Empire Leaders Call Canadians to Stand for Civilization
Former Canadian prime minister Rt. Hon. K OB Bennett urged Canadians to support Britain in its war with Germany to defend Christian civilization. He praised Chamberlain and warned that a German victory would erase democracy and a Western Christian order. Bennett noted Canada’s role in Empire air training and urged maximum purchase of British goods to sustain Britain’s economy.
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England
Naval Heroes The King Decorates A Number Of Officers
London reports the King honors numerous Royal Navy officers for deeds of heroism. Commander Richard Frank Jolly is cited posthumously for mortally wounding in battle as Mohawk entered port. Submarine Spearfish crew and mine clearance teams receive recognition for risky operations.
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Royal memento candlesticks gifted to Banff church
A pair of silver candlesticks from King George VI and Queen Elizabeth to Rev Canon H Tuller Montgomery. The 12 inch high hexagonal shafts feature an English rose and Canadian maple leaf entwined with stamps inside the bases showing a rampant view, a leopard’s head and the letters D AWW.
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Arabs Support for Turkey Against Bolshevism Urged
Alsabah in Cairo urges Arab unity with Turkey if war breaks out in the Near East. The Arab review condemns Bolshevism and German propaganda aimed at sowing Turks and Arabs discord, urging Muslims to fight Russia and defend Arab independence.
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Near East
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British Officer Escapes from Luxembourg Internment
A British flying officer held since a forced Luxembourg landing on November 8 escaped after withdrawing a pledge of parole. A Luxembourg guard had been assigned, but the officer slipped away with the guard’s permission to walk. The escape ends a days long search for the internee.
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Chinese Report Claims Heavy Japanese Casualties
The Chinese government announced that from December 1 to 25 Japanese casualties totalled 100,009 with 43,800 killed. A Chinese military spokesman denied Japanese claims that the winter offensive failed and said major drives to disrupt Japanese communications have not yet begun. He noted ongoing Chinese attacks on the Yangtze River last year averaged two Japanese ships lost weekly.
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German cotton harvest marks drive for self sufficiency
Berlin reports the first German grown cotton harvested this year as part of an economic self sufficiency push. Eastern Germany saw successful experimental cultivation in harsh climate as scientists predict major shifts in world raw materials. New York reports Anthony H. Fakker died at 49 in Murray Hill hospital from pneumococcal meningitis after a gallant fight. Fakker, a Dutch aircraft designer, had been in the United States three weeks.
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German freighters ordered to reach Germany intercepted at sea
The Daily News reports Capt. Frederick Stengler of the Arauca says all German merchant ships were ordered to reach Reichport. He says the Arauca and the Columbus were trying to follow orders when intercepted by British warships. The Columbus was scuttled. the Arauca fled to Port Everglades.
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Daily News
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Columbus
Port Everglades
Doctor Dafoe Seeks Release from Duties with Dionne Quintuplets
Dr Allan Roy Dafoe says after two years he seeks relief from his duties as guardian to the Dionne quintuplets. He states no action has been taken and he wishes to focus on the health and well being of the children and avoid business arrangements.
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Allan Roy ‘Dafoe
Britain looks to Canada for vast wartime supplies
A London trade mission reports Britain will rely on Canada for large food and metal imports during wartime. Canada to ship wheat cheese bacon lumber canned goods rubber footwear and tobacco products while restricting others including live cattle and typewriters. Britain will also take lead zinc copper aluminum and nickel in quantities beyond its own needs.
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Canadian Experts Return From War Material Talks
A Canadian delegation returned from negotiations with foreign officials. Members include A. M. Shaw of Agriculture, George McIvor head of the Wheat Board, L. B. Wilgress of Trade and Commerce, Clarence Jackson from Mines and Resources, and Air Commodore L. S. Breadner advising on air matters.
