Barkley resigns as Democratic leader over FDR tax veto
Senate: Senator Alben W. Barkley of Kentucky denounces President Roosevelt's tax veto as an assault on Congress and resigns as Democratic leader. He calls for override and declares he urged the veto not to be used. A conference to select a successor is set for tomorrow.
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Germans Stage Heavy Two Wave Raid on London
German raiders conducted a substantial two direction assault on London last night belting the city with high explosives and incendiaries. The attack produced fires in several districts and at least ten deaths while ten enemy planes were shot down including one by a Canadian airman over France.
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France
Britain
Peace envoy Paasikivi departs Stockholm amid muted prospects
Finnish envoy K. Paasikivi leaves Stockholm after discussions on peace talks yield no clear progress. He declined to comment on talks while in Stockholm and indicated he has been there too long. Helsinki reports show renewed Finnish German trade negotiations, but Cordell Hull warns Finland must break its alliance to Germany or face consequences. Some diplomats doubt any near peace despite efforts.
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Heltoday
Finland
Paasikivi
Stockholm
Helsinki
Germany
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Partisans Sweep Down in Bosnia and Tokyo Raider Ship Launch
Yugoslav Partisans report major losses to German forces around Sarajevo and rail disruption on the Zagreb Belgrade line. In Portsmouth, the USS Shangri La launch is set for Feb 24 with Mrs James Doolittle as sponsor and details on its size and historic Tokyo raid links. London reports RAF bomb tonnage to Germany through mid February, including Berlin.
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Tokyo
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Hornet
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Norfolk Yard
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Berlin
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Minor German assaults repelled near Cisterna in WWII update
Allied headquarters reported American troops repelled two localized German attacks west of Cisterna. Nazi artillery and 130 planes challenged Allied positions while 1,600 Allied sorties countered. Cassino sector saw a lull as Germans failed to break through.
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Mediterranean
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Britain
Eighth Air Force
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Aschersieben
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Soldier Vote Compromise Seen Unlikely
Washington reports rapid breakdown of congressional talks on service vote reform. House conferees demand a states rights approach, seeking to abandon the federal ballot bill, while Senate negotiators threaten to end talks. Rankin's southern wing rejects Worley’s plan to distribute federal ballots, tying voting to state decisions.
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Roosevelt Seizes L A Water Power Dept in War Strikes
President Roosevelt ordered the War Secretary to take over and operate Los Angeles water and power facilities after a ten day strike left 160 war plants and 125000 homes without electricity. The action covers water works and power systems in California and Nevada to prevent hindrance to the war effort.
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Los Angeles
City Water and Power Department
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Los Ange
Robert Patterson
California
Nevada
Los Angeles Water and Power Department
Strong Argentine Paper Protests Restrictions
La Prensa denounces government decree ordering regulation of all publications as unfair to the press and calls for revocation. The editorial cites 1941 siege measures as the basis for ongoing censorship and argues for press freedom and truthful reporting.
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la Prensa
Stalin Speech Strengthens Allied Ties in Moscow
In Moscow Stalin’s broadcast order of the day reassures Allies and Russians alike, pledging United Nations solidarity and dismissing Hitler’s hopes for a separate peace. Diplomats say his remarks on a European front and Japan as Germany’s ally signal confidence and clarity on the war’s direction.
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Soviet claim Krivoi Rog captured in winter drive
London report says German forces routed from Krivoi Rog are retreating toward the Bug river as Stalin marks the Red Army’s anniversary. He says Soviet armies advanced up to 1000 miles in 12 months and that Hitlerite forces face catastrophe.
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California Storm Takes Four Lives Amid Floods and Evacuations
Four people died and more than 300 were evacuated as a four day storm battered California. Floodwaters snows damaging tides lightning and a tornado were reported with improving weather forecast and rainfall totaling 7.17 inches, the heaviest in six years.
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Los Angeles
Germany Still Wields Mighty War Machine, Allied View
Allied officers and a German underground leader assess German strength. They say civilian resolve is firm, the army remains large but weaker in manpower, and air power is waning yet still capable of defending the front. They foresee continued brutal western battles to force surrender.
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Stettinius Sees Hope Finland Exits War
Acting Secretary of State Stettinius said the United States still hopes Finland can exit the war. He responded to reports that Juhu Paasikivi returned to Helsinki from Stockholm with no signs Finland can leave the conflict soon.
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Finland
Juhu K. Paasikivi
Helsinki
Stockholm
Doughton Attacks Roosevelt Veto On Revenue Bill
Rep. Doughton and Rep. Knutson denounce President Roosevelt's veto, accusing him of ignoring constitutional taxing authority. They urge Congress to override, signaling a looming clash as votes set to occur, with party leaders and Senate figures weighing in.
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Emergency Declared in Philippines Under Puppet Rule
The Manila radio said a state of national emergency has been declared in the Philippines after Jose P. Laurel, a Japanese backed puppet president, gained dictatorial powers. He is authorized to seize farms and unproductive businesses, requisition services, and take other measures to maintain production and Japanese control.
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