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Newspaper
Inverell Times
Location
Inverell, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Aug 16, 1940
Page
1
A brief note highlights fodder shortages and rising stock prices as market pressures tighten for farmers. The report urges attention to feed costs and livestock market trends affecting supply and budgeting for the coming season.
Air battles over Britain escalate as German raids strike South east England and London airports. Large formations of bombers face fierce anti aircraft fire and British fighters. reports cite significant enemy losses and heavy fighting across coastal and inland targets.
RAF bomber crews witnessed extensive destruction at oil refineries on the Gironde estuary near Bordeaux. Fires raged after raids, crippling fuel facilities Germany seized the benefit of oil while last night's strikes left refineries and tanks heavily damaged across the area.
Greek and Italian tensions rise over the torpedoing of the Greek minelayer Helle. Sailors are summoned and coast areas closed as authorities enforce home-port restrictions amid conflicting reports on responsibility and casualties including claims of children killed.
In Sydney on Friday the Labor disunity period shows Curtin and Forgan Smith active. Premier Gur- TU White of Queenaland announces Forgan Smith will address the State ALP executive, the first occasion Messrs Curtin and Forgan Smith have carried the fight to the Trades Hall.
The general secretary of the UAP told of a Monday night meeting to discuss suspending pre-selection for the forthcoming Federal elections. The plan would not abolish pre-selection but pause it for the election. Delegates from various branches are expected, with 6 to 70 attendees anticipated. The matter is seen as likely to be debated in the coming week as factional signals from Melbourne and Canberra surface.
An official note asserts that capertis examined metal fragments found on Tuesday near Begtanit street in the southern area. The report characterizes the findings and the investigation status, referencing prior sightings and local authorities.
RAF bomber and fighter squadrons harried Italian positions daily for two months. Since June 19 more than 170 Italian aircraft and airfields were attacked, with Macasca and Derria depots and aerodromes raided on 39 occasions. Blenheim units inflicted heavy damage on airfields and airstrips amid persistent rain.
Fragmentary text reports a British retreat in Somaliland with references to Cairo communiques and clashes near French Somaliland. It notes a serious incident involving British forces, mention of French Somaliland and ongoing hostilities, with garbled names and dates.
A high authority announced the importance of oil imports and plans for upcoming meetings in the near future. The statement named key figures and geographic points, emphasizing strategic concerns and regional coordination. The report highlights anticipated discussions and potential actions to secure energy supply.
Report from Sydney describes Mr Stevens being summoned by Prime Minister Menzies over a matter related to a federal electorate. The text indicates Stevens was to be present for a discussion or hearing, with references to Melbourne and the seat he proposed or held.
A non stop 2 ton truck equipped with a producer gas unit drove from Sydney to Melbourne, covering 569 miles at an average speed of 28.5 mph. The journey took just under 30 hours with a total fuel cost of £141.
Washington denies New York papers claims that Britain and the United States are negotiating a swap of strategic British demands for American warships. The reports suggested an exchange deal may be under discussion.
Fragmentary text describes a British plan regarding stores of fodder and foodstuffs across the Empire. It mentions timing and availability to territories, with references to Germany and surplus purchases amid imperial logistics. The readable portion is incomplete and lacks clear dates or concrete actions.
Australian Wheat Board quotations show prices for wheat, with bids around 310 per bushel and notable activity across markets. Traders note varied bids and volume with price signals guiding sales and shipments.
Fragmented text discusses weakness in political leadership within Parliament. Mentions committees, wartime administration, and concerns over strategic directions. References to figures and dates are unclear due to OCR errors but imply ongoing discussions about governance and policy in a wartime context.
Reuters reports a correspondent in Gibraltar spent hours aboard a British warship and suggests the ship entered the straits of Gibraltar without explicit Royal Navy permission. The account notes suspicions that naval signals originated from Spain, raising tensions over territorial access.
A boy was injured while playing with a toy cannon yesterday in Sydney. Police say the device exploded, causing critical injuries before bystanders rushed to help. The incident is under investigation and no charges have been filed.
Markets note prices for various goods with figures in pounds and pence. Priday and Taemanian items show ranges from eleven to twelve pounds per unit. Weights and measures implied by lines include dozen and pound terms.
Prices listed for Alexandria grain and feed commodities with figures for wheat and lucerne including wheaten and hay lucerne across multiple lots. Market snapshot shows varying bids from March to April periods and notes price ranges.
Safe Travel Airlines in Sydney reports a continuous service record since June 1979. The Australian airline carried over 112000 passengers without a mishap across the Arles Australia network, with more than 23200 travelers on the Bermree Rodney Canberra route and other domestic segments.
Albert Tucker of Rayman Terrace was admitted to New casile hospital in an unconscious condition with a bullet wound in the forehead. Police report the shooting occurred in Raymond Terrace after a quarrel with a girl. Another shot was fired as Tucker fell, with blood seen at the head. The terrified girl helped secure aid. The janice says a dispute preceded the shooting.
The noon forecast for the next 24 hours calls for becoming cloudy with occasional showers along the coast and adjacent highlands, otherwise mainly fine.
Price reports from Sydney show the unit price for tin today at 53 shillings and 10 pence, with markets reacting to supply rumors and demand signals across trading houses.
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