Italy hunts spies as war escalates in Ethiopia front
In Rome on December 26 a military communique reports five Ethiopians killed and six wounded in a Christmas day clash with Danakil troops. It notes Danakil forces dispersed Ethiopian attackers on the plateau’s eastern slopes and reports aviation strikes near Dolo. Badoglio’s police have tried 12 natives in a summary court martial for spying. three executed, nine jailed from one to 16 years.
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Danakil
Somaliland
Dawa Parma
Genale Doria
Dolo
How to Alkalize Your Stomach Almost Instantly
Quick relief for upset stomach and acidity using Philips Milk of Magnesia. Suggests 2 teaspoons in water or 2 tablets for immediate neutralizing effect. Advises after meals use and to verify genuine Philips label.
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Philips
Magnesia
Roosevelt Sets Course for State of the Union Message
President Roosevelt stayed at the White House to draft his annual message to Congress and the budget for the coming fiscal year. He met with Daniel Bell, acting budget director, and David Sarnoff of RCA, as he moved from notes to detailed outlining.
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Washington
Roosevelt
Congress
White House
Daniel Bell
David Sarnoff
Radio Corporation of America
Louisiana Faces Severe Cold Across State
North Mississippi recorded seven degrees and 25 below freezing as farmers faced livestock losses from a blizzard. In Monroe and West Monroe the thermometer hit 22 degrees, the coldest day of the season, with warnings of possibly 16 degrees overnight.
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Mississippi
Agricultural Extension Service
Monroe
West Monroe
Brough Former Governor Dies After Brief Service
Former governor Brough dies at his home after a brief religious service. He will be buried in Little Rock after a likely Sunday afternoon ceremony. Survived by his widow and stepmother Mrs. Cora S. Brough of Los Angeles, there are no children. The death occurred after a normal morning, with Mrs. Brough finding him collapsed when she returned from retrieving a newspaper.
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Ark
Brough
Cora S. Brough
Los Angeles
Christmas Peace Efforts Amid War Tensions Worldwide
Amid fascist bans on Christmas trees and League of Nations anxieties, holiday cheer softened by wartime restraint. In the U S President Roosevelt celebrated with family while J Pierpont Morgan read A Christmas Carol with grandchildren. Col Lindbergh and son journeyed abroad to evade kidnap threats as Dionne quints enjoyed jelly dessert. A record cold snap hit the Midwest and Harvard received a $500 endowment for roaming scholars. Congress faces a pending 2000 million soldier bonus and debates neutrality policy renewal.
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Washington
Sara
White House
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Charles Dickens
Mr. Roosevelt
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Morgan Library
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Jon
England
A. R. Dafoe
Callander
Ont
Mama
Papa Dionne
Harvard University
Thomas W. Lamont
New York
Devils Lake
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Santa Claus
Ind
New Deal Fight in Congress Aims for 1936 Election
Congress debates the six major New Deal laws including the utility holding company act and social security as the Supreme Court review nears. Lawmakers warn a court ruling could extend the session beyond April or May, with fights possibly dragging into summer to shape the 1936 election.
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AAA
Supreme Court
Congress
Postmaster Named at Newllano Louisiana
Postmaster General Farley announced the appointment of E. O. Joynes as postmaster at Newllano Louisiana as of December 26.
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Washington
Farley
E. O. Joynes
Newllano
Chinese Dish Spotlight Features Octopus Ingredient
A beloved Chinese dish centers on octopus as a key component. The preparation highlights its chewy texture and savory flavors, complemented by regional spices and traditional sauces.
Two Auto Crash Involving Freight Engines Reported
Reports describe head lacerations and bruises to two black passengers in a collision with locomotives near Five Points. Jessie Marshal, driver, cited failure to see the engine as the car struck a parked vehicle owned by Robert Ayers in Ruston.
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Climmie Cann
St. Francis Sanitarium
Jessie Marshal
Marshal
Robert Ayers
Trenton Street
Ruston
William Simpson
North Second
Olive Streets
Island Drive
Grammont
Hall Streets
Charles Tuggle
North Tenth Street
Pauline Bernhardt
Sheriff's Department
Columbia Road
Robert Armstrong
Columbia
Sidney Gates
Sikes
Edgewater
DeSiard Road
Synagogue Plans Young People Service Friday
Temple B N a i Israel hosts an annual service for young people Friday at 7 p.m. in observance of the Feast of Dedication marking the Maccabean victory. Rabbi F K Hirsch will preach on Modern Maccabees. A post service reception in the church annex welcomes college students visiting for holidays.
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Temple B’nai Israel
F. K. Hirsch
Stop That Cough Before It Becomes Something Worse
A vintage drug ad promotes FOLEY'S HONEY AND TAR claiming instant relief for tickling hacking coughs and chest congestion. It touts a non habit forming formula with added ingredients and promises sound sleep with a spoonful at night. Available at druggists for 30a. Get a bottle today.
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