Amazing Polish Submarine Orzel’s Escape From German Patrols
A London report traces the Polish submarine Orzel’s daring journey from Gdynia to England after Poland’s invasion. It eluded German U-boats by submerging near the bottom and skirting sandy shallows, finally reaching a British naval patrol. The voyage included a neutral port stop at Tallinn and a tense night near a harbour where German forces fired. Orzel later navigated to safety, with torpedoes removed and crew secured aboard a guard.
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England
Poland
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Eenend
War at Sea Report Seizes Refugees Aboard German Vessel
A German warship seized a vessel carrying refugees from Brocknaint Pollah and Tewles off the Norwegian coast. An unknown submarine torpedoed the Ceroufalla near Norway. Twenty five crewmembers were saved four were lost. The Trevanion, listed as missing, was believed sunk with its crew saved after leaving Port Pirie for Bwaewen.
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London
Brocknaint
Pollah
Tewles
Sowal
Orem
Aubmerine
Reds Fail to Finland in Broad Fighting Across Fronts
Reported heavy fighting continues along the 800 mile front from the Arctic to Ladoga with Finnish and Soviet forces mounting fierce clashes. A Moscow communique claims advances near Lake Ladoga were repulsed while Finland’s positions hold. London reports British efforts to aid Finland and Finnish army volunteers join foreign units. church leader Archbishop Kalla calls for Christian aid worldwide.
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Arotie
Ladoga
Halainiel Tomnight
Lake Ladoga
Bjorn
Hel Vainki
Nigel Allan
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Finland
Anne Rwedes
Kalla
Hin
Turleu
Advisory Committee Urges Transfer to Canberra
The Advisory Committee on Financial and Economic Policy has recommended moving the Defence and Supply and Development Departments to Canberra at once. It reportedly plans a transfer scheme that would involve building nearly 1000 houses in Canberra.
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Advisory Committee On
Defence
Canberra
German Activity Near Luxembourg Reported In War Dispatch
German troop movements near Luxembourg grew amid frontier evacuations and diphtheria cases. A trench communiqué noted reduced front activity while German and French forces traded fire along the line. An October 14 Order of the Day praised General Gort and outlined preparations for a possible general offensive.
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London
Luxembourg
Auschen
Gort
Ganmelin
Germany
Finns Purchase Gas Masks in Experimental Defense Move
Finland buys 1,000 American gas masks as an experimental defense measure. The plan includes purchasing 105 tied guns and 109 ammunition, with delivery expected quickly to support military readiness.
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Washington
Finland
Wat Torten
Axl Li
Lance Manuites
Elvitan
Maneky Sehiche
U S Coast Guard detains five trawlers bought by France
Washington reports three trawlers had sailed earlier as mine sweepers. A coastguard detained five trawlers, purchased by France, while awaiting the Attorney General's ruling on whether many was entitled to damages from the United States if the vessels damaged German property.
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Washington
France
United States
More Taxes For War Costs Sloan Next Year
Australia faces higher taxes to cover war costs as Treasury officials analyze the Commonwealth finances. A new tax plan aims to raise about 20 million pounds in revenue with borrowing to fund defense. The government expects growth, but warns the crisis could strain the economy and lead to increased public debt early next year.
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Australia
Commonwealth
The
Treasury
Orat
Heavy rains in New Zealand flood Wellington area
In Wellington heavy rains caused a major landslide and floods. A large number of homes were damaged as river levels rose and bridges were washed away. Strong winds over 60 miles per hour intensified the disaster, with evacuations undertaken and residents urged to stay clear of danger zones.
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Wellington
Tunsday
Honire
Tshumabera
Unclear OCR Note From Taki Farms Proposal
Fragmentary report notes Taki Farms May Mige with references to Federation of British Industry and a ministerial topic on export and wartime prices. Mentions penny per gallon petrol and a golfer named Terry Catton, married to Marie Boas. overall unreadable.
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Cominatomer Tar Fond Tranmstt
Sr. C._Nealer
London
Iey
Mes
Marie Boas
Hitler's World Power Ambition Examined in New Book
The book by Herman Reuschning, ex Danzig Senate president, analyzes Hitler's drive for global domination through alliances. It cites 1932–34 talks, Nazi policy aims, and plans including Poland, Russia, and a broad European hegemony, with reactions from The Times and The Manchester Guardian.
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Hitler
Herman Reuschning
Danzig
the Times
Hidernen
Manchester Guardian
Poland
Australia Power in the Future Link With Other Democracies
An article reports Mr. Jens at a dinner advocating stronger Australian engagement in world affairs. He supports increased Pacific cooperation, Canada, the United Kingdom, and Africa, arguing a merged effort will strengthen civil liberties and global standing.
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Lberty
Jens
Pacific Ocean
Australia
Canada
United Beaten
Slee
Papal Consistory Sees New Cardinal Appointments
Vatican announces the appointment of 24 new cardinals as part of a consistory. No sacramental appointments for the existing hierarchy, with focus on elevating select church leaders and signaling ongoing reforms within the Holy See.
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Vatican
Necret Sardina Lauri
Yaranotae
Asrelae Saure
Bret Leony
Finland and Russia mediation efforts amid war talks
Finnish representatives and allied mediators seek a settlement as a 24 hour reply window is set. Britain and Latin American states back cautious mediation while Finland demands safe supply of arms and volunteers, with frontier adjustments debated.
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Holto
Finland
Russia
Columbia
Piseia
Fragmentary USA article hints at United States stance
A garbled passage references USA policy and warnings to unite against an unspecified threat. Mentions America and an ambassador figure, with unclear details about dates, places, or events.
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