Revolutionary Australia war plan outlines new supply minister
Prime Minister R G Menzies unveils major proposals to speed wartime effort. Plans call for a separate Minister for Supply and an Assistant Minister for Aircraft Production, plus centralized civil defense, manpower, production, transport, and price controls. He argues for expanded cabinet, streamlined munitions, and tighter control of imports and industry to sustain national mobilization.
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Nicklin Elected Leader of Country-National Party in Brisbane
In Brisbane on Tuesday, G F R Nicklin was chosen leader of the Country-National Party amid a gathering that praised wartime policy and unity. Nicklin, long associated with the party since years as MP for Murrumba and ex secretary, will guide the group through war to postwar reconstruction, with internal reforms and alliance debates noted.
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Farmers Warned of New Tax Plan and Harvest Prep
British agriculture officials urge farmers to prepare for a new tax and concentrate on harvest readiness. Advisers stress avoiding risky buildings and keeping pumps ready, while suggesting having cash on hand for urgent needs during the transition.
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US Edict Orders All German Consulates Closed
The State Department ordered the closing of all German consulates in the United States and the removal of German nationals from consular establishments. About 188 Germans with consular status and 42 German employees face expulsion. The action, tied to wartime measures, does not affect the German Embassy in Washington. Reports from officials describe the move as a preventive step amid rising tensions.
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Conduct of ALF Troops in Malaya Exemplary
Report from Sydney notes exemplary conduct by Australian Light Force troops in Malaya. The dispatch highlights disciplined patrols, cooperative civic work, and adherence to rules of engagement amid operations and local interactions. Authorities commend unit professionalism and restraint.
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Plane Crash Kills An Instructor and Two Air Force Trainees
An Alied Plane crash near Ipswich at Dinmore killed Leading Aircraftman Bernard William Reynolds 22 of Glenmont Queensland, Leading Aircraftman Herbert Eague Pym 24 of Malanda Queensland, and instructor, all training at Brisbane. An eye witness said the aeroplane dived from a high height into a clump of trees. Officials arrived from Amberley nine miles away to seal the wreckage as the cause remains obscure. Reynolds formerly captained the Boyne Grasmere book Rockhampton. Pym had trained since December 1940 and joined Air Force in Brisbane. the incident occurred in the afternoon local time.
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Pleasure Motor Plan Faces Tight Fuel Rationing
Cabinet in Canberra 1939 proposed a new basic petrol ration of 1089 miles per year to curb private motoring. A ban on private motoring was considered but referred for review, with a limit of two gallons per month under use of a seal enabling vehicle ID. Mayor Sid Tai of Briabure and Commissioner Wr Le ACE travel details unclear. Malaya exchange and social activities noted.
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