Finnish press doubts on Soviet peace terms spark fighting update
Finnish readers learn of Soviet terms for peace published in Helsinki papers as opposition grows to accept terms. Reported conditions include restoring 1940 borders, immediate ceasefire, no Finnish government change, internment of German ships, and seven Nazi divisions. Front reports say Finnish troops advance at four Western Aunus positions while Russians pierce lines near Uhtua.
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Edwin Linkomies
Japanese Counter Blow Repulsed At Admiralty Islands
Allied and Tokyo reports clash over the Admiralty Islands action as MacArthur says American forces repulsed a pre-dawn Japanese counterattack near Momote on Los Negros. Tokyo claims the enemy was wiped out with about 100 dead, while Allied bombers hit Japanese rear positions as ships and ground forces exchange heavy fire.
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Capital Okay Needed For De Gaulle Plan
Washington reports that approval for Charles De Gaulle to govern occupied France is unlikely, while plans move forward for military government in the Netherlands, Norway and Belgium. An allied command revamp and the presence of trained Dutch Belgian and Norwegian officers mark steps to place civilian-like control behind advancing Allied forces.
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Farrell Faces Argentina's Domestic Rows
Acting President Edelmiro Farrell of Argentina confronts domestic and international crises after quelling a revolt. He must decide whether to restore constitutional rule or yield to nationalist pressure, appoint a new foreign minister, and navigate Britain's stance and Washington policy signals.
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Washington
Britain
Harden To Direct Cherry Publicity
SALISBURY. John W. Harden news editor of the Salisbury Post since 1937 announced his resignation effective March 6 to become director of publicity for the Gregg Cherry for governor headquarters in Raleigh. Harden previously worked at several North Carolina papers and is a University of North Carolina graduate.
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Lepke Seeks Sixth Reprieve as Sing Sing Death Looms
Albany March 2. Governor Dewey is weighing a possible sixth reprieve for Louis Buchalter alias Lepke chief of Murder Inc and remains silent on reports he sang about prominent figures. The governor’s counsel said further action could follow if court proceedings are pending. Buchalter and two aides Capone and Weiss were condemned for the 1936 killing of Brooklyn storekeeper Joseph Rosen. A story in The News claimed Lepke signed a statement in Sing Sing listing political intrigue and names of prominent people, but the prison warden said he had no knowledge of such a statement. The report noted a visitor and a 1940 Leavenworth discussion. Continued on Page Two-Sec. A.
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Josephy Rosen
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State General Fund Keeps Up Steady Climb
Raleigh report shows February general fund revenues at 6.71 million dollars up from 5.68 million a year earlier. Eight month totals near 835.89 million versus 833.22 million in 1943, with motor vehicle tag refunds boosting February receipts. Income tax 2.65 million, sales tax 1.44 million, gasoline tax 1.47 million, and inspection fees reflected in February figures.
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Spanish Cabinet Discusses Nazi War Material Deliveries
The Spanish cabinet met with Generalissimo Franco to discuss deliveries of war materiel to Germany. A British broadcast said the meeting followed talks between Foreign Minister Jordana and Ambassador Hayes and was useful to both sides.
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Generalissimo Franco
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Carlton J. H. Hayes
Red Army closes on Narva Pskov and Vitebsk fronts
Moscow reports the Red Army advancing on three German strongholds in the northern front. Troops have entered Pskov suburbs and pushed toward Narva and Vitebsk, capturing towns and breaking rail links as sieges intensify, with Vitebsk under siege since late last year.
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Polotsk
Red Army
Ivan C. Bagramian
Selyuty
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Pekary
Bagramian
Orsha
Hardest Fighting Ahead Says Knox in Warning
Navy Secretary Knox warned that the hardest fighting the United States has ever faced lies immediately ahead, with casualty lists already pouring in. He noted the ferocious German defense in Italy and anticipated a large amphibious assault on the European mainland.
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American Lives Must Come First Asserted by Stimson
Secretary of War Stimson declared that American lives must be safeguarded at all costs, even if it means risking cultural property. He compared policy to protecting Monte Cassino while avoiding destruction of Rome’s historic sites unless they serve military purposes and endanger soldiers.
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American Heavy Bombers 600-Strong Hit Stuttgart
U S fourth generation bombers and Liberators in strong force smashed at southwest Germany today near Stuttgart following a 600-bomber RAF assault last night. More than 600 Allied bombers took part with four planes lost. Mosquitos raided Munich while raids hit targets in France and the Low Countries. The Stuttgart attack aimed at Daimler Benz and Bosch works as part of the 15th major Allied blow in 12 months.
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MacArthur Inspects Admiralty Island Invasion
On the Admiralty Islands day, General Douglas MacArthur went ashore aboard a Higgins boat to inspect the beachhead amid firing. He walked the strip with aides, viewed two dead Japanese, and then returned to his warship as it pulled away.
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Lewis Faceoffs with Veterans Over Alleged Eye Punch
In Washington two Italian campaign veterans visited John L. Lewis at the United Mine Workers office. One youth allegedly claimed he punched Lewis in the eye, but UMW officials said it was none and that only waving occurred. Corporal Henry Kania and Private Jacob Ricotta identified themselves.
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Henry Kania
Schenectady
N. Y
Jacob Ricotta
Rochester
Adams
British submarines sink Japanese carrier and ships in Far Eastern waters
British submarines in the Far Eastern waters reportedly sank a 7000 ton Japanese aircraft carrier after firing torpedoes near Malacca Strait. They also torpedoed and sank a medium sized supply ship and destroyed a smaller supply ship by gunfire, with cruiser hits observed but full results not reported.
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Royal Navy
Malacca Strait
Philanthropist Littauer Dies at 85 in New Rochelle
Lucius Nathan Littauer glove maker and former New York Republican congressman died at his country home in New Rochelle at age 85 from a heart ailment. He had contributed at least 5.25 million dollars to various philanthropies.
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N. Y
Lucius Nathan Littauer
New York
Blinded Veterans Will Be Trained At New Hospital
Washington reports that blinded veterans will receive social adjustment training at a new Army medical facility to be the joint center for all services. Col. Frederick, eye specialist, directs care at Forge General Hospital in Pittsburgh area, aiding about seventy blinded service members and two others under care.
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