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Newspaper

Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Aug 15, 1941

Page

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Anglo American World Peace Plan Principles

A broadcast by Lord Privy Seal describes Anglo American disarmament and freedom of world trade. It notes conferences between time Prime Minister Churchill and President Roosevelt, outlining principles agreed upon and efforts to curb militarism and Hitlerite aggression. Further talks are expected to refine these points and apply them to global policy.

Lord Privy Seal R. Aftice Minin Mr. Churchill Recreralt Declara Hane AC Jolie Ronsavelt Cracey Sime Seat Ees Seine Lanieavertrook Wa Ministat Euppline Omvferesice United States Prine Germany Rent Rossevelt Wean Ag United Tates Permia Churchil United Kingdom

Turkish reaction to British Soviet declarations reported

Ankara correspondent of The Times writes that British and Soviet declarations delight Turkelah circles and strongly influence Turkish government policy with expected repercussions across Ankara politics.

London Turkelah Ankara the Times

Intense Daylight Raid on Germany by British Planes

Berlin radio claims all civilians in bombed areas suffer, as 800 British planes raid cities including Berlin, Hamburg, Hanover, Bremen and others. Leaders from Britain and the United States pledge unity against aggression and Turkey faces risks in the alliance context.

London BA. Ot Berlin Elvifinme

Bombard Berlin as RAF aircraft press heavy night raids

Reports describe massive incendiary and high explosive bombs dropped on Berlin in a prolonged night attack. Weather and fighter patrols over Berlin and surrounding areas allowed observers to note extensive damage in Bremen Osnabruck Duin and Cologne while crews report persistent bombing and strong anti aircraft fire.

Terlin Pha Wellington Jpaanchuster Muirting Malifax Berlin Ake Young Brune Arma Enta Baan Hanover Bremen Osnabruck Duinbare Cologne Ruhr Gnglund Etter Alor Rat Og Bs

Transport Problems Rail Sabotage Everywhere

The article describes sabotage disrupting rail transport in Europe before the war, with trains diverted and routes blocked. It notes fear of attacks on southern lines and the impact on goods movement toward Germany, mentioning the Balkans and railway despatch procedures.

Runaian Viens Germany Badkana Ger

Senate Parses Military Service Bill Amid War Debate

Washington reports a near party line House vote on extending military service, with Senator Wheeler stressing public opposition to undeclared war. He notes pressure from President, Secretary, and allies, while critics warn of national division and possible loss of funding if the executive acts unilaterally.

Washington Web Wheeler Mid Today House of Representatives

Unclear World War News Amid Confused Dispatches

Fragmented wartime report claims attacks in Africa and the Atlantic. References Britain, RAF, Tripoli, Bardia, and an Italian or allied force. Submarine actions allegedly sink two freighters and damage vessels. another sub sinks Blenheim in the Mediterranean.

Atlantic Blenheim Mediterranean

Crews of freighters rescued after peril at sea

Fragmentary report indicates two freighter crews were rescued following an incident at sea. Names, dates, and locations are unclear in the readable text, but the item concerns maritime distress and survivor recovery.

Far East tensions ease amid cautious outlook

Reported calm in the Far East raises hopes for reduced conflict. Observers note shifting Japanese policy signals and Thai concerns while Bangkok and Singapore monitor signs of a potential southward move from Indo-China and new export/film exhibition notices in Tokyo.

Calm Before Storm Warns Japan Entry Possibility

A distorted Tokyo dateline reports Mr Hiraide urging patience as Japan weighs stepping into war. The piece claims Japan would not tolerate Thailand aiding Britain, with militaristic tones and uncertain quotes about renewed conflict and alliance shifts.

Tokyo Hiraide Leen Bucalim Ilmy Japan Thailand Britain

Soviet Evacuates From Smolensk Front in Rear-Guard Action

Moscow Reuters report says Soviet forces pulled back from Smolensk amid heavy fighting and German pressure. The correspondent notes German advances slowed, heavy rail traffic between Berlin and Smolensk disrupted, and Russian forces preparing inland withdrawal toward Nikolayev as part of a general strategic retreat.

Moscow Reuter Weds Tae Geenan Pat Tae Cern Failway Treffic Berlin Smolensk Amolenek Wan Atti

Finns Disappointed with Nazi Aid

The report from the Stockhorn correspondent in The Times details Finnish reactions to Nazi support. German advances near the Baltic coast and Leningrad influence Finland’s stance as officials weigh options. Doubts persist about German reliability and broader aims as Finnish leaders seek strategic alignment.

Battles and encirclements in Ukraine and Finland amid war updates

A clash of reports from the Eastern Front describes Axia forces exceeding Budenny’s troops at Nikolayev, with mentions of encirclements and attempts to relieve Leningrad. The piece notes German positions in Finland marooned in the tundra and references Finnish politics and Norwegian involvement as the war widens.

Moncow Nikolayev Axia Marshal Buidenny Marahat Butenny Fitamersaike Marshal Budenny Fusaiane Moncaw Cenimgrad Jean Hort Ae Einaing Leningrad Xinonaly Howe Ord Finland Walte Murmand Vietra Eensonen Norway Nvien Satta Cristo Hae Teomies Tale Winking Country Arte

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