British Air Mastery Shown Since New Year In War Report
London reports reveal Royal Air Force gains in year to date with strong patrols halting mine laying and submarine threats. Heavy bomber activity over Austria and munition zones, plus notable naval losses, illustrate improved air and coastal command effectiveness and several successful anti ship actions by British forces.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London
Britain
Royal Air Force
Coastal Command
Bomber Command
Austria
Baltayy
Enkinsfaram
Canadians and Luftwaffe clash over Heligoland
fragmentary wartime dispatch describes Royal Air Force activity with Canadians and German forces near Heligoland and the North Sea in 1940, noting air battles, mine-laying ships, and coastal command efforts. mentions British bombers and German defenses, with observers commenting on air superiority and losses.
Richards Wins Title On Foul in Boxing Match
Richards claimed the British middleweight title in a Sydney Stadium bout marked by a disputed finish. The fight featured heavy exchanges, late rounds, and crowd reactions as Richards appeared to secure victory despite accusations of fouls and rough tactics from both sides.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Or. Richaras
HDA
Sydney Stadium
Fred.enneberry
Richaray
Richards
Alen Menineberry
Ainin
Joetuinetite
Australia Plans U S Cotton Imports Amid War Demand
Australia will source U S cotton to fill shortages caused by high wartime demand for uniforms and machinery. The country previously faced limited local yield, with imports necessary to meet estimated requirements this year. Trade measures and policy shifts are noted as actions to ease domestic shortfalls.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Anberka
Flour Tax Up to Day Increases Prices in Canberra
The flour tax will be increased from tomorrow, rising to £2 5s per unit after a machinery adjustment. The move will raise mill prices and cause a consequent fall in the retail price of flour.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Canberra
Ang. Sn
Nour
Red death by own action Squads Suffer' Heavy Losses In Finland
Soviet patrols report heavy losses as Red Army engages Finnish fronts. Specialized troops suffer many killed or captured amid winter offensives near Leningrad and Karelia. Snowbound terrain hinders movement while artillery shells erupt on fronts south of a key village as counter-attacks unfold with German-taught tactics. Local reinforcements arrive, but survival hinges on mobility and coordinated assaults.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
James Alurigue
Messinki
Nicky
Ted
Ieee Toren
The
Artilley
Ed Army
Arena Tanger
Wibori
Germany
Trent
Boning Beef for Export Experiment Aboard Ship
A historical note describes planned boned beef exports with a trial shipment amid refrigeration tests. Officials expect space savings of about 30 percent, enabling vessels to carry more consumable meat. Shippers and exporters cooperate with government researchers on this experiment.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tormeriy , Shippers
Txporiers
Multan
Eateasnes Delore
Archbishop Kelly Close to Death After Illness
Dr. Kelly remains critically ill at the Carinal Palace in Maniur with a final burst of anxiety and limited movement. Doctors report no further changes expected tonight as careful observers monitor his condition under a lease hospital’s care.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kelly
Aydney
Wan
Carinal
Maniur
Fem Hospital
Germany's Secret Out
Cryptographers decode a German message that threatened England as spies and wartime intrigue unfold. The article previews the dramatic reveal and the impact on the Great War, as described in Cleland Hoy's espionage story.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jermany
Zimerman
England
Fromough Cleland Hoy
Never in LPC Denials Ripple Through IPC Tangles
An executive review by the National Council of Women rejects any affiliation with the International Peace Campaign. Dr Mra Robinson and other leaders faced questions about patronage and membership as groups including Theosophists and Diocesan Councils faced scrutiny.
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Mra
Uenty Robertson
National Council of Women
Live
Pound! OF Women
IPC
Wnt
Use Movement
National Cine
Smit UK
Peter
Stepene Convenir
Robin Ison Atin
Ladont
P.C. Farly
Must Support Government Amid Global Tensions
Fragmented text argues for unified government action to defend Australia and Empire. References to defence plans, production of planes ships and economic unity. Mentions political differences and the need to support government without partisan debates.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Corser
Rontine
Peparing
Autral
Aune
Ana
Parisic
Middle East
War loan tax plan under Canberra announcements
Canberra outlines that the flat wartime loan of 118,000,000 will not be exempt from Federal Income tax with details on interest rates, term options, and state tax treatment. The government intends to maintain exemptions for state taxes, while clarifying implications for investors and future borrowing.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Canberra
Ralia
Ace Town
Pat
Blair |Orks
Alan Hee
Ian Laten
Sears
Binte Works
Commmonwealthy
Sticky Weather Persists Across Queensland Today
Weak text describes ongoing hot humid conditions across Queensland with local thunderstorms likely in the afternoon or evening. Reports indicate Brisbane and Darling Downs regions experiencing above normal temperatures and high humidity, while Charleville and Townsville show notable readings. The weather page notes record-like heat in January with rainfall amounts and inland temp variations across the state.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Queensland
Burer
Brisbane
Erie
Orton
Darling Downs
Ronknampton
Maxton
Malovaw
Naira
Chinese To Teach At Armidale College BYDNEY
A report notes Mr F chang seeking an assistant lecturer role at New England University College in Armidale New South Wales. The piece mentions affiliations with Cambridge and Sydney University and references mathematical studies and degrees including a Master of Science earned in 1937.
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Armidale College
Bydney
F. Chang
Parry Street
Ryde
New England Unionony Collean
Allan
New
Hout Wales
Wellin
Mathematica
Ei Aganey University
Chong
Cambridge
Aled
Full Control of Censorship for Sir H. Gullett
Melbourne report on changes to publicity censorship with Sir Henry Gullett given full control after cabinet decisions. The minister will oversee all letterpress and photographs and coordinate with Navy and Air to protect national interests while clarifying rules and reducing confusing mandates. The prime minister and Mr Menzies defend centralization to improve press relations and security.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Melbourne
Mr. Mengies
Sir Henry Gullett
Fighting Services
Henry Gullett
Menizinn
Menaies
Eensar
Navy
Yhen Araival
phelonAon
Menzies
Hearald
Tibet
Mensies
Ney
Cameron
Roma
Ue Langer
Landers Frere Country’ Party
Tam
Defence Department
Aula
Department of Information
Science Administration
Air Force
Labour leadership fight dellooms over Lang return
A report from the Labour conference outlines a plan to restore Mr Lang to leadership while factional tensions surface. An internal proposal suggests changes to committee control within the party and hints at implications for Mickel’s position and the parliamentary caucus.
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Peuner
Ramet Mhatasa
Mtr
Enernalee
Ier
Git
Kang Chewn
Mickel
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