Jap forces trapped on Leyte amid heavy rain and fierce air attacks
Allied forces drive Japanese troops toward Ormoc while torrential rain limits mobility and air support. American units push north from the landing beach, capture coastal positions, and intensify assaults around Albuera and Ormoc as enemy resistance weakens under persistent bombardment and weather constraints. The campaign features heavy naval and air action across Visayas, with supply routes disrupted and battles ongoing in multiple coastal zones.
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Ormoc
Alrang
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Ormer
Inne
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Terry
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Communiste
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Japanese raid and Allied counteroffensive details emerge
Fragmentary report describes heavy Japanese strikes and Allied air and sea responses. It notes U S and British actions around Leyte, Burauen, and inland tangles, with claims of airfield defense, supply disruption, and evacuations amid ongoing campaign.
Navy plans five more years of arms race with Japan
The War Production Board director Walker Muxony says the Navy estimates a long program to build 30 aircraft carriers capable of carrying 3,000 planes. He notes extensive production for naval arms and cites renewed activity against Japan as the driving force.
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Scoanrs
Sunaey
Hogiona
Eroducion Board
Walker
De Gaulle Signs Alliance With Russia
Moscow reports General de Gaulle agreed with Stalin on a pact of alliance and mutual aid between Russia and France. The ceremony involved Soviet leaders and prominent guests including British officials and the American ambassador Averell Harriman. Delegates and pilots from the Normandy squadron attended, marking a significant wartime alignment.
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London
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de Gaulle
Stalin
Ruse
France
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Ube Moe Ae
Germany
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Dean Balfour
Ambaumador
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Franck
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Prandh R
Madrid Denies Resignation Report Amid Turmoil
A garbled Reuters dispatch claims Madrid denies General Franco resigned or plans to retire. The Paris embassy and Spanish republicans are cited as denying confirmed details while discussions continue about government reorganization and potential Franco involvement.
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Reuter
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Om Y Reuters
Paris
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Yontereny
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London
U boat advances threaten sea war expansion
An article notes that new U boats may intensify the war at sea. It cites German efforts to improve endurance and stealth, enabling longer patrols and deeper penetration into Allied waters. Officials warn continued vigilance is required as submarine warfare evolves.
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Breakthrough in Hungary hastens fall of Budapest
London reports a Russian Order of the Day announcing a major break through on the German front north of Budapest. Danube riverfront advances reach the north bank and Czechoslovak frontier, enclosing Budapest in a semi circle. Soviet forces crossed the Danube about 16 miles south of Budapest, advancing along the Danube toward Tudapsslangs Unat, with emphasis on advancing from the north toward Var.
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London
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Entay
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Silemere
Vac
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Eres
Saat i Funan
Dae Pune
Harry Bridges Sues Over Apparent Publication Fallout
A disjointed text fragment reports Harry Bridges filing suit against parties linked to him amid contentious statements and alleged valuations of several items. The readable items mention police and Heart Publications, with amounts around 800 to 900 dollars, but the details are unclear.
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Ning 20
Umhriet Weatbradk Police
Heart Publications
Unions Refuse Support If Miners Strike Warned
Sydney officials warned unions would deny backing if miners walk out a one day general stoppage. Spokesman said rail, road and sea transport, electrical, metal and other unions would join, risking widespread disruption. Debate centered on postwar employment and wartime labor policy as 60,000 workers faced uncertain futures.
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Wank
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Sydney
Porthey
Austria
Hat Almom
Gan Workers Metal Unione
Communists to Join China Government in Chungking
Reports indicate Chiang Kai-shek agrees in principle to Communist participation in the National Government and joint direction of China's military affairs. Communist delegate Chou Enlai to return to Chungking to finalize the understanding as China braces for future Allied and enemy actions across Kweichow and Kowei districts.
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Chiang Kai-shek
China
Chou Enlai
Chungking
Atha
Germans Suffer Huge Losses On West Front In November
Allied reports detail heavy German casualties on the Western Front through November. American forces claim to have shattered enemy positions around Dillingen and Saarlouis while advancing near the Saar and Dillingen pockets. Estimates place German losses through late November near 103,000 killed, wounded, or captured, with several divisions and armored units heavily reduced or restructured.
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Raarbrockan
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Dillingen
United States Third Army
Cuyodlana
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Eiaimaod
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Alvilone
France
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Tal Derediot
Tom
Fone
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Mothier
Elasselassist siege and Greek civil conflict reports
Official dispatches report heavy ELAS attacks failing to force overtures amid Athens turmoil. Details describe casualties, prisoner counts, and escalating clashes near Piraeus and Athens with British involvement and a government pushback. The narrative cites ministers, archbishop involvement, and tensions surrounding a possible Allied position near the capital.
Mortals of Japanese Admirals Reported Dead
The Tokyo radio announces the deaths of four vice admirals and nine rear admirals. A southern theater citation praises their dauntless and gallant conduct as American forces move through the Philippines after the invasion. The tally mentions 34 admirals killed by early September and 19 by October 4, with rapid reports of air battles and losses.
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Philippines
Explosion at Herontys Power Company Injures Many
A blast at Herontys Power Company Sunday injures at least 25 and shatters windows across several towns. The shockwave is reported to have been felt as far as 38 miles away, with authorities assessing the scene for further danger.
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Lorion
Franciaco
Herontys Power Company
Indowe
Protests Over Greece Policy Draw Big Crowd Near Sydney
About 1,000 people gathered as the Labour Council urged Britain and the United States to back Greek self determination. Speakers urged peace in Greece and condemned sending arms to Japan. Attendees included Sydney students and EAM supporters with badges visible at the rally.
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Prades
Labour Council
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Kugar Ross
Prades and Labour Council
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Pury Kembla
Japan
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