05 Dec 1944
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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Dec 05, 1944
Page
1
Allied forces report a successful capture of the Saar Bridge before dawn as American and Allied units push through German defenses. Reports describe heavy fighting near the Rhine and Maas fronts, with advances into Limburg and Nijmegen areas and continued pressure on bridgeheads and river lines.
A Surekhalan report to the News York Times says Rib bentrop will be dismissed by Himmler and replaced by a Netherlands official. The piece notes Himmler’s long disfavor of Ribbentrop and mocks his public demeanor.
The Ministry of Air reports nearly 4000 tons of bombs dropped daily on Germany in November. American air forces conducted heavy raids, with the 1st Eighth Air Force in Britain and the 13th Air Force in Italy delivering 5708 tons, while RAF bombers carried a 9000 ton payload. Over 304 bombs destroyed enemy planes and 147 fighters were claimed.
The German news agency reports a Russian drive advancing toward Austria from the south, claiming gains near Kaprovar and Duna Feldvar while German forces slow the push and defend approaches to Austria. The dispatch cites Hungarian and Balkan fronts with Soviet and Allied updates, noting activity around Miskolcs and surrounding rail lines as both sides press offensives and rearguard actions.
Dublin report says LR A aims to reorganise the outlawed Trig Republican Army. Police and civil guards hunt leaders. three key men arrested. Fear of renewed demonstrations and recruitment for an LRA reprieve bid for Charles Kierly after the murder of Detective-Sergeant Denis OBrien. A Dublin wheel demonstration was broken up by baton charges with injuries.
German war crimes defendants were found guilty of mass murders at Maidenek extermination camp. The court sentenced the sixth accused to death. The trial documented the accused receiving fuel and ammunition to aid main forces, with accomplices describing the execution plans.
The Associated Press reports two months loom critical for China with attention on Kunming and Kwachenhow as Japanese and Chinese forces position along routes to the Burma Road. Analysts warn of renewed pressure from Indochina and Indochina theater actions by Japanese units.
A fragment from the Chinese government notes a reshuffle with Soong placed as vice-president and Dr. Boone taking ministerial duties. The report mentions Chiang Kai-shek's rising influence and a shift toward a moderate stance to aid unity and compromise in China.
The fight army continuier makes progress in northern Italy with the right flank of the vista AY occupying more enemy positions. American troops in the canteal sector repulsed two attacks, while a strong enemy assault forced withdrawal four miles north of Forte Talermi, ninety-two miles southwest of Koga.
A Telegraph correspondent states British soldiers on the Western Front will be granted eight days leave in the United Kingdom starting January 1. The men will be released by ballot and the plan is described in the dispatch.
Allied operations over Borneo and Mindanao involve heavy air strikes on Japanese positions. General MacArthur said Allied forces conducted night harassing attacks and disrupted supplies and communications, with multiple patrols and bombardments reported at Puarto Prindese Palawan and Valencia areas.
The BEAC communique notes Allied forces mopped up stragglers as Hast African troops clear the Kalews area. No enemy remains west of Coindwee or near the Chindwin and north of the Myizho River. Chinese troops at Bhamo isolate garrison forces.
Wing-Commander Wilcon of the Rawr is awarded the DSO for Queensland service. The citation notes his brilliant leadership and careful conduct in the face of challenging duties during wartime operations.
Sunday attack hits a large privately owned Japanese aircraft plant. The facility faced heavy damage as Allied forces unleashed bombardment amid high winds and late formations. A single Buper Fi Mes was reported amid the confusion.
The report notes Australian banks dropping sharply in London trading as wartime pressure and possible nationalization talk unsettles investors. It cites declines of around 6 to 7 percent, with Bank of Austral and Australian Bank among the hardest hit, while general anxiety over munition supply and Japan’s offensive heightens market volatility.
A terse wartime dispatch reports France pressing for reparations in kind from the defeated powers. Officials state the claim focuses on material compensation to rebuild and sustain the nation after the conflict.
Fragmentary text discusses Mircraft engines and methane production. Mentions the Daily Telegraph and natural gas forms. Content is garbled with unclear names and details, limiting concrete facts to generic references to engines and methane.
A German cruiser rammed another vessel and sank, with many sailors missing or killed. Rescue teams recovered survivors, while authorities investigated the cause and assessed the damage to the fleet in the Baltic theatre.
A fragment reports that about 7 300 inhabitants of Eastern Pinnmark evaded deportation by the Germans. It notes the Norwegian Minister for Justice Terje Wald describing devastation in eastern Norway and claims East Finnmarje residents faced destitution amid action by German forces.
Lieutenant McGovern led ammunition distribution under heavy fire to support his unit near a forward position. Amid mortar and machine gun fire he directed mortars from a neighboring unit and kept his troops supplied, earning the Bronze Star. A separate Moscow radio report discusses Bulgarian French relations.
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