Soviet Troops Press Near Viipuri Amid Doubts on Peace Talks
Soviet forces pushed toward Viipuri in the Karelia region capturing islands in the Bay of Vyborg and establishing a foothold on the bay’s northwest shore. Finnish communiques reported heavy losses for the Red Army in counterattacks while Finns vowed to resist rather than accept a peace on unfavorable terms. A brief air alert occurred amid ongoing fighting, and Helsinki indicated Hanko demilitarization might be allowed if it preserves sovereignty but not threaten Leningrad.
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Bay State Deb Saves Brothers In Home Blaze
Dedham Massachusetts socialite daughter of a leading industrialist rescues her two younger brothers from a house fire. Naneh Reed, 33, awakens to a maid and leads Nathaniel 9 and Howard 12 to safety before firefighters arrive. Fire damage estimated at 20,000 with cause believed to be defective wiring. valuables and furnishings damaged.
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Young Britons Register for Army in Britain Conscription Push
About 200 young Britons were registered for military service today as part of a broader conscription drive. Two groups were noted: those who turned 24 last year and those who have since reached that age. As of now Britain's conscripts total 2,300,000.
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Allies Ready To Give Finns Greater Help
London reports indicate Britain and France weighing increased aid to Finland if peace talks fail and the Russian invasion continues. Officials kept quiet on the Russian Finnish negotiations as high-level diplomacy intensifies. British press urges large scale support for Finland and rejects any surrender terms from Russia. German Foreign Minister Ribbentrop travels to Rome amid signs Italy may play a larger role in the western war and the Finnish conflict.
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Divorcee Questioned in Shouting of Rival at Columbia
Police questioned Mrs. Matte Walisee Burleson, widow of Col. Richart C. Burleson, at Columbia after a cafeteria shooting that ended a long marriage. Witnesses described the scene as domestic tragedy with Burleson regarded as tyrannical by fellow officers.
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Viipuri Tower Destroyed In Viipuri Assault
Late news briefs report Red forces destroying Viipuri’s ancient Viipuri Tower. Other items note Mussolini endorsing March 25 wage boosts, German seamen landed after ships were captured or scuttled, a Belgian fishing fleet attack by a German-voiced craft, and Soviet mobilization orders in the north.
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Roosevelt Seeks Bigger Farm Aid In Budget Push
President Roosevelt told farmers that Congress faces a larger farm appropriation than the House. A Senate subcommittee boosted the farm aid by about 21 million to roughly 958 million, with an extra 100 million for agricultural outlays to be funded by taxes. The move aims to offset total program costs near 300 million and avoid new taxes in an election year.
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Armed Wyoming citizens surrender snow plow at pass
Wyoming residents including gun owners handed over a rotary snowplow and a blade plow to state highway officials after the state pledged to keep a critical mountain pass open at manageable cost. The incident occurred as part of a tense standoff near the pass as authorities ensured continuous clearance for travel. Meanwhile, federal wheat loans issued through the Commodity Credit Corporation supported borrowers nationwide, with large totals rehoused in storage.
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Ribbentrop Bears Welles Data to Duce
Berlin reports say Ribbentrop will convey to Mussolini information for Sumner Welles during his Rome stay. Welles, U.S. Under Secretary, will visit Rome again after trips to Paris and London. Mussolini to receive answers to German wartime questions after Welles’ visits. Concluded at Page 2, Column 6.
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Only One Saved After Collision Of Allied Ships
A collision between the Thurston and a French steamer left only one survivor from both vessels. The Thurston carried about 30 crew, while the French ship’s complement remains unknown. A 19 year old French sailor was hospitalized, the sole apparent escapee able to recount the incident. The Thurston earlier faced typhoid in Lisbon affecting several aboard.
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Duryea Held Sane, Faces Murder Trial From Hospital
Chester B. Duryea, inmate at Mallcwan State Hospital for the Insane, 26 years, ordered to stand trial for the murder of his father General Hiram Duryea. Supreme Court Justice Les Parsons Davis ruled he is sane and capable of understanding the charge and formulating a defense.
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Nazi Aid's Slaying Trial Nears Jury New York
Walter Kehler, 24, from pugilist background, stands trial for murder of Dr. Walter Enslebert, German attaché, as jury deliberations loom next week. State rests. defense hints at a plea of self defense in last cross examination.
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Peace Drive Decision by Tuesday Seen
New York dispatch reports Marek Fingish of Tele news stating a settlement in the Finnish Soviet conflict is expected by Monday or Tuesday of next week. He noted that if proposals fail to satisfy all sides fighting may continue, with Finland possibly seeking Allied aid if no settlement is reached. The Cuban Constituent Assembly meanwhile voted to send messages of solidarity to Finland.
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Diplomatic talks and war updates from Moscow to Sweden
U S Embassy in Moscow reports peaceful talks led by Ambassador Steinhardt with Soviet leaders and Swedish ministers amid Scandinavian mediation efforts. Tass dispatches claim Soviet forces in the Viputi Gulf seized islands and heavy material, while French sailors drown after a collision near Bordeaux.
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Clergy Held Secret Peace Parley in Europe
The Archbishop of York said 39 clergymen from European countries met secretly on January 6 in an old woodland house near Amsterdam to discuss peace. The meeting, linked to President Roosevelt’s appeal, prompted reports that Roosevelt sent Sumner Welles to Europe.
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Parley in Moscow Aims to End War Conflicts
Diplomatic talks in Moscow involving U S envoy Molotov and Finnish representatives, with Russia demanding harsh peace terms. Finland vows to resist unless guarantees are honored, risking continued fighting. Western diplomats fear possible escalation as Russia and Finland consider terms and possible military aid from Sweden and Norway.
Soviets Seizing Black Sea Ships London Reports
London reports Soviet forces seizing ships in the Black Sea area. Dispatches describe Turkish steamer Turcan and Greek steamer Nemigos escorted to Sebastopol while Russian destroyers halted traffic. A Dutch master claimed encounters with four Russian submarines and two torpedo boats between Istanbul and Constanza.
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