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Bomb Attacks Hit Coastal Towns with Civilian Casualties
German bombing raids struck southern coastal areas on Wednesday, causing civilian deaths and damage to ships and property. One bomber was shot down, and crew members were taken prisoner after the assault near the harbor.
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Meat Contract Triumph Draws Australian Hype
A Tuesday report describes the Australian meat contract as a triumph for the vigorous effort by Mr. Menzies and Mr. Bruce. The order, backed by the Australian Association, aims to lift quotas and shipping cargoes amid earlier high freight challenges and potential further reductions.
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War secrecy and troops in Greece noted in wartime report
The article discusses the need for a full explanation to the Australian people about pesos and welfare of troops in Greece. It asserts troops are sufficient and properly armed, despite equipment shortages, and calls for clarity from authorities on wartime support.
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Germans bomb own prisoners at Haifa harbor
German reports say five wounded German prisoners aboard a British hospital ship in Haifa were attacked as they were embarked from Libyan harbor. A captured German airman claimed orders to attack anything found. harbour defences shot down all approaching craft.
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Governor Visited GM Facility With Brigadier T
Governor Mia Vide-Reoat accompanied by Brigadier T inspected No 4 of Technical yesterday and later viewed General Motors operations in Chaldena Wood-Anmena area.
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Canberra Forecast and Vindication Verse
A brief forecast notes fine weather with isolated showers and variable winds. The fragment echoes a political couplet urging resistance to wrongs and a future with hope, referencing national effort and collective improvement.
Anzac Day Echoes in Thermopylae Standoff Message
A Canberra Times reflection links Leonidas and the Spartans at Thermopylae to modern Anzacs fighting near Gallipoli. It urges spiritual and practical resolve across Australia to defend civilisation, calling for action beyond prayer and daily duties in every field.
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Government Calls Labour Party to Join National War Government
Acting Prime Minister Mr Fadden announced renewed invitations for the Labour Party to join a national government. He urged all parties to set political differences aside to concentrate on a maximum war effort and defense. Deputy Opposition Leader Mr Forde defended Labour’s stance, stressing cooperation with the government while preserving an independent opposition.
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Defence works on Anzac Day
Sydney reports that defence production will continue on Anzac Day under the National Security Act regulation. Union officials say workers in defence establishments will be paid holiday rates under existing awards, as confirmed by the Amalgamated Engineering Union and other trades bodies.
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Tobruk Raids, Harbours Hit as Ax Offensive Presses
Reports say Tobruk raids by Australians yielded 400 prisoners in a string of night operations. Shelling damaged the Spanish quay and Kalimanti area with 11 and 12 inch shells, hitting the governor’s offices, fuel depots, and railway facilities as Italian and German forces tighten the siege.
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Munitions plant could manufacture tanks McCall attacks government
Mr McCall claimed a Sydney based tank production system existed and could be mobilised quickly for defence. He warned Australia might need rapid armament if the war threat intensified, noting labour shortages in New South Wales and scarce skilled men. Mr Fadden urged evidence before the committee as war conditions worsened.
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Malta Withstands Enemy Blitz In Heavy Raids
The Times correspondent reports Malta’s shelters endured the worst raid of the war Tuesday night with light casualties. Urban and rural areas suffered intense bombing and heavy damage hit a densely populated town district where historic buildings and warehouses were demolished. Three raids occurred that day with bombs dropped on homes and public structures.
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State Elections and Labour Council Move on Industrial Legislation
The N.8.W. Trades and Labour Council decided that industrial legislation and the Labour Party should be fairly presented to the Council for approval at the elections. The motion also declared that without this recognition the industrial movement would not acknowledge the legislation.
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Woman Fatally Injured by Ram in Sydney City Road Incident
A woman identified as Mrs. Ewa Alberta Weiss was fatally injured after being struck by a ram on City Road near Broadway in Sydney. Police and emergency services responded, and the case is under investigation.
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Anzac Day Message From Governor General
The Governor General received a message from Prime Minister saying Australia joins in Anzac Day remembrance and honors the heroism of Anzac troops in Libya and Greece. A reply from His Excellency thanks the King and Queen for their tributes to Australian soldiers in the present war.
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Anzac Day Message From Gordon Bennett to Malaya ALF
Major-General Gordon Bennett sends Anzac Day greetings to Returned Soldiers' League members in Malaya. He notes the original ALF deeds inspire the second ALF stationed there and pledge to uphold Gallipoli Palestine France and Belgium standards even if war returns.
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Anzac Day Honours By Lord Gowrie
The Governor General pays tribute to Australian servicemen on Anzac Day praising their courage discipline and sacrifice. He honors the heroes of the first ALF and notes the enduring example set for future soldiers while acknowledging the noble tradition passed from fathers to sons.
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Anzac Day Speech Links War Unity to Europe and Asia
Australian Minister to Washington R G Casey calls for unity with Britain in fighting a common foe, praising Anzac bravery in 1915 and warning Japan against aggression. He frames Australia and New Zealand as defending freedom with strategic Pacific impact and dismisses the so called new order. Commentators view the speech as a warning to Japan.
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Anzac Balkan campaign praised by Sir Earle Page at Grafton
Mirrored by a speech to returned soldiers in Grafton, Sir Earle Page says the Anzac Balkan campaign is not glorious but valuable. He argues it hindered Hitler by diverting forces from Western Europe, disrupted German supply lines, and eased Britain’s defense while shaping Middle East actions against the Nazi threat.
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Anzac Day Parade Plans by Returned Soldiers President
The president of the Returned Soldiers asks many ex servicemen to attend the Anzac parade, gathering at West Block at 10 15 am and using buses if possible. Decorations are optional, and attendees will parade and join a service at Albert Hall after Parliament House ceremony. Anzac Day at Ainslie School was held with North Canberra sub branch ABALLA and Col Butler, presenting folders and souvenirs, with poems read by students and a school choir closing with Two Minutes Bienes and Song of Australia.
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Death of Mr A J Cotton and Greek military collapse in Macedonia
Brisbane reports the death of Mr A J Cotton aged 78, an Australian pioneer who rose from jackeroo to pastoral leader. The Greek retreat in Macedonia and Epirus signals a deepening military crisis, with Athens likely to fall back toward Crete and the Peloponnese under pressure from German advances. Cotton’s long career spanned cattle ventures and territory trading, including Brunetty Downes and Conobre holdings. The piece notes his son Flight Commander F G Cotton was recently awarded.
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War Day by Day on Allied Aid to Iraq and Mesopotamia
The article outlines Iraq promising Britain facilities including railways rivers ports and communications in a wider war context. It notes Iraq's strategic position north of Baghdad and the Euphrates with desert controls and ore routes to Palestine. It mentions reinforcements to Turkey and defenses across Basra Moni and Mesopotamian fronts and the large British and colonial forces involved.
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