Heavy RAF Air Defences Beat Back Repeated German Attacks
Sixth day of raids sees Chinney and south east coast ships under bombardment. RAF fighters engage German bombers off the coast and in south east England. Civilian casualties rise as explosive bursts and crashed aircraft top the toll. Churchill visits coastal defences. RAF and Coastal Command strikes on France and the Low Countries reported.
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Teleki Praises Axis Peace Proposal After Munich Talks
Budapest reports Prime Minister Teleki praising the Munich conference outcomes. He says Hungary returns with confidence in Axis friendship and vows cooperation while warning against excessive demands. The broadcast emphasizes hope for a peaceful period with Germany and Italy.
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Fes
Fuehrer
Germany
Hungary
Britain Discusses Soviet Britain Approach and Oil Countermeasures
Foreign Under-Secretary Butler told the House that British policy aims to strengthen Soviet ties since a friendly Soviet approach in March. He said Germany could be countered by countering Soviet aid, with potential moves on Caucasus oil and no Turkish or Iranian collaboration. He denied German claims that Britain sought to direct attacks away from Baku.
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London
Butler
House of Commons
Germany
Caucasus
General Staffa
Turkey
Iran
Russia
Baku
Conservative Opposition Leaders Decline War Cabinet Invite
Dr Hanson and former War Minister Sterling refused the Prime Minister's invitation to join the War Cabinet. Hanson will consider an alternative plan for weekly conferences.
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Ottawa
Hanson
Sterling
Czech unrest in Zurich cited by German communique
A German communique confirms unrest in Czechoslovakia with numerous arrests after police inquiries into groups deemed anti state. Dr Kilatho, a left administrator, was among those detained.
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Rumania Plans Deportation of Polish Soldiers
London reports Rumania intends to deport Polish soldiers amid wartime tensions. Officials say the move will affect military personnel stationed in the region and could impact allied operations.
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Britain Defers Child Migration Scheme
The Press Association reports Britain defers the evacuation of British children to the Dominions due to difficulties. An announcement in Parliament next week will outline possible modifications and the scheme’s revival plan. Senator Fell from Canberra said machinery would be kept ready to resume without delay if revived. Australians look forward to safeguarding the children during the war.
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France to Keep Bearn in Martinique Under Navy Hold
The French Navy refused the U S proposal to let the aircraft carrier Bearn depart Martinique and anchor in New Orleans. Washington reports say France will immobilize Bearn and other ships in French waters while talks consider an international commission to oversee the halt.
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Martinique
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Shaken by Raids Duke of Sutherland Addresses Empire Air League
The Duke of Sutherland told the Empire Air League that raids on the enemy are more protective than passive defenses. He said the bomb age impacts German morale as much as property damage, stressing air power’s role in Britain’s defense.
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Monroe Doctrine for Asia and Shanghai Armistice Notes
A Shanghai dispatch reports a plan backed by the Navy to seize control of foreign interests in China, widen blockades, occupy areas, and push into Borneo and the Netherlands Indies. It cites friction in Shanghai and Indo China disputes as triggers, with reorganization signaling a tougher policy and Army-Navy debates over moves toward the Indies. Tokyo says the Shanghai issue on gendarme arrests will be settled locally and no talks are planned to adjust Japanese American relations.
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Turkey Calls Up Cavalry Reserves
Ankara reports the government announces calls for seventeen cavalry classes on July 15 and recalls all medically restricted soldiers on July 12. The communique follows a Government Party meeting with a detailed statement on recent political developments.
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Britain’s Stance on Trade and Pan American Conference
The Ministry for Economic Warfare stated Britain would not interfere with legitimate trade though neutral J, clarifying misassociation of Japan with Italy and Germany. Britain seeks cooperation on surplus production ahead of the Havana Pan American Conference on July 20 and aims to prevent supplies reaching Germany and occupied territories. Cor dell Hull reported warnings to Latin American nations about anti Nazi actions at Havana.
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Petain to Lead France as Chief of State with New Powers
French radio reports Marshal Petain to replace Lebrun as Chief of State. Three decrees grant Petain legislative powers pending new assemblies. Senate and Chamber to convene only by his summons. Gov t to include 12 ministers and 30 governors with Bourbon ties. prefects lose authority.
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Morthel Petain
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France
Forts Fight Obscure as British Hold Position
From London reports indicate Capuzzo and Madelina near the Egyptian Libyan border remain obscure in control. A heavy enemy assault on Moyale failed after dawn on Wednesday with over a thousand shells fired and light British losses. RAF chased attackers and claimed a downed plane with minimal damage to side.
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Capuzzo
Elina
Madelina
British Moyale
Ben Cena i’ Ta
Naval bill advances with long range defense program
The House accepted Senate minor amendments to a 4 billion Naval Bill and sent it for signing. Naval Committee Chairman Walsit estimates total expansion at about 10,000 dollars? with 85 battleships 20 aircraft carriers 88 cruisers 378 destroyers and 180 submarines to be completed by 1946-47. The measure authorizes future funding rather than providing current appropriations. Contracts for 1000 aeroplanes are in negotiation and 100 million dollars in orders placed since July 1.
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House of Representatives
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House
Naval Committee
Walsit
Roosevelt
Italian Fleet Claims Safety and Victory in Mediterranean
Mussolini announces an Italian naval victory stating the fleet repelled British moves in the Mediterranean off Sicily. The communique says Italian forces and aircraft hit British shipping, with carrier and other units reported damaged.
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