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Norwayonslaught uses mixed reports from front line
London dispatch summarizes Nordic battle scenes with British and Norwegian troops clashing with German forces in Northern Norway. The communique notes Norwegian retreat at Hidavold, German air activity including three forced landings, and Norwegian losses amid fierce five hour fighting at Bjoerfjell.
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Trog
Norway
Hidavold
Norwe
Molde
London
Stockholm
Germany
Bjoerfjell
Harsted
Hvnde
Bronde
Narvik
Gerhold Narvik
Weather data snapshot with multiple readings
The report lists barometer readings and temperatures at various times. It notes 30.16 inches at 9 PM, 90.08 inches at 3 PM, 48 degrees at 2 PM, 68 degrees later, a 24 hour maximum of 54.8 degrees by 9 AM, and a 59.0 degree maximum later in the day with 40.4 degrees at 3 PM, plus a wind velocity measure at the aerodrome.
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Maaiurn Ie Percon
Canaerodrome
Australian Parliament Opens Fifteenth Session in Canberra
His Bucsilency the Governor General Lord Gowrie opened the Fifteenth Parliament's second session in Canberra. Lady Gowrie attended with Miss Price. MP TW White served with air force duties. A member for Melbourne was escorted into the chamber amid cheers.
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Gene
Lord Gowrie
Cap L. &. Brecegirdie
G. F Hunt
Commonwealth of Australia
Canberra
Lady Gowrie
Missie Price
Can
TW White
Air Farcs
RAAF
House of Representatives
Rae
Nohdstan
Beng
Mermto
Opposithor
Bal- Lust
Awbyur
Canberra and Queanbeyan Pharmacy and Hotel Sale Dates
Roberts Pharmacy in Canberra opens Thursday May 2 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Walsh's Hotel in Queanbeyan holds an event Friday May 31 from 9 a.m. to 3.30 p.m. The listing appears to be a local timetable with addresses at 117 Pitt Street, Sydney.
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Canberra
Roberts Pharmacy
Queanbeyan
Walsh's
PITT
Sydney
Canberra Forecast: Cloudy Skies With Showers and Snow
Mainly cloudy conditions with scattered showers across Canberra. Alpine snow is expected with cool to cold temperatures. Fresh and squally southerly winds add a brisk touch to the day and night forecasts.
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Alps
What did the dictators discuss at Brenner Pass meeting
The March meeting between Hitler and Mussolini sparked speculation of a three power axis with Russia, though no pact has emerged. Analysts say the real purpose remained secret and that preparations for Denmark and Norway began, with Italy showing an anti British stance after Germany’s Norwegian success.
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T' World
Hitler
Mussolini
Brenner Pass
Italy
Russia
Germany
Denmark
Norway
Balkans
Scandinavia
Behine Eee
Motion for a World Armament Commonwealth
Senator Macartney Abbott proposes a Senate motion advocating global armament control to preserve peace. The plan would invite all nations to join a representative world armament commonwealth with irrevocable surrender of weapons and a global judiciary to enforce treaties.
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Senate
Macartney Abbott
Shipbuilding policy outlined by Mr Hughes urges support
Cabinet divisions over how far to push shipbuilding aid are noted in a Townsend report. Attorney General Hughes argues shipping incentives should be encouraged, noting continued sea losses in wartime and the industry fits Australia's geography and workforce.
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Govat
Ela
A. R. Townsend
Customs Department
Mr. Hughes
India
Fragmentary wartime plan outlines shared armament control
The text sketches a world where uncontrolled facilities are placed under a central body representing all nations. Armaments would be scrapped and policing power limited to a second or third rate power, aiming for peace through balanced oversight.
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Ila
Government weighs heavier penalties for illegal strikes
Government considers amending industrial laws to impose heavy fines on unions and individuals who breach arbitration court awards. Current penalties cover deregistration only. new laws may extend federal powers over noncompliant unions and could use wider authorities such as the National Security Act to act swiftly.
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House of Representatives
Holt
U.A P
J. Menzlen
American Defence Measures Expand Naval and Air Power
Washington reports that officials back a new 50 million dollar War Department request to fund air bases in Alaska and procure rifles and artillery. Admiral Stark urged increasing the House approved 66 million to 121 million for ships and submarines while noting Allied planes outperform German models yet battleships remain central.
