15 Mar 1945
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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
Mar 15, 1945
Page
1
Moscow dispatches report fierce clashes on both northern and southern flanks with an uneasy lull in the Oder sector opposite Berlin. Rokossovsky’s forces push toward the coast as tanks break through, while German efforts to counterpose and sever pockets strain under chaotic conditions.
German and Allied forces clash across Danube approaches and near Berlin as strategic moves unfold. Reports describe German command planning to liquidate the eastern flank while Berlin defenses stiffen under bombardment and counterattacks. The situation centers on German positions along the Danube, Stettin, and the Berlin front with heavy fighting and reported casualties.
A fragmented report details a raid in Osaka and related actions around farming towns. Names and places are partially readable, with discussions of relief measures and security incidents observed in the text. The piece references individuals and organizations involved, though specifics are obscured by OCR issues.
Fragmented OCR text notes undelivered mail tied to cattle casualties and transfers. References Pacific base delays and a rain event affecting mail routing. Several mangled names appear, with partial mentions of individuals and places, but the exact facts remain obscured.
A Washington dispatch reports the Democratic majority in the House considering altered lend lease terms. The news notes pressure from Republicans for a broader reconstruction relief and mentions potential air raid administration roles, with references to government officials and secret meetings.
Washington reports the upcoming Security Conference may stretch weeks with San Francisco chosen as the meeting site for accessibility to Australia New Zealand Russia China and many South American nations. US Secretary of State to study domestic and political significance while delegates aim to work as a unified team. The United Press notes a potential invitation for King to chair the San Francisco event and proposals to replace mandates with international trusteeships possibly expanding to other areas after the new world body forms.
Hillcom B29 Super Fortresses bombed Kakuis aircraft factor s one of Japan’s largest. A third attack through heavy overcast aimed at the Nagosa area damaged a Nippon engine plant and surrounding facilities. Photos from the War Department show bombs hitting multiple targets, with fires at a power plant and a shipyard adjacent structure.
The White Paper outlines a three-corporation model for civil aviation to handle future expansion. It envisions land and transport interests partnering with air operators, with BOAC and related bodies forming a managed system. Governments will appoint directors, supervise policy, and provide temporary support on routes needing service.
British forces foresee victory as operations continue in the west and east. The article notes American and British troops now near parity then explains plans for releases and civilian tie downs, with talk of reduced overseas service and three year terms. It mentions Montgomery and tanks Churchill and Cromwell and signals advancing operations along the Moselle.
March 14 dispatch from Mandalay reports Gurkhas routing Japanese along secret trails and capturing Maymyo, the governor’s summer seat. Night raids seized 34 motor transports and nine sail diesels as defenders retreat, with pockets of up to 100 Japanese resisting near Maymyo. Southeast Asia command notes progress around Maymyo, Fort Dufferin, and the Gilbed area east of the Gadara hills, while cutting the Mandalay Lashio road and ambushing enemy convoys.
A wartime era discussion stresses civil aviation’s future role under a planned British state system. Leaders praise a strong transport framework, while opposition cites independence of airways and continued wartime constraints. Industry partners pledge cooperation to sustain British air transport after 1947 amid global shortages and shifting competition.
Allied forces push deeper into the Remagen area as First and Third Armies drive into new positions on the Rhine front. Reports describe pontoon bridge operations, heavy enemy bombing, and repeated German counterattacks near Remagen while Canadian and British units brace for further river crossings.
A damaged report from Wellington notes a man revived after heart massage during hospital care after a nighttime illness. The event highlights emergency procedures and hospital response, with details partially unreadable in the OCR.
Fragmented wartime report details antiaircraft exchanges and advances along a wide front. Forces crossed rivers near the Mowelle and Auwer, repulsed counterattacks, and secured several positions including Linz area, extending toward Coschem and Winnie as the Allies push to Saarbruecken with dozens of prisoners reported on March 18.
Unclear fragments describe Liberals blaming Communist attackers for assaults and disruptions in Italy. The piece notes Liberals and fascist groups interacting amid rising tensions, with references to protection orders and accusations of violence.
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