U S Errors Blamed for Early Tunisian Defeat in Battle
United States losses in a key February engagement in central Tunisia stemmed from faulty intelligence and poorly concentrated armor. The official account cited misjudged German main thrusts at Faid Pass and delays in reinforcing positions, with Rommel’s forces driving toward Sbeitla and Thala as American and British units fought back along the plateau and passes.
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Allibe
Gafsa
Chott Djertd Rer
Feriana
Faid Pass
Ger
Faid
Djebel Lessoudp
Rafey el Aouin
Sidi Bouzid
Sheitla
Sidi Bougid
Djebet Lessouga
Djebet J¢sala
Gatsa
Pichon
Sbeitta
Fatd
Sbeilla
Sbeila
Kasserine Pass
Yerlang
Adessa
Algeria
Rouimel
Panzer
Anis
Hommel
Pash
Rommel Mag Kasserine
Sheltla
Ferlana
Tanfe health tonic promises stomach relief and strength
An advertisement touts SS Tanfe as a stomach aid to improve digestion, restore red blood strength, and combat fatigue from underweight or poor diet. It claims to rebuild stomach juices, aid food use, and support general wellness for those with weak digestion and related ailments, citing broad use by many users and wartime needs.
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Benelia
Primate Hinsley Dies After Heart Attack in England
The Most Rev Arthur Cardinal Hinsley archbishop of Westminster and critic of Fascism died at his country home in Buckinghamshire after a heart attack on February 28. Known for outspoken economic and political stances he had long led Britain against fascism and communism. His March 7 Lent message praised Russia’s defense and prayed daily for Russia after Mass. He was made cardinal five years ago following illness that forced him to step back from field work in South Africa.
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London
Mate ET
Arthur Carolinal Hinsley
Westminster
Beitein
Countey
Buningford
Herfordshire
Hinsley
Carpenter
Brittain
Routh Africa
Birthday Doughnuts Instead of Cake for 100th Birthday
Edgard Debrow a 100 year old retired farmer in Bonner Springs Kansas wants doughnuts for his birthday dinner. He fears his family will cut a cake with 100 candles and prefers doughnuts. In other news Allied forces report German retreat through a strategic pass with mines and booby traps hindering progress.
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Bonner Springs
Kan
Edgard Debrow
Theamily
Pichon
Sidi Houzid
Gafsa
City Eager for Action As Daylight Raid Alert Ends
Los Angeles marks its first daylight air raid alert of the war with the city and suburbs watching for the action. Mayor Bowron and many residents express mixed disappointment at the all clear after 47 minutes. Citizens rush to sidewalks while some studios stage observers and costumes. No mandatory sheltering, and agencies report orderly conduct with trains and traffic resuming. Susanna Foster signs a seven year contract while awaiting court in a corridor.
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Los Angeles
Pletcher Bowron
Traction Company
Motion Picture
Smiong
Paul Lukas
Frosh
Bull Ateeate
Susanna Foster
Joseph W. Vickers
St Patrick's Day Dance Planned at Cathedral Ballroom
Alcatar temple hosts a St Patrick's dance at 9 p m Saturday in the cathedral ballroom. Vivian Vorden's all girl band to play. Escorts listed include Mr and Mrs Arthur Bergstrom Mr and Mrs DeWitt Perry Mr and Mrs Lawrence Miller and Maj and Mrs WC Bhrim.
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Alcatar Temple
St. Patrick's
Sept
Vivian, Vorden
Arthur Bergstrom
DeWitt Perry
Lawrence Miller
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U. S
Tunisia
Artivity
Kasserine
Rommel
Ue Pass
Shella Aad
Tebessa
Thala
Thila
Thajn
Tanga
Sbtla
Churchills
Phala
Tentastek
Rte Legil
KTSA
Cardinal Tinsley
Britain
Reo
Wall & Mars
Mary
Kolt Athletic
Purchine Huasaches
Partel
Perlock
RAYON
Avovtt & Marx
Ting Intent
Anit
Atyles
Elven
Walll & Marx
Aman
Aly
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