Tinnee industry yields limited gains in early trading
In a cautious session investors watched key indicators as the mining sector showed modest activity. Analysts highlight steady demand and balanced supply despite global tensions.
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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Feb 20, 1942
Page
1
Darwin Bombardment Report Details Major Japanese Raids
Two Japanese air raids struck Darwin with twin bombers and fighters. First raid involved 72 bombers. second raid 21 bombers. Four enemy aircraft were shot down. Prime Minister Curtin described the attack as grave, noting the severe blow to Australians and urging fortitude. He explained troop origins and casualty context while stressing civilian resolve amid the war.
First Tidings Darwin Raid Announcement From Prime Minister
A fragmentary World War II report quotes Prime Minister Curtin speaking from bed about Australia’s war stance. He vows decisive action against threats and mentions war council measures and radio station closures as the conflict intensifies. Deputy PM Forde and others weigh in on the response and mobilization.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Darwin
Camerom
Curtin
St. A
Australia
Cary
Volun
Tor
Mt Rumolure
Addley
Forde
Fariments
Flare Up Expected in Libyan Campaign
An early report notes rising tension as forces prepare for renewed fighting in Libya. Military units clash in the desert with increasing intensity, signaling a possible escalation of the campaign.
Dutch Prepared Washington Warns of Libyan Battle
An overseas dispatch notes a major Libyan battle poised as Rommel’s forces disrupt supply routes. British patrols report success against enemy columns in desert terrain while Cairo and Mediterranean fronts review material shortages and aerial raids on Benghazi Tripoli. The report cites Dutch and Cairo correspondents discussing strategic aims to delay enemy offensives and the broader theater around Benghazi and Strait of Messina.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Libya
Axix
Eighth Army
Rommel
Cairo
Fk Am
Palegraph
Poopin
Faye Wan
Colter
Borneo
Ambolna
Japanese Parachutists Land in Burma Race For Rangoon
A war dispatch reports Japanese parachutists landing in Burma as heavy fighting escalates around Rangoon. British forces are attempting to stall a push from Sitang toward the Salween with British and Australian air support targeting enemy positions in the Muuhunein area while Rangoon’s exodus of civilians continues.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rangoon
Burns
Sittang
Salween
Atleetana
Bilin
Rangonn
Rodda
Alyliah
Toonpoo
Norh
Tith
Sapancas
Dried Fruit Export Levy Imposed in Early Trade Note
A brief item notes a levy on dried vino fruits by eightpence per ew on ow rates. It lists purcanis twenty four or twenty, sultane and dexien at three pence per unit, detailing early trade duty levels.
Japan celebrates capture of Singapore in victory day events
The Damei news agency reports Japan completed occupation of Singapore with land and new forces. About 150 000 joined Tokyo victory celebrations as Premier Tojo spoke, marking a turning point in world history. Similar festivities are held across Japan.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London
Damei
Singapore
Tokyo
Tojo
Japan
United States Appeals for No Strikers in War Industry
The War Production Director urges a no-strike policy on the production line. He states the nation faces heavy costs from disruptions and insists workers must stay at their posts to sustain production for the war effort.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Waslington Westnomtay
Daviald Nelson
United States
Mme
Wedge Driven Into German Line Reported by Moscow Radio
Moscow radio reports Russian forces on the central front driving a wedge into German lines. The dispatch notes reinforcements arriving and securing gains as Soviet troops repulse ongoing attacks, signaling a shift in local battle dynamics.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Central Front
London
Moscow Radio
Losses in Battle for Singapore and Eastern Front Update
Fragmented dispatch reports heavy fighting across Singapore theater and Ukraine fronts. Russian offensives pressure German lines on the eastern front while German spokesmen claim consolidation and successful counter actions in the Orela Sukhinich region and beyond. Casualty tallies and mine concerns are noted as part of a broad war update from Berlin and London.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Elttany
Ukraine
Cestral
Thune
Tree Pobe
Baltic
Black Sea
Eighukev
Wilhelmstrasse
Viasma
Orela
Sukhinich
London
Crivia
Berlin
Far East
Trial vic: charges leveled amid wartime rally report
Fragmentary OCR notes describe charges at a trial, mentions Broncheld and Veramon, towing dispute, and references air force actions. Several garbled phrases reference Woodern bomber, French Air Force, and a 1931 statement about the army’s readiness.
Germany must be destroyed says British official in wartime broadcast
A British official denounces Germany and calls for total demilitarization and occupation as part of a wartime speech. Reaffirming the Atlantic Charter ideals, the speaker urges Allied unity and a permanent end to German militarism, warning of an ongoing threat from a German majority if unchecked. The address references postwar plans and insists on punitive terms to prevent future aggression.
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Washington
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Tripoli
Benghasi
Unere
Arex
Wiso
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van Eales
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Thailand
U.S
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Germany
Robert Vanakwart
Bip
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Kuala
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