Allies inch toward Paris as liberation awaits
Allied troops fight into Paris where sections remain under French Interior forces. De Gaulle’s provisional government, including Brig. Gen. Jacques le Clerc, leads within the city as Patton’s units press toward the Germans. Reports note diversions toward Bordeaux and contact lines with Spain, while Laval’s fate remains unclear and Paris awaits full liberation.
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Argentine Hails Paris Liberation
Buenos Aires residents greeted news of Paris liberation with nightlong demonstrations. Crowds paraded streets singing Viva FrancIA Viva Democracia. Government comment absent. Argentina remains not a UN member, yet expresses strong sympathy for France. Dispatches from regional capitals report unprecedented demonstrations since World War II ended.
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Fall of Paris Sparks Allied Victory Headlines
Paris fell to French forces in four days of combat with Germans, claiming over 1000 Germans captured on the first day. General Koenig reported heavy street fighting with civilians killed and a German attempt at an armistice rebuffed. Reports note forced uprisings Aug 19 and widespread guerilla activity as Paris was liberated. Australian and American celebrations followed in Melbourne and New Orleans with Canal Street revelry and flag displays.
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Woman Charged in Husband Death in Court
Esther L. Dilworth was charged Thursday in Justice Bat Corrigan's court with murdering her husband M. J. Dilworth. The fatal shooting occurred at their home at 201 East Courtland last Friday. She admitted firing the shot but claimed it was accidental.
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M. J. Dilworth
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Bomb load increased for Havog light bomber in WW II report
The Ninth Air Force disclosed that the Havog light bomber with twin engines now carries a bombload of a ton and a half, up from one ton, achieved by adding Wink racks. The notice highlights the improving efficiency of air armament as war progress continues.
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