Smash in car race leaves driver and mechanic dead
A racing car overturned at night near Cowen, Melbourne, killing both occupants. One crew member died instantly, the driver died later from severe injuries. A second collision at Langwarrin also caused fatalities, with multiple injuries reported among spectators and other participants. Emergency services rushed to the scene, transporting injured to local hospitals.
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Melbourne
Jasuary
Bun Min
Cowen
Girl Drowned in Weeds During Pool Incident at Toowoora
A drowning occurred near Toowoora when a girl became entangled in weeds at a pool beside Lockyer Creek. Rescue efforts by bystanders and authorities followed as a man was saved, and the body of a second victim was recovered after 15 minutes underwater. Local witnesses described a crowded scene as Lifesavers and divers searched the area for more than ten minutes.
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Toowoorna
Treverthun
Matt Surest
Ering Board
Luck Ridge
Carter
Grace Brrest
Ormily
Brent
Ridge
Pitts
Harsla Tyree Vhan
Tor
Tls Slater
Hiss
Ant Marold Treverthan
Seversneonie
Euin
Milles
Albert Cup Victory Narrowly Secures GwyLan Lead
In a close Albert Cup run at Melbourne on January 1, Gwy Lan edged Dolphin Fifth by a slim margin of 37 seconds on the triangular course off Mont Bay. The race featured a tepid start and steady turns as Tassie and others chased the leader, with Gwylan ultimately prevailing amid wet conditions and shifting currents.
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Dochin
Ceylar
Briss
Thier
Gweylan
Mironin
Fainnin
Tassie
Gwslan
Truck Crashes Into Fence In Adela
A fragmentary report describes a truck colliding with a fence near Adela on a January date. Names appear garbled but indicate multiple people and a possible fatal outcome. Readable parts mention a dairy farmer and a child among the listed individuals.
Fogged Roads Cause Series Of Accidents In Outback
A foggy afternoon led to multiple injuries when a runaway car collided with another near Armidale Road, 43 miles from Grafton. A 24 year old woman suffered chin and facial injuries. other passengers sustained minor harms as the vehicle struck a tree and creek. The driver escaped unharmed. paramedics transported the injured to hospital.
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Umarvor
Clouds Creek
Armidale Road
Grat- TE Eens
Eee St
Eine Falehad
Ken MéDengla
Marriea
Prother
Palrhall
Billy
Erosalig Chapel
Creek
Bonville
Biles Rudband
Albert McDonald Creek
Deen Pill
Alfred Hoe
Eraahen
Miss Fairhall Wis
Grafton
Wtabulance
Aged man killed near Dundas in roadway accident
An elderly resident of Dundas, Cowell, aged 14, suffered fatal injuries after being knocked down near his home. The incident occurred as a rider of a vehicle approached Marsden Rona Et itming URE, leaving onlookers in shock. Authorities are reviewing the chain of events and assessing the rider’s involvement.
YACHTSMAN'S BODY FOUND IN MELBOURNE TRADE DISORDER
A murky report describes a yachtman’s body found near Wilmatown Beach and a fatal accident tied to a moving car. The piece mentions names such as Greig and Brom and notes an official inquiry at the board of moving motor car, with details of injuries and suspected cause.
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Melbourne
Eaey Rose Weis
Janina
Arthur
Kensington
Strusk
Wilmatown Beach
Skepas Pulkyre Funai
Grele! Brom, Puy
Ad Carpet Warehouse
Atcalogy
Williamstoen
Greig
Borouant
Britain Eats Less Beef Amid Cost Pressures
Report notes a decline in per capita beef consumption in Britain as prices rise and import restrictions loom. Analysts warn that subsidies and policy moves may deter consumption further while balancing domestic supply and industry costs.
Surprise air visit to Lismore stalls amid confusion
An initial report describes a plane event near Lismore with unclear details including delays and multiple names. The account mentions a landing, a missed schedule, and tangential notes about personnel and locations, all within a chaotic, partially legible OCR fragment.
Tide Returns Glasses Amid River Mystery
A garbled river miracle tale describes objects washing ashore and a rescue team searching the water for a missing person. Despite unclear phrasing, readers catch a scene of items found and a maritime incident prompting an official response.
South Australia's Butter Government Development Plan
A fragmented Times article outlines the Butter government’s southward development scheme for South Australia, including land acquisition challenges and efforts to overcome obstacles for the Blasé project. It notes Mr Butters denying certain claims and emphasizes tensions around progress and policy.
