Floods ravage northern N S W coast with deadly toll
Torrential Macleay rain near Kempsey and 23 inches in Coff’s Harbour devastate crops and cut power. Maitland faces worst flood as Hunter River rises to 34 feet 6 inches. three dead and 9,000 homeless across the region. Rescue crews struggle amid rising waters and widespread damage to Grafton and surrounding towns.
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Macleay
Coff’s Harbour
Maitland
Hunter
O‘champton
Kempsey Fire Rescue Broadcast Sparks Wide Emergency Alert
A submerged river crossing near Kempsey triggered an emergency response as local authorities directed dozens of rescue teams to the Rawmere and Richmond River areas. The incident caused road closures and villagers reported significant flooding with multiple homes affected and emergency services coordinating evacuations.
Kempsey Flood Strips Town As Rail Lines Halt
Severe floods hit Kempsey with at least 13 houses lifted from foundations as the Macleay River peaked. Northern trains canceled except for one service. rail operations suspended to Maitland district. Passengers moved by bus, with damage across the area and trains routed westward.
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Snuiher
Northern
Ralwey
Waltland District Railway Metals
Bydoegerry Bribant Vis
Maitland
Resignation Tenders Rock Government Office
Fragmented OCR text shows MR HOLLWAY tendering resignation amid political turmoil. Mentions late night government chatter, party actions, and Labour support, with unclear names and places due to garbled source.
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Pertier
Atera
Wcommaie
Pew
Dallas
Severna Gm Pisa
Saan
Ian
Teres
Woman Blown Over Cuff in Riverside Incident
June 2 in Corona Arvane Romeville a gust toppled a woman from a vehicle. Mrs Darin Hass Irons 41 was aided by bystanders and transported for medical care after a high wind carried her from a slope near Avalon to Bilzoia Beach. Police say the event occurred as a strong gust lifted her from the car while the driver W was with her companion in the vehicle.
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Sydrey
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Darin Hass
Irons
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Romevile
Nor Weyers
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Quads
Rons
Stense
Avalon
Bilzoia Beach
Elif Jadee Ber Gusbwad
Ind Simowe Cnty
Epee
Lefer by Mr Trygve Lie Open CARE SUCCESS Letter
A damaged OCR note discusses Trygve Lie replying to global counterparts in London Washington and Paris. It mentions economic differences and the need for discussion on rights amid United Nations concerns.
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Open Lefer
Mr. Trygve ‘Lie
London
Washington
Paris
Lie
United Nations” Press Buresi
Scldars Nto & Badarasthe
Mill- Finited Nations
Preach Prem Agency
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Tananarive
Glee
Sar Ben Opie
Enon
Fifty-Eight Feared Lost In Great Lakes Air Disaster
New York June 24 A A P One of the largest searches in Great Lakes history began at daybreak for a Northwest Airlines DC-4 plane with 50 aboard believed to have crashed into Lake Michigan. Planes coast guard cutters private yachts and commercial ships joined the hunt as dense fog set in making visibility near impossible. The airline said many passengers were students from eastern colleges returning home for summer vacation.
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Jume 24
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Great Lakes
Northwest Airlines du4
Lake Michigan
Privels
Eastern Colleges
AIR DISASTER REPORTS LAKE MICHIGAN SLICK AND SURVIVAL FATE
A mistyped dispatch recounts an oil slick on Lake Michigan near Milwaukee and a missing seaplane crew. One survivor was rescued. the plane carried 39 crew and passengers, but most perished. Officials suspend operations at night and prepare for further searches as details remain unclear.
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Lake Michigan
Wiweukee
Milworker
French Veterans Welcome In Paris Demonstration
In Paris on June 28 an army of about 10 000 veterans from two wars gathered for a seven hour demonstration aimed at securing higher pensions. The night event featured a peaceful march, security measures, and a public show with crowds on the streets around the Opera. The demonstration preceded the performance of Iollette with police and volunteers managing crowds and keeping pavements clear.
