Russian Front Struggles Near Collapse Amid Exhaustion
London dispatch reports predicted collapse on either side as German front lines strain under prolonged fighting. Soviet communique cites stubborn battles in Smolensk and Jitomir sectors with heavy German losses. Red Army claims destroyed German divisions and equipment, while exhaustion pressures both sides amid uncertain relief.
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London
Times
Novorjev
Heval
Smolensk
Jitomir
Gaman
Red Army
Gersay
Freezing tensions over British and American properties
A garbled report by Cabiad Mbahghal describes diplomatic frictions centered on British and American properties and potential responses. It mentions Westhead and Nye stations, Mong Koma, and British and Aroptian rule, with hints of retaliation and protective actions but remains unclear on specifics and outcomes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cabiad Mbahghal
Westhead
Bhangbwi
Éwatay
America
Bombing of American GunBoat Washington Summary
Fragmentary report describes bombing of an American gun boat, with World War II era details about statements from Sumner Welles and U.S. officials. Mentions damage to damage control and responses, noting confusion and missteps in the official account.
Germans Preparing Trouble in Iran Under Neutrality Strain
Cable from London reports Iran told the British Minister in Teheran that German technicians cannot be expelled without harming Iran's neutrality and relations with Germany. Iran plans precautionary measures, including commissions to rate radio stations run by two German experts. Reports from Iran hint at a possible coup to install pro-German rulers amid strong German sentiment in the army.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London
Teheran
Germany
Vittoria Ven Sighting After Matapan Battle Report
London dispatch reports the battleship Vittoria Ven reaching port in damaged condition after the Matapan clash. British forces are said to have sunk enemy ships, with the Vittoria Ven now undergoing repairs at a Maltese port under Allied supervision.
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London
Associated Trees
Alesandria
Vittoria Ven
Matapan
Tepaire
Japan Open to Halting Expansion Under Recognitions
Tokio correspondent reports Japan may halt expansion if democracies recognize actions in Indo China but warns against a Pacific encirclement stranglehold if economic pressure grows, including potential air embargo. Mobilisation official Koneye proposed four ordinances to mobilize industry aligning with a new stand.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London
Tokio
Vichy
Japan
Indo-China
Pacific
Mtr .Koneye
Rumored Threat to the Cardamelles and Bulgarian Movements
Wires report from Bulgaria claim Erin Haved personnel arrived at Varon and Burgas to prepare operations. Naval signallers and engineers en route to the Black Sea think tank, with Turkish officials viewing Axis men near the Dardanelles as premature. Some observers anticipate a September strike depending on Germany's Russia action. Also listed: trade ads for tractors and John Deere equipment for sale.
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Cabing
London
Bulgatia
Erin
Varon
Burgas
Sieninge
Mardyethos
Mey Reyer
Dardanelles
Germany
Russia
Horsham Red Cross Shop Sale Tracks Busy Friday
Red Cross shop in Horsham reports excellent takings last Friday with Matron Andrews and Abbotsleigh staff assisting. District residents will attend today with copper wood bags for sale, while competitions prizes were awarded to multiple winners including Mrs. Starr and Mrs. Berry. Further donations may be left with Mrs. R. B. Cook at the Bank of New South Wales Horsham.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Zifta
Andrews
Sister Frost
Starr
c/o
Gordon Andrews
Loyce Jelly
Ma'rom Andrews
O'Shea
Wesserchnitt Wetter
Bovch Engin
Torbu
TRGUT
Adauvision
Red Cross
Vietins
Horsham
Nye Borstaniy Ags
Todd Uu
Prisoners of War Appeal and Local Notices
Donations received for the Prisoner of War Adoption Appeal total £158 11s 9d after existing receipts of £4 14s. 0d. Names include Messrs Noske Bros W P Denholm Mrs F Holland Misa G Arthur and D Anderson. further be published next issue. Wrestling matches planned with two Melbourne big men visiting Horsham. Rotary awards include 4 3 5 for POW Adoption and 4 5 0 for Women’s Auxiliary. Local ads list various sales and farm items for sale and equipment listings with prices.
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Messrs
Noske Bros
W. P. Denholm
F. Holland
Misa G. Arthur Rie
David Anderson
Hutchinson's
Rotary Club of
Horsham
Women’s Auxiliary
Wanted - Glel for homework and Otuee hulp keyt
Fragmentary OCR notice listing several employment related items. Mentions MIRS and RODAX addresses, 28 McLachlan Street, and LONGERENONG COLLEGE with a vague call for a capable modern Melbourne worker. Contains unclear phrases and potential job postings with unspecified wages and duties.
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Glel
MIRS
RODAX
McLachlan Street
St John Church notices parish listings and times
Church notices for St John Church of England include a series of service times and names such as Rev Dersek Wong and Rev Shackell. Readings mention Holy Communion and Evensong with listed venues including East Wonwondab and McKenzie Creek.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
ST. John's Church OF England
Horsipam
EL EL Shekell
Eel Shacketl
Pam
Akbop Shackell
Deryck Wong
West Wall
J. Haker
Greene
Dan
Dersek Wong
Kalree
Dersek Wonk
McKenzie Creek—U
Derrek Wong
Church of Christ Service Announcement and Programs
At Ruthven the Church of Christ outlines a 2.20 p.m. Bible School and a Gospel Service led by Pastor C. W. Darkel. A message titled Three Aas Wrerm to the Same Quest lent is noted along with the offering for Soldiers Comforts and a welcome note.
