Russian Resistance Stiffens Stalin's Order in Don Front
London dispatch reports Soviet forces under pressure near Salysk and Rostov with Moscow claiming Stalin ordered no withdrawals and officers to fight to death. German attacks press south of the Don while Russian counter offensives and river-crossing battles continue near Kunëbovak and Tslynnyanwtaya amid heavy tank and air support.
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London
OVIET
Don
Moscow
Red Army
Salysk
Rostov
Red Star
Josef Stalin
Stalin
Eletskay
Lower
Volga
Salyak
Tslynnyanwtaya
Kiev
Unita
Restev-Kremnode
Blatingrad-Kramoda
Euben
Peichanokopskaya
Germany
Gulf of Tagatrog
Batelsk
Teheran
Vorone
Tolyinyanskays
Timonhenko
Dor
Feinwelie
Voronej
Don River
Kletskaya
Allied air offensive reports bold strikes across Timor to Ambon
A communique from General Mackrider's headquarters says Aled bombers raided over Wide Eres and Allied forces sunk an enemy cruiser in the Bande Be, between Timor and Ambon. Bad weather prevented damage assessment and we suffered some losses. In Salaamua our bombers hit a center, one enemy fighter fell, and interception was attempted. At Lae airfields and installations were damaged. At another base five Zero fighters and one twin engine bomber destroyed. our fighters and one bomber were mined.
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Bande Bea
Timor
Ambon
Salamaua
AC Lae
District urged to carry identification cards weekly
Bathurst constable J Hunter and a force along the Great Western Road checked pedestrians during the weekend. About 590 people were questioned and most produced their cards. A few failed to comply and were warned to always carry their ID or face action later.
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J. Hunter
Bathurst
Forbes
Daylight Saving Time Set In Maine This Season
The daylight saving scheme will begin in Maine on Sunday September 27 with clocks moved forward one hour from 2 am. The arrangement will continue until March 3, 193.
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Maine
Japanese Occupation Expands in Solomons Guadalcanal
G H Q reports no new island crossings but confirms infiltration of Guadalcanal south of its capital, with Japanese airfield construction inland. Allied bombers hit enemy works near Kukum on the north coast and scored direct hits on a supply grip and eight large cargo ships.
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Solomons
G.H.Q
Guadalcanal
Twings
Townsville
Boba Ay Consi
Kukum
Government backs soldier pay exemptions and increased allowances
Prime Minister Curtin said the government would act on behalf of soldiers, proposing exemptions from taxation and higher payments to the forces. Observers regard the statement as a significant move, with the opposition pressing for parliamentary action.
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Mr. Curtin
Equal Pay Adopted in Three Government Factories
The Minister for Munitions announced that equal pay for women doing the same work as men has been adopted in three government owned munitions factories last week and may spread if successful. He noted higher absenteeism among women and cited reasons such as hairdressing days and a few women taking occasional days off to enjoy the higher wages.
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Ir Makin
Commonwealth Parliament Call Planned For September 3
The federal parliament was announced to convene on September 3 unless an earlier session becomes necessary. Prime figures indicated the move aims to address urgent national matters and ensure timely deliberation on forthcoming legislation.
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Eeee
Carlin
Still Continues Still in Egypt Air Activity
The report notes ongoing air activity in Egypt with no new land operations confirmed. Details are sparse and focus remains on aerial actions rather than ground deployments or tactical updates.
Forbes widow gains increased allowance from will
A Forbes grazier William Jones Marl died worth 157823 pounds leaving Elizabeth Marsh his widow. Equity Court ordered an increase of her annual allowance from 305 to 450 pounds citing years of hardship. Marsh described living in a workman's hut after a home fire and neglect, detailing lack of stove, bath, and credit denial.
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Equity Court
Bydory
William Janes Marl
Justing Roper
Marsh
Elizabeth Marsh
RO. Palmer
Porper
Waleow
Eugowrs
Marsh Anid
M Hong
Golded & Hall
Verasdeh
Wai ‘Walla
Sydney
Marah
Coupon Rules Clarified by Storefront Announcement
A local notice states coupons numbered 1 to 4 expire this week and will become unlawful for tellers to accept from customers after the upcoming Saturday, impacting redemption practices and customer expectations.
Forbes Filtration Plant Tender Decision for Completion
At a special meeting Forbes Municipal Council discussed tenders for the filtration plant. The Department of Public Works notes two bids, General Constructions Pty Ltd at £11,770 and Brown at £13,000, with total project cost now projected at about £27,300. Council considers accepting the lowest bid if Australian machinery can complete the installation and urges action to proceed promptly.
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Forbes Municipal Count Department
Australia
Department of Public Works
General Constructions Pty, Ltd
Adt
Brown
General Construction Pty, Ltd
Wb Cll le
Gale
Dempsey
Sydney
Ald
Pattdison
Ald. Bevegrove
Ald. Hawkins
Whit
Parkes and Forbes mull joint supervising engineer post
The council discussed a proposal from N E McDonald Parkes engineer suggesting a joint supervising engineer for Parkes and Forbes to save manpower during and after the war. The idea was discussed but not acted on and Beynon was invited for interview and later appointment confirmed at a Saturday meeting.
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Parkes
N. E. McDonald
Forbes
Durling Times
Normal Times
Council
J. F. Williams
Pole Raed
T. C Beynon
Baulkham Hills
Beynon
RAAF
Ada
Remson
More plant available in Australia at present time
The Mayor Alderman Harteher indicates that the matter will be resubmitted in the case. The motion was then put forward, signaling continuation of the issue and potential reconsideration.
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Australia
Ald. Harteher
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