Miss Compton doubles as Mash in Seagull radio production
In a live broadcast of The Seagull, Mary Whibush was set to play Mash but Miss Compton, untrained in theatre, stepped in to perform both roles. Producers Val Gielgud and David Godfrey faced a crisis as the show began with Compton delivering the tyrant Madam Arcade and the hopeful Munha. Compton later praised the feat, noting radio’s voice-only medium allowed the solution.
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Winged Glory dope cane stewards inquiry adjourned
In Sydney on March 18 the inquiry into Winged Glory and a positive swab from Aitwae was adjourned after ten trainers appeared. The investigation, led by grain RC and steward Mr W J, aims to fix the circumstances surrounding the case as officials proceed with the analysis and witness hearings. The journey through the years notes North to Torres and the role of Mr Feddens in the proceedings.
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Hybrid varieties transform crops and dairy in broad agrarian shifts
The article traces hybrid breeding advances from early 20th century research to modern farming, noting researchers like Beal and Sully, government and private programs, and the impact on growth, drought resistance, and pest tolerance. It also mentions wartime mobility, family scenes, and railway progress shaping rural life and agriculture.
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Ambassadors and Dublin Postings in Diplomatic Scramble
Fragmentary report notes disagreement among Ministers over appointing an ambassador to Dublin and mentions Australia lacking a high level presence since Str. WJ. Disnam served 1948 to 1980 as Australian High Commissioner in Dublin. The piece references broader energy program factors and ambiguous phrases from the same era.
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Severe March Rain Disrupts Smithfield Roadways
Smithfield reports a week of scarce drizzle followed by heavy rain on Saturday and Sunday. The weekend brings 668 points of rain for the month, cancelling tennis fixtures and delaying Sunday school missions. Roads suffer pot holes worsen, a commercial vehicle losses control, and a back wheel contact with a guide post causes damage. A resident's car breaks a leaf bolt after hospital return, scattering a leaking rear spring and forcing a dash to the nearest garage.
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Turbulence in Tunis as bombings and arson feared
Reports from Tunis on March 15 describe a wave of unrest with bombs exploding outside stores and arson threats. Police noted no casualties yet while vigilante activity continued as attackers struck during the day and night across the Europesouarter, with growers and civilians recounting widespread fear.
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Fragmented OCR News Item With Miscellaneous Headings
Fragmented OCR text includes stray numbers and phrases such as Gas, Garvices, and Bible related lines. It mentions a 2018 tour and a 1990 note, but lacks coherent narrative or identifiable events, people, or places to summarize into a clear news item.
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News Schedule Fragment for March 19 News Review and Music
A fragment lists times for a March 19 schedule with entries for News at 12 30, News Review at 10 45, and Music at 11 30 along with a placeholder 145 1230 1.00. The text resembles a radio or newspaper programming page with unreadable surrounding details.
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electricity extension advances through bad weather
Despite heavy rain, the Smithfield electricity extension work continues. Timber along the track has been cleared and posts prepared for erection. The extension is expected to be well on schedule and will bring much needed amenities to the farmers served.
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Optimist visits district farms amid electrification talk
A visitor to the district recounts observations of about a dozen mechanised farms and notes one farmer with two fine horses, no crawler tractors, and plans to electrify when power arrives. The farmer depends on a feed box and kerosene for power, keeping two pensioners on a life lease while expressing sentiment about farming changes.
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