28 Mar 1942
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Newspaper
Geraldton Guardian And Express
Location
Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Mar 28, 1942
Page
1
A wartime analysis assesses Allied confidence levels and strategic perceptions. It discusses United States Britain and their partners, Japan's war aims, and the shifting balance across Europe Africa and Asia, noting leaders, alliances, and anticipated outcomes.
Pilot Officer Mark Ernest Sheldon and fellow Australians attached to the RAP fighter wing praised Soviet workers and airmen after their unit, now withdrawn, engaged in combat. They reported Hurricanes shooting down four Me 109s and destroying further enemy aircraft. Shelton described harsh life at Rowane frontier outposts and Russian camaraderie amid trials.
A fragmented telegraph of Sunday services lists Salvation Army at 11 am and 7 30 pm under Adjutant Xie Havel, Wrewbyterian Church, and Cathedral services with various leaders including Lane Mason and Dr A J Gaemner. Additional entries cover Chelst Church, Moly Com and Methoutiet Chaeeh with prayers, sermons, and Holy Communion. The notice notes seats for uniformed men and a post service fellowship.
Canberra March 27 The Army Chief General Blamey has been appointed Officer Commanding the Middle East Force to supervise Allied forces in the region The Prime Minister and Minister for the Army F M Forde announced the decision noting the Government military board will reorganize and that General Blamey will assume new duties immediately The appointment underscores confidence from Government and the War Cabinet in Blamey and all party representation in Parliament.
The drought year shifts Western Australia’s pastoral outlook with floods and heavy rain causing widespread ruin. Merino and sheep breeding expand in Geraldton Northampton, while demand rises for quality rams amid favorable northern conditions. Metropolitan meat prices loom as supply constraints risk higher beef and lamb costs. Butter production reaches new WA record levels as dairy herds adjust.
Holy Week services announced at St Francis Xavier Cathedral with Maundy Thursday and Good Friday rites led by Bishop Geraldton and clergy including Rev. Father OConnor. Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament, Tenebrea prayers, and morning and evening services fill the schedule. A combined service will be held at Xt John’s Presbyterian Church on Got Perday with Rev Ian Rows and Rev Ray Hocking assisting.
London reports Prime Minister Churchill addressing a Royal Audience, citing reserves in Greece Crete Hong Kong Malaya Java and Singapore as crucial to ongoing Allied effort. He warns against complacency, vows readiness for further heavy reverses, and stresses Atlantic battle turning in Allied favor amid wartime uncertainty.
An older health advertisement claims relief for midlife decline and insomnia. It touts Dr Williams Pink Pills as restoring energy, improving sleep, and brightening eyes and skin, with promises of renewed strength and vitality. The copy appeals to men and women seeking relief from weariness and depression, urging purchase at chemists and stores.
In Serpentine a Glanaven Deke Sh, a one year old from the Glanaven line, performs notably among the Austrian Mttawarra Shorthorns. The event features several junior bred cattle and a wide range of tests, with attention on milk yield estimates and overall merit for entries like Pleten Treiman Flirt A MATIFE cow.
Pilot Officer Wiehardeon is praised for courage during an attack on the Germ bat le Denisers Sehiwenteerst. Despite shell fragments, he and a teammate pressed on, with one aircraft shot twice, but both crews returned safely to base.
A degraded wartime note urges rapid provisioning of camera types like Leet and Contax for air observers. The document stresses a near-term recruiting cost, reassures against equipment loss, and calls for expert evaluation to set values. It highlights urgent need to equip observers to identify enemy aircraft and support the Battle of Britain effort.
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