Kimmel Testifies Army Blocked Arrest Of Spies
Former Navy commander Admiral Bloch and Secretary of War secrecy stirs testimony as Kimmel accuses the Army of blocking arrests of spies in Hawaii. A Joint Investigating Committee hears conflicting views on readiness, naval alerts, and what was known before the Pearl Harbor attack.
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Army
Washington
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Suneyan
Japinton
Adnis
Hawaii
Kimmo
Tine
Irrest
C Bloch
Diali
Mioch
Seth Richachyon Cummutie
Miel
Japanesi
Allick
Navy
Wislington
Uimiotel
Richardson
Eich Compitee
Wil Wave
Tara
Flames Soar 1000 Feet In Oil Fire At Midwest Refineries
A massive oil fire tore through a Midwest refinery area, burning for about seven hours. Three men died and homes and vehicles were damaged as flames climbed up to a thousand feet, driven by shifting winds. Fire officials estimated substantial property losses and stressed that rescue and containment efforts were ongoing as crews battled the blaze.
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Findlay
Midwest
CA Peterson
Wayne
Nurk
LA Wadlwald
Vos
Combined Operating Center Proposed by Army and Navy Leaders
Washington MM Roath Harbor notes a push for a combined operating center. The joint investigating committee received comments from Navy officials and Lt Gen Waller Smith supporting centralized operations, while Adm Bloch and Adm Hobbins argued against full consolidation, citing limited benefits. After interdepartmental review, directives called for establishing a combined opening center postwar.
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Washington
Roath Harbor
Ann
Wisy
Hawn
Colobe
Investi
Navy Department
Adm
Bloch
Hawiliam
Mayal
Enmer
Oncy
Waller
War and Navy Departments
Wormer General Backs GT Demonstrators
General Hiedelch Onhorn addressed troops recently in Wisconsin, stating no mutiny among overseas forces and clarifying expectations. He urged discipline and explained there is no simple answer to interpreting what the Army expects from soldiers, given the questioning attitude.
Iran to Put First Dispute Before UNO
Iran seeks UN Security Council action on disputed issues, aiming to bring key questions before the General Assembly and the international body. The report notes tensions with Poland and Russia implications and mentions potential UN arbitration of the international dispute.
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Iran
UNO
London
The
Whited Nations Secuity Council
United Nations
Hilversum
Indonewain
United Navas
Sud
Poland
Uiuup
Batore
Britain
Uct
James
Byrnux
Holans
Russia
Jay Crews to Min U S Redeployment Ships
Washington Wythe Navy disclosed yesterday that Japanese crews will man about 100 tank landing ships to support the Nipponese navy and other nations. The plan aims to transfer Taiwanese to their homeland with minimal U S Navy manpower. The ships will be decommissioned and soldiers deployed under Rear Admiral De Momdet for Japan.
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Washington Wythe Navy
Grewe
Era Wite Nipnonese Navy
Tom Chink
Navy
List&s
de Momdet
December Liquor Sales Set New State Record
State Tax Commission announced December liquor receipts reached 4,169,754 dollars, up from past figures. November tax on liquor totaled 2,213,601 dollars, with remaining figures showing growth across categories and strong annual totals.
General Bradley Inspects Arsenal for VA Office Site
General Bradley visits the Albany Arsenal as a potential site for a Veterans Affairs regional office. The discussion covers costs, leasing versus building, and the administration’s support, with officials weighing facilities and location in the New York area.
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Gen. Bradley
Arsenal
Police grill neighbor in Degnan child kidnapping case
Investigators pursue leads in the Degnan case tied to a six year old Suzanne Deprun. Police seize the Deprun home on the New Side and bring subjects to Central Detective Barret for questioning. No charges filed or contemplated against the man or woman at this time.
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Chinga
Walter Storms
Po Lee
UN Womeld
Shebaygan
Chinigo Mat Anitier
Suzanne Deprun
Uwe
Deprun
Nowa
Barret
Pohce
Argentines Boycott Government Roulette Demonstration
A resort protest in Mat del Plata saw Argentines refuse to play government‑mandated roulette at 830 pm. Police fired tear gas at the crowd as demonstrators halted betting, forcing a retreat and leaving officials unsettled by the clash.
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Mat del Plata
Arimina
Anu
Refugee Once Austrian Justice Admitted to Bar
A refugee who once served as Austrian justice was admitted to the bar yesterday by the Appellate Division Fourth Department. The individual, Lanhall, joins the faculty of the University of Buffalo Law School.
