Japanese Surrender Planned aboard Missouri August 31
Gen Douglas MacArthur disclosed official surrender terms for Japan. The surrender papers will be signed on the USS Missouri in Tokyo Bay on August 31. Burma’s Japanese commander confirms a cease fire but cannot guarantee orders have reached north of the Shwegyin Parun line. In Lugon a last pocket totaling thousands of mountain troops plans to surrender. Uncertainty remains over who will accept Japan’s surrender in Hong Kong and Manchuria.
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Masten
Dpsha
Japan
Douglas MacArthur
Missouri
Tokio Bay
Burma
Shwegyin-Parun
Bomb Casualties in Japan Rise From Atomic Explosions
Tokio Radio released figures on atomic bomb casualties totaling 90,000 dead and 180,000 wounded. The broadcast added 170,000 killed and 412,000 injured by other bombs, with 9,000,000 rendered homeless.
Reds marching in China threaten cities in north central region
IST forces in North and Central China have gathered strength for an all-out offensive. Tsingtao is surrounded with street fighting in Tientsin. Communists approach via Wanping and Nanyuan as red forces press toward key cities.
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Chungking
China
New China “Daily News
Tsing-tao
Tientsn
Shile
Wanping
Nanyuss
British American Fleets Unite in Historic Demonstration
The British and American fleets staged a historic aerial and naval demonstration near Tokio aboard the Duke of York. More than LOW planes took off simultaneously, many flying at masthead height, in a show of Allied power reported by the Associated Press correspondent.
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New York
Tokio
Associated Press
Duke of York
Poona Arrests Reported by Bombay Government
Poona authorities state the Bombay Government has arrested more than 300 individuals amid a sweeping security sweep. Officials describe the action as ongoing and unspecified in scope, with no detailed charges released at this time.
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Poona
Bombay
Utd
Public Army Vehicles to Speed Deliveries
Canberra report states that a public army vehicle program will accelerate sales and disposals. Officials claim efficiency improvements will reduce delays and cut costs while maintaining suitability and safety standards amid ongoing investigations and reviews.
Col Walter Doliman Deceased At 72
A historical notice reports Col Walter Doliman died aged 72. The fragmentary text references World War II service in the 27th Battalion and mentions victims and violence, with references to the Satara district and alleged mistreatment of villagers, policemen, and officials.
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Col
Walter Doliman
Vallatie
Walter Dothnay
Malvorin
Sina
Ionen
Feyur
Satara
Werarists
We Sem
Future of Hong Kong Crisis Sparks International Debate
An AP dispatch from Chungking reports US Secretary Byrnes considering a Hong Kong settlement plan. Chinese and British officials weigh options as Tokyo surrenders loom. Chinese forces may occupy Hong Kong under Japanese capitulation terms, with the Chinese High Command asserting control.
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Byrivs
United States
Washington
Titus Goverment
Hongkong
Foeing
Bri Ruste
Frame
Ching
Amerian
Chungking
Clanee
Fiongkun
Che
Honghong
Separation Order Granted in Port Augusta Case
Fi Thae Canit yesterday Mie Woe Gilapie SM sought separation from her husband Vile wastody of their fale children. The woman named Catherine Elizabeth Burky Carlton parade Port Angusa jinn stefani sas Harry Daniel Buse. His Honor noted the husband had been physically violent and made false accusations of chastity. He described incidents including tea thrown, a manacing attack, and threats in the dark. Mrs Hona reported provoked retaliation due to prior mistreatment. Burke was ordered to pay 244 cl fees and court costs.
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Port Angesta
Ant
Gage
Port Augusta
Catherine Elizabeth Burky
Carlton Parade
Port Angusa
Stefani Sas
Harry Daniel Buse
Wil
Hona
Keey Huustand
Burke
This Beasty Business Causing Canberra Conference Debate
Canberra Thursday. At the Premiers Conference today Senator Keane Minister of Customs rejected light beer manufacture to curb intoxication. He warned of reforming licensing laws to stop hotel closures at work end. He argued brewers would need tighter controls and more excise staff if light beer were produced. The question will be studied by Customs authorities.
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Canberra
Sen
Keane
My Hanlon
Queensland
Customs Department
Chifley
Australia
War contracts end p. South Australia faces unemployment
The Trades and Labor Council warns of mass job losses as war contracts end. About 60 workers in South Australia will be out of work after next week, with calls for federal action to prevent a landslide of unemployment. Deputy Director General of Manpower notes no large impact expected, while officials plan for reemployment. Russell Oyember will travel between Snowtown, Brinkworth, Pirie, and Canberra for business and government matters.
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Adelaide
United Trades and Labor Council
Austrasia
Ene
Lahior
Hirogaly
Mrt
Uunkne
Geneea
Manpower
Russell
Snowtown
Brinkworth
Pirie
Canberra
Pirie Hospital admits and discharge notes update
Mr W Lottes of Scott Street Pirie West remains patient at Pirie Hospital after three weeks. Mr Harold Cocking of Warvertown admitted to the original ward. Mr Bod Mahoney of Alfred Street Howetowy left arm crushed while working at the Smelters. he has been discharged. J Beagley returns to Kes Wick from Pirie. Spr Job Brine returns to Quentisland after leave with his parents. Two-Mile Crossing.
