03 Aug 1942
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Newspaper
Port Pirie Recorder
Location
Port Pirie, South Australia, Australia
Date
Aug 03, 1942
Page
1
Russians launch an offensive along the Don after the capture of Bataisk by German forces cuts rail links between Moscow and the east. Heavy tank actions and stiff German resistance mark the early fighting with stubborn clashes continuing along the river bend.
Izvestia and Pravda urge Britain and the United States to open a second front. They argue Russia has borne the war for 15 months and deserves direct aid beyond bombing. The papers contend that the West could best aid Russia by creating a second front or trying to do so.
Lady Astor, in a London address, rejected sentimental praise of Russia. She emphasized that American aid aided Britain in its hour of need, noting Russians fought for themselves while Americans helped Britain when Russia allied with Germany.
The Royal Air Force bombed Dusseldorf with 154 1,000-lb bombs last night. Reconnaissance planes described the city as a desolation with flames spreading from fires. Hamburg and Wilhelmshaven were later visited. Hamburg saw food riots after raids and the Gestapo claimed orders were restored.
Fragmentary text describes a recall order involving Lordon and Daikon. It mentions Paine crew and a night watch, with charges and an immediate dispatch. Warcraft help is requested, but details are garbled and unclear.
Allied aircraft struck Japanese targets including the Hong Kong naval dockyard causing notable damage and disruption. Additional raids hit Boc hoon and an aerodrome at another town, as London reports ongoing pressure on Japanese positions.
The report discusses 900000 Japanese troops assembling in Manchuria and potential strategic moves. It mentions possible Russian retaliation and uncertainties about Japanese plans, noting naval and air implications and the broader impact on regional security.
An Australian air force veteran of renown, Mayer, is reported missing. He was last seen in Alexandria after spending time in Sethi the Ants limes in the Western Desert.
Reported in Adelaide on Sunday the fingerprints of four dead men led officials to misidentify one corpse as Thomas Joseph Quinn. A later check by fingerprint expert D C Aebi determined the man was actually Thomas Michael Quinn. The deceased died of a burnt duodenal ulcer.
Delegates from Whyalla Combined Unions Council were asked to seek union decisions on Broken Hill Proprietary Company Limiteds proposal to shift the 44 hour work week to five days. The plan includes weekly pay, Friday wage payment, and an extra 10 minutes break, with unions reportedly favorable and the proposal to be forwarded to the company.
Information led provost corps to four soldiers masquerading as women and arrested by military police. Additional men were found absent without leave and charged with offensive behaviour.
Mr Richard Gilbert Symonds sen a well known Pirie storekeeper undertaker and prominent Methodist died after a stroke and illness spanning a year He leaves four daughters and three sons Mrs Cresswell Cottell Williams and Herbert and Messrs Harok and Williams The body to be brought from the city for a funeral at the family residence followed by interment in Pirie district honors in the community lingered after the loss of his wife a year earlier.
Police cannot solve the Pyjama Girl mystery after a nominal reward was withdrawn. The U NSW government had offered 1.50 pounds, with a 500 pounds prize for the Bundy murder and 2000 pounds for information leading to the suspect. The body has rested in formaldehyde at the university for seven years awaiting identification.
The Women's Church Aid event at Solomontown Methodial Church netted about £100 on Saturday afternoon. The fair featured six tithe girls in stalls, performances of nursery rhyme songs, a bouquet presentation to Mrs. W Gra ham, and donations totaling several pounds.
The charred body of 45 year old James McEldrew of Bochwolwarrah was found early Sunday morning. A candle he lit before bed apparently set his beretothes ablaze causing the fatal fire. Mr KJ Mogan, Minister of Mines del Agriculture, comments on the incident.
Senator McLeay attacked the federal ministry accusing inaction after 30 months of talk. He urged uniting AMF and ALF into a single army for an offensive war footing and deploying forces where needed. He warned about absenteeism and slow war industry progress and urged National Security powers to curb it.
In Auckland a Sunday report notes around £20,000 was found in old bags and envelopes. The amount is described as money kept in various containers, with investigators estimating the total to be substantial. No individuals or organizations are clearly named in the readable fragments.
Red Cross Junior bodies in Pirie District plan a charity contest to select three babies representing the army navy and air force. Mrs Warren to check parental consent for entries while circles arrange fund raising events with profits shared among contestants.
Premier T Playford proposes increased coal production through mechanisation and storage reserves. He argues wage gains, shorter hours, and no union elections during the war, with conciliatory dispute handling. He notes many mines still use outdated methods and praises potential 60 percent output gains from mechanisation.
A controversial push by Manpower divides experts over women in allied services. Deputy Director J. C. Muakin warns South Australia faces a clash with wartime auxiliaries as skilled women risk displacement. He notes unregulated female labor affects vital medical and industrial sectors, urging federal attention and restraint on assigning women to hotels or bar work.
The Premier indicated a new motor vehicle tax measure to be introduced in Parliament this week aims to cut rates by at least 25 percent for the current year. The government plans to issue renewed forms and allow refunds and amended applications to maintain the reduced rate.
Senator Cameron blasted Melbourne gas restrictions as proof the company fails wartime duties. He urged government action to ensure gas for essential war industries and private homes, accusing the firm of profits over service while families faced cold meals and gasless stoves.
Aw Fedde leader of the Federal Opposition argues the Government has shifted responsibility to the States on liquor abuses and calls for Commonwealth action. Mr Fadden replies the Opposition demands drastic action but denies plans for a Commonwealth police force. he warns the need for nationwide, uniform measures.
In Adelaide area, Woon warns carrot growers and dealers to sell by weight under new regulations. Breachers face immediate prosecution as reports indicate some are not complying. The move aims to enforce weight based sales across the carrot trade.
Readings forecast tides for Pirie with specific times listed: 10.33 am today, 10:31 pm tomorrow, 1:16 am, and 1:10 pm.
In Pirie Hospital several local residents, including Mr P Jackson of Gladstone and Mr W Peatherston of Pirie West, are listed as patients with varying progress. The report also mentions Mr CH Emery and Mr W Mark improving in the medical wards, and Mr AE Moyle leaving Hotel Spencer to pursue defence force opportunities.
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