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Brisbane Courier Mail

Location

Brisbane, Queensland, Australia

Date

Jun 26, 1940

Page

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Armistice With Italy Signed As War Ends

Allied radio reports confirm Italy and France signed an armistice ending fighting on the Italian front. Paris announces Marshal Badoglio signed for Italy and General Huntziger for France after four hours of talks. France vows mourning while preparing for a future path.

Urbe Mall Mateallan Preachondon France Greenwich Brisbane Italy Frenck Rome Badoglio Huntziger Mont Blanc Mediterranean Front Nice Savoy

Britain Vows Help for French Liberty Moves

Prime Minister Churchill declares Britain will back French efforts for liberty and the defeat of Germany. He stresses continued support for France’s restoration and warns Mussolini's regime faces grave consequences as Allied and French forces push forward.

Britain

Hitler's Proclamation Warns German People of Struggle

A damaged OCR text presents Hitler’s proclamation urging German unity and sacrifice in a prolonged war. It cites distant enemies, calls for nationwide radio broadcasts, and references allied leaders and terms of occupation, with mention of German schools and wartime measures.

Fragmented World War II Era Memoir Snippet

A cryptic, damaged OCR fragment mentions air raids and references to ALB and Austrian Vamps. The text includes garbled names and phrases about enemy contact and survival, with scattered references to teams and observers. The overall meaning remains unclear due to severe transcription errors.

Nazi Air Raids on England Reported with Few Casualties

Widespread bombing raids across England were reported with limited casualties. London and other areas faced the attacks as waves of planes passed over, with some fighter action and several explosions noted from the northeast to the southeast.

England London Brutsels Roith Wales Allece Eneloin Nino Henta Soutt-Eant Faetana West Aln i Kuan

Munitions workers training amid wartime disruption

The report describes munitions workers receiving training at a government program and mentions disruptions from bombings and air raids. It notes casualties, areas affected, and plans for extending training amid the ongoing conflict. It references officials and agencies coordinating the effort.

Premier Not Leading New Federal Bloc

Fragmented political text reports Premier Mr. Forgan Smith discussing leadership of a federal bloc. The piece mentions Labour conference, unity efforts, and calls for Prime Minister Menzies to use power to align federal actions with coalition principles.

Forgan Smith Pomimenitie Beinbane Hal Ae Miliiurgan Wdr Menzies Carls

King's Birthday Honours Delayed Announcement in Australia

In Carberra on a Tuesday a fan of military honours notes the King’s birthday celebration details. Governor General Lord Gowrie states no list is proposed on July 1, with no plan to announce honours until after the next New Year’s Day.

Carberra Maurtaina Lord Gowrie

France and Britain’s War Efforts Dominate Page Four

The page reports on Reynaud potentially leading the French government in Africa and Britain aided by Polish and Belgian forces. It notes tensions over policy, calls for Frenchmen to serve with De Gaulle, and mentions tax rises and staff cuts at home. Also covered are recruitment balance, overseas service, and plans to take war children from Queensland.

Hitler Reich France M. Pomaret Bordeaux Marshal Petain Fragen Iri Andy Ari Beuatn Shah Wwe Ate Thady Pyfiaak Eber Cortintes Syuerel London Tyi Annes Polley Lot de Gaulte Canna Pavera Queensland

Japan eyes on colonies march toward protectorate Indo China

Tokio correspondent notes Britain’s stance in Indo China sparks a Far East crisis risk. Japan seeks a protective occupation as France vacates and Paris trials a pro Pax strategy, with Tokyo aiming to broaden influence in China and Burma while Britain negotiates.

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