Belgian King Leopold Surrenders in Face of War
Belgian Prime Minister Pierlot and cabinet members mourn the king's capitulation plan amid a public outrage at Albert I's statue. London dispatches report Leopold sought German permission to reside near the coast and vow to continue the war through a government led by ministers.
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Desperate Stand Against Germans in Northern Front
A German communique claims French forces in Artois are doomed and that resistance south of Lille has collapsed. It says the British Expeditionary Force faces destruction near Dixmude and Bruges, while Allied forces hold lines along the Yser. Reports from London and The Times correspondent note stiff French resistance and strategic manoeuvres in the north as German forces reach Lille and press toward Dunkirk.
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Narvik Falls to Allied Forces in Nordic Front
Allied forces report control of Narvik as British naval units sink seven German transports in recent days. Air power increases aid fighting Allies in Narvik while German troops attempt flanking moves and landings along the Iron Ore railway from the north.
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Purchase of Empire Sugar Contracts in House of Commons
The House of Commons announced contracts for the entire export sugar from Australia and the sugar producing Dominions and Colonies. This will involve 1,750,000 tons and grants at the United Kingdom will be spread over a long period beginning two months hence.
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Australia
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De Valera Says All Parties Back Defence Action
In the Dail Eireann Mr. de Valera reported that Cosgrave and Labour agreed to consult with the Government on defence matters as often as needed. He urged unity in a common cause and stressed the urgent need for defence measures the Government has decided on.
Nazi sadism alleged in French prisoner abuse order
A news agency reports General Goering ordered immediate shackling and separate camps for French air force prisoners with deprived allowances. French captives would be shot as reprisals for German airman deaths or attacks during parachute rescues. The measure excludes British airmen.
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Daily Telegraph
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Black Exchange Falls After King Leopold Surrender
New York report shows the Black Exchange dropping over seven points amid the surrender news. German bonds rose to their yearly peak while Italian bonds strengthened.
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New York
Leopold
Admiral Evans to Lead Home Front Air Factory Defences
In London on Tuesday the appointment of Admiral Sir Edward Evans to oversee local protection of aeronautical factories and airfields marks the latest Home Front development. Casualties from France and Belgium strain emergency hospitals, prompting a call for trained nurses. The Ministry of Labour weighs holiday disruption for factory workers and pay rates as a potential pattern emerges. King Leopold's brother Count Flanders reportedly wounded with leg amputated per Rome radio.
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Massive troop concentrations shift on Somme and Aisne fronts
Paris AP reports large troop build ups at Aisne and Somme as Allied forces in Belgium are pressed. French leaders claim recaptured villages north of the Somme after night battles while fighting along the Lys remains fierce. Allied air raids hit Bremen Hamburg and other targets as Dunkirk holds under heavy bombardment.
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Full Conscription for New Zealand
Wellington report notes government aims to speed up legislation for conscription to support war effort. After passage, the House may hold a secret session to inform members of the war position. The King’s Birthday holiday was foregone to distribute this day’s salary to the war.
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Servant Save
RAF presses German lines with bold air offensive
A French spokesman reports the air forces are fighting with full means in a major operation to shield advancing ground troops. RAF bombers attacked targets from Dusseldorf to Hamburg and Cologne while fighters patrolled over France and Belgian ports. Air Ministry bulletin notes 79 German raiders destroyed or damaged and 13 RAF aircraft not returning.
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France
East Indies tension prompts Dutch envoy inquiry
East Indies report prompts Foreign Office spokesman Mr Suma to state Vice Foreign Minister Mr Tani summoned Dutch Minister M Pabst for an account. Pabst would consult Batavia. Suma called it strange that no information was available about Friday’s reported declaration on the East Indies.
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Germany feels pinch of blockade slows life during wartime
The Times reports Swiss and German sources indicate tighter control of life as rubber lead copper and solder grow scarce with many firms closing. Dogs ordered destroyed except police service. dancing halted. cigarette shops closed. beer limited. Munich buildings ordered copper parts removed. armaments factories working overtime. Sweden notes Russian petrol deliveries to Germany cut and diverted. Berlin radio says 250 railway trucks of Dutch produce left Hollerd for Germany with more en route.
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Parachute Troops Shock in Dutch Operations Details
An official statement discussed the German parachute assault in Holland. The record notes 7 000 of 10 000 landed troops killed or injured, and that even those who landed safely required minutes to recover. Parachutes carried weapons and gear including sub machine guns and petrol stoves.
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Holland
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House of Coe
D W. Smiles
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Cevyclea
Ator
American Taxation for New Defence Plans
The Military Committee of the House approves emergency defence expenditure of 18,500,000 dollars for domestic military needs. The Senate backs a bill allowing the President to enable the Army and Navy to build ships for Latin American republics at cost and to supply coastal and anti-aircraft matériel. The House also passes a bill to expand the naval air force to at least 10,000 planes and accelerate warship construction.
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