25 Feb 1941
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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Feb 25, 1941
Page
1
German plans escalate as bridges in western Bulgaria are reinforced to carry 20 tons for fast tanks. Observers posted on Rila and other ranges monitor Greek targets while Sofia traffic slows under police orders. The German high command signals potential action against Greece and possible regional moves including Albania and Turkey.
A Berlin despatch says the Axis conference with General Franco aimed to secure supplies of raw materials and food for Spain and Morocco. In return the Axis asked general guarantees that Franco would avoid committing himself against the Allies.
London faced a second alert as gunfire was heard in a district and explosions rattled windows. The attack on the capital prompted an all clear before midnight, followed by a second alert, with authorities extending caution across a large area.
In Pravda on the 23rd anniversary of Allied successes in Africa and Albania, Missar for Marine credits the British Fleet with ensuring the transport of troops and munitions through the Mediterranean, highlighting strategic sea power as decisive.
Australia reports Sir Walter Citrine returning to London after fulfilling war duties. The wartime labor leader landed in the British capital to resume his duties with the Trade Union Congress and his public service roles.
Amid tense Pacific conditions, Japanese officials deny plans to move south and stress mediation aims to end the war. Mr. Ohashi cites a message to Mr. Eden and Mr. Matsuoka notes tri partite pact seeks to prevent further war spread. Darwin reports calm public mood and praise for Australian troops observed in Malaya camps.
Canberra reports from Empire and neutral countries show a very favorable reaction to sending Australian forces to Singapore. Officials stated yesterday that the move is supported and will proceed.
Fragmentary text references Gandhi and India's constitutional, economic, and political unity. Names and clear facts are unreadable, but the snippet hints at a discussion of Gandhi's role and India's national cohesion within a constitutional framework.
The rally in Rome features Mussolini denouncing setbacks since Taranto and forecasting a long war. Fascist speakers praise Germany while Mussolini vows maximum effort and 2 to 4 million armed men if needed. American aid for Britain remains in focus as the fighting continues.
Saigon sources report the Indo China Thailand armistice has been extended to March 7 as tensions rise. Warships depart Saigon headed toward Siam Bay amid alleged French warlike preparations. Officials warn of mobilization and civil defense measures to counter potential danger.
Cairo dispatch reports a pivotal string of behind the scenes meetings involving British and Allied leadership. General Wavell and Prime Minister Eden's discussions aim to shape military operations in Africa and the Balkans as Turkey and other powers watch closely. The note cites De Gaulle and Wavell's coordination from Egypt and London.
A Berlin news agency reports the first meeting of the Reassemblement Populaire convened by 2000 officials. Marshal Dent addressed the gathering amid talks of forming a puppet government in France.
A clipped wartime dispatch notes Greek forces pressuring Italian positions on a disputed front. It mentions heavy artillery activity, several enemy casualties, and bombardment of an island in the Aegean Sea amid ongoing hostilities.
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