Hitler Frets As Rommel Suffers Stunning Defeat
London reports Allied victory in Egypt sparks hope Hitler’s grip in North Africa weakens. British forces under Wavell and Alexander drive back Axis columns, destroy tanks, ships, and planes as Germans retreat toward Casablanca and French Morocco. The battle, with 269 tanks wiped out and 300 Axis aircraft lost, signals a turning point and ongoing disarray in Axis ranks.
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U S Forces Gain Ground at Guadalcanal in Solomons
U S and Allied forces push forward on Guadalcanal with marine and army units reclaiming western positions and seizing anti aircraft guns as Japanese pressure along beaches and dense jungle lessens. Navy reports indicate continued enemy activity near Henderson Field while U S air and sea power maintain a foothold in the Solomons.
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Poor Selling Bakery Routes To Be Cut Off
Toronto reports Ceci Morison director of bax res for the prices board said that after Nov 30 any bakery route not selling more than 15 baked goods weekly or two trucks selling less than 225 weekly would be taken off the street. He warned this could affect between 100 and 1400 wagons across Canada, while promising to place bakers on their feet.
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Iwo fli ers killed near Saguenay farm crash
Jonquiere Quebec November 5 Two Royal Canadian Air Force fliers were killed when a plane crashed on a farm near the Saguenay town. Witnesses heard a crash, the aircraft fell through trees for 309 feet before hitting the ground. The bodies were found near the wreckage.
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Axis In Retreat West of El Alamein Amid Heavy Losses
Allied forces drive Rommel's axis toward western Egypt as 9,000 prisoners are counted and air forces grind the retreat. British communiques report savage fighting between El Alamein and Fuka with Axis positions collapsing under steady Allied pressure.
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Alexander Congratulated By the King
London dispatch reports King extends message to General Herold Alexander Brush Macle East commander congratulating the army for success. RAF Rosa Navy allied forces praised for cooperation across three services and Commonwealth representatives attend the victory celebration.
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Canada Goes Over Top On Victory Loan
Canada surpasses its Third Victory Loan objective by 22.23 million as of Wednesday. Alberta clears its minimum, Calgary over the top, with provincial sales up one third. Other provinces listed as yet short of targets. Major subscriptions include The Berden Co Toronto and National Steel Car Corp.
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Allied Offensive Day By Day In Egyptian Campaign
On the Allied offensive in Egypt the day by day report shows heavy artillery, night battles, and RAF bombardment paving the way for ground forces. Oct 24 sees Axis positions penetrated with gains held by daybreak. Oct 26 Allied counteractions limit tank activity as large armored clashes emerge later, British forces advancing with ongoing counterattacks.
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Paratroops Hit Airfields Amid Raid Across Fronts
British dispatch from Beirut reports French paratroopers from four corps struck airfields behind Axis lines, destroying nearly 108 enemy aircraft and damaging several bases in the Dodecanese and Libya regions. The mission aimed to hinder Luftwaffe recovery and featured specialist troops deployed behind enemy positions.
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Edmonton Over Top After Victory Loan Milestone
Edmonton announces Victory Loan total reach 36,498 340, exceeding the previous log by 19 and meeting 101 percent of its quota. Officials declare the new objective and note 20,000 as the target or total.
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Does He Smile Today A Recens of Rommel in North Africa
A brief review of Erwin Rommel’s actions commanding Axis forces in North Africa as the British push forward. The piece analyzes leadership, battles, and morale amid mounting pressure on the German and Italian troops.
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Republicans Up 43 Seats in House Races
Republican gains total 43 seats with 298 to 218 leads in the House as Democrats defend a bare majority. The page notes statewide governor races and minor party performances, while results in undecided contests determine final control. Continued coverage promised.
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Soviets Repel Nazi Drive at Stalingrad With Casualties
Soviet forces halted the latest German offensive near Stalingrad and recaptured several points along the Volga. Dispatches report heavy fighting with counterattacks and continued bombing as German assaults were repelled, with hundreds of enemy losses noted and German air power active over the front.
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G M Cohan Dies At 64 In New York
George M. Cohan, 64, famed stage figure and songwriter behind American musical legacy, died at 3 am at his Fish Avenue home. Survived by wife, daughter Mrs. Geese Rome, Helen, son George M. Cohan Jr., and other relatives. The actor and writer had been inactive recently with his last notable work in the musical comedy Td Riah.
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World War II Bulletin Fingers Frontline Setbacks and Gains
News briefs from London Cairo and Washington report Allied air and sea actions across the Mediterranean and Pacific. British capture of a German general Ritter Vou Thoma. naval actions in Guadalcanal pageant claim 350 Japanese killed with renewed eastern flank pressure. German raids strike two English towns as Canada’s Taber unit hits Victory Loan milestones and Ontario crown takes over Malton aircraft plant for Lancaster production.
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