Watches Preparations for Italian Invasion
In Aden an air raid killed one British serviceman and three natives. Hungary asked Romania to fulfill a pledge to negotiate over Transylvania's possession as the war escalates in Europe.
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Newspaper
Port Pirie Recorder
Location
Port Pirie, South Australia, Australia
Date
Aug 12, 1940
Page
1
Drive on Egypt May Be Pending Large Scale Troop Movements
London reports from the Near East indicate large Italian troop concentrations in Libya near the Egyptian frontier. British and Egyptian authorities monitor the situation as German tank crews are believed moved to bolster Malian defenses for a potential attack on Egypt. The discussion labels the coming clash as a pivotal empire battle with global implications.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Egypt
Australian Associated Press
London
Libya
Near East
Tnk
France
Landust
Mediterranean
Res
Studs Observer
I. le Garvin
Britain
Empire
Brit forces advance toward Berbera in Somaliland
British troops push toward the Berbera defences on the Somaliland coast as Italian forces advance from the Abyssinian border. An RAF attack on enemy ships in a Libyan port and at Masiwa on the Red Sea is reported, while South African Command raids hit an Abyssinian air base destroying two bombers and damaging hangars and buildings.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lonbus
British Somaliland
Berbera
Gulf of Aden
RAF
Masiwa
Red Sea
South Africas Command
Abyssinia
Ceproni
Australian Naval Armament Policy Spurs War-Time Production
Sydney reports Minister of the Navy A. G. Cameron announced that armament policy has enabled naval and merchant vessels in Australia to be equipped. He said production is vastly higher than any previous year, praising local manufacturers and workers for wartime success amid broader industrial benefits. London reports indicate Japan seeks withdrawal of British troops from Shanghai, as British forces may be handed to Japanese authorities.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sydney
Australia
A. G. Cameron
Wertie
Ami ‘Sorkmen
Cameron
London
Sundus
Min A. Kalay
XW Man
Thorter
Avah
Mamie
Ivan
CupiaUan
Lomp
Vnseron
Ppusitien
Iim
Gomerog
Oman Sneath
Mfr
Mayon Auites
Ctriahan
Hes Ayeretlits
Fey
Rand
New South Wales
Hungary presses Romania for direct talks on Transylvania
A Budapest report says Hungary has sent a diplomatic note to Romania demanding immediate direct negotiations to settle claims over Transylvania. It insists on direct talks, rejecting mediation by Germany and Italy, and notes Romania has acknowledged the request.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Huig
Budapest
Husanary
Rumania
Transylvania
Germany
Waly
Yugoslav Minister To Meet Count Ciano
Yugoslav minister to meet Count Ciano as scheduled this week in Venler Ue. The encounter aims to discuss ongoing regional negotiations and strengthen bilateral ties amid rising tensions in the area.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Count Ciano
Jayo
Iano Talla Vorelay
Venler
Tetwart
Heelerad
Yugoslav Steamer torpedoed amid Atlantic danger
A Yugoslav steamer was torpedoed in the Atlantic by a German submarine. The vessel carried a cargo described as valuable and was attacked with heavy loss of life and damage reported to the crew and ship components.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States
Sunda
Atlantic
BU Wissive
Federal Voting Expectation Spurs Election Date Talk
Reports suggest a federal general election could be held on Saturday September 21 with Parliament meeting for the last time the following Friday. Polls show strong sentiment favoring the Liberal party led by Olmedo, amid broad public debate on the country’s political direction.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Canberra
Commonwealth Seeks Cheapest Wheat Load Amid War Talks
Government debates wheat handling in South Australia and other states. Officials discuss official stance on current system, potential changes, and implications for farmers, with ministers and MPs weighing costs, logistics, and wartime needs.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Adel Ale
Santas
Commonwealth
South Australia
Proposals For Pact Debated At Public Meeting
A public gathering discussed pact proposals across parties with emphasis on forming a National Government. Key figures referenced include Mr Curtin and Mr Menzies as they outlined party standpoints and potential concessions to secure primary producers support. The meeting touched on electoral strategy and political tensions ahead of polls.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Partiauuintars
Pauly
Guveenmcht
ceFtuan
Kulu
Labor Party
Country Party
AML
Gumimonwealte
Wink Pat Lutte
Hes
Australien Peut
Curtin
Four Killed in Aden Base Raid Debacle
An air raid on a British naval base at Aden left one Briton and three natives dead. Five Britons and an unknown number of locals were injured in the Malian attack, as defense forces grappled with the raid.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Aden
London
Albanian Rebels Clash with Italian Forces on Friday
A serious confrontation occurred Friday between Albanian rebels and Italian troops, raising tensions in the region and prompting security measures. The clash involved sporadic exchanges and injuries, with authorities assessing the situation and seeking deescalation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London
Thermometer Reading Leads to Early Saturday Finish
A fragmentary report shows yesterday’s thermometer reading with a low of 54 degrees at 8:30 am and a note about a 2¢ hour window ending in the morning, indicating an unusual time reference for the day’s start.
