend the reciprocal trade agreements act as a foundation for peace, boost national defense appropriations while cutting many other budget items, continue seeking solutions to unemployment, and cultivate a sense of national unity in and out of Congress.
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New Training Plane From Carnes Wright Corp
The Carnes-Wright Corporation, aircraft and motor makers, announced mass production of a new all metal military training plane. It claims a top speed of 215 miles per hour and is intended for training combat pilots for an unnamed foreign government.
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St Lawrence Project Talks Opened With U S Government
Prime Minister Mackenzie King announced at a press conference that negotiations with the United States and Ontario seek a basis for deep water navigation and power developments on the St Lawrence River. He suggested an initial move could come in the US Senate as talks proceed with pending legislation.
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Britain Reports Net Shipping Stability From Admiralty Data
Ottawa notes that the British Admiralty report shows mercantile shipping losses averaging 25,500 tons weekly over 16 weeks, while new construction and other gains average 25,000 tons weekly. Overall, Britain maintains cargo capacity with a net loss rate of about 40,000 tons weekly across British Allied and neutral shipping, equating to roughly one percent of total ships conveyed.
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Britain Proclaims Mass Military Duty Amid Italian Reactions
Italian observers report London banners and headlines on Britain's royal decree to draft Britons aged 19 to 28. The move is seen as Britain’s push for maximum force and a signal to neutral powers, with estimates of up to 8.5 million men under arms this year.
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Lawmakers Propose Moves Over Russia Finland Aid
Representative Bolles of Wisconsin introduced a resolution to sever relations with Russia and prohibit embassy expenditures in Moscow. Bills to aid Finland in its war with Russia were also filed. Representative Hook of Michigan urged Treasury authorization for a $60 million loan to Finland and refunding Finland’s debt interest to the United States.
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Aid For Finns Ottawa Aid Considered By Cabinet
Ottawa reports Prime Minister Mackenzie King says Canada is considering relief for Finland. Discussions cover supplies and forms of relief organized in Canada and the United States. He notes no active military participation but may lend aid to the Red Cross in Finnish relief efforts.
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British Ambassador to Russia Returns Home for Holiday
Sir William Leeds, widely regarded as the British ambassador in Moscow, leaves his post for a holiday and is not retiring or tied to any imminent British white paper. He has served over a year without leave and departed Moscow on January 2 for a brief respite in Britain.
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Ireland Faces Emergency Powers to Clash with Outlawed IRA
Dublin moves to curb the IRA with a 25 line Emergency Powers Act allowing internment without trial. Justice Minister Boland urged a special session as opposition leader Cosgrave called constitutional challenge. Government cites raids, bombs, and cash as proof of threat while British sentences for Coventry bombing provoke pleas for clemency.
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James Richards
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Greater Safety Britain Declines Camouflage for Historic Landmarks
Britain will not camouflage cathedrals and historic buildings during the war as advised by the ministry of home security after consulting church authorities and experts. Officials say camouflage risks irreparable damage and could aid enemy recognition from the air due to distinctive features and layouts.
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London
Ministry of Home Security
Nazi News Broadcasts Ordered in Hotels and Restaurants
German hotels and restaurants must broadcast Nazi newscasts loudly as ordered by Hermann Esser head of the German Travel Association. The directive targets all hostels and eateries, aiming to push guests to hear the regime’s news regardless of their wishes due to complaints about loud talking and unpaid attention.
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