Meagre American Aid to Australia Cited by Allies
Allied headquarters state that US support for Australia is limited and insufficient. They note five-sixths of ground forces are Australian and American output would barely match Australian troops abroad. Air strength and overall equipment are described as a small, insignificant share of US production.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Allied
United States
Australia
New York
Roosevelt
W. Churchill
America
Russians Still Retire Germans Advancing Toward Caucasus
An overseas dispatch reports heavy fighting in the Caucasus with German forces advancing toward Krasnodar and the Kuban River. Claims survive encirclements near Kubar Basia and near Novorossisk with pushes toward Voroshilovsk and Kotelnikove as Russian positions retreat.
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Vieny Budio
Kubar Basia
North Caucasus
Krasnodar
Black Sea
Novorusisk
Kuban
Voroshilovak
Patrols in London and Cairo Fronts Report Bombing Activity
Report from Cairo describes patrol activity in small sectors of the Egyptian front with artillery on both sides. British bombers and fighter-bombers continued strikes against enemy transports and positions, with attacks also on enemy shipping off the North African east.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London
Cairo
Snemy
North African
Milliam Murdered, Say Jews Milliam Murdered
The World Jewish Congress reports that among about seven million Jews in German occupied territories roughly one hundred thousand are said to have died. The Write section notes alarming wartime losses and broad persecution across occupied Europe.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London
World Jewsh Congress
Cripps pledges order in India amid independence talks
Lord Privy Seal Sir Stafford Cripps said Britain would maintain law and order in India through the war. Congress leaders in Bombay have modified their resolution to be presented by Friday to pledge armed resistance to Japan if independence demands are met.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London
Stafford Cripps
Privy Seal
India
Congress Lewiers
Bombay
Japan
Britain
Paratroops Meet Russians in Kuban Valley Offensive
London dispatch from The Daily Express cites a German paratroop buildup aimed at breaking Russian defenses in the Kuban area. Reported transports and gliders suggest intent beyond small-scale action as troops and tankettes move toward villages and rail lines, with Russian press noting large-scale attempts to counter the assault.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London
Thurslay
Moscow
Daily Express
Kuban
Cligh
Helin
Vrailinas
Tront de Carmiany
Strategy near Australia discussed by Canberra leaders
Leaders in Canberra and Parliament reviewed the war in the South West Pacific. General Clamsey and senior service chiefs gave a detailed, all arms assessment while warning of Japanese landings at Kuna and Right Age amid strategic concerns for Australia.
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Canberra
Hott
Lawreed
South West Pacific
Tommght
Kuna
Australia
Clamey
Te Navy and
Air Force
Men's Suit Fashions Trigger Clash in Adelaide
In Adelaide a trade dispute erupts as National Council of Clothes Styling condemns handling of men’s suit cutting. Union reps say they were not consulted and criticize the council’s approach while a separate Canberra note announces October pension increases for invalid, aged and widows with payments due later in October.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Adelaide
National Council of Clothes Styling
P. Fallon
Amalgamated Clothing and Allied Trades Union of Australia
Sydney
Fallon
Patton
Naterka
78 Miles To Fire Maltworks Destroyed
A fire at a Maltworks near Sydney destroyed over 30,000 bags of barley and damaged a multi story building. The engine crew of five rode 78 miles to Mittagong to battle the blaze for hours before control was regained. Help was sought from head quarters as water from a creek dried up forcing reliance on town supply.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mittagong
Pooth & Co
Mos Vale
Sydney
No Evidence For Charges Says Premier
Melbourne reports Prime Minister J Curtin rebutting Opposition Leader A W Fadden who alleged price controls. Curtin says Fadden had no evidence to justify accusations and should not have made them. The exchange highlights dispute over economic policy and government actions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Melbourne
A. W. Fadden
J. Curtin
Raden
Contin
St Veal
Wartime Business Talks Sparked by Chamber Debate
