Monash War Letters Dinner at the Palace
A vivid account of John Monash's wartime letters and a state banquet at Buckingham Palace in late December 1938. The piece describes the royal setting, attendees led by President Wilson and Mrs. Wilson, and the lavish decor, with detailed notes on guests, attire, and ceremonial observations.
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Monash
John Monash
Australia
Buckingham Palace
Wilco
Wilson
Angun
Obertson
Aydney
India
Petersen Still Champion After Tense 18 Round Fight
London December 11 British heavyweight title bout ended with Petersen defeating George Cook on points after 18 arduous rounds. Cook showed strong defense, but Petersen’s power and body punching provided the edge, with several close exchanges and a late rally by both fighters noted in reports.
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London
Albert Hull
Jack Petyyann
George Cook
Austal
Cook
Pelerae
Tell
Petersen
Felnia
Halter
Sendy Dink
Cleéle
Rewily
Chai
Iran
Fiort
Daily Mail
Ays
Dally Beth
Bern Vedere
Gale
Seaside Holiday Bookings Hit Record Levels Amid Rush
Holiday season shows exceptionally heavy bookings from Tewantin to Cooktown and Tweed Heads. South Coast resorts report scarce accommodation as camping areas fill and demand peaks for caravans, hotels, and bed spaces. Weather will largely decide if this record trend continues through the week.
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Tewantin
Ant Tweed
Bolldeyrons
Tweed Heais
South
Fur
Radcliffe
Woody Point
Chilatznak
Eve Bundreas
Penitanin
Caloundra
Marcoshydare
Noo
Tewsnty
Prof Chapman's Estate Eases as E-server Felling Fast
A terse market note reports Prof Chapman's estate showing rapid asset liquidation amid a slump in electronic server sales. Executors move to finalize distributions while creditors file claims.
King Gift Lamb Sent To Royalty In Bankruptcy Hearing
December reports from London and Australia describe a trustee in bankruptcy, Mr C F W Linge, applying for accommodation for a gift to the King. The matter refers to a deceased tester and involves the South Coast and South Australia. Proceedings note a motion to defer and arrangements linked to Christmas.
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Otner
Pc McCann
Ubetr Hume
Newnan
Cowper
Nerrale
Efter
Arin
South Coast
South Australia
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Hay
New South Wales
Housnold
Soya Bay Betes
Buckingham
Cara Madont
Exteuite
Mandgal
Woot
Increased Air Traffic Boosts New England Airways
The company reports record passenger volumes on its routes between Anvbane and Syaney, with flights operating daily. Management plans to upgrade services linking Sydney and Beuibane as demand rises across the coast.
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New England Airways
Whieh
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Syaney
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Gritbane
Sydney
Beuibane
Iad
Ula
Next Bunda
Workmen Pinioned Under Awning in Sydney Collapse
December 16 report from Sydney details a building site incident where Idumbere and several workers were crushed when a cantilever section collapsed onto a pavement. Frank Mapper and Leslie Wyburd were trapped. Wyburd died after arrival of ambulance, while Page survived with serious injuries.
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Sydney
Idumbere
Lambert Rest
Bathurst
Leslie Wyburd
Reve
Calle Nna
Ue Harned
Tai
Pew
Miers
Ricky Aterngem
UBCI
Tembilance
Wintard
Page
Hosital
Australia Debates Regulating Meat Exports This Quarter
An Australia Dominion discussion centers on regulating meat exports this quarter. Officials map possible incentives and punishments to align with Britain and other Dominions. Debates focus on quotas, price pressures, and diplomatic maneuvering to avoid punitive shipping restrictions.
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Postal Cabian
Landon
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Dominioun
Australie
Alophenia
Bruce
Dervail
Ustrali
Brain
Australia
Britain
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Lsolsom
Te Lantaaniee
Aces
Sin “Inderatands
Spain
Alera
Cilliek
Wodewe Tegen
Irasen
Bacon Scheme Collapse Threat Looms Over Exports
Across London and government circles in December, observers warn the bacon export scheme may collapse as import quotas hinder the industry. The mid 1933 start amid rising prices and uncertain Danish orders leaves producers facing costly losses and reduced demand.
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London
Dally Heesia
Har Willett
Harelt
Sleoréer
Toretn Sane Mers
Beit
Danish Padon
Che Saelum
Lancashire Still Dissatisfied Over Tariff Decision
The Dominiony Tariffs Committee at Manchester reviewed Alutralle's patron duty ruling and reported lingering dissatisfaction. They hoped for settlement but found connections insufficient, noting months of grace and delays between orders and manufacture. Traders’ views were forwarded to the Admiralian Foreign Court for explanation.
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Dominiony
Manchester
Collon
Lisdery
Alutralle
Dutien Tt
Mist J
Coneesons
Fgh
Federal ministers discuss position in Melbourne
Australian ministers meet in Melbourne to debate Britain’s proposal to restrict beef and veal exports. The federal government plans to wait for London’s conference outcome before responding, aiming for a satisfactory solution to the dispute.
