Retreat From the Rhine Civilians Flee Central Germany
Dispatch from London describes Montgomery's Rhine bridgeheads facing heavy German resistance. Allied forces push toward Frankfurt as civilians flee toward central Germany by various makeshift transports. Reports claim British, Canadian, and U S troops establish multiple bridgeheads while preparations for water and landings continue.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London
Montgomery
Rhine
Maine
Frankfurt
Germany
Berlin
Acros
First Army
Third Army
Aitesay Neta
Ras Pashiel
Ssaciec
Fihine
Co ‘Wia
Pield Marshal Mon
Amethor
Munster
Allied Air and Naval Attacks Hit Japanese Holdings
American carrier planes report 350 Superfortresses struck Magora destroying light ships including three destroyers and three freighters. Philippines bombers sank five freighters and damaged four escorts. US troops advance on Luzon as General Blaney praises Aussie volunteers and British forces push 70 miles, halving the Jalan front.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Magora
Ryukeyo le Land
Formoma
Philippines
Luson
Generel Blarney
South- West Pacific
Is—Landa
Australia
Generel Blaney
Britain
Easter holiday mail and office hours at Forbes Post Office
The Forbes Post Office observes Easter with reduced hours. Good Friday closes all day. malls close 1 am. Faster Saturday hours 8 am to 11 am for most business. mail despatch closes at 1 am. counter mail 11:15 am to 1:45 pm. Easter Monday 8 am to 10 am. mail delivery windows noted. daily wartime schedule also mentions a link to Sydney service and regular connections.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Forbes
Dam
Naval Ausimenta Paysale
SIMS
Geog
Sydney
Forbes-Eugowra Road Critique Sparks Civic Pride Debate
A letter from RE Buckingham of Orange condemns the Forbes to Eugowra road as in shocking condition. He argues lack of progress harms the town, notes better roads in Parkes Dubbo Gilgunday Wellington, and asks authorities to address the poor state affecting travel and welfare.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Forbes
Eugowre
Uke Parkes Dubbo
Gilgun— Diay
Wellington
Forbes-Bugowra
Dring
Tenancy Dispute Over Forbes Flat In Police Court
Mira Johontte Elizabeth Biot petitions Mr. G W Brown PM at Forbes Police Court seeking possession of No 4 Flat E House Forbes from Ernest Newcombe and family. John Williams for respondent says notice is sufficient but hardship shown. Mrs Elliott a widow states she resides at Bretidoune without help and lacks transport to Forbes, arguing eviction would worsen her poverty. Tenant allegedly refused offer to surrender current tenancy.
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B. OQ
Palmer
Mira Johontte
Elizabeth Biot
Ercildoute
Cowrs Road
G. W. Brown
Forbes Police Court
Sion
Elliott
Parkes Small Army Factory to Reopen with Hiring Increase
The Parkes factory plans to resume operation by a stated date with payroll rising to about 1,000 workers. Management expects postwar staffing to double, signaling a significant expansion after reopening.
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Champion-Post
Saya
Parkes
Ager
Pressurized Cabin for U S B 29 Enables Ground Level Flight
The Gamble compartment is a Bi Super cabin section designed to keep pressure uniform in thin air. Tests in a V8 factory before assembly verify the system’s effectiveness. Operators monitor artificial pressure on the instrument board as workers inspect gunner domes, showcasing a heated cabin enabling long missions without oxygen masks or heavy clothing.
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Gamble
Fram Witch
Destioy Instrument Board
Wither
Long Arm of Law Inlegally Using Motor rey
A terse report notes authorities pursue a case involving unlawful use of a motor vehicle. It outlines legal action and ongoing investigation, naming officers and the jurisdiction handling the seizure and custody of the suspected vehicle.
Man Under Sentence Fined in Forbes Case
A man identified as Richard Edwardes faced Forbes court where he admitted to unlawfully driving a lorry after taking it without permission. Witnesses described the incident on Parramatta Road at Crystal Street and court records show details of bail, charges, and subsequent proceedings.
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Dunk
Glebe
Gald
Parramatta Road
Petersham
Crystal Street
Forbes
Sue
Harris
Bydney
Peter— Tui
Faby Glebe
Perulaiog
CEW
Cme
Serosa
Edwards
Leichhardt Grediwm
Bell Omer
Scolb
O Neill
F. H. Harra
Sigur Miller
Arm
Sonia Ma
Wan
Mt Mill
Tmino
Dof Im
Pugist
Sydney
Saat
Semi Sullivan
Mr. Hamland
Sonia
Cheapeiin
Lancasters Over Forbes For Third Victory Loan Display
The four engined Lancaster bomber BQ M1 George will fly over Forbes at 1 25 pm in support of the Third Victory Loan. The aircraft, now displayed in Australia after extensive service against Germany, marks advances in Australian aircraft production with plans to manufacture Lancasters here. The Lane crew will watch the flyover as Beauforts accompany the demonstration of wartime and industrial progress.
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Offirialm
Australia
George
Forbes
Aguime
Germany
Europe
Australis
Amtraliaa War Museum
Lane
England
World Famous Violinist Delights Forbes Audience
Last Thursday Leo Cherniavsky gave an introductory concert in Forbes as a prelude to forming a local Cherniavsky Muni Club. Accompanist Clarence Black supported a varied program including Bach and Sarasate with strong audience appreciation and a plan to establish a district cultural club.
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Leo Cherttutsies
Porbes
Cherniavsky Muni Cal
Oriter
Chemlayaky
Nardin
Trhaikovsky
Sarasate
Schubert
Eljur
Juanhicu
Sarmsa
Clarence Black
Sr. Black
Leo Cherniavsky
Wudlenes
Clai
Etc
Forbes
Frank Herr
Mires
W. M.cartels
J. Dayla
Vi Latgmead Mina MM. Weaver
Ho Jennings
Arthur Franiels
Wiselm
Mwa Adulia
Train Mishap Delays Forbes Arrival for Sydney Passengers
Forbes passengers traveling from Sydney by Friday’s train faced delays as the service failed to reach Forbes. Many travelers were moved by motor bus from Parkes, with some using a second bus after a breakdown. Arrivals came just before 10 rather than 9, and some were taken to Parkes by motor coach after dispatch.
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Forbes
Sydney
Feht
Posenger
Parkes
Parke
Wat
Tye
Stowkincipal
Tg Parkes
Cmaix
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Beewe
Danube
14Th Army
Burma
The
Pacific
Mey
Forbes-Eugowra
Buckingham
Anson Street
Orange
U.S. B-29
Office of War Informilion Pietunre
Rey
Ania
Deferiantly
Haris
Tim
Mra. H. II
DeWitts
Pee Pre
Tore
UU Aera
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