Improvements at Forbes Post Office and Telephone Exchange
Repairs and painting are under way at Forbes Post Office with an enlarged telephone exchange and new equipment planned. The project, scaled back due to war, aims to improve handling of growing traffic while delaying wider upgrades.
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War of Terror tempers neutrals amid Russo German talks
London reports a joint Russo German effort to intimidate neutrals while a weather freeze halts Western Front actions. Brussels notes Belgian tension easing after coal trade accord with Germany. A British patrol killed one German and suffered no losses as patrols clash on uncertain front lines.
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Belgium
Germany
Mo “i
Russian Bombing of Finland Intervenes as War Rages
Finnish reports describe ongoing Soviet air attacks on southern Finland with civilians sheltering through a record cold day. A Turku hospital was destroyed, 30 people killed in a shelter strike, while Finnish forces claim four Russian bombers shot down and wreckage found.
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Weather and trench status on the Munginot line restrict offensive action
On the Western Front heavy mowing has fallen on the British section of the Munginot Line. Offensive operations are impossible while present weather holds. Recent days show anticipations and precautionary measures including leave, but tension has eased and standby policy continues.
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Munginot Line
Hore Belisha Resigns as War Minister in Commons Row
In a Commons exchange, Hore-Belisha confirms no policy rift with Cabinet and cites no reason for resignation. Chamberlain faced heckling as he resisted detailing his decision while stressing no army policy change followed ministerial shakeups. He defends the move as separate from any pressure on him.
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Timeel
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Belisha
Hore-Belisha
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Sea Warfare Trip Sinks Submarines Feared
The Admiralty reports three British submarines Seahorse Unatine and Starfish failed to return from hazardous ops and are feared sunk. A German release claims Undine and Gtarfleh were sunk in the Heligoland Bight with survivors. Rio de Janeiro port notes the German freighter Banter left harbor bound for an unknown destination.
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London War Notes Stir Uncertainty Over Trade and Europe
A chaotic late edition reports growing quiet in the dup ag and rising concern over a trade treaty with Anos. Italy cautions that Rome could join Europe’s conflict. frost, Danube, and front-line events affect Allied and Axis plans as winter strains economies and mobilization.
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French Warship Battles U Boat Then Sinks German Freighter
A French warship attacked the U boat as it dived and shelled it. The ship then halted a German freighter believed to be the Janus as the steamer sped toward Germany. The U boat crew reportedly scuttled their vessel after the encounter.
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Germany
Wheat Prices Under Britain Sale Terms and Market Outlook
Article discusses Australia selling 36,440,000 bushels of Obed wheat to Britain at 68 a bushel fob for bagged wheat and 48 SR for bulk. It notes government plans to pay farmers for surplus wheat, potential production restraints, and implications for American relations and policy.
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Australia
Medlil
Wiel Iy
Intereal
United States
Electrical Disturbance Reported Across Forbes Region
A severe electrical disturbance hit Forbes and surrounding areas with recording highs and widespread lightning. The event caused power fluctuations, heavy thunder, and rainfall in some centers while Forbes itself saw a chilly weekend with records near ten degrees.
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Forbes
Alterations Planned for CWA Rooms
Five hundred pounds will be spent on the CWA to enlarge the assembly hall doubling its area. A new kitchen will be fitted with modern appointments. Entrance will move to the western corner and extra windows plus roof ventilation will be added.
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Weembly
Basel
Forbes stock sales show improved year over prior
Forbes municipal yards report 1939 stock sales higher than 1938, with notable gains in cattle and horse categories. Figures detailed by WH Walker show overall strength despite mixed livestock activity and no major stock losses.
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WH. Walker
Forbes Stock and Statin Agents’ Association
Paris Air and Charm for Charmosan Face Powder
It boasts Parisian chic with suave verve and lasting wear. The powder promises a long stay, reduces visible blemishes, and enhances skin tone, claiming instant charm for any age.
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Paris
Wedding of Mery Wood and Gordon Coutts at St John’s
The ceremony in St John’s Church of England united Mery Wood youngest daughter of Mrs J A Wood and the late Mr Wood with Gordon Coutts. Rev A E White officiated as Mery wore chalk white satin with tulle train and gardenias while her sister Mery Coutts in pink georgette attended as bridesmaid. The couple announced their future home “Yarra Lea” Wirringa and planned a honeymoon at Jenolan Caves and Sydney.
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St. John's Chutch
England
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Sydney
Charmosan Face Powder Sold in All Shades
An old advertisement notes Charmosan face powder available in all shades and suntan, with boxes priced at 2 shillings 6 pence. It highlights bold distribution by chemists, drapers, and stores.
Oil inquiry in Australia sparks debate over Steinbuckel claims
In Australia a figure named Steinbuckel proclaims vast oil prospects in the North West, while Minister for Mines and Forests Vincent says tests do not support his findings. Senators doubt the figures as Steinbuckel's agents seek shareholders in a party promoting oil exploration amid broad geologic disagreement.
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