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Brisbane Courier Mail

Location

Brisbane, Queensland, Australia

Date

Sep 26, 1940

Page

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Pact Between Nazis and Japanese Reported

London dispatch reports a rumored alliance between Germany, Japan, and possibly Russia to divert American support from Britain. The pact, if real, would permit use of the Singapore base and imply a Russo-Japanese non aggression understanding to free Japan for a southern war. no confirmation from London.

London Japan Germany United States Britain Berlin Seh Singapore Russia Jolicas Amal Danywer Auras Isle Anaoongenyen Imeriaee Jita

Italian Advance Held Up Amid War News Clippings

A chaotic wartime dispatch summarizes Allied and Axis moves with claims of stalled Italian advance operations and assorted bombardment reports. It references British and American sources, the fall of Tobruk, and casualty figures amid general combat updates and strategic notes from London and New York correspondents.

Speculative US views on wartime alliance and Finland transit

The late news from Washington reports speculative talk on a mutual defense pact involving Britain and the United States. It notes talk of German troop transit through Finland to Norway and hints at broader arrangements among the United States, Britain, and Nordic countries amid the ongoing war.

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Church Synod Urges Need For Wet Canteens

A church synod calls for wet canteens to aid moral and patriotic aims. The meeting emphasized temperance in public life while discussing social welfare and communal support for servicemen and families.

Church Synod

British Bomb Victims Relief Appeal Details

In Day For Bomb Relief the British bombing victims appeal seeks funds across Queensland Western Australia Victoria and Tasmania. The note lists targets including 35 800 2190 000 and 70 000 to reach relief goals with promises from Canberra Ventura and other regions.

Appea Queensland Victoria Ventura Australia Western Australia Siegmore Promises Amaliey Tunde Tasmania Canberra

Nazis Start Fires in Four London Hospitals

London hospitals faced incendiary bombs as German planes dropped munitions in raids across the city. Fires broke out in several locations but were largely controlled by civilians, ARP workers, and fire crews. The assault involved hundreds of bombs, with continued attacks through the night and into dawn, targeting central London and nearby districts.

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Air Ministry says heavy raids hit Berlin factories

London September 29 Air Ministry reports another extensive RAF raid on Berlin targeting Siemens and Halake factories that supply German electrical equipment. A second attack struck the electric power station at Friedrichsfelde supplying a large portion of Berlin's industrial current.

London Berlin Air Ministry Siemens and Halake Friedrichafelde Boylin

Dakar Prelude to Vast Move

General de Gaulle’s Dakar operations are viewed as a prelude to a grand offensive against Germany. American journalist Knickerbocker cites diplomatic circles and Reynaud’s plan, interrupted by October’s collapse of colonial governors, with Britain poised to support a North Africa push and potential expansion into Syria if needed.

Fom Duntrarian London de Gaulle Dakar Germany H. R. Knickerbocker Daily Express Vakur Pelain Conv Mr. Knicker Jboeker M. Reynaud France Marshall Petain Reynaud Fomch Alsen Blaakval General de Gavliles Atvemistings Sapir Atlantic General de Gaulle Briain Mediterranean Tim Sauratone Generel le Gaulie Britain

7th Division Go Abroad

Melbourne report explains 7th Division reinforcements and possible redeployments as 8th Division troops move, with the ALF nucleus in England and the Middle East. Budget forecasts for 180 million pounds highlight War Cabinet plans to reorient policy and taxation to finance the war effort and the upcoming Budget.

Melbourne Aly Ali England Middle East Egypt Africa Sritiah AEF Inlal Wits Tte Polley Joan Sioney

Dakar Bombardment and Loot Report from Port City

The report details ongoing harbor bombardment as French and British ships clash near Dakar. In a separate city incident, a woman lost her life savings when a handbag containing cash and a cheque was left on a store counter, with another purse stolen during shopping. Authorities issued updates on the naval action and local thefts as the day progressed.

Ron Cather Bryce Southport Idal Cronk Wales Shanes

Germany's Role in Dakar Clash Reported

Fragmented wire service style report suggests Germany influenced actions around Dakar with a French standoff and threatened ship dispatch. Survivors describe chaos at a Gren hastle and limited access to refuge, as Vichy sentiment and German demands shape events. A German-controlled base and a German-occupied station near Qukar pine 1 pan are cited.

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Staff Completed for Inim Japan Staff Completed for Inim Japan

Inim Japan staff arrangements are outlined with references to the Tokyo mission and the Australian government. The plan includes a delegation and liaison with the Department of Commerce as well as officers from the mission.

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