Italian Bombers In Action In Epirus And Albania
Athens reports Allied air action against Italian forces in Epirus and Albania. Bombers struck ten villages and non military targets at Corfu and Cephalonia while RAF assistance disrupted Italian retreating columns in Elbasan and Tepelena. Many mules killed, motor transports damaged, infantry casualties feared.
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Athens
Korea
Epirus
Corfu
Cephalonia
Rome
Talian
RAF
Cairo
Albania
Elbasan
Tepelena
Argyrokastron
Winter Front Lines Drag On Amid Italian Greek Clash
Winter slows Italian retreat and Greek counter moves along the Argyrokastron front. Greek forces push along the coast to Sardada while a hand to hand fight near Pogradee ends in Greek capture. Greek casualties exceed 390 killed and 700 wounded. Italian losses run three times higher. Italian transports land at Durazzo with new troops.
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Bitmely
Delvini
Argyrokastron
Trreeky
Sardada
Moscopoule
Strugs Fletce
Pogradee
Auieide
St Durazzo
Greek minister denounces Italian propaganda praising Greek defense
Athens reports M. Nicolandis claims Italy seeks to distort the war, praising Greek bayonets as decisive in Albania. He cites British forces as aiding but not on Greek soil, and dismisses Italy’s claim of attacking Britain rather than Greece. Salonika’s Tophos notes General Brasco’s death and Greece’s frontier withdrawals.
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M. Nicolandis
Mussolini
Pers2pe
Britain
Greece
Italy
Salonika
Brasco
Albania
Soddu
British censorship sparks fresh American critique in war reports
The piece notes renewed U S criticism of British censorship amid London raids on November 23 and German bombings. It cites New York Times and Associated Press figures who say censorship hampers truth telling and may harm morale, as readers see German communiques and understate losses.
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New York Times
London
England
France
Associated Press
Drew Middleton
Buckingham Palace
Germany Shifts Greece Policy Amid Italian Campaign Facts
The Berlin and Rome correspondents report Germany leaves Greece to Italy while not declaring war, with sources noting Germany’s view of Italy as its main force. British and neutral reports describe Berlin’s stance and hint at a potential shift if Italian success alters German plans.
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Germany
Greece
Italy
Politikalien
Berlin
United Press
Bede
Greek Advance and Italian Defenses Hold in Epirus
London reports Greek forces push toward Epirus with advances north of Corfu behind Italian lines. Allied air chief praises RAF adaptation in Greece while Rome claims destruction of enemy forces and bombardment of Epirus targets.
Export Restrictions Emerge Amid War Efforts
A government decision restricts scrap metal exports to the Empire for defense needs and future national supply. a larger shell export ban was announced by Mr. Harrison, citing defense and industrial priorities.
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Indus- Se Oh
Harrison
War shipping drives production shift to naval needs
London reports the wartime strain on shipyards as output shifts toward naval construction. Officials warn ships are vital to sustain overseas trade, with Britain and Allies relying on 8,000,000 tons abroad though capacity to import remains far below peacetime levels.
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United States
Stop Saboteurs Legislation II A Sa
A terse report notes a New York item dated November 2 mentioning unanimous action on legislation against saboteurs. The short line suggests legislative steps or a declaration with unanimous support. The item is presented as a brief diplomatic or political note.
Allied shipping losses and German naval moves reported
The report notes reduced weekly Allied shipping losses since the German drive began, with 14 British ships sunk totaling 60 440 tons and other losses. It also mentions new German battleships possibly joining late, limited destroyer protection for new units, and a convoy off Southampton attacked by German bombers with limited success. The Norwegian ship Touraine and crew are saved after incidents near Britain.
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Berlin
Pressure on Japan Rumors of Nazi Push in Far East
Shanghai reports suggest Nazi leader Herr Stahmer may visit Tokio to press for resumption of the southward Japanese thrust. In Chungking, Germans push Chiang Kai-shek to accept peace with Japan and cooperate in a push toward Singapore and the Dutch East Indies.
