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Newspaper

Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Oct 14, 1943

Page

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British Landing in Azores to Man Defence Bases

London reports a decision by Portugal to host Allied base facilities in the Azores as part of a broader war strategy. British naval indications say landing troops and storing matériel will bolster Atlantic defense and maritime protection routes. The move, tied to neutrality shifts and expected allied operations, signals strategic value for transatlantic supply lines and a potential shift in Iberian diplomacy.

Azores Jaurchil Beemer Toroipe Canna Walsland Europe Churchill el Wa Pacific Ser Rooneyalt Atlantic America Lisbon Brit Ai Tronald Cacap- Wa Biritiah Foreign Office Meral Wwf K. Roberta Port Fam Dr. Salazar Gannan Newaagmey Ipl Wilvette Premnt Taahan Nawerthetus Berlin Atromg Aziarioan Italy Beinemaio Portu Axin al Ain

Shelly of Britain by Techeboropelieg shelle reports reach Istanbul

The dispatch from Istanbul notes alleged preparations for a British shelling threat by a secret tech group. It claims German, Austrian, and other European authorities discuss new explosive weapons and rocket shells. A neutral military attache warns of a looming Eastern front shift with tightened control and withdrawals.

Istanbul Britain Techeboropelieg Adr Germany

Japan claims heavy raid on Madras in new radio report

Tokyo radio reported a Japanese naval air raid on Madras with attacks on installations and port facilities. The broadcaster claimed Japanese planes pursued ships across the Indian Ocean, burning installations as bombs fell. Japanese authorities later denied any planes were shot down.

New York Tokyo Madras Indian Ocean Warghoume

German Flank Threat Reported On Volturno Line

Allied forces press on in central Apennines as German flank threats loom on the Volturno line. Cairo and AEF dispatches claim advances of over 14 miles in rugged terrain toward Vinchiatoro while Eighth Army engages regrouping German defenses. Naples harbour activity resumes and road junctions near Vasio Pixnor are targeted amid heavy bombing.

Volurno Fifth Army Vinchiatoro Crogettely Apennines Algiars B.U.P Akirrahing Teemoll Eighth Army Alan Termoll Helgata Cairo Castel Volturne Naples Vasio Pixnter Humnbare Cercl Maggior Termolacca Ranaport Ralway Yarde Civite Veenno Rhe Berno High I Vollieno

Allied Air Losses Over Germany Reported

Britain announced in the House of Commons that September operations against Germany and occupied territories resulted in British and American bomber losses. The report cites Allied air losses during the period ending September.

Germany London Abr Bir Paid” Binclairt Hitnove of Commons Gritain Occupied Territories

Badoglio Declares War On Axis

New York reports Italy will formally declare war on Germany today and be recognized by the Allies as a co belligerent. Algiers radio says Badoglio issued a decree declaring war on Germany with Britain and the United States preparing recognition. Observers note Churchill's hint that the Italian fleet may operate under its own commanders under United Nations guidance.

New York New York Times Italy Germany Algiers Radio Badoglo Britain United States Tosa United Nations Allien Churchill

Italian Ships For Allied Cause

London news reports Prime Minister Churchill answering MPs about the Italian fleet. He notes over 100 ships in the operation and discusses future positioning and use of the vessels for Allied advantage, emphasizing strategic value and potential destinations. The discussion highlights crews and operation rights in wartime planning.

London Thesay House of Commons Prieny My. Churchill Uae Cumsdisaion Crewe Churchill

Italian aristocrats arrested in Florence probe

Count Calvi di Bergolo, son-in-law of King Victor Emanuel, was detained while attempting to reach an ally in Bern, amid reports from Rome that other members of the Italian aristocracy are being tied to a pro-British Savoy movement. Florence reports detail a broad arrest sweep.

London Calvi di Bergolo Victor Trmmvanuel Berne Florence

Russians Force Salient at Kiev in Major Push

Allied dispatches report a Russian breakthrough north of Kiev with a salient driven into German lines. German forces retreat while Russian infantry and Siberian units push toward the Dnieper bend, threatening critical positions and potentially a Stalingrad-scale engagement. Local German reserves are rushed to contest the advance as Berlin reports fierce fighting near Kiev and along the Dnieper.

London Wedareday Vicky Radie Kiev Cveerhangiy ‘Excapent Sivjlens Actos Fo Stine Inelr Berlin Comal Are Ail von Suainatta Alunaie Che 'Weal Tagathet Bremenchug Zaparagho Nokaisk Vitebek Gemel Age Dumpa Storne Reniiere AUP Rihancy

Roosevelt Attacks Touring Senators Over Criticisms

Washington Wednesday as President Roosevelt challenged touring senators over criticisms of the New Deal war material program. He cited 80,000 civilian rackets and 12,900 of 21,000 transport trucks shipped to Australia with MACARTHUR approval, noting discrepancies in the senators’ public statements and the actual war material orders.

