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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
Sep 23, 1939
Page
13
A report discusses the British war budget amid European conflict. It cites Airley and Shearer as sources, notes Poland’s sufferings and heroism, and describes German and Russian actions. It mentions Hitler’s pretenses, arranged plans for dismemberment, and French actions against aggression.
Fragmentary note from G MEW OF CIVILISATION in New York describing a church lead opinion at a ColIery Magazine event. Mentions Seuree Nas Baer Grand Atcamtige and references to meetings, participants, and power lines.
Fragmentary OCR reads mention of food supply hopes, dates in September, and references to Washington, France, and Germany. The text is garbled with many misspellings and illegible segments, but hints at supply issues, deadlines in December, and potential impacts on shipments. No clear event or person names are recoverable.
London dispatch reports a British initiative aiding Poland as war escalates. The note stresses urgent government action and continued support despite mounting casualties and political strain.
Fragmented OCR reads like a deadlock over anti British slogans in Rome with mentions of individuals Leslie and Fatty, plus unclear references to Gustro and Bie Mou. The garbled text hints at a political or social purge of hostile messaging in the Italian capital.
Fragmentary text references peace acceptance and unidentified names, dates, and places, with unclear wording and possible misspellings. The readable portion hints at a formal statement or event but lacks coherent facts to specify persons, organizations, or outcomes.
A garbled OCR fragment mentions Kattegat and a sequence of unclear terms. It references trees, a snake, a teet, and a day with odd spellings suggesting a damaged locality notice or caption. No clear event, date, or identifiable entities beyond Kattegat appears.
Fragmented text reports a political figure, Wazir, denying revolt and alleged plots. The piece mentions Tory, feruis, and pension themes, with unclear references to a government chamber and lower house. The readability is severely compromised, leaving key details uncertain.
Nonsensical OCR text fragment with scattered phrases and partial names. The readable bits hint at a concert or school event with scattered references to people and places but no coherent narrative or verifiable facts.
A September 21 explosion and fire at Bonn injured several people and caused significant damage. Reports indicate rescue teams recovered victims and authorities investigated the incident as a potential accident or attack.
A dated European dispatch notes German air superiority claims and naval and air force movements. It cites Polish readiness and German plans to mobilize forces, with emphasis on air power and potential timber supplies for war production.
Oslo reports that whaling activities will persist with plans set for September first. Officials confirm ongoing operations and adherence to regulatory frameworks amid maritime industry discussions.
Stockholm September 21 reports that discussions will focus on shipping and related interests with London authorities. The article notes negotiations involve government figures and potential regulatory adjustments shaping future maritime commerce and international ties.
A distorted report claims Goebbels alive and discusses German plans and wartime actions. The text references a Zurich report and mentions a German official possibly connected to a battle narrative, with unclear details and multiple garbled names.
A fragmented report notes a planned visit by Hitler to the front, with Paris dated September and Amsterdam references. The text hints at a high-level inspection by German leadership of frontline operations and signaling a potential tightening of wartime directives amid ongoing conflict.
A patrol sighting leads to a dramatic rescue at sea as a crew member dies aboard the vessel. Fourteen men, some in desperate condition, are saved, while the rest of the crew address the dangerous situation and await further action.
A report from September recounts an Estonian returned passenger and a naval officer aboard a vessel near Tallinn. It notes a man named Rupert Goash from Borsingsam being cited by the Admiralty and mentions a December date tied to a loss story.
A Ministry of Information communiqué denies German accusations and notes that by September 20 about 200 neutral ships were detained, with 80 released almost immediately. Among those remaining, certain ships including Catkues were held, the vessels proceeding thereafter.
London dispatch from The Times reports German sources say the remaining Polish Southern Army surrendered after fierce fighting, praised as a heroic episode of the German army. Germans claim hundreds of thousands of Polish prisoners and ongoing battles at Warsaw Modlin Lemberg Gora and the Hel Peninsula as Soviet pressure and German moves shape the war in Eastern Europe.
