British Reply To Protest Taken Coldly
A Tokyo note says Britain’s reply to Japan’s protest over German shares in the Shinaru raid was unsatisfactory. After a meeting between Foreign Minister Arita and British Ambassador Leslie Crallzie there were no agreed views, but talks will continue. The note outlining Britain’s view on international law was to be published Monday. Japan and Britain agreed the session yielded no settlement.
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Jan
Japanéze
Tonteht
Cates
Britain
Pan
Jiner
Gama Mare
Foreigh
Arita
Hubert Lesiie Cralzie
Walch
Carlier
Japan
Gio
United States
Sprin
Mars
Great Britain
Jinganese
United States Senate
Electrified barricades planned around Tientsin concessions
Japanese authorities informed the British Consulate they would electrify barbed fire barricades surrounding the British and French concessions in Tientsin starting tomorrow to curb food smuggling amid tensions after Japan seized 21 sailors from the Asama Maru. Chinese and Japanese actions tied to the Dekasei and contention with Britain over China persist.
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Janinesr
Tientsin
Col Fapinese
Cenl
Japan
Great
Confession Claimed As Man Arrested In Holdup Slaying
New York January 27 28 Gatti was held on a felony charge after Assistant District Attorney Turkus said he confessed to the murder of John B Glass in a Brooklyn carroom holdup last Thanksgiving night Gatti 28 was arrested at 4th Street and Lexington Avenue by Detective James Keli of the Brooklyn homicide squad He allegedly said he and George Dolny 22 picked up Glass and took him to a barroom where Gatti and Delany shouted This is a holdup Glass struggled and was shot by both men
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New York
Clayon BR. Turkus
John BE. Glass
West Englewoord XII
Brooklyn
James Keli
Brooklyn Hom Seldo Squad
Turkus
Gatti
Saylnig
George Dolny
Delny
Gayli
Russ
Gail
Delany
Manila Sees Racial Limits in Jobs After Treaty Lapse
Manila reports numerous Assembly bills to limit participation in industries and professions to Filipinos as the Japanese American trade treaty expires. Pedro Gils proposes nationalizing retail trade. he withdraws the bill after President Manuel Lopez orders submission to the U.S. government. Other bills target signaling retail trades and professional driving of motor vehicles as borders tighten. Also reported is Eddie Mead acknowledging marriage to Gloria Youngblood, with Mead commenting on the wedding and business life.
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Manila
UPI
Gils
Tito
Manuel Leal
Norris Backs Wheeler In Democratic White House Bid
Norris endorses Wheeler for the Democratic presidential nomination amid party strategy debates. Noting Roosevelt third term speculation, other senators weigh Wheeler’s support and rival prospects. Adams, Byrnes, Johnson, Clark, and Thomas comment on Wheeler’s viability and future convention dynamics.
British Air Attack Claims Prompt German backlash
Nazism denounces British plans for air raids as a pretext for war. German media cites alleged official telegrams and Wells and Amery speeches to claim Britain intends a devastating bombardment. Authorities deny, while posters and articles frame British actions as brutal aggression.
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Reich Bestia
Great Britain
Geremany
Germany
Berit
HG. Wells
Well
L.S. Amery
Beltish Admiralty
Rama
Arpery
Gov Homer Holt Takes Bride Roll In Charity Show
Gov Homer Holt appears in a charity show in Charleston West Virginia performing a comic bride role in the Junior League production The Dream of a Clows amid flowing finery. Thunderous applause signaled a successful impersonation as notable locals including former Gov H G Kump and Walter F Clark, publisher of the Charleston Daily Mail, watched.
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Homer Holt
Charleston
W. Va
Homer
East
Cay Mnie
Falretto
Juilor League
Ik Mho Al-Mate
H. G. Kump
Walter F Clark
Three Neiditch Brothers Indicted in Narcotics Case
In York on January 27 three Neiditch brothers George and Charles and their unnamed sibling faced charges for conspiracy to traffic narcotics with alleged retail value around 15 million dollars. Bail set at 1500 dollars each for hearings February 22 as Isadore Cohen and others linked to the narcotics network were named. Separate tax fraud charges were filed Tuesday. MARION TALLEY WENS New York custody ruling affirms Miss Talley retains custody of daughter Syrrstoldee Eckstrom amid a dispute with Adolph Eckstrom.
