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Rhodesia Trade Channel Opens For Australian Tobacco
The Australian Southern Rhodesian trade agreement begins today with tobacco a central import. About 4,000,000 pounds of high quality leaf from Southern Rhodesia will be auctioned starting April 16. Minister Harrison says the preference for Rhodesian leaf won’t harm Australian growers and will aid marketing of Australian goods in Southern Rhodesia.
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Wall Street Jittery Over War Developments
The New York stock market fell sharply amid balkans war developments with U S and some Australian stocks dipping slightly. Wheat eased at Chicago as prices slipped. Wool declined in a weak greasy wool area while overall trading remained active and ready to rally if war news improves.
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Governor and companions arrive at Government House Cat-lerra
His Excellency the Governor of Victoria and Lady Dugan with Lieutenant-Colonel E J de C Boys have arrived at Government House Cat-lerra for official duties.
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Weather details for Canberra from a Wednesday report
The Canberra weather summary lists barometer readings, temperature ranges, and wind details. It notes a 3 pm temperature of 70 degrees and a maximum of 70.0 degrees, with wind at noon from the NNW at 6 mph.
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German Pressure in the Balkans Gains Early Ground
The article reports German advances in the Balkans with Greek and Yugoslav forces pushed back at key points. It notes Salonika evacuation considerations, potential impacts on allied lines, and warns that while not decisive, the first phase favors German tactics. British strategy and Australian mobilization are urged as the war widens.
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Australia
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War fund totals and naval incident reported
The Treasury disclosed 597.104 in loans and 677,697 in gifts to the Commonwealth War Fund with 8507 pounds noted as paid that week. In Norfolk Virginia a naval flying boat patrol with 10 officers and men was destroyed off the southeastern shores with no survivors reported.
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Massawa Taken by British Forces Reported
London reported Massawa captured by British forces on the Red Sea coast, ending Italian stronghold operations. The announcement noted Massawa’s strategic Red Sea position and the final loss of the Italian foothold.
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London
Critrea
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RAF Harass Enemy Advance in Libya
The Luftwaffe and KLALA.F. in Cyrenaica achieved striking success last week, with bombers raiding aerodromes and aiding by fighters. Reports say one day saw four enemy warplanes destroyed and other raids targeted troop concentrations north of the town, while aircraft from the South African Air Force provided support. Fighter escorts destroyed two enemy aircraft and damaged airfields near Komuulcha.
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Canberra Trades and Labour Council Deliberations Move to Aid Wives and Workers
The Canberra Trades and Labour Council discussed easing rental for wives of service members, urged lower rents under public service norms, and considered temporary and permanent building plans. A school bus for Griffith and a petition from Lin residents were reviewed, with further talks promised with the Transport Department.
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Night Blitz Attacks England Across Regions
London reports a heavy night raid with incendiaries dropped on the West Midlands and coastal towns. Casualties include a bomber shot down near Hertfordshire and two killed. others to hospital. Fighter actions and multiple alerts accompany the extensive aerial assault across England and the Channel.
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Change in Control of Japan's Navy Prompts Appointment
Tokyo reports General Asam Nagano, a Supreme War Council member, named Chief of the Naval Staff Board by the Naval Ministry this afternoon. The move signals trust in Nagano as a key naval strategist amid Japan's military leadership.
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Britain Ready II Balloon Goes Up in Far East
Singapore reports Vice-Admiral Sir Geoffrey Layton pledges rapid naval reinforcements if war expands in the Pacific. He notes no current US reinforcements but warns emergency needs could bring strong, timely support and a full battle fleet could reach Singapore within two months.
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Geoffrey Layton
China Station
United States
Hongkong
Australia to answer challenge over Balkans and Libya
Sydney reports that acting Prime Minister Mr Fadden told War Cabinet the Commonwealth is fully informed of AIF deployments in the Balkans and Libya. He said news of strategic moves cannot be disclosed, and warned the fight ahead is harder than expected. Government plans greater production of munitions and concentrates on trained troops, balancing overseas demands with home defence.
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Mr Fadden
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Mr. Spender
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Call for Recruits A.LF Sydney Appeals for Men
An emergency call for volunteers to join the A.LF in Sydney is broadcast by the Miltiater for the Army. The appeal targets 10,000 enlistments per month and notes all volunteers aged 18 to 40 not in reserved sections can be absorbed. Approved aliens and men from other military forces may also be welcomed where possible.
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German Drive Threatens Salonika From Struma Valley
German forces push toward Strumita near the Struma River as the Vardar corridor opens to a risked approach on Salonika. Yugoslav and Greek lines show strain with a 10 mile retreat creating a critical gap, while Greek left falters and German armor could capitalize.
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Matsuoka seeks Russo-Japanese pact amid Moscow talks
Japanese Foreign Minister Matsuoka urges rapid talks with Soviet Premier Molotov during a extended Moscow visit. Reports say Japan may press for a limited treaty while Russia resists broad commitments, focusing on oil and corn deposits on Saghalien, fisheries rights, and tensions in the Far East.
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