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Newspaper
Horsham Times
Location
Horsham, Victoria, Australia
Date
Jul 16, 1940
Page
3
British fighters repelled Saturday attacks on ships and coasts. 12 enemy planes destroyed, others damaged. Gibraltar bombarded thrice. shore batteries and warships' barrage reported. Distinguishing flying crosses awarded to Australian pilots. operations tied to raids on Germany and Holland.
Fragmented OCR text references British raids and coastal defense concerns, noting fortifications, disruptions to trade, and political responses. It mentions Fort Can and Hilo, implying vigilance against incursions and military activity affecting civilians and local structures.
A fragmented wartime item describes vigorous action involving Chinese forces and Allied responses. The report references Chungking, Nines Kanbasey, and Chinese operations, with mentions of Japan, Dutch forces, and U.S. involvement, all amid shifting duty and strategic postures.
A telegraph report from Jerusalem dated Sunday confirms that the British destroyer Escort was torpedoed in the Eastern Mediterranean. Two crew members were killed and the vessel reportedly foundered after being torpedoed while in tow. A submarine also torpedoed and sank the freighter Samer miles from Halfa, killing two crew. eighteen others were rescued at Haifa.
Melbourne reports Prime Minister Mr R G Menzies stated petrol rationing would be discussed by Cabinet in Sydney this week. He cited information from the Minister for Supply and noted that proposals from the Control Board recommended measures, with a prior Cabinet decision for a one third cut in petrol consumption but no method chosen yet.
Rupanyup won a comfortable semi final against Dimboola at home on Saturday. The final quarter spurt broke a close three quarters, aided by strong defence from Cattanach. Best players included C Grainger, W Grainger, Bignall, Mathieson, Carter, and Dimboola’s Cattanach, Spencer, Krehe. Gate takings reached £7 with Nuske umpiring to general satisfaction. Rupanyup advance to meet Horsham in the preliminary final.
Prime Minister Churchill stated the painful duty of taking effective action to neutralize French capital ships for the war duration. He noted the unfinished Jean Bart in Moroccan harbor and ships at Toulon and other ports remained unable to threaten British naval dominance. He cautioned Britain would not assault nonretreating French vessels and warned invasion could occur now or never.
Twenty two crew members of the lifeboat Athel Laird including the captain were landed in a Scottish port after seven days adrift. They were picked up by a British ship eight miles from the Irish coast as they rowed about four miles of the Atlantic before the two boats separated. The Athel Laird was torpedoed by a German U boat.
A German communique accuses the High Command of fabricating victories while underrating losses. It cites British air combat claims, noting the Air Ministry reported German losses and questions whether ten British planes and a fighter were shot down. The German tally allegedly downplays actual losses while overemphasizing successes.
Berlin reports about 3400 German civilians who had been interned as showered workers in France have now turned homeward to Germany. The movement marks a significant repatriation as authorities coordinate orderly return.
Tokio residents flee damaged streets after a severe earthquake. A volcano eruption on Mixake Island destroyed 50 villages and lava flow damaged land, waters flooded areas, and residents faced ongoing danger from volcanic activity.
In a Supreme Court settlement, a widow who claimed 2000 on behalf of herself and her unborn child is awarded 1100 plus 100. The plaintiff, aged 12, is the widow’s child. the husband’s death occurred on January 1 and the child was born on June 1.
The Kuyeree Sun war fund totals £744 7s 0d with £1408 13s 0d raised for the ambulance fund. Kowree Shire Council backs Mr T G Brennan of Horsham and Mr Gr Brows to ship sheep from Harrow to Melbourne and transport goods from Harrow to Melbourne. Donations listed include Marrow 2 Tolangatuk 5 4 5 and other figures.
A garbled notice ties petrol rationing to US demand and reveals pay scales in film studios. It mentions Louis B. Mayer and others, noting large salaries and executive compensation, with hinted funds flowing from Treasury figures and industry profits. The piece traces money through Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer and Paramount, touching on earnings and distribution across wartime or postwar settings.
Acting Governor Sir W. Jones outlined that Britain seeks an honorable peace in the China Japanese war. The British Government would push for peace if it avoids needless prolongation and focuses on defeating Hitler Germany first, even if some aims must be sacrificed.
Melbourne dispatch reports Johm Charles Abrahams, 29, an engineer from Fitzroy, was murdered as he left a gaming house at 2 30 am. On June 15, Coroner A Tingate committed Frederick James Anderson, 26, a caterer, for trial on a murder charge. Anderson was in custody. Witnesses identified Anderson as the man seen fleeing after the shot.
An assortment of sale notices and advertisements appear, listing items from watches and jewelry to land and real estate. It mentions an auction at Young's Market with fashion items, a 169 acre wheat land deal, a new dwelling, and motor goods offerings.
Hurdle Cantland leads Te Hauriej and Merry Warrah in Juvenile Handicap First Division. On Water and Savona top Second Division with Charikta following. Maiden Handicap First Division Dempsey and Phobes win, Second Division Fredwyn and Capricorn place. Hospital Handicap Gay Invader and Mana Forti race. Charity Handicap First Division Night Train wins, Second Division Conflagration and Esperta place. Nurses Welter First Division Good Boy leads Old Days and Burbang with Second Division Beljlevne and Gineluta among others.
The crowded gym watched Married Men and Toolondo Team clash with multiple players referenced by nicknames and initials. Amidst the chatter a tense contest unfolded with supporters urging players like McDonahdy and Georgie to perform, as fans called for strong defense and coordinated plays.
Local anglers report a mild winter with steady Quinnat salmon catches at Pine Lake. A three month period since the heaviest fish weighed shows several fish around four pounds, with a trophy offered for the heaviest by Mr Brack Charles. Observers note distinctive features of the fish and emphasize careful hooking and quick release to protect stocks.
Notice is given that within fourteen years from publication an application will be made to the Supreme Court of Victoria for probate of the will dated February 40, 1900, by Walter Williams late of Wy Wyat Bark. Executors named are Ley Williams and Percy Eric Williams of Wy Wyn Park Nas inuk. Attorneys J S Nahik & Cohen, 2% Tribame, Quagae Street, Seltonron.
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