Germans in Retreat Across Fronts as Year Ends
A Rome paper cites Napoleon to note Hitler’s setback as 1941 ends. German forces reportedly pull back up to 100 miles from Moscow, 47 miles from their deepest Leningrad penetration, and risk a new bid for the Crimea as Russian reserves counter.
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Wake and Midway defense lessons from Pearl Harbor era
The piece reflects on the early World War II crisis after Pearl Harbor. It notes the U S Army and Navy could not reinforce Wake Island Midway or the Philippines due to a lack of long range pursuit planes and the risk to cargo ships. It highlights Major Alexander P De Seversky’s push for faster planes and a June 1938 veto by General Hap Arnold.
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Proclamation by Roosevelt Declares New Year Day of Prayer
President Roosevelt issues a New Year proclamation for 1942 pledging a Day of Prayer. He calls for courage, devotion to country, and humility before God as the nation continues the war effort and pledges to uphold liberty and peace. Signed in Washington on December 22, 1941, by Roosevelt and Secretary Cordell Hull.
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T. Franklin D. Roosevelt
United States of America
Washington
United States of
Hitler Broadcast Promises Russian Defeat in 1942
London dispatch quotes Hitler declaring the new year will bring Germany’s triumph over Russia. In reply, Kuibyshev radio pledges that in 1942 the Soviet forces will drive every German from Russian soil and secure a final victory.
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Hitler
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Kuibyshev
Russia
Globe Wireless halts radiograms to Manila
San Francisco December 31 Globe Wireless announced it will accept no more radiograms for Manila while other radio and cable firms take messages at senders risk. Most companies reported they had not been handling Manila at night.
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Cal
Globe Wireless Today
Manila
Juneau Boys Called Into Active Duty In Navy Reserve
Juneau Naval Reserve members were recalled for duty in Alaska. Among those sailing to Sitka were Sam Paul Jr, George Gullafsen Gilbert Bixby David Reischi Leon Considine Raymond Mansfield and Liner Lindstrom. Churchill Praises Allied War Efforts In Far East And Atlantic. predicts surprises for Japan and notes reduced U boat losses due to armed merchantmen and better convoy protection.
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Alaska
Radio Seeks Breakup With Two Networks in U S Suits
Chicago December 31 A Justice Department suit accuses National Broadcasting Corporation and Columbia Broadcasting Company and eight executives of monopolistic practices. NBC seeks a federal injunction to split the two networks and sell one set of assets.
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National Broadcasting Corporation
Columbia Broadcasting Company
Justice Department
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NBC
Admiral Nimitz assumes command of Pacific Fleet
Honolulu December 31 Admiral Chester Nimitz assumed command of the U S Pacific Fleet in a simple ceremony. He told interviewers he had taken a great responsibility and would discharge his obligations to the best of his ability.
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Honolulu
Chester Nimitz
Pacific Fleet
Acting Chief of Air Corps Named
Washington December 31 Major General Walter Weaver aged 56 was named acting chief of the air corps with headquarters in Washington He will direct all supply and training operations of the Army Air Corps as acting chief by order of the War Department
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Walter Weaver
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Army Air Corps
Filipino Sought by Office of Governor
The Governor's office seeks Andres Rodriguez Varela reported in this area. Word says his brother Maria no Rodriguez Varela has died leaving property of considerable value in the Philippine Islands.
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Andres Rodriguez Varela
Varela
Mariano Rodriguez Varela
Philippine Islands
Girl Charged with Desertion of Child
Anna Oullette a 17 year old Nen ana girl was in the Federal Jail on a desertion charge. Arraigned before U S Commissioner Felix Gray she deferred plea until Friday after a complaint by Kenneth Forsman child welfare official of the Territory was filed.
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Kenneth Foresman
Sinking of Axis Schooners Reported by British Subs
London dispatch reports five Axis schooners sunk in the Mediterranean by British submarines. The Admiralty announced the maritime action on Christmas Eve. In Alaska a Christmas gift drive sent hundreds of packages from Ketchikan to regulars and coast guards at An n Mette stand.
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City Ready for Welcome to New Year in 1942
Juneau residents plan a relaxed New Year with church services tonight and tomorrow and open houses at the Scottish Rite Masons Temple from 2 to 5 pm. House visits are expected in the afternoon and evening as locals greet the new year. The Empire will publish as usual.
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No Holiday for Customs Service on New Year's Day
Customs Service workers will stay on duty tomorrow after a Treasury wire from Secretary Morgenthau announced that all Treasury offices remain open on New Year’s Day. Forest Service offices also will not close on New Year’s or Washington’s Birthday, per yesterday’s notice.
