Animals blamed for explosions and fires in freak accidents
Sydney reports attribute accidental fires to animals including a magpie causing a chimney explosion by dropping a powder flask from a nest. Sparrows died in a Bankstown fire, a bath heater flue sparked a Nest blaze, and other incidents involve a cockroach, a dead deer, a misstep by a baker’s helper, and a deer shooter wounded by a discharged gun. A 1902 drought fire started when a sheep stepped on matches.
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Classified Ad Fragments Mention Housework Trade
Fragmentary text describes an English newspaper advertisement seeking two hours of housework in exchange for flatting. Also notes a bridge player preferred and odd phrasing about a half million years without a head.
Scientists Predict Human Evolution Skips Key Features
Dr Harry L Shapiro of the Museum of Natural History foresees future humans losing toes and a third molar while gaining a larger brain and smaller face. He claims the appendix will disappear as chewing declines and body hair diminishes, signaling a swift evolutionary shift.
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Making Suckers Of Fish Vacuum cleaner fishing idea from Caister
Harry George of Caister Norfolk proposed a vacuum cleaner type device for nets to lift herring from the seabed. He claimed drifters could lower a pipe connected apparatus and draw fish up when switched on. He admitted not being an engineer but understood the concept.
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Bank’s Pioneering Role in Australia’s Resource Development
Throughout the years this bank has done more than any other institution to develop Australia’s resources, shaping national growth and financing key projects. The statement highlights the bank’s historical impact across sectors and regions.
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Man’s Jaw Shrinks as Diet Changes and Smarter Minds Rise
The excerpt notes a diminishing jaw size as humans shift to softer foods and a growing brain explained by Shapiro, who says man is getting smarter all the time. The passage reflects a theory linking diet to physical and intellectual changes.
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Former teacher teaches boys chess in park
Vincent Riely, a former schoolteacher, has spent 24 years teaching chess to a group of about 100 boys in a local park. He guided students through strategies and games, fostering interest in the game and mentoring young players.
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Hollywood Gossip Roundup From Paramount Stars Across Celebrities
Hollywood rumors swirl as Bing Crosby and Bob Hope balance finances in Road to Rio while outfits match past Road series costumes. Betty Hutton expects a second child. Lana Turner and Peter Lawford are seen together. Gary Crosby enters a newspaper venture with a schoolmate. Susan Peters plans tours to inspire paralysis wards. William Holden leads as Dear Ruth plays worldwide.
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Country cricket entries set all time record with 57 teams
The country week cricket event in Perth attracts 57 teams for five days starting February 10, surpassing last year's 47. Over 600 country players plus many supporters will attend. Pitches at Perth University and local venues are in good condition for daily play and batsmen favorable results are anticipated.
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Country Week Tennis Opens Next Monday With Nine Events
Good entries have been received for Country Week tennis which commences next Monday. Matches will continue for five days at the Royal King's Park Club. The program includes nine events with two junior championships introduced for the first time.
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Columbia Jazz Drum Session On Glamour Girl Set
Columbia staged a deluxe jam during Glamour Girl filming. Gene Krupa led the drums with his band and played an improvised version of Rubenstein's Melody in F. To capture the maestro’s fast, intricate sticks work both direct set recording and pre recording playbacks were used.
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