Herr Hess Escapes from Germany
An apparent report states Rudolf Hess, Deputy Fuehrer, escaped to Britain by plane from Drome London on Tuesday. A Messerschmitt accident in Scotland Saturday night left Hess injured and hospitalized. authorities in Glasgow confirm identity based on photographs and a Foreign Office officer’s confirmation.
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Herr Rucelf Hess
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Germany
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Scotland
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Foreign Office
German airman parachutes into Scotland after plane crash
A German airman deliberately planned his escape, parachuting from a burning plane that ran out of fuel. He reached the Scottish west coast by night, was helped to a farmhouse, declined tea, and chatted with a local family before military officials arrived. He wore fine clothes, carried a gold watch and bracelet, and showed a calm, cultured demeanor despite his injury.
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Heaa
Germany
Heas
Scotland
Hess
David McLean
McLean
James
Ovely
Eve
Proved identity of a man tied to German leadership
Photographs shown to McLean identify a key German figure. He is described as powerful and popular in Berlin, with a major speech at Hitler's birthday celebration and a May 1 address at the Messerschmitt factory praising industrial leaders and workers.
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Heas
Germany
Berlin
Daily Telegraph
Hitler
Hesa
Messerschmitt
Augsburg
Grave Crack Drives Political Rhetoric Amid Nazi Siege Debates
A political writer asserts deliberate actions behind a rally or event. The piece alleges possession of photographs for blackmail, implying awareness of consequences and highlighting embarrassment for the Nazi regime amid ongoing siege tensions.
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Hosa
Desertion Broadcasts Signal Grim Crack in Nazi Regime
A Nazi regime crack appears if Hess's desertion is deliberate. The correspondent notes broadcasts to Germany and Italy this morning and suggests repeated updates through the day.
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Nasi
Hess
Germany
Italy
Contraprop advances air efficiency for Fleet Air Arm
The Daily Telegraph reports a coaxial contraprop with steerable pitch blades boosting aircraft efficiency. Developed by G. J Pert-Smith and Captain A G Forsyth, the system uses two interleaved air screws on inner and outer shafts for more controllable thrust and improved takeoff handling. A hidden device allows independent operation of half the propellers, with potential dual-motor reliability.
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Fleet Air Arm
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G. J Pert-Smith
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Damage and defiance amid London air raid chaos
Report from London after Saturday night bombing shows Parliament debris in the Commons chamber and damaged churches. Victor Goodman notes deliberate German attack with lingering aftereffects on Trafalgar and Waterloo frescoes protected in the Royal Gallery.
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Victor Goodman
A.R.P
House of Parliament
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House of Commons
Stephen
House of Lords
Waterloo
Royal Gallery
George V
Edward I
Henry V
Cromwell
England
Australa
East Anglia
Luftwaffe
R.A.F
Commonwealth finances show excess receipts over expenditure
At ten months the general finances show a surplus of £230,000. Income tax collections rose in March but the Budget estimate of £37,900,000 remains short by more than £36,000,000 to be collected.
British War Prisoners at Corinth In Greece
New York writer Louis Leghner visited a Corinth prison camp in Greece housing General Parrington and 300 British officers with 540 troops from Australia New Zealand and Britain. Prisoners corroborate a fierce battle against overwhelming German forces while awaiting transport to Germany. Australians and New Zealanders claim RAF limitations hindered action against British targets.
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Moniny
Louis Leghner
Prema
Corinth
Greece
Parrington
Meena
Australia
New Zealand
Mafin
Germany
New
French Threat to Resist American Plans
Ambassador Paneteol Leahy sought an interview with Marshal Petain to obtain an explanation of M. de Brinon’s statement to American journalists. He claimed France would resist any US attempt to occupy Dakar and that French warships including the Richelieu were ready to defend Dakar. De Brinon also said that if the United States entered the war, European nations must unite to defend common interests.
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M. de Brinon
France
United States
Dakar
Richelieu
Europe
Early Invasion Expectation Ahead of Luftwaffe Attacks
London dispatch cites US press noting German night raids on RAF airfields caused limited damage but sparked belief in Britain that persistent strikes signal a pre invasion phase. Berlin dispatch claims Luftwaffe attacked 45 RAF stations last night.
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United Press
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Berlin
Attempt to Get Soviet Into Axis Mood Moves in Europe
Diplomatic circles report that meetings among Hitler Mussolini and Stalin are likely soon. The talks are seen as linked to reorganizing European economies and possibly forming a broader military bloc with shake ups of Spanish political and military structures.
