United States Destroyers Move In On Guadalcanal
United States destroyers moved in to bombard enemy positions on Guadalcanal as air and sea attacks continued west of Henderson Field. Japanese reinforcements reportedly landed east of the field, while in the Oct 26 Stewart Islands action, two aircraft carriers one battleship and five cruisers were bombed and damaged. Allied forces also recaptured Kokoda and repelled Japanese attempts to land reinforcements at Buna, with bombers chasing enemy transports carrying about 7,000 men and scoring hits.
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Left Hand Corner on Comfort and Heat in Europe
The piece cites Private Papers of a cub reporter militant churchman on climate in Europe. It argues 65 degrees Fahrenheit is comfortable, noting moist air feels better, and modern heating humidifies air. It mentions insulation via interior Celionhane sheets and the rule that warm feet help the body stay comfortable, warning against cold feet next winter.
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Moti-Smith
Moit-Smaith
Dennis
Beurling’s Flying Gift Backed by Air Skill and Courage
Pilot Officer George Frederick Buelling, a Canadian fighter ace once grounded after a crash, is lauded by fellow pilots in the Sunday Express. The Verdun native, who destroyed 29 Axis aircraft in four months and earned the DSO, is praised for natural flying talent and nerve. The article notes his recent air crash near Gibraltar on the way to join the Victory Loan drive and hints at continued pages with more details.
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George Frederick
Buzz) Buelling
Mafta
Sunday Express
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Gibraltar
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felow
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Buerling
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35,000,000 Vote In U.S. Election Overview
A Canadian Press Star summary notes that about 35.7 million voters cast ballots in a 53.6 million registered electorate across 37 states, electing 33 senators, governors, 452 House members, and numerous local officials. Maine held its vote on September 14.
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Knox Warns Japs Still This Menace
Navy Secretary Frank Knox told reporters the sinking of two more Japanese cruisers in the south Pacific shows the fight in the Solomon Islands remains bitter and tough. He warned against optimism, saying Japan still has a formidable fleet and will likely return, with continued naval losses reported by Vice Admiral Robert Ghormley and highlighted by the Pearl Harbor press. Continue on Page Three.
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Allied Tank Assault Pushes Rommel in Africa Drive
British forces clash with Rommel’s African corps in the largest tank battle of the 12 day Allied Egypt campaign. Tel El Eisa and Hill of Wick ed Mer see infantry advances deep into Axis defense as 500 tanks engage in heavy fighting. Sth army reports many Axis troops surrender following intense air bombing and a sharp advance beyond the ridge southwest of El Alamein.
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British Tank Drive Breaks Axis Pocket Near Alamein
Allied infantry seized a position that pinched a large Axis force, as Rommel unleashed reserves but British and Australian tanks repelled the assault. German armor suffered heavy losses while prisoners flooded in as a new wedge formed eight miles long between Tel El Lisa and Sidi Abd El Rahman.
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Sidi Abd El Rahman
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Axis Admits Severe Attack Across Egyptian Front
London dispatches describe a shifted Allied weight toward the south with armored units reportedly breaching Rommel's static defenses. Axis and Italian communiques emphasize intense combat between the sea and the Qattara Depression, claiming heavy enemy losses, especially among armored cars, and noting significant Axis losses as well.
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Navy raids Axis rear area near Alexandria reported
A British Mediterranean naval communique said coastal forces conducted rear operations against Axis lines, exchanged with shore bases, and returned unharmed after air attacks with no damage or casualties. The note ends with a reference to Allies continued on page Taree.
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Missing details from Swiss treason case and Halifax blackout
Fragmentary report notes Swiss select agency Chasien from Prague faced execution for treason with 12 killed and five now 29. In Halifax a province wide blackout lasted 39 minutes with most reports indicating a successful test despite some downtown hiccups.
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Armistice remembrances mark November days
London observes remembrance on Armistice Day November 11 with church services and dedications. November 15 is named as Defence Day featuring parades and civil and religious ceremonies commemorating the 1940-41 bombing defeat.
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Mama Locked Out Firemen To the Rescue
A mother was locked out of her home with a baby inside. Firefighters arrived, one officer climbed to a bathroom window and unlocked the door, freeing the infant who remained asleep. The incident prompted a rescue by on scene personnel.
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Loan Nears Minimum Objective in Victory Loan Campaign
Ottawa reports subscriptions to the Third Victory Loan totalled 66 1 700 and 51 909 960 on different days as the drive opened Oct 19. The campaign nears its minimum objective of 759 200 000 with average weekly subscriptions around 31 million. Sun Life Assurance Co and Metropolitan Life Insurance Co are among the large individual investments noted. Continued on page three.
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Nazi Drive Continuing In Caucasus
Nazi forces push in the Caucasus near Nalchik with infantry armor and naval support advancing along a military road toward the Georgian pass. German assault pauses for reserves as Red Star says they are attempting only local advances after heavy losses at Stalingrad. Soviet dispatches report new gains in Stalingrad while defending against German counterstrokes.
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Bombers raid western Germany and other fronts
Daylight raids struck industrial targets in western Germany while other bombers hit communications across the Low Countries. RCAF reports daylight fighter sweeps over Hertha France. Vichy falls to an anti collaboration demonstration with casualties. Riverland defeats Whirlaway in the Riggs Handicap at Pimlico for a second upset in four days. Convoy bound for Alaska highway departs Edmonton with four ton vehicles. Hong Kong prisoners of war list released for Quebec Regiment Royal Rifles. CBC politics staged to curb staggered broadcasts, Alberta premier Aberhart comments.
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