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Melbourne
Bevieves
1Ment
Bruce
Britain
Auestion
Bourne
Sie Presse
Predera
Two Dead Five Injured In Adelaide Collision
A crash on the main north road near the Kinle Railway Station left two dead and five injured. Victims include Mrs Mary Virgo, 70, and Mary Virgo, 17, with others aged 14 and 8 reported. Nine people were taken to Riverton Hospital, with injuries ranging from lacerations to fractures.
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Adelaide
Virgo
Nmr
Kynle Railway
Artvara
Riverton
Home Office Changes Stir Up Senior Public Service Roles
The Home Office plans discussed would shift appointments in the Public Service. Mr Carron likely becomes Under Secretary at the Home Department, while the current under secretary chair is eyed for a possible move. No immediate large changes are expected, with several senior positions under review and minor reassignments anticipated.
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Gall
Chuter
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Enetian
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Carron
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Gail
Mme West
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Medica Berviers
Ciientol
Cripple's 20 Feet Leap Ends in Fatal Cliff Fall
A climber named Arthur Henry, 64, of Wollanra, fell over 900 feet after a misstep at a cliff near Prelling England. He died instantly. The body was recovered with some injuries to the rescuer.
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Hepa Road
Wollanra
Prellingenland
Manly Taherma
Australian Barracking Inspires English Women
Mrs Waldron, returning from Melbourne, praised Australian barracking inspiring English women's cricket tour. She described fans as vocal, athletes adapting to pace and tactics, noting Betty Archdale as popular captain and praising team discipline, costumes, and fielding.
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Rae
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Une Macedos
Malbourne
Bane
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Jeids
Soring Avery
Tribane
Gong
Tributes to Ulm MonoЛoly
Fragmentary AP style report recalls aviation action over Bondi Bay and Diamond Head involving Navy planes, with bombardment and patrols in the Pacific. Mentions a cutter near Hanolui and claims of weathered islands, scarce food, and possible Gyincore survival hints amid rough seas.
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Pacific Ocean
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Boknutan Faterd
Miller
Hanoluin
Britain Can Equal Dutch Service Claims Tone
A December press luncheon recalls Wie Centenary and discusses British and Dutch service speeds and the Saar force. Officials debate eligibility of foreigners for Australian trials and outline government nonresponsibility for recruitments. German press notes Munich reports and the Berlin Times correspondent cites aviation policy and justice inquiries.
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Thieuie
United States
cOlmbey
Hove
Britain
Me Beott
Times
Beelin
Munich
Ina
Berlin
Europe
Germany
Britain favours extreme disciplinary action in Saar case
Newspaper report from London describes cabinet discussions on the Saar incident involving Captain Justice of the Saar police after a motor car strike on a pedestrian. Britain signals approval of harsh measures for the Justice case if warranted, with orders to ready colonial troops for deployment and potential plebiscite influence.
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Upet
Saar Police
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Justice
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Sear
Gommine
Frontier of Abyssinia under renewed border tensions
Fragmented OCR text outlines regional focus on Abyssinia with mentions of frontier, authorities, and possible dispute elements. References to administration, security measures, and involvement of local figures imply tensions at a border area, with uncertain details and names scattered throughout.
Engagement announced amid stage show at Palace Theatre
Slack engaged Landon, December 17, in the Streamline Revue setting. T Campbell Black and Beott appear with Miss Deamond’s friends in her dressing room. The couple, linked to Mian Florence Description, plan a April marriage.
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Dacember
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Boott
Mian
Plorence Des Fagno
Antronise Perre Rene
Beott
Miss Deamond
Palace Theatre
Comet Plane Tests Boost Airspeed Promises
December 14 item notes Daily Mail reports central tests of the Comet aircraft with a supercharged six engine configuration at Racine Olvey. Signal aims cited include improved cruising speed and performance though details are unclear.
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Nall
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Aingle-Eerter
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President's Daughter to Marry as Rumors Ripple Inlet City
Local papers report a rumored engagement involving the president's daughter with a named suitor, amid confusing headlines and garbled phrases. Citizens await official confirmation as outlets attempt to clarify names and dates.
English hostility and hospital update amid turmoil
Fragmentary report from December 17 notes English animosity and a hospital scene. Captain Justice is bound and sedated, while the criminal police chief reports smouldering tensions among English factions. Lord Aviesford and Neumeisterer are mentioned amid ongoing unrest and a victim injured in the incident.
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Tet Hospital
Annis
Daar Criminal Police
Lord Aviesford
Sudden End To Two Up Game
Police chief arrival causes scatter as crowd exits during a two up game. Amid confusion a lone spectator named in the report appears to have a questionable exit. The scene shifted toward the home limits while watchers present described the stoppage and tardy crowd dispersal.
Sydney Council Deadlock Report Amid Confusion
fragmented text describes a Sydney council deadlock with mentions of the Lord Mayor alert and aldermen, references to nominations and cabinet action, and unclear details about ongoing political maneuvering and support.
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