Discussion at the Chamber of Manufactures centers on creating an independent inquiry to report on profiteering by War Elfen and other firms. Mr Quealy notes that profits could not be simply foregone and urges transparent reporting to inform the public. A push emerges for a postwar reconstruction stance and a public war effort.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Quest
Chamber of Mandfactures
Quealy
Jess
Watch for hostile planes schedule in Pirie
Hostile aircraft watch orders listed by day and time in Pirie. Friday shows shifts from 12 noon to 2 pm, 3 to 6 pm, and 9 pm to 12 midnight. Saturday includes 12 mid to 2 pm, 3 to 6 pm, 6 to 9 pm, and 9 pm to 12 midnight. Sunday covers 12 noon to 3 am, 3 to 6 am, and 6 to 9 am. Monday lists 12 mid to 2 am and 3 to 6 am among others. final line notes Apple and Pear scheme reference.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pirie
W. H. Heller J
W.T. Watts
A. Hissey
W. C. Abbott
G. H.stephers
J. Hannah
A. J. Watts
R. May
W. Johns
W. Fitzgerald
Um. D. Pun
R. McCormick
C. Thealogou
M. W. Stephens
D. Swan
N. Jennison
F. Edwards
H L. Alcock
J. Kittel
G Manser
S. Mitchell
P. Clarke
R. Aitchison
C. Bridow
D. Fox
L. Sandery
R. Anderson
G. Tally
R. Summer
K. Ziepes
A. Rohrsheim
M. J. Gorman
H. D. Bresnahan
A.m
HE Adams
Government to continue appraise acquisition scheme
Canberra reports the Assistant Minister of Commerce announced the government would continue the apple and pear purchase program. Despite late marketing periods and higher costs for materials and freight, the government said the program would cover all commitments and deliver 6,000,000 bushels of apples and pears.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Canberra
Commercce
Amd Weald
Theft admitted as two break ins shock court
The defendant pleaded guilty to two break and enter charges. The first involved entering John Perry’s Mansom Street home and stealing a cheque book, while the second related to Ada Breto’s dwelling on Charles Street West and stealing cash and valuables. Witnesses identified the cheque book and described the thefts. The court committed the defendant for sentencing with bail set.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wax
Leonard
Roberts
Sgt. W.V
Vitga
John Vivian Perry
Mansom Street
Ronald Charles Berry
Woodyard
Pirie West
Ie Houer
Weil
Jol Vivian Perry
the Woodyard
Court Urar Fe
Pirie
Slinger
Perry
Welk
Matton
Adelaide
Pirie Soldier Wounded and Homeward Telegrams
Mrs. GP Murn of Salomontown received official word that their son Pte. We Le Maen was wounded in August last year in Tobrik after service in Syria and Palestine. Telegrams also said Pte Lance Rutgers has arrived back in Asia and awaits orders to return home to Pirie. Parents had not heard since December last.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
GP Murn
Dimyeun Street
Salomontown
le Maen
Pte
Murn
Tobrik
Syria
Palestine
A Rutgers
Wii
Lance Rutgers
Asia
Pirie
Vince
Suburban Mr Gillespie Granted Interim Country Magistrate Post
The Attorney-General announced Mr Gillespie will continue country duties as interim country magistrate in the Country Local Courts Department until a successor is appointed. He previously served as Resistant Crown Prosecutor and has long Public Service tenure. He will oversee suburban courts and set timetables with Mr Jeffries to determine which courts operate on which days.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gillespie
Country Local Courts Department
Adelaide
Jeffries
Melbourne Speech Links Mortgage Bank to Political Support
A Melbourne arrival reports Federal Treasurer J. Chifley tying the Mortgage Bank Bill to the Country Party platform and to labor promises. He notes Labor would establish a mortgage branch of the Commonwealth Bank if elected, while a government spokesman says capital would be limited and private banks would not be displaced.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Melbourne
J. 5. Chifley
Commonwealth
Wilim
Independent Country Party
Chifley
Country Party
Labor
McEwen
Menzies
War Council
Forde
Tye
Iuad
Commons
Wealth Bank
Thumbs-Up Club Meeting Elects New Officials
Thumbs-Up Club officials resigned last night and the election results named W. H. Threadgold as chairman and J. Davis as vice-chairman. R Crouch was chosen secretary, F C McLean treasurer, with Mrs N Brown as manager.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wo James
T. D. Barber
W. H. Threadgold
1. Davis
Woo. R Crouch
F.C. McLean
Weasurer
N. Brown
Melbourne Girl Charged With Vagrancy Remanded
A 19 year old girl was remanded by the City Court of Melbourne on a vagrancy charge after admission of several incidents. Police stated she admitted travelling with soldiers and sleeping in railway carriages at Seymour and Melbourne. A medical examination was ordered to assess her condition with Salvation Army officials noting concern for her welfare.
