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Newspaper
Inverell Times
Location
Inverell, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Dec 04, 1940
Page
1
A Royal Air Force communique says three bombers aided Greek forces by hindering Italian reinforcements near Korea. One returned safely, two were lost, and a direct hit was scored on a strategic stone bridge as planes dodged heavy fire and flew low to avoid clouds.
Bombers visited Maly again last night striking Naples and the important port of Augusta. Several fires were started and fires were reported at various targets. The assault caused damage and prompted emergency actions as authorities investigated the extent of destruction.
A blast at a banana ripening gas plant in Ne premises of Yorkful Fires, fruit merchants, caused by escaping gas, left three men with serious injuries and showered glass over the adjacent street. Firefighters extinguished the blaze. a previous Chinese youth death is recalled from five months ago.
Canberra reports describe last minute moves to defeat the government as Mr Curtin signals his amendment will be put to a vote. The House is expected to be tense and the outcome uncertain with a possible shift in support.
British Official Wireless notes interesting comparisons of shipping losses in the present war with those of April 1917. The observations touch on losses to German raiders and minefields, with reference to overall patterns in maritime danger and wartime supply disruption.
During a Bristol hospital bombing described as West of England or South-west town, nurses and children showed remarkable bravery. Reports note rescue efforts by squads of soldiers despite debris and ongoing air attacks, with babies and infants carried to safety and siblings comforting one another amid scattered bomb damage. The episode reflects widespread wartime peril across the region with limited casualties.
Reports say a U boat was sunk yesterday in Norwegian waters by a Canadian pilot. British reconnaissance observed German supply ships and damage to one vessel, with at least seven tiles or units damaged. one petrol tank was leaking while another also leaked.
George Hutchison, leader of the Flying Hutchisons, states that since early November a large group of American pilots have been ferrying bombers to Britain from a Canadian airfield. The report notes the ongoing base deliveries and references specific units and routes.
A garbled OCR snippet references German demands and British necessity but lacks coherent facts. It mentions Germany and Britain in a disputed context with stray words and no clear event, date, or names to anchor a summary.
Thousands of listeners across Victoria were left frustrated when Noel Coward's program from Puckapunyal was abruptly cut off at 4 pm with no reason given. Inquiries at 3LO yielded no explanation, and officials indicated the cut was a studio decision related to special song slots prepared for the audience.
Melbourne reports the second body recovered from the minesweeper wreck, as officials confirm a four man crew was aboard when the vessel sank after a collision with a Sollikton switch. The search continues for the forward section and remaining survivors.
Mondus The Wilt price of tin today shows markets in Sydney with fluctuating values. The report notes a tentative rise as buyers monitor supply and demand dynamics.
Fragmented OCR text notes market activity on Sussex Street with mentions of buyers and sellers. It lists items such as Muter 16 and Citese TOA tat 24, plus references to Boards and online views. Details are unclear and multiple malformed names appear.
Unclear fragments describe unsettled weather from the northwest bringing scattered rain and possible showers. The garbled text references May, storms, and limits of expected precipitation.
A farmer named Weiineala, 74, fell from a sulky into floodwaters near Lismore while crossing a submerged road. The body was not recovered as waters surged across the route between Murwillumbah and Lismore, delaying traffic and complicating rescue efforts.
A tram conductor named Quinell 33 of Marrickville was injured when a sulky shaft pierced his chest after the horse bolted and the sulky toppled. The shaft splintered the rear axle and the vehicle rolled in Marrickville. He was immediately treated and expected to recover.
Sydney reports the Australian Wheat Board set today’s export wheat quotations. Quotations indicated by the board show prices for different parcel types and destinations, with traders awaiting further details.
Sydney weathered the following quotes omitted at Atew. Arin alten chal 17 cue chaff 6h 48 ewe Poche T ote 8 cet Lacerne hay 8.
The forecast issued at 1100 hours today predicts a mainly fine start turning warm to hot and sultry. Expect east to north easterly winds, with unsettled conditions returning and thunder. Rain is likely before the week ends.
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