Umday Patriotic Ball Promises War Chest Support
Horsham hosts a patriotic ball organized by W P Denholm to aid the Red Cross and Comforts Fund. The event features a saxophone trio, Horsham Pantomime duo, noted entertainers, and affordable 2/6 admission to draw residents to a night of music and fundraising for the war effort.
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Tha di
Red Cross and Comforts Fund
W. P. Denholm
Horsham
Jack” Dutly
Cim” Nitschke
Shirwell
Nunn
Bill” Taberner and Spencer
Britain Receives 30 Percent of Allied Shipping Tonnage
The Maritime Commission will allocate about 30 percent of Atlantic Ocean and coastal shipping capacity to Britain. The plan affects 10 to 70 vessels totaling around 579 tons, with operators Washington and others to adjust the fleet for wartime needs.
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Washington, W
Maritime Commission
Atlantic Orean Amd
Election focus sparks Labor party action debate
A wire dispatch from Melbourne reports a UAP leader stating that forcing the government's hand at the election would be disastrous. The leader comments on the Labor party stance and the potential alignment with the government as the campaign unfolds.
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U.A.P
Labor Party
Melbourne
Uallway
A.dy
Labor
Hollway
Town and District War Appeals Evacuation and Red Cross Drive
The Minister for the Army Mr Spender gave a cautious Crete update citing a cable from General Blame and noting limited details on evacuees. The Red Cross shop at 211 reports record takings and urges stock support as goods are sold to aid wartime relief and supplies.
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Spender
Alp
Crete
Blames
Bikmey
Murther
Spevidian Shirthr
Myre Spencer
Red Crone
AL McAuley
Red Cross
Quantong
Ceoone
Cloren
Khetime
Peuker
Alle
M_ Lindner
Pelehen
Mise Mueller van
Dring South
Aschuick
K. Williamson
P. Gerlach
Wills
c/o
Schwennessen
Doreen Kiowes
Stewart
Roberts Avenue
A.’Richards
Natimuk Road
Horsham
SL Salts
New Zealanders suffer injuries as Crete evacuees arrive
Wellington reports hundreds of New Zealanders evacuated from Crete with many wounded. Prime Minister Ming Nash stated thousands more may arrive, while 220 million New Zealanders were ported in retreat.
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Wellington
Crete
Ming Nash
Red Shield Hut Appeal Receives Horsham Donations
In response to the mayor’s call for Salvation Army aid among soldiers, towing donations have been received and will be acknowledged through the Times Office or Town Hall columns. Donations are noted with donor initials and amounts, including Miss M McCann and Mr PV Wallis.
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Horsham
Salvation Army
M. McCann
PV. Wallis
Rae Mowers
Peaness
H.T
Australian Prime Minister Addresses Postwar Public Optimism
The Prime Minister states that every possible step will be taken to prevent future defeats. He urges vigilance and continued effort as the nation faces ongoing challenges and British allied concerns.
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Chir
British airfields ring Syria as Axis raiders flee toward Aleppo
Cable report notes British airfields surrounding Syria after harsh clashes in Libea and Devarech. German airmen reportedly evaded capture, while Italian actions and Iraqi martial law developments shape the broader battlefield dynamic around Ly ndon and neighboring fronts.
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Cairo
Aleppo
Masi
No Rationing of Clothing Stocks Declared by Minister
Melbourne reports that the Minister for Supply Senator McBride stated there will be no rationing of clothing stocks. He noted public warnings of a possible general shortage but emphasized no intention to restrict clothing imports or distribution.
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Melbourne
McBride
Australia’s New Honor Roll Front Line Fallen and Wounded
A wartime list from the Wimmera district notes Private re Clark wounded in action at 18, formerly of Easton Hope Hat Street Club. Gunner Gordon Fellays wounded, a son of Mr and Mrs Fellows of Rowenvale Ararat. Private A J Hutchins missing at 28, Balmeat Pigeon Ponds club. Private E G Hateley of Stawell infantry missing. all connected to local football clubs and communities.
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Re Clark
Eilensupe
Fstenhope
Gunner Gordon
Fellays
Ben “Y
A.J. Hutchins
Balmeat
Pigeon Ponds
E.G. Hateley
Stawell
Infantry
Labor Shortage Hits Bling Trade Amid War Demands
Melbourne reports grave anxiety over milling work facing delays due to labor shortages affecting essential defense projects. The minister indicated potential government control of the entire mining industry may be considered to protect critical operations and ensure available labor.
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Melbourne
Thurslay
Bilt
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Snd
Per Wosefight
Adinthns
R.a.udbrook
Prive
Wynne
A. Wynne & Son
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Dein. War Savings Group
Wwe
Thorstey
Peacock’s Pharmacy
Umday's
Britain
Tunis
Ube
Tome Ergata
ANZAG
Red Cross Society
The
Red Shield Hut Appeal
Crofts
Evstores
Astlam
Syria
Mosul
Ndon
Iraq
Bagdigeon
Imqr
Libea
Devarech
Auth
Minister OF Supply
Australia
A.lf
Wimmera
Noustrlay
M.P. Society
Empire
Arthur, Robinson
ECG
Chowan
Vicon
Motimer Eredt
Girlice
Collina Steetene
Market Stiweth
Firebrace Street
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