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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Jan 02, 1941
Page
3
Untidy text fragments describe a coastal town attacked by troops moving from a cape along a railway line. Mentions of Palnest Vallaney and Lalina appear as garbled names. The passage hints at a nighttime engagement and a town left with casualties or damages.
A high level official told the Australian Associated Press that 1940 reviews stress invasion remained possible and would threaten until next Spring. He praised Britain's fighter force at Dunkirk and warned air superiority must be matched by a strong trained army to deter invasion.
In London a British POW team challenged by a German regiment played a soccer match. The British side, led by a 27 to nil score, halted the game when the Germans recognized their opponents as a second Aston Villa team. The prisoners mocked the guards with a taunt “27 goals to nil.”
More than 500 Free Frenchmen in Australia spent an hour from 2 p m to 3 p m in meditation. Led by M Andre Brenac they dedicated themselves to France and protested policies of neutrality while celebrating France's global plebiscite of silence.
Belgrade reports the interior ministry issued a decree dissolving trade unions and banning any further union activities. The measure marks a broad crackdown affecting organized labor and public rights in the region.
The Navy Secretary Col Knox says the U S Fleet is the hardest fighting unit afloat and by 1941 the British gains will be secured so no invader will breach Atlantic shores. He outlines plans for ships planes and bases with two battleships at least ten submarines and various support vessels. Rear Admiral Stirling notes Britain needs more destroyers and bombers and air power to counter submarines and air attacks.
War film Captain F Hurley’s Advance into Libya to have Australian premiere in Sydney on Friday. Shot largely on front lines and rushed from Cairo, the 1000 foot documentary shows the British advance with RAF Australian film unit under fire.
Melbourne report notes Army Department reconsiders a Home Guard open to men from all walks of life who cannot enlist due to age or reserved occupations. Their role focuses on preventing fifth column activity and they would not wear uniforms at first, only armband distinctions.
Metal workers press for exemption from tax on overtime. Union leaders warn a ban on overtime could threaten metal production and defense outputs as workers would lose about one third of current overtime pay under proposed regulations.
The Minister for Information denied the National Film Council resignations were due to changes in the department. He said resignations were voluntary and may be urged to rejoin a reorganised advisory body under Senator Foll as the department restructures editorial broadcasting and film oversight.
British papers criticize inadequate roof spotters and Auxiliary services after a Sunday incendiary raid. The Daily Mail and The Times urge universal fire-watch duties, conscription if needed, and citizen action to form neighborhood groups to tackle incendiary bombs and protect buildings.
A British aircraft production representative announced three Atlantic Clipper se flying boats released by Pan American Airways for Empire communication duties. Others indicated the Clippers would ferry pilots and officials across the Atlantic.
Lady Gowrie writes a New Year message praising British and Australian women for their courage and sacrifices in 1940. She urges steadfast endurance, unity, and support for families while highlighting the role of women in sustaining morale and home life during hardship.
The council will investigate complaints that Air Force personnel are performing duties outside their enlistment and that FLA.A.F. officers are abusing disciplinary power to assign domestic tasks. MP Beasley argues combatants should not be forced into such duties.
John Robert Graham aged 20 of Canberra was found dead after being run over by a train at a railway platform in Mudgee. He was the eldest son of Mr and Mrs H R Graham of Reid Canberra a cricketer and AFL member who served an apprenticeship at the Government Printing Office. Funeral from Reid Methodist Church to Canberra general cemetery.
Bruce Robinson and Arthur Finch of the Armidale district clung to an upturned boat for over half an hour after a wave toppled it at Port Macquarie. Ray Ryde swam to them with a line tied to his waist. both men were treated for shock and bruises.
Advice on avoiding the morning after ailment from indulgence in food or drink. Promotes Dr Morse's Indian Root Pills as remedies to cleanse the liver and improve digestion. Recommends taking pills at bilious symptoms or before retiring to prevent the after effects.
The Trades Labour Congress president Tom Moore stated that organized labour is ready to make sacrifices for Canada's war effort but will guard against exploitation. He urged equality in national councils and full opportunity to contribute knowledge and experience.
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