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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Jun 05, 1943
Page
2
The Interior Secretary directed American miners to resume work on June 7 while the War Labour Board coordinates the dispute resolution. President reminds miners of duty to country and armed forces as preparations for immediate induction of miners into the army proceed and government moves to enforce requirements.
Confusing wartime prose details a French alignment with Vichy influenced by North Africa. Officials discuss cooperation with military and political authorities to ease seizures and promote accord, while mixed signals from Algiers hint at broader loyalty shifts and implications for France’s colonial administration.
Subscriptions totaling £3910 contributed to the Canberra Relief to China Fund. The Treasurer Cullen and organizers including Mr J A, HL Goodwin, and other local residents coordinated the collection at Atter Hall. A exhibition of Chinese art and a sale of items were planned to raise funds with potential loan of articles to aid the effort.
A fragmented High Court report notes delays in a constitutional case. The text discusses arguments about timing and the impact on related programs and custody matters, with incomplete quotes from court officials.
A Canberra forestry student, McAdam, was decorated for valuable service during World War II. Born in England and educated in Queensland, she studied forestry from 1932 to 1942 and later rejoined the Queensland Forestry Service before becoming a forestry officer in New Caledonia. She served with the Canberra Ladies’ League and participated in naval and commando actions around Bahuowan, earning recognition for leadership and practical forestry work amid wartime operations.
Fragmented OCR text reports Edsel Ford's will probate, involving widow and four children with disputed shares. The fragment mentions a trust, foundation, and possible family divisions creating tension over assets and business interests.
National Security orders tightened control over identity cards as manpower inspectors prepare to demand production proof within two days. The War Cabinet, led by Minister Curtin, emphasizes civilian and military identity checks, cautioning no armed force member holds a card. Information from the government about forged cards and racketeering is sought from the Sydney Morning Herald to assess scope and enforcement.
Melbourne report on Prime Minister Menzies defending government policy amid wartime debates. Mentions Curtin era security measures, labor, and opposition reactions, with references to Ward, Abbott, and calls over Menzies’ leadership during the war effort.
Fadden questions Prime Minister silence on no prosecution in a union case. Fragmentary text references legal action, a court context, and names unclear due to OCR errors. The piece hints at political controversy and possible appeals in 1300 Findon area.
A British four engined Lancaster bomber arrived in Australia under the command of Flight Lieutenant Isaacson of the RAF. The aircraft will tour Australian capitals and demonstrate Allied air strength as a showcase of wartime collaboration.
German propaganda shifts as winter defeats on the Eastern front grow. An official High Command spokesman downplays prior lines, signaling a tougher public stance while warning of a potential Allied invasion and intensified defensive posture across occupied Europe.
A Canberra Bomb Aimer and crew described here returned from a major raid on Germany and occupied countries. The report notes their squadron No. 1 TAP participated in attacks on Duisburg and Provimmisnd, with heavy bomb loads and aircraft types including Merlin engines. The unit’s actions contributed to the Allied air offensive, including attacks on Hamburg, London, and other targets, as part of operations over Europe.
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