Raids on Britain Costly to Enemy in Wave Attacks
Observer notes enemy air raids came in waves every three minutes. Reports claim about 50 bombers in Abres Formations attacked a southeast coast town in the morning, dropping 10 high explosive bombs and shells, demolishing flats, a pubic hall, and a bus station, with many windows shattered and casualties including one dead and several injured. A notable feature was fierce attacks on barrage balloons amid the air battle.
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Qne
Abres
Italy Threatens Greece as Bombing Raids Rise
The report notes Italy's press threats to Greece if neutrality tilts toward Britain while denying imminent military action. It adds that balloon barrages expand, two balloons are destroyed, and civilian deaths occur in Britain as retaliatory raids hit German points. Aerodromes at Guernsey are attacked and nightly raids hit French Dutch and German coasts.
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Italy
Greece
Britain
Germany loses 186 planes in three days
Australian Associated Press reports 186 German aircraft downed in three days of relentless attacks on Britain. raids on the South Coast and Channel shipping cited. 65 planes destroyed Sunday, 60 Thursday, 61 yesterday, with naval losses noted and continued heavy anti-aircraft fire.
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Germany
Britain
Australian Associated Press
Channel
Sunday
S Bay
Town hit by sudden incident in England and Scotland
Hazardous devices and air battles hit England Scotland with seven raiders reported killed or wounded. The southeast coast of England and southwest Scotland saw major attacks while two South Wales towns reported injuries. By noon seven raiders were believed down in the chaotic morning raid.
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London
Wales
England
Scotland
Germany Attacked as Allied Bombardment Intensifies
Allied air forces bombed German depots and occupied territory, with raids near GELSenkirchen and Dortmund. Cherbourg and Le Havre targets saw tank and depot strikes while German industrial sites faced heavy pressure. Coastal Command losses were reported as reconnaissance missions continued amid night bombing efforts.
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Germany
Dortmund
Gelsenkirehen
Wan Hoelele
Gherbourg
Busaetuur Haltenben
Bart
Euemsaeradriia
Imall
Germain
Coastal Command
Jenny Higtts
Cherbourg
Dureth Cudat
Tie
Wil i
Wuerusey
Vrenet
Thos Sea
Raids Cause Severe Damage and Casualties Across Regions
Amid heavy Luftwaffe raids, numerous homes sustained severe damage and casualties were reported in several towns. German bombers targeted populated districts amid falling debris and shattered windows. British units pursued downed pilots and collected wreckage as life resumed after the alerts.
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London
Barrow
Man Killed At Rains Hill In Early Morning Crash
A fatal accident occurred on Warnertown Road Kaine HM early today when a car overturned. Mr J Kokotis of Flormice Street Pirie was trapped beneath the vehicle with another man. Mr L Arbou and Mr S Couani assisted, with a doctor and ambulance arriving. Kokotis was dead on examination. two other occupants were seriously injured and removed to hospital.
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Kaine HM
J. Kokotis
Flormice Street
Pirie
Napperby
Cay
L. Arbou
Sclamontomi
S. Couani
Kokatis
Matt
Kokotis
Arbon
Ine
Thay AW Kokotis
Tim
Qs Hospital
Temperature Readings Recorded for Yesterday
The thermometer data shows a yesterday high of 56 degrees and a 24 hour low of 42.2 degrees, ending at 8.30 am. Readings cover the 24 hour period preceding the report with no additional notes on location or instrument.
Man Fires at Constable in Adelaide Scrub Escape
A gunman fired at a constable in the scrub between Clary and Cockburn near Adelaide, then escaped. Police and armed stations searched the area while trackers followed trails toward Mingary. a man was pursued from Mingary to Meltoniad Mill, with warrants and station notices issued.
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Adelaide
Clary
Cockburn
Cetahie Budion
Cockban
Angel Metdonald Hall
Moca
Ural
Tly UN
Mingary
Appalling Plane Crash at Canberra Ten Deaths
A catastrophic Canberra air disaster leaves ten dead as three federal ministers are among those aboard. Rescuers struggle to reach burning wreckage while victims are feared incinerated in the flames.
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Canberra
Canberra Air Disaster Strikes Cabinet Ministers
A Canberra air crash near the Royal Australian Air Force base killed ten aboard, including Federal Ministers G A Street and J W Fairbairn and senior officers. The plane exploded in flames during landing, bodies incinerated, cause unknown, survivors and rescuers worked amid wreckage as government officials notified.
