De Gaulle Invites Petain Aid to Free French War Effort
London dispatch reports Petain and Vichy ministers rejected Hitler's demand to hand over French navy units and officers. Free French sources claim ships and personnel moved toward North Africa while de Gaulle urged continued resistance in the Mediterranean. German-French talks reportedly suspended and Vichy stands firm on keeping fleet from axis.
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Reuters
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Weeke
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Forner
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Lisbon
Rench
Toulon
North African
Rumanians Tighten Control as Red Threat Looms over Black Sea
Reports from Budapest claim Romania bans foreign ships and foreigners from Black Sea coast as Soviet forces reportedly mass near Odessa. Berlin and Rome push troop deployments while Bucharest warns of possible clashes with Hungary. Anti German sentiments rise in Bucharest as Danube talks fail.
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RAF Hammers Nazi Bases In Night Channel Raid
British raiders blasted German coastal positions along the French coast and in Norway Normandy area as a massive anti invasion air offensive continued. Royal Air Force bombers struck targets from Calais to Bon Joigne with heavy bombs, while German night fighters and bombers clashed over southwest England. Hospitals, coastal fortifications, and ships sustained damage as London and Dover observers reported widespread explosions and a strong RAF presence across the channel.
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Theft Charge Placed Against City Jail Inmate
A city jail inmate was charged in Corrigan's court by city constable W. J. Tumlison, with alleged theft of over 50 dollars from Joe Novak at 2601 Pradevicksyurgl. The incident occurred Saturday, according to Justice of the Peace proceedings.
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Joe Novak
Pradevicksyurgl
Romans Lockstep Into Athens
A. E. Ang reports in Athens as Mussolini's captured Italian fascist soldiers march into the city after defeat in Albania. The prisoners, aged 24 to 28, wear ragged uniforms marked by the Death Regiment insignia. Crowds greet them with mixed scorn and pity, some offering cigarettes while some locals insult them. The prisoners express weariness, saying they did not want war and fear it is over for them. The scene contrasts with past Roman triumphs, as the troops move slowly and subdued through Athens.
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Bulgars Refuse to Aid Axis in Greece War
SOWIA dec 24 INS reports Bulgaria will stay neutral in the European conflict. Foreign Minister Tyan Popov told a parliamentary committee that Bulgaria intends neutrality and would not assist the Axis in moves against Greece. Romania’s stance and King Boris dismissals of staff officers were noted amid these tensions.
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Greece
Tyan Popov
Foreign Affairs Committee
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Romania
Boris
Pend
Asls
Weather Outlook and Cuba Diplomatic Move Highlight Daily Brief
The forecast calls for clear skies and a return of mild weekend temperatures with Sunday winds light and variable. In Havana, Aurelio Fernandez Conchesy is named new Cuban ambassador to Washington as part of diplomatic developments.
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Washington
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Ethiopian rebellion reported by London Telegraph
Thousands of rebels called Shitta oppose Fascist Italian forces across Ethiopia. Guerrillas in steady ambushes, reinforced by Almhara, bomb a depot, kill Italian troops and a provincial commissioner Carlo Luna. Haile Selassie reportedly arrived in Africa to foment revolt.
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C1O Threatens Harvester Strike at Fort Wayne Plant
Port Wayne Ind reports a three week labor dispute at International Harvester Fort Wayne plant where 4000 workers are employed and 2500 belong to United Automobile Workers union. Walkout threatened if a settlement is not reached by Monday amid national defense orders. Charles Rock leads the UAW.
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Soviet Delegate Flees to Berlin After Conference Break
In Budapest in December the Soviet delegation chief Dyate Sokolev unexpectedly left for Berlin amid a disrupted International Domubian conference. Rabdlov, Bulgarian affairs expert, made a surprise visit to see King Boris in November, signaling tense diplomacy and sudden moves outside the proceedings.
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Weather Forecast for San Antonio and Vicinity
Weather outlook for San Antonio and nearby areas calls for little change in temperature. Winds will be light to variable as high temperatures approach 70s and morning lows near 40s. Coastal and West Texas forecasts expect fair conditions with modest wind and slightly cooler Saturday.
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Roosevelt fireside chat nears as war aid to Britain grows
President Roosevelt’s defense and aid program to Britain sparks fears of sending American troops abroad. Proponents urge increased armament while critics warn of neutrality evasion. White House expects a major fireside address to outline policy and rally support for aiding Britain.
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Great Britain
Bonnlar Wheeler
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Congress
Secret Weapon Claimed by Britain to Halt Channel Invasion
A powerful new secret weapon, described as a tuned device to crush German invasion barges in the 20 mile channel, was reportedly under consideration by British officials. The disclosure came amid renewed British concern over a possible Nordic invasion and speculation about new measures to deter Axis advances.
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Great Britain
London New Year's Eve restricted by licensing rules
London officials refuse extra licenses for New Year's Eve extending drinks and dancing. Many West End restaurants will close early or not open, with only bottle parties allowed past midnight. Typical venues plan early closures and limited entertainment due to blackout rules and travel limits.
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Nazi raider shells Mauru n island raid disclosed
Swastika up Melbourne Dec 78 reports a sea raider hoisted by a Nazi vessel in the western Pacific Mauru n area. Navy Minister W Hughes disclosed the attack on a formerly German held atoll, signaling warnings to authorities, noting ships in the vicinity and bombardment of warehouses tanks and loading gear without molesting stately or private homes.
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Need of More Ships Planes to Be Stressed
Roosevelt to stress build-up of U.S. aid to Britain as key to national defense in a forthcoming fireside address. The president will urge Congress to authorize more ships planes and tanks and to discuss financing and potential policy shifts amid war in Europe. Strong entities include Roosevelt Britain Congress Germany and United States.
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