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Shanghai
Herr Stahmer
Far East
Tokio
Chungking
Chiang Kai-shek
Japan
Singapore
Dutch East Indies
Japanese Army launches offensive near Hon River in China
A Hankow dispatch reports the Japanese army has begun a French offensive to the east and west of the Hon River following continued Chinese activity. Headquarters in Central China says Japanese troops are advancing after outmaneuvering the enemy.
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Hong Kong
Hankow
Hon River
China
London Propaganda Faces Change in War Time Attitudes
The text notes public perception shifting as propaganda is seen as unhelpful. It suggests London readiness for brutal truth surpasses what newspapers or the BBC convey and mentions the American Associated Press and BBC authorities in debate.
Review of Budget Hints at Government Defeat in Australia
Canberra sources report W. V. McCall of the UAP NSW intends to demand higher allowances for wives of service members and to challenge wartime tax policies. If tipped policies pass or fail in the House of Representatives, the Opposition could secure the government’s defeat amid budget amending motions and debates.
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Canberra
W. V. McCall
U.A.P
New South Wales
Labour Party
House of Representatives
McCall
Scollin
RAF Raids Kiel and Wilhelmshaven Dockyards Amid Darkness
Royal Air Force night raids hit Kiel and Wilhelmshaven with a focus on shipyards and naval works. Bombers spent over an hour over docks, reporting six explosions and fires, with further blasts seen near Bay and at Hamburg docks. Heligoland and Wilhelmshaven raids added to the damage as air forces targeted northern Italy and Germany, causing damage to houses and terrain.
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Wilhelmahaven
Air Ministry
Dews
Wilhelmshaven
Amval
1 Bay
Gaeworks
Hamby
Heligsland
Willemeoord
den Helder
London
Italy
Germany
Britain's Help for Bulgaria in Peace Talks
In the House of Commons on November 36, Under-Secretary R. L. Ha’ stated Britain will strive to ensure any future peace settlement respects Bulgaria's integrity and independence provided Bulgaria does not support Britain's enemies. Foreign Secretary Viscount Halifax welcomed the question.
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Bulgaria
Britain
R. L. Ha
House of Commons
Butler
Viscount Halifax
Students clash as leaflets trigger Bulgaria protest
In Sofia on November 26 Nasi and Communist students fought over leaflets claiming an Aegean outlet for Bulgaria. Three were seriously injured and many arrests reported. Berlin radio said Bulgaria's minister to Berlin met his government while M Sobolev of the Soviet Foreign Commissariat met King Boris and Popoff in Sofia before departing for Bucharest.
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Nasi
Communist University
Naii
Aegean Sea
Bulgaria
Rome
M. Sobolev
Soviet Foreign Commissariat
Bofy Om
Boris
M. Lawrentiev
M. Popoff
Bucharest
M Sobolev
M. Molotov
Berlin
Senate considers US aid plans for Britain after talks
Washington November 26 Senate Foreign Relations Chair George after talks with Roosevelt will take up two Britain aid proposals. Action unlikely this session. George backs repeal of Johnson Act bans and a neutralities act loan ban review while coordinating with Hull. No truth to reports that Britain sought ships from US.
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Senate Foreign Relations
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Roosevelt
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George
King
Cordell Hull
State Department
Federal Railways Update From Canberra
The report from Canberra dated November 27 outlines ongoing Commonwealth rail developments and cost concerns with a focus on new rail projects and budget implications. The details are incomplete due to damaged text but indicate government priorities in transportation.
Food Shortages Prompt Warnings and Bananas Imported
The Times reports government pleas for restraint as food production policy aims to boost home output amid milk and sugar shortages. Bananas import plans from Jamaica and the Cameroons prompt criticism as stocks run low, with December supplies in doubt. Prices for fish and plaice soar amid wartime rationing and priority for service staff.
