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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
Jun 17, 1943
Page
5
Report from London notes a major RAF attack on Oberhausen with 300 men, targeting key industries. The raid, described as a significant strike, also mentions factories at Babmek, Wilcox, and other transport sites, reflecting wartime industrial disruption.
War Department bulletins detail increasing air strength and raids over Germany, noting Allied bombers attacking Bremen Kiel and Cuxhaven and claiming limited German air opposition with significant damage to military targets.
June 18 reports indicate in the United States a major coal labor stalemate. The dispute centers on the War Labour Board and the split between workers and producers. Further details describe the collapse of four agreements affecting production and industry relations.
Survivors recount wreckage ordeal as vessel en route from West Africa is torpedoed. Air force chief Brimoe task force coordinates rescue. one woman found unconscious and transported to safety with other crew members.
At the London Labour Party conference Mr Artis Greemesod was elected secretary and joined the National Executive. Leon loses is elected to the same body, with details of the session outlined.
Fragmentary notes describe German bombing raids on a seaside town. The account mentions bombs with delayed fuzes causing casualties and damage as attackers forced entry to a building, with one worker killed and another injured.
Fragmentary wartime report from London notes civilian suffering as Australian forces describe life on the eastern front in north west Germany. The text emphasizes the proximity of danger to civilians and mentions disrupted daily life and fear for children amid ongoing bombardment and military activity.
A condensed foreign dispatch reports Prime Minister Curtin expressing optimism that the enemy cannot evade Australia. The telegram notes subtler and stronger tones of triumph, mentioning hopeful wartime sentiment and Australia’s resolve amidst ongoing conflict.
A Washington report for the Associated Press notes President Roosevelt, amid wage and defense concerns, weighing responses to labor stoppages and interruptions. The piece discusses factory shutdowns and potential actions while referencing Allied tensions and policy stance as of June.
A fragmented report notes Italian forces showing limited resistance amid wartime actions. It describes bombings, civilian harm, and scattered tactical outcomes while highlighting casualties and retaliatory measures affecting civilians and fighters alike.
Fragmentary London dispatch reports coordinated raids on railway junctions with bombs and cannon fire. The blasts damaged factories and power facilities, with casualties noted at two factories and a power station while attackers attempted strikes at multiple junctions.
A reported policy shift on price controls prompts questions about intent and impact. Officials discuss mechanisms to curb inflation while balancing supply and consumer access.
Fragmentary note outlines General de Gaulle's reform plan amid factions. Text mentions Giraud and unresolved issues in shaping the policy and the future of the French leadership during a period of disagreement.
Berlin reports claim Germany accepts Russia as a hard target and shifts to arms policy with local manipulation. sources say Germany seeks to weaken Allied morale and paralyze French leadership through influence operations in Algiers and Moscow.
A garbled report references Captain von Schramm and Bevin comments as Allied forces, including General de Gaulle and General de Gaulle, adjust war objectives in Europe. It notes delays, a need to await actions, and shifts in French defence leadership amid public opinion reactions.
British dispatch from London June 13 notes Gurkha officer Sipeder Lalbabadur Thapa awarded Victoria Cross for valor during a night attack near Zuni in southern Tunisia on April 5 1948. The report details his company’s actions including holding a narrow cleft under heavy fire and neutralizing enemy positions to secure the bridgehead.
United Nations Day marked by remortable celebrations across the globe including Chungking, Australia, America, the Middle East, Pacific islands, West Indies and West Africa. In Chungking Marshal Chiang Kai-shek addressed messages to President Roosevelt and Prime Minister Churchill amid the observances.
Limited OCR reads indicate Australian Associated Press dispatch from Ottawa dated March describing Kal-shee Lo Otea wa incident. Text mentions sources and Chiang Kal-shek Rasserivet details unclear.
A Calcutta report from late May describes Japanese shock troops sustaining about 300 casualties in a six day battle to seize a British hill position in the Chin Hills near Bale. Fierce hand to hand fighting with Gurkha units halted the assault and forced a withdrawal to hold the hills.
The report describes a sequence of pacts shaping Turkish policy to avert war. It notes the Peoples Party and Father figures forging friendships, easing threats, and leading to signs of stability. An agreement with a neighboring power is cited as shielding from danger.
Washington reports gradual expansion of submarine forces with monthly gains in the Pacific. Col. Knox says American naval crews are improving as they train, while officials caution readiness and timing for future operations remain critical.
In a briefing from UNGRING on June 13, Ching's statements were weighed as a critical interchange. The South-west sector faces questions and a rising number of new signals, with the roads and stations noted as pivotal points.
Australian Associated Press reports in London that German compulsory labour in Holland yielded only 80 volunteers. Underground groups warn against the German tactic of reopening cinemas and cafes to lure resisters. Radio broadcasts warn of June 16 checks on Dutch men who disappeared, with reprisals such as executions of foremen and hostage threats amid resumed Unilever work and May strikes aftermath.
The aeroplane Comet, winner of the Melbourne air race in 1904, lies derelict in a grain field near Gravesend. The engine is eaten away with rust and its frame warped, with camouflage netting the only protection against weather.
After a War Council meeting today Minister for the Army M M Forde said matters discussed included security and defense policy as the cabinet reviews ongoing military affairs.
In Brisbane the crash of an RAAF transport plane after takeoff from Brisbane Aerodrome killed 22. Sergeant Nichol testified engines failed after liftoff and improper pre flight checks were alleged in the inquiry.
A crash investigation recounts ground officers receiving briefings about a Gull plane wreck near a timbered area. Witnesses describe rescue actions, engine damage, and attempts to determine cause while noting fog, darkness, and limited visibility.
In London on June 16 1954 the Labour Party National Executive rejected associating with the Communist Party after considering communique from the Communist International and following motions from the Mineworkers Federation. The decision upheld Labour Conference stance and kept a ban on alignment with the Communists despite calls for affiliation.
About five thousand Quebec shipyard workers voted against striking, while employers warn of possible closings and injuries. Union claims employers were notified of the vote and prepared offers, with government hints of takeover if work slows. In Canada, 12,000 workers faced wage disputes across Ontario and Quebec, with 1,700 in Gaspé and 18,001 elsewhere not striking.
Fragmented OCR outlines a German air raid on Maikop with bombers and Russian resistance. It references Soviet counteractions, Lenin era context, and mentions Berlin fronts while noting aerial sorties and planned offensives.
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