British air power in war stations and dominion training
Britain reveals a formidable air force concentrated at war stations with air crews in Egypt Palestine and Iraq. Captain Balfour reports pilots from every Dominion trained at schools using aircraft equal to Western Europe’s best, as Australia adds airmen to Middle East troops.
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Secret Memoirs Reveal Lansing Push for War in 1917
The document outlines Hubert Lansing's view that the United States should enter World War I. It cites his February 1917 letter to Wilson urging decisive action and his belief that Allies stood for democracy. Lansing pressed for punitive measures against aggressors to safeguard humanity.
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Luxembourg Frontier Strengthened Amid War Actions
Luxembourg strengthens frontier defences with concrete and steel fortifications on roads and bridges. French war communiqué reports artillery action west of the Saar and east of the Hiver Hills, with increased air activity between the Moselle and the Rhine and over Alsace.
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Expulsions of Terrorists Reported in Britain
Britain reports expulsion of 119 individuals in the first five months of new measures targeting Irish Republican terrorism. The notices reflect ongoing enforcement actions amid a broader security operation. A separate item notes the German motor ship Antonio de Fine clearing for Windivestock with cargo valued at about half a million dollars, including hides and vegetables.
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Prime Minister Menzies Announces Cabinet Resignation
Sydney reports Prime Minister Menzies announced the resignation of Minister for Customs Mr. Lawson from the Federal Cabinet. Menzies to be sworn as Customs Minister tomorrow with Holt serving duties. Lancan’s resignation letter cites public criticism over a racehorse matter. Curtin plans to leave Canberra for Melbourne.
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Italy may recognize puppet government in China
Diplomatic circles report Italy considering recognition of a puppet government in China due to opposition to Soviet plans. Observers in Washington view any shift as not signaling a stance toward Germany, amid Anglo American trade negotiations.
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Norway Reaches Pacts With Britain and Germany
Oslo reports Norway has agreed with both Britain and Germany after wartime trade talks. The pact aims to have Norwegian ships avoid risks from British contraband control stations during future calls.
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Australians in Jerusalem leave amid enthusiastic Arab reception
The Jerusalem correspondent of The Times reports 400 Australians on their first day departing Jerusalem amid enthusiastic Arab demonstrations. Arabs nickname them millionaire soldiers for spending freely.
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NO STALEMATE ALLIES WILL WIN WAR
British military expert Major General Gwynn argues against stalemate, saying Germany risking land offensive wastes resources and risks defeat, while defense allows Allied pressure without huge sacrifices. He asserts Allies win through combined pressure of all instrumented force, not by huge land or air blows or blockade.
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Nazis With Forged Passports Reported in Mexico City
Three Germans suspected as secret service agents were arrested for entering Mexico on forged passports. The government is investigating their activities and potential ties to espionage.
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Finnish Forces Hit Wiipuri Lines and Railways
Finnish guns pound Wiipuri as three railway lines are blown up including Bjorko to Wiipuri and Summa to Raivoli Wiipuri. Russian planes bomb North Finland ports. Reports note 13 enemy planes shot down and snow in Helsinki with no deaths.
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British Warships Near Murmansk Rise Sweden's Anxiety
Stockholm dispatch says British warships operate near Murmansk with Swedish concern over timber and ore shipments from the Kola Peninsula to Germany. The question looms what Sweden will do if Finland falls and Copenhagen notes limited British blockade activity.
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IRA Outrage Injures Nine in Double Bombings Near Marble Arch
Nine people injured in two bombings attributed to the IRA near Marble Arch. One blast damaged a cloak room and a street vendor was hurt. a second explosion in Oxford Street shattered a gown shop window. Five others sustained minor injuries.
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German airmen interned in Holland near Edam
Amsterdam reports an unspecified number of German Air Force officers and sergeants forced down in Holland are interned in a fortress near Edam. All are on parole and are allowed to move within limits.
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Russia foresees U S entry into war says Pravda
Moscow reports Pravda predicts the United States will enter the war this year or in the near future, mirroring America’s entry in 1916. The forecast frames U S involvement as imminent and parallel to past events.
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Soviet Black Sea Fleet Moves News in Blackout Plan
Baku will be blacked out nightly from February 27 as part of Soviet naval activity in the Black Sea. officials announce heightened measures surrounding the Soviet Fleet operations in the region.
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Rumanians Report German Spies Stirring Trouble in Middle East
London sources say a group of German officers, many ex‑soldiers, traveled through Romania under false names to incite Middle East unrest. Romanian railways juggle mobilization as reserves called and aviation fuel bans spark Berlin and Bucharest talks ahead of a February envoy visit.
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Clodius
RAF Claims 59 German Planes Shot Down
The aeronautical correspondent reports RAF observers tally at least 59 German planes down since the war began with additional crashes near Bejinia and St Abb’s Head. Hurricanes and Spitfires chased Heinkel bombers over the northeast coast and off Northumberland as crews destroyed one aircraft and forced another to crash land. The Fifeshire trawler sunk by enemy aircraft is noted with 2 officers and 18 ratings missing. Berlin’s communique confirms large scale reconnaissance over the North Sea and eastern France.
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Trade with Britain and Brazilian meat orders noted
Fragmentary report: government monitors trade with Great Britain on lapsing terms. Mention of advice for renewal and a potential 1,000,000 dollar order of Brazilian meat amid a broader trend in domestic dominions and bulging trade figures.
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Britain
Paris and London Cite Friendship After Conference
A Paris report from Thursday notes a statement stressing friendly atmosphere after a delegation conference involving British and French groups. It claims cooperation and shared aims despite wartime strain.
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