Evacuation ship torpedoed as you were after poll
Hitler's latest victims included Canadian bound evacuees. About 320 children were rescued after a mid Atlantic torpedo attack. In Canberra the Senate race shows government likely to hold a bare majority with key seats in New South Wales and Queensland in play. Counts indicate Labour and Country Party contest the balance as results unfold.
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Evienees
Marin
Senate
New South Wales
Curtin
House of Early
Labour Party
Forde
Hit
Labour
Stv
Heather Atotes
In Country Party
Men
Cammerans
New Soy
Wales
Roburtaon
Riverina
Hume
Martin
Robertaon
Gillete
Lavoie
Williames
Marano
Queensland
Messirall
Cooper
Crawford
Mrr
Medeoch
Benate
South Australia
Bundaberg
Ly Uy
Australie
Thd
Hellyull
Investors Pleased as Referendum Votes Still Counted
The report notes investors pleased with early vote counts and references about 400 remaining ballots to be tallied. It mentions seats and candidates, including Mr Spooner and Thorby, with market tone showing price movement and buyer interest after Germany’s invasion.
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Armal
Spooner
Ami Yoley
Hasster
Tenet Toprtany
Labour
Family Escaped Bombs Perished On Safety Ship Aufication
A damaged WWII era report describes a family fleeing bombs and perishing on a ship named Safety. The text references London dated September 28 and mentions children and war era danger. Confused OCR fragments limit clarity but indicate a home shelter and German attack context.
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London
Getmimi
Ehner
Anil
Humber
U-Boat Night Massacre Kills 88 Evacuee Children
London reports a brutal Atlantic torpedo attack on a ship carrying British and Australian evacuees to Canada. Ninety children survived, 88 died, and 101 adults and 209 crew were aboard a vessel sunk in about 20 minutes. The tragedy prompted naval statements and ongoing war coverage.
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London
Atlantic
Canada
Britain
LNCON
Cairo
Traterfield
Gerad
South Australia
Fredy
Beaumont Lad
Imu Fe
HsKy
Bowie
Brice
Enor
Saunier
Therion
Edie
Atwwck
Sir “Dowing Sineliard
Lue
Ey Pranetiger
Clive Wlehaat
Dowling
Children survive sinking after torpedoed lifeboat ordeal
Nine year old Berok Reoch and siblings aged 11 and 10 endured hours in an upturned lifeboat after a torpedoed ship’s explosion. Mothers, sailors, and passengers clung to wreckage as ships neared rescue, with reports of bombardment and confusion.
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Wis
Mmther
Jones
Moller
Derew
Derek Geran
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Sevwie Walder
Eline
Liga Everal
Canada
Condon
Gal
Rharnan
Ellovise
Dale
Riventina Continons
Shwkeepeure
Ferman Aubmarine
Ian
Chawee Tor
Pape ‘Enigors
Adie
Mudren
Anaier
Germany
Aisi
Tragic Experience in Melbourne War Child Transport
A damaged report describes a tragic civilian wartime episode linked to Melbourne. It notes a man returning home near Heldelhers, involvement of tools and workers, and a government related manufacture in Australia. The piece hints at broad suffering and disruption from the conflict.
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HiLley
Melbourne
Rowling
Demir
Heldelhers
Australia
Giod
de Havilland
Joegin
Rapid Output Of Plane Engines From Australia Plant
Australian factory production of aircraft engines reached full scale with a Monday ceremony marking completion of a General Motors Holden plant. Government and industry officials attended the event signaling rapid output and future exports.
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Menodurne
Australia
Chine Menwealth
General Motors
Holden Pienermeny
RAF Bombs Over Berlin and London Amid Night Raid
Rail of a heavy night raid with RAF bombers over Berlin and London. Anti aircraft guns fired in city centers while air battles raged. Reports note damage to north west London blocks and a Kent church as German fighters and bombers struck coastal and inland targets. Authorities warn of further operations and discuss tactics for night interception and improved defenses.
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Berger
Nori Getty
Mme
Morntne
Fivine
Anne
Souris
Conminiane Stoceh
Mivacks
Tandon
Molentier
Londay
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Ans
Niles
Sila
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Thames
Apolles
Landon
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Tiny
Countal
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Neveral
Pune
Drounad Jonf
Wotking-Clase
Rulda
Navneetorth-west
Ane Smith-Ins
Nantes
Vie Tinevest Tealma
Bambe
al Osthy
Dongen
Tne
Emi Greenlinn
Vno
Untitled fragment notes on brave wartime resolve
A damaged OCR fragment portrays British resolve against Nazi aggression. It references collective effort and sacrifice during wartime, with unclear names or dates but a focus on morale and endurance amid danger.
More A.LF. Units May Go To Egypt
MILROUEN Monday War Cabinet adjourned to fleet there was strong Indication a decision to send more substantial units of the ALD to Egypt may be announced in a day or two. Government would say the important questions of policy require ministerial accord before committing divisions. The Sixth Division may be sent at short notice if further reinforcement is deemed essential.
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Egypt
Menia
Rene Ihe
Middle East
Cabinetentscheid likely approves wet canteens in camps
Melbourne report says the Federal Cabinet favors wet canteens in ALP camps with a majority of ministers supporting the policy. An immediate announcement may follow the meeting as temperance advocates anticipate action.
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Melbourne
TL Wan
Temperance Praia
Record Day For Bombing Fund Patched Donations Rise
The Bellsh romning Victims Appex and Queenslandswaterday report record philanthropic support for the Patriotic Fund. Totals show 8996-199 at City Hall and £126,102 at The Courier Mail, with further large gifts from Nambour Gladstone and Stanthorpe. The Interior Minister and Senator noted the fundraiser aligns with Commonwealth Elections law and will be acknowledged after printing delays.
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South Walee
Londa
Abe Byaney
Couchin
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