Altered relations with axis outlook in France
Reports from Vichy to America say negotiations between France and Germany are in progress as the French reply to German demands is delivered to the German ambassador. British sentiment grows in occupied France, loosening censorship and signaling a shift toward pro British views amid upcoming disclosures from Admiral Darlan.
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Abetz
Paris
Admiral Darlan
Vichy
America
France
Germany
Axis
Saya
Daily Telegraph
Darlan
Hitler
Ribbentrop
German pressure on Vichy tests armistice limits
Diplomatic dispatches detail German and Italian efforts to push Vichy France toward wider collaboration including economic demands and troop movements. Reports cite Admiral Darlan and Petain meetings, potential cabinet reshuffles, and warnings from Berlin and Stuttgart about surrender or loss of France’s fleet.
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Vichy
Daily Mail
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Mediterranean
Italy
Spain
Daily Mails
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Abetz
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Daly Express
Stuttgart
Europe
Berlin
Morocco
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la Licea
Free French
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Hyther
General De Gaulle Broadcast Emphasizes Unity for France
General De Gaulle in a France radio broadcast calls Free Frenchmen to persevere for France's future. He says no personal rancour will block cooperation with all who join the stand for France's honor and liberty. He rejects France playing a decisive role in a new world war.
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General de Gaulle
France
Prospects of Byrd Antarctic air route to Australia
Wellington dispatch notes Byrd plans for a US Australia air link across the polar region as the Admiral's Antarctic Expedition nears Little America. Cruzen aboard The Bear has mapped coastlines from Little America eastward and searched for the Pactolus Bank near Port Elizabeth, a shoal off Cape Horn, but storms halted progress.
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United States
Australia
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Cruzen
US Antarctic Service
Dunedin
Port Elizabeth
Sir Francis Drake
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Palestine Government delays migration schedule to April ending
The Palestine Government announced it will not adopt a migration schedule for a seven month period ending in April due to wartime considerations. Since April, seventy legal and illegal immigrants have entered Palestine.
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Palestine
Blenheim Fighter Intercepts Two German Planes Over French Coast
Air Ministry report says a Coastal Command Blenheim bomber fought two Messerschmitt 109s above the sea near the French coast. One German aircraft crashed into the sea after a bank, the other suffered heavy damage and headed home. The Blenheim returned to base despite being attacked while skimming the waves and unable to climb into the cloud due to enemy above.
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London
Air Ministry
Coastal Command
Ths
Copra Conference Departures From Port Moresby
December 3 report that Administrator Mr. KR. H. L. Murray will leave Port Moresby to attend the Copra Conference in Canberra. He will discuss copra issues including shipping shortages and related concerns with delegates.
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Port Moresby
KR. H. L. Murray
Canberra
Copra
Food Cornering and Stricter Belts in Europe Says Economist
The Economist foresees Europe tightening belts beyond the war, with siege conditions shaping food distribution to maximize social and productive use. It notes numerous wartime controls spawn parasites needing elimination and warns of ongoing speculation in food and commodities.
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Europe
The
Economist
Becaues
Captured Trucks Add To British Force At Bardia Front
The article notes Kealian lorries captured from the Italian side are aiding British troops west of the Libyan frontier to reinforce General Weavell’s units surrounding Bardia. An Italian prisoner says Mussolini ordered defensive resistance, while Graziani expands fortifications at Tobruk and along the 80 mile Libyan coast.
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London
Kealian
Weavell
Bardia
Mussolini
Marshal Graziani
Tobruk
Cairo
Libyan
Economic Mission on Visit to Burma
Government to explore possibilities of directing useful production in Burma along the right lines. Officials aim to assess resources and potentials during the mission and report findings for future development initiatives.
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Burma
British air and ground actions amid Tobruk siege and Western Desert
British artillery tightens siege of Tobruk as Italian forces under General Berti at Bardia face heavy shelling and dwindling ammo. Royal Australian Air Force claims two Italian CR32s shot down. Middle East communique notes four enemy aircraft damaged. Christmas raids and reconnaissance flights continue. Naples patrols report a destroyed Italian SN79 bomber. Cairo communiqué records limited Western Desert activity and Allied air operations over Assad and Kassala with a South African unit engaging targets near Gederat.
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Royal Australian Air Force
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Cairo
Assad
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Enmy
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Gederat
Roosevelt Worried Over US Appeasement Drive
The article reports President Roosevelt's concern over growing appeasement sentiment in the United States. It notes a Gallup poll showing 40 percent favor aid to Britain, Senate leaders pushing for negotiated peace, and a broad publicity campaign including ads in major newspapers and radio to sway public opinion against aiding Britain.