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Neiditch
Une
Iarry
George
Charles
Garland Williams
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Jmieenu
Faldres
Tein
Fie
Isadore’ Cohen
Texas
We Nelchlens
Marion Talley
Norwegian freighter Senga torpedoed by German sub
The Norwegian freighter Senga, bound from New York to Rotterdam with war material, was torpedoed by a German submarine in the Atlantic. First Officer Oscar Ericksen described the attack after the ship sank rapidly. survivors reached the coast in lifeboats and were rescued by a barge. The sub’s commander claimed the torpedo was necessary, citing neutrality, as the crew signaled their destination and status.
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Toe Saga
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Rotterdam
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Sul
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saoMarine
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Bridhgen
Eiho
Eritkaen
Ietoat
Esicksen
Arawler
Swiss Colonel Held With Foreigner as Spy for Germany
A retired Swiss army colonel AL Fonjallaz and an unnamed foreign national were arrested by Swiss counter espionage agents on charges of spying for Germany. The colonel, once a top rank, taught seven months at the Federal Polytechnical School before his dismissal amid his earlier Frontist-Swiss National movement ties. Officials withheld the foreigner’s identity and kept details restricted.
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Berne
Switzerland
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Ale
Federal Polytechnical School
Federat
Former Detective Indicted In St Louis Policy Ring
Andrew W. Stevenson a 54 year old former St Louis police detective and seven others were indicted after a city drive against a policy racket. Assistant City Attorney Herman Olian called Stevenson the policy king of the era, with Stevenson linked to a lottery scheme that allegedly handled vast bets. Reeling judge released Stevenson on $10,000 bond as authorities pursued charges of establishing and conducting the illegal lottery.
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Asistant Cinsuit
Herman Olian
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Stevenson
Dust storms threaten rich topsoil in Orange County
Dust storms sweep Orange County farms as strong winds erode topsoil in the Wallkill River basin. Dry preceding summer and lack of protective winter cover leave fields exposed, with dust obscuring highways and turning areas near production terminals and onion crops dark with soil.
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Wallkill River
Prince Saionji II At 90 in Japan
Prince Saionji II, last of Japan’s elder statesmen who aided in founding the modern Empire, transferred from an ailment today amid age related frailty. His illness prompted concern within the court and was noted by officials including Dr. Miura.
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Oxites
Vane Ee Yurn
Kimmochi Saionj
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Kinnoshe ‘Miura
Salonji
Gas powered buses debut in Moscow streets
Soviet radio reported that gas propelled buses appeared on Moscow streets for the first time. Buses carry large gas bags on their roofs and about 125 buses were reported being fitted for gas propulsion. No reason was given for the gas powered initiative.
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Morcoa
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Allied air action in Europe reported amid fog and forest fire
A garbled World War II era report notes British planes attempting contact with German positions near Paris and mentions a clouded engagement. It describes fire dimming ports west of a river and east of mountain ranges, with an Allied communiqué saying nothing further to report.
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Jen
Gereaman Plante
Loselle River
Czech Protectorate Dismissals Shake COmmunist Ties
Prague reports President Emil Hache has dismissed agriculture minister Ladislav Felénabend and price controller Dr. atom Necas, who fled via Slovakia and Hungary to France. Jeranlay Krecjo named temporary Agriculture Minister with price control under a German official. Caocis relations forecast far-reaching effects.
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Novis
Prague
Emil Hache
Protectorate
Ladislav Felenabend
Atom Necas
France
Slovakia
Hungary
Lsst
Jeranlay Krecjo
Agriculture
Peterabend
German War Report Claims Sea Warfare Gains
Nazism era dispatches claim constant German success at sea with scoutlog and artillery activity along the French border and pursuit planes. The German tally reports sinking more than 26 000 tons on January 26, plus two steamers sunk from a convoy off a port. British press allegedly disseminates reports of German troops in Russia.
