Coblenz Cleared After 31 Mile 48 Hour Breakthrough
Allied forces led by the American Third Army storm Coblenz at the Rhine Moselle confluence as 31 miles in 48 hours shattered the German defense. SHAEF said Coblenz was virtually cleared with seven towns captured and 11 more cleared. The First Army push at Remagen and Saarbrucken reports confirm widening pressure on German lines.
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Australian Associated Press
Lonton, Snil
Rhine
Rhine- Moselle Triange
Third Army
Coblenz
SHAEF
Supreme Headquarters of the
Allied Expeditionary Forces
United States Fourth Armored
Seventh Army
Hag
Moselle
United Press Association
Remagen
Spitfires Hit Out Against Forces East of Rhine
A World War II air report states Spitfires of the Royal Air Force conducted patrols east of the Rhine and attacked enemy groups, reportedly scoring many direct hits and destroying what were believed to be enemy headquarters buildings in the region.
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London
Petreal
Rhine
Fay Houp
Much battered bridge over the Rhine
A heavily damaged bridge at Hemagen over the Rhine collapsed into the river ten days after an Allied offensive. A Twelfth Army staff officer said engineers have established a crossing and traffic will continue despite loss of the bridge head. The collapse will not threaten Allied positions on the east bank.
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London
Hemagen
Rhine
Associated Press
TE Waly
Joss
Taos
Hanie Dluyis
Red Army Progress Reported by Moscow Correspondents
London dispatch says Moscow correspondents report that the Red Army is engaged in a significant development. Details are unclear but authorities expect further updates on the progress and impact across the front.
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London
Moscow
Veena Tes Announces Reevaluation of Regional Security Pact
Officials in Veena Tes signal a forthcoming statement on regional security arrangements. The anticipated disclosure, tied to Qyatiqwit talks, aims to address ongoing tensions and stakeholder concerns across neighboring states.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Blackaute
Bombs Buried Deep In Earth After British Test Blast
A 10 ton British bow was buried deep in the earth as 1X men labored nine days to uncover it following a ministry air announcement. A live photo survey from March 14 shows a town area wrecked with a viaduct checked and seven great columns supporting a mansion destroyed. Stumps remain where seven other columns stood, and a nearby outlet was seriously damaged.
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London
Ugh
Ministry of Air
Hve Hevonner
Wajvet
Kobe targeted in major air raid over Japan port
Japan endures a massive air attack on Kobe as Allied bombers from the Marianas drop 2,580 tons of incendiaries. The assault centers on the city core, threatening its port and 990,000 residents.
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New York
Japan
Kobe
Marianas Islands
Flames Visible From 150 Miles Amid Raid Damage
New York reporting on a Japanese air raid in Kobo Wncluser. The 300 Fortresses took part and pilots say flames were visible from 150 miles away. Smoke rose to about 10 000 feet. Nine square miles of the port suffered heavy damage with further areas badly burned.
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Kobo
Japan
282 000 Japs in Five Months Headline Assault Report
General MacArthur reports the Luzon offensive has cost the Japanese 145,000 dead in two months, bringing total Japanese losses to 282,000 across five months of the Philippines campaign. The communique notes Allied advances and positions along Luzon as operations continued.
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Guam
Sunthiy M. MacArthur
Luzon
Philippines
New York Radio Reports US Carrier Attack on Kyushu
Sunday KIO Radio in New York announced that American carrier based planes conducted an attack on east and south Kyushu at six this morning. The report recalls earlier strikes against Tokyo and notes intensified Allied activity in the region, with references to a Ronins group and convoy actions amid the ongoing campaign.
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New York
KIO Radio Today
Kyushu
Tokio
Ronins
Iwo Jima Now in U S Hands
The Khynd of Iwo Jima in the Bonins is now wholly American, a critical bombing base 660 miles from Japan. The campaign has cost Allied forces nearly 10,000 casualties, including 4,189 Marines killed, while Japanese losses exceed 20,000 dead.
