Bloody fighting in Italy told of grim Allied advance
Australian Associated Press reports from February 1 that British and American forces sustained heavy casualties as German defenses on the Nettuno beachhead and surrounding fronts were repeatedly attacked. Parallel broadcasts claim allies hold the initiative with local gains near Cassino, Minturno, and the Pontine Plain, while German counterattacks and withdrawals unfold.
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Famine and plague blamed for mass Chinese deaths
An AP despatch from Chungking reports George Piper Adama urging relief as Kwantung province suffers famine and cholera. He cites millions of deaths, widespread orphaning, ruined villages, and economic collapse blamed on locusts, drought, speculation, and food hoarding.
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Bangkok Evacuation Urged Amid Ongoing Air Raids
Bangkok radio urged immediate evacuation as air raids continue. Government members fled to provincial safety sites. authorities warned raids would intensify, signaling a harsh turn in the city’s defense and civilian measures.
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New York
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German news agency reports traitors holding peace talks
Ausannet Associated Press reports from London that a Malian tribunal sentenced three generals and four admirals for having laid down arms. Names include General Garibaldi commander in North Africa and Admiral Campione among those charged. several officials escaped arrest.
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Polish Premier Plans Visit to United States
London reports confirm Polish Premier M. Wkolajczyk will depart for the United States. Government circles in London say the visit is scheduled for January and will proceed as planned.
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London
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Airman Beheaded and Japanese Atrocities Reported
London dispatch relays Allied statements on Japanese brutality in Burma. Details include prisoners dismembered for amusement, three American airmen killed, an escapee reporting Japanese displaying a head on a pole, and widespread abuse of Burmese women during occupation.
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Finland's Dilemma Sees Writing On Wall For Future
Finnish government faces a pivotal choice as Soviet forces threaten the Baltic region. Observers warn leaders misread the original Russian campaign and now risk steering Finland toward a dangerous future amid the war.
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Prem
Sinking of enemy vessels reported by Navy in Pacific
U S submarines reportedly sunk one freighter one medium cargo transport and seven medium freighters in the Pacific and Far East. Helsinki leaders debate Germany policy as internal issues hamper decisive action. About 120000 troops remain on Finnish soil with calls for bold leadership to avoid drift toward Moscow.
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Worst fears revived in Finland as Baltic front threat grows
A Stockholm dispatch cites Morgenttn's note that Russian northern offensives threaten German positions, prompting dire warnings for Finland. The Baltic outlook could force Finland to make crucial spring parliamentary decisions amid feared German withdrawal and heightened Russian advantage.
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Mosquito control in the South-west gains initial funds
The Colonial Office announced initial grants of 68000 under the Colonial Development and Welfare Act to fund surveys of breeding grounds and a long term malaria control scheme. The aim is to prevent Anopheles mosquitoes from introducing malaria to the British Isles, which are currently free of infection, amid wartime garrison increases and wider air routes.
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American protests ignored amid Japanese atrocities
A garbled Associated Press dispatch from Washington reports repeated American protests over Japanese atrocities. It notes protest dates around January 27 and mentions executions and reprisals, with warnings to Tokyo of accountability for actions against internees and prisoners.
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Berlin raid by RAF again targets the German capital
London reports last night's heavy RAF attack on Berlin, the third strike in four days. Lancasters and Halifaxes bombed under bright moonlight despite clouds, with pathfinders praised for precise marking. британские данные и Australian crew sightings noted, with heavy ground-fire and fires visible for miles.
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South African Social Security Plan Outlined in Assembly
Cape Town report notes 98 million rand social security scheme from 1943 committee. Proposals include pensions for aged, widowed and mothers, funeral grants, allowances, and family relief. Suggests gradual raise in wages, 17 year old education for non Europeans by 1960, and subsidized low priced food for low income groups.
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War News From Pacific Front Reports Dual Japanese Offensives
The New York Tribune and Herald Tribune relay cautious analyses of a coordinated Japanese push in the Pacific theater, with Major Eliot noting Japan’s air power in difficulty against two simultaneous offensives. The New York Times editorial laments ongoing aggression and stresses vigilance as American resolve strengthens.
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Germans Reserve Secrecy On Berlin Raid Report
Pacific fleet communique details coordinated raids on Warshall Island bases late January. Mitchell bombers attacked Maloelap and Watje shores while Dauntless dive bombers struck Imieji Island. 10 tons dropped on Watje, 3 tons on Jalult, and Liberators and Catalinas struck Mili and Taroa.
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Goebbels Ghosts Raiders Over England Exaggerated
German raids over Britain were overstated by Berlin radio claiming a large, successful London attack. British aviation expert counters that only about 90 German raiders were involved on January 31 and 32, with far fewer over London than asserted.
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Spirits Fight On Ghost Stories for Morale
Australian Associated Press reports a New York Times dispatch citing a Japan Times Advertiser piece on Japan’s morale boosting through belief in deified battle dead. It claims spirits aided Attu and Kiska maneuvers, influenced naval actions, and unsettled Allied troops. The piece also notes broader wartime hardship at home including food, soap, and coal shortages.
