05 Aug 1940
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Newspaper
Port Pirie Recorder
Location
Port Pirie, South Australia, Australia
Date
Aug 05, 1940
Page
1
Britons take holidays on the coast as wartime conditions persist. Higher wages and growing trade with Allies are noted, with air advantages over Germany cited. Romania defies Germany in talks, while Lithuania is reported as aligning with Soviet influence.
British forces seize a Libyan border post from Italian troops and repel a counterattack as allied air teams strike Libyan ports. The report notes Britain’s wage and trade rise amid cautious civilian morale and ongoing European tension with Germany and Romania.
Whyalla workmen will construct 100 houses under the Housing Week plan. E. F. Marshall, contractor, to survey then begin erecting huts for builders, with 69 to 70 men employed permanently plus about 150 laborers, drivers, and transport staff to benefit regional workers and shipments. A dining hall and permanent cooks will support the community.
In Bucharest reports indicate rising Romanian public mood against territorial concessions urged in talks with Germany and Italy. The Vaya reasan Party and others push the Ne Surrender slogan amid German pressure and Soviet fears of loss.
British writers stress air navigation superiority for RAF and British aircraft. Analysts claim bomber crews can locate continental targets more easily than inland Britain, highlighting navigational efficiency and network benefits in aerial warfare.
A report describes gifts of aircraft to the British people from Rhodesia and Northern Rhodesia. It notes gratitude from leaders and the ongoing aid effort, highlighting support from various groups and individuals who contributed to the program.
French pilots perform valuable work aiding aviation and transportation efforts, with skilled personnel coordinating air operations and ensuring safe navigation across routes. The article highlights dedication, training, and the essential role of pilots in maintaining air mobility and logistics.
German oil depots were struck in a nocturnal raid, with reports of multiple sites within the urban corridor targeted by unidentified forces. The strike disrupted refinery operations and raised concerns over growing tensions in the region.
A fragmented wartime item reports an Italian border post capture and a repulsed attack. The garbled text mentions British forces and enemy positions, with unclear dates and locations. Despite the garble, the core claim is a successful border post seizure followed by a counteraction.
Reports from London describe raids on Libya with ships damaged by bombs. A large vessel and another target were hit during the operation, with several aircraft returning safely despite the combat. Further details on outcomes and impacts remain unclear from the dispatch.
A German expert has taken control of the Bank of France and a commissioner has been appointed. The statement at month’s end says the bank must place its stall at the disposal of the occupiers and adopt measures as directed.
Daily temperature report shows yesterday high of 64 with 54 low over 24 hours ending 8 30 am and Saturday peak 65 with 54 5 at 8 30 am.
Pr vats F Batty of Second ALF Pirie on Wave at the weekend and Pte HL W Pultioi who left the Smelters costs office to join Vi a ALF were in Pirie at the weekend. Royal Australian Air Force member Atrefunais R Donaldson was visiting Pirie on leave. Mrs Mavis Matteis of Pirie plans a 3 fortnight holiday at Ailelaie starting Saturday. Ron Smith, Sydney wear manufacturer, passed through Pirie by train from Perth with relatives in Pirie. Mr AH Graham of Cahtowie hospitalized for two weeks for his seventieth birthday greetings. J A Lawrie of Nelshaby recovering in Pirie Hospital after appendicitis. Waplal to fow Hog Mr PW Rice of Shell Company, formerly stationed there, expected in Pirie today for a week as guest of Rey and Mrs AEL Vout. J W Altehison of Adelaide, who left Pirie 17 years ago, visited. Mrs Sylvia Marsiman of Owen and R Harvey of Pirie West were in hospital yesterday. Gulf passengers for Mounts ship to arrive in Pirie this morning include T Muualeton, A Sh Moers, 2 Cleary, K Halintun, T Middleton, Ledges glint, Moses Wee Wafer, and W Cairtts-Sohnai.
British government sources discuss inviting Lord Beaverbrook to join the War Cabinet with Lloyd George. The politics column notes possible appointment of Lloyd George and Chamberlain’s role, while transfer issues and timing are under consideration for wartime leadership.
Wheat and Silver Wheat measurements reported with quantities 21 basket for Wheat and 110 5-16 ounce for Silver Wheat.
Brisbane papers report a deep division within the Sydney Labor movement as factions led by J T Lang and anti-Communist elements clash over a possible suspension and reorganization. The Federal Labor and ALP factions face uncertain futures while opposed by powerful NSW allied groups and union interests.
The Premier said the State Government offered to collect Federal income tax at the source in Summerwealth if arrangements prove satisfactory. Mr. Wrayford noted progress on details but could not confirm if instalments would use stamps like the State system or if Federal and State stamps would be combined.
Readable fragments describe a legal case involving custody, with references to a charged party and AI assistance in the proceedings. The item notes contested custody arrangements and potential charges arising from alleged actions connected to the case. The tone mirrors a brief court news item from a local paper.
In Londus, the Soviet Parliament unanimously supported Lithuania's pursuit of incorporation into the Soviet Union. The vote marks a formal welcome to Lithuanian integration within the union and reflects official stance on the bid.
A garden party at Mrs. F J McMahon’s Beach Road Solomontown raised funds for a Catholic School. Four girls Mary McMahon Mary Price Mary Tobin and Nina Cirillo organized the event with frocks blue and silver caps and aprons. Sweets refreshments fruit and cake stalls drew patrons as games and competitions by Frank McMahon added to the total.
A short circuit at 6 30 p m cut the main switch at the Smelters, disrupting town service. Most residents had power restored in about eight minutes, with a small section around Solo montown remaining without for longer. Linemen worked to rectify the fault while officials described the impact on about 30 houses in a one mile crossing area.
Central Methodist Mission in Logan faced a late service due to choir members dressing and missing books. Worshipers sang by heart by torchlight while a water car headlamp lit the scene as congregants, including Soul Baptist Church attendees, gathered outside their houses of worship after 7 o'clock.
In Arnhem Land at Tagarabbah waterhole four Ibu rigine natives are charged with a path ego gine in the death of a tribal patriarch believed to be caused by poining the bane. Constable AL Johnston transported four aboriginal prisoners 200 miles to arrest them after discovering a buried body and raiding three camps. they face Darwin police court on Monday.
Adelaide headlines announce sugar prices to rise 12d per dozen in Adelaide and suburbs on Monday. The change aims at uniformity in sales per the Commonwealth Prices Commissioner decision. The move affects 3d and 4d per pound readings with possible freight additions and county adjustments.
Adelaide report of Corporal Michael Simmonds Duigan of the 27th Battalion killed in a fall from a first floor window at the Victoria Hotel Hindley street about 3 am. He came from Mount Gambier on leave from Woddside. A taxi driver Jacob Vanderway found him dead in a hunched position by the wall. Enquiries show a party in the hotel last night with soldiers then asleep when the incident occurred.
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