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Amate Times
Lokdon
the Times
South Australia
Butters
Alan Villiers at New York and Afghan Queen Dies at 118
An item from The Australian Journal reports Alan Villiers arriving in New York and references the death of an Afghan queen aged 118. The piece notes a deposition by Villiers' husband and details a voyage history tied to the era, including ships, routes, and figures such as Khan and Conrad.
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Whekee
Mohamed
New York
Khan
Allis
Expe. Mn
Australian Journal
Conrail
Tanien
Christine Baker
Harwich
Conrad
Bellamy
Columbus
America
Cape Land
Ranmoan Khan
Mohammed
Cook
Rome
Elaine Alle
Brame
Villers
Cape of Good Hope
Hla Beolher
Ian
Hubibtian
Nudie
Siamtulliab
Woman bleeds to death after stabbing at Renmark
A stabbing occurred near the Renmark Rowing Club by the Darlington Hotel area after a quarrel in which a woman sustained severe blood loss. An ambulance ferried the injured to the Royal Prision, with the incident noted to have happened Friday evening as bystanders and emergency services responded.
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Abecasum
Yanusry
Leventya
Mount Gambler
Artur
Maiville
Valle
Sinseae
Renmerk Rowing Club
Darlington Hotel
Der
Tata Ryehee
Ieee
Atk
Renmark
Royal Prisibe
Alfred ‘Hospital
Prince of Wales Promoted in Navy and Army News
An Admiralty announcement lists promotions to Admiral in Chief, and new generals and air chief marshal ranks. The Prince of Wales appears among the promoted individuals with associated appointments in the army and air force.
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Prince OF Wales
Prince Wales
Pereral
Atarabal
Record Price For War Loan Bonds On London Exchange
Detectives studied a volatile session as War Loan bonds moved on the London Exchange after 1 p m. Prices showed 34 percent at close amid activity and a rally in equities. A woman figure was involved in the trading scene and an arrest was noted as markets remained cheerful and active.
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London Exchange
Mae
Weta
Aman
Alice
Youth Drowning Incident During Fishing Reported
Fragmentary OCR notes recount a youth drowning while fishing with unclear details. Names, places, and exact circumstances are unreadable, but the event centers on an untimely death involving a young person during a fishing outing. Further readable data are not available in the text.
Girl's Great Pluck Shark Victim May Tomy Mae Sete
A fragmentary report describes a shark attack victim in a tense scene as doctors assess her condition. The wounded girl, aged perhaps young, remains weak while medical staff hope her youth and resilience aid recovery.
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Tomy Mae Sete
Burteluba
Duke fourth in race heart of crowd at event
The Duke of Gloucester’s horse Blackman finished fourth amid tight action. Emerald and gold colors shone as riders and spectators watched the preliminaries and final gallops with both excitement and orderly ceremony.
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Blackman
OURAN
Corep de Lopwright
Tne
Duke
Gloucester
Atre
Ane
Bantersnos
Roy Papa
Shar
Alralli
Dues
Cppeata
Curris de Texagiliy
Scouts Rally Abandoned At Melbourne Jamboree
January reports tell of chaotic scenes at a scout jamboree in Melbourne. Dust and heat caused faintings among guides while Chief Scout Land Batten and Lady Baden-Powell drew sympathy, urging rest as organizers faced a difficult, disrupted program.
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Melbourne
Becta
The Times Tribute to International Scout Jamboree
The Times lauds the International Scout movement as a force for world peace. The High Commissioner for Australia and others praise Baden-Powell for shaping the movement during the Victorian centenary commemorations.
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Wonon
the Times
STC
Europe
Scout Movement
Fia
Tvalry
Pringabou
Nps
High Commissioner
Australia
Brice
Baden-Powell
Offer to Scott and JMBURTY Y A representative learns of talks
Tentative negotiations have opened with CW Scot as Edward Millman, former managing head of Millman Airways, died yesterday. Millman led a regular air service between London and Paris and Canada and Belfast, plus inland routes in England.
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Jmburty Y. A
Courier
Mal
Scot
Feist
Edward Millman
Iiliman
E Airways
Illimus'y Airways
London
Paris
Candin
Belfast
England
Race Round The World 1938 Planned By British And American Interests
Plans for a round the world race in 1938 involve British and American interests. The route would likely include Australasia, the Pacific coast, and Alaska, with proposals to cooperate with a Sydney scheme. Officials from Britain and America discuss intercontinental collaboration and racing logistics.
