Derna falls after week of Australian hard fighting
The Derna breakthrough marks the culmination of nearly a week of intense combat by Australian and Allied forces under British artillery and anti tank support. West Australians crossed the bridge before Fort Chretbe and pushed through open country toward Dern airport, facing strong enemy fortifications and armor. After days of stubborn defense and heavy aviation and artillery strikes, Australian troops advanced, inflicting heavy casualties on the enemy while securing captured positions and taking prisoners.
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Catho
Derna
ALF
Nora
Tralianu
Fort Chretbe
Dern
Wadia
Berta
Wales
Armairee
Glen Yannt
Barts
Wed Dees
Action near Depa ot Repels Enemy Forces
Reported near Depa ot the battle saw Austra leaders claim success as infantry moved to the area by midday. Allied troops reportedly cut enemy reinforcements about 1% miles away and Huey tanks reached Port Chrella, with the enemy withdrawing across the Three air field under heavy fire.
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Gomerete
Tovnight
Walter
Bardia
Tobruk
Demme
Enut Petral
Amnion
Dalen
Dermata
Uhe
Tintler
Issaka
Darna
Deedie Aslei
Ney
Depa Ot
Emmasy
Tuight
Austra
Norning
Kartrallan
Fesiataniny Arma Derrolepork
Tim
Hytreninge Bentson
Dearne
Port Chrella
Two Killed as RAAF Plane Crashes in Thick Timber
A Royal Australian Air Force plane crashed two miles from Sumner Road near Archerfield, bursting into flames after impact. Witnesses describe a fierce fire as the aircraft split and engine parts ripped through trees. Passersby and police, with Air Accidents Committee investigators, attended the scene.
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Arcrfield
Air Accidents Committee
Jule Maurer
Oredan
Mar. J. W. Brumby
Archerfield
Dnsworth
Ardney
Bed
Amberfild
Turner
Cinemp
Bates
Aplentia Phate
Adorland
Pridey
Wigram
Alka Maney McIvern
Glenbdoow Victin
Toowooama
Priday
Torday
John Newman
Glencrook
Wales
Too Woomba
March Election Certainty Grows With Poll Day Near
BERABANE reports a March election now seen as almost certain with polling day likely not later than the 29th. March potential scenarios, preparation by officials, and Labour convention outcomes discussed as officials ready for voting and campaigns proceed across regions.
Discontent Admitted in Italian Poor Classes
Zürich dispatch reports for the first time the discontent among Italy's poor, three percent of the population, driven by hoarding of food and scandalous behavior. The article notes rising indignation and a brewing sense of unrest among the hungry.
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Zurich
Taly
Hich
Annaide
AIR CRASHES Experts Investigating Every Aspect
Melbourne experts probe all facets of air crashes in the Empire Training Scheme era. They examine serviceability of air transport, pilot competence, maintenance standards, and flying orders to determine causes and prevent future losses. McEwen notes low fatality rate despite rapid expansion and defends training adequacy, while calls for corrective measures if needed.
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Melbourne
Friaxr
McEwen
Plibla
RAAP
RAAF
German Pilot's Tribute To RAP
Fragmentary text notes a tribute by a German pilot to RAP with references to a casket draw and Brisbane news. The readable lines mention a Friday date, a drawing for Casket No. 687, and a note about the casket being drawn tomorrow.
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Brisbane
Time Limit Imposed In London During German Occupation
A wartime brief reports London enforcing a time limit as German troops appeared at cafes. Dr Reyes-Inquart ordered barring entry until 18 minutes after dawn. Dutch observers feigned respect for time, watching clocks and waiting before resuming activity once the limit expired.
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London
Utah
Reyes-Inquart
British Naval Force Reported At Gibraltar
Madrid dispatch says a large British squadron including a battleship carrier five cruisers destroyers and armed tranport ships entered the waters near Gibraltar yesterday. The force, unnamed in detail, was said to be destined for an unknown destination as tensions rise in the region.
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Exchange Telegraph Company
Qresk
Pallas Lomes
Prisners
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Athens
London
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Athens Radio
Beis United Preax
Athen
Tallans
Valona
Inure
Gibraltar
Kondon
Thurstay
Madrid
X Battleship
Am Alturett
Five Cruivers
Af Dertroyers
Myo Mg Tranaparte
Mundion
Franco-Thai Armistice Signed aboard Tapancey warship
A Franco Thailand armistice was signed aboard the Tapancey warship following a ceasefire agreement between the two delegations. The ceremony occurred at Algo with joint statements from both sides outlining terms and future relations.
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Thailand
Algo
Rome Blames Britain For Metaxas Death
Fragmented text reports Britain blamed for the death of Greek General Metaxas. The article notes dialogue involving General Wavell and others, mentioning promises and political maneuvering surrounding Metaxas’ death and leadership in Greece during a period of tension with Britain.
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Britain
Metaxas
London
Firiliah
Adso
Wave
Tuillan
Metuannax
Dow
Ofogkeskh
Wayrll
Alieger Cheneral Metamae
Gesyetul Wavell
Leip
Vents
Unten
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