China and the Dollar Inflation Sparks Currency Speculation
The article explains how official exchange rates in China distort the market, fueling black market currency trading. Speculators profit by mismatching Chinese dollars and U.S. dollars, with gold price shifts and government actions failing to curb inflation. U.S. troops in China reportedly spend large sums in local currency.
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Ching
Ill. Mclain
U.S
China
Gala
United States
Chinse Ofictals
Talied States
Newa
Oily Silence in Australian Diplomatic Talks
The article notes a near silent mood in Australian diplomacy amid Evatt’s publicity of claims and demands. It suggests Australia hopes for oil access in exchange for wartime support but doubts Dutch willingness to concede, given shipping turnouts and rising communist-influenced unionism affecting national politics and industry.
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Dr. Evatt
Australia
Max
Ax Oi
Borneo
Sumatra
Commonwealth
Progressive Machinery Manufacturers supply postwar demand in WA
Kelly & Lewis Ltd announces Progressive Machinery Manufacturers relief from army contract and readiness to supply diesel air cooled high speed petrol engines lighting plants pumps and sectional steel telephone poles. Stock of threshers balers grain crushers and related equipment available from Perth base at 349 William Street.
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Kelly & Lewis Ltd
Wiich
Army
Navy
Conmax
Western Australia
Kelly & Lewis
Pry. Uta
Ply. Ltd
Wililu Street
Perth
Prosperous Japan Necessary for Long War Victory
Henry C. Wolfe cites NX "Timex" correspondent arguing Japan's collapse won’t end the conflict. He stresses creating an arable, peaceful, democratic Japan to sustain postwar world leadership and warns military victory over Tokyo is only a step toward broader Pacific peace.
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Japan
Far East
Tokyo
Gow
Gow). Ttme
Henry C. Wolfe
Timex
Great Jewish Problem Public Meeting in Perth
A series of four large public meetings will review the world Jewish problem. Hosted at the Assembly Hall with overflow sessions in McNess Hall, presiding by Professor Walter Murdoch. Speakers include Rev Dr Wright Mr Kim Beazley MH Padre Burt J J Simons T G Davies and Rev Rubin Zacks. The event aims to educate on a post war issue regarded as vast and outstanding.
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Perth
Assembly Hall
McNess Hall
Eastern States
Walter Murdoch
W.A
Australian-Palestine Committee
Wright
Kim Beazley
Padre Burt
J. J. Simons
T.G. Davies
Rubin- Zacks
China’s Immense Possibilities in World Trade
A discussion of China’s population and hypothetical foreign trade in 1930 shows how per capita trade and total volumes would rise under different country standings. The analysis compares Canada and China, projecting massive trade totals if China matched other nations’ levels, while noting the implausibility given future constraints.
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Ening
Mongolia
Canada
China
New — York
Strikes and Government Benefits in Labor Dispute
The article outlines unemployment relief and special allowances during a strike. It notes the National Employment Service payments of 1/5 to 2/10 weekly for displaced workers, with a three month limit from August 15. A work test and other conditions applied, aiming to mitigate welfare draws during industry changes and potential economic strain.
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National
National Welfare Fund
Misjudged Petain and French Leaders in Memoirs
The text critiques former French premier Paul Reynaud and generals Maurice G. Gamlin and Maxime Weygand, arguing their memoirs misrepresent events around France’s fall. It claims bias and emotional distortion, noting a contrast with Petain and others accused, and references an American court viewpoint on evidence.
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Petain
Paul Reynaud
Maurice-Gustave Gamlin
Maxime Weygand
France
Marshall Henri-Phillippe Perwine
Petal
Molgiarg
Aspen W. Ballwin
NE “Tisnen
Continentals Weak Beer and Domestic Service Trends
The article notes a movement to reduce alcohol in Australian beer and discusses factors influencing drink habits and government policy. It also reports on Britain's stance on bringing German and Austrian women for domestic work, with concerns about wages and conditions raised by the National Council of Women.
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Bring Ag
Merwirth
Ie Ligue Lan
George Tssaes
The
Howe of Commone
Britain
National Council of Women
Violet Martin
Education Day by Day by Professor RG Cameron
A Victorian era note on youth education and village school life, praising the dedicated village teacher and detailing the Scottish Youth Advisory Committee's critique of postwar youth neglect. It urges reforms in adolescent education and calls for public input to the University Public Examination Board's secondary education inquiry. Next week carries further recommendations.
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Puddieton
Yorkshire
Australis
Worey
Scottish Youth Advisory Committee
Hhe
Akre
The false security of jobs under collectivist systems
The Wall Street Journal argues that the belief in automatic economic security from employment under collectivist regimes is flawed. It notes workers lose freedom, face fixed living standards, and risk forced labor or punishment, making unemployment less harmful than state control and police oppression.
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Eos
Bos
Wall-street Journal
Women Divers Work On Sunken Bombs
In London a group of female divers recounts dangerous salvage work aboard a military vessel. Etan-cropped Batty Sonara, 40, ex-Wrens member, describes diving up to twenty feet to clear obstructions and recover nets from wrecks. Betty Soward notes she is the sole woman on the crew, with others leaving due to danger and harsh conditions.
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London
Amon
Etan
Batty Sonara
Wrens
Betty Soward
Mack
West Mersey
Beccause
Dunien
Foreign Policy Reflections On Imperial Discourse
Foreign policy and political theory clash with real world relations as leaders like Premier Bt and Mr Churchill are depicted as limited in shaping external policy. The text suggests rulers lack lasting influence over the contours of international affairs and empire discussions.
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Churchill
Europe
Worry and Recovery Echoes Through a Confused Text
A garbled passage reflects anxious phrases about worry and recovery. It hints at tension, fatigue, and a desire to regain composure, with fragmented lines suggesting a struggle to cope and resume normal activity.
ManZan Piles Relief Promises Quick Gentle Aid
An advertisement touts ManZan as a reliable remedy for hemorrhoids offering swift relief. The balm is described as a simple, hygienic application using a nozzle to deliver medicament directly to the affected area. Consumers are urged to purchase an 2 cube from their chemist today.
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ManZan
Personal Internationalism Debate Stalls Amid Turmoil
Fragmentary text shows references to personal internationalism and negotiations. Mentions Europe and delegation urging, with unclear details. Content is garbled and lacks concrete events, dates, or identifiable entities.
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