| In Moscow... Talks continue between the USSR and
Finland on Soviet requests for an exchange of territory and border
alterations. Finnish counterproposals were presented, stating it
recognized Soviet security needs but that Finland has now gone as far as
its "independence, security and neutrality permit." The Finns refuse to allow the Soviets a military base in
Finland.
In Washington... The US Senate votes to lift the embargo on
the export of arms to belligerents.
In Britain... After complaints from employers and trades
unions, the blackout is reduced by an hour. It now runs from half an
hour after sunset to half an hour before sunrise.
In Pretoria... The South African Prime Minister, General
Smuts, promises to defend British colonies in Africa if required.
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