Washington Sapien Ing Seni Australia Au Jaan Roosevelt Allan Morelover

Defenders of Kos Fight on Trials of War

The article reports on wartime proceedings and UN discussions to establish machinery for prosecuting war criminals tied to Kos and Dodecanese events. It notes government controls on coal mines in Bullieh and Berlin radio claims regarding miners and mine seizure, with mentions of key figures Lewin and Beate.

Washington London Algiers Ser Kos Ate Lewin Berlin Nutance

Daring Display By Midget Sub Crews In Mission

The report notes a bold attack by a small submarine unit coordinated with Allied forces. Admiral von Tirpitz led operations while Colonel Knox was in England. The action aimed to free British fleet units for Pacific duties as the Mediterranean theater was cleared of threat.

Washington Mary Knox von Tirpiim Lew Know Wes England Geeaiah Mariies Mediterranean Pacific

Isolationists Demand Payment for Lend-Lease

U S isolationists in New York press for repayment or compensation for lend-lease aid. The Washington correspondent cites senators Mead Ellender Hatch and Wheeler arguing Allied efforts benefited the United States, urging transfer of resources from Atlantic bases and British gains to America, amid prewar tensions.

New York Wadnesday Washington Benate Weagion Ube Frat Alopingert Renator Mead Sialomenta Wli Ronald Wheeler Ate Govirmmentn Jeaac United States Gainea Ameren Atlantic Hatch Ellenden Wheeler Americkad

Toll of Japanese Shipping

Allied submarines, mostly American, have sunk 780000 tons of Japanese shipping in the past several months, President Roosevelt told a wartime conference.

Washington Anoverolta

War briefing on Allied air and naval actions near New Britain

Reports from New Zealand forces describe Allied aircraft and naval units engaging Japanese convoys and positions around New Britain and surrounding areas. Highlights include hits on a convoy near Cape St George, ground actions in the Raum Valley, attacks on Ambon and Amboina fronts, and air sorties over Wewak and Bougainville with several ships and barges damaged or destroyed. Major NZ involvement noted at Vella Lavella with coordinated operations and local contact strengthening.

Raum Valley Bren Ram Ure Fangea Pombera Kenney Ilied Air Forces Baber White Bia Triple Inn David Wekken California Inn Taghininge Wewak Et. Thomes B. McGuire Terns Zergaaa Mitch Chambers McGuire Prencie D Dubisher Auconna Jap Mehta Bentera Dutch New Guinea Mundkwark Hire Hiawa Ream Valley Pontine Ura Finsenhafen Pope Fang Morgania Teland Allencing Choisreul Tomat

Germans to Relax Harsh Treatment of War Prisoners

Stockholm report states the German Inspector General for prisoners of war announced a shift toward more humane conditions for Allied captives. The plan calls for improved candor and kinder treatment of British and American prisoners, signaling a potential easing of prior harsh policies.

Stockholm Tuesay German Fcieoners Fea Prin Imere Bettiah Amery Cane Inne

Moscow and London discuss shortening the war

Report from Moscow and London notes that shortening the war is the primary aim. The forthcoming three powers conference is referenced, with speculation about possible mood in Paris and divisions among Domes. Pravda emphasizes this as the key reference point for policy and discussion among Balkan states.

Moscow London Wednessay Fan Ruatiast Froitiere Balkan States Pravda

Allied Objection to Italian Royal Title

London reports an Allied objection to Italian royal title claims involving the King of Tayan Eiperor of Elbopia and King of Albania. Officials say discussions with the Italian government aim to secure a formal stance, with implications for future recognition and diplomatic relations.

London Wedrastay Elbopia Albania Kaw Radoghe

Munitions Worker Refuses To Fight For Country

Newhaven Connecticut report on a munition worker named Mocatsky who admitted to failing to report for military service. The court noted his lack of action for the war effort. He pleaded guilty but would not leave the United States, with the judge adjourning the case for 20 days as his family faced hardship.

Newhaven Conn Indwetlan Imi Aoki United States Tes

Terrible Plight of India's Starving Millions

Calcutta correspondent reports Bengal faces mass hunger with over a million starving inward. In city slums and park centres thousands of women and children beg, weave, sleep, and suffer as babies receive scant food. The Empire's second city endures harrowing scenes amid famine.

India London Calcutta Adda Bengal Ieee Bates

Exemplary penalty for defective work in early notice

Fragmented text references exemplary penalty for defective work with scattered names and places. The noisy OCR shows unclear geography and dates, mentioning Cleveland and Ohmugee, suggesting a legal or contractual context. Details are illegible. core items cannot be confirmed.

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