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Newspaper

Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Feb 09, 1945

Page

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Big Three Meet To Plan Allied Command In Europe

Allied leaders Churchill Roosevelt and Stalin convened in a Black Sea conference to discuss forming a single supreme commander for Allied operations against Germany. They aim to outline occupation, political, and economic plans for liberated Europe and consider creating a permanent international body to maintain peace. A communique is expected after finalizing military and political arrangements, with a likely late meeting and possible shifts in Western Front planning.

London Preedent Reesestt Mr. Churchill Marshal Stefia Black Sea Germany Sovernments Ata Furwiga Thalr Cantorenise Boyar

Damaged Bank Robbery Toll Affects Women Victims

A London report details a bank robbery resulting in multiple deaths and injuries among evacuees, with a focus on women among the victims. The incident caused significant damage to nearby property and disrupted local activity. The temple area noted the archbishop's comment on the tragedy while authorities assess losses and safety.

London Iltine Tire Sherny Aly Leo Caualigy Ana Temple Lnte Canterbury Dr. Temple Len Ah Eatese

Plane crash kills high ranking officers in London

A transport plane carrying the Prime Minister and senior officials crashed into the sea during a conference trip. Three crewmen are missing and four injured. several passengers, including aides and a detective, survived. Air Commodore HAC is cited as a survivor albeit injured. The incident prompts search and inquiry.

London Panaangars Wera &Lllad York Tme Idk Hac. Batacrwit Aur Peter Loatey Armine Don Chaplin Si Tian Ribre Guthrie Fd. Batt Anthony Golen Buard Hooper Culonel de Wo. Neo Capua A. K. Charenworws WR. Finch Warmes P. & Tacleson Taylor Att. Ministry Laa Ghlokén Transport

JAP RESISTANCE NEAR MANDALAY REPORTS STRONG FIRE

Reports from Kandy say Japanese forces heavily resisted and inflicted casualties as Allied troops press toward Mandalay. Japanese positions on river banks and ridge lines show scattered withdrawals and new shelling along the Irrawaddy front, with reports of 3000 killed or wounded in twenty days.

Mandalay Nanya Kyaulmyaune Pantin Arminaforte Une River Tidway Kyaumywing Thabienkkyin Ridge Trewaddy Myint

Bombers Hit Enemy Supply Columns Over Western Germany

British Bomber Command attacked supply lines and industrial targets in Western Germany including Kleve, Gorn, and surrounding areas. Night raids involved over 500 aircraft with heavy bomber operations and air battles. claims report 40 percent enemy planes destroyed and substantial support from night fighters.

Germany Agetrat Tangdepurg Cusaet Maing Fens Sond Hanover Dumntdort Dulstarg Faasiuka Air Ministry Sing Girfelia AL Jeaat Air Mintelty

American Troops Cross Into Germany In New Push

London dispatch reports deep Allied penetration into Germany as American forces under Patton press east and south of Aachen across rivers. The First and Third Armies advance amid rain, seizing Siegfried Line positions near Gemund and Hellenthal, while French and American units form canal lines near Neuftriuch and Neus Brianch.

Fieram Tath Renmiat Gemund Hellenthal Guenther Weber Runstedt Binenhower Aachen Sertiurius Biaenhower Colmar Rales Ong el ‘Shine Saya Heulere Rhine-Rhowe Canal Neuftriauch Bridge Senile Sridgenesds Mythouw Crermans Prum Charmenlen Whem Firat Arran Oriya de Mentaere Bouth Almer Rhine First Neus Brianch Bladetsheim Mulhauer Mushouine

UNITED GAINS IN WWI AREAS REPORTED BY GERMAN AGENCY

Offensive updates from the war front describe limited Allied advances in the Malvy sector with German reports claiming opposing forces hold, while the Central sector near Rolagma shows fortified positions and heavy shelling. A German dispatch notes artillery exchanges and sporadic troop movements as the conflict widens.

U S Air Bases In China Abandoned Amid Conflict Claims

A damaged notice states American air bases in China were abandoned while Japanese and Chinese forces engage in heavy operations. The report alleges the United States withdrew facilities in the Chinese interior as part of broader military maneuvers and retaliatory actions, with dates unclear.

Kunming

Fragmented OCR note on European policy debate and figures

An incoherent OCR fragment discusses a House scene with figures named Munguia Lara Chery and Lord Cranbourse, mentioning Europe, policy directions, and a call for a common savistanne directive. Names and events are unclear, with multiple garbled terms and potential political references.

Lara Urope Cranbourse Europe Watthane Templawoed Savistanne

German "heroes" allowed to stay in France

Report from London notes nearly 100000 Germans stranded in French Atlantic ports. They wish to stay alive until Germany is defeated, then return to the Reich as heroes. An American major says Allies do not require the ships for the German troops to remain. Talks at Nantes and Lorient mention possible chat with Allied officers during truces.

