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Canberra Times

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Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Apr 28, 1944

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Australian Forces Enter Madang in Pacific Patrol Report

An Australian patrol entered Madang area Monday afternoon finding the region deserted with no enemy defense. Reports describe air and sea actions around Geelvink Bay and Hollandia with raids on Ramiri and surrounding airfields. Japanese forces were observed retreating, with Allied escorts and bombardments targeting runways and supply lines, while ground operations pursued remnants near Grime River and the Ramu Valley.

Hom Mpiniais Ing Auatary Hollandie Meinera Libaratore Ramiti Gealvink Bay Moliandia Sheraton Tom Heetora FEO Haneanee Hollandia Twensley Holland Humboldt Bay Ramone Karinei Tha Tawil Gora Nang Wa Weil Herbert Aikihaon Berrigan Rook Weetaen Guinea Geelvink Bay Malta Moltarkiin Tulnate Volumn Altape Ain Ramu Mudang Weterodrome Ares Ming Marian Tandy Atarengee Ireland Kavieng New Britain Ftabaul le Surair Naval Mar Pano Atchil Ieee Mortland Taland

Americans Not Used in Pacific Theatre Report

Washington announced it will not employ 19 000 Japanese Americans in the Pacific theatre. Officials say their presence could invite retaliation and aid enemy infiltration. Three air forces were convicted for neglect of duty tied to an aeronautical plant project.

Pacific Theatre Washington Wednendiyah EAP Ured Patto Deni

Americans Consolidate Anzio Gains

London reports Allied communique says Adriatic front saw German attacks driven off. American forces near Anzio beachhead raided and captured prisoners, sank supply ships, and hit coastal targets. Reinforcements and air attacks tightened control as Germans sustained countermeasures.

London Adriatic Preoi Annie Cayino Auahdy Fougmy Maway Cimtarna le Mighty Tah Ring Lane Uocomsl Tea Jan Allind Chaaino Associated Press Crs Thane

Swedes Alarmed Over Probable German Attack

Sweden fears a possible German assault as Denmark’s status and Danish sabotage rumors mount. Swedish papers report extensive German troop movements in Denmark and increased patrols, with observers linking these actions to a broader plan. The Copenhagen press notes harsher measures and arrests as Germany intensifies control.

London Dannmark Gur Stockhorn Daily Express Denmark Escaltauta Reuters Danlah Copenhagen Dwediah Newangency Usrmana

MacArthur Urged to Direct Peace Efforts

Representative Miller told the House that MacArthur’s knowledge and insight into foreign and diplomatic affairs would make him more valuable in directing peacetime policy. He argued any other candidate would be handicapped without similar experience and that MacArthur should lead U S efforts.

Washington Miller Macarthur House of Representatives United States

Censorship Debate at American Newspaper Pub Association

At a New York meeting of the American Newspaper Publishing Association, president Linwood Noyes urged adherence to a constitutional principle limiting censorship. He warned against using press power for political campaigning domestic or international, and criticized attempts to cover up ongoing issues.

New York Wedwreds Pub Hlatyery’ ‘Association Linwood Noyes Smphnalacs Multary Clancy

Prime Ministers and Atlantic Strategy Discussed at Conference

An unnamed delegation of leaders including Mr Curtin and counterparts from allied nations reviewed global strategy and the Pacific theater. They stressed unity within the United Nations and examined wartime plans, supply lines, and postwar welfare while signaling continued collaboration with the United States.

United Miala Herave Mileut Iffort Australia Tymeining Bara Agalcie Rommo Aren Curtin United Nations Kanaon Australie Polantiat Saizalon Taw Austraii America Austen Wa Ralaxas Mar Curlin

Tentative Empire Conference Agenda Outlined in London

An agency report details a tentative agenda for the Empire Conference in London. Topics include wartime strategy, postwar world parliament, security organization, imperial policies, and colonial welfare, with expectations of limited formal declarations and emphasis on unity among United Kingdom and Dominions.

London Wadweadey Empire Banleeers Amo Ctated United Kingdom Dominion Ratlinnary Germany Japan Aad Alan Reer Betias Toten

Essen’s Turn as Main Target in Allied Raid

An air raid over Geowely leant to heavy damage on Krupp works and rail targets near Brunswick and Crewe, with 16,000 feet high sightings and disrupted lines. The German forces claimed near destruction of airfields and ships, while British searchlights and anti-air measures engaged. London reports the Bombing Regulation Committee calling for curbs on area bombing and urging civilian protection.

Krupp Marre Therm Mamburg Brunswick Cleewhate Crewe Amowe Thunderbolt Woetons Mitchalia Manion Outy Thisiaio Byles Germany Aches Cologne Aegean Epithrse Portremas Durant Miary Antun Outh-Wariern Mermany Besuightare Beitzia London Mirmingham Committee My. Mortican

Bombing hits London as raid causes casualties

A morning air raid on London caused numerous casualties and disruption. German bombers targeted several southern towns, with authorities confirming multiple explosions and ongoing investigations into the raid.

London London Arta Newu

Revival in York Declared by Rumian Orthodox Church

In New York on Thursday the Rumian Orthodox Church announced a revival event. The declaration stated a gathering under the church’s auspices with plans for religious observance and communal renewal.

New York York

Japanese advance threatens Chungking in China war update

A dated China war briefing reports Japanese forces advancing toward Chungking from the west and southwest. It notes a rail junction near Kalas and trenches along the Palping Mankow line, with assertions of substantial enemy movement and Allied concern about supply routes.

Chungking Uele Empire Nevers Burma Peeters Ciuinam Dasua Wade Chengchaw

China’s Determined Stand Highlighted in Prem Brief

The report notes China’s long fought resistance and the emphasis on education and unity amid allied efforts. It references Mr. Rowand YM. Chang at the Yuan executive, stressing China’s solo endurance and dedication to the laveder cause.

Japan China Rowand YM. Chang Yuan

Japs trapped in Arakan amid shifting lines

Aerial and ground combats report Japanese troops trapped after a counterattack in Arakan. Chinese forces claim advances near Masawa and Kasying with five enemy planes destroyed. Casualties and captures noted as battles shift along the frontier with reports from multiple fronts.

War Codts Billen Deller in New York Wednesday

Berated sessions have spent all. Officials announce wartime measures as the United Nations group prepares to meet. Reports claim millions are allotted to support efforts.

Mickaat United Hatkins Retief Re Rabiltadtts Association Ben Alita

Desperate German Stand At Sevastopol

Descriptions of German efforts to hold Sevastopol amid heavy shelling and evacuations. Reports claim German forces face Russian attacks north of Jan, with tanks and air support reportedly advancing. Attention to naval movements and German attempts to cover retreat as the city endures dust, heat, and bombardment.

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Seenemic Mission for Middi Seenemic Mission for Middi

London Wadhoemiay reports an odd mission in the Middle East with aims to organize all Atmarious factions. An American bonds division will steer aid and economic efforts as the new plan unfolds amid cultural and industrial shifts.

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Australia Wing Commandeer Calls War Alarm

Report from London indicates Allied air defenses and naval warnings as German planes attack. Mention of Captain Malas and Australian Wing Commandeer Call highlights ongoing combat and coordinated responses across units.

London Wetnmsaly Wink J. Joann Bytiire Johnach Rane Malas Mines

Argentina Sespemds Editorial Criticizes City Hospital Services

The American United Press reports La Prensa America's leading daily criticizes the municipal hospital services and government treatment. The piece argues the city’s health system is failing and calls for reforms.

Daye Unites Pree Tia la Prensa Prem Ita

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