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Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Sep 19, 1941

Page

3

Neutrality Act Repeal Advocated at American Legion Meet

Milwaukee observers report the American Legion National convention voiced unanimous support for repealing geographical limits on armed forces. The resolution urged unity and readiness to defend the United States, urging action against Hitler and his allies. The discussion occurred amid broader tax and wartime measures debated in Washington, with officials considering tax reforms and wage adjustments.

Milwaukee American Legion National Convention Hitler America United States

Tram crash in George Street kills worker and injures two

In Sydney early Thursday, a tram from Circular Quay crashed into a group of workers on the tram line between Liverpool and Bathurst Street. One man, Robert Hopks, 86, was killed and Bernard Henry Gordon, 3, and George Tung, 1, suffered injuries. The driver, George Lawson, said he was startled by overhead electric lights. The two injured men were treated and allowed to go home.

Sydney George Street Trann Robert Hopks Pennant Hiller George Tung Campsie Bernard Henry Gordon Liverpool Bathurst Street Circular Quay George Lawson Newtown Tepat

Tobruk Defenders Honored in Australian Message

A misshapen dispatch from Australia expresses appreciation for the Tobruk defenders. The message, discussed with the Prime Minister, conveys tribute to the brave men, as announced by an official envoy yesterday.

Tobruk

Sabotage at Melbourne Factory Leaves Machines Damaged

A 20-year-old labourer was detained today after an investigation into damage at a South Melbourne engineering factory. A file jammed in a machine caused £50 worth of damage and previous damage to machinery was reported.

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Textile strike ends after stormy Leichhardt meeting

In Sydney workers vote 1424 to 1072 to return to work amid tensions. Blows flare at Leichhardt stadium as police separate a clash. Melbourne reports note union leaders announce concessions on pay while militants push for extended layoff hearing.

Sydney Leichhardt Stadium Anderson Melbourne Avior Seerwu Melourne Roviley Enon

Fragmentary text about increased support and aid in a committee

Fragmented OCR text shows mentions of increased yeas and assistance programs, with unclear references to services and reductions. It references industrial committee, road work, and possible public or civic actions, but lacks coherent details or identifiable entities.

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