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Frank Conversations with Franco Reported in Madrid
Australian London cable reports Sir Samuel Hoare held frank talks with General Franco over Britain’s stance on suspending shipments to Spain. Hoare reiterated Britain’s views on Italian ships detention and Spanish volunteers in Russia as Rome radio warns Spain to bend or die. The Foreign Secretary may address Parliament soon as Spain weighs submission or resistance.
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American air forces claim 3900 tons dropped on German lines
London wired dispatch reports United States heavy bombers based in Britain have struck Germany for 48 hours ending yesterday, totaling over 3900 American tons with 21 American fighters and bombers lost. Enemy losses reached 255 aircraft.
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Prime Minister rules out wartime general election
Ottawa reports Prime Minister Mackenzie King told the Commons Parliament would not seek a general election during wartime and could operate under statutory limits to June 1945. Government opposes extending life beyond term despite circumstances and war needs. Berlin war coverage notes severe air raids with vast Allied bombing to date and continuous sorties across Berlin, Brunswick, and Frankfurt.
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Chinese successes on Ledo road reported in India
American correspondent relays General Stilwell's chief of staff Hayden Bosner statement that Chinese troops on the Ledo road eradicated an entire Japanese regiment with another drawn in for similar action. The report outlines the scale of operations aiding the Ledo road crossing from northeast India into Burma. Stilwell’s forces have pushed nearly 100 miles into Burma, deepest advance of the current offensives.
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U-boat Warfare Report Targets Arctic Convoys
Berlin radio reports renewed U boat attacks on Arctic convoys bound for Murmansk. Five merchant ships totaling 2 000 tons and ten escort vessels are sunk, along with torpedoing several government ships. Allies say in twelve days they lost 13 000 tons of shipping, fourteen destroyers and fast ships.
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Red Army
Sweeping Soviet Advances Threaten Finnish Front
British United Press dispatch from Moscow reports General Govorov's drive toward Estonia and Meretskov's toward Latvia may reshape the Finnish front. Red Army gains push near Kingisepp and along the Leningrad Narva railway, with ski troops noted as a looming threat.
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Hungary Attacked For Helping Germany Reported by Moscow Radio
The Soviet Information Bureau accused Hungary of aiding Germany in a broadcast from January 31. It claimed twelve Hungarian divisions were with German forces, denying Hungarian denials and warning the regime may continue aiding Hitler while claiming peaceful aims.
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Moscow
Stongly
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Canadian Prime Minister backs peace over empire grouping
Ottawa February 1 Prime Minister Mackenzie King in the House of Commons rejected both Smuts and Maltex proposals for a solid British Empire group. He favored close collaboration with nations seeking peace and commented that Maltex spoke only for himself, not the British Government.
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Demobilisation Plans Prepared In Australia For Peace
Canberra February 1 Plans for the eventual demobilisation of the army when peace comes have been prepared for some time by a special committee now in Melbourne. Army Minister F M Forde announced that the plans will be comprehensive and must be well ahead, even if not immediately put into operation.
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Federal Revenue Figures For Seven Months End Jan
Customs and excise revenue for seven months ended January 31 totalled £38,002,275, up £2,886,740 from the same period last year. January revenue reached £19,495,400, higher than December. Post Office revenue for the seven months stood at £13,407,961, an increase of £1,737,364 over last year.
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Temumry
Canadian Army Appointments Announced in Ottawa
Ottawa January 31 The Minister for Defence Mr Ral on announces star General Guy Simmons promoted to Lieutenant General and appointed under the Canadian Army Brigadier Charles Foulkes promoted to Major General to command the Canadian division overseas.
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Guy Simmons
Charles Foulkes
New York Shipping Federation Formed for Postwar Interests
The New York Times reports that leading American steamship lines formed a National Federation of American Shipping to provide an authoritative postwar voice for American shipping. The group aims to protect U S interests amid delicate foreign relations, particularly with Britain, and to oppose discriminatory policies while planning a merchant fleet expansion from about 1,000,000 to 8,000,000 tons after the war.
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Taxation burden voiced in The Times letter by Bernard Shaw
Bernard Shaw denounces excessive taxation in a The Times correspondence claiming property income valued at £180,000 yields £40,000 in tax plus estate income to Sir John Anderson. He laments the burden forces him toward poverty while supporting wartime costs that would not exist if policies had changed since 1919.
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Bernard Shaw
Times
John “Anderson
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Exchequer
Senator Connally decries excuses for Hirohito blame
Senator Connally, chair of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, deplored a Washington tendency to excuse Emperor Hirohito from blame for atrocities. He argued responsibility extends from the military to the Emperor and the people, insisting no internal group should be spared.
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Australian cabinet appoints Sir Edmund Harfing as chief justice
Melbourne reports Lieutenant-General Sir Edmund Harfing KC, commander of Australian troops, named Chief Justice by the cabinet. Premier A Byostantad Kwan mocked Harfing may not suit judicial duties amid veiled political jabs.
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