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Newspaper
Wellington Times
Location
Wellington, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Jun 23, 1941
Page
1
Germany launches a major invasion of the Soviet Union announced by Goebbels and Hitler in broadcasts across the Reich. Finnish, Romanian and German forces push from Arctic shores to the Black Sea in what officials call the largest war mobilization.
Molotov branding Germany as aggressor said Soviet forces crossed the frontier at 4 am after a German attack. He cited bombed towns in occupied areas and over 200 dead or wounded, with attacks from Finnish and Romanian territory. He pledged full wartime response while warning Hitler would fall like Napoleon.
Sydney notes on the opposition's stance regarding free justice and the position of free women, reflecting evolving views reported Monday. The article presents a concise summary of public debate without sensational detail.
Sydney reports show a motion protesting political censorship linked to Parliamentary Proceedings. Purers and protesters traveled to Canberra by Saturday to present concerns to the ALP Canberra branch.
Sydney Monday report quotes Minister for the Eng Mr. Spender warning against overestimating Australian military strength. He says the task before Australia is stupendous and that the tide cannot be expected to turn in our favour for many months.
The Supply Minister Senator McBride announced that drive yourself cars will receive petrol for 75 miles per week, 25 percent of their ration before March 31, aligning them with private cars under the new rule. Licenses will be amended by the State Liquid Fuel Board to conform with the new act.
In Los Angeles Mischa Auer discusses building a home in the San Fernando Valley around a prized camera as he stars in Elsa Maxwell Public Deb No 1 at the Macquarie Theatre tonight and tomorrow. Clarence Raithers directs That Cart in Something at the same venue midweek, blending life and art in a reflective film.
The Minister for Health Mr. Gus Kely urged the Mill Board to obtain more milk cams to bring wallk from Vistoria if needed. The Board informed him milk production was rising and no shortage would develop unless a cold snap occurred.
The Prime Minister said in Canberra that the Russo German clash offers optimism if Russia fights the aggressor. He argued Turkey’s position would be strengthened and Turkish forces diverted could aid other war theaters. The report also notes Hitler’s recent actions and references a fictional film insertion about a star's rise.
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