Americans Press North Tunisian Advance From Mateur
Allied forces push from Mateur toward Tebourba and Teburba while Bizerta remains threatened. British American and French units advance along the coast and inland positions as Axis troops withdraw to Teburba amid growing Allied air and artillery pressure.
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Sedjetane
Mateur
Shecal
Bereecen
Ashoesot
Tunisia
Lay Ate
First
Berlin
General Sertorius
Algiers
London
Telegraph
Allied Headquarters
Bizerta
Tunis
Teburba
First Army
Medjez el Bab
Reuters
Lake Ashkel
Feryville
Jefma
Daily Mail
St Allied Headquarters
North Africa
Ulster Premier Vote Hints at Coalition Strain
In London on May 4, reports from the House of Commons describe tensions as Ulster leaders discuss a new premier and the possibility of terms with the government. The dialogue centers on term limits and leadership changes amid ongoing political friction.
Behind Mr Curtin in Perth reception praised by Coles
In Perth at a Returned Soldiers League reception for Prime Minister Curtin, Mr A W Coles declared he stood firmly behind Curtin. Coles, a returned WWI soldier and Independent for Henry, praised Curtin as devoted to the national cause and urged Australians to follow the path ahead.
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Perth
J. Curtin
Returned Soldiers’ League
A W Coles
Henry
Curtin
Coles
He Natv
Australi
Girls among dead in Triumph Explosive blast at Elkton
At least 25 killed and 72 to 100 injured in the Triumph Explosive Works explosion at Elkton Maryland. Most victims were girls, over 100 employed there. Two buildings were destroyed and three others damaged or on fire as fire brigades and doctors rushed to the scene.
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Triumph Explosive Works
Elkton
Maryland
Ickes Orders Six Day Week in Coal Mines
Interior Secretary Ickes orders a six day week for coal mining to raise selling prices and cover overtime costs. Mines not operating six days face new price ceiling cancellations while most mines already run six days. Some workers receive five days pay due to staggers. Coal movement resumes smoothly with no casualties.
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Washington
Secretary of the Interior
A. L. Ickes
Office of Price Administration
Ickes
United Press
New York “Sun
J. Lewis
U.S. Forces Drove In At Russell Islands
U S troops established positions on Russell Islands with no Japanese opposition reported. The operation unfolded with securing landing areas and fortifying advance lines as part of broader Pacific campaign action.
Occupation of Russell Islands Signals Wider Pacific Moves
US forces establish presence on Russell Islands after enemy resistance ends near Guadalcanal. Navy notes submarines sinking multiple Japanese ships and a May 26 surface action west of Attu with limited US damage and light casualties. Japanese ships may have tried to land at Kiska and Attu but did not reappear.
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Washington
Navy
United States
Bassell
Merth-Weet
Guadeleemer
Gendicamar
Russell Islands
Guadalcanal Bese
Bougainville
Truk
Nauru
Attu Island
Komandorski Island
Aleutians
Kiska
Attu
Kiske
Russians Renew MajorKuban Offensive Amid Fierce Air Attacks
Moscow and Berlin reports describe Russians converging in a two column thrust against Krymays, pressing German lines near Krymskaya and conducting heavy assaults with tanks. Moscow notes fierce Kuban fighting and air force support while Berlin cites German withdrawals to fortified positions after sustained attacks. Soviet bombers struck rail junctions at Gomel Minsk Orsha and Branek on May 1 and 7.
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Moscow
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Reuter
Krymskaya
Berlin
General Sertorius
Kuban
Novorossisk
Moscow Radio
Gomel
Minsk Orsha
Branek
U S envoy invites Stalin for Roosevelt talks on war
New York Times Washington correspondent reports Joseph Devise as Roosevelt's special representative carrying an invitation to Premier Stalin to meet the president to discuss war and postwar problems. White House confirmation uncertain but appointment appears definite. Talks likely cover a second front in Europe.
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New York Times
Washington
Joseph Devise
Moscow
Roosevelt
Stalin
White House
Europe
War Labour Board Orders Fund Finding Panel Action
The War Labour Board has resumed active jurisdiction in the miners dispute and has ordered the fund finding panel to proceed immediately with the contention. The dialogue mentions a 15 day truce with no promises or requests, and Mr. Ickes notes there is no way out if bypassing the board.
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Lewis
War Labour Board
Ickes
Loan Council to Meet in July in Canberra
Plans outline a July meeting of the Federal Loan Council to align the states borrowing programme for the next financial year and discuss broader public financial policy. A Premiers' Conference may occur alongside to address amendments to the Commonwealth Powers Bill and related delays.
