British Airplanes Reconnoiter Over Austria and Bohemia
The air ministry said British warplanes reconnoitered last night over Austria Bohemia and northwest Germany in the war’s largest survey flight. Observers noted two flight groups covering eastern Germany and Helgoland Bight while avoiding the Netherlands and Belgium. The ministry also reported a German aircraft downed off Scotland and bombs near three German destroyers, with one British plane said to have escaped Luxembourg.
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Fire Levels Downtown Block in California
A large blaze in Redding California leveled a downtown block as flames engulfed a three story building on Market Street. An early explosion preceded the fire at 2 30 am. Damage estimates range from five hundred thousand to over a million dollars. Firefighters from nearby towns aided the four piece department as lacquer drums burned in an automotive shop.
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William Clement
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Yubsing
Konoye Refuses Premier Post in Japan Crisis
Former Japanese prime minister Konoye refused to succeed Gen Nabusuki Abe, saying his conscience forbids it and he lacks the required economic expertise. After a meeting with Abe and War Minister Hata, he cited inadequate knowledge and warned popularity and birth cannot solve Japan’s problems. Army and financial circles had urged him to form a new government.
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Fumimaro Konoyve
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Shunroku Hata
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Mexico Rejects Monroe Doctrine and Expropriation Fight
President Lazaro Cardenas declared Mexico would not recognize the Monroe doctrine and would resolve its oil expropriation dispute by paying foreign companies for seized properties. He dismissed U S naval threats as false and stressed mutual consultation rather than intervention in Latin America.
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William H. Lander
United Press
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Paul Clark Rejected For State Post Despite High Exam
Madison The application of Paul Clark Rau Claire public service commission engineer for the commission secretaryship was rejected yesterday. Clark ranked first in general qualifying examination but lacked sufficient administrative experience. Estelle Rowe and Thomas Meihan were to be considered today, but Chairman Reuben W. Peterson doubted a selection would be made. Hugo Hering deputy state treasurer who placed fourth was named as a possible replacement after Clark’s disqualification. Calmer Piping who fled to pass remains secretary.
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Rau Claire
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Estelle Rowe
Thomas Meihan
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French disclose loss of eleven ships during war
Paris reports that eleven merchant ships totaling about 54 071 tons, roughly two percent of France's mercantile fleet, have been lost since the war began. Naval Minister Cesar Campinchi said seven of the 11 ships were sunk by Marines. He noted Germany failed to damage major French warships, and that French destroyers Sirocq and Adroit contributed to sinking German submarines, with about ten sunk by French forces.
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International at Glange raids and air actions across Europe
Associated Press reports German raiders scout Britain as defenders shoot down one aircraft. British fliers range into Bohemia and Austria while Berlin says British air attacks failed against German destroyers. French report claims Nazi planes downed. Russians and Finns prepare for renewed battle above Arete. Washington notes debates on keeping neutrality amid belligerent actions.
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Four Killed When Plane Falls in Muddy Field
A Detroit family tragedy unfolds as a small plane crashes in a corn field near Casey, killing four aboard. Victims identified include Mary Borowicz, 17, Leonard 19, Jeune 17, and pilot William B. Maycock, 44, head of Maycock Charter Service. Investigators say the crash occurred during a forced landing after a fire or unknown cause. Witness Mrs. Marietta Whitney described the craft exploding on impact and the fire surrounding the engine as the plane went down.
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Casey
Sidiers
Weekend Rain or Snow Weathers Across Wisconsin
A turbulent forecast for Wisconsin predicts rain or snow over the weekend with warmer temperatures in most areas except the far southeast. The winter conditions may bring slick roads and potential ice, while some sections expect measurable snowfall amounts across the state.
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Rhinender
Bulgaria Turkey seal peace views amid Balkan tensions
A Sofia communique states Bulgaria and Turkey fully renounce conflict and support peace in the Balkans. Prime Minister Kiosselvanoff and Turkish Foreign Affairs chief Menemencoglu met in Sofia, with King Boris receiving the message and Bulgaria pledging neutrality under a policy of friendship. Italy’s leadership in a southeastern European front against Soviet expansion is noted as boosting Turkey’s security, while talks urge moderation over Dobruja and Romania. The Sofia talks follow Italian Hungarian discussions on a defensive bloc and Yugoslav–Romanian diplomacy assessing Russian moves in the region.
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Byrd Ii Antarctic Bases Planned in Early Expedition
Readable fragments describe preparations for two U S Antarctic bases as part of an expedition to study natural resources. The first group left aboard the U S S North Star with others to follow on the USS Bean. Officials note copper iron or gold and silver may lie beneath the surface, and radio links will connect crews with a central office.
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Nazis Claim Poles Deserting French Forces
Berlin dispatch reports officials say Polish soldiers in the French army are deserting and crossing the Western front line amid tensions. The claim cites disruptions within the allied forces and potential morale issues on the front.
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Berlin
Svere
Reds Bomb Helsinki Keep Up Finnish Fronts
Russian forces launch air and ground assaults across Finland including Helsinki region, with casualties reported and the Finns and Germans forming defensive lines. Soviet raids on Karelian isthmus and Sellasvetor uncertain, while Swedish reports note large Russian troop drops and attempts to encircle Finnish positions.
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United Press
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Shipyard Blast Roars Through Northwich Plant
Fire crews battled a blaze at the Yarwood shipbuilding yard in Northwich Cheshire as an explosion wrecked the plant. Officials alleged foremen tampering sparked the incident about 30 miles southeast of Liverpool in the western Midlands region.
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Yarwoorl
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Cheshire
Pitt
Narthalleh
Laverpool
Middle England
Badger Republican plans to revise party constitution
A disjointed passage reports Madison Pim outlining a plan for revising the Badger Republican constitution. The narrative lists committee actions, individuals, and dates as it hints at internal party processes but remains unclear and fragmentary.
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Wisconsin Garner Supporters Plan Open Six Offices
Wisconsin supporters of Garner organize to open six campaign offices across Racine Fond du Lac Wisconsin Dells Superior and Green Bay areas with a fourth and fifth district setup. State headquarters to be joined by new city offices in Milwaukee Madison and Cheyenne?
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WPA Regulations Jeopardize Milwaukee Poll Workers
Milwaukee area workers face 400 to 500 losses as WPA rules bar political activity including working in election booths. State WPA administrator Philip D. Branner says new rules will interpret Hatch and appropriation laws, keeping employees off polls if they engage in any campaign duties.
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Philip D. Branner
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Weather Service Forecast From Buckstaff Observatory
Northwest and west regions expect 10 to 20 degrees drop with a 30 degree high near 32 in the northwest area. From Thursday 6 p.m. to Friday 8 p.m. forecast shows maximum 31 minimum 11 with no precipitation. Wind southwest, barometer 29.70 inches. One year ago maximum 24.1 minimum 16. Delanay.
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Delanay
Soviet Bombers Strike Helsinki in First Raid in Weeks
Soviet air planes bombed Helsinki shortly before 2 p.m. causing 2 deaths and 20 wounded according to an official communiqué. One plane reportedly shot down over Helsinki. bombs hit a hospital courtyard and near Hotel Kemp where reporters stayed. Fire crews battled blazes as residents sought shelter and coms lines failed. Continued details to follow.
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Ly Webb Miller
United Press
Helsinki
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Ielsinki
Kemp
Copenhagen
Stockholm
Norway's budget reaches record high amid defense costs
Oslo reports Norway's cabinet presented a 826.0 million kroner budget, about 90 million dollars, the largest in history. The plan includes 3 million kroner monthly for neutrality guard maintenance and outlines projected increases for future years.
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