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R. 8. Hudson
The
of Commons
Lord Woolton
Turkey Prepares for Any Eventuality in War Tender Time
The Daily Telegraph reports Istanbul preparations for possible crises. A new Ministry of Commerce and Victualling will stockpile military and oil supplies and distribute goods. A total blackout will be enforced from Sunday with passive defense tested. Shops and offices will close at 4:30 pm. General Artenkal is named commander of six European Turkish zones under a state of siege. He arrived in Istanbul to direct emergency measures under martial law. The note stresses Turkey’s warning to Axis powers that any move to threaten its security will be met with force.
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Daily Telegraph
Istanbul
Turkey
Ministry of Commerce
Ministry of Commerce and Victualling
Ministry of Supply
Artenkal
Worthe
Beer and Spirits Price Increases Across Hotels
Canberra reports higher prices today for beer and spirits in most hotels. Only venues with stock bought under old duties would not raise prices. After talks with the liquor trade, arrangements were made differing by area, aimed at steady profits for hoteliers. In Queensland, bottled beer rises by 2d and spirits over the bar by 1d.
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Canberra
Sore
Queensland
Epic sea action off Irish coast as bomber attacks Susser
Australian Associated Press recaps a daring naval engagement where a Susser class ship was bombed and machine-gunned off the Irish coast. Gunner Croxford, wounded and burned, refused to leave his gun as flames and smoke spread below decks and the crew fought to control the blaze despite orders to evacuate. The German assault continued three more times before withdrawing.
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Barlin Witnesses Mention Papen Talks with Turkish Foreign Minister
Barlin officials reported that neutral circles noted a significant conversation between German envoy von Papen and Turkish Foreign Minister Bey Sarajoglu. The report hints at diplomatic tensions affecting regional stability.
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Kamedor
Herr von Papen
Tortiah
Bey Sarajoglu
Navy trawlers brave minefield and air attack in coastal sweep
A naval officer recalls the perilous work of trawlers and mine sweepers clearing German mines along Britain's coast. Explosives in a locker ignite seen by crews who fight flames for hours, then a fog rammed by a trawler. Mines, air raids, and enemy aircraft feature in dramatic near misses and rescues.
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London
Britain
Cored
Berberia
Fleming
Long Range Duel Between English and German Guns
English and German long-range batteries staged a morning duel as the Germans opened fire from Cape Griz-Nez, shelling a convoy for an hour. British guns answered with a curtain of shells, shielding the convoy's passage toward port. No enemy shell scored a direct hit.
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Cape Griz-Nez
Kent
King honors mobile canteen team with gold medal
Australian Associated Press reports in London on November 24 that the King praised mobile canteen members facing difficulties and accepted a gold medal from George Gibson for their service.
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London
King Tismobile
George Gibson
Empire air scheme to start in Australia with 167000 cost
Canberra reports the interior department will begin work on the Empire air scheme costing over 167000 pounds with 77000 pounds earmarked for Queensland. The plan includes a new initial training school at Sandgate built in three sections to meet Air Force timing, with early completion of first crown buildings and an advance party ready by mid December.
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Canberra
Queensland
Department of the Interior
Miniter For the Interior
Sandgate
Air Forcs
Dutch Airmen Arrive in Batavia for Training
The Batavia radio reports Dutch airmen have reached Batavia from Britain to finish flying training. Earlier they were torpedoed and forced to abandon the voyage by boat to England, where they resumed the journey. Some were in Holland during the invasion and escaped to France.
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London
Batavia
Britain
England
Holland
France
Bombing Attacks Hit Birmingham Southampton and Bristol
The raids damaged Birmingham landmarks including the art gallery and arcade, wrecked shops in the city centre, and caused multiple fires quickly controlled. Bristol suffered heavy damage to shops and old buildings while Southampton saw six firemen killed as incendiaries fell. The Air Ministry noted little enemy activity over Britain last night.