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Federal Loan Council
Loan Council
Australis
Dr. Evert
Jeffries elected Mayor of Krockhampton
Alderman A Jeffries of the Civic Advancement Party won the Krockhampton mayoral race. He defeated G McBryde of the Lab by over 500 votes and the incumbent R Evens of the Householders' Association by over 700. Evens served seven years as mayor.
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Ald. A Jeffries
Civic Advancement Party
G. McBryde
Lab
R. Evens
Householders’ Association
Evens
Japan's Reserve Shortage Prompts Emergency War Measures
Kisinosuke Yamada, Mitsubishi official, warns Japan can hold only briefly with current stock as Britain and America outproduce. Cabinet Planning Board endorses broad emergency steps. Foreign Minister Shigemitsu meets French and Italian ambassadors, topic undisclosed.
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Mitsubishi War Plan
Japan
Britain
America
Cabinet
Mamoru Shigemitsu
Allied Bombers Hit Antwerp and Surrounding Targets
London reports heavy American bombers escorted by Allied fighters attacked Antwerp industrial targets yesterday afternoon. Bombers returned safely after clear weather over the target. Berlin claims American Fortresses and Spitfires engaged near Antwerp with losses on both sides. Mosquitoes hit The Hague electric station with no loss, and evening Ventura bombers struck Abbeville railway yards with three enemy fighters down and one Allied fighter missing.
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London
Antwerp
Berlin
Pruizeunig
Martinique Clash Over Vichy Policy Emphasized by Hull
In Washington May 5 the State Department chief Cordell Hull said a Martinique governor Admiral Robert’s protest showed an incomprehensible attitude. Hull noted U S aims to restore freedom to France and that naval judgment would guide any further action. An AP report said Admiral Robert rejected charges of German influence and accused the U S of driving Martinique into hunger.
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Martinique
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Hull
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France
Navy
Associated Press
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Vichy
America
Murshel Bewnn
Debate over empire power and Singapore base costs
The Daily Mail writer questions past decisions by Australia and New Zealand on naval power and Jellicoe's fleet proposal. It notes New Zealand gave £1,000,000 toward the Singapore base while Australia paid little, urging reflection to plan a stronger future.
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London
Daily Mail
Australia
New Zealand
Jellicoe
Concciiabn
United Nations
Singapore
Pay as You Go Levy Plans Move Through House
The House approves a "Pay as you go" income tax plan aiming to forgive about 75 percent of taxpayers' 1 million in liabilities. It would wipe out 1942 levies for nearly 90 percent of taxpayers while taxing the remaining wages and earnings at about 28 percent, reducing overall levies.
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Washington
House of Representatives
Maflen
Messare
Sai
Nor Wegian coast raid report and Atlantic attack note
A Valletta communique reports fighter bombers struck Larrpetisa Bembe igniting an agrodrome. Wavel Planes last night bombed and set ablaze a supply ship off the Tuniuao comet.
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Nor Wegian
Valletta
Dortmund Raids Intensify as 30 Bombers Missing
Air Ministry reports Bomber Command raids on Dortmund with good visibility and concentrated bombing. Dortmund, a steel and coal hub, faced civilian damage as British bombers dropped explosives and incendiaries. at least 16 aircraft were shot down. Thirty planes remain missing.
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London
Air Ministry
Bomber Command
Dortmund
Berlin
Germany
Press control tightens in North Africa under Giraud regime
British United Press dispatch from Algiers reports General Giraud’s civil authorities imposing strict press rules. Editors are told how to present Secretariat Information announcements with three column headings and front page prominence. Unclear if policy stems from Axis occupation or aims to prepare for the Tunisian campaign outcome.
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London
United Press
Algiers
Giraud
North Africa
Peak naval production reaches new highs in April
Navy officials report peak production of aircraft and ships with record April deliveries. Four‑figure combat plane output in April and a 30 percent rise in new vessels through April boost fleet strength. Submarine attacks up with added escort ships and air cover, while sinkings in April fell from March.
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Navy
Carlone F. Koos
Knox
Britains Old Cars Reused For War Material Salvage
Removal of spare parts from old vehicles will yield 20 000 tons of iron and steel 500 tons of casings 100 000 tyres for retreading 185 tons of rubber for reclaiming and 260 tons of textiles as salvage.
