Red Army Breaks German Attacks on Central Front
Soviet reports say shock troops breached a village west of Moscow on the Rezhev Vyazma line, repelling dive bomber assaults and destroying German infantry, with anti aircraft fire downing three planes. The information bureau claimed major German losses and hinted at new Red Army pincers widening toward Smolensk.
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Rezhev
Vyazma
rendris
Rzhev
Ios
Toropets
Veli
5mc-rensk
Russia
IVE
Soviet information bureau
Bely
Chasseurs
information bureau
Germany
Left Hand Corner on War Effort Praises Submarine Sailors
London correspondent notes how the Egspiar house highlights the submarine crews and merchant seamen who helped cut Rommel’s fuel and supplies, praising their courage and sacrifices amid wartime reporting and literary reflections from notable authors on the left.
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Egspiar house
Army
oes
London
Ottawa
Rommel
Kipling
RAF Bombs Nazi Targets In Northwestern Germany
The Royal Air Force conducted a raid against targets in north west Germany last night. Eighteen bombers are missing after the operation, with mines laid in enemy waters. British air ministry notes limited engagements elsewhere this month.
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Royal Air Force
west Germany
alec
wgs
Germany
bomber command
notihses
Northeas
Frankin
Bern
British Sub Bays Vichy Ship Given To Germans
A wartime broadcast identifies the ship as the St. Marguerite torpedoed while under Vichy control. It was said to be commanded by two German officers at the time, with details broadcast from BBC York.
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France
St. Marguerite
iCBS
BBC
YORK
Germans Fortify Norway Amid Allied Threats
The Daly Express reports German forces tightening defences in Norway near Stavanger and Trondhem, blocking sea lanes and warning ships violating orders. London says airfields near the channel are abandoned or closed to deter potential Allied landings as coastal belts and coal zones receive fortifications.
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Talgia fjor
Stavanger
African Fight May Be Awe Teer Dp. set the Was Turning LOL US Y di
DEWITT MACKENZIE warns that Axis defeats in the Libyan desert should not obscure the potential Allied victory. He argues the war hinges on resources and control of the Mediterranean sea lane, affecting access to India, Burma, and China, and warns the U S and Allies cannot use a shorter ocean route if the Mediterranean is lost.
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DEWITT MACKENZIE
Associated Press
CAIRO
Delareds
Mediterranean
United States
India
Burma
China
Lost Airmen Found Safe Near Kapuskasing
In Northern Ontario a stranded Anson bomber crew is rescued after force landing on a lake 20 miles from Kapuskasing. Surviving members include Sgt. Pilot G. Wm. Cook of Banff and ACL Harry Waissgass of Toronto. They reached safety with help from Joseph Lafontaine and others as the search resolved.
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KAPESKALING
oh landec
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Merting
Earien
Form Committee Formed For Ice Industry In Alberta
The article notes a new committee formed to oversee the ice industry in Alberta. Western members include R. L. Norerman, secretary of the Ice Manufacturers Association, and C. S. McNab, managing director of Alberta Ice Co in Calgary.
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R. L. Noreman
Ice Manneyates
ttefacturers’ association
C. S. McNamane sing
Alberta Ice Oo
Calgary
Eastern U S Gas Ration Cut To One Emergency Coupon
Washington December 18 7 all gasoline ration books in the east coast area are limited to one coupon for emergency use. The measure aims to tide the region over a critical shortage pending delivery of supplies. Harold L. Ickles petroleum administrator announces suspension of A and other ration facilities could cut about 60 000 barrels daily.
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United States
Leon
Henderson
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OWA
Harold LL. dekes
allowec
British Subs Bay Three Axis Ships in Mediterranean
London reports admirals say British submarines damaged and probably sunk three Axis supply ships in the Mediterranean and scored a torpedo hit on a large Japanese supply vessel in Far Eastern waters. Other attacks involved a Gulf of Naples air strike and German destroyer escorts.
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LONDON
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spend cement
Gulf of Naples
Ger
Turk Envoys Return From Moscow and Berlin
Ankara reports Turkish envoys to Moscow and Berlin have returned home after diplomatic discussions. Details are sparse as ministries acknowledge ongoing efforts to restore contacts with both nations. No further statements were released.
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Moscow
Berlin
Underground press in Nazi-ruled areas to face equipment licensing
A London dispatch notes Nazi authorities in Holland have ordered registration of all printing equipment. The Handelsblad and other newspapers report licences will be required to own or operate such gear, signaling tighter control of underground presses.
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Der
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Trhursdar
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aper Algemesn Handelsblad
aster dant
British Vanguard Pursues Afrika Corps Main Body
An Associated Press report describes British forces in pursuit of the main body of the Afrika Korps west of El Alamein. The action aims to wipe out Rommel’s forces as naval and air support participate in the attack.
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Afrika Corps
ELC
Associated Press
Lee Dew
BYain
iline
El ‘Agheil tne
polielanes
Advance 125 Miles Measured Sirte in World War II
The report states Gen 5 advanced about Agheila and approached Tripoli as Cirenaica fell under Libyan control. Cairo authorities said forces fought enemy rearguards beyond Zauta En Net while Rommel retreated, widening gaps between his remaining units and pocketed British forces in the Wadi Mairacin area.
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Agheila
Tripoli
Cirenaica
Libya
Cairo commi
beyoad Zauta
Rommel
Wadi Mairacin
Axis hopes fade in Tunisia as Rommels forces reel
Allied and Axis exchanges unfold over Tunisia with Rommel’s troops reportedly attempting to salvage strength by retreat. British observers note rearguard isolation near Wadi Matratin while Allied air and ground actions target airfields and landing grounds. Reports mention damaged aircraft around Sicily and Libya but no final assessment of Rommel’s trapped forces.
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Kommel
Tunisia
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Marble ‘Arch
Wadi Matratin
Rommels
Allied patrols aggressive on Tunisian front amid weather gains
Allied reports from London and Cairo describe ground patrols by British and American forces under Gen. Bernard Montgomery as largely aggressive on the Tunisia front. Concurrently French ships at Martinique may be placed at Allied disposal as high colonial officials step down. Salvage drives in Canada report 24 million pounds of materials recovered since 1941. Legislative sessions in British Columbia set to open February 2. Toronto obituaries note the death of Dr. Janet Henry Elliott, 69, noted medical historian and professor.
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Tunisia
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Fiume
Riverte
Tunis
ROMMEL
LONDON
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El Agheila
dmupatche
Cairo
Tripoli
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Charles LaFerie
war services
GPLN
British Columbia
Jean Hart
executive council
J. H. ELLIOTT
TORONTO
Janet Henry Efoit
American Association of History of Medicine
University of Forento
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Banpion
Durham County
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