Critical days lie ahead for Allied war efforts
Lord Lothian warned in a speech to the English Speaking Union that the next 30 days could decide if Hitler suffers a serious setback or if dictatorial powers dominate Europe Asia and Africa leaving the United States isolated. He said Hitler aims to force a decision this year before Britain can mobilize 50 000 pilots from Canada and similar actions by Australia New Zealand and South Africa. The stakes remain high as the “lasting between Hitler and the Allies” is the clash of freedom and democracy against dictatorship.
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Africa
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Malicious Lies About Spain Hostility Denied
London reports that the British government warns the public against malice rumors that the Allies will take hostile action against Spanish possessions. The government insists on respecting Spain's neutrality as long as it is respected by others.
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London
House of Commons
Spain
Aide de Camp to General Blamey Appointed
In the House of Representatives yesterday the Minister for the Army Mr Street explained Captain N Carlyon was appointed aide de camp to Lt General Blamey on the latest recommendation. Carlyon had no prior military experience before January 17 when he became catering supervisor with the rank of lieutenant. The Minister noted Staff Corps officers take about 16 years to reach major.
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N. Carlyon
Blamey
Carlyon
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Staff Corps
British Troops Land in Norway
A War Office communique says Allied forces landed at Bjervik seven miles north of Narvik with only minor casualties. French troops also landed under naval gunfire and stormed the heights with French tanks supporting, as machine gun nests were neutralized. An unconfirmed report mentions German forces concentrating on the southern Swedish Norwegian frontier.
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Hemnen
Heuter
Gotenburg
Planned Economy Allies War Effort Mobilizes Empire Wealth
The article outlines Britain and France advancing a planned economy to mobilize Allied resources. It notes colonial output targets and government purchases of sugar, cocoa, sisal, and oils, with increased control over colonial economies to maximize wartime production. The plan aims to surpass old market systems and sustain total war capabilities.
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France
Reichsma
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Gold Coast
Protest in Parliament over ALF relatives on wharf
Mr Apurr of the Labour group protested in the House yesterday about relatives of private ALF members being barred from the wharf as troops departed overseas while relatives of officers were allowed. Minister Street called the complaint unfounded but promised inquiries.
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Scout Week plans and troop formation in Canberra
Canberra Scout District outlines Scout Week events including a district camp fire at Forrest Club Room and a Father and Son night. A public meeting in Ainslie aims to form the 1st Canberra Ainslie Boy Scout Troop, with D. P. Israel coordinating. Empire Day service details at Albert Hall with marching groups and pipe band.
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First Gam berra drill hall parade held with mandatory attendance
Militia notes report the inaugural parade at Gam berra drill hall held last Tuesday attended by muster and staff. Brigadier Smith and staff visit Canberra Sunday with a dinner by officers of 3rd Battalion Queanbeyan. recruitment for the Ingleburn depot seeks trained personnel.
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