Germans Push Back 15 Miles in Central Tunisia
London reports that on Wednesday German forces retreated 15 miles from their furthest advance from Kasserine Pass toward Thala and are making a desperate stand to slow Allied advances. Southern Tunisia scenes remain fluid with conflicting reports as the battle lines shift.
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London
Frentoline
Kasserine Pass
Thole
W.8.c
Algiers
Roxcerine
Eighth Army
Imn
Pata
Reuben
Apnewray
Rommel
Tubarku
Tuninut
Reuters
Algeranya
Bowline
Tuntatt
Tania
von Aph
Pulhaer
Bri
Ion
Prune
Waal
Tombing
Audis
Han Rine Pass
Labour grapples with Beveridge plan unites party factions
London reports show Labour reconciling differences on the Beveridge plan. Deputy Leader and Labour MPs reportedly briefed and pushed for unity as ministers prepare for expected parliamentary action and a late March assembly.
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Labour
Raids on Germany reported with light damage across regions
London dispatch notes raids by Allied forces over parts of northern and southern Germany last night causing light damage. Reports from Berlin indicate some civilian casualties while Naples saw slight damage to villas as attack plans remained unclear.
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London
RA. Jurabert
Germany
Tendo
Ron
Naples
Assam Bombed by U S Planes Reported
Fragmented dispatch claims an air raid on Assam with American bombers involved. Text notes morning attack and damage including a where unknown but mentions American forces.
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Assam
U.S
Hitler Proclaims Providence Chooses Him Amid Party Birthday
A proclamation read at Munich party celebrations portrays Adolf Hitler as chosen by Providence. It asserts Germany’s resolve against Russia and Allies and warns of sacrifices to mobilize manpower and resources for Europe.
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Hitler
Tate
Titer
Munich
Turupe
Germany
Allen Tver
Europe
New Heyer
Battle for Europe Develops Early in World War News
A fragment from a New York dispatch discusses the European front as observers expect early action. The piece references German retreats in Asia and hints at strategic moves toward a second front, with mentions of parliamentary debate and Mr Attlee’s moves.
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Europe
Whten
Nakthers
Huasia
Attlee
George Johnstony
Mignighus
Uch New Guten
Britain
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Mauke
Emiall
Thrye
Finn
Otturk
Lenrirens
Garon
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Waunten
Cape Harelle
Rudhey Libeester
Woo
Inginyilloger
Otham Coupe
Miloa
Bute
Bora
Mare Tha Te Aieng Aero
Huwon Ny Lp
Xerial BaramiUr
Tver
Fam Coppers Ik
Vila Sannitn
Gandhi Expected to Survive Fast
London report states Mahatma Gandhi appears likely to endure his hunger strike. Dispatch notes he remains weak but stable with doctors and visitors seen at his London residence as the fast continues, with prognosis uncertain into the near term.
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Gandhi
Fragmented Passage Reflects Gandhi Letter on Untold Policy
The text cites a Prime Minister and a government decision last August linking India’s stance at the United Nations to Gandhian ideals. It argues that calls for unity and non discrimination must guide actions, stressing national duty to defend the well being of the people and support the general cause of the United Latins.
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London
Weunssauy
Chichi
Merange
Ganant
Wide
Congress
Dédlaby
Jovty
United Nations
Gandhita
Fanting
India
Churchill Suffered From Pneumonia in London
The Prime Minister Churchill is reported to be ill with pneumonia but recovering as doors reopen to rest. A bulletin notes he was in good spirits and advised to take time off before resuming work. The report mentions plans for double summer time in Britain to begin soon.
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London
A. Pottetin
Mt. Ulnton
Allie
Mall
Takey
German Effort to Hold Donets Basin in Heavy Front
A Moscow report says the German High Command intends an all out drive to hold the Donets Basin. German tanks artillery and infantry move into the Kramatorskaya and Krasnosharmol areas as Soviet forces counter and defend key rail lines and the river approaches. Reports claim heavy Russian counter actions and advances by Red Army units toward the Donets region amid bitter winter fighting and strategic river crossings.
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London
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Donets
Moscow
Kramaterskaye
Krassoarmalsh Aracs
Rauters Colt
Kramaterskaya and
Krasnowrmeisk
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Iice
Thermana
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Reulerh
Menai
Key
Lebendin
Dover Polis
Inel
Ine
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Giutont Tym
Lanke
Pexton
West
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Trent
Sioaro
Powe
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Markupol
Pinalz
Lanis Ba
Stalin
Afualenntfrov
Bec
Hatin
Kalfain
Borden
Volkov
Leningrad
Miaslennikov
Ain Wien
Cawal
Nouthern
Soviet Barred From Separate Peace Talks
The article reports that the Soviet Union shows no willingness to negotiate a separate peace. It notes tensions with Britain and the United States, mentions the Allied approach via the Foreign Relations Committee, and references concerns over potential German moves and Romanian soil.
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Akhington
Weilher Benatar Coumus Chalemian
Hersel
Alont
Britain
Connally
Tsun
Anaiarance
Canad Nationa
Rineln Iehawa
Fuenin
Germany
Germany Exhausts Prewar Petrol Stocks Reported
A contemporaneous summary notes Germany facing shortages of prewar petrol, turning to hydrogenation to fill the gap while Japan's stance is mentioned and Western supply lines are strained. The piece cites an American assistant and a House committee context.
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Washington
Deauty
Petrosensa
House of Wiativen
Germany
Jim Limuindy
Japan
Bornes
China denounces French lease of base to Japan
Reported denouncement from Peking asserts French lease of a base to Japan violates Chinese claims and threatens protest. U S officials respond, noting Tokyo’s stance and the broader territorial dispute.
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China
Japan
Liberators Repel Ferocious Japanese Air Attacks
United States forces report the Liberators repulsed intense Japanese assaults over enemy-held territory. Several aircraft sustained minor damage, but crews returned safely with no major casualties noted as missions continued near key targets.
U S and Japanese Air Activity in Pacific
Readable fragments describe U S and Japanese planes operating in the Pacific with torpedo bombers and escort forces. Mentions attacks on positions and Allied responses with radar and aerial defense, though details are garbled.
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U.S
Pacific
Bante
Asenger
Nee Roca
Liembey
Fourth Term Debate Moves Warily in Congress
The article reports on Sabath and House leaders urging reconsideration of a fourth term for President Roosevelt amid wartime needs. It notes general public support for Roosevelt as best qualified to lead during war and diplomacy, while mentioning possible nomination of James R. Luciuski.
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House of
Comnmolin
Damon Orthey
Burma Gould
Muwun
Britain
Shy Bightt
North Afvicen
Vattelea
Farara
Roune
Cae
Eo Varjon
Mitinn
Warhington
Sabath
House of Representativas
Mecsevail
Roosevelt
Americas
Neirough
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Bette
Sibard
Limmoyski
Ian
Ambiguous Pilotless Plane Flight Reported Across Atlantic
A garbled text fragment describes a pilotless aircraft traveling about 2000 miles with crew basing out, mentions Liberator and North American airlines, and notes a rescue-like scenario and an eventual crash. Names and details are unclear due to transcription errors.
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