British naval co operation in defence of Greece and raids on Africa bases
British forces report coordinated naval effort to defend Greece while RAF raids hit Italian African bases causing extensive damage. Bombs struck stores dumps and camps in Eritrea and Italian Somaliland. South African Air Force also conducted reconnaissance and attacks. Prime Minister Smuts to tour South Africa to boost unity.
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Greek Greek-war news on Albania and Aegean fronts
British air and naval activity expands near Albania and Greece as Greek defense stalls Italian advances along the front. Reports claim Italian shelling, Greek counterattacks, and winter weather shaping movements from Epirus to Salonika with mobilization and aid efforts abroad.
Japanese Press Attacks United States War Drift
A Tokyo dispatch to Nichi Nichi Shimbun claims U S policy toward the Far East is a bluff that risks dragging America into war. The front page denounces Washington's political, dramatic, military and economic moves as moving from intimidation to direct conflict.
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United States
Way of the Ox Subversive Party Readied for Suppression
In South Africa the so called cultural body Ouewartrandwag or Way of the Ox faces suppression. Dr. Malan calls its activities subversive and says members were victims of espionage. The Congress supports a passive disobedience campaign if outlawed. Hertzog and Pirow push constitutional unity and purge anti national elements.
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Medals for Gallantry Awarded to Spanish Fishermen
His Majesty the King awarded the Medal for Gallantry and Humanity to Jose Oneo Caaman and Maxcato Padin of the Spanish fishing vessel Meco. They saved survivors from an oil tanker attacked and set on fire by an enemy submarine off the Spanish coast last May.
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London
Jose Oneo Caaman
Maxcato Padin
Meco
Japanese Evacuations Reported Across China and Indochina
In Hanoi, reports say Japan has abandoned Kwangsi province and about 7000 sailors have left Haiphong for an undisclosed destination. Fires near Chongqing are thought to signal the end of a Japanese evacuation of Ichang, a key Yangtze port near Szechuan.
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French Controller assures no threat to Western Hemisphere holdings
Martinique report states M. Henry Haye assures Assistant Secretary Sumner Welles that the United States need fear no attempt to alter sovereignty of French possessions in the Western Hemisphere. He denies Germany sought transfer of French African possessions.
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Martinique
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Sumner Welles
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Germany
Italy Weak Point in Axis Warns of Strike by Allied Fleets
Lord Chatfield in a broadcast argues Italy is the Axis weak point. He says sea and air forces can be spared from Britain’s defense to strike Italy now, aiding Greece and threatening Italian plans in the Mediterranean and near Salonica. He notes Greek naval cooperation and strategic harbors, with Admiral Cunningham’s fleet ready to contain Italy and guard Suez.
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Invasion Ports Attacked by RAF Bombers
RAF strikes last night hit invasion ports in Flushing and Antwerp and German port Emden. Bomb bursts targeted docks and harbours, with a spectacular fire seen for miles in Flushing while Antwerp harbour areas burned and Emden experienced quay and waterway fires. An aircraft also attacked a railway junction amid spreading fires.
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Democracy Dead Claim Shocks Paris as Laval Proposes Collaboration
Paris AP correspondent reports French Vice-Premier M Laval says democracy is dead and France should pursue collaboration with Germany. He suggests Britain may be defeated as a result, and notes talks with German authorities in Paris. He hints at colonial and economic implications.
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London experiences mild night as raids continue
Londoners noted a mild night with an all clear before the raid period. A bomber, possibly Italian, dropped bombs on an East Anglia town causing casualties and damage. other raids hit Midlands and Scottish areas with fires started and quickly controlled.
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Willkie Promises U S Aiding Britain With Planes
In Wilmington and Washington reports, Willkie attacks Roosevelt’s plan to prioritize 12 000 aircraft to Britain while declaring if elected president production would surge. September shipments reached 250 planes with October and November forecast near 250 and 300 respectively. by June 600 monthly ships expected. Officials say Britain seeks long range heavy bombers for offensive action and may soon receive flying fortresses.
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Netherlands East Indies buy nine Spitfires named Billiton
Within weeks the people of the Netherlands East Indies provide funds for nine Spitfires at £5000 each. The Billiton Tin Co employees made the final contribution, and the plane will be known as Billiton.
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Loan talks reportedly under way between China and United States
Tokyo Friday briefing from Foreign Office spokesman Captain Suma says information received, though not confirmed, that talks on a loan are occurring between Mr. T. V. Soong, head of the Bank of China, and American representatives.
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British Government Orders for New Freighters Reported
Secretary Morgenthau announced British Government placed orders with American shipbuilders for many freighters. He said he knew nothing of a plan to finance new U S shipyards and noted the commission is reportedly ordering standard 10,000 ton freighters while investigating facilities in Canada.
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Imad
British Shipping Commission
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Morgenthau
Canada
Chamberlain Denies Visit to America Route Premature
The British Embassy said reports from London that former Prime Minister Chamberlain is en route to California are untrue and premature. No visit plan details were announced.
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America
Washington
London
California
Somaliland Governor Rescued After Torpedoed Voyage
General Le Gentilhomme who led Somaliland as governor during the French capitulation arrived in London to join General de Gaulle's forces. He was aboard the Empress of Britain when torpedoed last week and spent hours in an open boat before rescue.
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London
le Gentilhomme
Somaliland
Escaped Freighter Sighted Off Baranquilla
An aeroplane pilot reports alighting the German freighter Heligoland near Baranquilla after she slipped from Colombia Bay during the day. Escort believed to be a German warship.
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Colombia Bay
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Britain to strike Germany soon with offensive push
Lord Croft, War Secretary, told Canadian soldiers that Britain will launch an offensive against Germany and endure no terror or civilian destruction as a condition of resistance. He warned Germans to come to fight, promising a decisive front where opportunity arises and free people prevail.
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Germany
London
Lord Croft
Teeferty
Invasion by Air Has Failed Over Britain
Fragmented wartime note reports failings of an aerial invasion over Britain. The text hints at German air strength and fighter capabilities while noting casualties and limited success with several bombs on a rectory.
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Howe Ps
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