Morgenthau Vanaltlart M. Muntake Cairn B.B.C Greman Wanda Fiumiong Allin Leaslem Tropa London French Atlantic Germany Reich Mt. Nuauir Poe Umea Mariela Nante Lorient Poplin Eaderma

Narrow Escape Near MacArthur as Shell Explodes Nearby

General Douglas MacArthur stood unharmed as artillery fire hit near him at Santo Tomas internment camp area. Reports describe chaos and casualties among civilians and soldiers, with dramatic scenes of fear and loyalty. An American captain volunteers for protection, and MacArthur vows to ensure medical care and a safer return home for his troops.

General MacArthur MacArthur Santo Tomes Anese Internem Enin AiMeewty Wasnenne Ruta Manila Epartmental Tokyo Acrone Vancalties Engha Unig Japenone Srtillery Alpine Interne Soldinne Internnes Preville Win Anc Arthur Pear Bataan Coriaxider

On to Tokyo Dependent on Supply Position

Disjointed War Chronicle notes that Tokyo plans hinge on supply lines and maritime convoys. The text mentions forces, ships, and finance linked to advancing routes from New Guinea for Philippines aid, yet the overall meaning is unclear due to damaged wording.

Tokyo New York Thuveday Philippines Ba Saatien New Guinea

German generals captured since dawn in London report

A London report states five German generals captured since dawn, including Gen. Menke, chief of the Air Ministry, and Gen. Wastaman head of the Are Lakour Military Areas. The bureau notes the sighting of the Shearer Night at Hearn and reports several killed.

London EU Naman Daavary Geneari Menke Department of Air Ministry Gesarel Wastaman Are Lakour Bureau Ares Shearer Hearn

Unclear Text From Historical Source

Fragmentary OCR notes mention prisoners and internees with garbled phrases about relocation or allowances. No coherent event, names, dates, or places can be confirmed from readable content.

Manpower Mobilisation Push Moves Toward War Production

New York notes that 230 influential House members petitioned Premier Kelso to convene a special session of Parliament to create a production army. They argue victory hinges on mobilising national resources to support the fighting effort.

New York Thireddy Tokyo Radio Inet House of Representatives Kelso Biet

Air Transport of War Supplies to China Records High Tonnage

The U S Army Air Transport Command reports the Indo China division ferried about 44 000 tons of war materiel to China in January with a daily record of 1138 tons. January deliveries exceeded December totals, and the division shipped over 12 090 tons of cargo to China. Operations ran continuously with aircraft crossing the front every two and a half minutes for 24 hours a day. The unit carried nearly one million permanent pounds in January.

Andy W. Twain Ofne U8 Indo-China Air Transport, Command China Aeanaport Cnega Monte Caine

Austrian oil plants bombed near Vienna amid raids

Report describes air attacks on Vienna area oil facilities with debris and smoke. Widespread bombardment targets energy sites while defenders scramble to respond. Officials warn of strategic impact as operations continue into the night.

Red Army targets anniversary in Berlin as Berlin front tightens

Red Army forces report cautious progress toward Berlin amid mounting pressure on German lines. Zhukov’s troops push from north and south, securing towns near Frankfurt while aiming to breach the Oder and Elbe fronts. Soviet advances include prisoners and aircraft losses on German positions with heavy fighting along the Berlin corridor.

London Frankfurt A Moscow Berlin Red Zhukov Austria Frankfurt Hat Zhukov Suth Parchwis Qalo Radion Ce Paras Blacknodm Arvin Trukot Mumtein Arnawaldere Reuters Woul Brediau Bandomierz Sianel Tior Task Army Tony Mentator von Meapmer Nelson von Hammer Tak Kenlav Aoichi-west Breelaw Luben Nots Lingnits Haudlen Laban Maccow Konigaerg Jey Konigstorg Borus Wuetrineur Hetllon Chrarag Sheder Occupier &Umber

Motor Sledge Weapon Attributed to Zhukov

Fragmentary report describes motor sledges as a secret weapon linked to Zhukov. It claims they could travel hundreds of miles with minimal setup, glide over rough terrain, and keep troops in pace with advancing armies. The text blends inconsistent details and unclear sources.

London Thy Atonkhalm

Signs of Breakdown Inside Germany

Fragmentary wartime analysis reports increasing signs of internal collapse. A Dutch based broadcast cites Eva Dietmar as a spokesman for the High Command, noting morale erosion, government loss of control, and growing belief that the Gestapo and SS no longer hold sway. Observers warn Germany could face intensified internal turmoil and military strain as public sentiment shifts.

Eva Dietmar Nie Germany Huyetiedyt Berlin

FAVOURS ENEMY REPRESENTATION AT LASOUR TALKS

Fragmented OCR text reports a conference with Tol Snerny on Latin American representation and world labor unity. Walter Curinn and Senor Toledano appear, debating stance and unity conditions amid conflicting views and contested organizations.

Lasour Lindon Hinton Sima Alrungly Walter Curinn Bel- Tinh Senor Tol Senor Toledano Walter Clarins

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