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The report opens on the battling with the Japanese. Fighting on land, in the air and at sea. The situation in Manila, wake, Hong Kong, Singapore, and others. Stories also include Land lost and won on the Russian front,. Submarine battles, earthquakes claiming lives, and more conflicts.
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After a sound check, there’s more war news. Reports on the Pacific front, and what to do in an air raid. Black outs are mentioned, and that the governor is calling for National Guard support. Civilians are being trained in techniques in protecting themselves in a gas attack. Emergencies in the schools, and still anticipating a safe Christmas.
After reports on Chinese attacks on Japan, assurances are made to citizens on the training of allied troops to protect the coastline.
Mention is made on food shortages, both for America and for Japan. Also the need for stretching oil resources. Progress on war production, the economy, and more is made. Japan is said to be practicing hit and run exercises. Guerilla tactics. Propaganda claims Guam fell to Japan. The strategy of capturing Pacific islands is shared, but the actual plan is kept secret.
Sound check.
The air war begins to be reported.
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Remote from Chunking claims trouble, but the report from Manila assures a peaceful night. A rescue of a mined ship, losses of Japanese planes need verification, but the enemy seems to be paying dearly.
The lull in action gives troops the chance to regroup.
In London, reports are given on war activity in Spain, but official reports are pending. Problems with black market meat, and price gouging. Offenders face steep fines.
Back in New York, reports on Naval supply depots, aid to Britain, and a report from our capital. Changes in Navy command. in air forces, boosting preparedness. Changes in the induction process. Labor and industry demands.
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An island off the coast from Tokyo, Formosa has been brutally attacked.
