Scandinavian chiefs to act on Finnish crisis in Nordic talks
Oslo reports that Norway's foreign minister Halvdan Koht led a Scandinavian conference with Sweden's Tidhar Bander and Denmark's Peter Munch to discuss the Russian Finnish conflict. They urged peace in northern Europe while Denmark's Prime Minister Thoreld Stavning reaffirmed neutrality. Sweden hinted at strengthened defenses with partial mobilization to safeguard security.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Oslo
Der
Norway
Halvdan Koht
Tithard Bander
Sweden
Peter Munch
Denmark
Elioht
Europe
Finland
Thoreld Stavning
Koht
Firland
Scandinavia
Sweden boosts mobilization amid Finnish crisis. partial call-up
Sweden announced partial mobilization and drafted about 4,000 troops to join a total of around 250,000 under arms as Russia presses the Finland frontier. Volunteers for Finnish service pass 1,000, while Swedes subscribe over 1,000,000 Kronur for relief. Refugees report Russian air attacks near Petsamo. Elias Erkko to head Swedish liaison as Stockholm council meetings reflect wartime tension.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Stackholm
Sweden
Finland
Tme
Ghout
Neutrailty
Hapa
Ronda
Petsamo
Helsinki
Abo
Elias Erkko
Stockholm
Scandinavia
Russia
Denmark
Finnish composer Sibelius speaks of hopeful end to war
Helsinki reports veteran composer Jean Sibelius, despite illness, expressing belief that the current Russian invasion will end well. Hundreds of telegrams of support pour in to Sibelius near Helsinki as he voices optimism amid conflict. In Austin a transient man, 40s, identified as William James Coffey of New York City, was killed when struck by a truck on a highway south of the city.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Helsinki
Mirelond
Jenn Sibelius
Taith
Sibe- Mar Hore
Austin
Here
William James Coffey
New York City
Coffey
Japan to settle China damage claims stance shifts in Cuba
Decay in Havana reports Japan prepared to settle damages claims over Chinese property losses as talks with U S envoy proceed. Nomura informs Green Japan wary of using the 3 treaty as leverage in China. Wu Pei Fu oath signals Chinese resistance to Japanese plan for a Wang Ching Wei government amid rising political tensions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tokio
Dec
Havana
J. Butter
Dhe
Halite Baebes Brates Anvoas
Cuba
China
Ai Jalion
Court du Dois
Adanira Kichisaburo Nomura
United States
Joseph C
Green
Japan
Peiping
Wu Pei-Fu
Wang Ching-Wei
Diplomat Wright to be sent to Washington for funeral
The body will be transported to Washington likely aboard a U S warship for services at the National Cathedral. The ambassador's wife and daughters Edith and Mary were present at his death. Wright, a career diplomat, served as minister to Hungary and Prague and later as ambassador to Cuba, with years in Deraguay and Gonchosinvaklnt ary 1937 and a Prague post before Cuba appointment.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Uniwd States
National Cathedral
Edith
Mary
Wright
Hungary
Deraguay
King George VI visits frontline British army in France
King George VI inspected front lines and supporting sectors of the British Expeditionary Forces in France on December 5. The monarch planned to tour royal artillery units and visit allied areas, recalling his father's World War I service. His brothers also served in wartime roles.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
France
George VI
Royal Ar Taven
George Watien Vies
Edwerd Ithey Jm Nen
Wales
Duke of Windsor
Lesses
Admiral Scheer
South Atlantic
Davie Star
New Zealand
Australia
Miniter Chamberlain
Indor
Liberal Party
Britain
George V
Uruguay Pact Hearing Opens in Washington D C
A chaotic OCR record describes a hearing on a Uruguay pact involving stock and linseed interests, price and tariff discussions, and a proposed reciprocal Wade agreement. The committee debated agricultural provisions and the potential U S role, with references to Argentina and broader trade context amid December proceedings.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Waslington
Neji
Wade
Silly
Uruguay
United States
At & Siniar
Soviets Face League Duster Amid UN Pressure
Unclear Soviet stance framed as choice between quitting the league or facing removal after a run of aggressive moves. Reports from Geneva and League of Nations circles describe pressure following Finnish action and Austro nations’ remand requests ahead of potential expulsion.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Geneva
Dee
Russia
Hieapinian
League of Nations
League
Hetsiy
Argétytina
Selsing
Tyr Scaler
SW Tague
South Ameria
Irague