London dispatch notes the Soviet plan to deploy about 8000 actors and musicians from Moscow to occupied territories. Three groups have already left and 23 more are slated to depart, forming propaganda style shows and concerts in the region to bolster influence.
The Genser Hugh Command reports a battle result near the Viet Hoag area with Polish divisions and parts engaged. Additional divisions and three cavalry brigades are noted in the south, including the commander in chief of the Southern Polish forces. Reports claim 40,000 campaigners received a conferred honor within a week.
Warsaw radio reports Polish cavalry brigades broke the German siege and entered the city to reinforce defenders. Planes bombed targets as the capital remains under strain. Soviet authorities deny Romanian occupation claims and assert the Republic’s government remains intact with President Mosreki and Colonel Berk leading officials.
Allied and German forces clash in local engagements as British and French aircraft flybombardment missions near Saarbrucken and Endbruch, with patrols along a 100 mile line from Luxembourg. The night and weather limit activity but air and artillery exchanges continue along the front.
In December 21 reports, the mobilisation of SH KK reserves has been completed and they have been added to the 100,000 regulars who are ready for acting.
The Ministry of Information states that British troops are in good shape and healthy. War Minister Belisha returns to London after meetings with Viscount Gort, Marshal Gamelin, and others, amid cautious wartime updates.
The Cairns private information from Selbourne suggests the first war loan may be at any time, possibly up to £25,000,000 at four percent with an eight percent discount. The piece reviews past wartime loan totals, notes tax implications, and discusses how loan terms could affect defense funding, inflation, and employment, with reference to Curtin's plea for supplementary financing and the federal budget context.
Australia shows robust banking strength and rising production across wheat, sugar, wool, cattle, and dairy as 1929 outputs climb. Bank shares yield declines may push prices down, while stocks, bonds, and pastoral shares rise amid cautious optimism about British purchasing and internal capitalization.
Rumors of M. Calinescu's assassination spark excitement and concern in Italy and Romania. German plans and internal upheaval are speculated, with fears of unstable outcomes and possible regional influence. The source notes uncertainty and relies on overheard information about any imminent acts.
Prince Leopold sends a letter to The Times revealing a corrected translation about a mysterious weapon. He notes prior translations misrepresented the phrase as one about being attacked, when the accurate version refers to “the weapon against which there is no defence.”
Moscow dispatch Sept 21 says reliable reports flag a German Soviet agreement to reward certain Polish operations. The note cites the German military mission departing on September 2 and mentions cooperation shaping actions by troops in Poland.
The Labour Party requests a deputation be received by the Board of Trade on First National Flag Day October 1 to discuss the ceding of the Ministry of Shipping.
The Innisfail Chamber of Commerce and civic cadets debated buying 23 panoramic shire views at $22, then three copies each. Council was urged to fund a pamphlet and keep visitors longer, with Parkesย Commission to decide which views to take.
New York dispatch describes Allies reconsidering plans to storm the Wear Front. Officials discuss a enveloping advance with aerial and artillery support. Reports note German and Belgian sources on shifting positions as rumors of a major operation circulate.
Canberra reports a reintroduced oil tariff item amid Budget debate. Minister Tatwaun tables a proposal to restore petroleum and fuel oil duties at Budget rates, excluding heavy fuel oil, with operation set from September 9 and implications tied to the original budget proposal.
The Irvine churches schedule morning worship at 11 o'clock with a junior choir anthem and evening service featuring Stainer's Crucifixion read by the senior choir, at Auilew's teaiorruw Morning.
The usual Bundor meetings will be held at 11 a.m. a Holiness session and at 1 p.m. a children’s meeting. A memorial service for the late Bro. G Young will be held at 3 p.m. The relatives and friends are invited.
A church program in Australia features Mr Mamplon guiding the Scripture Com portace Adabeiation as prigaber of Tomorrow morning. The junior chair will lead a 7 30 pan vervive on the subject The Gate of Weaven. Senior choir to sing anthems and Mrs Exzard of Melbourne to assist. Junior Endeavour meets at 9 30 am. Sundar School at 3 pm. Corace Meeting set for Merrawa Friday night at 8 o'clock.
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