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America
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Burton E. Wheeler
Montana
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Washington
New York Post
National Association of Manufacturers
Joseph Kennedy
Wheeler
A. H. Vandenburg
Michigan
M. R. Tydings
Maryland
Kenedy
David Lawrence
United States
German Naval Expansion Tied to Japan in Pacific War
Report from Manila says German raiders in the Pacific and Indian Oceans are being armed by Japanese ports and used to disrupt British shipping. Vessels in Kobe and Yokohama refuel and some crews are transferred, with a Southward push planned alongside Japan’s moves into the Dutch East Indies. US officials expect armed German ships by mid January aiding Hitler’s Pacific strategy.
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Navy denies German raiders arming in Japanese harbors
Tokio dispatch reports the Navy Spokesman calls claims that German vessels in Japanese controlled Chinese harbors are being armed for raids as false and fabricated. He states no such activities are progressing and he has no information of raiders operating from rendezvous in Japanese mandated islands.
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China
Bulgaria Rejects Link With Axis and Traces of Neutrality
Disjointed report notes Bulgaria refusing an Axis alignment and seeking neutrality. Parliament's foreign committee discusses a process to stay out of war while the minister of foreign affairs faces questions. Radio and political figures referenced amid unclear details.
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Els
Bulgaria
Coust Teleki
Pinch of War Felt by Japan Presses Resource Plan
In Orio December 28 the Japanese Cabinet orders a revised material resources plan for the last quarter of the fiscal year. It aims to raise steel output, secure rice supplies, and expand ore and coal procurement from China and Manchukuo, to reduce scrap dependence. Planning Board head Naoki Hoshino urges faster blast furnace processing machinery installation. The remark notes Japan’s five year China affair and national defense needs. The first formal talks between French and Japanese trade delegates are scheduled today at the invitation of Foreign Minister Matauoka.
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Naoki Hoshino
China
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Matauoka
Uruguayan Press Urges Government to Rally People
The newspaper El Pais called on the Uruguayan Government to mobilize popular support and limit activity, echoing a 1917 precedent as World War II era aid to Britain discussion circulated from Montevideo on December 23.
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Montevideo
el Pais
Ranch delegation luncheon to be led by ambassador Arnene-Henri
The official text states the luncheon will feature the ranch delegation headed by Ambassador M. Charles Arnene-Henri guiding discussions and representing the host country.
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Hhis
M. Charles Arnene- Henri
Japan Struggles Under New Regime Pressure Described
Moscow dispatch reports a lengthy press article on Japanese conditions detailing the regime’s instability, worsening economy and food shortages, and mounting popular unrest over the war with China. It notes widespread publication in Moscow causing alarm among Japanese authorities.
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Pew
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Rossin
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Japan's Sympathy and France Position Outlined in Tokyo
In Tokyo on December 28 Mr Vyouke Matenoka of the Japanese Forestry Ministry expressed deep sympathy for France's position and denied any intent to take advantage during impending economic talks with the Indo-Vine trade delegation. He spoke at an official reception honoring France’s debates and assured Japan would meet requests while urging closer cooperation to address Japanese needs.
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Vyouuke Matenoka
France
Frees Monuwter
Japan
France to send Indochina delegation to Bangkok in frontier talks
Report from Vichy states France will dispatch a delegation from Indochina to Bangkok to seek settlement of the frontier dispute. Paris also rejects a Japanese offer to act as arbiter saying third party mediation is not accepted.
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London
Ti Wnrenbi
Vichy
France
Indothina
Bangkok
Tha
Imported liquor racket surfaces amid post Prohibition fears
In New York a shortage of imported wines whiskey and brandy has spurred bootleggers to reuse old ruses. The National Association of Alcoholic Beverages Importers warns of a duplication of prior rum running. Retailers note fake labels while the public recalls bathtub gin.
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New York
National Association of Alcholic Beverages Importers
New York Post
New Shipping Line Sets Sail from Noumea
A fragment refers to a December sailing from Noumea and a British line forming a new service to connect routes. The terse notes mention a board and resistance to a plan, signaling emerging commerce and maritime planning.
Nazi surface raiders believed operating in Atlantic and Pacific
Naval circles believe eight Nazi surface raiders may be active in the Atlantic and Pacific. It is thought some, especially in the Pacific, are refuelled and provisioned from secret bases. Authorities expect all will be caught and destroyed.
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Washington
Atlantic
Pacific
Shanghai Jann Exed Ratepayers Association Opens Plea
In Shanghai on December 28 the newly formed Shanghai Jann exed Ratepayers Association launched an opening move to widen Japanese influence in the International Settlement administration. President Hayashishee called for greater Japanese representation on the final council amid efforts to gain control.
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Raider Attacks Convoy in Atlantic Engagement
London dispatch reports a Christmas Eve dawn clash as the German raider attacked a convoy. Berwick exchanged long range fire, taking light damage but remaining in service. Five crew deaths and a 7000 ton supply ship believed sunk after the encounter.
