French Hold Against German Onslaught on Somme Front
Paris reports say French positions along the Somme withstood a heavy German assault as Allied forces embark for homeward moves aided by rain. A single bridgehead on the north bank remained held while efforts to land by sea between Dunkerque and Boulogne were repelled. The battle continued at dawn with German forces pressing from both riverbanks and small harbors along the coast, as mopping up operations near Abbeville last week liquidated a remaining bridgehead.
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Berlin Claims Five Transports Sunk In Withdrawal Raids
German air force sank five British transports during withdrawal operations from Flanders as Allied forces fight to evacuate Dunkirk. British casualties and prisoner movements rose as the retreat continued under air and ground pressure.
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Berlin
Gort Decorated By George In London
General Lord Gort, head of the British Expeditionary Force, was honored as he returned to England on government orders after successful evacuation progress in Northern France. The army, about 175000 strong, has most divisions withdrawn with one likely still in Flanders. A junior officer led the BEF in the notable rescue effort.
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Dunkerque defense Holds as French British Fight Eastward
French troops advancing from Lille toward the coast near Dunkerque reportedly reach the port. British and French praise Hes sian troops for resisting surrender while German high command notes limited action due to terrain and flooding. Allied and German naval losses mount as Shelling and torpedo strikes target Dunkerque area.
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Resignation in Romania and government changes reported
Minister Grigore Gamente Grigore Ga resigned today citing health reasons and Ion Gigurtu was named replacement for communications a friend of the German government. Greek premier Metaxas faced rumors of secret talks with Italy to keep Greece out of the war with the Axis. In Lexington, A. Fite announced manager Reese Harris released veteran outfielder Charles to lead the Indians. A cargo liner Manhattan was delayed by crush in the Mediterranean as efforts to reach a safe harbor continued.
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Americans Anxious To Mediterrran War Threats Delay Ferry
The message describes anxiety as American passengers fear delays to a transatlantic voyage bound for the Mediterranean. Many travelers faced ticket costs from two to four hundred dollars and some up to a thousand, with ships bottlenecked by wartime threats and scheduling holds.
Banned Publications Spark Political Debate Abroad
An information minister named Al Cooper announces bans on fascist or communist publications outside the United, affecting 15 newspapers and stirring controversy in the region.
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Congress Backing Roosevelt Defense Fund Amid Guard Powers Debate
Congress quickly endorsed a defense fund exceeding one billion dollars to strengthen national defense, with broad support from both parties. The plan totals about 4.67 billion when combined with existing measures. Opposition focused on the president’s request for authority to call out the National Guard without full mobilization.
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Seventy Nazi Planes Downed In Northern France Raids
London reports the air ministry tallies 70 German aircraft destroyed or damaged, with 19 British losses, in raids over Northern France. Dawn actions over Dunkerque claim 14 German planes down with one British loss. bombing runs target Belgian coast and Flanders troops, transport, and artillery.
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FBI Creates Unit to Counter Fifth Column Threat
The FBI announced a National Defense Investigation unit led by Hugh H. Clegg to probe Fifth Column and related threats to national safety. Dies Committee will hear on alleged Communist employment in TVA and Birmingham steel, while Dies urges a presidential home defense council for coordinated anti-Fifth Column effort.
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Italy Expands Non-Commissioned Officers Call Up and War Movements
Italy announced 19 000 more non commissioned officers to reinforce 50 000 enlisted as spring maneuvers unfolded in Northern Italy near Florence. A Spanish mission led by General Canovas arrived in Berlin as Britain’s Gibraltar policy drew Italian press focus. International Relations warned Italy would enforce territorial demands by arms amid Maltese arrests of Enrico Mizzi.
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Nazis Claim Big British Ship Sunk
Berlin reports an authorized German spokesman stated the British battleship Nelson, flagship of the Home Fleet, has been sunk with about 700 crew lost from a total of 1,320. The claim follows rumors denied earlier. details were withheld for military reasons.
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Nazi Planes Shot Down Faster Than Made
English Air Ministry dispatch reports Royal Air Force pilots claim they down German planes at twice the rate German factories produce them. A Dunkerque battle allegedly saw 12 German planes shot down to 1 loss among Allied planes, amid claims Defiants and two-man crews weigh against Messerschmitts.
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France Withholds Trade Accord Approval as Italy’s War Drift Looms
Paris reports France will not approve commercial and economic accords with Italy ready for signature. French officials warn Italy’s entry into the war could come soon, with tensions high over Italy’s warlike stance. Soviet pressure on the Baltic states adds to European strain as Britain-Italy negotiations rupture.
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Hoey urges anti subversion committee in NC Legion posts
Gov. Hoey urged a committee in each North Carolina American Legion post to work with government agencies to uncover un American activities and subversive teachings. He asked Legionnaires to support the national defense program and promote real Americanism, praising the Legion as the strong right arm of the nation.
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