German air raids and Belgian defense in rapid war progress
Allied air forces report success against German squadrons while German raids cause heavy loss of life. Germans claim advances in Belgium and the Netherlands with isolation of frontier towns. Dutch and Belgian forces withdraw to planned lines as fighting rages in Ardennes and southern Belgium. Parachute troops and naval disembarkations noted. fires in cities largely controlled.
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Belgians halt German advance on Meuse line
Belgian forces halted the German advance in the Maastricht sector north of Liege as Belgian troops repulsed attacks on Liege forts. Air activity surged over Belgium with Premier Pierlot claiming Allied planes downed 100 enemy aircraft. German divisions faced near disruption at Maastricht while Belgian counter‑offensives and demolition work slowed the invaders.
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Air War Drives German Bombing Across Belgian Front
An Italian French communique reports intensified German attacks in Belgium and Holland with raids north of the Apennine gap and along the lower Rhine. The Feawh air force bombed German columns near Liyaahit and Brussels as German planes raided Amsterdam. casualties were reported and Dutch defenses feared.
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National Ministry
Germain
Brussels
Pant
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Amsterdam
Fouchears
Late War Gables Vote In Churchill Ministry
A special meeting of the House of Commons held today records a decisive vote of confidence in the new Churchill Ministry. The motion passed by a full majority with 38 in favor and none against, amid wartime cooperation rhetoric. Labor supports cooperation as the nation forges toward victory.
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Londor
Moudisy
House of Common
Churchill
Churchill Speech Prefers Victory in World War II Battle
In Parliament, Prime Minister Churchill declared Britain's aim is victory in the impending great struggle. He said war would demand all efforts on land, sea, and air, with tears and sweat, and that victory is the sole objective for survival. He spoke with buoyancy and hope as the nation faced adversity.
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Churchill
Refugee civilians harassed by German air raids in France
London reports the Air Ministry intercepted a coded German message instructing attacks on civilian refugees on roads. No major bombing reported last night though bombs fell in northern France. German airmen used machine guns against civilians amid ongoing raids.
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London
Air Ministry
Fas
France
German blows double threat near Albert Canal
London reports a German thrust south of the Albert Canal with strong forces in Holland and Belgium. Advancing units show movement through Maastricht toward the railroad from Brussels to Liege. British air action and precise Belgian advance praised, while main army battle awaits engagement.
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London
Holland
Belgium
Albert Canal
Latmembourg
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Maastricht
Mai
Brussels
Liege
Unity of Nation Unity of Nation
In Canberra on Monday Prime Minister urged national unity amid grave international tensions. The government pressed for complete recruitment of the Seventh Division and discussed defenses and economic measures including potential requisition of factories for war orders.
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Canberra
Temperature Records From Yesterday
The thermometer showed a maximum of 66.5 and a minimum of 45.2 for the last 24 hours ending at 8:30 am.
Half blanket and half sheet left to husband in property dispute
Fragmentary report notes a court hearing over a broken marriage property claim. It mentions a bed half a blanket and a sheet remaining, furniture and goods taken, and statements by witnesses about ownership and gift status. The hearing was adjourned as details were disputed.
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Cyclist Nicholson Denied Bigamy Charge in Melbourne Trial
Professional racing cyclist Sle Nicholson, 29, was charged with bigamy and committed for trial after a magistrate’s hearing. The case alleges Nicholson married Annie Hawley of Edith Vale in Richmond on December 23, and a January 21 statement from an associate indicated admissions. Nicholson says he made a mistake and seeks to help clear up the matter.
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Guy
Firuyourt
Nebolson
Wirth
Annie Hawley
Edith Vale
Richimond
Wei Wen
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Meholwom
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Nicholson
Diamonds search spurs NSW mining push urged by expert
A Sydney expert urged government action to boost diamond mining for industrial use. Dr Ward Mullushill said most Australian diamonds came from New South Wales with Echunga as a rare find. He cited substantial NSW production in areas like Gingara and Deld Kus Ln, noting diamonds in industry for carborundum wheels and other precision work.
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Sydney
Ward Ivuill Nushall
Ward
New South Wales
Echunga
Miins
Adelaide
Gald Uerated
Youth body found beside railway in Brompton
The mutilated body of William Slusley Sking, 19, of Sta Ferath Street, Bowden, was found alongside a railway line near Cog Un Street, Brompton, around dawn today. An overturned chair lay near the body and no clear cause of death is known yet.
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Momtay
Willian Slusley Sking
Staferath Street
Bowden
Cronelug
Brompton
Bleyely
Shinn
Pirie Garrison Guard Honored By Local Sub Branch
Lieut J S Malone told a Pirie sub branch meeting of the Soldiers’ Trual League last night that the garrison’s hospitality was appreciated by both veterans and newcomers. He noted the garrison’s work was not widely known to the public until they faced individuals in Pirie and received visible appreciation.
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Malone
Lithgow
Lithgow Valley
Lidsdale
Wallerawang
Public Works Department
Iast
Sinners’ Organisation
Len
SuMelent
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Stockrington
Tree Lloor
End of Coal Strike Moves Reported By Leaders
Coal strike talks continue between union representatives and the Federal Government with optimism of a settlement in days. Lithgow, Waleraone, and Mine openings see free labor calls and police guards while staff operate many sites.
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Montay
T In
M & Meeting
A.c.7.u
Demand For 10000 Pounds In Alleged Conspiracy Case
Sydney reports describe a letter claimed to be from J W Forbes threatening Trautwein and demanding a loan within 24 hours. Forbes alleges contact with Walker and Levitus who refused to help. The note cites director fees and alleged crooked assets, with further accusations about overpaid bonuses and dividends and a scary scheme connected to a Scottish Loan director.
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Treatwein
Forbes
Walker
Levitus
Trautwein
Scottish Loan
Lever
Proclamations Call Volunteers to Work State Mines
After a state cabinet meeting Minister of Mines Vincent announced proclamations to enlist volunteers for all coal mines in the state. Most mines opened today but none of the former employees offered services.
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Sydney
Vincent
Neral
Gas Restrictions In Melbourne Proclamation Aims Rationing
A government proclamation allows eight gas firms to restrict supply to consumers from 6 to 8 39 a m and 3 to 7 30 pm Melbourne Metropolitan Gas Company warns coal sufficiency for three weeks at normal needs After Wednesday coke limited to hospitals only and hospital supplies prioritized.
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Melbourne
Melbourne Metropolial Gas Company
Australian train passenger resigns WA director to take US post
Sir Stanley and Lady Argyle were westbound on the Australian train yesterday. Mrs T Roberts has resigned as director of adult education in Western Australia to become assistant professor of history at Lons United States University. She was a passenger on the eastbound train and was met at Pirie Junction by Dr G Plant. Mr G H Sharpe, secretary of the Pirie Electorate Committee, is on annual leave and expected back in a day or ten after a week in Adelaide.
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Western Australia
Lons
United States) University
Pirie Junction
G. 8. Plant
G. H. Sharpe
Pirie Elecorate Committee
Adelaide
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