Budget Gets Bremen Given Third 125-8 Vote
OTTAWA July 3 Finance Minister Tisley budget approved in broad principles as house of commons backs motion to committee on budget resolutions 129 to eight Conservative CCF and New Democracy support government Opponents include Queber bidsrat and independents who oppose conscription by order in council Diefenbaker criticizes government for increases Bremen raid news from London Canadians in RAF attack on Bremen described as very heavy with fires and downed Nazi night fighters indicating a third raid on Bremen in a week
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Pro-Nazi Woman Shot In Paris
In Paris a woman manager of an apartment house was shot and seriously wounded in an attack police call a reprisal for informing German authorities on subversive activities by a tenant. The July 3 incident marks the first recorded shooting of a woman in a long series of assaults against pro Nazi collaborators.
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Tank and submarine duel near Tobruk before Libya campaign
A BBC account describes a tank convoy bound for Tobruk hidden on shallow barges. An Italian submarine surfaced and fired as a two pounder from a protruding turret returned fire, surprising the submarine crew and signaling early naval land combat in the Libyan theater.
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Axis declares Egypt independence respected by Axis
Berlin reports that on July 3-4 Axis broadcasts claim a joint German Italian declaration will respect and safeguard Egypt's independence and sovereignty. The statement is viewed as propaganda to bolster Axis image and undermine Allied unity.
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Ilsley to Make Housing Statement in Commons
Ottawa July 3 Finance Minister Ilsley said he would make a housing statement in the House of Commons after the war expenditures committee report is received. He did not set a date but signaled the forthcoming address.
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Cannonading Along Dover Strait Disturbs Kent Coast
London reports cannonading along the Dover Strait from midnight to 2 am, with almost all firing from the English side. Kent residents were startled and rushed to sea front or cliff tops as sporadic bombardment in the English Channel continues, a pattern seen in past convoys or German attacks.
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Debate Focus Shifts to Propaganda and Shipping
London July 3 7 Sir Stafford Capps government leader in the house of commons announced propaganda production and shipping are next on the house agenda in that order.
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Parliamentarian News Bulletins Ottawa July 3 1940s reports
Parliamentarian News Bulletins from Ottawa on July 3 report a Royal Canadian Air Force bomber crash during a search for Japanese craft near Estevan Point due to poor flying conditions. Defence Minister Ralston cites limited details to avoid aiding the enemy and notes other planes continued the morning search.
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Machinists End Strike in Vancouver Shipyards
More than a thousand machinists and blacksmiths returned to work in three Vancouver shipyards after a nine day layoff sparked by a federal order for seven day operation. Unions endorsed a Labor Minister Mitchell proposal for a six day week with staggered days off, pledging a definite trial to win government approval of the plan.
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United Nations Day Honored Across Ottawa Ceremonies
Ottawa marks United Nations Day with a flag ceremony on Parliament Hill. Prime Minister Mackenzie King and the Governor General are expected to speak. King George of the Hellenes arrives for a brief visit to respond on behalf of the United Nations. The day honors Canada's Reserve Army with demonstrations nationwide.
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Hutton Promoted to Colonel Commandant Royal Artillery
London July 3 The 2 year old Lt Gen T J Hutton commander of British forces in Burma at time of Japanese attack has been appointed colonel commandant Royal Artillery He is a former chief of general staff in India.
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Huge Tank Fight Marks Russ Front
Soviet dispatches from Kursk report the largest tank battle of the German offensive east of Kursk with hundreds of tanks on both sides. German forces attacked with about 200 tanks Wednesday, were repulsed, and a massive engagement followed as the Red Army fortified positions and recaptured several villages.
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Soldiers To Harvest Crop
Ottawa announces harvest leave for several thousand Canadian troops to relieve farm labor shortages in Alberta and other provinces. Experienced soldiers will be released with no pay loss, continue civilian pay for agricultural work, and dependent allowances remain. Arrangements coordinated through local military districts, with first releases in two weeks and further details soon.
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Rommel Retires After First British Counter-Stroke Near El Alamein
AIRO July 3 The battle for Egypt intensified west of El Alamein as the British 8th Army pressed its counter-stroke after repulsing Rommel’s forces. Axis withdrawal followed heavy bombardment by RAF SAAC US air forces targeting Tobruk and supply points. British lines held firm 63 miles from Alexandria as reinforcements struck at Rommel’s rear in a planned flanking drive.
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Mature Joins Coast Guard in Los Angeles
Handsome star Victor Mature quit acting to join the Coast Guard. He was sworn in with 18 other recruits as Lieut. John D. Roche announced immediate service likely in Southern California waters.
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Conservative 1922 Committee Moves and Membership
London July 3 A behind the scenes Conservative body the 1922 committee acts unofficially shaping party thinking. It draws young Conservatives post coalition with open attendance and a monthly £1 subscription. Meetings include ministerial visits and informal discussions, with a focus on consensus rather than formal votes.
Navy reports 388 casualties June 7 to 17
Washington July 3 The Navy Department announced next of kin casualties for June 7 17 totaling 388 officers and men with 186 dead 54 wounded and 642 missing including DAVY coast guard and Marine Corps personnel. The war casualty total reached about 11 000 since the conflict began.
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Stromburg Youth Registers With Name and Status
In Stromburg Nebraska on July 3 a local youth registered for selective service and provided his name and status in a single action. The registrant identified himself as L M Ready with readiness noted for national service.
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600 Strike At Quebec War Plant
A strike by 600 employees of Alloys and Metals Limited at the Quebec plant halted production for two to three weeks if the metal parts freeze within 24 hours. Vice-president Robert Torsboll said the walkout began last night without notice, aiming for higher wages and violating an existing agreement with the Dominion department of labor.
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Urge Wool Price Boost by Alberta Agriculture Body
RED DEER Alberta July 2 The Alberta Federation of Agriculture at its convention passed a resolution urging the Dominion government to raise the maximum price to the producer for best quality wool from 25 to 30 cents a pound. Provincial Minister D Brace MacMillan in a later address proposed forming a provincial consulting committee on agricultural services. Seventy delegates attended as various farm bodies pressed for diverse techniques to meet varying soil and climatic conditions.
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Five Nazi saboteurs face formal charges in U S
Washington July 3 A P five formal charges including violation of the law of war two articles of war and conspiracy were filed against eight alleged Nazi saboteurs arrested after landing in the United States from German submarines SUB ATTACKS COSTA RICAN HARBOR SAN JOSE Costa Rica July 2 iDelared LP A German ambroarine launched three torpedors in Peeks Lame tod sinking a United States merchant vessel which was onloading cacoe at dock and killing several crewmen and Costa Rican stevideres it was officially announced
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