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Oda Brostolm
Charles Street
Hine West
Ature
Tye Lusure
Ani
Ahe Witess
Win
Whett
Whrco
Tha
Roberts Nail
Yeas
Melbourne
Heviownar
Tower Row
Bess
Seyrmontr
Mrt
Seymour
Seymour Wd
United States
Anderson
Salvation ‘Army
Djimistoms Countel
Bread Zoning System Pending in Pirie
A new zoned bread delivery plan in Pirie aims to conserve manpower and fuel by assigning deliveries to geographic zones. The scheme, prepared with government support, could start soon after a Saturday vote, affecting bakers in Napperby to Warnertown and nearby districts, with potential vehicle reductions and faster rounds.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pirie
Lang
State Budget in Preparation in Adelaide Parliament
Adelaide Thursday reports the state budget preparation amid federal influence on income tax. Parliament aims to pass a Supply Bill of 1 300 000 to cover six weeks while awaiting Estimates and potential uniform taxation changes and a proposed entertainment tax shift to Federal control.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Adelaide
Restriction of Employment Amended Regulations
The new regulations issued by the Minister of Labor loosen rules for older workers and certain roles. Women over 45 may be engaged without a permit, with exemptions for station work vegetable markets orchards vineyards ship crews and care roles for women and professional nursing. Where permits are delayed a temporary engagement up to eight days may be allowed for urgent coastal work.
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Vick
Argent
Pine Hospital Care and Local Movements Report
Local notes detail Albert Belfoury charged from Pine Hospital medical ward. P Dollard of Pine Wisk recovering after a July 2 motoring accident. Gert Phillips of Solomodown set to leave for Adelaide. J Stenson and family scene in Solamantown enjoying steady Pirie Hospital progress. W Veal of Belomen town helps in Pirie Hospital ward. Two patients near discharge include VCH Emery and J Barrett. Patrice of Gooderot Pine West admitted to Seaman’s appeal ward. Lady Hold aware of Sir Herbert Hd open Pirie annual Centred Molentar end of month. Former Baber town resident joins Pirie branch of National Bank.
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P. Dollard
Pine Wisk
Duly 2
Pirie Hopital
Gert Phillips
Solomodown
Adelaide
Pd Trac
J. Stenson
Church Circle
Solamantown
Pirie Howital
W. Veal
Belomen
Mears
Red Cross Appeal Reaches Suburban Donors
An appeal by the Red Cross raises donations from suburban residents. The report notes totals collected and upcoming fundraising events. Local volunteers organize collection drives and urge continued support to aid relief efforts.
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Caucasus
Betuyag
Linsk
Kinchovsk
Stalingrad
Kletskaya
Kotelnikove
Egypt
Milliam
Norman and
Florence Streets
Port Pirie
Turkey
Laindon
Seth Huth
MR. Curtin Critical
Pirie Corps
Robert Watth
Ada Breto
Rutgers
MR. Gillespie
ME. W. C. Gellespie
Tary
Sean
Pirke Kahwra
Thors
Virie
Metro- Politan
M. M. Bishop
Virie's
Anamon
Napperby
Nelshaby
Warnertown
Air School
District ’ Council
Babar
Che Honger
Dl Agaster Bakers
Soule
Carter
Nix
Walt Aye
Iri
Iric
Robesheins Limited
York
Rom
Vikie West
Perryman and Pannell
Gertrude Street
A.V. Raggratt
Gooderad
O. ‘Wo Kretschmer
Norma Street
G. Webb
Pike Street
Solomontown
J. R. Mayes
Ellen Street
Ko Stephanos
Hemen
Playford
Albert Belfoury
Pine Hospital
Uted Ee
Moss Pret Mata
Iit 3.5
Por
Baber: Town
Mationsl Bank
Red Cross Appeal
Vres Sclupnelats
Fara
Malta Fund
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