Secret German Turkish Pact May Draw Turkey Into Conflict
A foreign source said a secret clause in the German Turkish friendship pact forces benevolent neutrality by Turkey and could bar the Dardanelles to Russian ships in a German Russian war. The report tied Turkey to German plans and warned of a looming clash as troops move on Russia’s front.
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Finland mobilizes 200000 men as defense tightens
Finland under arms 200000 to 306000 reservists amid high alert as auto owners are ordered to report vehicles to civic guards. Pay raises aid mobilized workers while the supply ministry appeals for potato stock to feed troops. Taxicabs vanish as citizens shift to bicycles and streetcars.
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British and Free French Capture Damascus In Syria
British and Free French forces entered Damascus after shelling the city and defeating defense by Gen. Henri Dentz. The advance followed rapid moves south and west with Mezze airfield and Movuaddaniye taken, as Damascus reputation as an ancient capital faced a change of control.
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French Colony Urged to Choose Immediate Stand
London P General Sir Archibald Wavell calls the governor of Jibati French Somaliland to join the Free French or openly renounce pro Axis policy in Syria. If refused, Wavell will evacuate women and children and supply milk and essential foods until completion. Jibuti is the port and rail terminus of the region.
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Peace March Ends After 1 029 Hours In Front Of White House
After 1 029 hours of continuous marching the American Peace Mobilization ended its picket line before the White House. More than 100 pickets with red white and blue banners listened to Frederick W Field executive secretary of the APM. He said the vigil will resume until peace is won and the people will be heard. The vigil began May 9 at 4 pm with little incident aside from brief clashes with soldiers and a one day counter march by Rep. Patrick.
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Lack Of Opposition To British Raids Indicates Complete Revision Of Nazi Plans
Analysis suggests Nazi strategy shifted to a prolonged war with Britain, as German air power is redirected west while British bombing tightens on invasion ports. The piece links Axis plans to American aid for Britain and hints at pressures on Soviet access to resources.
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Troop 56 Completes Bays Mountain Camp and Camporal
Troop 56 finished a week on Bays Mountain and joined the annual Old Trail Camporal. The group stood 15 strong at the mountain event and camporal. Some boys are working while several plan to attend Camp Unaka after the post camp. Signed Eugene Bingham.
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Norton Expects 200 Registrants for Selective Service
Norton Virginia Captain H E Hyatt, clerk of the local draft board, said nearly 200 young men in the area who have reached 21 since October 16 will register for Selective Service on July 1. The office will be open from 7 a.m. to 9 p.m.
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New Yorkers Enlist for Air Raid Warden Service
Mayor LaGuardia warns the public that enrollment is not a social event while New Yorkers begin signing up today for air raid warden duties as part of civil defense measures.
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Berlin Silent On Accusations By Roosevelt
Berlin responds with silence to Roosevelt's message on the Robin Moor sinking and strained U S German relations. The stock market fell two points after the speech, and Berlin notes consulates closing and asset freezes as the key tensions.
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British Air Assaults Equal Nazis Best Show Of Power
British bombers and fighters struck the German invasion coast in two mass assaults of 150 planes each, claiming 28 Nazi fighters while losing five British aircraft. Observers say Britain attacks the continent with waves of fighters and bombers rivaling the Luftwaffe’s past on England. The raids hit airfields near St Omer and Boulogne, with 11 Me109s destroyed in the first sweep and 17 more in the second. Spitfire and Hurricane squadrons, veteran units, continued a week of coastal strikes as Kiel and northwest Germany bore the impact. The effort demonstrates RAF strength amid shifting German-Soviet relations and hints at new firepower and maneuverability in fighter craft.
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