Finland Admits Surrender After Frontline Pressure
Finland concedes defeat as Russian forces press the front during a hazardous retreat. Military leaders warn no assistance is available and that Soviet advances risk decisive breakthroughs.
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Newspaper
Port Pirie Recorder
Location
Port Pirie, South Australia, Australia
Date
Mar 14, 1940
Page
1
Finland Late War Cable Confirms Limited Requests
A late wartime dispatch from London notes Prime Minister Churchill denying that Pilau had repeatedly asked for men. Britain stated only materials were requested and were sent. Finland would have received Allied help if asked, and the Finnish decision not to nuke. The report also mentions Soviet terms and Allied naval plans in the broader military context.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London
Wellnesdy
House of Commons
Cinitaberidin
Prine
Pilaud
Jie
Finland
Mien
Finnish Petsamo yields to Soviet demands amid war line shifts
Finland concedes to Soviet pressure and makes peace with Russia. Allies find aid too risky. Petsamo remains a Finnish port, but other regions will be surrendered. Sweden and other northern states accused of abandoning Finland.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sweden
Petsamo
Finns Accept Conditions Of Peace Treaty Signed
Finland and Russia signed a peace treaty announced by Moscow radio and Berlin agency. The accord limits Finnish naval forces, sets ceasefire terms, and moves border adjustments near the Gulf of Bothnia, Lake Ladoga, and Viipuri, with ratifications due in Moscow.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Australian Associated Press
Polden, Wyrmeatlas
Finland
Russia
Moscow
Berlin
Terms of Peace and Finnish Acceptance of Moscow Pact
Moscow radio reports a Finnish peace treaty with Russia outlining ceasefire of military operations. Transfers include Karelia, Viipuri region, and parts of Ladoga shore with a joint frontier commission to fix lines. Finnish concessions give Russia cantons around Manko for 30 years and a Soviet base, while transit and consular rights through Petsamo are granted. Prisoner exchange to follow quickly.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mussie
Ankivar
Gulf of
Fintan
Lake
Ladoga
Pit Lund
Isburbt
Risheraen
Wenn
Sulla
Funai
Norway
Mannertiyin
Vienindi
Tirinment Sienatories
MT Mulotoft
Fureiun
Aildanult Fa
Panei
Atk
Moscow
Finland
Nvr
Arctic
Imix
Russia
Karelia
Vhpuris
Viipuri
Bas
Lake Ladoga
Rakisalmi
Sortavala
Suokaryi
Markajarsi
Kudajarvi
Rybachi
Gulf of Inland
Manko
St of
Hanke
Hanky
Tailand
Minsia
Petsame
Metsainu
Petsainu
Petsamne
Red Army
U-Boat Sunk Near Heligoland Bight Entrance
The Air Ministry reports an RAF bomber attacked a German submarine during a reconnaissance over Heligoland Bight and estuaries. The submarine was seen hit by at least one bomb and is believed sunk. Continued on page 4.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London
Wednesdary
Air Ministry
Heligoland Bight
RAF
Schilling
Apples to spare bumper crop says minister
Canberra reports 1940 apple crop total of 13 300 000 bushels with state breakdowns for Victoria New South Wales and other regions. Government forecasts indicate possible export to the United Kingdom and space for surplus supply through British authorities while ministries assess consumption and distribution.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Canberra
McLeay
Bond
Austen
Larivaitin
Bern
Britis
Ministry of Foods
Austell
United Kingdom
Fire saves £300 as damage limits helper’s actions
Fragmented text notes a fire incident with mentions of £300 saved from damage. It references a worker or helper assisting and removing items while a person named Keve or similar is noted, along with partial details of the event and responders. The readable content centers on salvage efforts and toll.
Northern Wheat Auction Improves Farmer Returns
A new arrangement for Northern Wheat yard promises higher payments for old season grain. The plan transfers ownership of stored wheat to a pain firm, with proceeds benefiting farmers who held the crop before the acquisition. The 1489-30 crop remains in a separate pool, and about 3,490,000 bushels of old grain were involved in the deal.
