Russians Resist Two-Front Nazi Drive Near Leningrad
Russian troops fight to stem a double Nazi assault from the south along Lake Peipus and from the north along the Karelia Isthmus within 75 miles of Leningrad. Soviet reports say the northern push eased overnight while asserting Germans will not reach Kiev or Leningrad, let alone Moscow. Continued on Page Seven.
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Draft youths in Senate gallery voice mixed views on service end
In Washington crowds, sunburned khaki-clad draft soldiers in Senate galleries were asked their views on staying in the Army beyond a year. One hundred interviews show about 30 percent want immediate release, roughly 70 percent willing to follow Congress, with soldiering not appealing as a career. Continued on Page Four.
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Weather Balloons Power Bomber Flights to Britain
American made bombers are flying to Britain aided by radiosond weather balloons. The three dimensional forecasts give wind, precipitation, humidity and temperature five miles up, enabling precise Atlantic crossings. Pilots can depart Canada with detailed conditions across the route, aiding mass production and deployment for winter missions.
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Second Son Mussolini Killed in Bomber Crash
In Rome on August 7 Captain Brang Mussolini aged 23 died when a long range bomber tested by detachment commander crashed near Pisa at 10 am. Bruno Mussolini, born April 22 in Milan, was the Premier's son and a pilot. The eight man crew included Gen. Piccolo and six others who perished. remaining eight were injured.
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Silk Stockings Price Probe Cites Profiteering Risk
Washington D C August 7 Price Commissioner Leon Henderson tells Congress any rise in silk stocking prices would be profiteering. He says current silk production stoppage does not justify higher prices for stockings already on shelves. He notes price control laws need a definite statutory basis.
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France pledges to defend empire by any means seen fit
In a note to the United States Embassy at Vichy France asserts it will defend its empire by any means it deems best. The communication stresses Syria differs from Indo China where Paris authorized Japanese aid for defense.
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Youth of 41 Is Taking Selective Service Far Better than Dad Did
Washington report by Jack Stinnett compares the 10 month record of the current selective service system with World War I draft figures. DOJ data show about 20 000 complaints 226 convictions and 365 awaiting trial versus 474 861 draft dodgers 67 838 apprehensions and 184 cases on FBI files after fifteen months in WWI.
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Sailor from Charleston Is Crowned Missing Body Recovery Effort
Crew from the gunboat Charleston searched Gastineau Channel for a sailor missing after falling overboard shortly after 4 AM as the ship returned from Juneau. W A Lord of Los Angeles, seaman second class, struck his head on a small boat and disappeared. Rescue drags and beach patrols continued this afternoon amid skepticism that the body would be found due to the ebbing tide.
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Sitka Woman Found Dead In Hotel Room
Mary Russell a 43 year old waitress was found dead in her Sitka Hotel room from a self inflicted gunshot. A .32-20 Colt revolver lay on the bed and a note on the dresser indicated suicide. The Sitka coroner said death occurred six to eight hours before discovery and an inquest is set for tomorrow.
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Britain's Burma Thai War Plan Hinges On US Aid
British Imperial Forces rush for any Japanese push into Thailand or Burma as Singapore reports ready measures to defend the Burma Road. A London source says U S cooperation beyond diplomacy is essential for Britain to back Thailand against invasion and safeguard wartime supply lines.
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U S Aid To Russia Under Way
Washington plans unfreezing of millions of dollars in Soviet goods from the United States. Officials say a favorable path for shipping supplies to Russia is under consideration and a flow of materials to Russian forces has begun. Details remain undisclosed as they are deemed military secrets.
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