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Brisbane Courier Mail

Location

Brisbane, Queensland, Australia

Date

Dec 04, 1940

Page

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Greeks Claim Gains On All Fronts In Albania War Dispatch

The Greek forces advance across Mt Lemia and occupy heights in the Mokra and surrounding ranges. Greek artillery duels and air operations hinder Italian counterattacks near Pogradec and Mamuniste as prisoners and material are reported captured. The Athens dispatch notes Greek superiority in resources and strategy with continued northward progress.

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Greeks Press Albanian Front as Italians Hold Lines

Reports from the Albani front describe Greek advances along the lake region near Pogradec while Italian forces slow the push. The conflict widens with heavy casualties on both sides as Greek and Italian units clash along the northern Adriatic and Epirus front.

Atest Tym Moimainiste Lake Oneide Poyradec Eckrnique Rometimen Uabaig Eronoy Malesia Tram Adriatic Atates Epirus de Tencotens Corfu Masco

Extension For Tax Balance On Application

Taxpayers with insufficient instalments for a federal assessment may apply for an extension of time to pay. If they fail to apply, balance must be paid by the due date. Federal and state processes involve separate returns and penalties, with extensions possible in some cases.

Padden Queensland Etic Uae Adoul Suminiuna Guayera Federal Taxation Service Adden Anid South’ Wales Apt Angthy Staten Deveperate Beasley Saber Barty Beanley

Must Buy Instalment Books Warned by Riders

OCR fragment outlines a public notice urging purchase of instalment books to cover a tax levy. It mentions farmers, stamps, and a printing plan by a commercial concern. The text alludes to the sale and collection of overdue charges and the anticipated process.

Nazi Terror Raids Do Little Damage To Britain's Strength

New York dispatch reports German raids cause financial losses and civilian hardship but do not weaken Britain's war effort significantly. Coventry casualties are low, and production largely unaffected. observers note destruction was limited and strategic targets largely escaped. London and Belfast air activity describe night raids with minor damage to power and public buildings and limited civilian toll.

Britain London Meland Elory Wtel Fox Bexas Enidhid Aarmewhay Ty Air Ministry Herst Anglia Wales

United States Plans Faster Plane Deliveries to Britain

The United States will speed deliveries of five airplanes to Britain, aiming for earlier arrival dates. The move signals commercial firms will not compete with British and Allied forces for equipment, as the Army Air Corps seeks to light a night photography device.

Toomrrrmane Ecpennl Beilaih Proguetve Fonday Tury Ck Vero Une Commercial Porcex United States Army Air Corns

U S May Bid For Martinique

Fragmentary text suggests a potential U S bid related to Martinique with references to special service and wartime context. The readable parts mention protection claims and bombing, but the overall meaning is unclear.

U.S Martinique Courier-Mail Sellet Arts Eh Sarai Ghlisd Wil

Decree Curbs Iron Guards Amid Romania Hungary Tensions

The Womisian Foreign Minister issues a decree disbanding the Iron Guards and banning green shirts, asserting the group’s role in recent political violence. The move follows regional strains between Hungary and Romania over Tranaplvatla borders, with 190,000 supporters cited in solidarity.

Landor M. Worinsima Antonere Permacrania Iron Guarda Eres Radio

Food rationing cuts to free shipping space urged by Lord Woolton

In Manchester the Minister for Food Lord Woolton announced rationing cuts to save shipping space for wartime aid. He said Britain has been patient and must accelerate efforts to mobilize resources and transport air forces overseas, urging sacrifice to support the war.

London Italy Lransport Lord Woolton Manchester Clover Aly Woollon Bronaensh Commenia Mall Monte Mitta Eas

British pact with Spain signals cautious diplomacy and wartime restraint

British Ambassador Sir Bechuel Hoare and Spain's Foreign Minister Senor Suner signed an accord in Madrid that London reports as a diplomatic gain showing negotitations carried without provoking a wider war. The agreement reportedly excludes entry into a war or punitive actions and is viewed as a limited, economic understanding.

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12 More Mines Swept Up In Home Waters

Reports say 12 additional naval mines have been swept or exploded in home waters near Australia. The move follows earlier mine clears in Bass Strait and off New Zealand, with no report yet from the Naval Board on the latest sinkings or enemy mine activity.

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Germans Claim Sinking 16 Ships in Convoy Bound for Britain

A wartime radio report claims a German force sank sixteen ships in a convoy heading to Britain. The report notes vessels described as merchant ships of large tonnage and cites Allied concerns over supply relief routes.

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Compromise Proposals in Final Budget Talks

Canberra reports Cabinet discussions on the Federal Budget seek to bridge demands from the Opposition. Ministers weigh changes to income tax exemptions, veteran benefits, and old age pensions to secure a workable majority while avoiding a full House vote.

Canberra Inia Rama Uporlant

Small lenders key to loan success says Federal Treasurer

In Sydney the Federal Treasurer stressed that loan success hinges on small lenders rather than large firms. While subscriptions near 628,000.00 Freedom lous Ra Jer, many small subscribers remain unparticipated. He noted a closing date of November 14 and urged broader support from individual savers to lift the program.

Sydney Breas Lous Ra Jer Waa Cerned Pacden Phen Ampalyn

Militiamen Train During Camp at Victoria Barracks

A two day staff conference opened at Victoria Barracks as thousands of militiamen from universal groups undergo ten days of active training. The minister noted enhanced physical endurance and reported no cases of illness among the trainees amid the ongoing program.

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