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Newspaper
Gloucester Advocate
Location
Gloucester, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Nov 08, 1940
Page
1
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London reports unconfirmed talks of Koritz fall as pivotal to Italian northern front. Greek artillery and Allied air actions target Bari Brindisi Santi Quaranta with strategic implications for Epirus Macedonian fronts. Rumors of Greek island and mainland landings surface, but official sources stay silent.
Amateur photographers continue to attempt images of barred locations and items such as fortifications and weapon depots despite the National Security Regulations. The Photography Order forbids capturing aerodromes, docks, arsenals, and armed forces areas, with prosecutions to follow for violators after no prior reese ordering. A doctor notes dental troubles linked to overreliance on tinned food and advises a tin opener for daily use.
British Prime Minister Churchill told the House of Commons that bombing of Italian bases and towns would continue on an ever increasing scale. He noted civilian casualties in Britain totaling about fourteen thousand with twenty thousand injured, mostly in London, while military losses remained relatively low and munition output largely undamaged. He described the invasion threat as an invasion scare and said Middle East forces were strengthened with thousands of troops.
Beatrice Hazelwood and James Williams wed at St. Peter's Church East Maitland with Rev K Single officiating. The bride wore magnolia Limerick lace over taffeta and hyacinth accents. bridesmaid Miss E Simmons in heaven blue Chantilly lace. best man Mr. R J Grierson of Coffs Harbour. Reception at Mechanics Institute. couple to honeymoon on North Coast and Taflelands. Home to be at Charles Street East Maitland.
A survey shows drought is among the widest spread on record with 74 percent in need of rain. Wheat output may drop to half normal, fat stock scarce, and sheep losses mounting as stockmen strain finances. Pastoral authorities warn only general rains soon can avert disaster. five or six inches could be worth millions.
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