Vichy and Japan Press on Indo China Thailand border row
French troops mass along the Indo China frontier amid Vichy assurances to resume hostilities if Thailand pursues territorial demands. Tokyo reports an ultimatum to French Indo China and shows plans for possible mediation and escalation as Japan targets the Far East.
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Japan Presses Demands to Indo China and Siam
Colonel Koike says only path is for Indo China and Siam to concede. Japan aims to block U S aid to Indo China, demands rubber exports over 25 000 tons yearly, and says no mediation with Britain. Threats of conflict and civil defense measures in Cochin China noted.
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War Bill Sent To Spain
Rome reports Italy has sent Spain a bill of 61 million to cover its civil war expenses, with payments over 24 years. Official figures claim Italy spent 463 million on the Spanish war, while Mussolini outlined French armaments supplied including 763 planes and 140 tanks.
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Italians Face Defeat as British Air and Land Force Advance
British Air Force dominates the sky while South African airpower harasses retreating Italian forces from Somaliland toward Addis Ababa. British and Allied troops close in on East Africa as Eritrea and Keren fall, with Italian resistance collapsing and commanders captured. Nairobi reports a push to topple Mussolini’s empire.
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America accused of slacking in wartime mobilization
Former Ambassador Bullitt told The Overssss Press Club that the United States must produce war materiel at wartime speed or push for a nations emergency. He warned the global balance hinges on Berlin or London leadership and urged faster production to aid Britain and allies.
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Capture of Italian Seaplane Base at Cas Tallorizo
British destroyers bombarded a small Italian island Cas Tallorizo for four hours before landing troops took possession. Italian and German planes forced a withdrawal, but destroyers returned with air support to cover the landing.
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Air Corps Units to Be Sent to Alaska
The War Secretary announced that six additional air corps units would be sent to Alaska. Three of the six have already departed and the remaining three would go within two months. It was not disclosed how many planes were involved, but about 50 planes and 166 pilots are affected.
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Churchill Votes Confidence On War Time Provisions Bill
Prime Minister Churchill requests a free vote of confidence from the House of Commons on the Temporary Provisions Bill. He defends the measure as wartime and argues a Select Committee should review offices of profit and related constitutional issues. The debate touches tenure of government appointments and parliamentary principles.
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Dutch riots sweep Amsterdam amid martial law and clashes
The Dutch newspaper Vri Mederland reports bloody battles between Jews and Dutch factions with the Nasi under martial law after February 12 riots. German officials say eight killed and 40 wounded. Amsterdam arrests rise as police seal areas. Berlin says troops fired on workers at a Dutch railway station.
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Australia praised for war effort in Life eight-page spread
Life magazine lauds Australia as the best among democracies in re armament and munitions output surpassing India and Canada. It notes Australians are near the front lines of Japanese expansion toward Singapore and asserts they are ready for the test. Whisky supplies for Britons to be cut to 35 percent of pre war levels due to import needs and foreign exchange.
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Life” Today
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Canada
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Britain
Untitled Parliament Speech Reflects Postwar Roles
A speaker outlines government policy to preserve and restore MPs' status after the war. He envisions many ranks filled by veterans who contributed to victory and will share in the postwar fruits, shaping the future of the institution.
Anglo Turkish Talks End in Agreement in London
London reports a complete agreement after Anglo Turkish discussions with Mr Eden and General Sir John Dil meeting at 11 am with the Turkish Prime Minister Mr Baydam. Eden plans to travel to Cairo by air shortly as talks shift to technical discussions with mill representatives.
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No Intention of Attacking Blames German Propaganda
Sofia reports from the Daily Mail correspondent say anti British sentiment grows as Bulgaria distances itself from Germany. Claims of plots to overthrow the government are false. British passport issues and the disappearance of Grenovitch link to a passport office looting. Bulgarian police reportedly stopped Grenovitch on a train to Turkey.
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Time to Break With Bulgaria Declared Near
British Minister to Sofia Rendell told British and American journalists that Britain will soon break off diplomatic relations with Bulgaria. He spoke this evening on the deteriorating European situation and urged clarity in policy as tensions rise.
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Debated Lend Lease Bill Deepens Senate Clash
Frequent clashes marked the tenth day of Senate debate on the Lend and Lease Bill. Lodge urged shelving the measure for a straightforward aid plan to Britain while Brown warned the bill would create a Prussianized America. Tait accused the president of withholding aid to pressure Congress and grant expanded powers. London reports relay Britain facing German threats and naval needs.
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Friendly Invasion Admitted by Wilhelm Strassen
London report cites Wilhelm Strassen acknowledging a friendly invasion of Bulgaria had begun while denying any conquest. Corroborating dispatches from Geneva quote Strassen as stating the invasion is not meant as conquest and remains limited in scope.
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