Losses in April in the Mediterranean naval war
Reuters naval correspondent reports Allied sea and air attacks in April sank or severely damaged 150 to 200 Axis ships. definite sinkings totaled 54 including a large cruiser three destroyers and two U boats. severely damaged include a heavy cruiser and a destroyer.
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London
Reulter
Mediterranean
Nazi Brutality in Poland Reported by Sikorski
Polish Premier in London reports Germany burned ten villages in Lublin district as reprisal for armed resistance. General Sikorski denounces brutality, pledges continued Polish resistance and demands fair treatment and redress from Allies amid ongoing Polish-Russian tensions.
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London
General Sikorski
Lublin
Reich
Sikorski
Poland
Roosevelt
Labour policy on socialisation of industry debated
Sydney May 5 Mr W M Hughes pressed the Labour Party for a clear answer on who speaks for the Government and what its policy is on socialisation of industry. He cited Ward’s remarks that if returned with majorities in both Houses the Government would implement its socialisation plan. Curtin’s response was noted but not repudiated. Hughes urged a plain answer on whether socialisation would be pursued.
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Sydney
Labour Party
W. M. Hughes
Hughes
Labour
J. Ward
Curtin
Ward
Liberator completes coast to coast Atlantic crossing record
An Air Ministry report states a fully laden Liberator flew the Atlantic from Newfoundland to Britain in 11 hours 12 minutes, shaving eight minutes off the previous record.
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London
Air Ministry
Atlantic
Newfoundland
Britain
Interviewing Single Women for War Jobs in Brisbane
The Queensland Assistant Manpower Deputy Director Mr EF Laws announced that interviewing of single women aged 21 to 25 in non essential Brisbane establishments will start next Monday. Those interviewed may take war jobs and those who refuse may be directed to other employment.
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Brisbane
Queensland
EF. Laws
Rest period dispute shuts Boeing plants
Australian Associated Press reports Boeing plants employing 7800 workers closed after employees demanded 10-minute rest breaks. The company regrets the stoppage while Federal authorities reportedly warned last week that plants would shut immediately if rests were enforced. Union representatives say workers planned short rest periods during eight hour shifts.
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Boeing
Wages for CCC Melbourne Denies Wage Increase Claim
An Allied Works Council official rejected a press claim that the AW C would agree to higher CCC wages. He said the issue is for the Arbitration Court and no statement to that effect is true.
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Melbourne
Allied Works Council
Aw.c
CCC
O'Mare
Arbitration Court
Queensland Labour Senators Named For Federal Elections
In Brisbane on May 5 the retiring Queensland Labour Senators Gordon Brown J Collings and B Courtice were chosen by plebiscite to stand again this year. Returning officer Mr Bryan released full totals Brown 2843 Courtice 2775 Collings 2555 Henderson 679 Jackson 62.
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Brisbane
Queensland
Gordon Brown
J. Collings
B. Courtice
Mr. & Bryan
Brown
Courtice
Collings
C. Henderson
F. Jackson
Prisoners and War Minister Comment Narrowly Clarified
Australian Associated Press reports the War Minister Sir James Rigg addressed confusion over wartime writs and opal news, stating authorities are reviewing the issue and ensuring proper procedures are followed.
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London
Sir James Rigg
Eye Tem gang dispute stalls wharf work on waterfronts
Tense labor stand off continues as six men per gang work in holds per Stevedering Industry Commission while 800 service men operate wharves. Shortage of 400 men for overseas ships, enough labor for inter state trade, but overseas vessels idle without soldiers.
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Sydney
Demand for canteens halts Brisbane waterfront work
Workers at Brisbane wharves stopped at 5 pm for hot meals protesting delayed canteen establishment by the Federal Government. A federation official said no return to 8 pm shifts. The Queensland Trades and Labour Council met to push Curtin and Ward to finalize canteen plans immediately for waterfront peace.
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Brisbane
Waterside Workers’ Federation
Federation
Queensand Trades and Labour Council
Messrs Curtin and Ward
Ghost Voice Claims US Capture in Tunisia News Broadcast
A Berlin overseas service broadcast reports a phantom voice accusing Americans of capturing Mateur during patrol activity in Tunisia. The announcer's report is interrupted as the radio abruptly cuts off near the end of the news.
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London
Mateur
Berlin
Tunisia
Increased Pensions Under Repatriation Act Amendment
Canberra reports a 29 percent rise tomorrow in pensions and allowances for soldiers and dependants due to the recent amendment to the Repatriation Act. The act’s main benefits were outlined by Repatriation Minister C. W. Froet in a broadcast.
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C. W. Froet
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