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London
Birmingham
Southampton
Bristol
Coventry
Air Ministry
Britain
West Country
R. A. Eden
House of Commons
Bomb raids and evacuations amid wartime alerts
London faced minor air raids while a west country town endured heavy bombing and a partially demolished house with casualties. Canadian and British pilots claimed multiple enemy fighters shot down near Ha, the Channel, and the south coast. Dover council ordered compulsory evacuation of schoolchildren as mothers resist evacuations.
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London
East Midlands
Air Ministry
Yee
Ha S
Bilitz
Hellfire Corner
Dover
Sir Auckland Geddes
Nomura Ambassadorship Under Dubious Forecast
The Ashi Shimbun warns that Nomura's appointment as Ambassador to Washington may not sufficiently ease Japanese American tensions. It cites growing Anglo American East Asia cooperation as a risk factor and notes the envoy must prove statesmanlike skill beyond diplomacy. Cordell Hull announces U S acceptance of the nomination.
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Nomura
Foregn Minieter
Washington
Ashi Shimbun
Far Eastern
Japan
America
East Asia
Pacific
Admiral Hasegawa Chosen Governor General of Formosa
Tokyo November 2 Announcement from the Supreme War Council states Admiral Kiyoshi Hasegawa is named Governor-General of Formosa succeeding Admiral Kobayashi. Hasegawa, an active service admiral, previously Vice Minister for the Navy and commander of the fleet in China waters and of the Yokosuka Naval Station.
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Admire
Kiyoshi Hasegawa
Supreme War Council
Formosa
Kobayashi
Obayashi
Hasegawa
Formoea
Japan
Navy
China Waters
Yokosukai
Admiral Hwa Named Governor of Formosa by Domel
The Times Tokyo correspondent reports Domel news agency sees the appointment of Admiral Hwa from the active list as Governor of Formosa as signaling Formosa's role as a base for Japan's southward push in the current international context.
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The
Times
Tokio
Saya
Domel
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Formosa
Prisoners of War Food and Clothing Parcels Delivered
In the House Mr Eden reported improved transport aided by the Red Cross. British parcels to POWs in Germany totalled 138 thousand items through the Red Cross since August 191, and 385 parcels to British prisoners were transmitted. He noted 138 tons of Swiss bought food and 170 tons ordered for dispatch to camps. The U S Charge d Affaires in London will be kept informed on parcel arrivals.
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London
Parce
Germany
International
Hed Cross Committee
Eden
Switzerland
United States
Parcela
Belgium Declares War on Italy in Congo Cities
The Governor-General of Belgian Congo announced in Elizabethville that Belgium is at war with Italy. All suspected Italians are being arrested at Leopoldville and Elizabethville.
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London
Belgian Congo
Elizabethville
Belgium
Italy
Italiene
Leopoldville
No Cooperation War Stimson Presses Aircraft Firms
Secretary Stimson denounces non cooperation by Civil Airlines and Douglas Aircraft. He notes a 188 bomber order to Douglas in 1940未 delivered while engines go to British needs. Roosevelt backs prioritizing military production over commercial planes and urges firms to cooperate.
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Army
Bll Stimson
War de Syte Ake
Marcial Air Services
Mod
Riteh
Bumson
Commercal Lines
Douglas Company
United States
Roosevelt
Fifth Columnists in Defense Industry Debates
The Washington hearing notes calls to expel all Communists Falun and Nar from defense industries to prevent strikes and sabotage undermining the defence program. Committee chair Mr Dies urges swift action while House Judiciary Chair Samuels stresses keeping plants open as a public policy. Roosevelt invites Dies to a round table on curbing fifth column activity with State and Justice Department officials.
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Charman
M. Dies
Inmw
Faseida
Nar
Stalin
Hitler
Samners
House Judiciary Committee
Roosevelt
Mr. Dies
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State faces higher sales tax on building materials
Mr Bruce notes the added cost of a worker’s dwelling could run about £75 as many home buyers seek projects. The Minister suggests the State should consider raising the extra funds given the circumstances and applicant demand.
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