Allies Drive Deep Into Desert At Italian Lines
British, Egyptian, Doruniona and Free French forces crossed 75 miles of desert toward Italian positions with Navy and RAF support. Churchill said air and sea bombardments pave the way for a lightning army advance as clashes widen near Sidi Berani and the front pushes westward.
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London
Batars
Doruniona
R.A.F
House of Commons
Mir Winston Charelill
Middle
Engy
Navy
FAI
Churet
Tilo
RAF
Churchill
Beattatson
Farihies
Mildaby
Sidi Berani
Marshal Grovlanis
Prom Cairo
Tfurt
Reinite
Onions Stealing Case Concludes In Police Court
In a local police court session a number of Tallans faced charges of stealing onions from Lee Fook, a Chinese market gardener. Nicola Nicatagzo and Frank Nicolaro were tried. a guilty verdict led to fines and orders for restitution. The case against Miceli Nicolasss was adjourned and later withdrawn. further charges against Nicole Maom! were not resolved as the proceeding stood adjourned until December 17.
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Lee Fook
Chines
I. Donaldon
Nicola Nicatagzo
Frank Nicolar
Onell
Miceli Nicolasss
Will ‘Thia
Alter Avaldo
Ad l
Frank Micclazio
Lecomons
Nicole Maom
Ro. Palmers
Local swimming accident at Weir Reserve
Mrs Doyle and John Meagher, members of the J-Oo Pty Ltd staff, suffered an accident while swimming at Weir Reserve on Wednesday afternoon. The incident involved a dive that went wrong and caused injuries to the desk.
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Weir Reserve
Sidi Barrini Falls to British in Egypt Offensive
British forces report capturing Sidi Barrini and surrounding fortifications as they advance in Egypt. Reports describe prisoners taken, material seized, and heavy bombardment of airfields and defenses with ongoing naval support.
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Sidi Barrini Falls
London
Ue Beriddeh
Egypt
Sidi Barrini
Greek Front Battles Rise as Forces Rally Deep in Greece
Aze grim narrative claims Greek frontline forces push to advance with support from Lar RAP squadrons aiding supply lines. Intelligence notes German air activity over Britain and Germany, while propaganda condemns military leadership for failed campaigns and calls for stronger opposition.
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Lucy
Feo
Firefke
Erties
Bluzing Volone
Thaler
Trallung Meilitary
Greece
Britain
Agaliy
Germany
Price of Bread to Rise in Forbes Town
The town announces a bread price increase starting Monday as the Price Fixing Commission has set the loaf price at 2 1/2 cents per loaf and delivery charges rise. Master bakers sign the notice citing a historically cheaper rate compared to surrounding areas.
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Orben
Harger
Bombing and Recon Planes Activity Reported at Harbor
Vague note reports Monday bombing and reconnaissance flights over the harbor area. Weather described as very unfavorable, hindering operations and visibility.
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Ares
Ambulance finances show improvement at Forbes district meeting
The Forbes Ambulance Committee reported a satisfactory month with revenue over capendiiare at 22 pounds and general fund credit rising to 144 pounds. The treasurer Langmead noted previous balances and expenses, while the superintendent Wheeler cited profits from three carnivals and a dance event. wagons logged 1389 miles and 207 hours worked.
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Forbes District Ambulance
Capendiiare
Langmead
Wheeler
Wongnjong P. & C. Association
Mercury
Air
Norman Mulquerney
Tempesti
Agai
Wasalee
Mulweeney
Ford Wins 8th Term After Mayoral Allowance Vote
Alderman Ford secured the mayoral seat amid a tied vote on the 190 allowance set to match last year. The council backed Ford along with Quon as contenders, and Flannery Webb as deputy mayor. A dissent by Alderman Gunn led to disruption and an adjournment with plans to cover the incident in the next issue.
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Ald. Gunn
Ald. Holman
Ald
Green
Dunn
Hegan
Ford
Quon
Flannery
AM. Webb
Ald Ford
Gunn
Greek advance continues amid frontline gains in Albania
An Athens communique reports ongoing Greek operation along the front with key posts captured and general resistance overcome. It notes Greek troops pushed north of Ban Quiranta by 15 miles and continued advances as heavy losses were reported on the opposing side.
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Athens
Ban QuIranta
War Loan Publicity Drives Planned After City Meeting
A city meeting chaired by Alderman Ford discussed publicity for war saving certificates and loan subscriptions as Australia mobilizes for war. Alderman Langmead urged targeting small deposit holders with £10 canvassing, while Alderman Meagher urged immediate public support to avoid compulsory taxation. The publicity committee and Mr Wheatley were tasked to implement future loan plans, noting Forbes sales at £20,134 from many small contributors.
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Ald. Ford
Australia
Qwoey
Clarence
Langmead
Meagher
Chaly Sete
Joans
A. &. Wheatley
Forbes
Mutual Life Society Adverts Details 12 Months Results
The notice outlines T G Mutual Life Society figures for the year ended September 30. It cites 163 720 new policies across ordinary and industrial areas totaling 14 014 204 in value, plus 14 477 018 Personal Accident and Sickness policies issued. Accident benefits 1 709 413 added to existing policies, with income and assets referenced and reversionary bonuses noted.
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T. 4G. Mutual Life Society
Renaurances
Secident Department
Marist Brothers Concert Delights Town Hall Audience
A crowded Town Hall welcomed Forbes Marist Brothers College students as they staged a manual concert featuring gymnastics and a romantic operetta Fire Bell in the Forest. Performances included vaulting, parallel bars, a chorus rendering the National Anthem, and solos by J Sheehan, J Ruge, and J Rath. The production, praised for its drop curtains and rehearsal discipline, showcased strong school talent and earned the audience enthusiastic applause.
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Forbes Marist Brothers’ College
Waa
Appiaume
Joy Turner
Pololat
J. Kath
Ophelia
Pete
Prince Percival
Prince
Old Forster
Alexis
Keith Page
Vorloun Porcher
Alexia
Alewds
Francis Stubb
Keith Fagg
Pogu
Fella Aleks
Stubb
Gell
Fagg
Jhut
KR. Lamont
Count Rupert
Count Leopold
G. Preebry
W. Woods
Alexia Forster
J. Rheehan
Kelth Pagg
D. Murphy
Dan Bluster
J. Sheean
Old Berecchstown
R. Hughes
eBlald
J. Sheehan
J. Ruge
J. Rath
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Jones
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Mutual Live Society
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