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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
Nov 20, 1943
Page
5
The readable fragments show a legal or civic notice with names and dates unclear. The text hints at a court or public matter involving individuals and an event or deadline, but specifics are damaged and uncertain.
Australian Associated Press reports that Ukrainian forces break enemy resistance and capture key rail center Korosten and surrounding positions. Rapid assault over three days secures railway hub, with German lines threatened near Orel region. neutral powers note shifting front as large scale ground battle unfolds.
Reuters Moscow correspondent reports ongoing front activity with German forces pressing on southern Gomel and Gomel area while Soviet troops break through toward Ryechitsa and the Dnieper bend. Notable claims include German advances near Gomel, Soviet counterattacks, and rail lines pivotal to strategic movements.
Medical testers in London report examining a substance named Patulla as a potential cure for severe cold cases. Reportedly used for cancer therapies earlier, its claimed effects include temporary improvement followed by complete recovery uncertain until further studies link it to a credible value.
London reports that fifth heavy bomber raids struck German targets including Berlin and Ludwigshafen last night. Dispatch notes simultaneous attacks by bomber forces, with Allied air crews claiming success amid heavy anti aircraft fire and fighter escort.
The article reports on a church reunion featuring Dr Wand and an enthronement service. A former archbishop of Besibane calls for closer ties between Britain and the Dominions, urging unity among Anglican sections and urging continued contact across the church.
A Northern dispatch reports on Allied strength in the Pacific, noting perceived weaknesses. The piece cites Tarenti’s claims of two panic flights in seven weeks and questions deliberate publicity campaigns by London and Washington.
Analysis notes that U S military command in the Pacific shows tension between central authority and field leadership. General MacArthur’s reach appears constrained to limited campaigns while vast American forces guard distant posts. The piece questions strategic flexibility as Washington signals differing aims from the front.
London November 19 A Pacific campaign plan calls for more aircraft beyond Europe and America. Lord Gtrabolg warns Germany's position worsens and Japan must be defeated with immense long range planes and coordinated land and sea forces to strike island fortresses and the Japanese archipelago. The air war is essential to weaken Japan and shift the war’s balance.
November 17 report shows Ward Abel delivering remarks on transport and air services. Discussion touches on Curtin's statement and Labour and other ministers. The piece notes need for ministerial duties revaluation and calls for alignment with the Transport Department and government team.
A fragmentary wartime dispatch recounts the chaotic naval actions around Leros Island. British destroyers, motor torpedo boats, and landing craft clash with German forces. heavy bombardment, dusk retreat, and a successful but costly evacuation of supplies and troops are described amid losses and cautious claims of strategic impact.
Government officials warn of insufficient supply and demand checks for the forthcoming season. The agriculture minister and vegetable coordinator stress stability amid concerns about fruit and vegetable guarantees, noting public trust and regulatory oversight.
A New York report sketches postwar turmoil as fascist archives burn and Germany seizes sensitive papers. It covers leaders urging international cooperation, a Moscow declaration on sovereign equality, and calls for a stable world order under law. The piece emphasizes U.S. role, enduring security, and the need for coordinated action among nations.
A protest against Mosley's release gathers support from factory workers and trade unionists. Petitioners urge the Home Office to refuse clemency, citing reputational harm and solidarity with global democracy. Large protests and telegraph replies from provincial leaders accompany the action.
General Catroux meets Lebanese and foreign officials in Beirut to ease crises. He outlines France and Lebanon principles while Lebanese leaders demand no talks until demonstrable stability. Catroux awaits replies from Britain and Briveis as London reserves comment.
The Financial Secretary in The Treasury Mr M Amheian tells the Maltora Union of Manufacturers that exports must be pursued to offset the deteriorating balance of trade. He notes domestic factors weaken imports and suggests focusing efforts on boosting export trade to restore economic standards.
An unreliable report describes Allied forces including Anewranas Aum Uninet and Chaser Koope advancing from Assam toward Reema. It claims heavy operations along Taraung and Chindwte rivers with villagers displaced and lines driven from several positions as part of a broader war effort to shift production toward wartime goods while stressing import reliance and the need for a larger export trade to sustain living standards.
Sir Petrce Hannon condemned the lack of a definite policy from Britain while praising American planning for future trails and rapid progress. He warned of the United States and British Commonwealth must collaborate to regain world standing and ensure two-way trade in a shared reconstruction effort.
London wires quote a cautious Moscow read on the conference with indications that a new war stance may unfold. Allies could press to declare on France and Spain as German pressure grows. Bulgaria faces punishment for cooperation with the Reich while Spain’s volunteer aid seen as a hostile stance.
Fragmentary wartime dispatches describe Japanese counter-attacks repulsed northeast of Yochaw and the Salween front. Burma and Chinese forces reportedly pressed the line, inflicting heavy attrition with many enemy troops drowned or killed, amid intense engagements near strategic crossings.
Fragmentary column notes an event in November with several unreadable names and a focus on local figures and venues. The text mentions ranches and gatherings but fails to provide clear dates or outcomes, leaving the principal actors and specifics obscured.
War dispatch reports increased Allied activity near the Sangro River bend with British forces shelling German river traffic and artillery duels. Advances by the Eighth Army gain in a difficult front while German forces reposition, with about 80 divisions tied down in the Mediterranean theatre and new reinforcements reported on the Stalin front.
A wartime briefing notes that the 65th regiment, with limited strength and obsolete small arms, faces disadvantage in Crete and Rhodes. Prisoners claim re-service pool reshaped units, while Allied air recon and naval strikes disrupt Axis supply lines and transport targets in the Aegean.
Report from Daily Telegraph notes Bengal’s food shortage improves as authorities plan for three months of supplies to distressed areas. Army convoys, food trucks, and military distributions bolster interior regions, with a growing convoy fleet bringing hope to millions. observers cite the Viceroy’s policies and wartime disruptions as ongoing factors shaping relief efforts.
November 10 in London a reception honored Field Marshal Smuts, hosted by the Royal Empire Society to celebrate his appointment in the governor-general position of Australia. The Duke of Gloucester praised his wisdom and leadership while the Duke and Duchess of Gloucester attended and offered best wishes for his future in Australasia.
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