Evolution of Sri Lanka’s Civil Service under Colonial Rule
Sir Maxwell Wedderburn’s address outlines the shift from British control to a native dominated administration in Ceylon. It details district governance by civil servants, village headmen, and police, the separation of judiciary, and the 1931 constitutional changes introducing elected members, adult franchise, and a cabinet like Board of Ministers.
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Ceylon Civil Service
Ilmied Ui
Legislative Council
Board of Ministers
State Council
Rugisl
Vuk Yiliee Ait Teal
Min Chapalinies
Avian Cours
Gansaline
Min Nad Ve
Chowse
Ceyloomarin
Hay Kep
Toshini
Laylen
Linhglow
Second Birthday of the Volunteer Air Observers Corps
January marked the second anniversary of Australia's sky watching service. The Volunteer Air Observers Corps founded by the RAAF in 1942 now spans about 35,000 civilian volunteers with 2624 observation posts. Reports flow to control posts then RACAL for tracking and interception of unidentified aircraft. The corps aided 1253 aircraft last year, locating lost planes and guiding crews to base. It also aids distress calls, fire warnings, and bushfire communications nationwide.
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Australia
Volunteer Air Observers Corps
RAAF
Air
Drakeford
RACAL
Aloc
V.ao.c
V A.O.C
National Safety Council of Australia
Tps
Germany's Moral Defeat in World War II
The Times argues Germany remains militarily strong with intact troops, industry, and conquests. Despite setbacks in Russia and Africa, the air raids have not toppled it, and morale endures with no invasion of core territory. The paper notes a lost sense of anticipated victory.
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Germany
Fem
Russia
North Africa
Sicily
Italy
N.Y
Smuts Warns of British Lag in War Unity in London
In London during the Tehran conference progress Marshal Jan Smuts warned Britain risks leading a Europe without clear leadership once France is gone and Germany is to be destroyed. He urged closer cooperation with Western democracies, while Stalin’s stance against confederation counters appeasement fears amid a storm of protest. Also noted is Chilte tree from Western Mexico, source of natural rubber.
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London
Tehran
Jan Smuts
Britain
France
Germany
Europe
Russia
Marshal Smuts
Stalin
Saturday Evening Post
Mexico
Service gratitude noted by VA OC and KAA leaders
Mr. Drake ford praises the men and women of the VA OC for two years of service and expresses confidence in ongoing cooperation with the KAA, thanking them for their dedication.
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VAOC
KAA
Mr. Drake
Ford
Controlling Colonies and Self Government Debate
A discussion argues for patient compromise before independence in colonies, urging gradual self government and delayed central controls. It notes India parallels and calls for consent of inhabitants, with emphasis on gradual, locally led development and greater Home Rule support.
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Talien
Ceylon
Yinaiaw
India
Amnncipating to recapture Nauru Island and wartime supply plans
In Parliament Mr Wilson urged rapid construction of machinery and shipment to restore phosphate mines on Nauru for Australia as Scully said government pressure aims to secure satisfactory supply volume. The report notes broader measures to reclaim Nauru for Australian markets and coastal defense of strategic resources.
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Nauru Island
Wilson Ind. Vie
House of Representatives
Australia
Scully
Sujal
Nauru
Mr R S Sampson Will Funds Diverse WA Charities
The will of R S Sampson directs substantial bequests to religious bodies in Western Australia and to community groups. Major gifts include 2500 to the Primary Producers' Association for rust-growers marketing, 200 to the After Care Mental Association, 250 to the Church of England diocesan trustees, 250 to the Presbyterian Church in WA, and 250 to the Congregational Union of WA for Sunday schools in Swan. Memorials are planned for various road boards, and funds are set for the Salvation Army, a secondary-education scholarship, and other local bodies within the Swan district.
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Primary Producers’ Association
After Care Mental Association
Charch of England
Commissioners
The
Presbyterian Church
Congregational Union of W.A. Inc
Swan
W.A. Missionary College of the
Seventh Day Adventists
Carmel
W.A
Parkery Children's Home, Inc
Kalaminda and District Horticultural Society
Mundaring District Agricultural Society
Kelmscott Agricultural’ Society
Wooroloo Welfare Fund
South Suburban Musical and Elocutionary Society
Eastern Hills Musical and Elocutionary Society
Testator
Darling Range
Mundaring
Armadale-Kelmscott
Armadale
Kelmscott
Gosnells
Free and Accepted
Vation Army
Seaforth Salvation Army
Salvation Army
Seaforth Homes
University of W.A
R. S. Sampson
Transport survey shows carrier vehicles cut fuel and rubber use
A Gosford district transport survey published in the Agricultural Gazette finds farm produce moved by 36 carrier vehicles totaled 2545 tons versus 1232 tons by 198 farmer owned vehicles. Carrier trucks use five gallons petrol and one unit rubber per five tons, while farmer owned vehicles use 50 gallons petrol and six units rubber. The Gosford Transport Committee urges farmers to use carrier owned vehicles to boost efficiency.
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Gosford
New South Wales
Gosford Transport Committee
Wse
Department of Information
Thought for the Week on rights and respect by Henry George
A repeated moral note urging the treatment of others as we wish to be treated. The passage stresses respecting others rights with scrupulous fairness and choosing peace, attributed to Henry George.
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Henry George
Random Topics Seeks Reader Submissions After Major Bush Fire Loss
A Perth reader appeal invites readers to send items from all walks of life to boost interest after a large disaster in Victoria. The fire killed 25 people and destroyed property, with extensive area burned and livestock losses including cattle, sheep, pigs, fowls, and beehives. Correspondence should be sent to Random Topics United Press 971 Hay Street Perth.
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Victoria
United Press
Hay Street
Perth
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Colonial Administration
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Smut
Onslow
H.M.S. Duke of York
Pistere Sawke
H.M.S. Onslow
J. A. McCoy
Honiton Cand
Berlyigh
Queensland
Queenslandd University
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Amaewin
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Williame
Pia
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Bette
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