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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
Dec 20, 1943
Page
3
Reported fierce counterattacks near Kiev have stalled, with both sides bluntly exchanging heavy blows. Allied observers note German forces pressing toward the city while Soviet defense stiffens, tension rising as artillery and infantry clashes continue into the day.
The German news agency reports Russian and Soviet forces trading heavy actions near Reval and Kirowerad. Descriptions include tank movements, German counterattacks with panzer forces, and Soviet advances along the front with artillery and air activity.
An obscure historical clipping notes an influenza outbreak affecting sailors and crews aboard ships tied to distant ports. The brief mentions routes through the Far East and Japan with references to medical concerns and containment efforts, highlighting the global reach of the epidemic in the era.
A Naples protest report claims Allied prohibition of joint political meetings violates the Moscow Italy terms. The protest, delivered December 18 at the Allied Occupation HQ, accuses Occupied Territory authorities of political manipulation and demands an apology or revised policy. It notes Naples faced the ban for being near the fighting line and cites aDessem ber date fragment from a revised document.
New York reports a wartime push titled Peace Now Movement led by George Manning of Harvard University urging a negotiated peace with the Axis. The plan seeks immediate end to hostilities, claiming long term security and an Allied invasion strategy. Congressmen largely condemn the effort as aiding the enemy.
United States defenses report Allied airfields near new theater show shielded bases amid wartime operations. Details are sparse but indicate strategic locations and ongoing air support in the sector.
The report details Japanese efforts to exploit a western route around Lake and near Changsha, aiming to shift supply lines along the Hankow Canton railway. Allied sources say Chinese and Japanese positions remain fluid with pockets of resistance as China fends off advances and secures midline transport links. Major-General Tseng says Japanese retreat persists, shrinking the southern Rice Bowl and leaving two pockets of resistance north and west of Linli.
Fragmentary report notes Roosevelt emphasizing wartime conferences. It suggests progress toward preventing broader conflicts and maintaining unity after the war, with concern over Middle East developments and ongoing efforts to coordinate Allied strategy.
U S President Roosevelt says Stalin met high expectations and that Allied leaders, including Churchill, should pursue closer ties. Reports describe German plots and Allied air losses while noting Chinese resistance and Japan’s failures. The Tehran conference is credited with shaping future relations and postwar peace hopes as Allied coordination strengthens.
Australian Associated Press reports from London on December 17 1947 1948 era talks detailing a new public welfare bill and a White Paper last July. The memorandum outlines practicable reforms and a public debate on birthright and age 18 compliance with proposed civic policy. The piece references parliamentary tests and the press lobby in coverage of government aims.
General Freyberg VC the New Zealand commander argued with Monty over river crossing plans. He reportedly resisted swimming the Sangro, promising to wait for a safer crossing as Montgomery warned him it was a military order. The clash occurred early morning amid Eighth Army operations.
December 13 report notes price changes in eggs with details on quality grades and wholesale margins. Professor Copland cites specific retail and wholesale pricing in Queensland and other regions, outlining maximum margins and conditions affecting consumer costs.
In Sydney and Canberra December 19 reports say major war production plants are idle after a lockout order under the National Security Act. Broken Hill Pty Co and related steelworks are directed to reopen by midnight tonight while workers at several plants are recalled. the dispute involves the South Wales Industrial Commission and union actions across the Commonwealth.
December 19 report states an extra amount of agar for home canning will be available from Monday via sugar coupon outlets. The change, tied to existing coupons, will cause limited supply and higher difficulty in obtaining the 20m of sugar. Senator Keanet acknowledged the measure and urged orderly distribution.
London dispatch cites AP that Berlin night air raids on December 19 left multiple ARP workers dead or injured and gutted several fires. Stockholm notes ammunition dumps hit and suburbs damaged as German rockets tested against British bombers.
Australian report notes Allied forces engage and sink two U boats in the Atlantic theater while protecting convoys, keeping sea lanes clear amid ongoing wartime patrols in the Atlantic.
New York reports December 18 on wartime radio antics and Japanese propaganda. Observers claim Tokyo controls broadcasts, with the Propaganda Board using British and American agents amid efforts to sway Allied public opinion.
London dispatch details Nazi crimes as German secret service operative Cant Langheld tortures and executes civilians. A Tuscan writer cites evidence of brutal killings, including the death of a young woman and infant, witnessed by a bystander as a mother and child were pulled from a body.
A World War II era report details alleged Nazi atrocities. Witnesses describe mass killings, torture, and punitive executions at Kharkov and nearby sites. Names such as Reinhard Retzlay and Wilhelm Laneheld appear in testimony about German police and secret services. The proceedings discuss victims including women and children and refer to German commanders and Russian involvement in the investigations.
Crisis passes in London as doctors report Churchill stable after illness. Daily Telegraph correspondent notes reduced pulse irregularity but overall improvement. Medical officials warn no exertion and normal duties postponed. Churchill remains in hospital with limited travel, awaiting further updates.
In tough terrain both the Fifty and Eighth armies advance against stiff resistance. New Zealanders and American units make gains as German counter attacks are repulsed, with San Pietro reportedly captured and Cassino area viewed as key. Allied air forces strike ports and Adriatic targets while French troops join action in Italy.
Australian official Sir Walter Layton told the Foreign Press Association postwar policy remains unsettled with many small nations sharing a hopeless line. He warned Australia must diversify and boost defence and industry while seeking British migrants, noting Britain cannot meet the influx and Australia must look abroad to sustain democracy in the southern hemisphere.
A wartime dispatch reports Chinese officials accusing Japan of widespread looting and mistreatment in Hunan Province and beyond. Chinese spokesmen quote Japanese forces as pressing terror campaigns against civilians, with descriptions of atrocities and harsh occupation measures across captured areas.
A poultry price revision announced in Canberra on December 12 by Professor Copland increases live weight and dressed meat prices slightly. Wholesale and dressed categories show small raised figures per pound with potential further adjustments later in the year based on market conditions.
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