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Fi Inbal
Ald Sensos
Shira
Imbtares
Ali
Thik
Advises Declaring Levy for Wheat Support in Australia
Melbourne reports discuss declaring a levy to support wheat and mining actions. Officials, including Mr McPhergan, chair, expect costs to be recouped through a pool and Commonwealth arrangements. Farmers seek timely relief, with talks on lifting last pool proposal and potential extra charges to cover immediate expenditures.
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Nastralasidhi Gotmeil
Wwitp
Saroy
Werubey
Thalin
Vuk
Fh Ty
Meir Sirumele
McPhergan
Vie Whit Oar
Walt
Melbourne
Taber
Haystack Fire Destroys Fifty-Ton Stack on Clarke Farm
A haystack on Mr J H Clarke’s Warner-Sore farm burned out after ignition from a tractor backline. About 45 tons of hay valued at £2 a ton were destroyed, with 1 chain of paddock grass scorched. The stack, insured, burned rapidly despite efforts by Clarke and his son.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. H. Clarke
Warner- Sore
Yecerdan
Clarke
Recorder
Mr. Clarke
Thomas Clarke
Coal Strike Stops II In Next Two Weeks
Sydney reports a forthcoming coal strike will halt coastal shipping within a fortnight. The disruption threatens vessel coal loads and port operations as shipowners anticipate bunker costs and reduced stocks.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sydney
Ehal-Barnins
Hume Ie
Lead Mines at Mount Isa Face Potential Closure
Mount Isa lead mines may shut within a week as strikes threaten operation. Officials report exhausted stocks and disrupted coal supplies could halt production, with direct impact on railways and associated industries. The crisis follows a prolonged industrial dispute affecting workers and local infrastructure.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mount Isa
Mies
Krubbselinite
Ishmvieman
Ketiltnottiatt
Britain
Pownaville
No Federal Intervention Mentioned by Minister
The minister stated that no federal intervention would be attempted regarding the strike. He affirmed the plan to keep local measures firm and noted there was no immediate federal involvement anticipated.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Zanberia
Weinemiay
Federal
Archbishop Kellys Funeral in Sydney
The funeral obsequies of Dr. Kelly Archbishop of Sydney concluded with a solemn requiem Mass and a procession through the streets. The casket was borne to its crypt in St Marys Cathedral where he had chosen his final resting place.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sydney
Dr. Kelly
Archbishop Kelly
St. Mary's Cathedral
Breeze Brings Little Relief as Heat Persists
A historical weather brief notes a stubborn heat wave with long dry periods and blue skies. Reports say a cool change was anticipated yet the day remained hot and dry. Police records mention a quiet morning with no drunk incidents observed yesterday.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Radia
Thermometer Readings Show Temperature Fluctuations
The report notes yesterday's high of 102 with a low of 80 by 8.30 am and mentions readings at various times. Weather observations across the day indicate progressive changes and a generally fine overall day despite the fluctuating measurements.
Coal Change On Way Over Adelaide Winds Shift
A garbled report from Adelaide describes a coal change event with a mid morning arrival near noon. The piece notes strong winds from the south west, dust and a falling temperature as a western coastal town Enela about 60 miles away is cited with near noon timing.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Adelaide
Austrafia
Farntiormient
Enela
Fires, heat record in Melbourne as 103 degs reported
Melbourne reels from bushfires across Gippsland and coastal towns. A 103 degree temperature marks a record fourth straight day above 100, with forests burning from Torquay to Mount Martha. towns report property damage, injuries, and evacuations as authorities rush aid and predict a change in weather tomorrow.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Melbourne
Mt. Forests Commission
Ubal
Victoria
Mio
Gorftyal
Saweilline
Torquay
EL Hellers Tiuvat
Presbyterian
Bilace
Gestons
Aunatt
Mortlake
Willan
Gippsland
Negotiations for Federal Coalition Hit by Page Incident
Canberra reports a hitch in Menzies cabinet talks tied to Sir Earle Page and the Page affair. Perkins resigns to ease health, Cameron and Country Party positions under review. decisions hinge on who fills the fifth place and portfolio allocations including commerce and post office.
