Wartime Birmingham Muse Behind Allied Supply Efforts
A veteran who led technical manpower roles in Britain's war economy recalls covert tests behind enemy lines in Libya and France. He describes Birmingham as a hub for Mulberry harbor work and petrol distribution plans, the Pluto terminal, and close Allied cooperation with the Underground. He reflects on risk, secrecy, and postwar plans for Australia.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Igen
Ines
Libya
Comlinen
Birmingham
Armed Forces and Supply Department
Gibraltar
Alen
Normandy
England
Bt Luke
France
Emem
Pluto
Bealos
Raul
Frie T Aube
Borls
Eng Langrin
Mienth
Interre
Fronta
Tewan
Teviensma
Mame
Eman Tt
Omytance
Guimber
Austrade
Nerous
Austra Wa
Star Welfare
Autre
Why Are Dutch Ships Still Banned
A wartime trade article argues the Dutch shipping ban persists for three months under colonial controls impacting the Netherlands Indies. It warns repercussions for Australia’s economy, urging unions and government action to restore trade, production, and living standards while criticizing political delay.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mure
Netherlands Indies
Australia
Léa
Bulivia
United States
NLC Erie
Citralia
Iniluer Weirahipa
Maley
Ching
Mir
Gotrug
Oltier
Tex
Australis
Free Unionistas
Rxport
Lnin Cengaa Pty
Forbes Municipal Council Sees Water and Sewer Plans
The meeting outlined water system work including flushing, pumping at the plant, and a new truck for sewerage. Building permits were approved for J J Paratin and A Anderson while a subdivision at HV Gord was approved.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Walter
Mrr. Doyle
Maine
Allrathon
Presa
Department of Public Works
Leo
Noit
Corneil Heels
Bo Br
Press
Public Service Board
Forbes
Yemont
Jefar- Matton
J. J Paratin
A. Anderson
William Street
BNE
RO. Pal‘mer
Gord
Oxford Street
Campbell
Sydney
Batteries Save 1 Ob Battery by Marshall Factory
An advertisement urges readers to order fresh batteries from a Marshall factory with factory prices. It promises substantial savings and guarantees in writing and offers a 15 page catalogue with free postage.
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Mearon Conalatenity
Cerurel
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Winchcombe, Carson Ltd
Mead
Witchrombr House
Bridge Street
Granehes, Yass
Forbes Dirance
Rourke
William's Wines
Uncle Tobys
Britain
B. A. Westen
Ministry of Labor
Hwo Devia
Tneusands
Bieyles
Anyling
Toran Elim
Polititians
Bones
Angie
Dunkie
de Witt
Theo
Forbes Municipal Council
Camp Hill
Orange Bond
Ald Herthley
Wrebh
Imeth Hughting
Alabed “Te Baa
Telvessman
Unesman
Elek
Anat N. Smith
Iuw
Tmpindino
Rowl Gill
Labo
Kenliy
Poy
Cornell Baker
Tay Stovks Pethcicg
Ite
Parkes
Murphy , Bar Techs
Heiffer
Halpin
Ald Harteber
Martin
W.L. Lawler
Council
PP Board
Lawler
Otek
Porch Chaire
Ueber
Bulls Head
Gredeort
Chapmlans Pty. Ltd
SUSSEX ST_ SYDNEY
Mantel
A.C. Broadcast
Eceiver
Tame Bode
L. J. Johnson
Templar Street
Sheffield
Mac. Robertson
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