Japan protests British seizure of 21 Germans on Asama Maru
Japan formally protested to Britain over the halt of the liner Asama Maru and the seizure of 21 German passengers. The incident near Yokohama was called a serious unfriendly act by Japan’s vice foreign minister. Shipping passengers included former Standard Oil seamen en route from San Francisco to Germany. Passports were checked and Germans were removed amid tense diplomatic exchanges.
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Retmin
Tokio
Japan
Britain
Was
Siberia
Masayuki Tan
Robert Leslie Craigie
Foreign Office
Sai
Robert
Tre Asame
Maey
Yokonama
San Francesco
Saturney
Standard Oil Company
Central
South Ameria
Japer
United States
State Department
Suma
Yokohima
Asama
San Timusea Jar
Standard Oil
San Franecisco
Germer
Asama Mara
Sha
USA
Ian Ongestt Baer
New York Coal Dispute Ends After Strike Settlement
New York's coal deliveries resume today after a strike compromise. The International Brotherhood of Teamsters and Chauffeurs demanded wage increases from 110 to 120 cents an hour plus extra pay per truck for safety and temporary unemployment aid, halting deliveries during the dispute. Negotiations will continue with five other unions connected to coal transportation.
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New York
Fources
Internmenann
Brotherhood of Teamsters and Chauffeurs CA
Aecle
Stetieq
Continuance of the Dies Committee Approved in House
The rules committee unanimously approved and sent to the House a resolution to continue the Dies committee on American activities for another year. Administration leaders planned to bring the measure up for passage tomorrow despite Democratic objections to procedural restrictions and closed hearings.
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Washington
House Rules Committee
House
Dies Committee
Jeaders
Voorhis
Calfornia
Casey
Massachusetts
Dies
Clesed
Swiss Will Leave City on the Rhine
Swiss authorities ordered evacuation of the Rhine frontier zone around Konstanz and Breavlingen affecting 40000 to 60000 residents. The plan includes removing civilians from fortified districts to special camps for later settlement in Germany or Switzerland as a precautionary measure amid heightened danger.
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Breavlingen
Switzerland
Konstanz
British Destroyer Gron Vie Sunk in Minefield Action
The British destroyer Gron Vie was sunk by a mine near treacherous Baltic waters. Reports indicate heavy activity in the Helsinki Gulf and Baltic area with speculation of Russian or Baltic involvement amid tense maneuvers and intelligence notices.
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Assoc Rted Press
London
Gron- Vie
Helsinki
Gulf of Finland
Toh
Tapinese
Rome
Ciano
Legme
Taft to Decide on Ticket Upon Return to Washington
Milwaukee report says Senator Robert A Taft plans to decide in Washington on whether to enter Wisconsin delegates and press an uninstructed delegation. He is urged by state Republicans to play along with the unwritten delegate plan.
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Taft
Milwaukee
Robert A Taft
Ohio
Washington
Finns Repel Repeated Soviet Assaults on Karelia Front
Finnish forces report sustaining daily clashes on the Kiueliin isthmus and Karelian front as Soviet attempts to breach resistance falter. High command notes hundreds of Reds fatally wounded in ongoing operations with Finnish units holding positions and reporting continued engagement.
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Karelian Isthmus
Eastern Front
Wade Weiner
Karelian
Kiueliin
Finns use can opener to attack Russian tank
Report says two Finns armed with crowbars seized a tank, pried open its turret, and dropped a grenade inside, killing the crew. High command cited Taipale sector losses with about 120 enemy dead, plus hundreds more in front of our lines. Eastern front also saw Russian attacks repelled with significant casualties. Coast defense and ice fortifications around the Gulf of Finland were bolstering Finland against a potential over ice assault.
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Nelsorhi
UPL
High Command
Taipale
Lake Ladoga
Lammola
Gulf of Finland
Finland
Estonia
Todey
Hanko
Harko
Suthe
Baltisht
Russie & Betomian
WPA Auditioning Project To Aid Wisconsin Writers
Madison hosts a new WPA program aimed at aiding Wisconsin music writers. The venture seeks composers from eight cities, staging auditions for 290 participants to build skills and place musicians in the state’s rehabilitation and education efforts.
