V C Award to Pte Kelliher in New Guinea
Pte Richard Kelliher of Kerry earned the Victoria Cross for conspicuous bravery in New Guinea. Amid heavy machine gun fire his platoon attacked an enemy position, he and his section advanced to within yards, silenced the post, and protected his unit’s further advance despite injuries. His action saved lives and secured the objective.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Victoria Eresta Proveia
Richard Kaliher
Hrestring
Dasanans
Naiaam
Guiness
Owl
Lance & Maschineaun Pest
Penene
Ibenera
Lord Gewris
Omele
Keliher
Alf
Boas Ly
Teale
County Kerry
Kellner
Orova
Ue Allammy
New Guinea
Ps Keiliher
Arith
Tim Wuld Sharen
Kalliber
Pte
Kalihee
Owen
Pythene
Napira Hon
Averyone
Lao
The Japanese Soldier As He Really Is
A long, unedited account from New Guinea portrays the Japanese soldier as seen by Australian troops. It contrasts discipline, training, and perceived arrogance with actual tactical limits, noting his fear in jungles, dependence on orders, and belief in Japanese invincibility despite repeated setbacks.
Warjorie Lawrence Walks At Miami Coastline
Warjorie Lawrence, the Australian actress, appears with Swan Wein in New York and Miami. The report notes a faltering performance and mentions Marjorie’s career in film and stage with references to dreamlike work and public appearances in a metropolitan setting.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Warjorie Lawrence
Miami
Swan Wein
New York
Plitida
Marjorie Lawrence
Anont
Shelina
Mum
Vrale
Sive
British Attempt on Sark Island Claimed by Berlin
Fragmentary note alleges a German claim of a British assault on Sark Island with unclear details. The garbled text mentions Channel Island defenses and a person named Master Job, but key events and dates remain obscure.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Island OF
Sark
Berlin
YMCA Man Killed in Air Accident
A YMCA worker was killed in an air accident near 4 MarDonal. Officials with TMCA and government forces reported a fatal incident involving important personnel. The crash occurred during a government operation, with responders confirming one death and ongoing investigation into the cause.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
YMCA
MarDonal
TMCA
Dev Sea
Pilot’s Close Call in Six Mile Glide
A pilot returning from a flight nearly crashed after a 25,000 foot dive. He managed to regain control just above the airfield, curved, and landed safely. Aircraft on the ground ahead forced him to brake hard.
Fragmentary colonial notice about immigration and China
A garbled OCR fragment discusses immigration policy and Chinese parts of Australia. It mentions Australia, England, and references to medical and shire affairs, but the text is largely incomprehensible with many errors and lacks clear events or dates. The readable bits suggest a discussion of immigration, international influence, and governance.
No Socialist Trend In United States Claims Report
Fragmentary text asserts a claim that there is no socialist trend in the United States. Mentions Dr. Lloyd Le Soper and a protestant editor or organizer, references to social order, information difficulties, and well being of the people. Context unclear due to damaged OCR.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States
Hinter Protestantiem
Lloyd le Soper
Dutta
Dutch Jigsaw Puzzles and Painted Card Games
Fragmented report from The Netherlands Information Bureau notes shops in the Netherlands offering sold jigsaw puzzles and gift items. The piece mentions an Allied tale about dogs and cards, with unclear references to Axia players and Germany. The text is garbled and hard to parse.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ballet
Ammecupes
Mervier
Kant Show Windows
Netherland
Shopkagpore
Jim Som
Picusra Learen
Trumy Verte
Axia
Germany
Ari Laelrvagras
The World At War In Europe Faces Tremendous Moment
The Canberra Times outlines a dire view of World War II turning points as Allied and Axis forces clash across Europe. It emphasizes the high stakes, immense mobilization, and the ominous possibility that the outcome will erase peace. The piece notes battles on multiple fronts and the urgency of rallying nations like Britain and the United States to sustain victory.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Europe
Rape
United States
Chirape
Jd Aitida
Txinkirk
Gluam I
Mikeiodt
Avery Anh
Germany
Yugoslavia
Atrice
Mary
RAF Resumes Air Offensive Over Northern France
The RAF and Allied air forces conduct offensive patrols over Northern France and Western Europe. Typhoon bombers attack targets in Northwestern Germany and Western Front areas, aiming to disrupt enemy operations and weaken German defenses.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Weaneaiay
Miles
Wenlurn
Germanny
Ranes
TAF
Dominion
France
U S War Workers Tour British Industry
U S war workers from major unions toured British wartime industry meeting Cabinet ministers and trade union leaders. They plan to return to the United States next week to help organize programs for Berlin workers and discuss future inter national conferences among issour nations and production officials.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United Baton Wer
Belin
Plugh Mahoney
United Steel Workers
Osta Butlee
Chemical Workers’ Union
Et L
Finest Bavin
Minieter of