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Stock Quotations and Market Averages Reported
Closing stock prices across Alaska Juneau, Can, Kennecott and others show varied moves with Alaska Juneau at 1s and Kennecott at 37. Dow Jones averages index today lists Industrials 110.96, Rail 25.43, Utilities 14.02. In Ketchikan, street lighting improves as previously cut lights are restored and all lights glow again.
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Curtis Wright
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Ketchikan
Hagerup Tops Weekly P.C.E. Classic High Score
Erv Hagerup led individual scoring with 515 as eight teams in the P.C.E. Classic 540 League bowled at Elks drives. Team results included Sehne 1582, Hamm's 1556, Golden Age 1561, Rheinlanders 1526, Budweiser 1520, Ralnlers 1514, Olympia 1501, Blue Ribbons 1500.
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Shrine band and high school chorus give open air holiday program
The Shrine band and high school chorus performed an open air program at Ketehikan under the Chamber of Commerce for a community holiday event.
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Ketehikan
Chamber of Commerce
Roosevelt in His Ninth Year of Office in 1941
Washington correspondent Jack Stinnett chronicles Franklin D. Roosevelt’s 1941, his ninth year, highlighting war mobilization, lend lease, tax bills, drafts, and a Churchill meeting at sea. The piece praises FDR’s stamina and steadiness through crises, noting the year began with the third term and ended amid global conflict and political tumult.
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Jack Stinnett
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Winston Churchill
Depend on U S Defend Singapore Strategy Declared
London dispatch reports official British military headquarters say Allied strategy calls for the disuse of Singapore with all means at disposal to keep it from serving as a base for a major offensive against Japan. Britain depends on the United States Navy until its own forces are built up to regain control. In the Far East, British sources note Japan’s sea power appears unopposed.
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Earthquake Injures Many in Ecuador City
GUAYAQUIL Ecuador Dec 31 Many persons injured today when several old buildings were shaken by a strong quake shortly after noon. The main shock was felt for almost a minute.
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Guild Meeting Delayed to January 9 at Trinity Hall
The Senior Guild meeting set for Friday January 2 is postponed to January 9. Mrs Charley Burdick will host the session at Trinity Hall at that time.
Trinity Cathedral to hold morning service tomorrow
At 11 o'clock forenoon Holy Trinity Cathedral will celebrate the feast of Circumcision and Holy Communion in a scheduled service.
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Holy Trinity Cathedral
Hitler Warns Reds to Lose War in 1942
Berlin dispatch reports Hitler’s New Year address to troops on the Eastern Front. He says the Russian winter counterattack must be frustrated and that 1942 will break Soviet power. He condemns perpetual war and denounces Anglo American Jewish conspirators while promising an end to bloodshed in Europe.
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Roosevelt hints at sending war materials to Kamchatka
President Roosevelt, weighing a strike on Japan, raised the possibility of sending American war materials to Kamchatka on the Siberian peninsula. He called Kamchatka the most practical land west of the Aleutians and noted its proximity to the Aleutian Islands and Tokyo.
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Evacuees Arrive in San Francisco From Pacific War Zone
A large group of evacuees from the Pacific war zone has arrived in San Francisco. By prior agreements between the Navy Department and newspapers, the number of evacuees and the names of vessels bringing them are withheld.
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Calif
Pacific War Zone
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Navy Department
Klawock Blaze Destroys Post Office and Home
A major fire in Klawock Alaska destroyed the town post office and Roy Peratrovich home with all contents. The blaze, believed started by a smoldering cigarette, raged for two hours as the community fought to contain it. Peratrovich, former Klawock postmaster and president of the Alaska Native Brotherhood, said there was no insurance on the building and he had recently moved to Juneau for a Territorial treasurer’s office clerkship.
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U S Forces Under Heavy Attack Near Manila
American and Filipino troops resist under heavy odds as Manila danger grows. Wounded evacuees from the capital rise to 300. MacArthur's forces fall back while Japan uses dive bombers and armor amid a fierce frontline fight.
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Submarines Suspected Off Alaska Coast Warn Vessels
The Navy Department says Japanese vessels are suspected near Kodiak Island Alaska with submarines likely present. All merchant ships have been warned about the possible danger in Alaska waters according to the Navy communique.
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Navy Department
Kodiak Island
Alaska
Navy
British Offensive on Malaya Reported Near Singapore
London dispatch says British forces on the Malayan front conducted offensive actions with good results against the Japanese invasion forces. The operations targeted jungle corridors toward Singapore, with gains described as encouraging.
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