War Leaders Plan Pacific Offense Amid Far East Struggles
President Roosevelt and Prime Minister Churchill on Christmas Eve worked on a blueprint for Axis defeat with a focus on naval matters and the status of the French fleet. Churchill warned of possible German offensives while stressing continued defense of Singapore and its approaches as Wake and the Philippines face intense fighting.
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Wake Island Defense Fades as Japanese Capture Probable
The Navy announced Wake Island likely fallen after 14 days of siege by Japanese forces. Fewer than 400 Marines and 12 fighters fought the invaders, accounting for two enemy destroyers. Palmyra and Johnston islands were shelled with no casualties, while S.S. Doheny reached port. The report confirms earlier sinking rumors of S. Montebello and notes no new Atlantic or Hawaiian developments.
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Mrs Philibosian Dies In Car Crash East Of San Diego
Mrs M P Philibosian 53 of Tucson Arizona was killed when a car driven by her son Aram 22 skidded on a curve 20 miles east of San Diego and plunged over an embankment. Her husband and son escaped injury.
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British Drive To Halt Axis Help Seen In North Africa
London dispatch predicts a rapid British sweep to hit Italian bases around Tripoli and block Axis reinforcements. Rommel’s remaining forces may try to break through but face a doomed stand near Bengasi as British patrols push 150 miles into Tripolitania.
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British Capture Benina Airfield and Barce Stronghold in Africa
British forces report rapid advances in Cirenaica capturing the Benina airfield near Bengasi and the Barce fortress. An imperial dispatch says Rommel's retreating army shows signs of disintegration as a fast armored vanguard appears to trap retreating units.
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New Tax Bill Aims to Tap All Possible Revenue
Washington December 24 Chairman Doughton said the House Ways and Means Committee may draft a new tax bill next year to raise every dollar reasonably possible not just a fixed amount. He noted increases in rates and stricter administration. Committee work starts January 15 with Treasury and statisticians guiding scope.
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Soviet Bears Down On Orel In Big Drive
Soviet forces press toward Orel a key communications hub 200 miles from Moscow as they push German units westward after taking Odoev. Guderian reportedly leaves front as Hitler reshapes high command amid claims of tanks and aides displaced. Russian gains include Gorbachevo recapture and rail link efforts north toward Leningrad.
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California Pleads For Tourist Trade Amid Wartime Fears
Los Angeles appeals to reassure tourists and residents as wartime anxiety grows. The All-Year club reports 722,364 winter visitors from Nov 1, 1940, to Apr 30, 1941, spending over 100 million dollars on leisure. The Chamber of Commerce and county officials urge spreading normalcy to sustain southern California’s tourism.
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Auto Accidents Kill Two And Injure Seven
Two men died and seven were injured in a series of late night and early morning crashes around Tucson during light snow. Five soldiers were among the injured in a crash 10 miles west of Casa Grande, and a bus struck William Tamper at Red Rock. Joseph Glover died after a hit and run near his South Sixth Avenue inn. Davis Monthan hospital treated the soldiers and others with improving and undetermined conditions.
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CCC Enrollee Killed Near Douglas on Christmas Day
Evaristo Portillo, 21, a CCC enrollee at Grand Canyon, was found killed along the Southern Pacific track at Forrest Station ten miles west of Douglas. His head was severed from his body. An inquest is set for Friday at 9 30 a.m. Survived by his parents and several sisters.
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Justice of Peace
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Dutch Airplanes Sub Link More Transports Of Japs Off Sarawak
Allied reports describe Japanese troop movements off Batangas and Antimonan Luzon as MacArthur assumes field command. US tanks move toward Manila amid air raid alarms and fires at Fort McKinley. Dutch submarines claim sinking 13 Japanese transports off Sarawak with air support and naval bombardment of Davao raid targets.
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Submarine Attacks Freighters Off California Coast
A submarine torpedoed the freighter Absaroka off the California coast but did not submerge. The Rosebank, previously listed missing, reportedly reached a safe port. Absaroka was abandoned in a sinking condition. tow attempts were being arranged. The ninth enemy sub attack in Pacific waters since the start of hostilities was reported.
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Philippine Position Is Grave In World War Analysis
DeWitt MacKenzie assesses the Philippines crisis as Japan lands on Luzon near Manila forcing MacArthur to defend two fronts. He notes Manila as an open city potential and cites unreliable air and naval strength while stressing Europe as the main Axis focus even as Pacific battles unfold.
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Defense Bonds and Stamps Urge Public Support
The government calls on citizens to fund wartime efforts by purchasing defense bonds and stamps. Bonds start at 18.75 dollars and stamps at 10 cents, available at banks, post offices, and many retailers. The Tucson Citizen urges support with regular purchases.
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