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Paris
Ron
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Lacie
Talon
Este Wallins
Dasiony
Po'iemen
Opere Shook
Une
Pept
Blank
Bagstones
Car
Noor Wins Golden Gate Handicap at Albany
Noor Initicad and jockey Dora Lowrey win the Golden Gate Handicap at Albany California, clocking a world class time in the 96 000 dollar stakes. Noor beats Christian and several rivals to set a record, with Beal and others pressing but unable to overtake in the stretch.
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Albany
California
Noor
Golgen Gabe Baniend
Scurshan Rarord
Victoris
Ghiatian
Dora Loweien
Raman
Test match chaos in five day draw at London
Fragmented report shows a five day test ending in a draw with West Indies posting 330 and England replying with strong resistance. Worrell supported by a prolonged stand and Bedser, Wardle and Jenkins delivering key moments. Wardle opens bowling with a first ball wicket and limits aided run reducing spells.
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London
Aone
Otal
Onty
England
Woreell
Engles
Jenkins
Wardle
Stollmeyer
Mod Jenkins
Rand
Walt. Bias
Gomen
Marietta Dal Breaking Up
Marietta Dal breaks up with Jung amid tense exchanges. Close associates report strained scenes as witnesses describe a rapid shift in relationship dynamics and public statements. No resolution announced by press time.
South African Soccer Team Edge Australia in Test
The South Africans battled Australia to a 2 1 halftime score, with Botha scoring a third late as South Africa seized control. Keeper signaled solid defense, while Australia pressed with several near misses and missed chances.
Aps Battle With Storm Brisbane June Blaze
A garbled report from Brisbane cites a storm impact near Narrandera and Vancouver with unclear figures. The fragment mentions crews and mariners amid rising heat and unsettled conditions, but readable specifics are scarce. The piece hints at a contest or clash labeled as Aps Battle With Storm and notes dates and locations only in faded form.
France Cabinet Resigns in Crisis After Unity Split
Paris June 1 AAP Amid a political crisis in France Prime Minister Bidault sent his cabinet’s resignation to the president after the chamber’s absolute majority breakdown. Communists Socialists and radicals united to press for higher pay and social demands, forcing a split just before Schuman Plan talks.
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France
Bidault
Spekte
Tne Blyare
Dak
M.vincent ‘Auriol
Cortinence Oy
de Cautille
Piga
Alost
Intruder Attack at Queen Mary Households Ends
Winifred Ralph rushed to aid Mrs Knight after an armed intruder attacked a house. A man was found hiding. the caretaker and a police officer restrained him as the Grenadier Guards secured the area. Mrs Knight sustained serious head and shoulder injuries. Mrs Ralph had a minor head wound but recovered late. Queen Mary and royal possessions remained undisturbed.
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Winifred Ralph
Stainton
Can Roller
Queen Mry
Knight
Ralph
Mari Rokkien
Normel
Seaizies
Ight
Grenadier Guards
Mae
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George the Pitts
Durin Ah Barra
Ntl Boaes
Minister faces tramierelion graft allegations
Fragmentary OCR describes political maneuvering around nominations and government accommodation amid tension over reforms. Names and places are partly garbled, but references to ministers, nominees, and a central authority suggest ongoing nomination and policy challenges within a regional government.
North Korean Reds Invade South Reported by Pyongyang Radio
A North Korean radio broadcast from Pyongyang claimed a northern assault on South Korea. The report cited timing around 1 am GMT and described fighter actions as part of ongoing hostilities.
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Seoul
Korea
A.ap
Nordh
Pyongyang
G.M.T
Unprovoked incident amid escalating Korea tension
Washington reports an unprovoked incident near the Korean border with the Republic of Korea accusing North regime forces. Diplomats note official statements from Tequesta and the U S Department of State after emergency talks, amid calls for Soviet backing and warnings of possible invasion.
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John Muerto
Republic of
Keres Ber Fe
South Fores
Aotmamaer
Tepe Siv
Blue ‘Department
Aecsiad Gececary
Dean Rusk
South Korea appeals for aid amid civil war fears
The South Korean government appeals for aircraft and ammunition to bolster defense as reports describe a dire civil war threat. Spokesman Ryne says the situation is dire and calls for urgent cabinet action, with foreign support and naval air units on standby.
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Min
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Yiroeduy
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