Fritz Kuhn Prison Term Imposed in Larceny Case
New York December 5 Fritz Kuhn German American Bund leader was sentenced to two and one half to five years in prison for grand larceny of Bund funds. Judge Wallace suspended part of the sentence on a moving expenses payment involving Mrs Virginia Camp known as the blonde angel. Murray testified he never received $500. Kuhn claimed payment for regal services. The other forgery counts relate to $717 given Mrs Camp.
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Invasion of Finland Will Be Protested
Washington dispatch reports Sumner Wells acting secretary of state said the United States will join Latin American nations in a Pan American condemnation of Russia's invasion of Finland. The move aims to coordinate a regional protest and seek united diplomatic response.
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Washington
Sumner Wells
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Russia
Finland
Canadian Air Force Opens to Many Nationals
Ottawa Ont December 5 United States citizens who apply from Canada and men of European descent living in Canada but not naturalized may enlist in the Royal Canadian Air Force. The Department of National Defense announced hundreds of such applications have been received, many from U S citizens. The exact applicant count was not disclosed.
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Canada
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Canadian Departtment of National Defense
Soviet Premier Molotov says no war with Finland mediation rejected
Moscow reports Premier Molotov declares Russia is not at war with Finland and maintains peaceful relations with the Helsinki Government, which he says resigned and fled. He rejects mediation from Sweden and notes a new mutual assistance pact with Finland's puppet government, outlining military support and territorial terms on the Karelian Isthmus. The article notes the Hangoe Peninsula lease and calls the matter continued on page four.
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Cheerful Finns and Rioting Russians Reported in Rome
In Rome on December 5 anti-Soviet demonstrations persisted for a fourth day. Crowds gathered before the Finnish Legation and cheered while troops kept them from approaching the Soviet Embassy. Several attempts to break the barrier failed amid security measures.
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Secret weapon used against German mines noted
From London and San Francisco reports on December 5, authorities cite Britain s new secret weapon as very satisfactory against magnetic mines. In San Francisco dock protests persist as Waterfront Employers refuse arbitration on dock clerks and supervisors while CIO union contemplates targeting cargoes at other harbors. The strike nears its 25th day amid mediation efforts by Dr Louis Bloch of the Federal Maritime Labor Board.
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Federal Maritime Labor Board
Murphy predicts indictments in drive against foreign spies
Attorney General Murphy announced the Justice Department's intensified campaign against foreign agents, stating that indictments are likely. He met with President Roosevelt and said grand juries will be convened in Washington and other districts to hear evidence collected by G Men against foreign operatives.
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Washington
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Roosevelt
Kicking Russia From League Proposed at Geneva
Dec 5 reports Moscow refused to attend a League of Nations meeting on the Finnish issue. Soviet Prime Minister Molotov says Helsinki is not a recognized government, branding the move as an impossible result. Argentina and Uruguay urge Russia's ouster for Finland invasion, with other South American nations likely to join.
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Doric Star Sunk by Raider in South Atlantic
The 10,000 ton British freighter Doric Star, en route from Australia to Great Britain, was sunk in the South Atlantic by a raider, believed to be Germany's pocket battleship Admiral Scheer. The ship carried 70 crew and six passengers. fate of all is unknown.
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Blonde Slayer Winnie Judd Remains At Large In Phoenix
Police intensify manhunt for Winnie Ruth Judd, the 34 year old known as the blonde slayer, after she fled again from custody. Relatives say she threatened suicide rather than return to Arizona State Hospital. A note to Reverend Robert Warren mentions possible self harm. Bloodhounds cannot track her. pursuers lose the trail.
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Phoenix
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Blackouts to Be Relaxed in London Stores
December 5 government announcement permits shopkeepers to light windows to stimulate Christmas business. Public blackout restrictions will be eased to support retail activity during the holiday season in London.
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London
Federal Grand Jury Indicts 35 in Building Trades Probe
Indictments issued in Detroit on December 5 as part of a federal probe into the building trades. Thirty five individuals face anti trust charges along with two A F P L unions and eight national companies.
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Grand Jury
A. F P. of L
Germans Sweep Own Shipping Lanes for Mines
Embattled Finland faces Russian invasion as Scandinavia seeks peace and prepares for possible war. Sweden calls up about 40,000 more men to reach 150,000 as Norway invites Sweden and Denmark foreign ministers to discuss peace efforts. Russia claims continued advance in Finland and bombardment planning resumes after bad weather. Finland rushes fortifications on Aaland Island to safeguard sea routes for aid from Sweden.
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Associated Press
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Norway
Denmark
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Pinland
Aaland Island
Chamberlain in Tight Box at Present Time
London sources report Prime Minister Neville Chamberlain will call a secret session of Parliament next week to discuss war supplies amid demands from the Labor Liberal Party. The coalition is said to doubt his statements on war preparations and seeks swift action.
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London
Neville Chamberlain
Labor Liberal Party
Chamberlain
Artillery Fire Reported on Western Front
Western Front activity remained dull with artillery fire only, no major military developments. French High Command issued an official communiqué late in the afternoon confirming subdued action with no significant changes on the front.
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Western Front
Pas
Dec
Design Clash Over Destroyer Classes Cited in Debate
In Washington a divide on destroyer design pits seaworthiness against speed firepower and gadgets. History from World War I shows attempts to load more gear eroded seaworthiness, sparking a debate on how to balance torpedoes guns and hull integrity.
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Washington
First Filing for April Primary Is to Be Made
The notice describes the upcoming April territorial primary filing, mentioning Wrangell and Wrane well, and references Henry Benton receiving a radian gram from Prank 8 Barnes. It notes Barnes’ past Republican ticket status in November 1938 and discusses Republicans aiming to select the strongest candidate from their ranks.
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Wie Yuxkou
Wrangell
Henry Benton
Barnes
Wranewell
Denson
Ambassador Wright Dies in Havana Hospital
United States Ambassador J. Butler Wright, 62, longtime diplomat and former Minister to Czechoslovakia, died in a Havana hospital after an operation. The death was reported from Havana on December 5.
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Cuba
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J. Butler Wright
Oslovakia
No Activity on Western Front Reported
December 5 reports standoff on the Western Front with no major combat. Only minor skirmishes noted, while reports from Berlin remain quiet.
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Berlin
Comintern Press Attacks U.S. War Plans
Moscow dispatch reports the Communist Party calling Americans to oppose U.S. imperialism and to defeat war plans. The article in Agitators alleges the American Communist Party is mounting propaganda and organizing efforts, signed by H. Ros, and marks the harshest organ attack on the United States so far.
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Communist Party
Agitators
United States
H. Ros
King George Visits Front as World War Parallels Rise
King George visits forces on the Western Front following his father's WWI example. He arrived in France yesterday aboard four British destroyers, stepping into a high profile royal inspection of frontline troops.
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George
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