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Newspaper
Inverell Times
Location
Inverell, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Nov 01, 1940
Page
1
The Italians press Greek positions in the Macedonian front amid heavy snow and rain. Coastal thrusts report limited gains while Greeks fight back and retreat along established lines. Air attacks disrupt communications as both sides maneuver. Greek forces defend Epirus and the front near Salonika with reinforcements entering.
North Africa RAF vigorous in air service reports a Bardia attack on a Morec dump with bombs dropped near target. Tobruk raid caused fires at Teclean Eritrea, while military camp and Keren railway compound were raided. Reconnaissance flights over Greek coast forced out. British forces returned safely to bases.
London reports little air activity by midday, then an Air Ministry communique cites isolated German attacks on eastern towns and South Wales. Night raids sparked fires, Londoners sought shelter as ground fire limited the damage amid stormy weather.
Fragmentary report indicates a London briefing on Franco German economic ties. Names and specifics are missing, but context suggests a joint push for greater continental cooperation with potential policy or trade implications discussed.
The forecast issued at noon predicts isolated showers and thunder mainly in districts. Winds are variable from the west to the southwest with some squalls expected along the Perth coast. Patches of night and morning rain are possible.
The Minister for the Army, Mr Spender, announced he would demand the highest efficiency from the Army and its leaders. He stated there was no claim of past failure or present fault, only a single objective: immediate and constant efficiency that grows with field needs.
British air raids, conducted by the Royal Air Force, targeted German ports including Antwerp and Emden. Reports indicate heavy use of high explosive bombs and hundreds of tons dropped on key invasion zones, with significant activity near western German seaports.
Newspapers report that the King has decided the Armistice Day service at the Cenotaph will not be held this year and that Remembrance Day observances and Poppy Day will proceed in various worship places as a substitute in Britain.
A cryptic wartime report outlines an order from Minister for Defence to investigate a canteen boycott at military camps. Colonel Hosking and others are referenced in a request from Melbourne to New South Wales authorities. The fragmentary text hints at wartime staffing and provisioning concerns, but details remain unclear.
An inquest in Sydney into the death of Nancy Patricia Richens aged 16, found dead in her Willoughby room on October 7, examined Harold James Richards 47, the foster father charged with murder, and heard that the girl had faced jealousy and threats from him over two years. The dead girl’s mother Mona Richens and her Inverell-born father Charles King were mentioned, with testimony describing prior threats and coercive behavior, including a claim of threats involving electric shock.
The piece reports on an influential appeal urging the Federal Court to address refugee aliens in Australia. Bishop Pilcher condemns unified treatment, arguing it risks aiding Hitler and causes mental distress, especially among women, amid the large state declaration of aliens. Friendly refugees are said to have been arrested at night without appeal or defense rights.
Sydney market notes wheat quotations steady with bids quoted around 3 1 4, bargeable supply at 42. The report mentions traders from Frida and Pye alongside Wheat Board assessments, indicating unchanged values for the day.
A fierce storm near Dubbo caused widespread damage in twenty minutes with rail and property harm. Heavy hail flattened wheat fields at Manildra district and broke windows. Many streets blocked by fallen trees and debris. creeks rose drowning some areas and causing minor injuries. Local authorities report extensive disruption and cleanup demands.
Market notes show scattered figures for vegetables and produce. Entries mention potatoes, onions, and other staples with inconsistent spellings and unclear quantities. Readers are advised to verify prices due to garbled OCR on the page.
Prices listed for wheat chaff at 6 to 7/8, oats chaff at 63 to Tq, lucerne chaff 8 to 6g, lucerne hay 4/8 to 9. The brief market note records current rates for animal feed components in the Alexandria Sydney area.
Sydney Sydney district obituary for Frank Anstey ex member of the House of Representatives. He died yesterday in East Brunswick Victoria at age BT. Anstey served as deputy leader of the Australian Federal Labor Party from 1922 to 1908 and was a colorful speaker. His wife Howe is mentioned.
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