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Newspaper

Brisbane Courier Mail

Location

Brisbane, Queensland, Australia

Date

Sep 07, 1939

Page

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British drive on see to our submarines and security

In Canberra the government says expeditionary overseas force has not been seriously discussed. Sir Henry Gullett states Australia must defend with its own security and avoid reliance on overseas help, while debates in parliament touch on conscription and wartime strategy.

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No Joint Cabinet Hopes for Canberra Government

Canberra reports indicate no joint cabinet unless a drastic shift by the Country Party occurs. Prime Minister Menzies invited a national government panel. Earle Page reins in ministerial terms, threatening conditions. A CP deputation sought return to coalition on terms, while party loyalists press for cabinet control under Page leadership.

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London Raid Repelled in War News Flash

Australia vows to focus on own security before considering overseas deployment. British warships attack German submarines as RAF claims success against naval units. London reports air raid warnings and gunfire over the Thames while Warsaw notes Polish air and ground actions.

State Militia Call-up Not Yet Fixed

The Westionstay state defence chief announced that a militia call-up hinges on special training and financial readiness. A 14,000-strong special militia force is planned, with ramping up to begin quickly if needed, while officers determine pay and assignment details and release key personnel from civilian duties as the period of readiness approaches.

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Law Suit Over Lennons Bores

A report on a lawsuit concerning Lennons Bores appears on page 6 of The Home News. The item ties to ongoing legal action and mentions related coverage across pages 6 and 7, with other local notes including Brisbane air raid warning teated and references to crime and development topics.

Lennon Brisbane Teated Rocury and Peace Ashgrove Feain

Communique recounts French gains on Rhine Moselle frontier

A Paris AP report notes the French forces faced the foe along the Rhine and Moselle with fortified positions on both river banks. Local advances occurred during the night as artillery supported infantry. The leaflet drop in the Ruhr district reached 9 million copies with over 100 ships and aircraft in action, while Italian air shelters are being dismantled and the Rea steamer plans New York service.

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Paris Raid Fails as German Bombers Are Driven Back

An attempted German air raid on Paris failed as anti aircraft batteries opened fire at 1045. The alert followed by heavy gunfire, with French defenses repelling the raiders before they could reach their targets. Officials later stated no casualties or ships were reported, and the raid was broken up before causing damage.

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Australia Urges Resolve to Carry On War Time Unity

Prime Minister Menzies urges Australians to carry on during wartime stressing unity and sacrifice. Government promises steady employment and essential production while facing food and economic strains. The piece highlights public resolve and national morale amid conflict.

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Unclear text fragment on war policy and occupa tion

Fragmentary OCR text references unions and war policy with scattered phrases about occupation, distaste, and a mention of Pine Heya and Aualaien Chane. No coherent event or names clearly defined for a factual card.

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Missing Italian Ship Romelo Near Fremantle

News from Sydney reports the Italian ship Romelo is near Fremantle awaiting cargo. The Australia Italy Shipping Co. says the ship will call at Fremantle if sufficient cargo is found, with passenger bookings from Sydney Melbourne and Adelaide canceled. The Romolo was last seen sailing from Brisbane toward Sydney with Greek and Australian passengers aboard and is expected to arrive in the next few days.

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Withdraw from China urged by Britain and France

A Shanghai dispatch reports Japan has asked Great Britain and France to withdraw their military and naval forces from China to prevent untoward incidents. The appeal follows tensions as European powers discuss reducing presence and avoiding conflict in Asia.

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Germans Take Bromberg War News Hits Front Pages

Berlin War Ministry announced the occupation of Bromberg with German forces reportedly advancing and inflicting heavier casualties elsewhere. The dispatch notes the Western Front quiet as raids and troop movements provoke concern about the Eastern theater.

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