Latour and
National Service
Oliver Lyeion
Bir
United States
Vaboue Groupe
Ature
United
Talea
Strane
Inter
Issour
Oliver
U.S. diplomat Grew sees Japan as capable of reform
In Tokyo, in a speech amid chaotic conditions, Mr Grew urged Japan to be remade into a respectable member of the world. He said the emperor Hirohito must be kept in check, that Japan should avoid threats to Britain and the US, and that postwar UN oversight could guide a permanent, peaceful reformation of Japan’s economy and industry.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Shoago
Tokyo
Hirohito
Britain
America
Mr. Grew
United Nations
Sapan
MM. Grew
Japan
Australians Breakthrough in Owen Stanleys Communications Feat
A wartime report details an Australian communications breakthrough in the Owen Stanley region. It credits the Aatzalban Army Corps Gménia and mentions Canadian member Col J amid the Brisbane and British forces. The piece notes improved field signaling, the need for suitable equipment, and the impact on allied operations against the Japs.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Owen Stanleys
Cunmings
Lacul
Cummins
Buigwtton
Cable Policy Fails Australia in War
In Sydney on Wednesday a distorted report claims Australia faces increased demand on communications since 1986. The article cites a managing director of a company and discusses government aims to protect British interests, noting prior failures and calls for overhauls amid wartime anxieties.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Australia
Sydney
Australie
Avernoms ii Frien
Ince
Diretoy
Amaigaza Sted Wireissa
Austroleamn Lite
Slimrentiiers Odasie
Cape
Brepiro
Bunce
Australien
Avila
Farewell to Mr Dawson by Canberra Pressmen
The Canberra Division of the Australian Journalists Association paid tribute to Mr Dawson chairing the Department of Information. Fellow members recalled his leadership in London and described his difficult but capable role. The Canberra Division presented him with appreciation notes and highlighted his contributions to the information service.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Canberra
A Wallan
Journaliata’ Association
Yeates
Dawson
Ion Veo
Land
Prealdinl Cme
AOE
Ravenons
Wwe
Dewnan
Bert 'Xa Weldiyn
Bert. Winter
London
Findeay
Dofmanon
Daweon
syBlch
Estonia
unclear text on Africa force announcement
The readable fragment mentions an African force announcement and a caption about America. Details are unreadable, with garbled names and dates. No clear event, date, place, or involved organizations can be confirmed from the available text.
Victory Wins by Confusing Echoes of a Campaign
Fragmented OCR summary suggests a report about a victorious team with references to London Tusaday Youth and Experience, led by General Klaenincer and others including Arthur Tedder and Bernard Montgomery. The text is garbled but hints at a wartime leadership group and a drive toward a decisive outcome.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London
Tusaday
Fewat
Hicos Anneiation
Nineun
Viclo
UN D4f
Generel Klaenincer
Ale Chile
Maryna Mie
Arthur Tedder
Clenaray
Henry Maithead Wilson
Ganaret Bir
Harold Alesandan
Tightening Censorship in United States Sparks Debate
A garbled Washington report outlines growing censorship pressures across media as officials push firmer controls. Unclear references to weeks ago and a Tribune source hint at national enforcement and public reaction amid censorship concerns.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Kaw York Tribune
Washington Fs Mt
Prisoners of War Tidings From the East War News
Press writer reports on war prisoner conditions and Allied efforts in the East. Mentioned are Captain RY OMe and Pinkerton tied to war reporting, with references to Manila, Athens, Shanghai, and Australia. Highlights include supply lines, civilian hardship, and wartime roles of journalists and officials.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
East
Hermann Ley
NMER
Acavenmsn
Enininney
Guat
Ehmvek
ShaRnah
Australia
Pioihane
Athens
Pinkerton
Stn
Tate Mally
Eveak
Pinkrrion
Pethet Navini
Clason
Manila
Soanghal
Pickertan
Woedtead
Hal Power Company
Anette
Percival
Pina
Time fragment on U S aid and Russia sparks questions
Fragmentary report cites Time and Washington sources claiming U S aid matters with Russia. text shows garbled items about America and Russia, unclear figures, and disrupted phrases from a November era Washington correspondence.
Also Mentioned on This Page
Pere Accaon
Cammaswenien Oper
V.C
Pte. Kelliher
Bydney
Purey Knott
Igran
Newtown Court
Mervyn Weston
Bae [Vial
New Gaines
Malaya
Nya
Mirman
Mupburn
Ailey
Noldier
Gronter
Joe
Attriloftal
Gras
Haar
Tent
la Tower
Seth
Duparienn
Rota Hygiene
Hue
Sia
Aiwaya Runton
Ilsir
Papin
Ant
Pyle Wietanen
Ron
Oe Uwe Rine
Vom Tu
Minnie
Luakan
Puck
Markainan
Yaar
Caauultien
Weanemtay
Wedi
Earen
Bare
Boomnan
Willochral
Shire
England
Maine
Nasser
Thors
Ovarvens
Telegraph
Harabd Tribune
Prem
United Frame Amociations
North American Newspaper Alliance
Matier
the Times
Dom Nek Sapere
Unleas Ao
Poe
The
Canberra Times
RAF
U.S
Tusada
Promett
Brush War Office
CC. Dawson
Phom Mb
Tacrpal
Leo Ae
Tate
Vitvetivinnes Indyomplee
HHH
Caxnyius
Lordon
Wediemtay
Nort
Abel Gireed
Uriuur
Russia
Tims Nut
Pat Veticles
Tené-Teast
Ammerica
This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!