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WPA
Madison
Wisconsin
Wots Progres
Fae Lion
Philip P Piram
Rg Phate Comet
Sain Reding
Towoc
Medi
W.seanen
Mpc
Milwaukee
Wilemer
Muse
Fem
Bing
Vwline
Solemn Rite Held for Famed Idaho Statesman Leader
Washington D C reports a solemn state funeral for Idaho statesman whose long service left a legacy in the stover moment amid decrees and a vast display of respect. President Roosevelt and other dignitaries attended as the senate, cabinet, and Supreme Court members gathered in a ceremonial setting with roses, carnations, and wreaths. The Episcopal service was led by Rev Zc Barnes with other clergy assisting.
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Washington
Stover
Moe
Idaho Steeman
Supreme Court
Roosevelt
Senate
Frida
Zc Barnes Phidbips
James Laura Mortgurmuy
House Cife Sun
Cold Snap Hits Texas Regions Hurting Crops
Fragmented OCR reads of a winter weather piece describe a cold spell deeply affecting Texas crops and agricultural areas from San Antonio to the Gulf, with mentions of frost and damaged yields across multiple counties. The text shows garbled place names and weather notes but centers on winter conditions impacting farming.
Weather snapshot and forecasts from January 22
A scrambled weather summary notes sunrise around seven o clock and forecasts for the day. It mentions cloudy periods, colder weekends in the northeast, and varying temperatures across stations including Milwaukee and Los Angeles, with readings and forecasts up to 14 degrees above or below normal in some areas.
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Sun San Dam
Sofr
Wiscars
Ainsettind
Milwaukee
Orhiesal
Los Angeles
United Presse Proieq
Four British Four Neutral Ships Lost Over Weekend
A weekend report notes the loss of four British and four neutral ships amid ongoing hostilities. The tally appears in a midwestern context with political and wartime references, including campaign planning and mobility of fleets. The article mixes naval losses with political maneuvering ahead of a major European conflict.
London and British Fleet Suffer Heavy Losses in War At Sea
A wave of British destroyer and other vessel losses marked wartime action around the British Isles. Reports speak of destroyer Grenyuo sunk after torpedo attack, with several ships and crews missing or presumed lost. Casualties include both naval and merchant vessels amid icy Atlantic waters.
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London
British Isles
Grenyuo
Gnondardy
Mu Bistans
2St
Wits
Adinarthy Ued
Defenses Foreseen By Senate Committee Proposal
A Senate appropriations committee outlines a plan to cover a newly proposed defense program with a budget of 12090 800. The document references ongoing debates over funding levels, oversight, and the role of the committee in shaping the defense package while mentioning political figures and party affiliations in a broad context.
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Washinton
Senate
Enone
Somite
Noel
Abel Bons
Only A Few Of Crew Are Still Missing From Orazia
Meusraile France report says 412 aboard the Hahan motorship Orazia were saved after a fire off the south coast of Prince, but only four to five crew members of 23 aboard survived. Heavy seas and wind hindered rescue as 10 passengers and 104 others were reported missing. Italian liner Conte Hercom and ship Colombo aided rescues while air support and warships aided operations.
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Meursaile
France
Hlalfin
Hahan
Orazia
Prince Focal
Halan Line
Portret
Tlenth
Boe Hotel
Conte Hercom
Slamer
Colombo
Tovlon
Borelan
Reefer
Belobra
Pat von Deelend
Sheboygan County Grants Funds to Finns
Sheboygan County announces grant disbursements totaling 6279 to Finns and related organizations. The chaotic OCR fragment references various miswritten names, places, and sums including 3500 and 1213, suggesting a list of financial allocations or aid payments. The legible portion confirms a county funding event for immigrant or ethnic community groups in Wisconsin.
Neenah Merit Honored by Fraternal Group
Neenah merit recipients were named in a local fraternal organization’s event. The report lists several directors and community leaders present, including Headrad and Marison, with notes on awards and the ceremony proceedings.
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Neenah Mer
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