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FAMLS
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Nazi threat to U S armament aid to Britain
German warnings to the United States threaten sunk ships if American ships carry armaments to Britain through Eire. Berlin media cites neutrality revisions and blockades with Eire in Germanys zone. Rome radio backs Irish defense with Axis support while Danish ships in the Philippines may go to Britain.
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Roosevelt
Britain
United States
Washington
New York
Berlin
Eire
Germany
Foreign Office
Rome
de Valera
Philippines
U S May Impose Stronger Far East Move on Japan
In Tokio the Nichi Nichi reports strong rumors that the United States will demand Americans leave the Far East by January 21 and may halt American ships calling at Japanese ports as part of broader economic measures.
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United States
Japan
Far East
Per
America
Heir To Million In France War Spoils
The missing heir to Viscount Furness’s estate, Lt Christopher Furness of the Welsh Guards, is sought in France. A ward and several beneficiaries face the transfer of £1,000,000 from the estate, with details of war injuries, presumed death or captivity, and fractional bequests.
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Christopher Furness
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Fermiere
Wiliam Anthony
Br Viscount
Furnes
Mra
Thelma Converse
Mae
Enid Caen
L. Caverdieh
Tiowet Furnes Jestes
St. Tramen
Cap Ferrat
Hong Kong Defences Strengthened Says Air Chief Marshal
Air Chief Marshal Sir Robert Brooke-Popham, Commander-in-Chief in the Far East, told the Press that Hong Kong would not fall in days or weeks. He outlined two main objectives for the prisoner of war camp and emphasized ongoing operations to deter attack in the region.
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Robert Brooke- Popham
Far East
Tne
Free French Support Picks Up in Manila Group
A part of the Free France movement grows in Manila as French residents organize within the local chapter to support liberation efforts and morale for the resistance.
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Ofetool
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M Ovrement
Mystery Death of Noted Criminal in Sydney Harbour
Detectives probe the drowning of Arthur Scotte a 20 year old known criminal in Christm Night. His body was recovered at Elizabeth Bay with no signs of violence and a post mortem says drowning as the cause. Detective Sergeant Jolman of the CUB leads the inquiry.
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RAF Bombers Hit Merignac and L Orient Aerodromes
RAF Bomber Command launched a major raid on occupied France targets near Bordeaux and L Orient, delivering direct hits on Merignac aerodrome and several port facilities at L Orient. Heavy bomber formations faced poor weather yet carried out long 600 mile outward flights and dropped thousands of HE bombs along the coast, with fires and damage reported.
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Germany
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Merignac
Bordeaux
RAF
L'Orient
Secor
Cuast
Kent
Associated Press Office
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Houlogne
Azores
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R.A.F
Poulogne
Girl Shot Dead in Balmain Front Garden
In Sydney a girl, Mary Louise Porrett of Fhytty Street Balmain, was fatally wounded when a rifle discharged accidentally from a nearby pentry. The bullet struck her in the right shoulder as she stood with two friends in her front garden.
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Pentry
Balmain
Mary Louise Porrett
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Vnuain
Bush Fires in Tasmania Checked by Rains
Hobart reports December heat and a cooling trend as fires across Tasmania are checked by recent rain and a shift to northerly winds. Officials say goodness of rain has reduced fire danger and smoke is diminishing in many districts.
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Tasmania
Allied Attacks Hit German Shipping Off Norwegian Ports
Allied coastal command bombers targeted German vessels and harbour facilities from Haugesund to Egersund Norway. A 4000 ton supply ship at anchor in Egersund harbour was set ablaze after a dusk beam dive by a Hudson crew led by a South African pilot and a New Zealand co pilot. Pillars of smoke rose as the ship burned and disappeared from sight into daylight.
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Stavenwer
Egersund
Air Ministry reports heavy raids on multiple targets
London dispatch says a persistent PAF attack hit a harbor works at Great Dam ree and three British bombers conducted night raids. The raids struck Rotterdammend Aubrery, Jelfina power plant, and fuel depots, with attacks also aimed at Boulogne and Cherbourg. two planes are missing.
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Jelfina
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Japanese disaster claims twelve lives in Tarkio crash
December 2 reports from Torio state Avotien Barens's imporior Mr Shieseevure Yamakawa and twelve other company members were killed when their plane collided midair and plunged into the Peer fie Oeeny off Tarkio.
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Fie
Tarkio
Paralysis Cases Reported in Rrisbase Area
December tally shows multiple paralysis cases across RRISBASE. Reports mention five Leremmold boys and a Milton resident as affected, with another man from Nanengo. Since November there have been 38 cases recorded.
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