23 Feb 1940
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Newspaper
Inverell Times
Location
Inverell, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Feb 23, 1940
Page
1
Two German fighter planes appeared over England’s east coast and were shot down by British Hurricanes and Spitfires after a 30 mile pursuit. One crashed into the sea, the other dived toward land and burnt after impact. No British losses reported. RAF raiders attacked U boats near Heligoland with unclear results.
Sydney reports a government push to control tick serum prices amid wartime shortages. Officials warn that price caps could curb supply unless balanced with production incentives. Industry voices urge clear rules to protect public health without stifling distribution.
A Sydney family of six, including a five year old, were admitted to North Shore Hospital amid a diphtheria outbreak. The five others were reported ill and hospitalized several days earlier with varying severity.
Claude Ceorge 28 of Bondi is feared drowned after a fishing launch washed up at Maroubra. Neighbors say the boat was badly battered and could not be started as rough seas and spray swamped the engine. The craft overturned with the man and his gear, leaving authorities to search for a body.
Survivors Mir and Mere Ale MWondiman were trapped in a tire between Parkesville and Rahanatd. They sustained serious burns and were rushed to hospital in critical condition. Local authorities investigate the blaze as relatives visit the injured at the Melbourne hospital.
Summers boxing hall records a knockout of Harry Uitars after a difficult bout in Sydney. Deblutmnd Stadtuin tas witnesses a tense night of boxing action and crowd reaction.
Friday at Avoca near Launceston, E Ewan manager of the Stoney Creek Tin Mine twice ran his car over a detonator attached to eight gelignite plugs seven feet from his garage. The explosive failed to detonate as industrial trouble at the mine had been settled. Ewan denied massacring the Mineral Union or the men.
The Miners' Federation general secretary Mr Or warned that a general stoppage could not be averted and that unions faced a choice between a general strike or a prolonged stoppage due to the ongoing lookout. He noted little difference between the two options and urged action.
Vincent Joseph Welsh, 37, suffered severe burns when a fire at Sonwee Ice Works destroyed his motor lorry and two colliers. Fire crews from Camden prevented the blaze from spreading to the main works, three lorries and the works were damaged. Welsh was rushed to hospital after assistance from bystanders and firemen who fought the flames.
Prime Minister Menzies told Corio electors that a government loss would bring profound embarrassment inside and outside Parliament. He framed the by election as a test of whether Australians back the government on the war issue or oppose it.
A garbled cable from Sydney reports Wheat Sacks facing condemnation amid a late Paris trade dispute. It notes farmers reacting to a government official’s stance and mentions ongoing anxiety among producers about supply and policy impacts on market prices.
Workers at Port Kembla were locked out during a dispute over company works and wages. The scene involved tensions between management and labor with attempts to schedule a meeting that was refused, leading to a blocked access situation at the site.
A terse dispatch notes unease in Russia over a British Navy presence off the 6th coast of Norway. A submarine message claims Russian ships are moving supplies to Germany via Murmansk, while German vessels are reported nearby in hiding near a southern port.
Under heavy Russian assault the Finnish defense holds with high morale and claims heavy enemy losses. Reports say over 2000 Soviet troops were killed in one engagement as Finns seized tanks and more than 200 army lorries. Finland repelled attacks on the Karelian Isthmus and north of Ladoga, with anti aircraft batteries credited with downing several planes. The government published a paper detailing Soviet demands and Finland's refusal, stressing concessions would end Finnish freedom. Prime Minister Chamberlain discussed UK terms for British troops stationed in Finland. A Russian raid near Piura starberon and reports claim extensive foreign-military activity amid Nordic operations.
A fragmented market note from Sussex Street covers assorted prices and items with unclear names. It mentions potatoes, butter, and a few local products, though many words are garbled. The piece reads like a busy street listing with uncertain figures and stray phrases.
Fragment from Alexandria today quotes Frida Queeseiot in a brief mention of a chatter oration. The snippet notes a dealer and a cut to the day’s events, with unclear context and several garbled words.
An internees escape from Laver pool Compound ends with recapture. Report describes pursuit across areas as detectives and police assisted by military. Subject, named aliases and movements are noted in a chaotic account with unclear sequence and injuries.
Canberra reports Britain's advice to Australia to obtain petrol from the Netherlands East Indies due to abortive attempts to secure sterling sources. The move would require dollars for tanker rents and oil payments, amid wartime constraints. Roads and Tours Committee member Mr T. Stack warns rationing could threaten 100,000 Australian jobs and disrupt city travel, tourist traffic, and inter-state travel.
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