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Pire Hospital
W. Lottes
Scott Street
Pirie West
Harold Cocking
Warvertown
Pirie Hospital
Bod Mahoney
Alfred Street Howetowy
Wn Nillers
Pirie
Jobi
Brine
Quentisland
Mrs. W. H. Brine
Building Fund Pree Acknowledgement Report
A fragmented note records a collection for a building fund. It lists owners Smith Ltd and Oswald, mentions a total amount of 795 pounds with references to signs, flags, and a box collection. Specific names or dates are unclear due to the damaged text but indicate a local fundraising effort.
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Smith Ltd
Woo Rie
Savage
Snowy
Oswald Tro Ye Haston
Magnificent V P Day Wreath Tribute In Woodward Park
A wartime silent tribute unfolds as workers collected wreaths in Woodward Park for Memorial Day observances. Volunteers, including Mrs. Tan, assisted in gathering and presenting the wreaths, admired by local officials and neighbors. The effort honors fallen service members with somber, civic participation.
River Wides and Weather Details From 1941 Issue
The page lists river high and low water levels for Todas High Water and related stations, with figures in feet and inches. It also provides lighting up times, sunrise and sunset, local temperatures, barometer readings, moon phases, and coupon expiry notes for various goods including tea butter sugar meat and children's books, with next issue dates.
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Todas
Bat Pam
Pirie Reports Clean Health Bill With Cough Lead
The fortnightly Central Board of Health report up to August 18 shows 91 infections in Pirie district, led by 51 whooping cough cases. Scarlet fever, diphtheria, meningitis, polio, erysipelas, malaria relapse, and four new tuberculosis cases are noted, with two tuberculous deaths and diphtheria fatalities including one at Wallaroo.
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Pirie
Central Board of Health
Recorder
Metropolitan
West Torrens
Yorke Peninsula
No Relief Yet From Taxation Budget Of 500 Million
A wartime budget report notes a 500 million pound taxation plan and continued war costs. It warns that even after hostilities end, budgets must cover rehabilitation and pensions for servicemen and women. Officials anticipate income from veterans returning to work could allow tax reductions without greatly cutting revenue.
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Commonwealth
Treasury
Rain totals at Pirie post office after duststorm
For three days Pirie received 16 points of rain after a duststorm on Monday. Three points fell soon after the duststorm and Tuesday's patchy rain added 13 points by Tuesday night. By 8 o’clock yesterday morning three points were recorded.
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Pirie
Victory celebrations at Crystal Brook parade returns
Crowds lined the streets for Victory day events in Crystal Brook. A procession from the council chamber moved to the recreation ground where football, basketball, and children's races were held as bands played and civic officials presided.
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Crystal Brook
Vietors
Trees Planted At Pirie East School Ceremony
Trees donated by Broken Hill Association Smoker were planted by children at Pirie East school. Proceedings opened with Song of Australia and two minutes of silence for the falley. The children's pledge was pledged before the Union Jack, followed by the National Anthem. Sports were enjoyed and children treated to fruit while adults had afternoon tea.
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Nictery
Pirie East
Broken Hill
Childres
Weil
Australia
Tomorrow's Racing Tomorrow's Racing at A B C Meeting
Evening racing card lists hurdles at Ajester and David Star in Dequettevile with Minion Lady Rose mary in steeple and multiple names in sprint events at Pimlico and Middle Man First Trigh Allofus Red Wing Second Trial Soldare Duke of Avon and a long list of horses in four year and three year olds races with Arduli Philander among others.
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A.B.C
Ajester
David Star
Minion
Lady Rosemary
Hunter
Jack Far
Kingbaz
Mite Solvent
the Bohemian
Pimlico
Allofus
Red Wing
Soldare
Duke of Avon
Discharge Arrangements for British Naval Personnel
Canberra discusses completed arrangements between the Australian Government and British naval authorities for the discharge of British naval personnel in Australia. Secretary of the Migration Department Mr meters disclosed the development during Premiers' Conference discussions on migration.
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Canberra
Austalia
Bri
Ish
Mr Meters
Migration Department
Conferaver
Weather forecast snapshot for Australian cities
Squally unsettled conditions bring showers mainly to rural areas with northerly to westerly shifts by night. Temperatures across Bris que, Adelaide, Melbourne, Perth, Sydney and Hobart range from mid 50s to mid 60s with cool coastal readings and a late day breeze.
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Brisque
Adelaide
Melbourne
Perth
Sydney
Hobart
Pirie
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Port Pirie
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Kai-Shek
London
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UNIL
Generalissimo
Chiang Kai-Shek
Sen. Keane
L. Council
Ferday
Pirie Husvata
Pie J. Beagley
Kes Wick
RSL
V.P
F. H Lange
Feo
Sete Road
Woodward Park
Melovian
Sinelter
Pugels
Niger
Monsen
Jeaty Hanengeneins
Aim Pirie West
W. C Gillespie
Pine
Weinsuin
Clareney Lastor Saler
Sater
Oscar Klingbiel
Gladys Sandery Salen
Klingbiel
Mrs. Sandery
Rex Lovering
Suler
Sandery
Saler
Smith
Kinbiel
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Baler
Mr. Warren
Hannan
Sandery Wanhandle
Laot
Rissell
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Sler
Latte
Heather Dawn ‘Tee
Mrs
George Tee
Tunis
Wedneslay
Paris
Hostitfes
Pharos
Mentone
Ausiuen
Orchestral
Gay Lad
Murdigras
Chesterfield
Apropos
Lish Gem
Reynard
Princess Anny
Thorsand Aya
Aratos
Houdlicap
Arduli
Philander
Prests Limited
Pirie's
Ladies
S.W
O.S
S. W
S.S.W
Haberdashery
Manchester
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