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Newspaper

Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Aug 07, 1944

Page

3

Finnish Accusations of Atrocities Against Russian POWs

A Red Army report relayed by Major Zhuchkov accuses Finnish troops of brutal acts on the Karelia front. Allegations include severed noses, removal of genitals, executions of wounded, beheadings, and the killing of civilians, with one raid on Kotkura cited. A Finnish prisoner’s testimony cites civilians killed and a woman described as murdered. a one year old child allegedly eaten by starving Finns.

Red Army Btajor A. Zhuchkov Cenberra Onavaky Bie Cenicbena Wen Hot Kim Orsk Niemi Iist Bat Widge Ruoyrot Uoa Lievt Amu Michyonen Eith Peter Zhuchkov Kotkura

Higher tomato prices set under Commonwealth order

Prices for tomatoes will rise nationwide under an order by the Commonwealth Prices Commissioner. From Monday wholesale prices climb by 2 pence per pound in NSW and WA and 1 penny per pound in the other states. Retail margins and city variances follow, with capital cities shown for Sydney and Canberra markets.

N.W Queensland Victoria Tas Ania South Australia Commonwealth Professor Copland N.&w Brisbane Melbourne Hobart Tod Adelaide Catenae Et al Sydney Billabene

Prisoner of War Conditions Report From Australia Mine Camp

An unclear wartime note describes prisoners in Australian hands, their forced labor in mines, limited food, and harsh conditions. It references specific incidents, injuries from limbering, and medical provisions, alongside mentions of POWs in Stalag 44 and captivity details.

Australians Return From German Prison Camps

A trio of repatriated Australians has arrived after three years in Germany. The men, freed from war captivity, show no obvious wounds and are welcomed home by New Zealand authorities before resettling.

Australis P New Zealand Germany

No Reply Yet to Hospital Inquiry Request

The Hospital Board of the committee has not responded to an inquiry regarding the MPOR Hospital request. Officials indicate the health matter remains under review and a reply is expected after further considerations by the board.

Mpor Hospital the Cancerr Vindoek

Unionists at Portland to resume work

Portland labor unrest continues as Unionists plan a resumption of work in the Western District tomorrow. Commonwealth Coal Commissioner Mighell stated that all mines would reopen. nine Lithgow and Portland industries idle for over a week, with meetings and clerical tasks noted. Prosecutions looming for strikers in Portland and Port Augusta as government pledges action.

Waloniata Portland He Sones Degke Ubc Ines Sirwever Mettajion Wiil Akeke Cmal Uae Anil Rat Inter Amis Portland Ceses Melbourne Sundoe Prosecutions Noicuke

HOCKEY MATCH SEE BARTON AND CHECKS COMPETE FOR GOAL LINE

A mixed team Barton and Paibairn clash with United Airmen in a rough match. Goals by Bel Garrett Goldie Wilkins and Townsend lead Barton with 5 goals to 4 for Check. Key saves by Cleaver and fast ends marked a tight contest, ending at full time with Barton ahead.

Cleaver Fairbairn Barton Clekver Welchad Barto Sfipull Barth Tayonr Guat Wearin Harton Tike Walrbalrn Darna Pyke Welch Walebainy Paget Barnes Sowa Nott Murficln Gual Cieckca Hheware Townsend Suc Henawten Sige Tetas Igwarn Townsand Tetan Holmes Pittard Betaty

Mixed doubles and close wins in local tennis results

The A C T Tennis mixed division saw Reid 1 edge Twoxy to clinch 6-5 after a tense match while Northbourne 2 fought hard but fell short. Meld 1 narrowly defeated Fiindery in Division 1, and Forrant beat Raid 2 Fanning by a slim margin 7 to 5 in Division 2.

Reid Northbourne Mista Fiindery Guimien Fa Sea An Bumises Raid Tame Grimth All Sum Hy & Eumca Atused Kingston Miven Reid Det Morthbourne Gruby Sarton de der Nurvatinal i

Progress Association inaugural meeting set for August 14

The Progress Association intends to hold its inaugural meeting at the Rela y Methodist Church Mall on Monday August 14 at 8 pm. Also advertised is a for sale single bond dedication including crockery and terms on request from Me Donaldson Queet Braddon.

Tee Nt Pevereae Association Relay Methodist Church Makandiage Donaldson Braddon Epa

Federal golf club play reports a meathy mishap and runaway win

A scrambled item lists players and results from a golf event at Federal Golf Club with mentions of Meathly Mesak SF Malbind and multiple abbreviations. The text includes names such as Fisker and Hayes and mentions scores like 10127-78, indicating an unclear but decisive victory and a chaotic lineup of participants.

Ham Ube Glamis Fisker Hayes Richaiys W. Hayen J. Steuleaen

Action at arena sparks local basketball event

The article notes a forthcoming basketball game in Acton at Ari hall on 4.20 pm. It mentions a ten player roster and a welcome by hosts, with a weekly routine and emphasis on newcomers. The text is garbled but centers on a community game and schedule.

Aungotholl Wien Rmls Acton Ari Hall TSN

Boxing and Wrestling card at Leteghard Stadium in Sydney

Boxing and wrestling events at Leteghard Stadium in Sydney featured Allan Hall Dunkin and George Peachs among other fighters. The card included fights listed with times and weights, plus presumed outcomes and salacious notes about bouts and participants.

Sydney Allan Hall Dally Moran Jaatola Tommy Nilon Leteghard Stadium George Peachs Dunkin

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