Churchill Backs Loan To Britain
A fragmentary OCR report notes Winston Churchill defending a proposed 3.74 billion loan to Britain as vital to the Allied war effort. The briefing cites U.S. support, concerns about economic impact, and Churchill’s stance against domestic opposition while allies count on timely action to sustain wartime production and shipping.
Unclear headline on Germany CPI probe and officials
Fragmentary report notes a government inquiry in Germany labeled CPI investigation. Mentions officials from Pram and Wah spinned Vesteldi, with attempts at confrontation failing. Details are obscured by damaged text and misreads.
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Franklint
Germany
CPI
Pram
Colospunds
Nts
U S Supply Dwindling Fast Across Nation
In Washington a government push seeks to halt a nationwide packing house strike and prevent a famine of meat within days. AF of L and CIO leaders press for wage changes while packers offer 15 cents an hour, unions threaten 17,000 workers on strike with many facilities shut. Federal mediation looms as talks continue amid deadlines.
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Washington
Suake
Dnl
Jimerson
EC Goiman
Labo Sivellenbieh
Gorman
CLO
Pichels
CIO
Goss
Clay
Beureliry & Telegramn
Winshinpton
Warren
Sail
WIS
Berlin Police Armed With Guns to Fight Crime
Berlin authorities yesterday began arming German police with guns to combat crime. Only pistols revolvers and trenchenns were issued. Police units must have weapons manufactured outside Germany.
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Berlin
Bera
Alludeucupetion
Esterday
Perling
Geuian
Wade
Germany
Goering Admitted Pinning Reichstag Fire On Reds
Fragmented wartime dispatch discusses Hermann Goering admitting Nazi blame for the Reichstag fire of 1933. The article covers postwar trials, including references to the Nuremberg proceedings, Communist scapegoating, and alleged plans involving Nazi leadership and concentration camps.
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Goering
Reichstag
U A W Objects to Examiner Named to Hear G M Charges
The United Auto Workers oppose an examiner chosen to hear General Motors wage dispute charges amid protests. President Lyons announced the meeting as members argue for the rights to be heard while reviewing wage increases and licensing concerns affecting the industry.
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G. M
4 Fs Urged For Duty Overseas
Washington senator urged all capable men to enlist for overseas duty as plans for demobilization unfold. General staff officials discussed timing and inventory of Army property while Congress debates postwar downsizing and manpower needs.
Army to speed release of men from duty
The U S Army orders rapid discharge for enlisted men from a Washington unit. Reports say most will be freed immediately, with several scheduled for departure aboard ship or at ground stations. Details on dates and destinations are incomplete in the fragments.
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Washinton
Servite Borers Institution
Hhia
Albabh
Oman
Slam Clearance New York Hit City Disturbance
An unclear report notes a blast or incident in New York City tied to a broader disruption. The text mentions financing pressures and a notable event affecting urban development and housing, with references to Houston and regional impacts.
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New York
New York City
Shunt Chest Ince
Aro Development
Fire Wrecks East Side Tavern in Night Blaze
Fire destroyed Marquette tavern at 729 Pawlap Ave on the East Side last night causing several thousand dollars of damage. Firemen faced difficulty combating the blaze as it spread through partitions to the second floor and into the restaurant, destroying furnishings in the home above. Police say the building is owned by Helen Marquette. the tavern was operated with her husband.
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Antone
Pawlap
Marqueltés
Grant
Wis Helen Marquette
Arenten
Fle
Ativine
Alun
Mountain View Avenues
Hage Phiten
Army to Release More Supplies to the Public
A government statement says the War Department will release more supplies valued at 40 million dollars to the public. Senator Mead, chairing the Senate War Committee, said the program aims to aid public health and convenience with strategic reserve goods made available nationwide.
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Essen
DNY
Mead Chaiman
Senate
Wii
Comarytee
Ak Steek
Lion Mead
War Department
Public figures discuss steel wage talks and potential strike
President and key officials held a late afternoon press conference amid wage dispute talks with United Steel workers. Officials said no firm plan for a strike was announced while negotiations continued. they planned further meetings and urged restraint as labor talks stretched into the evening.
McNarney Bans Unauthorized GI Demonstrations
General Josph L Vevines announces banning of unauthorized GI meetings in Europe and warns such gatherings could be dispersed by authorities. He urges discipline amid Army dissension and signals possible future action only under clear orders from commanders in Europe.
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Germany
Josph
Europe
McNarney
Dean
Living Costs Rise in London After War Decline
Fragmentary war era notes report higher living costs in London as wartime price controls ease. The item mentions the Ministry of Munitions and industry shifts, with indications of inflation and household strain as postwar adjustments take hold.
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