London Standed by German Raid Despite Strong Defence
British authorities report a large German air raid on London with heavy anti aircraft fire and bombardment. 23 enemy aircraft were destroyed and nine British fighters lost, seven pilots safe. Coastal towns suffered little damage while several London houses were demolished and fires started.
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Japan Faces War Threat Over Axis Pact Demands
Tokyo officials deny a Foreign Minister interview that claimed Japan would fight America if drawn into a European war on Britain’s side. The navy secretary warns the Axis alliance challenges American life, while Hong Kong papers urge a reassessment of US policy toward Japan and possible alliance cooperation.
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New York Times
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Seigo Nakano
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Americas Prepare Against Attack Strengthening Defences
United States and Canada plan a joint defence line from Boston to Halifax with ships and air bases on Atlantic and Pacific coasts. The Joint Defence Board calls the Cas Axis Pact a threat and urges immediate implementation of reinforced naval bases at Halifax and Boston and heavy air depot concentration along the northeast coast.
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New York Times
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Roviet Fears A Second Imperialistic War
An official message to graduates at the military academy discusses fears of another imperialistic war and the Roviet’s stance on national emergency powers. The text reflects wartime rhetoric and anxiety about future conflicts.
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Moscow
Military Academy
Atatea
Darwin Strike Maintains Stand Amid Union Meeting
A mass workers meeting decided on a general one day strike on Tuesday while naval ratings and air force personnel continued unloading. Authorities in Patna began action as union leaders held their ground.
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Naval
Air Force
Desert Fighting and Malta Raid Report from Rome
Rome communiques describe light damage at Bardia and Tobruk and civilian casualties from Berna air raid. Claims of tank and armoured unit movements near Sidi Barrani and a naval bombardment near Alexandria. Malta raid details include downed Italian plane and missing aircraft, with RAF fighters repelling raids.
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Malta
Unionism Subservient to War Needs
Ottawa dispatch notes that the Federal Conciliation Court emphasizes that unionism must yield to national war needs, urging acceptance of government policies and wartime measures.
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Federal Conciliation Court
America Too Patient With Japan
Washington reports Senator Pittman warns America has been too tolerant toward Japan. He cites Tokyo's stance as alarming and says the U S will avoid war but reject Munich appeasement. Evacuation of American women and children from the Far East increases as transport capacity fills.
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