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Autu
Ruthven
Ang Jesus Christ
Bible School
W. Darkel
Defence Act enrolment for military service 1940 proclamation
The Defence Act enrolment notice directs British subjects resident in Australia who reach 21 on or before 30 June 1940 to enrol within 30 days from 1 August 1941. It lists eligible classes including those born between July 1909 and June 1920 and residing in Australia for six months, with exemptions for certain officials and temporary absences. Noncompliance carries a £30 fine or three months imprisonment.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ix Mont Fe
Bernie
Callatet Tn
Naval
Milliaes
Ale Borves
Australia
Poreone
Commonwealth of of
State
Commonwealth
For Sale Farm Implements and Tractor
Various farm tools and a tractor offered for sale near Tough. Items include 1 four furrow shearer plough, 1 three furrow shearer plough, multiple rearer and leader parts, a Fordem tractor, two motors, an electric shaver, and other equipment. All machinery reception till ready for the paddock with several noted as in good condition.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wetartow
McKay
Pool Enndition
Thtyne Mitchel Hearltier
Martin Bet Rearlder
Tetyne Konning Seariter
Sanduke Srariter
Rotinen
Prekler
Quotation Notice for Water Commission Envelopes
A quotation will be received by the commission for water supplies at nappiy f.0.7. The notice specifies the delivery of one envelope set and outlines submission details for bids and related terms.
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Commission
Nappiy F
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Washington
Tran
Cobly
Cardamelles
Farrow Avkland Set Oh Pty. Lid
IR Sale
S.farrow
Smith
Tump- Jonp Plemeh
F. W. Grabsch Pty. Ltd
Prine Chs
Otten
Shearee
Bret Clas Onder
FW. Grabsch Pty
UTD
John Deere
Corer
Red Cross Society
Thase
AL +f Maen
Toa
Grose
Horsham and District Comforts Fund
Miz
Jean Cook
Drung South
Mra
Cook
Bank of Nsw
Hoham
Prisoners OF War Appeal
Melbourne
Oaten Itas
Faton
Hutcheston
Pimpinio
T. S. Sawyer
Car
Lynott Street
Federal
Slay & Millar Leariter
Harsham Times
MrPherson Street
E. W. McIntyre
Wynne & Rox
Prem Peacock
McKay Tenders
Harvester
Reblanon Harvester
Sheerey
Horsham and District Pipe Band
Ladien
Hoard's Orchestra
Mayers Theketn
Pawron
G. W. Cocaiane
PAPST
Soria
Fariety Street
Elpeeves, Sawyer. & Devlin
Sawyeie & Devlin
Iit
Evik
van Going
Ink Roading
Omer
Ralesman
Ball and Mouth Hotel Food Team
Victorian Railways
Horsham Recreation Reserve
W. TL Snqebridge
Horsham Base Hospital
Ryan
Bordertown
Natwrday
Clark
North
Harold Chan Thonge
Balmoral P. and
A. Society
UL. Wood
Grand Hospital
Pimpinio Hall
Virntil's Orchestra
Osborne
Horsham Golf Club
Eleanor Brookes
Tropty
Ingen Mn Sask
Allan
Sports Depot
Murennges
Beet
Dooen Golf Club
Stableford
Phern, Mo
Qouen
Nilivry
J 1. Menaddue
Farnington
Serenity
Brimpaen Hall
Til Bleakley
Eversone Wel Ali Hon. Bee
Quantong Hall
Thy
M. Dave
Hin
ST. Andrews Presbyterian Church
Amd
Donen
Prewcer
Ree
Tentheate
Ile
METON
Aughat
Church OF Christ
Tien Church
McPherson Sin
Horsmann
Green Lake
Rey OR
Thiele
Austeatia
CB Latvax
BOWE
Rm Go Tp Trees Fort
Horsham and District
Hersham Town Mall
Oranber
H. E. Williams Wilson
State Pty Comma Water
Gilmon
Secretm Council of Agricultural Rducation
Apring Street
Ance
Ened
M. J. Glark
Beamnett Road
Worsham
R. Fernandes For
Deliveria
Shire Buildings
Messerschmitt
the Horsham Theatre
Ellen Hrem
METRO
Messerschmitt Exhibition
Horsham Town Hall
Australorgs
Rhode Beds
Light Suisse
Wentige
Hberrut
Mallarat
Suwon
Lancaster
Howard
Street
Ballarat
RSS
S. Waten
Oftician
Optical Board of Victoria
Firebrace Street
Abe
Mir Mitutiy
Insea
Saul
Europe
Mediterranean
Tramjordan
Euoal
Africa
Pammairy
Mmenighitit Hvetrmet
Thomas Youre & Ca
Purysler
Plymouth de
Charles Motors
Pensent Street
Moms
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