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Newspaper
Geraldton Guardian And Express
Location
Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Dec 20, 1944
Page
5
London reports German forces continue in the Philippines counteroffensive and in Europe as air attacks intensify. Allied observers note heavy fighting, with Luftwaffe activity at high levels and Japanese defenses described as relatively weak in some sectors.
London reports a security blackout on German offensive progress on the Western Front. Allies forceful counter actions created the largest infantry armour air battle of the campaign, with German advances checked along the seventy mile front from Malmedy to surrounding areas. American units fall back as towns and supply hubs are evacuated to rear areas.
Reuters reports at Supreme Allied Headquarters that German forces pressed forward with paratroops and transport to back an infantry push on a scale not seen since Normandy. Ninth Air Force destroyed 140 enemy aircraft and damaged seven, plus over 1,100 motor vehicles, while western sectors showed limited activity except for counterattacks near Colmar.
Adelaide December 1 1944 The Minister for War Organization of Industry announces allocation of 210000 rural workers from the forces to primary industries including dairy vegetables fruits dried fruit weaving and nurseries meat and dairy industries 300 shearers 100 poultry and eggs sugar field and mill workers cereals fodder and more Theatre reservations urged for The Bleat's In with showings beginning Monday night and continuing through Tuesday to Wednesday. theatre office hours limited Monday and Tuesday evening
In December near Leyte and Mindoro, Japanese forces sustained heavy aviation losses while American air forces claim confirmed destroyies and damages. General MacArthur reports allied air superiority with several Japanese planes shot down or crippled, amid ongoing ground operations in the Philippines.
On Leyte December 19 Valencia aerodrome in the Ormoc Valley fell to American forces. The TH Division executed a west enveloping move, trapping large enemy forces between Valencia and advancing units from Ormoc as they press north along the main road above the village.
Strong forces attack enemy ships in the Hultic port of Gdynia. The mission involved a journey of over 1,000 miles as German battleships Lartzow and vor Scheer and other cruisers are now locked up in Gdynia. Submarines may also be based there, posing a threat to Altivd supply routes and Russian shipping in the area.
Moscow dispatches describe Soviet forces pushing toward the Slovakia border in a broad front. Reports claim units reach the border area and pressure Slovak defenses with Polish and guerrilla support, while the main column seeks further incursions into Hungary and Czechoslovakia.
London reports The Ben Army drives toward liberation of Czechoslovakia with Russians ten miles from Kosice and breaking toward Bratislava. German lines hold south of Central Slovakia as Moscow notes crossings into Hungary and Czechoslovakian villages amid border clashes.
Moscow reports a two way Red Army thrust toward Acaidy along the Czech border and northwest of Lake Balaton. The battle costs hundreds of Hives daily as Malinovsky's forces press across muddy flats toward the Danube, widening the threat to Budapest from the east.
London reports describe Crilla troops using armored cars tanks and mortars with Beaufighters in an Athens to Passidon drive against ELAS. British paratroops threaten Acropolis Hill and nearby heights as disrupted Greek political leadership struggles with the Papandreou government and calls for troops to stand down.
Geraldton residents hear the visiting nurse scheme faces serious finances as president km warker warns the service may not continue without new funding. secretary C H Pendiment notes a rise in visits and collections over three years, with 164 more visits than last year and a total of 477 14 1 in receipts. The car's use drew attention, and the secretary praises nurse Nellie James for her service while announcing plans for the committee’s first meeting and re election of officers.
A blob of mixed classifieds from Geraldton Newspapers Limited lists items for sale and services including linseed oil, varnish, knives, luggage, and general hardware. It also advertises lodging for young people, a communist party masquerade message, craft supplies, pocket diaries for 1945, Christmas layaways, poultry for sale, and several employment postings from local firms seeking cooks, office juniors, and a jeweller's shop assistant.
The notice lists services at Bluff Point Walkaway and Northam with times in the morning and evening and mentions the Bishop of the North West Right Rev J Frewer presiding. It references Rev BR C Moore and First Greenough Anglican Parish as part of the schedule in the North West region.
Reports describe renewed fighting in Albens and nearby Piwonia Square with uneven clashes and a cautious pause in other districts. Communications from King Cevege indicate concern as regional factions and a rebel movement in Groner struggle with imposed controls while authorities attempt to maintain order and security.
Sam Holy Communion at East Chapel 10 am. Nahawas 1 acre Holy Communion. Blu Point 11 15 am Children Service. Nivowon Holy Commander. Greenough Anglican Parish 10 am. St Catherine's Greenough. The preacher will be the Beacon of the Northwest Tight Rev J. Brower. Dionynia Anglican annal 10215 am St John's Dougarn. The preacher will be the Bishop of the Northwest Eight Rev J. Brewer.
An advertisement touts Seenzo Cough Remedy as suitable for all ages and claims it saves money. It instructs mixing a bottle of concentrated Heczas with a pint of sweetened water, taking it internally for colds and flu, and using drops in the nostrils for nasal ailments.
In Geraldton yesterday morning the Court of Betty Sess iont granted renewal licenses to auctioneers A C Doyle Mogie Prim J P Kirwan West fallin Porwers Limited TE 1 Orr Pinter snails Co Limited and W J Edwards. No new licenses were issued. Land agents A Bogle J Allen were allocated and a marine dealer license went to J T Marsden.
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