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Newspaper
Brisbane Courier Mail
Location
Brisbane, Queensland, Australia
Date
May 08, 1940
Page
19
War effort hinges on work and fighting at home
The British and Australian publics must intensify civilian labor for wartime needs. The piece argues unemployment under 1,044,000 in Britain and similar issues in Australia hinder mobilization. It stresses that democracy requires full economic and industrial effort, dedicated training for war industries, and civilian contribution alongside soldiers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Norway
Germany
Britain
Australia
Itm
Tax Payments At The Source Considered By Courier Mail
The Courier-Mail urged the government to study income tax collection at the source for wage earners to ease lump sum payments. It noted the burden of sudden demands and a short grace period, linking the proposal to existing taxes and unemployment relief. The Premier opposed expanding administration costs, yet others support weekly deductions to ease total annual levies and ensure steady revenue.
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Sigiigen Monte
Courier-Mail
Aline
Taxation Department
South Australia
Western Australia
Victoria
Cooper
Paris at War A Nation Sits Tight As France Rebuilds Will Power
Geoffrey Tebbutt notes a transformed Paris under war strain with calm, stern resolve. French women assume more work and influence as men enlist, maintaining normal life while guarding national resolve against German power.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Paris
Munich
Nazi Tapacity
France
London
Pacis
Ringland
Pacin
Pers
Tarorn
Ge Uravel
Paatern
Bell
Finland
Helwid
Wilpurt
Tiligna
Great Britain
Solomons Of The Palestine Front Compensatn Officers Tale
The article describes the difficulties faced by compensation officers in Palestine, recounting Lt. Tod ay’s mission with the 2nd AVF. It details the village encounter with Arab villagers, the awkward ritual of inquiry into land and damages, and the respectful reception by locals including the mukhtar, elder Arabs, and village women. The narrative blends the officer’s procedure with vivid field impressions and local interactions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
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Palestine
Lowe
Canterbury /aydrwy
Tome Vial
Flim
A.C
eVitaole
Erups
Mr JR
Haven Jook
Mga
Imalv
Balkan and Axis Forces Engage Across Frontiers
A foreign dispatch outlines tensions on the Balkan frontier with Yugoslav and Romanian areas described as prone to incidents. It notes Germany and Italy aiming to influence Greece and Turkey while Albania, Romania, and Hungary face pressures. Naval and river movements near the Danube and Norwegian coast are mentioned as part of a broader strategic posture and allied responses. The report emphasizes potential German troop movements, river gunboats, and planned international oversight.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Frontier Inci
Danmolio
Vagunlavia
Germany
Danube
Duke of Kent tour prompts UK and Commonwealth appointments
The Duke of Kent plans a four nation tour of France and Australia. Senior figures including Mr Le and Sir Ciaran IE, GAUS, and Dr O Bren are named for roles in military and Royal Geographical Society circles. Commonwealth meetings and upcoming appointments unfold as officials prepare for travels and policy discussions across Britain, Australia, and Queensland shows.
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AMA
Umf
Tirigadier
Ciaran IE
Gaus
Vownell
Royal Geographical Society
Quert
Nant Nigh
J Toma
O'Bren
Tbe
Phetis
Iman
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