Joint Move for European Peace Amid War conference talks
Soviet Russia and Germany reportedly seek a peace offer to the Allies while von Ribbentrop and Molotov discuss mediation with a neutral power. Vatican efforts to settle the war run parallel, with Moscow and Berlin eyeing expanded influence and Turkey talks seen as shaping future Balkan power.
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Mistress of Sea Britain Stands Against German Peace Move
Fragmented report from London notes Britain rejects any peace offer as the German strategy fails to alter Britain’s war aims. The piece mentions Baltic security, naval control, and ongoing tensions with Germany, with details garbled in OCR.
German Official Statement Urges Allied Peace Effort
A fragmentary German official statement expresses intent to join in an effort with friendly powers to cooperate and obtain peace as soon as possible. The language hints at diplomatic moves toward ending hostilities.
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da Scaler Fort
Dr Goebbels Interned in Berlin Report
A Swiss employee at the Zurich branch of Dr Goebbels paper wasted 2700 letters in reply to ads. American journalist Knicker wocker of AN Investments abroad offended German Propaganda Ministry. Festoning, the chief, met foreign press reps and offered to indemnify reporters' expenses. A committee was formed to conduct an investigation.
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Tio Annalm
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Germany Plans for Pensive War Credence in Berlin
The American United Press reports Berlin expects a full scale attack by Germany on Allies at sea and in the air. Nazi sources say submarine warfare will intensify to break the blockade and sustain air assaults on Berlin and military targets. Germans also aim to threaten Britain via Scandinavia to compel concessions.
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United Press
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Dieter Iomate
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Ngaigal Seitaln
France
Britain
Scandinavia
Belgian Raid Story Refuted by London Inquiry
British bombers were alleged to drop four bombs on the Belgian side of the frontier. Reports claimed aircraft flew over Belgian territory to dodge German anti air fire. Inquiries in London found the dispatch devoid of foundation.
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Brittal
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Belgogerman
Apportioning of Polish Territory Across Frontiers
The report outlines a new frontier extending from southern Lithuania westward to the German border then along the Vistula and Bug rivers to the San. It allocates Warsaw and Lower Vistula to Germany and parts of Volhynia to Olga, with Soviet border adjustments affecting Bialystok and Lwow.
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Nur
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Warsaw
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Uxtern
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Bialystok
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Lwow
British Exports Credit Guarantee Arrangements Discussed
The Secretary for Overseas Trade says the Credit Guarantee Department can continue export guarantee schemes for Britain’s shipments to most European countries excluding enemy territory. Commitments and access to facilities will be reviewed weekly with potential adjustments as needed.
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London
Thurada
Tre Fale
Ideport Credit Guarantee Department
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Europe
U S A to Check Foreign Agents
New York Thursday the United States Attorney General said the Department of Justice is ready to act at the proper time against conspicuous foreign agents who have become a nuisance He did not specify whether the German Bund was included but referred to representatives of well known organizations in general
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New York Times
Russia
Minor skirmishes near Moselle report on Western Front
London reports slowed fighting on the Western Front with French planes deep into German territory returning troop movement data. French mobilization proceeds unimpeded, weather grows cold, and reports describe German concerns near Saarbrucken and Zweibrucken as Allied forces push in the Moselle region near Luxembourg and along the West Wall.
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London
Berlin Moscow Pact outlined in wartime notes
News of a Berlin Moscow pact draft detailing Molotov and Ribbentrop notes. The Soviet Union would supply raw materials to Germany with compensation in wood, aiming to elevate bilateral trade. Both sides vow quick finalization of economic terms and a ten year treaty period.
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Holy See and Britain Move Toward Peace Says Sydney
The Sydney archdiocese secretary declared relations with the Holy See and Britain have improved since the Reformation. He praised Vatican efforts to maintain peace and listed the United States Ireland Belgium Portugal as governments listening to the Pope. The Catholic Church in America supports loyalty to the Presidency and the nation.
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German Troops Enter Warsaw After Siege
A wartime communique from Warsaw states German forces entered the city after an intensive siege. It cites heavy civilian casualties, extreme hunger, and a capitulation conditioned on the center remaining, while promising humane treatment and captivity terms for officers and remobilization for others.
Turkey wary of Kremlin visit stirs Turkish views
Turkish officials and the public react as Moscow signals caution after Captain Rabbentep’s arrival. Turks question possible outcomes from the Turkish minister’s talks and ponder if Soviet leaders may press Turkey to retreat from its stance.
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Moscow
Sii Rabbentep
War of Words In London Amid Polish Crisis
Fragmented wartime dispatch from London reports a British Cabinet quarrel over Poland policy. The Prime Minister defends a stance aligning with France and asserts German aggression must trigger decisive action. The piece notes tensions between Britain and Russia and flags warnings over German intentions in Europe.
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Kriuay
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Poland
Runaln
Germany
Russia
New League of Nations Proposed by Moscow Correspondent
Stockholm Reuters report claims Moscow discusses forming a new League of Nations. Proposed members include Germany Russia Hungary Spain and Baltic Balkan and Scandinavian states to pursue a totalitarian peace in Europe.
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Reuter
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Europe
Australia Faces Large Defence Bill For 1940 41
Estimates place Australia's defence spending for 1940 41 around £100 million with Cabinet considering measures to finance the outlay. Official figures show defence costs in 1939 40 rising, and it is noted that the current budget had allocated about £33 million to defence but could nearly double by year’s end under war conditions.
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Australia
Auealla
Australie
Iin
Migration Melbourne Migrant Grant Despite War Related Delays
An unclear late night notification discusses migrant grants and movements amid ongoing conflict. Officials reference delays and logistics, with unnamed figures commenting on potential continued restrictions and future actions.
Soviet Estonian Mutual Aid Pact Reported Signed
London reports a mutual aid pact between the Soviet Union and Estonia for 20 years. The accord binds both nations to aid each other against major European powers, maintains naval bases, and permits increased trade and movement of goods while limiting aggressive actions.
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London
Estonia
Sino Japanese War New York Update on Chinese Claims
A Chungling correspondent reporting from New York disputes Japanese claims of trapping Chinese forces and of a retreat. The piece notes Chinese forces have not been routed and rebuts reports of significant Japanese advances as alleged in the Times.
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