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Washington
United Press
Europe
Senate
War Department
Hill
Anchorage
Alaska
Stark
Senate Naval Committee
Congress
House of Representatives
Pan
Navy Department
Senate Naval Affairs Committee
Germany
State Tax Cuts Promised to Ease War Burden
State Treasurer Richard son told the Newtown Chamber of Commerce that the government aims to reduce taxation to help citizens offset Commonwealth wartime levies. A bill to change unemployment relief and social service taxes was introduced, removing tax from those earning under six pounds weekly, effective May 1, with further salary tax reductions promised.
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Sydney
Richardson
Newtown Chamber of Commerce
Legiislative Assembly
Belgium tightens control on aliens and foreigners
Belgian authorities have arrested a number of aliens. The cabinet plans strict supervision of foreigners and military personnel who recently served in Belgium.
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Belgium
Narvik recaptured by Allies shifts Nordic strategic balance
The Narvik retaking by British forces marks a pivotal Allied landing in Norway. Narvik, a 7,000 population port on Ofot Fiord, offers deep water anchorage and potential as a naval base for operations and Swedish ore supply routes, enhancing coordination among British and French forces across services.
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Narvik
Norway
Scandinavia
Gallivare
Narvik Port Key To Ore Exports In War Effort
The port Narvik dominates ore shipments, with Lulea a weaker alternative. Controlling Narvik prevents ore export to Germany via that route, giving the Allies leverage over German supply lines. Allied pressure risks Germany’s economic strain and potential strategic overreach.
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Sweden
Grandenberg
Stockholm
Gallivare
Narvik
Germany
RAF successes in Norway and Sweden’s tense position
The article notes heavy RAF strikes on Stavanger and Bergen shipping, despite long distances from bases. It discusses Germany’s advantageous position for Scandinavian action, Sweden's precarious stance, and the threat from Baltic and Kattegat routes, with Allied naval and air actions influencing potential moves.
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Scandinavia
Royal Air Force
Stavanger
Bergen
Nazis Dilemma Weighs Sweden Move for Norway Reinforcements
The Germana may conclude that it is wisest to incur the danger of extending the war in Sweden to ensure reinforcements and supplies reach their army in Norway. A German army planted in Southern Sweden or on the eastern coast could use this position.
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Scotland
Stavanger
Jutland
Denmark
Norway
Skagerrak
North Sea
Royal Air Force
Sweden
Nazi Plot Unearthed in Mexico
Mexico City reports uncover a Nazi Soviet bloc plot involving several agents and Communist operatives aiming to foment revolution and divert the United States from wartime efforts. Mexican troops guard frontiers and American fishing craft are halted to curb arms smuggling.
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Mexico City
Wee
Gestapo Iu
Omg
Ameri
United States
Australians and Americans look to a joint Pacific axis
In Harp I s a article Mr C Hartley Grattan argues Washington backs Australia to align with American Pacific policy. He outlines three Australian aims: defend Pacific waters, block Asiatic influence, and trade with China and Japan. A united Australia New Zealand would coordinate with the United States to curb Japan and support Philippines security.
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New York
C. Hartley Grattan
Washington
Menzies
America
Pacific Basin
United States
Britain
Australia
New Zealand
Pacific
China
Japan
Sassat
Indies
Philippines
Release of Romanian Guards and Arrests Abroad
Reports from Bucharest and Paris note more members of the Romanian Guard released while communists are arrested. In Paris fifty eight, including the former editor of Humanita, are detained as protestors’ printing equipment is seized for radio station construction.
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Bucharest
Rumania
Ie Guard
Piel
Paris
Humanita
Premei
More American Planes for ACA Ordered by Allies
The New York Times reports Allied Purchasing likely will order more American planes from the ACA manufacturer. The article notes latent design aspects and that men have secured some quantity from the United States so far.
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New York
New York Times
Allied
Berg
Aoe
United
Fragmentary OCR Brief on Government Policy Meeting
Readable text shows a fragmented note about a government commerce policy meeting. Mentions Governor G and a request to satisfy the closest policy. No clear outcomes or dates available.
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