Debt-free National Finance and the War Economy Debate
Upper Mlyckwood Row Board considers a petition urging the Commonwealth to expand financial powers to raise cash reserves for war. The text argues increased taxation, sales tax, income tax, and government lending could stimulate employment and fund war efforts, citing the 1937 Banking Commission report and calls to widen federal authority.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hose Aelter
Mlyckwood Row
Meredin
Banking Commission
Peder BF
Commonwealth Raith
Commonwealth Ranke
Ata Gras
Mistranslated local notice on Jehovah's Witness gathering
An OCR fragment reports a Bridgetown area Jehovah's Witness meeting with references to locals, a moving crowd, and claims of outside recruitment. Text is garbled, lacking clear names, dates, or actionable details, yielding only scattered phrases about community response and alleged proselytizing.
Rural Fire Prevention Committee Meeting Notes
At the Inet meeting of the Bridge Luvern Kowa Hekkel a tot or wisposived Fm the Rural Fire Prevention Ad easury Committee stating that the of feely chase TMG BIA ay alt te Sohne, Neakgensy from September Lits ha oA wont give addresses in the Wessel during that period. it was decided that the secretary arr ange (he dates and times.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Inet
Luvern Kowa Hekkel
Feely Chase Tmg
Neakgensy
Wessel
Soldiers' Dependents Appeal Delayed Meeting Notes
Fragmented OCR shows a disputed appeal by soldiers dependents. Text references a last meeting, road, wives, and civil matters. Details are unclear but imply a contentious process about support and housing with remarks on timelines and eligibility.
Price rise in superphosphate linked to freight costs
The Commonwealth Prices Commissioner defends a fertilizer price hike tied to higher freight on phosphate rock from Nauru and Ocean Island, rising sulfur and bag costs, and war-time production pressures. Western Australia and Eyre Peninsula face higher rates due to local acid production needs. Shipping delays and fuel costs hinder price reduction plans.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Eyre Peninsula
Nsw
Victoria
South
Australia
Nauru
Ocean Island
Commonwealth
Western Australia
Ate
Tobacco Leaf Railing and Unreadable Names
A fragmented OCR item mentions Tobacco Leaf Railing and various unreadable names and terms. It references entities like Akossium and Saint The lath with scattered phrases about Nettie, Sunita, Jeent Taf, and other partially legible words. No clear event or outcome is discernible.
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Akossium
Saint the Lath
Alec Wal
Aif Mbohelotus. Ltd
Nir Associated
Recruiting for the A.LF. 20a in Wartime Notes
The article discusses early recruitment efforts for the A.L.F. 20a, noting preparations, personnel recalls, and the role of authorities in organizing defense. It mentions Hunter units, potential strikes, and the need for ready contingencies as the war efforts continue.
Blackwood Repertory Assocation Sets September Festival
The executive committee met Friday evening at Brite Town. It was decided to hold the annual musical and drama festival at Manjimup on September 26 with four clubs contributing acts. Public admission will be two shillings, with 15 percent of net proceeds to patriotic funds. The social evening will follow, and invitations will go to WA Drama Festivals Perth Bunbury clubs. Dr M P Williams becomes president, Dr N S Williams vice president, amid club resignations and interclub visit plans altered by petrol restrictions.
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Blackwood Repertory Assocation
Britetow
Fo Weliame
Manomup
Mpg Williams
Elemine
N. S. Willams
R Tt
Brigetown
Manjimup
Hoyup Brook
Pemberton
Naaupol
Perth
Bunbury
Collecting Old Metal Weighs on Bridgetown Scrap Drive
The Old Metals Branch met at Bridgetown with demand for support and helpers for scrap collection. Mr Dimper said the team had the work under way in Brine town and urged the hoard to assist as foremen could often pick up scrap metal when unavailable. A large amount of scrap including old German machineguns was noted and could be moved to the lit metals support. Mr McMinden affirmed willingness to assist the real subs brinch of the ASSALL in any feasible way.
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Old
Bridgetown
Dimper
RSS
Brine
Wnt
McMinden
Australian Home Defence Boost Amid Recruitment Slowdown
The government signals a temporary halt to ALF recruitment as it shifts focus to building the home defence force to 260000 personnel. Plans consider using militia structures and overseas contingents, with special hardship provisions for those who offered enlistment but were not activated.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
ALF
Morigen
Australa
Australia
ADP
Hilal
Industrial Panels Backed to Boost War Labour Effort
The advisory Industrial Panel will counsel on labour questions, coordinating with the Ministry and State Munitions Boards. It aims to mobilize industry for wartime output, with broad cooperation from employers and Labor representatives across New South Wales and Western Australia.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mike
Paul
Worms in Rabbits Report The Parasite Passalu nos Ambiguus
A letter from the Agricultural Department notes worms identified as Passalu nos Ambiguus in rabbits and hares. The parasite, known to affect rodents and sheep, was found in a local colony, prompting stock department officials to assess its impact.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Agricultural Department
Hridgetown Road
Fragmented National Ottawa Speech on Party Unity
A garbled national government note discusses Prime Ministerial urging for Commonwealth Parliament parties to back the nation’s safety and well being. It references unity across Liberals and human rights factions and hints at a forthcoming parliamentary response.
Grand Variety Concert at Botup Brook
A lively amateur show staged by the Bridgetown-Reperter features a wide program from melodrama to farce. The stage manager Mr 1 OP Henitonan led performances with strong acting by Roy Mes and the Four Taplets, drawing solid audience applause and praise for novelty routines and the Wibble Wabble dance.
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Botup Brook
Nata
Sophira
Matta
Himalaas
Iene
Roy Mes
Davie
Fakin
Rastus and Co
Mandy
E.G. Mall
Joe Olek
aMedienes
Dorks
Pern
Otte Setime
Howell Adie
Elites
Actiane
Coluttrinh
Nanvoramuc
Vail Minato
Kantern Beano
Harris
Thie Galtane
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WIGHT
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Victoria and
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C. R. Pratt and I
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Techops
Manumup
Stap
Sodiers’ Dependents Appeal
Minister OF Commerce
Cesaratt
Satin Wealth Prives
Arious
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Singer Sewing Machines
B. J. Pell
Jase Rankine
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Rowiit
Asa Nak
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Janeme
Manjimup Dairy Produce CO. Limited
R. G. Look
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Aingling
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