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Australia to Boost War Supplies for Allies
Report from Melbourn e April details wartime production boosts across Australia. Wool mills are coordinated to supply uniforms and undergarments, with contracts for 1.1 million yards of flannel and 200 000 woolen undershirts. New Zealand mills face large orders for navy sweaters and knitwear. Sydney area plans 250 000 to 300 000 sheep placed with imperial authorities for transportation and slaughter. A Melbourne shoe firm contemplates a $8 million contract to supply 1.5 million pairs of soldiers shoes for Russia.
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