30 Apr 1942
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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Apr 30, 1942
Page
1
London dispatches claim RAF attacked Kiel and Trondheim with coastal and air raids, targeting shipyards, airfields, and military sites. Stockholm notes heavy damage in Kiel and Ghent, while German losses include downed bombers and fighters. Allied raids expand to Norway and Belgian ports, with strategic aims cited by officials.
A British air raid damaged the German naval base at Trondheim and hits on Rostock and Rostov in a broader assault. The Times correspondent notes heavy losses among Germans and Norwegians, crew bailouts, and fires across docks and airfields. Detonations and tremors are reported through the night.
Fragmentary text mentions York and election chaos with unclear details and names. No coherent event or facts to anchor a summary.
Dramatic dispatches describe multiple bombs striking cruisers near Durban and Cornwall as Japanese planes dive from high altitude. In the ensuing minutes, ships maneuvered to safety amid machine-gunning and hatch attacks. A separate Zurich report notes sentences for Allied officers for alleged treason and offenses against the Swiss and allied powers.
London Westman reports an attack on Dilly last night resulted in fifty eight killed and wounded. An interception by AF forces shot two raiders and damaged more. One additional raider fell this morning.
Wert radio reports Ment Gerpiad bombers conducted a low altitude attack against shipping yards near the Isle of Wight causing heavy damage. Five enemy pilots were shot down, two captured, and the raid aimed at the harbor while coastal defenses retaliated with heavy countermeasures.
Norwich endured a German air raid that caused heavy casualties and widespread damage over a span of 1,800 years of history. The Cathedral survived while fire watchers ambulance personnel and guards died. many buildings including bakeries hospitals and hotels suffered damage as twenty bombs targeted the city.
In a rugged Monti event, American runners from Carrogidar Sonat Amoraay faced rough terrain as med sized Jupaarvac venael and Ad apne troops battled through high mountain passes near Mort Laon.
A wartime dispatch notes the German division near Leningrad retreating southward as Soviet forces press from the north on firmer ground. Soviet communiques announce heavy German losses and air activity, while Moscow reports women in Orshanoni Kiograd rising against German troops, some killed and imprisoned amid clashes and reprisals.
Major General George Moorn receives the Distinguished Service Cross from General MacArthur for outstanding harbor duties at Corregidor and command of units defending Manila Bay and adjacent harbors.
Military dispatches from Chungking report Japanese forces pushing within 30 miles of Lashio supported by tanks and aircraft. A second column moves westward as Allied defenses monitor the new thrusts and positions.
Minister Cor Hanlon warned residents of North Queensland and Brimbank to stay vigilant amid a rise in safety threats. Police Commissioner Carroll ordered northern patrols to curb raids and urged families to limit children’s outings until further notice, as authorities announce a staged regional drill for all service members.
The Minister for Ale admitted yesterday that the seat in Darwin has not seen a serious attack yet. He said it would be wishful thinking to hire more staff and that the situation remains unsettled amid ongoing petitions and rhetoric.
Fragmentary report notes uncertainty about the Perth and HMA Sydney. Official statements say no information yet on survivors or fate. The text references naval cooperation with Japan and intelligence sharing with the International Red Cross, with authorities awaiting names.
Enemy supply ships were sunk in the Mediterranean by British forces as part of renewed strikes. An armed patrol carrier was attacked by gunfire, leaving the German naval design abandoned and burning. Submarines also sunk a large schooner and a mine-layer vessel in the same action.
An American United Press correspondent notes heavy Chinese attacks against Japanese forces advancing toward Halpawn and Lashio. Reports say Japanese units push near Tashi while Allied supply routes to China face disruption as roads are wrecked to hinder advances. A Japanese motorist reportedly attacked, per Paris dispatches.
Fragmentary AP report notes a plebiscite in Canada with vote tallies Ye 2724 and No 1486771. It mentions fighting forces and references Quebec Province and various names in a jumble of captions and notes from Ottawa and London.
Australian and South African engineers assist in designing a 4 meter wide strategic railway through Palestine and Lebanon project connecting with Russia. The plan outlines an alternative route to the Paraian Railway, linking to Russia.
A captured shortwave report claims Vichy forces evacuated a large contingent to Madagascar under a patrol name Level Government. The Free French statement asserts a purge of opposition in Madagascar, with forces from Dakar noted.
Fragmentary note reports General Giraud escaped from Germany and began a forced journey toward an unspecified destination. Details are unclear due to damaged text and mixed phrases.
A wartime transcript depicts President Roosevelt detailing Allied aims in Asia and Europe. He stresses Australia and New Zealand as bases for offensive action and pledges air and munitions support to China despite Burma Road disruptions. He calls for home front sacrifices, rationing, and massive wartime spending to sustain the war effort, signaling U.S. naval actions in the Mediterranean and broader mobilization.
A wartime brief notes the United States accelerating production with planes up by a substantial percentage over the prior month and a surge in fuel and related outputs. The Chamber of Commerce commentary and military procurement are cited as driving forces behind the gains.
London reports the secretary for air told the House of Commons the Salisbury practice flyings caused deaths of 68 officers and men, including three KA officers, during a demonstration. The scene involved damaged lorries and improvised routes amid hurricane conditions, while the inquiry proceeds.
Reported by Stefant Rawar agency Mirteulin, provincial govern ment chief of HaCun and ARULe highlight looming food altere ge shortages throughout Italy. Officials warn supplies may falter, risking population impact and a need for emergency measures.
A government department official Mourie Greenfield was fined £7,085 for using ration coupons illegally to obtain goods for a private company. The case involved 30,208 coupons misused, with the defendant claiming the aim was to support the company. The court imposed penalties including imprisonment for some related coupon offenses.
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