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Newspaper

Roswell Daily Record

Location

Roswell, New Mexico, United States of America

Date

Dec 21, 1939

Page

5

Britain Plans Samaria Escapes Collision At Sea

The Press Association reports the 19 597 ton British liner Samaria en route to the United States with many American passengers narrowly avoided a disaster after brushing a Canadian troop ship in an Atlantic fog. German Siegfried line extending eastward from its southern end toward Lake Constance near the Swiss frontier. French authorities note renewed Saar sector scouting skirmishes with a 45 minute air raid alarm in western France and anti aircraft fire. The German high command says artillery activity on the western front remains lively and a scouting plane was shot down near Pirpasens.

France Pir~pasens

Finns Seek War Material Loan Amid Finland Russia Debate

The Reconstruction Finance Corporation lent Finland 10,009,000 for nonwar materials, while Finns argued for battle planes and guns. Some congressmen warned the loan would violate policy on funding war materiel and risk U.S. relations with Russia, yet support cited Finland's prompt debt payments and public sympathy. Russian forces faced Finnish resistance on the Isthmus and in the north as harsh weather and heavy losses shaped the Arctic conflict.

Reconstruction Finance Corporation Finland Russia Congress Europe United States

Ickes Signals Liberal Appeal In Democratic Split

Trade adviser Harold Ickes cautioned against personal attacks on Vice President Garner and urged a clear liberal conservative split. He argued liberals hold power and warned the nation faces real shoals economically and socially if a liberal president is not elected. Ickes offered to convene a conference but could not name a convention city or discuss Roosevelt talks or near term political moves.

Garner Ickes Roosevelt

Germany Wins Trade Pact With Romania Amid Balkans Strain

German efforts to secure supplies through the Balkans intensify as Romania yields to Nazi terms after months of talks. With the western sea blockade intact, Berlin aims to keep eastern routes open and seeks further material from Moscow despite the Russo-Nazi pact.

Hitler Balkans Germany Rumania London Romania Danubian Russia Moscow

Liberals Muse on Third Party, Sacrifice Hit Debate

A liberal strategist argued the party might back a mainline option or a sacrifice hit if both major candidates looked unviable. He suggested a possible third party in New York with a near-certain defeat, noting primary laws hinder third party success since 1912. He also floated a nationwide presidential primary idea before nation action.

New York State Ickes Democratic Party

Russian air raids heavy toll in seven hospitals towns

Seven hospitals in towns report a heavy toll of civilian deaths and injuries. Provincial advisories note about 200 Russian planes seen in widespread attacks, especially in the southeast, last night. A daylight raid estimate similar to Tuesday and Wednesday. A British News Agency dispatch from London says the Russian war communiqué made no gains for the second day in succession.

N Exchange Telegraph London

Tells Story Of- (Continued from Page One) Nazi Ship Destroyed

The 12th Nazi vessel sank as part of Hitler’s policy of death by action. Captain Wilhelm Daehne, with 576 survivors, was transported to Ellis Island aboard the Tuscaloosa. He expressed low spirits over the loss yet accepted the command to scuttle. The Columbus was not armed and acted under orders.

Trality Nantucket Shoals Ellis Island Buenos Aires Hans Langsdorff Graf Spee Montevideo Sydney Berlin Langsdorff Lampe Daphne Tuscaloosa Vera Cruz Adolf Hitler Wilhelm Daehne U. S Columbus

Finns Hold Front as Tanks Destroyed in Daylong Battle

In a daylong engagement the enemy suffered heavy losses with eight tanks destroyed and no Allied advance. In one village the foe lost 20 machine guns while detachments behind enemy lines endured artillery fire during the night of December 20 21. At Aglajarvi southeastern front the battle continued.

Lieksa Repala Salla Petsamo Hoyhenkenjarvi Jordant River Coast Guard Koivisto Jarvi Muolajarvi

Psychology Of Giving Neckties In Christmas Gifting

Chicago is noted for the psychology behind Christmas gifts like nightmare neckties. Dr. Robert N. McMurry of the Chicago Central Y.M.C.A. college cites unconscious hostile impulses. He says gifts often reflect envy rivalry fear and hatred toward the recipient.

Chicago Robert N. McMurry Chicago Central Y. M. C. A. College

Tomorrow Last Day To Get Show Tickets

The Yucca theatre hosts a party for all children under 14 with a special show and candy. Free registration cards must be obtained by 6 PM tomorrow. cards are available at The Record until 5 PM and between 5 and 6 PM at The Yucca or Pecos.

Aggies Drake Tonight in New Mexico

The New Mexico Aggies face Drake tonight in Las Cruces with local fans awaiting the college basketball clash. Details are brief in the note, but expectations run high for a competitive matchup between the two programs.

Aggies DRAKE Las Cruces N. M New Mexico Aggies

Drake University Meet Here Tonight in Two-Game Series

Drake University hosts the first game of a two game basketball series tonight. The matchup features Drake taking on an as yet unspecified opponent at home in a regional collegiate contest scheduled for this evening. Local fans are advised to arrive early for tipoff.

Drake University

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