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Thompson
Cameron
Perkins
Assisant
Territories
Menzies
Ilness
Menses
Customs
Lawson
Heslux
Social Services
Frederick Stewart
Casey
Tbe
Country Party
Thorby
McEwen
Fadden
Collins
N.S.W
Mr. Menzies
Sen. Collett
Sen. McBride
S.A
Street
Earle Page
Cameron Fee
Nock
Pirie Holiday Movements and Local Appointments
Mr E R Hawke of Pirie South leaves for a two week Brompton holiday. Passengers listed for Gaines Airways Adelaide Whyalla service include L C Moody and Miss M Fitzgerald with others. Aldermen Thresdgold and Heid in Adelaide for Municipal Association conference, return to Pirie expected today. Light Horse Lamp squadron returns to camp after Pirie visit. F Dutton progresses in Pirie Hospital, recently wheel chair bound. O Brage visits Pirie and is admitted to hospital. P Hayball party from Adelaide staying with Mrs Jecksoe. H Johanson treated for knee injury and driven home by ambulance. Trotting night roster announced for St. John Ambulance. Glenele guests include Hissey, Young, Read, Bailey family, Cook, Rasmus, Corston, and Pratt party. AP Noostun to travel to Stawell Gift race for Easter Saturday.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gaines Airways
Adelaide- Whyalla
Adelaide
Pirie
L. C. Moody
Whyalla
M. Fitzgerald
L. Smith
T. Dahlia
Light Horse Lamp
Gawler
F. Dutton
Pirie Hospital
St. John Ambulance Brigade
J. Flinn
A. W. Lihou
J. Willson
A. L. Zubrinich
W. D. Barnes
W. H. Cousins
L. Pawelski
L. Upton
Glenele
Bowley
Moseley Street
LE. Pratt
Kenneth
Graham
Revell Street
Pirie West
Glenelg
AP. Noostun
Stawell
Enquiry Agent and Wife in Local Court Dispute
Acting Judge Haslam presided as George Allen, an enquiry agent of Kenilworth Road Parkside, claimed £15 from Annie Treoval of Dequestevilla Terrace for services rendered after a November 28, 1999 contract. The case alleges she was induced by fraudulent representations to enter the agreement, which she denies, while Allen contends £14 for three nights' engagement represents the amount spent.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Auelailie
Con Muogey
Haslam
Leale
George Allen
Kenilworth
Ron
Parkside
Annie Teeoval
Dequestevilla Terrace
Amt
George
Sly
Allen
Jude
Wissoner
Smelters Union Weighs Overtime Policy After Meeting
The Pirle Trades and Labor Council discussed overtime for road and steel work at the Smelters. It was decided to convene a meeting of interested unions to discuss the matter further.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Medey
Pirle Trades and Labor Council
Fever and water crisis in Mount Solitary hikers stranded
In Mount Solitary, 18 miles from Katoomba, a malaria sick man and a companion have been stranded for over two days. A search started after word reached Katoomba Colliery. the group had reached Mount Solitary Sunday. One English planter from Ceylon weighed 174 stone and could not be moved. Water ran out as fever worsened. springs were dry. A survivor pressed on toward a creek three miles away while others fetched water for the group.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sydney
Mount Solitary
Katoomba
Mount Salitary
Ceylon
Bere
Pirie Trades Delegation to Confer with Mariner on Dead Bonus
Delegates from Pirie Trades and Laloc Council to meet Mariner Industrial Council at Peterborough to discuss the dead bonus. Appointments include C. L. Devin, L. B. Davie, H. W. Brommick with roles noted.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pirie Trades and Laloc Council
Mariner Industrial Comm
Pelérboraueh
Nlich
Mesors
C. L. Devin Jet
L. B
Davie
Aterstary
Wad H.W. Brommick
Juulor
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