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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Jul 04, 1945
Page
1
Reported from the Pacific front says Australian forces press inland toward Balikpapan area airfields with Dutch, Allied support. Allied bombardment, riverine and jungle fighting described as heavy with many Japanese positions neutralized and air and naval support intensifying.
Tokyo radio announces Japan will defend the homeland with air forces surface special attack corps and submarines. Plans foresee attack on invasion fleets and protection of shores with coordinated air and sea forces by mid July, per Javan radio outlet controlled by Japan.
In Manila and on the Balikpapan front aerial reconnaissance reveals Japan planned an oil defense by flooding sea lanes and beach lines. Bombing aimed to destroy lines of supply. oil fires and munition explosions lit Balikpapan streets.
Tokyo radio says American women pilots have been bringing U S planes into China. It reports three were shot down at Kweilin by flak on Saturday. The broadcasts claim the pilots were young and well trained yet their tactics are inferior and they face danger from anti aircraft fire.
A fragmented report describes fierce fighting along the eastern drive on Moor and a northwest drive on Daliupapsa. The text notes entrenched positions with concrete posts, heavy shelling, and machine gun fire as Japanese fanatics clash with Allied forces, including mention of a tunnel battle and scorched earth scenes.
Chinese forces report advancing along the Chekiang coast and near Shanghai after breaking resistance on several fronts. The High Command says enemy withdrawal continues, with a relief force from Fenghua assisting as they push through Tangchiang and nearby areas.
Melbourne dispatch reports rapid Allied advance and consolidation at Balikpapan with RAAF formations poised to strike Japanese positions. Ground units and air forces prepare to widen the offensive into surrounding areas and nearer Jap bases.
The report describes General MacArthur narrowly escaping Japanese snipers near Mount Malang during ongoing actions with Australian forces nearby. It notes previous Japanese attacks on MacArthur after landing in rural areas and mentions continuing military activity and counterfire in the region.
President Truman voiced U S leadership in ratifying the United Nations Charter amid questions on timing from Soviet authorities. The Moscow session of the Supreme Soviet and U S allies are watching closely as officials anticipate broader adoption and continued international cooperation.
Thirty diplomats from Berlin's empressy are moved toward an exchange with the United States. The Ambaunator and other officials are among those captured. the plan envisions a swap for American prisoners as talks continue in Europe.
General MacArthur bombers continued strikes against Formosa supply lines and the Philippines. Aircraft attacked alcohol plants and disrupted Formosa production by about ninety percent. Night bombardment targeted shipping and rail links from Shanghai to the Malay Peninsula, an airfield in Mantern Inve was attacked, and additional targets including Cerberon merodromes faced minor damage amid ongoing operations.
London reports the Soviet Union has sought participation in trilateral talks among Britain, the United States, and Morocco over Tangier’s future status. The missive urges inclusion, labeling the absence of Soviet input a diplomatic misstep while noting Western powers weigh a plan to restore Tangier’s international status amid ongoing troop movements.
A London article reports on a European bloc argument led by a French advocate and allies, stressing that France’s production conditions must align with broader goals. The piece discusses American interests in preventing a warlike European alliance and warns against similar bloc tensions that could destabilize global trade and security.
A strong force of superior aircraft reportedly dropped hazardous material bombs on August plants near Shimotsu north of Datka on the Japanese mainland Monday night. The raid followed a 4000 ton assault on four large targets, some of which were heavily shelled for seven hours, according to Air Force reports.
Plymouth hosts a welcome event for Australians aboard the ship with officials and citizens present. The crew enjoyed a vending dance as part of a weeklong celebration described in the local paper.
Fragmentary British dispatches report Japanese troops trapped in mud and water near Bhornborn as debates about a fifty year peace continue. Commanders claim progress though details are unclear, with the United States policy stance cited as influencing actions.
Walter Ulbricht, leader of the Communists, urged a union of Communist and Social Democratic groups in Germany at the Barlin conference. He called for youth education and recruitment to build a new generation aligned with anti fascist authorities, aiming to energize and unify the German youth under Communist leadership.
Prime Minister Churchill begins a triumphant election tour through urban streets as crowds line the way in a dense metropolis march. Women pelting the car with rom and carnations, Union Jacks decorate routes while supporters jam intersections seeking glimpses of the leader amid cheers and whistles.
Prohibition campaign materials appear garbled with phrases about Britain Tolowia and urging a protest vote. The text hints at opposing vested interests and party loyalty but lacks clear events, dates, or identifiable organizations to confirm a specific action or outcome.
On the surrendered German submarine near New York, authorities found mercury valued at about a million dollars and other precious cargo. Workers reported barrels of mercury and waxy substances stored below deck. items were reportedly taken during the surrender and inspection.
Sydney Harbour proved too shallow for two royal ships as Captain Ford reported the harbor lacked sufficient depth to anchor both vessels. One ship had to go to Botany Bay while the other remained near the Quays, with Elizabeth awaiting orders and preparations for a possible voyage to New York after a lengthy delay.
London dispatch states Britain offers reconstruction aid after the Italian government reshuffle. A message from the British ambassador in Rome to Parri emphasizes continued support and allied collaboration, noting shared interest in postwar stability and economic rebuilding.
Australian armour units reach the southern tip of Bougainville after repelling a Japanese counterattack. infantry consolidate on the west bank of the Myo River as divisions clear ridges in the Prince Alexander Mountains and advance toward Torncelli heights amid rising resistance.
A disrupted report describes Armour Prewing Beck Japaness forces and allied units near Beathern Bays Ainville pushing air support forward toward Ahiahigrature. Meititiny and MyNteh claim to attack targets in New Ghiner and Tel as part of a broader operation.
Fragmentary report from London on a naval appointment with references to a commander and the Royal Australian Navy. Details are unclear, names and roles are obscured by OCR errors.
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