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Japan at Parley To Keep Anti Red Pact Alive
Budapest. Jan 1774 Japanian diplomats in conference to amend reaffirmation of Japan participation in the anti Communist pact. Despite Germany's cooperation with Soviet Russia, recommendations to strengthen ties with other allied nations were to be made by ambassadors to Italy France and Turkey, ministers to Romania Hungary and Switzerland, and the recharged at affairs in Berlin.
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Hungary
France
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D’atfaires
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Tokyo
Hertzog's War End Motion Defeated in Capetown Assembly
The South African House of Assembly voted 81 to 49 against a resolution by former PM Gen. J. B. Hertzog to end the war with Germany and restore peace. The debate followed a tense session reflecting a weakened opposition to the war stance and the ministry of Gen. Jan Smuts.
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Germany
Capetown
Union of South
Jan Christian Stauts
Vale
British duke’s friend treated after two gunshot wounds
London reports state a British friend of a high social circle sustained two bullet wounds during a mysterious shooting near Munich. Doctors believe she could complete the journey to England and is now recovering at her father’s home as details remain unclear about the motive and sequence of events surrounding the incident.
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Unity Freesman-Mitford
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Senators Hear Growth of Lettuce Strike and Costs
Testimony before the Senate committee describes a spring 1935 lettuce strike in Salinas that cost growers about 30 million dollars in business, with violence and disruptions blamed on organized opposition. Witnesses outline the Grower Shipper Vegetable Association and the California Packaje Corporation, noting thousands of workers, extensive contracts, and assets around fifty million dollars.
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Henry Strobel
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Austin E. Anson
Quiansnger
Storbo
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Citizens Association of Salinas
Elkert D. Thoms
Ot Wah
California Packie Corporation
C. Chick
Marshall P. Mantizon
Philippines
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Sadanapte
San Dnaquin Valley
California
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Iast
Plint's Crew Battle With Captors in Arctic Run
The crew aboard the ship Flint recounts a German seizure as they neared Erg land. Germans stop the vessel, inspect papers, and press toward Germany. After a long voyage via Murmansk and Tromsø, they reach Biurmansk then head to Norway. Norwegians and Russian officers eventually free the ship. The crew details evasive navigation, limited contact with the US ambassador, and German demands amid a perilous winter voyage.
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Finnish Marshal Refuses Shelter Amid Raid in Meaborg
Baron Mannerheim, Finnish commander in chief, refused to go to shelter during a raid as planes bombed Meaborg. He continued dining, received a bravery medal from a waitress, and stated he would stay aboard as Finland needed him. The ship City of Flint aided by Norwegian officers disarmed Germans, while other vessels passed Narvik and reached U.S. ports with iron ore cargoes. Local crews waited ashore. relatives planned celebrations for the voyage’s safe completion.
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Esmond Trumpe
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Chesapeake
Real Estate Brokers License Numbers Rise Say Industry
Albany reports the number of licensed real estate brokers increased by 22 104 on January 25, 1940, up from 21 895 in 1939. The State Real Estate Association called this a sign business is improving with ongoing nationwide and state conferences predicting continued real estate growth through 1940.
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Albany
Legion Commander Predicts Adequate Defense Funds
Rosmond J. Kotly, American Legion commander, predicted Congress will provide enough funds to raise the armed forces to a proper defensive level. He noted recent wartime veterans programs are charged to the World War budget and urged strong support in Congress. Kotly spoke to Legion guests in Saratoga Springs and planned further remarks in New York State.
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Geiea
Rosmond J. Kotly
American Legion Astlenat
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Kelly
X Legion
Saratoga Springs
Ife
New York State
Doctor Delivers Baby While On Call At Hospital
Dr Dudley M Cobb Jr left California Hospital bed to answer a birth call from Mrs Woods at a different hospital. He delivered a healthy seven ounce boy before returning to his own bed, then resumed surgery six hours later with stable condition noted after the procedure.
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Los Angeles
Dudley M. Cobb, Jr
California Hospital
Woods
Cobb
Nazis Warn Against Alien Broadcasts In Reich
Berlin issuing a stern warning against listening to foreign broadcasts and censuring violators with harsh penalties. The speaker stressed that alien residents must also obey the law including capital punishment in aggravated cases. Musical use and news broadcasts from neutral countries are banned.
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Reich
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