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Weimoox
Atseratt
BTN
Amy
Amerie
Brifean
Austra
Alaska
Yansore
Sydney
Amit Race
Otcerne Ie
Rescues From Surf At Southport Beach
Southport notes a mid afternoon incident where three members of the Southport Life-Saving Club aided a swimmer in trouble. The swimmer, who was distant from shore, attempted to return but struggled. Lifesavers formed a line and pulled him to safety as onlookers watched.
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Southport
Boses
Bane Turee
Burt Lite
Noted prelate dead Cardinal Bourne obituary summary
London January 1 The Meath reports the death of Cardinal Bourne Archbishop of Westminster at age 12? He served as Cardinal Archbishop of Westminster and was a prominent church figure in Britain. He advised political leaders and attended public events. The obituary notes his long service to the church and his influence on policy and ceremonies shaped by the era.
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London
Somurred
Carding Bourne
Areh Sahog
Westminster
Cardinal Bivens
Jonda
Mazel
Hue
Ganinary
Laian
Iba
Cardinal Veughan
Pepe
Blabop
Bart
Bysantine
Lott
Cardinal Arch
Wastminter
Mikay Shuplana
Cardia Bourme
Cartinal Bourne
Asquith
Wales
Catinal
Bourne
Wealera Front
Beapa
Ertan
Dhiidaoa
Abd Quen
Buckingnaas
Fragmentary OCR notes on church position and names
The readable fragments reference a church position involving individuals named Patty and Egan and mention a Spirion or related terms. Limited context prevents full reconstruction of events, but indicates a local notice or record noting church roles and a list of persons connected to a nomination or designation.
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Patty
Nomi Church
Dr Downey Returns to England After Cardinal Death
An obituary note on Dr. Downey Archbishop of Liverpool and the death of Cardinal Bouma, with mention of Downey’s return from Adelaide and plans for engagement in Brisbane as soon as possible. The dispatch reports his arrival plans and timing related to the event.
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Thas
England
Bouma
Downey
Liverpool
de Dowray
Adel Rt
Rchblahon
Toowoouuiva
Fricey
Ineget
el Beable
Brisbane
Bulunay Warnine
Great Monal Force Rusegmenre Cardinal Boume Remembered
A public tribute in Bris bane honors Cardinal Boume, a revered figure noted as a steadfast personal ally of the King. Archbishop Dr Dubie leads prayers and a requiem mass at Stephens Myon 104M on Friday, with Dr Dowty delivering the panegyric.
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Rusegmenre
Boume
Dr Dubie
Brisbane
Tritute
Stephens
Priday
Dowty
Seventeenth Wicket Yields 186 Runs Report
The record describes a cricket innings with a seventh wicket partnership reaching 186 runs and notes various players and events around the match. It mentions teams, venues, and incomplete phrases about scores and partnerships. The readable portions reference Sydney, Wales, and Laurain among others, with emphasis on the dramatic seventh-wicket stand.
Price of Gold In Molise War Time Market
Fragmentary OCR piece notes gold prices and markets during wartime in Molise. Mentions francs and periods around 2-16 with references to markets or trade rates. Names, places uncertain due to unreadable text. core idea centers on wartime gold pricing and currency mentions.
Heat wave ending relief promised today
Weather report notes an appreciable temperature drop expected Monday and Tuesday after record crowds on beaches. Official figures show the temperature falling from extreme highs with humidity easing, while wind shifts slightly lowering the heat index.
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Tartahors
Poul
Figuers
Mumia
Mtindare
Morales
Cary
Brisbane
Jonviare
Rain Brings Relief to Adelaide Readers
Rain relief reaches Adelaide as temperatures ease after a spell of heat. Residents report cooler air and refreshed conditions across city streets, with some areas noting improved comfort and garden recovery following the dry period.
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Adelaide
Janutey
Meat export cuts and cabinet meeting notes
Government discusses proposed restrictions on meat exports and a timetable for cabinet consideration. Reports assess the impact on Australian trade and markets, with a briefing from Commerce and a planned cabinet decision tomorrow.
Four Children Die In Incendiary Fire
Four children perished in a blaze described in the report as an incinerating fire. The incident occurred at a residence and prompted investigators to examine possible causes and safety lapses.
Nead pinned by marble slab
Fragmentary OCR mentions an incident where Nead was pinned by a marble slab. Details are unclear due to garbled text and missing context. No other verifiable names or facts present.
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Nead
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