Antiquity clashes spark Rome and Greek clash in Magna Graecia
A long, imperfect narrative traces ancient Rome’s rise from republic days through Greek colonies in Magna Graecia. It describes the Etruscans, Greeks, Tarentum, and Tarentum’s lead by Meton, with vivid oddities and a dramatic torch scene as Rome considers protectorate actions.
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City Charter Vote Slowed by Epidemic and Short Staff
A local epidemic kept many election officials from reporting for duty slowing the city charter vote. Proponents and opponents predicted a light turnout near 20000 for amendments to city manager government and relief funding. Several precincts opened late or with substitutes, with officials absent due to illness while some polls finally opened and voters remained scarce.
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Bott
San Antonio
Wlso
Pail E., Steffler
Armendments
James L. Miller
Ness
H. L. Dushaw
Ed Gries
Tom Brooks
Roone
Dillashaw
Work
Weather Warmth Expected After Cold Start in San Antonio
The city enjoyed a 38 degree low Tuesday instead of the forecast 30 while J H Jarboz predicted a rise to 88 by Wednesday night with more clouds. No rain is seen for San Antonio though Del Aloig forecast showers Wednesday as temperatures swing from a peak of 62 Tuesday to 88 midweek. Airport readings showed a max 58 and a 38 low Monday, with city temps reaching 66.
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San Antonia
J. H. Jarboz
San Antonio
del Aloig
Man Held in Death of Bowie Worker
Brownwood December 17 A T. Marable was jailed on a charge of murder in the death of G J Beaird a Shreveport Louisiana electrician at Camp Bowie The shooting followed Beaird being ordered from Marables hotel room Beaird died while en route to Brownwood hospital A letter from a Heflin Louisiana brother was found on Beaird toward his body
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Patrolman Hugo Grilled at Blitmore Grill Incident
Patrolman Paul Hugo faced a police grilling after a disturbance at the Blitmore grill in Wes Hous ton street. He had minor difficulties arresting a man and suffered two minor burns on his left hand from a lighted cleat worn by the arrestee.
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Bing Crosby signs three year Paramount film deal
Paramount awards Bing Crosby a three year contract for nine motion pictures at 175 dollars each and a five year phonograph record deal. Crosby’s earnings also include rent of 140 thousand dollars and a 200 thousand dollar annual contract. Nearby Lyon authorities announce the arrest of 114 suspected Communists for distributing tracts.
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Bing Crossy
Paramount
Studia
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Corey Tract
British Seize 4 Forts in Libya
British forces report capture of four Libyan forts as part of a broader advance along the coast between Tobruk and Bardia. Communiques say Port Capuzzo fell and that heavy naval bombardment and air operations supported a push across the Libyan desert toward the western coast town of Tripoli.
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Britain Warned Of Invasion Tone And Warnings
A fragile, heavily garbled report references Britain facing invasion threats. It mentions Lord Tenverbyool and Pec Lowdon dictating preparations to avert disaster, with unclear mentions of Germany and Pradickton. The piece reads as a wartime briefing about defense readiness and potential incursions.
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Explosion in Tenement Kills and Injures Many
A pre dawn blast shattered a three story downtown building in Cincinnati injuring twelve people and leaving several missing. The structure housed shops on the first floor and apartments above. Among the dead are Joseph Koebbe and Dora Smith, with twelve children among victims. rescue operations found residents trapped as fire and dust hampered efforts. Local officials and firefighters labored for hours to pull survivors from debris and detect the blast’s cause.
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Dora Smith
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Tenia
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Gref
Edward Shearwood
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Tim
Toscue
Minjor Ivey
Turkey Price Fixed to London Trade
London reports the royal ministry fixed the price of undressed chyisitting burkrys at seven shillings ten pence a pound, about 70 cents in U.S. currency. Sweatie butchers raised their prices following the move amidst market notes. A fire at Mansfield Marshall caused significant damage to two ten story brick buildings, with explosions reported nearby.
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Mowntows Marshall
City Cadillac Fire Near Rugby Leaves Car Damaged
A vehicle fire swept a Cadillac in New Close Call City on Tuesday, gutting the rear before firefighters from New Bromntels extinguished the blaze. The driver survived, continuing to Austria with the wreckage aboard the road.
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San Antonio
British and U S finance clash over credits in wartime
Washington reports say Beereiney Morgenthau told a house appropriations panel that Britain cannot commit to purchase more war materials unless extended, while Secretary Hull urged speed in defense funding. Knudsen and others warned that greater aid is needed as Roosevelt returns from Caribbean trip.
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Nazi Envoy Sees Petain and Laval in Vichy Talks
Transcripts describe Nazi envoy Abelz meeting French officials in Vichy with Laval and Petain. Reports say Abetz discussed Franco German collaboration and post armistice leadership dynamics amid tensions in Vichy. Observers note potential plans shaping occupied France policy and leadership succession.
Statement on Abetz Leaves Vasing Tratice Bee
Reported departure of Reich high commissioner in France Herr Otte Abetz to Vichy Paris this afternoon with Laval and the former vice premier Laval. a secret French council meeting followed Abetz departure while an official communique clarified the situation later. Abetz also conferred with Prime Minister Marshal Philippe Petain for three months prior to the meeting.
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Woodward Life Insurance Commissioner Walter J. Woodward Dies
Coleman Dec 17 Walter J. Woodward former state life insurance commissioner and longtime state politician died after a long illness. He was appointed by Governor O Daniel in 1929 and later ran for attorney general, engaging in Coloma's legal scene.
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Geernt
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Weather Forecast for San Antena and Surrounding Areas
Weather report shows increasing cloudiness and milder conditions with rising temperatures. North and west portions expect intermittent snow turning to rain, with moderate northerly to easterly winds along the coast and above normal highs in the mid 60s to lower 70s later in the week.
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Mine Disaster in Beckley Delivers Injured From No 4 Mile
In Beckley West Virginia Doo Yup officials say several men were rescued from the No 4 Mile on a Raleigh Coal Corp site after an explosion trapped workers. Fourteen still inside were unconfirmed dead or alive. one fatality reported. Mrs Meadows wife of a district mine inspector, notes the disaster occurred as workers were at the site.
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Hen Ana
Weather warnings for slow coast gale likely today
Weather officials warn of northwest winds reaching gale force today and tonight from Bleckstnne to Cape Hatteras. Advisory storm warnings shift to northwest waters south of Block Island and along Velaware region. A trough of low pressure off the coast will bring rapidly rising pressure and strong northwest winds to the coast.
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Dutch Nazi trade barriers lifted report easing Netherlands imports
Berlin dispatch says customs reports show views between Germany and the Netherlands removed. Dutch goods will enter the Reich freely, with major traffic expected to flow soon as restrictions are removed.
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Tntermess Sohveds
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Netherlands
London Raids Kill 4588 in Month
A cryptic report from London details month long raids resulting in 4588 fatalities. Official figures appear blurred and scrambled, with references to November casualties and unidentified agencies. The text blends numbers with illegible phrases, offering little verifiable context or clarity on locations or causes.
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British Hit German Targets in Western Raids
British raids on western and southwestern Germany killed ten and wounded ten, with damage to a castle hospital and two factories. Berlin reported hits near the Rhine ports and disruption in shipyards, while Germany claimed allied attacks damaged factories and ships, with two British planes shot down.
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