Death of Field Marshal Smuts at Pretoria
Field-Marshal Smuts died at 4.35 pm at his Doornkloof home near Pretoria at age 80. The bulletin said he passed peacefully after a long illness that included influenza, pneumonia, and relapses since May. All family were present except Mrs Bancroft Clark who had gone to England.
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Cape Town
Smuts
Field-Marshal Stouts
Irene
Pretoria
Bancroft Clark
England
South Africa
Unclear historic note on a somber event and arrangements
Fragmented OCR text describes a day turning tragic with references to a person named Pete Me Trae and a chain of events leading to a sad conclusion. Mentions London, Feathronas, and Kent in a broad, uncertain context, with phrases about contracts, disease, and agencies.
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Teis
Nima Etter Chase
Furniture Trade Convention in Brisbane Highlights Bedding Concerns
The Brisbane furniture trade congress ended today after sessions praising the event’s role in uniting the industry. Speakers urged improved bedding standards across hotels and homes, citing harsh sleeping conditions and urging a national campaign for better sleep arrangements in hotels and guest houses.
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Neve
Strtha Fm
Wat
Vigorous speech by Mr Walsh sparks parliamentary debate
A disrupted session features Mr Walsh delivering a forceful address amid tense exchanges. References to government actions, economic concerns, and debate over policy measures surface as attendees react to the rhetoric and push for clarity on the record.
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MR. Walsh
Walsh
Che Bealert
Weg Sonor
Mr Mann
Ferner Rasw Coere Area Report
A local release outlines Ferner Rasw Coere area details with two sections and three sentences. The text provides readers with a brief update on activities and the current status in the Ferner Rasw Coere locale.
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Eet Ferner Rasw Coere Area
Cabinet delivers split verdicts on inflation and war aid
Canberra reports reveal ministers divided over inflation control and imperial support measures. A planned speech to parliament was postponed as Cabinet considered a possible 100 million loan and wheat price stabilization. A minister hinted at formal government action next week.
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Canberra
Det Mag Messier
Camne
Gogha
Malta Election Nationalist Victory Report
The Malta election results show the Nationalist party ahead with a majority. Pro-government and independent candidates trailed, leaving the Nationalists leading overall as vote tallies finalize.
UN forces strengthen Korea defense lines amid small attacks
United Nations forces bolstered new Korean defense lines today while repelling minor Communist thrusts around the front. South Koreans push north from Yongchon, eight of nine miles from the city, with high spirits. MacArthur reported the front held, western wall center repulsed a Germanlike assault, and about 2000 Communists killed. U.N. planes flew 683 sorties, one US plane not returning. Singapore unit bids farewell to Korea, urged to stay alert and defend themselves if needed.
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A.ap.-Reuter
U.N
RAAF
Singapore
Frst
Cave
Korea
Be AA Eer
St Tie
General Kenney and Rowell clash over wartime stance
At Victoria Barracks General Kenney criticised Lieutenant General Rowell for a defeatist attitude in early war days. An army officer said Rowell dismissed the criticism, while Kenney remained Depot Chief of the General Staff and Rowell reportedly left the dinner. The exchange involved Australian services chiefs and deputies.
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Soulh Kenneyy
Rowell
Victoris Ber Farks
Gener Keney
Lisut
Blairt
Ai Victor Barracks
Homging Ch
Torrey General
Depits
Baz Fark
Omeral
Atetralian Services
Fragmented Greek Doasteo Fundrece Postulated
A garbled OCR note discusses Greek party figures and a 380 debt issue tied to pacis, with social democrat alignment and executive remarks. Readers should expect further restoration for clarity on names, dates, and precise actions.
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Fundrece
Pacis
Empire Gladstone wrecked off Merimbula amid gale
The Empire Gladstone ran aground on a reef near Eden in a gale after a crew orders evacuation. Captain Temubet, Temubet?, and Captain Lennie led the crew as waves battered the wreck, forcing the abandonment of the ship near Merimbula last Tuesday night.
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Empire
Gladstone
Temubet Om Migese
Empire Gladmore
Merimbula
Eden
Lennie
Heeter
Empire Gladstone
Bean
Capri Senate
New Linotype Speedfire Displayed in Chicago
Sept 11 in Chicago the Mergenthaler Linotype Co unveiled a two speed display of a new linotype machine with double the speed of the standard model and improved teletype settings. The device promises simpler operation though cost and production timing remain under discussion. production slated for next January.
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Chicago
Dhe
Mergenthaler Linstype Co
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Next Jemuney
Foreign Ministers Meet in New York Amid Allied Talks
U S officials led by Mr Acheson hosted foreign ministers in New York to discuss strengthening Western defense and UN representation for non Communist China. Senators Connelly and Kee urged faster diplomatic responses to the Berlin crisis while France pressed broader military funding for Germany and Europe.
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Acheson
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United Nations
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Democratis
Republicane
Tom Connelly
John Kee
Achewo
Coner
Acbesum
Robert Schuman
Truissre
Europe
France
Germany
Australian Irish mission staff reshuffle in Canberra
In Canberra on embassy matters the acting minister announced a change in Irish and Australian posts. The Irish Government named a new ambassador to Australia, while the Australian ambassador to Ireland was not yet nominated. The Australian counsellor would serve as chargé d affaires temporarily.
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Canberra
Bevernal Attaire
Merg Monae
Iish
Fox Niernany
Australie
Australien
Greland
Georgetown
Normanton
Julie
Crete
Gilliae
Townsville
Miles
McCutcheor
Lock
Taylor
Canada helps Boreas campaign amid vague improvised notes
Fragmentary OCR text mentions Canada assisting a campaign tied to Boreas with unclear scope and figures such as seven million and training facilities. The garbled lines reference entities and places but lack coherent facts to confirm a concrete event or outcome.
Possible Solution to Polluting Herbert River at Mt Garnet
A Brisbane article reports Graziers urging intensified study of a Mt Garnet experiment to reduce Herbert River pollution from dredging spoil. Delegates led by F J McCutcheon described silt catching tanks used at the Tableland Tin Dredging Company site and recommended action to protect graziers and farmers.
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Celebeee
Tableland Tin Dredging Company
Mt. Garnet
F. J. McCutcheon
McCutcheon
United Graziers’ Association
W AL Simms
McCutch-thon
Tableland Tin
J. M de Tournouer
Wieckrootan
United Kingdom contract debates and railway funding plans
A UK discussion outlines contract terms for a Becker Queensland delegate and the need to support the Australian rail and wagon industries. The board signals cautious progress on railway yard work and funding for public subsidies, with emphasis on efficiency and reliability in trucking and telecommunication links.
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Queensland
Toe Board
Boas
de Tournouer
Cambridge
Bowrd
Mai
McCutcheon
de Tourney
Bither
Lowehlin Coil
Glaxiers
Ong Gan
McLoughlin
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