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New York
Iwo Jims
Bonins
Weather forecast hints at warm interior with cool coastal days
The official 24 hour forecast calls for generally fine conditions with warm to hot interior temperatures and cooler to moderate conditions along the coast. South to east winds are expected, bringing mild to warm air while inland areas trend hotter.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Masia Poneranin
Worth
Adlai Methomene
Mabeny
Port Augusta Community Plans Progress Amid Park Development
Plans for expanding park lands and implementing community centre led development in Port Augusta are advancing. Mayor L. G. Riches announces a scheme featuring plantations, gardens, and improved public spaces with focus on lasting public benefit.
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Port Augusta
L. G. Riches
Sachin
Gael Fennel
Camilla
Alan
St Patrick's Day Celebration at St Mark's Hall Hosts Irish Night
A large St Patrick's Day event at St Mark's Hall featured a concert and Irish program. Performances included choirs, recitations, songs, dances, and violin solos by students from St Mark's and St Anthony's schools, with music provided by McBride, Toath, and Malyetra.
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Turin
Irish National Way
St Mark's
Hall
Anthony Schowl
Chen
Stein
Childe
St. Mark's School
Madivau
Alo
MW Malyeha
Education in South Australia expenditure review
A government statistics report on education funding in South Australia cites nearly £1,500,000 allocated across the system. The document outlines budgeting by the Education Department, noting staff counts, pupil numbers, and classroom provisions amid ongoing reform efforts.
Hugh Young Repeats as Champion in Weekend Event
Hugh Young again wins the final defeating Ye Brakenrige with a 25 10 17 score. The weekend meet features strong performances by Young and several notable players, with numerous match results listed including Chute odugeles, Mc Hackberg, and Scruton in various handicap and singles events.
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Chih Hosa
Asf
Loms
H. Young
Wo Hackberg
Walker
Dal Melnerney
Aiit
Maniteau
Sgl
R. Scrution
Trown
Nagant Bockerberg
Scruton
Mullighand
T. Gooley
Seventieth Anniversary Sermon at Vive Congregational Church
The seventy year celebration of Vive Congregational Church featured a sermon by Rev Harry Wood. The service recalled past trials and the church’s endurance, with emphasis on faith in Christ, unity, and the church as a body called to act boldly. Lingering notes criticized society’s distractions while urging steadfast Christian witness.
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Vive Congregational Church
Harry Wood
Waud
Res Wood
Vic Lammner
Christ
NASA
Sean
Chidren
Freddy
Hyon
Yan
Baines
Never Been Worse Custom Officials On Tobacco Stocks
Melbourne reports that tobacco leaf and manufactured tobacco and cigarettes are in a deplorable state with reserves disappearing due to labor troubles. Customs officials say stockpiles are being depleted faster than they are produced, setting the scene for a Central Tobacco Manufacturers Advisory Committee meeting in Melbourne to fix April supplies for civilian smokers.
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Melbourne
Australia
Tost
Central Tobacco —Manufactrers Advisory Committee
WAAAF Fourth Anniversary Honors The Young Indispensables
Australia marks four years since the Women's Auxiliary Australian Air Force formation on March 15 191. At Pirie No 3 Air Observers School members paraded before an anniversary dinner and ball A message from Duchess of Gloucester Air Chief Commandant was read praising WAAAF members The parade was followed by a formal dress event torchlight tribute group captain W beer delivered remarks and thanks A duchess message urged continued service until victory and peace The evening included a cake ceremony and a formal dinner with a grand repast and dancing with WAAR members.
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Duchess
Gloucester
Australia
Women's Auxiliary Australian Air Force
No. 3 Air Observers’ School
Pirie
the Duchess of Gloucester
Commonwealth
All Unity
W.aa.a.b
W.aaa.p
W.aa.af
W. Beer Commandine Ditleer
Efforg
Duchess of Gloucester
WAAAB
Australian Air
Huy cc
Svareth Py
Aes Gimat
Tongest
Dey
Sempson
Hornseter
Seb Sherypsen Fae Trewin
Wanmi
WAAR
Inesaing
Pithawn
Coal stocks rise to 79 thousand tons in Australia
Adelaide reports coal stocks increased by about 16 000 tons to 79 811 tons, signaling the highest level in months. Premier Playford said week end stocks were near the level seen at rationing start. Forecasters expect this week arrivals to be steady but not equal to consumption.
