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Newspaper

Horsham Times

Location

Horsham, Victoria, Australia

Date

Aug 20, 1940

Page

3

Mass Air Raids Batter England In Heavy Luftwaffe Assault

The Air Ministry says about 600 German bombers and fighters attacked England in three waves. At least 140 German planes were shot down, while 16 RAF fighters were lost with eight pilots saved. Bombs hit several RAF airfields as a fierce Kent battle unfolded and London faced raids rivaling last week’s coastal attacks.

London Air Ministry England R.A.F Bomba Kent

Unclear OCR fragment on German troop concentrations

Fragmentary text mentions German troop concentrations with garbled phrases and possible reference to military placements and dates, but details are unreadable. No identifiable events, locations, or individuals can be confirmed from the readable portion.

Hitler Pays Huge Price

Fragmentary OCR text reports on political or wartime costs tied to Hitler regime. Mentions disease, widening crisis, and references to leaders or actors in a historical newspaper context. Details are unclear due to damaged source text.

ALF S FIRST BIG BATTLE EXERCISE IN BRITAIN REPORTED

A distorted report claims an Allied forces exercise in Britain involved an attack on a parachute regiment. The text is garbled but suggests a clash or mock engagement with limited clear details and uncertain outcomes.

ALF London Sunitne Britain Parachite

League of Nations to Move Headquarters Debate

A Swiss based proposal seeks to relocate the League of Nations headquarters to Britain from neutral Switzerland. The move sparked discussion on accessible governance and regional balance within the organization.

Sauhorrn Switzerland

Yorty ayerm tak out cards for litcradly gala

Saturday's event yielded many high scores with W McEniry winning on a countback after a tight finish. G L Shir lum, M O Nightingale, H H Allan followed, with divisions and top nets listed amid a gala day that raised funds for patriotic causes.

Yorty Ayerm W. McEniry G. IL. Shirlum M. O. Nightingale H. H. Allan W. Gordon A. Guwith B. Glover A. Dalton McO. Nightingale HL Allan We Glate J. Mount1ford

Tournament for Patriotic Funds Reported with Local Support

A fundraiser tournament organized by Meare Mbew G2 WooS raised cash from donors including Foe eeeley od alba Tay Tan son and Mrs J. McT whl. The event featured hor Aven rolls, tea, a dance, and a Monte Carlo game with prizes won by No McDonald and Mise A Heard. Forty three players competed, with results noting Scratch and Handicap standings for both men and women and a final bid toward the Patriotic Fund.

Meare No McDonald Mise A. Heard I Corens Reaper DL Lockwonl Millar St McDonald &S Bo Coren Billy” Wiiren J. Wile Cameron Huot J. Cameron N. Cameron G. McDonald

Butter Equalisation Price Announcement

The Commonwealth Dairy Equalisation Committee announced the interim butter equalisation price for July production in Australia. The release notes an industry adjustment affecting domestic butter pricing and supply policies amidst ongoing market monitoring.

Commonwealth Dairy Reduce Equalization Committee Australia

Horsham teams clash in charity game at recreation reserve

In a charity challenge at the Horsham Recreation Reserve, the Horsham First Brigade faces workers from the T and G building firm to raise funds for the Fudge for Fighters fund aiding soldiers. Local players from Wimmera and Horsham clubs feature, with emphasis on community support and sport-driven fundraising.

Ing Inia Horsham Horsham First Brigade T. and G Benest Victoria Aclp Melbourne Orsham Ts Aaturlay Hurston Horshaw Wimmera Sigew Piveray Uae Conelaston Faazyie Dy Murray Lorsham Cratels Teparit Mawthorn Grice Essendon George Bell Hornham King Wilson Street Royal Botel Buildings Royal Hotel Willam Street

Wanted help for shop and general work in Coleraine area

Advertisements call for a 1 year old girl for shop work and a hay 14 to 15 year old for Radin business. Also seeking a married couple with a good house and inquiring about jobs at Timex Office and 64 Wilson Street. Classified fragment ends with stray names and garbled text.

Roy Wilson Street Radin

Patriotic Raffles Stir Public Interest In State Legislation

In Victoria the Government may relax gambling rules to fund patriotic causes. public opinion shows support and fear as raffles and lotteries are debated in parliament amid calls to aid war-related efforts. Citizens attend rallies and auctions, contributing funds for national morale while authorities weigh social risks.

Melbourne Raffles Victoria Pat Lustaner Viethma Amelonely Ellen Vue Stevete Lille

To Let Billiard Room and tobacconist business Horsham

For let a billiard room and tobacconist business in Firebrace Street Horsham. The premises include four tables and full equipment to run the business stabilized over 21 years. Basement location in the town. Apply at No 17 Firetrace Street between 10 am and 10 pm for details.

Tobaccist Firebrace Htrent Horsham Hilliard Coum Baslent Firetrace Street

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