Russia snubs League in Finland war dispute
Moscow rejects League of Nations involvement over Finland invasion citing no state of war, while Finland and Sweden seek mediation. reports say Soviet troops advance in Karelia and near Petsamo as Finnish air raids strike back. Britain weighs secret war-supplies session as Atlantic naval actions continue amid broader European tensions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Moscow
Russia
League of Nations
Finland
Leningrad
Asi
Tass
Soviet Union
League
Helsinki
Vyacheslaff Molotoff
Molotoff
Helsinky
Joseph A. G. Avenol
The
Democratic Republic of Finland
Red
Petsame
Tipland
Karelia
Lake
Ladoga
Lake Ladoga
Télusal
Geneva
Trelsinki
Hore der
Terijoki
Moluloff
Argentina
Uruguay
Fintland
Britain
Nazis anxious over far cast
Berlin dispatch notes French ace reports Britain and France moving to counter measures that could shift war dynamics and crown Russia as decisive. Volkischer Beobachter editorial hints Turkey may back the wrong side while Germany maintains Finland’s government and weighs relations with a Soviet-backed regime. Former Texas official dies. funeral planned.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Berlin
Britain
France
Russia
Voelklucher Beobachter
Pringcidal Nurt
Tusaia
Alem
Farmer Burned While Fuel Ignites Tractor Incident
Joe Fuentes aged 25 of route 6 nox 965 was admitted to Robie J. Green hospital Tuesday with severe burns. He told police he was gassing a tractor when a bucket of gas ignited and set his clothing on fire.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Joe Fuentes
Route 6
Nox
Robie J. Green
Fuentes
Six Courts Honor Memory of Bliss
Six courts in the courthouse closed Tuesday morning in memory of Judge Don Bliss a former district judge who died Mayday The courts reopen at 2 p m Casual observers note the memorial disrupted routine court activity for the day
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Don Bliss
Weather Summary Across Cities Fills Regional Bulletin
An OCR readout lists temperatures and conditions for numerous U.S. cities with scattered notes on winds, clear or cloudy skies, and forecasts. The text mentions many places including Macon Georgia Nashville Tennessee Minneapolis Minnesota Denver and Dallas with varied readings and unsettled phrasing. It reflects a broad, cluttered weather update rather than a single cohesive report.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Aronia
AenSaareda
Atubiae
Lion Ama
Atsek Weal Rey
al Atig
Macon
Mompnis
Tenn
Minneapolis
Minn
Msckay Inarang
Mattie
Atlantis
Hexton
Yamaha
Tex
Kugey
Ania
Tale
Reece
Pietgnurgh
Payee
Becky
Sabe Gare
Port Avipin
Rewehute
Ore
Binnky
Ronwell
Wee
Una
Wash
Dodge City
Kan
Vfvo
Wis
Builth
Ark
Tax
Broelland
Kanleas
Keonis
Wilmington
Kuana Olly
Dancke
War 25 Years Ago Today December 5 1914
Allied planes bomb Freiburg and Breisgau region about 20 miles inside Germany. Artillery battles rage in upper Alsace near the Swiss frontier. Austria-Hungary reports progress in northern Serbia.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Freiburg
Breisgau
Alsace
Upper
Anstriais Ai
Servia
Calles Plans Argentina Trip Amid Exile in U S
Plutarce Elias Calles former Mexican president in exile in San Diego has asked the Los Angeles Mexican consulate for a passport to visit Argentina. No reason given. Speculation ties the trip to possible recreation or to dodge charges linked to Mexico's upcoming presidential election.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Calles
Argentina
Mexico City
UPI
Plutarce Elias Callus
Mexico
San Diego
Calif
Los Angeles
Artillery rumbles on western front as police crack Paris plot
Paris reports patrols and artillery activity along the front with last night’s communique noting reciprocal fire. In Paris police say 15 people accused of reconstituting a dissolved oath association were arrested yesterday. Berlin notes a calmer western front with only light skirmishing and more artillery activity near the Moselle border.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Paris
Communist 'S Oath Association
Berlin
Des
Geryan Tgh Command
Mosel
Mapelle
Also Mentioned on This Page
Branteer Peter
Sam
Facm
Tof
Wiliam L. Ulrich
Caldwell, Tax
Dorthy Arvidson
Lafayette
Ind
Chicago
Amoy Wright
J. Butler Wright
King George
League Duster
Agandatooi Prean
Selsinki
Paldisid
Baltic
Estonia
Murmansk
Arctic
Salmijaeryvi
Rrussia
Chamberlain
House of Commmons
Riestan Wnes
Karelian Isthmus Amt
Petsame Fjord
Ascly
Aaland Islands
Fotmer
McKinney
Pi—A
Raper
Seu
West Front
Li Om
Heather Generalur
Ong
Frank Bros
SN Katonic
This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!