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Adelaide
Huth
T. Playford
Ral Playford
RS.L. Building Fund Update and Donations
The article reports two weeks of fundraising by the RS.L. Building Fund through the Returned Sailors, Selldigr, and At hens League. Amount received to date is £72 17s 6d with further donations at the weekend, and details of the function's flow follow.
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Seldigr
Athens League
Double Birthday Party for Stoker Lawrieree and Dorothy Lawrence
The Lawrences at 12 Wilkins Street Solo celebrated Stoker Law rience turning twenty one and Dorothy turning eighteen with dancing games and a three tier cake cut by Stoker. Gifts included a handbag from Leather and sister in law and a key and kitbag from parents. Guests included Mr. and Mrs. Lawrence and many relatives and friends.
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Stoker R. Lawieree
Dorothy
Mrs Once
Wilkins Street
Solo
Stoker Lawrence
Miss Lawrence
T. Flitn
Lawrence
Stoker
D. Lawrence
Teresa Mezzino
Shirley Patrick
Rhoda Baldock
Mary Murphy
Joy Condon
Pat Herbert
Daphne Trewren
W. Lawson
Miner- Vini
R’ Meyer
Adelaide
An Original Member Looks Backward in Wartime Service
An original WAAAF member, Flight Officer W. Chidley, recalls four years in service with the Melbourne Herald report. Shirley Maee, among the first 25 volunteers, describes training as a teleprinter operator starting March 15, 1941, initial nerves, early duties, and public appearances in uniform. She cyphered for Kon grata, endured travel for leave, and notes the intense travel burden amid wartime duties.
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Wrueriy
Ata of Melbourne “Herald
Flight4o
Maee Shirley
Viewtorians
Ofper
R.A.A
Siznals Wrellen
Sheald
Bey
Infantile paralysis reported in New South Wales
Nine cases of infantile paralysis were reported in New South Wales yesterday with five in the metropolitan area. The week was the worst since the epidemic began in January. Five days noted further cases, bringing the total to five? bow 1.
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Sydney
New South Wales
Aea
Local notes from Pirie Hospital and area events
Personal notices detail My. Tom Meffride jun. undergoing an appendectomy at Pirie Hospital yesterday and Mr. Gordoe Perry losing two fingers in the same hospital on Friday. A 29 member lodgement party from the metropolitan area toured the Smelters and home, with named attendees listed, and Mr. A Sparkman transferred from Port Augusta to Pirie by Commonwealth Railways. Also noted are the funeral visit of Mrs. Maretta Murphy of Broken Hill for Alban J. Edwards, a Royal Australian Navy stoker on leave at Solomontown, and other local society items.
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Tom Meffride
Terrave
Pirie
Gordoe Perry
Piris
Frida
Ares
Pirle
Messrs
P. ‘Thompson
B. Thompson
R. Prosser
D. Prosser
W. Bond
Tewell
T. Edwards
Burr
F.C. Milbank
F. Oates
M. Briggs
A. McLans
HL. Cox
F. Bown
R. Arstey
J. G. Ramsey
J. Arthur
V. Jones
D. Gilson
Bown
J. Stulley
H. Brown
A. Sparkman
Port Augusta
Commonwealth Railways
Maretta Murphy
Broken Hill
Alban J. Edwards
Pirie Hospital
Stoker
R. Lawrence
Royal Australian Navy
Wilkins Street
Solomontown
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Saarbrucken
Luxembourg
Spitfires
RED Army Progress
Yamashita’s
Bingtia
Sil
Yaimushine
Anton Faye
Gen. MacArthur
Tokyo Radio
Iwo Jima
U.S
Making
Germany
Tite
Wales
Bae
Vederdag
Mioumeun
Kealays
Maxaumni
St. Mark's Hall
South Australia
Wisetone Ak
Auler
Bison Department
Edna Fini
Benshanes
Hugh Young
Pirie Greens
Pirie Church
Customs
Prige
WAAAF
Tan Shaw
Wulniaily
Ware Cea Aeet Lloyd Davies
RS.L._ BUILDING FUND
Wr Prey
Farigath
Brandt
Davie
Ti J. Youns
Os Didelt
W. Chidley
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