Marshall Confer with British Chiefs in London
Gen George C Marshall United States chief of staff met with Britain's navy army and air chiefs in a private Saray hotel luncheon. Attendees included Admiral of the Fleet Sir David Beatty Sir Alan Brooke and Sir Charles Portal along with Churchill aide Hastings Ismay and Mountbatten. Marshall opened his London talks after arriving with Hopkins and planned further discussions with war production officials and defense ministers.
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Malta Undergoes Most Intense Raids
In London informed sources say Malta faced its most intense raids yet with German air forces deploying about three planes per attack as Malta aimed to withstand bombardment. The Tuesday strikes reportedly exceeded prior experiences, and observers noted Malta’s resilience amid heavy opposition.
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Weather Forecast West Area Brightens With Rain
An OID rain alert issues light to moderate rain in the western sector with increasing winds through today and early tonight. Markets today are listed on page twelve.
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Notices To Report For Induction In Elyria
James H Garber 21 of 11 Madison Avenue will be inducted as part of Elyria’s third Selective Service registration. Among 1 801 registered Elyrians he is one of four volunteers and the only one scheduled for the next induction group. Continued on Page 12.
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Water In Basement At Lake Ave School
The Lake Aves site school in Elyria Township closed due to water in the basement after heavy rain. Principal M. J. Huene called the closing a health precaution, with students given an unexpected holiday and the building being pumped out for a return to classes tomorrow.
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New Indian Problem Settlement Reported Near
New Delhi April 9 report says a settlement proposal would immediately establish an Indian national government controlling all portfolios including defense. The plan would require Wavell to cede military direction while civil defense and troop mobilization stay with the national government. Talks note differences between Congress and Cripps over defence powers and propose possible constitutional changes and provincial rights.
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Believe Building Of Homes Under $6,000 To Continue Here
Citizens in Washington discuss a federal order affecting home construction costs and permitting rules. The plan limits new residential builds to 600 dollars, allows limited remodeling up to 900 dollars, and excludes farm residential construction. Maintenance and repair work under 500 dollars for a 12 month period is permitted with minor oversight.
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Two British Cruisers Are Sunk By Japs
London reports an Admiralty communique stating the light heavy cruisers Comal and Dorsetshire were sunk by Japanese aircraft in the Bay of Bengal. The losses suggest a possible major naval engagement that could influence the fate of Ceylon and India.
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Empire Forces Strike Back In Libya
Empire forces launched a swift counterthrust against Axic forces in Libya, taking prisoners and contending between Timimi and El Gazala. British units faced enemy attempts near Sidi Bregisch as Rommel’s air and sea actions intensified around Malta and the Mediterranean.
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British Sub Sinks Italian Cruiser in Mediterranean Action
The British submarine torpedoed and sank a 1,000 ton Italian cruiser in the central Mediterranean. The cruiser sank eight minutes after the hit. time of sinking not specified. Admiralty announced the action from London aboard April.
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Defeat of Bataan Defenders Amid Short Rations and Disease
Secretary of War Henry Stimson disclosed that 36,853 American and Filipino troops on the Bataan Peninsula were overwhelmed by a larger enemy force after enduring short rations and disease. He noted uncertain casualty numbers and the difficulty of evacuating survivors to Corregidor as civilian refugees add strain to the defense. President Roosevelt and General MacArthur pledged eventual victory, with General Wainwright at Fort Mills reporting complete exhaustion of his forces.
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Hamburg Port Pounded Again by British Air Force
British planes bombed Hamburg, Germanys chief port, and other targets in northwestern Germany during the night. The Air Ministry said the force was large and that some planes were missing amid bad weather. Paris radio also went off the air during the event.
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Victory Garden Program To Be Discussed In Lorain County
A committee of Civilian National War Relief, Nutrition Committees, Agricultural War Board, Farr Miroa, Grngis, and local schools will meet next Monday at 1 p.m. at the county AAA office 234 Second Street. Members seek orderly wardens with experience to help plan gardens and safeguard seed supplies amid rising demand and limited resources.
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County To Receive 215250 From Auto Fees
County officials announce that auto fee revenues will total about 215250 to be distributed to subdivisions. The plan outlines allocations to Wellington, Amherst, Avon Lake, Oberlin, Lorain, Sheffield, Sheffield Lake, South Amherst, Rochester and others, with amounts varying by locality.
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Russians Crush German Tank Assault Near Trent Front
Russian forces reported repelling a major German tank offensive near Trent, claiming the Germans lost a large number of vehicles. Soviet dispatches said reinforcements and new tanks supported a spring campaign across the front, with fighting extending for days and tanks falling into Soviet hands in some sectors.
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Battle For Bataan Becomes National Epic Of Valor
Washington April 9 Yanks and Filipinos on Bataan fought under constant pressure from air sea and land by superior Japanese forces A War Department communique said defenses probably have been enveloped Lieut Gen Jonathan M L Wainwright reported his troops exhausted outnumbered and low on supplies after days of fighting The nation pledges to make the Japanese pay with blood and endurance in a battle described as a national epic of valor Continued on Page 12.
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Frontline updates from multiple theaters of war
Russia's Timoshenko claims success against a fierce Nasi tank assault on Wednesday. In the Mediterranean a British submarine sinks a large cruiser during a supply operation. In Africa British forces strike back at Rommel's positions. In Burma India Japanese bombers sink a British cruiser near Ceylon. Australian chiefs discuss thwarting a Japanese invasion attempt with confidence.
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