Australian doll maker in Timor and Portugal notes
In Sydney a Special Correspondent profiles Mrs Kent who runs a Timor based doll factory employing 34 women and sourcing parts from Portuguese India and Macao. She foresees a postwar revival with more diverse doll designs and aims to expand export while detailing wartime restrictions and the strategic Azores region.
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Australia
Mra
Kent
Sydney
Sue News Service
Mrn
Drummayne
Mra Kent
Timor
India
Goa
Geome
Hamilton
New Zealand
Macao
Hong Kong
Daman
Dolla
Vass
Maceo
Dresetaker
Tae
Ming
Asia Roberts
Port
Ken
Spe
Henry Goll
Newbnergy
Prea
Orine
Africa
Canary
Azores
Atlantic
Gold Coast
Europe
Germany
Sorin
Vasco
Japan
Mmoruy
Cabral
Australis
Brazil
Lope de Soares
Atomic blast Reefing tanks and dugouts at Bikini
Major General Anthony McAuliffe said crews could likely continue fighting after an atomic burst, though radiation might penetrate weapons. He noted tanks, artillery, and heavy gear within a 100 yard range could be damaged while lighter items and vehicles suffered severe losses in the Bikini explosion. He emphasized naval welfare factors and ongoing army Navy joint research evaluation.
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Washington
Anthony McAuliffe
Bikin Ra
SSR
Opty Rele
McAuliffe
Army and Navy Joint Research Board
Naval Welfare
Bikini
Nese Poe
Dutch and British discuss postwar economic ties with Germany
Dutch industrialists in London pressed to resume prewar trade with Germany, arguing German peace-time economic links are vital for Netherlands prosperity and access to German goods and machinery. British representatives showed sympathy and urged a swift revival of economic channels.
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London
Germany
Briish
Nolands Industraliet
Netherlands
Duce
Britain
America
Vatican Says Papal Assassination Report Denied
Vatican sources deny reports of a plotted assassination during the Pope's car journey to Castel Gandolfo. The Pope traveled with blinds drawn at high speed. no assailant presence was confirmed and he returned to the Vatican residence.
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London
Reuters
Rome
Mysthet
Vatican
Castel Gandolfo
Tome
Cartel Gan- 0
Pittsburgh Strike Ends After Arbitration Talks
The Pitower worker union ended a six month strike in Pittsburgh after agreeing to arbitration for a 20 percent wage increase. The strike halted activity in most industries, though the stee industry remained unaffected. Over 100,000 workers idled as power shortages darkened the city.
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New York
Pitower Worker’ Union
Neecs
Monoxide Fumes Onboard Bus Sickens One Million Passengers
Monoxide fumes suspected on an American bus triggered a mass distress event with numerous passengers fainting or coughing. Responders aided victims while investigators examine ventilation and fuel sources for cause.
Home for Students era Interview Highlights Growth of Womens College
A 1914 opening of the University of Queensland Women’s College is recounted with figures on accommodation, stipends, and early government support. The college aimed to provide safe lodgings and study-friendly conditions for country girls, supported by fund drives, picnics, and community appeals across Cairns, Mackay, Townsville, and Toowoomba.
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Celle
Jd Mist Preaa Begr
University of Queensland Women's College
Nice
Nb Uw
Brebene
Kevin Ineterest
Univers SY
Wich
Ube
Women's College
Tos
Birl
Weir Uw Liberty
Wares College
Furthrer
CWA
Ely
War brides depart England amid travel hardships
In October 2010 London reports show brides and children leaving England as part of wartime and postwar relocations. Officials note shortages and difficult travel conditions while families seek safer or better futures abroad.
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London
Amon
Arses
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Rankin Street
Scott
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Heesian
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Walla
Milla
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Athruton
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Ceater
Isiang
Bing
Patrick
Simbeck
Elas
Spain
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General Motors
Rudin Corporation
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Whyalla
Portmual
Aurelie Toanco
Te Wyola
United Nations
Meaygearetia Sas
Secala
Selena & Cave
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Loumain
Americn
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Paka
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Holland
Pope
Pittsburgh
Power Workers
ESCM
Cyprus
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Exchange Thegraph
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Hardys
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WIS Feeda Bage
Terga Great Barrier
Reen Island
Ede
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Harrier Reef House
P.O. Box WS
Headrick Piy. Ltd
Spence Street
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