Fight For Moscow Rages As German Onslaught Intensifies
Reported German attacks against Tula 100 miles south of Moscow press the city hard with heavy artillery and air bombardment while Russians fortify an impassable fire wall. In Crimea, defense stiffens delaying Hitler’s drive to Caucasus oil fields as Sebastopol and Novorossiysk endure air raids and Don Basin fighting continues. Yalta lies ruined after evacuation.
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U.S. Close to War With Japan
Sydney reports New York Times correspondent A M Levy says war with Japan seems likely unless either side backs down. He notes US navy strength, urges Australia to deploy more forces in the Middle East, and argues the region may be decisive in the global conflict.
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Roosevelt Address Marks Armistice Day Resolve
President Roosevelt declares in an Armistice Day address that grave dangers confront the nation and urges instant readiness in the Pacific and Atlantic. Secretary Knox emphasizes that the hour of decision is here and the United States must defend liberty for future generations.
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Compulsory Training Under Way At Wellington Drill Hall
Since Monday last there has been no stream of men medically examined for compulsory training at the Wellington Drill Hall Percy Street. About 200 men were examined with 90 per cent fit. The trainees, mostly from country centres, will not enter camp until the new year and will complete training before sowing next year’s crops. Officers in charge reported brighter overseas news and stated the pool of available camp entrants is about 200.
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Chinese Will Fight Chinese Will Fight
The Australian Minister to China Sir Frederick Eggleston declared in a Chungking broadcast that Chinese defenders would fight until peace is secured. He said the Chinese would not weaken their resolve or sacrifice their independence.
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Germans Press Key Pincer Move at Tula Front
Soviet dispatches report enemy attempts to break through in the Tula region near Moscow. German forces launch a notable pincer effort to seize the town while Russian guerrilla units strike back and inflict heavy losses.
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War Gift From Bodangora Public School Junior Red Cross
The Bodangora Public School Junior Red Cross circle sent 21/16/3 to headquarters from an American tea and children’s entertainment. Patron Mr S S Murphy guides the young organizers. Gifts fund four holiday homes for convalescent children of war service fathers, providing rest, diet and care.
Dole Policy Taints Able Bodied Work Grant Debate
The Dole policy faces opposition in Young Cowra and Orange where recipients are told to take cherry and pea picking if able, nullifying the date for those with work available. Meetings issue motions to the State Government, accusing a de facto conscription of labour. Government denies conscription but defends against criticism, urging fairness and work before dole.
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Isolated Enemy Raids Hit England and Cairo
English town on the northeast coast was raided by an enemy bomber yesterday morning with no details released. The southwest Cairo district was also attacked causing slight damage and some casualties.
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Sabotage Affects Romanian Oil Output
German oil production shows a drop of at least 20 percent following sabotage on Romanian fields. The report cites statements attributed to a Moscow advisor.
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INO SECRET SESSION Hints At Federal Parliament Meet
The Prime Minister J Curtin announced a decision to hold a secret sitting of the Federal Parliament. He said the government is to conduct the session in private, citing confidential current affairs and the need for discretion.
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