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Brisbane Courier Mail

Location

Brisbane, Queensland, Australia

Date

Oct 02, 1940

Page

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Drastic Trade Action By Empire Hinted

Reported in US and Singapore sources is speculation that Britain and the United States may pursue rapid policy moves in the Far East. Possible items include a tripartite agreement with US warships, Singapore base access, or shared facilities in Singapore and Manila. A broader five-nation stance against altering the status quo may be stated.

London Britain Dominic United States Singapore Manila Australia New Zealand Canada Far East Dominions

National Cabinet Backing Amid Japan Trade Tensions

A scrambled wartime dispatch discusses potential Japan trade embargoes and allied responses. It mentions Britain, Germany, Italy, and the United States weighing economic limits on Japan, plus shifts in public sentiment and media commentary from Shanghai and New York Times correspondents.

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Nation sees inevitable national government formation in Australia

Across New South Wales and Victoria tensions mount as Labour rejects Menzies offer and hints at a possible national ministry. A dramatic shift suggests Labour may seize control while the election stalemate continues amid wartime defense considerations and international alignments.

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Postponed debates fuel uncertain Australia UK tensions

A Melbourne dispatch notes delays in key Allied policy talks amid world war strain. Reports discuss Australia Britain Washington stances on naval bases in the Pacific, plans for war financing, and Curtin’s leadership role as Labor factions debate national government cooperation and cabinet control amid ongoing crisis.

Government's Surprise M S W Wins on Federal Counting

Federal correction of county results shows Labour’s Robertson and new NSW candidates contributing to a strengthened government majority. Counting from Maranoa and other seats shifts predictably, with Labour and Country Party gains altering margins and indicating a possible National government path. Majorities widen in several regions as late counts solidify the government’s position.

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George Crosses for Heroes of St Pauls

The King announced the George Cross and George Medal awards for gallantry by civilians during perilous days. Citation highlights an air raid warden and others who aided victims and helped remove a bomb from a vehicle, with praise for untiring devotion and bravery.

George Heroes OF ST. Paul's Lisuianant Bern Ink Nant Davies Clercey George Grow Ue Keing Empire George ‘Cros

NSW councils plan fund raid for London mission

A fragmentary report indicates NSW councils might divert local funds to cover a London mission. The idea appears tied to parliamentary action and potential transfers from city and county sources, with discussions of funding redirections and public works adjustments.

N.S.W Sydney Mort Hay London Queensland

Savage cow gore incident harms mother and child

Mrs G Meta Roth, following a cow herd with a calf, was struck by a cow causing a severe wound just below the ear. The child, three year old Ken Roth, was fatally burned or scalded as he was attacked near the scene, while a neighborhood man suffered injuries. Ambulance attendants arrived as rescue efforts continued despite the chaos.

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Invasion Ports Battered as RAF Attacks English Channel

German raids battered Calais Harbour and Cape Gris Nez while the RAF crossed Berlin for hours. Bombs drenched the Kent coast as raids hit 27 points in eight Home Counties with high German losses and several planes shot down. Casualties were light with some injuries and property damage reported.

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Australian Air Units Reach Singapore Amid Britain’s War Need

Royal Australian Air Force squadrons equipped with American and Australian fighters and bombers have arrived in Singapore and are based in Malaya to relieve RAF wings, strengthening Britain’s air power in the region. Australian officials emphasize not increasing total Commonwealth strength but aiding Britain’s defense, with pilots praised for skill and readiness.

Royal Australian Air Foren ‘Union Singapore Malaya Mr. Mensies Aia Melbourne RAAP Britain Australia

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