Youth Arrested After Brutal Attack on Meyers Family
In Sydney a youth, formerly an employee of Aled Meyers and his wife at Urana, was arrested after the couple were found attacked in their sleep. Police were informed promptly by Meyers and his spouse. The incident involved an assault on the employer and his wife, with authorities continuing inquiries into motive and details.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sydney
Aled Meyers
Urana
Ut Meyers
Meyers
Wheat And Silver Wheat Price Report
Wheat and silver wheat values noted with 4.21 per bushel for wheat and 11 owner for silver.
Reduction of Hours At Smallarms Factory
The Department of Munitions Supply has arranged a reduction of working hours at Lithgen Smallarms Factory to boost efficiency. Starting next Saturday operations will ease as several employees have been on one hour shifts. officials argue shorter hours will increase output.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Smallarms
Sydmev
Sinilay Ag
Fle Comb Ned Divin
Lithgen Smallarms
Thy Department of Munitions Supply
Dolly
Municipal Employes’ Union
E. P. O'Neill
Municipal
Barrier Council Rejects Log Demands For New War Terms
Broken Hill reporting that Barrier Industrial Council and mining firms discuss renewing present agreements for the war duration. Mayor and council debate shorter hours, five day week, midday meals, and wage adjustments as unions push for three weeks holiday and extra holidays for recognised shifts. A further conference is planned after council cites potential £5000 annual extra cost.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Broken Hill
Barrier Industrial Council
A. Kersten
Federated Engine, Drivers and Firemen’s Association
Messrs
EA. Slee
W. Chandler
C. J. Robbins
Pirie Carnival Draws Large Crowds and Raises Substantial Funds
The Irie Football Association held a patriotic carnival weekend in Pirie that yielded a projected net of about £100 after football matches and related events. About 1,400 to 1,500 people attended the Memorial Oval events, with takings around £75 from gate receipts and £5 from souvenir sales. A dance at the town hall drew 350 people and added to the profit, with net proceeds reported at £146. A picnic at Butler Park attracted around 250 attendees, with an additional £12 12s raised. Committee members credited the weekend's success to the football association and sponsors, including the Red Cross and Fighting Forces Conflicts Fund.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Irie Football Association
E. W. Golding
Eymails Beter Fite Red Cross Society
Fighting Forces Conflicts Fund
Ann, Golding
Jarvest
Enulance
Pirie
Auiny
Memorial Oval
Sven Cyst Rages
Association
Railroaders
J. Dormer
H. V. Mersing
W. Mackay
K. H. Heaslite
Reuters
Butler Park
Federal Cricket and Sports Club
Football Association
Messrs
M. Griffiths
H. Sharp
Burton
Featherston
H. Watts
Hicastin
Merlin
C. Geyer
Two Aero Planes in Pirie This Week
The Surrey Wilt announces two aircraft visiting Pirie this week. Maryn Moth and Gipsy Moth will be brought here by Mr Mussel Matthews this morning and tomorrow respectively. They will remain until the weekend.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pirie
Mussel Matthews
Pine Fire Brigade and Local Notables Report Updates
Fireman C R Thomas enters hospital creating vacancy as Fireman G Hague arrives at Pine Fire Brigade. Adelaide residents J Deanes and Rev Thornley Wellington sample local ties, with multiple recoveries and movements including D Daisy Street, Pirie Hospital, and RAAF leave. Several staff and visitors travel via Gaines Airways Adelaide Whyalla, while Brumby delegation plans travel to Pine.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
C. R. Thomas
G. Hague
Adelaide
Pine Fire Brigade
Thornley Wellington
Pirie
Lucindale
GH. Wade
Daisy Street
Salomontown
Pirie Hospital
Alexander Street
E. Finlay
H. E. Finlay
Terrace
Piske West
RAAF
K. Cooper
G. Frost
E May
Whyalla
Gaines Airways
Heyward Kretschmer
O. W. Kretsch
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Department of Infortintio
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J. Barnes
J. Harris
H.C. Cleeland
H.C. Dunam
F. Boland
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W. B. Smith
York Road
J. Flynn
Grocke
Firie Hospital
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T. Berry
Parafield
C. Mitchell
A McKensie
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S. Sparke
B. Higes
J. Cuters
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