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Agriculture Department
George McéIvor
Canadian Wheat Board
L. B. Wilgress
Trade and Commerce Department
Clarence Jackson
Mines and Resources Department
L. S. Breadner
Defence Department
Canadian Performing Right Society to Continue Scholarships in 1940
President H. T. Jamieson announced that the Canadian Performing Right Society will offer scholarships and cash awards in 1940. In the past two years about 75 competitors from all provinces vied, with 10 awards given: three in British Columbia and Ontario each, one in Manitoba New Brunswick and Prince Edward Island. The contest is open to Canadians under 22 of any sex and closes March 1, 1940.
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H. T. Jamieson
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Manitoba
New Brunswick
Prince Edward Island
French Navy Reports Sinkings On Western Front
A French war communique said two additional U boats were destroyed by French naval units. The release also noted increased patrol activity on the Western Front.
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Paris
Trade Treaty To Expire As Japan Embargo Looms
Washington reports the Roosevelt administration will not seek a new commercial treaty with Japan and plans to impose an embargo on raw materials when the current pact expires on January 26. The move aims to pressure Japan while risking potential conflict.
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Quake in Turkey Brings Heavy Loss of Life
Early reports from western Turkey describe a major earthquake along the Black Sea coast with thousands feared dead. Damage spans Samsun Sivas Ordu Tokat Amasia Yozgat and surrounding towns as rescuers comb ruins by torchlight amid shattered water mains and rail lines.
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Airports designated for military use across Canada
Sixteen Canadian airports are designated by the transport department as ports for direct or indirect military use. The list from the Canada Gazette includes Vancouver, Lethbridge, Calgary, Edmonton, Regina, Stevenson Field Winnipeg, Fort William, Kapuskasing, North Bay, Malton Toronto, Hamilton, Uplands Ottawa, St Hubert near Montreal, Saint John, Halifax, and Moncton.
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Stevenson Field
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Malton
Toronto
Hamilton
Upland
King Replies To Canada Christmas New Year Greetings
Governor General Tweedsmuir received a cable from the King acknowledging thanks for Canadian Christmas and New Year wishes. The message from Sandringham expresses gratitude and hopes for a happier year for the Queen and himself.
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Citawis
Lard Tweedsmuir
Sandringham
Canada
Finns on Skis Challenge Invaders in Arctic Front
The Phantom Finns in white blend with snow as they scout, skirmish, and strike along the Salla region and Karelian front. Ski troops carry packs of 40 to 50 pounds and can cover 30 to 35 miles daily aided by reindeer-hide gloves and light artillery.
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Finnish Troops Receive Expensive Furs From British Women
Mme. G. A. Gripenberg said British titled women and housewives donated mink coats sealskin fur-lined boots and helmets to aid Finnish soldiers and refugees in Arctic conditions. The appeal gathered coats furs and baby clothes from London social circles to protect refugees.
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Mme
G. A. Gripenberg
Mme. Gripenberg
Release of British Consular Staff From Germany and Czecho-Slovakia
British consular officials and their families held since the outbreak of war in Germany and Czecho-Slovakia are being released, according to authoritative informants. Consuls do not enjoy the same diplomatic immunity as embassy staffs. The embassy staff left Berlin at the war's beginning.
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Czecho-Slovakia
London
Berlin
Emperor Hirohito Opens Diet Grateful for Amicable Ties
Japanese Emperor Hirohito opens the thth Wet parliament session expressing gratitude that relations with treaty powers have grown closer. Attending diplomats include British Ambassador Sir Rh Craigie, U S Ambassador Joseph Grew, and German Ambassador Ott.
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Hirohito
Sir Rh. Craigie
United States
Arnie Aeph
Grew
Munjerhouigene Ott
Aimbassador
Appointment of Lieut de Martigny to overseas education service
The Overseas Educational Service Montreal announces the appointment of Lieut SL HL de Martigny as associate director of the Canadian Active Service Force education program. This follows the earlier appointment of Robert Eng of Winnipeg as director, continuing the Legion’s education efforts across Canada's Active Service Forces.
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