Yugoslav Uprising Seen as Turning Point in World War II
A sweeping discussion on the Yugoslav revolt as a moral and strategic blow to Nazi plans, its potential to bolster subjugated peoples, and the wider impact on Britain, the Axis, and the war in Europe. It cites examples of resistance in Norway, the Netherlands, Belgium, Poland, and Germany.
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Yugoslavia
Adolf Hitler
Britain
Italy
United States
Hitler
Europe
Molde
Brussels
Belgium
Kalisz
R.A.F
Berlin
Lodz
Dortmund
Germany
Magdeburg
Alberta irrigation plan study committees announced
Agriculture Minister MacMillan announced appointment of federal and provincial committees to study numerous irrigation works and water for about twice the current irrigated area in southern Alberta. The study includes optimizing use of waters from sections of the St Marys and Milk rivers flowing through Alberta.
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Alberta
MacMillan
MacMillan Amid
St. Mary's
Milk
End of Everything Theory Warns of Economic Collapse
Vancouver Sun op-ed argues that government spending could devastate the middle class in Canada, jeopardizing savings and life insurance. It stresses that keeping financial discipline and tightening belts can prevent widespread ruin even if the policy prevails.
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Vancouver Sun
Circus Feat in Moscow: Woman Holds Porterhouse As Lion Bites
A Moscow circus performer stages a daring act by gripping a porterhouse in her teeth while a large lion nibbles at it beside her. The scene showcases the tense interplay between trainer, animal, and audience in a traditional street theater setting.
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Moscow
Grandstand View Describes Uboat Destruction in Night Attack
A merchant seaman recalls a convoy attacked by a pack of U-boats in darkness. Depth charges, star shells, and searchlights lit the sea as two German subs were battered and blown apart before his eyes.
Romance Blooms as Australians Train in Canada
Air Vice-Marshal S. J. Goble notes Australians stationed in Canada under the Commonwealth Air Training plan have enjoyed winter hospitality and even found romance. Cadets cannot marry during training, but post course applications may be considered and granted. Australian airmen adapted well to a Canadian winter with few illnesses.
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Canada
S. J. Goble
Australian Air Mission
Submarine risks in northern waters due to surface ice
Arthur Brock notes in the New York Times that late spring and early summer bring abundant icebergs in extreme northern seas. The submerged bulk of bergs lies largely below the surface, risking submarines and forcing surface operation longer than ideal. Aircraft detection distance and extended daylight lessen darkness protection.
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Arthur Brock
New York Times
China Starts Surveys for 1000 Mile Himalayan Highway
Chinese engineers depart Chungking for Sikang to survey a 1000 mile route from Ningyuan across Tibet to Sadiya Assam India. The project would link the upper Yangtze with an Indian railway and cross peaks near 20000 feet, marking a daring, difficult highway endeavor.
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Sault Daily Star
China
Chungking
Sikang
Ningyuan
Tibet
Sadiya
Assam
India
Yangtze River
Chitagong
Safeguard His Fortune Fritz von Opel flees to the United States
German industrialist Fritz von Opel sold his German works to General Motors in 1929 for 8.9 million dollars and moved to the United States during the war to escape Nazi seizure leaving no fortune behind for the regime.
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Fritz von Opel
General Motors
U.S
Should Married Women Work Article Excerpt
A wife who finds a minute between chores to skim an article titled Should Married Women Work reveals a tiny glimpse into domestic balancing acts. The piece highlights societal expectations and personal choices shaping women’s employment decisions.
US and Britain agree to feed unoccupied France by sea
In a tentative plan the United States will ship American food in French vessels to unoccupied France under American Red Cross direction. The Vichy government must guarantee no diversion, while critics warn Hitler may benefit regardless. The Watertown NY Daily Times notes the experiment could shape future policy.
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United States
Great Britain
France
Red Cross
Vichy
Hitler
England
Watertown
N.Y
Daily Times
Bran Dumplings for Meaty Stews A Hearty Recipe
New version of an old favorite makes light digestible bran dumplings to top stews. Follow simple steps to mix flour salt baking powder egg shortening bran and milk then drop on hot stew and simmer 20 minutes. Yield eight dumplings.
Nuts and Raisin Bar Recipe From Public Kitchen
A vintage style cookie bar recipe mixes cup shortening and sugar with an egg and corn syrup. It folds in milk and sifted dry ingredients then adds nuts and raisins before baking at 350 degrees for about 45 minutes.
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Mazda
Nazis Cannot Control Thoughts
The Dutch are told that thinking bad thoughts of the German conquerors risks death. The piece asserts that Nazis cannot suppress intellect or spirit by force, and claims this will be their undoing.
Men sneeze more readily than women says Dr Jennison
A brief report attributes a higher tendency to sneeze in men to a finding by Dr M W Jennison of the Massachusetts Institute of Technology. The scientist cites physiological differences as the cause and notes the observation stems from his studies.
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M. W. Jennison
Massachusetts Institute of Technology
Dive To Victory Over The Channel In Spitfire Duel
A Royal Air Force pilot, attacked by four Messerschmitt 109s at 20 000 feet, dived to victory above the sea. The air ministry says he escaped the concentrated assault, dived so fast the cockpit cover tore off and his goggles were ripped away. He pulled out at 4 000 feet and seen a German craft dive out of control into the Channel.
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Royal Air Force
British
Air Ministry
English Channel
Roosevelt Eyes Quick Nomination for New Zealand Minister
Sumner Welles stated the President will promptly consider appointing a United States minister to New Zealand. He indicated the nominee will be a career diplomat with extensive Far East experience.
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Sumner Welles
Roosevelt
United States
New Zealand
Far East
Why Men Need Appointment Times at Barbershops
The Brockville Recorder and Times questions why men cannot book barber appointments to avoid long waits. It argues that scheduling could improve service efficiency and reduce idle time in shops. The piece compares hairdressers and barbers to suggest equal access to time slots.
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The
Brockville
Recorder and Times
Old Dobbin Draws Strong Two Horse Rescue
Old Dobbin known for faults but noted for pulling driven by another horse to the barn for repairs. Local observer records the unlikely aiding team effort and the public admiring the resilience of the animal.
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Dobbin
Saskatchewan Elevator Workers Lead War Services Drive
The Canadian War Services Fund mobilizes 3200 elevator agents in Saskatchewan to canvass growers. With an average 100 bushels donated per elevator, 360000 bushels would be contributed by farmers. Saskatchewan targets 263000 dollars to support the fund, urging urban and rural participation to push the campaign over the top and defend freedom through sacrifice.
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Canadian War Services Fund
Saskatchewan
Passive Resistance Paralyzes Amsterdam Factories
In Amsterdam passive resistance by workers keeps them home for days, forcing factories and public services to close. The Nazi authorities face sustained disruption as the movement persists, complicating efforts to restore normal operations.
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Amsterdam
Hitler
Spitfire Pilot Glides 80 Miles to England
A Spitfire pilot successfully glided 80 miles from northern France to his airdrome in southern England after engine failure. He landed safely, with authorities reporting a remarkable and cautious approach that avoided casualties.
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France
England
Turkey Reports Record Wheat Barley Rye and Oats Crop
Turkey's 1940 harvest reached its largest level in years for wheat barley rye and oats, signaling strong agricultural output despite earlier concerns. The government data indicate significant gains across staple grains, with farmers boosting yields and contributing to national supply stability.
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Turkey
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