Military and Hospital News and Far-Reaching Air War Fragments
Florence resident Mr W G Blackmat sustains head injuries after a salts incident at Waterside Workers Hall on July 18 and shows improvement at Pirie Hospital. Fireman Dr Thomas expects six weeks in hospital. Mr C Woolman progresses in medical ward after nearly five weeks. B R Grocke discharged. Parallel wartime reports describe a British fighter signaling cease fire, German counts, and aircrew events with a Tunisian style rescue over the Chanel. Naval boats pursue downed German units off the English coast as Home Guard members showcase a captured German flag or emblem amid public displays to aid the Red Cross.
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W. G. Blackmat
Florence Street
Hall
Pirie Hospital
DR. Thomas
Guard Mit
Great National Calamity Described in Local Tragedy
A garbled newspaper clipping recalls a national calamity and local sorrow. The piece mourns leaders and losses, noting a minister’s somber reflection on the tragedy affecting Aus- Analls and the nation.
Messages of condolence pour in from Australian leaders
Canberra reports rapid condolences as leaders respond to a disaster. Federal Opposition Leader Gurtia pledges united effort to aid Australia and acknowledge the fallen in public duties. Deputy Prime Minister Lamertot notes several senior figures among the victims and calls for solemn tribute. Church leaders and local dignitaries plan prayers for the veterans.
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Canberra
Dlaspriul
Veetesias
D) Gurtia
Australia
LL. Lamerot
Ald
Piries Sorrow Expressed in Telegram by Mayor
Mayors telegram from Pirie expresses deep sorrow for Australia’s loss in the tragedy, offering condolences to Prime Minister Menzies and to the families of the soldiers. The city stands with the nation during this wartime disaster and shares in mourning.
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Meo W. 1
Threwigold
Piri Yeptenday
Mr. Menzies
Prhive
Arthur Honey Sentenced for Theft Attempt in Supreme Court
Adelaide reports Arthur Lawrence Honey age 31 of Victoria Square was found guilty of attempting to steal money from the Engineering and Water Supply Department on July 7, 1940. He received a 13 month prison term from Mr Justice Napier after evidence from J B Kelly. The defense reaction called the ruling a terrible shock.
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Adelaide
Arthur Lawrence Honey
Cerk
Dulees
Victoria Square
Engineering and Water Supply Department
Justice Napier
Supreme Court
J. B. Kelly Callas
Returned Men Will Grieve
Capt. D. Yates of the Northern battalion defency corps speaks on the Commonwealth’s severe loss. He notes returned soldiers gain new insight after service and honors those who fought with the ALF and Empire amid wartime sacrifices.
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Commonwealth
D. Yates
Hs.l. Defency Corps
Laviox
ALF
White
Empire
Wien
Shadow Cast Everywhere in Parliament's Gloom
Mr. J. M. Beerwertz speaks of disaster details as dire and contemptible noting Nusrat’s alleged actions. Adelaide courier reports gloom spreading through Parliamentary circles with officials lamenting the tragic events and the impact on governance.
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J. M. Beerwertz
Nusrat
Adelaide
Wwe
Aus Rolls
Ministers Missing Disaster Flight Split over Travel Choice
Two ministers avoided the disaster by not joining the ill fated plane. Senator G McLay and Mr A W Fadden were invited to fly but declined. McLesy cited no conference with the Customs General, while Fadden chose train travel to avoid formal cancellation.
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Uanbenia
Torsday
Sen. G. McLay
A. W. Fadden
1938 crash near Mount Anderlong claims airliner
An illusive report from late October 25 1938 recounts a WANE airliner crash from Adlai Ly Sterbourne Mushieel into Mount Anderlong at about 2000 feet. The wreckage and cause remain unclear while a Mes. A ker Mali unit investigates the Comuneres.
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Yestunday
Kyecmx
Adlai
Sterbourne
Mount Andetong
MALI
Ti Comuneres
Missing RAAF Plane Feared Lost Off Queensland Coast
Six crewmen from Archerfield Aerodrome aboard a twin engined RAAF aircraft are feared dead after failing to return from a navigation exercise. Two rescue planes, a naval vessel, and lifeboat provisions are involved as search efforts extend up to 400 miles offshore with lights and signals monitored for a sighting. The crew included Flying Officer Glerwyn Stephen Matthews and Pilot Officer Kom Esston, among others.
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Sydney
RAAF
Archerfield
Queensland
Tures
LAA
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