Mystery of the Eva near Townsville 1867
During a March cyclone at Townsville a crewman’s boat the Eva disappeared near Whitsunday Passage following a white man attack with a native search party. Captain McBeath reported to authorities and an expedition searched the interior for clues, finding torn clothing, a woman's veil, a white handkerchief, and traces of white men at several camps. The Townsville expedition returned home after locating possible abettors and arranging police aid, with inquiries continuing into the four men and a woman alleged seen in the inland region.
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Townsville
Alvst Sfelpepil
North Gueenslan
Scott Atratton
Capain
Hock Trine
Minehentrook
Tstunt
Tivesville
Millee Poullee
Edbel
Claptain McKeath
Wok Permiashin
Tin
Marke
Whitsunday Tshiu
Melyer
Sifery
Vernon
Twinehin- Villerk
Viett Cardwell
Murray
Lond
Troopey
Lily Lenewes
Bowen
Cardwell
Pioneering Australian Aviator Vin Ulm's Record Flights
Flight-Lieutenant Charles Thomin the Uhm, a pioneer in Australian aviation, is remembered for his joint ventures with Kingsford Smith. Ulm helped pilot the Faith in Australia on record flights across the Pacific and to England, shaping inaugural air services and alliances with Australian National Airways.
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Ale
Littlejohn
Mr. Uln
Honotan
Charles Thomin
Uhm
Air Chorley Kingsford Minich
Kingsford Amith
Australia
Vin
Melbourne
Laws
Amie Aid Inter
Kevpt
Rane
Ie A.I.P
Kingsford Smith
Kinguford Salth
Tasman
England
Royal Australian Air Force
Wim
Vacille
Crags
Kingsford
Melbourne-Perth
New Zealand
Kingsford Smith and
Toyah
Les Holden
Tim
Australian National Airways Lil
Sydney
Arikbone
Trenania
Wii
Autralian National
Ulm
Travelers Tell Hard Truths From Soviet Russia
Greek ship Evinoy crew members report stark conditions in Russia during their voyage to London. They describe starving streets in Moarinpol, extreme cold, and workers earning about 21 cents a day with harsh labor on railways and ships. The crew notes tourists rarely see the true suffering and cite severe foot rot and exposed injuries among workers and children.
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Russia
Evinoy
Mackay
London
Cera
Ie Livands Line
Greece
Tesdan
Mtarinpol
Asev
Australia
Moarinpol
Cime
Xeai
Rome
Amd
Trials Complete On DH BO Aeroplane At Martlesham
The two DH BO aeroplanes of a Sindlay type have completed tests at Martlesham and are deemed airworthy by the Air Ministry. Investigations reveal a potential mechanical issue linked to the tail and controls, prompting further study of the Longreach disaster theory.
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Awstralia
Martlexham
Air Ministry
Gaylig
Commonwealth Yp
Australe
Cies
Martlestram
Premium grocery specials and discounts listed
The notice lists discounts on Crown Bory Danly Storch Reckitts Bina and Spot Crsh. It advertises BDORES specials with one target bar and three product lines, offering continued price reductions.
New Year Rodeo Promises Amusement at Bhowgragnds
An early 1900s note invites the public to New Year events at the Bhowgragnds with a focus on rodeo and humorous acts. It highlights the Show Committee's yearly efforts and urges support for the coming year.
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Rendoo
Mysterious Voyage Vanishes After Bowen Crossing
A fragmented report details a voyage toward Bowen with the Taina Maria and the Herbert River region mentioned. It notes Indigenous guides, alleged deception, a missing vessel after November 22, and ongoing lack of trace since that day.
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Pertor Murray
Cardwell
Herbert River
Herbert
Agalu
Bowen
Pioneering Aviator Achievements Amid Global Flights
The narrative chronicles early aviation feats spanning Australia to New Zealand and beyond. It notes a June to July period of long flights and the involvement of key figures such as the Duke of Gloucester and Mr. Ulm, with pilots trained by the New South Wales Aero Club and roles in instructional aviation history.
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Hui
Tegle
Australia
New Zealand
America
Maavot Aerodrome
Durks
Tasgin Wa Oekehi
Severndary Sec
Ulm Compantone
G. M. Littlejohn
New, South Wales Aero Club
England
Orient
Perme
Retailer Ad Delivers Mixed Brand Offers
A brief ad lists Rim Pro and other items with prices in a cluttered format. It mentions a 30 percent discount on spot items and notes a few product bundles, including mining bowls and tumblers. The text is inconsistent but conveys sale pricing and stock items from ONE STORES.
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Rim Pro Ig Bess
Amd
Travelers on the Mvines voyage prompts controversy and protests
Fragmented notes describe harsh conditions aboard a transport linked to the Mvines route with passengers and crew facing hunger injuries and unsafe practices. The report cites tourists unaware of local dangers and a retired official visiting Australia expressing surprise at deteriorated sights and strict landings.
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Cyren
Webb & Lamond
Powell Street
Patead
ANTP
R. Miller & CO
Glorgeh
P.O. Box Az
Hilvar
R. A. Bull
Herbert St
W.T. Eyles
W. Gatstone & Sons
Hrivhane
Williams Strelt, Buwin
Bowen District
Yocksui Bros. and Vegetable
Leading Fruit
Dalmareet
Syeney
M.A
Jelean Astlis
Alwors
Seid Voor Cisienmenibs
Bureniek Retimis
Gael Servis
Stevell
SOUTH _ BRITISH Insurance Company Limited
Ddsielet Insueriue
Kk. Horne
W.relsey
Weensland
Dewhow Street
Yownsville Co
Wilkinson
Williams Street
P.O. Box
Frank Sellars
Gener
Kte
Dodge, Chrysler & Mymagth
Cara & Teocks
Mettorndil
Viuna
Tron
Chey
Dunlee Tourer
Wally H
Gun
Artis
Lad
Faris
Squinns
Alee Due Watts
Tricerpine
Home
Acnorth
Queensland
Dion
Howen
Marlow
Juland
Man Rooseinipe
Mdredehedd
Auriiy
Deine
Hertiern
Othe Talwad
P.ulm
Australla
Wing-Homm
Wackett
Faith
Uim
Chree
Anséretia
Tasman Sea
New Plymouth
New Sealome
Vim
New Sealand
Auatralia
Butchery
Prak “Hatter Ale
Owl
Pert
Aocwok
Mathieu
George Willon
Cwulin
Rathways
Othe Bakorea
Austini
Their
Noyalty
Connelly
Liv
Hussia
Drene
J.E. Relly
Williams
Aueggyry
Mra. F Paterson
Manly
N.S. W
Ryan & Green
Jong
Fotas
Ifa Kelly
Remington & Royal
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