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Newspaper
Corowa Free Press
Location
Corowa, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Jun 21, 1940
Page
3
London dispatch reports agency details on plans progressing through most representatives. Radio coverage notes British and German positions, with analysis of Western Front dynamics and diplomatic signals amid ongoing conflict.
Fragmented OCR text references a broad attack with Mussolini and Allied forces in Brittany. No clear events, dates, or entities to confirm. This yields an unclear, partial report with scattered terms and misread names.
The Royal Air Force announced continued bombing strikes on Germany focusing on supply lines and critical targets. Reports describe aircraft over Bremen and Wanover areas with attacks on yards power stations and rail facilities, highlighting steady pressure on industrial and transport hubs.
Official reports state 20 Italian prisoners were taken along with combat equipment including tanks lorries and machine guns after an encounter in Cairo near the front. Estimates put Italian losses at 30 to 90 dead with wounded, while no British casualties were recorded.
London June 20 Lord Beaverbrook the minister for aircraft production said that production in every category since 10 had exceeded the convoy limit. He noted casualties by accident at home and praised workers in aircraft and engine shops for relentless effort sustaining the nation and guarding the nation’s air power.
Reports say German aircraft struck along the East Coast with heavy anti aircraft fire and counterattacks. Radar and coastal defenses responded as patrols tracked the raids and issued alerts to coastal cities.
Local notes reveal Margaret Pascal and Corare inmates associated with Cambar guest arrangements at Mr and Mrs Nor. J Wotan Jr informs of hospital stay and Kale soned recovery. Mr and Mrs Tucker prepare to depart for Stareborough with Mr Turker taking stationmaster duties at Tod Way. Corowa and Wabgunyall movements connected to ongoing operation at Corowa oval. Bird family from Corowa featured with engagement plans and wartime enlistments noted among local officials and clerks.
A wedding at Turkeyslayland was quietly celebrated between Burney Meltouros and Joan Bal a Bal. The bride wore a green woollen coat and was attended by a matron. The ceremony featured phrases and verifications and the couple began their married life together amid festive rumors and local chatter.
An Ambulance Fund appeal is urged by the Corowa branch of the Red Cross Association with promises of donations. Key supporters include G. Simpeen Inc and local notable names, urging public generosity to equip and place ambulances with minimal delay, authorities backing from Corowa Patriotic Committee and district officials.
Twenty one recruits for the ALF. left Wakguryah yesterday morning with companies from Oaklanda Corowa Corona Doyadile and surrounding areas. Names include J. W. Carmichael C. A. Carmichael H. J. Deale V. A. Brown A. F. Bui W. Croeby A. Par Toll Forbes J. N M Jones Lumby Phipps Poldecin Rushton Sutton Talbot Nagle Farley Colina Murtha Gleeson Turc ont Lille McNerin Stevens and others.
An opinion column from Sydney discusses likely abolition of midweek metropolitan racing and fewer Saturday night greyhound meetings. The piece argues the move would help wartime patriotism and reduce profiteering by proprietary clubs, urging continued support for non profit and war aims.
The notice states that municipal elections will be suspended for the duration of the war and eleven months after its conclusion, outlining the basis for postponement and confirming continued governance by current officials during the war period.
Mr JW Allen, secretary of the Grawlere' Avendation of New South Wylee, calls strong effort to promote wool to restore Britain with foreign product. He notes a large wool purchase would aid services and home use, and warns postwar markets risk stagnation if exports pause. American markets seen as crucial for timely demand.
In Sydney on Thursday about ten women from two departments blocked five shopkeepers demanding action. They urged an immediate demonstration to support the war effort, arguing the public should be allowed to decide freely. Police will organize a patrol with the aim of preventing another similar incident.
Announcement from the Chief Warden of Coreen Shire Mr 4H Witte invites male and female residents aged 17 years and upward to enroll for national emergency services. Applications for patrols and training will be advanced, with instructors appointed in local sections. Further details available from Mrs EL Le Campbell Coreen Office Corona. The movement aims to cover the Commonwealth and expects ready service from all capable residents. Enrolment now.
Edward Baylis aged about eighty three or eighty four died at his mother’s residence in Wahgunyah after a long life as a early pioneer resident. He left a large family including Henry Arthur Albert and Mellia with many relatives mourning his passing. The funeral at Wahgunyah Cemetery was led by Reverend J Towns, with mixed attendance from neighbors and friends.
A Turaday morning special meeting of Coreen Shire Council discussed the Sydney Lord Mayor’s Fund and Patriotic efforts. Dr. Willie reported on wartime welfare, cautioning subcommittees, and plans for War Savings Certificates and women’s auxiliary work, with council members urging unity and public access to proceedings.
Mr William Flanagan of Corowa died at Cmelfeld Military Hospital on Friday June 17, aged 45. A former grocer and serviceman, he served over two years in the Great War, later worked in New Zealand and for the PM’s department. Survived by his widow and daughter, his funeral was held at Willimstows cemetery with a large attendance from family and friends.
An Australian government debate on compulsory wealth and manpower conscription intensifies as ministers including Mr. L umpteen Tila and Mr. HK. Nock discuss wartime labor control and the possible Canberra action toward the 20th. The plan envisions directing labor and funding for war production, with public notices indicating local shire election decisions and council discussions on enforcing policy and penalties.
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