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Herr Hitler
Eigner Mussolini
M. Stalin
Europe
Hess Believed Hitler Heading For Disaster
Reliable sources indicate Hess showed a changed outlook and believed Germany faced disaster. He disassociated from Nazi policy to escape responsibility and spoke with a guilty conscience. Indications suggest Hean spoke freely, though largely in generalities, with potentially valuable information to the Government. He would be treated as an honorable prisoner of war.
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London
Hess
Germany
Hean
British Columns Close On Italian Forces At Amba Alagla
Two British columns from opposite directions drive toward Amba Alagla trapping about 38 000 Italians north of Ethiopia. British troops seize the last Italian strongholds in Walderma area as the pursuit tightens.
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London
Amba Alagla
Ethiopa
Walderma
Australia to defend Singapore amid Pacific crisis
Australian Prime Minister Menzies told a Nationalists Club audience that Singapore is vital to humanity as the Pacific key and pledged Australia would defend it against any attack. He stressed Britain's all out effort and hinted at potential Australian American cooperation in shipping due to shortages affecting Australia and New Zealand.
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Pacific
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Nationalists Club Today
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New Zealand
Iraqi Rebels Desert As German Aid Fails to Materialize
A Daily Telegraph special correspondent reports Iraqi rebels show little resolve near the Rashid Ali regime. Iraqi forces south of Al Gur near the Garden of Eden reportedly lose heart and stay near the RAF perimeter, while British troops note the lack of determination in Iraqi resistance. Berlin radio signals waning support for Rashid Ali amid Hitler’s cautious stance. A Berlin paper mentions the Grand Mufti calling for a Holy War against Britain. Moscow radio quotes sharp criticism of Rashid Ali by foreign powers.
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al Gur
Garden of Eden
Habbaniyah
Daily Telegraph
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Soviet Move on Iraq Diplomacy Draws Interest and Skepticism
The Times correspondent notes Rashid Ali seeks Soviet relations to gain leverage, while Moscow courts Baghdad for Middle East influence. Telegraph hints Moscow aims to monitor Middle East developments, offering recognition to any future Iraqi government, not Rashid Ali personally.
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Daily Telegraph
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Rashid al
Traq
Atonement Completed in Ethiopia War Debates
Addis Ababa reports Haile Selassie declares aim to aid reconquest and oppose anti Ethiopian aggression, signaling potential disaster for aggressors in 1935 context.
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Addis Abbaba
E of
Ethiopia
Haile
Bombardment of Benghazi Reported by Admiralty
The Mediterranean Fleet bombarded Benghazi from point-blank range on Saturday night damaging shipping. Despite heat, British ships remained undamaged as land batteries and air forces struck targets. Allied forces report gains in Tobruk and Sothum sectors with heavy tank combat and harbor damage.
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Admiralty
Benghazi
Tobruk
Sothum
R.A.F
Ambalagi
Abyssinia
Secretary Knox declares commitment to arm Britain for victory
Washington report from the Society of Engineers quotes the Secretary to the Navy Colonel Knox promising full support to Britain. He states the U S has chosen to oppose the aggressor and will provide sufficient arms to ensure victory, regardless of the cost to the United States.
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Society of Engineers
Navy
Knox
Iheea
Britain
Japanese Push in Hankow Area Spurs Major Actions
Report from Shanghai says the largest Japanese thrust toward Hankow is under way with simultaneous operations across South Shinahim North Honane Haipei and Keyantang. Chinese authorities claim strong defenses and expect heavy fighting as the campaign continues.
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Hankow Ia
South Shinahim
North Honane
Haipei
Keyantang
Vichy Bargains With Hitler Reported in Diplomatic Circles
Report suggests Admiral Dorlan secured terms from Germany to amend the armistice allowing use of coal and iron resources. details remain unclear as officials await outcome of a five view with Marshal Petain.
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Tueetan
Admiral Dorlan
Germany
Marshal Petain
Darlan Meets Hitler Amid Occupation Talks
Berlin reports show French Vice Premier Admiral Darlan conferring with Adolf Hitler in the presence of Joachim von Ribbentrop. The talks center on concessions hampering Allied plans and potential outcomes for occupied territories.
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Berlin
Hitler
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von Ribbentrop
Dvesa Anys
Huwg
North South Mail Link Backed by Opposition Leader
The Leader of the Opposition Mr Curtin supported a continuous north south rail link and urged a standard gauge line from Jogdl to Port Pirke to connect major routes and improve mail and freight movement.
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