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May 1, 1942

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By Telephone To the New York Times

Hitler-Mussolini conf planned

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By Frank L. Kluckhohnspecial To the New York Times

A P Tixier returns to U S; conf with Asst Sec Berle; U S recognition hinted if Vichy aids Axis; de Gaulle's rejection of French exiles' support cited

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By Special to THE NEW YORK TIMES

Sec Stimson comments on plans for Eastern Mil Area establishment; cites need for more effective control of Atlantic coast shorefront lights

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By Unknown Author

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lauds uptown results

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