Rail gauge device sparks debate at Sydney inquiry
Sir John Julius faces unfavourable claims as Mr James Hamlet, KC accuses witheasen pressure before the Parliamentary Committee probing the Booch gauge break. Birduhi Simon, chairman of the Council of Komensiinend Terustrial Research, vows to continue work only with rolling-stock experts advice, warning of possible disruption. The device by Moderaty molling is discussed as potentially safe without impairing train running.
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Sydney
James Hamlet
Fragmentary Historic Speech Reflects Oath and Bible
In a murky tribute of a ceremonial oath, a governor-general figure repeatedly references biblical language from Ezekiel while a comic undertone appears in the crowd. The scene centers on who takes the oath and how the oath is framed within traditional forms.
Butter output soars in Australia with Queensland lead
Butter production figures for the first 12 months show Queensland up 50 percent to 900,218 cwt, becoming the largest producer. Victoria's output declines due to drought and bush fire, with eight months totaling 812,739 cwt, down 180,000 cwt. Between December and February monthly production fell over half to 61,375 cwt.
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Australia
Roland Wilsong
Queensland
Victoria
Victorian
New Minister 10 Oren Opens Rugby Union Season at Manuka Oval
Opening ceremony of the U S Rugby Union season was held at Manuka Oval with leaders from government and opposition present. A parade of six teams featured as officials discussed referees, training, and reserve team formations for Saturday’s matches in Canberra.
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U.S
Rugby Union
s@anuke oval
Saturay
Senate
Senator Macleay
Curtin
Ménates
Lyons
Samtrasted
Iefopea Fark
Canada Budget Appeal for Renewal in Ottawa
Finance Minister Mr. Dunning presented a budget with only minor tariff and tax changes. He disclosed a deficit of £11,000,000 for the year and projected a £12,000,000 deficit next year. He urged private investors and industry to adopt a revived leadership to spur trade.
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Ottawa
Dunning
Rural science review of fodder and pasture developments at Queanbeyan
Delegates at the Agricultural Burman Conference in Queanbeyan discuss hay sheds fodder conservation and dairy cattle feeding. They inspect silage, pasture improvements, and new equipment including a 100 ton capacity facility. A London note mentions heat resistant concrete tanks and herbage packing.
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Queanbsyan
Méthatia
Buramerville
TK. Trwin
Hainan
Cargill
Kaleski
Gonsal
Wade
Wheat Purchases in London and Paris Spark Markets
Fragmentary report notes annual government retourn on wheat prices and futures. Merchants in London and Shanghai appear to seize opportunities amid calls for reduced government interference in trade.
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London
Tusgany
Lerament
Austrahine
Atated
Contested Hobart Election Signal by MP Lynn In
Mr Le Atkinson, long time representative for winot, seeks support in the 10H sections as he covers himself for axel faton and the WAP mandate at the byelection.
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Hobart
le Atkinson
Winot
Lynn
Axel Faton
WAP
New Zealand Considers Lifting Whisky Import Ban
A noisy report notes Wellington discussions with the Government on lifting the import embargo on whisky. The piece references potential government incentives or bonuses and the broader debate over import controls affecting New Zealand's economy.
Man Shot at Lily Bay Morning Accident
A man was shot at Lily Bay in a morning incident that nearly wounded him. The injured man, after driving to Darlinghurst police station and then to St. Vincent's Hospital, received X rays showing no vital organ injury.
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Bydney
Wastaughoffe
Darlinghurst
St. Vincent's Capital
England May Adopt Eight Ball Over Rule
The MCC said it is likely cricket rules will change to an eight ball over before 1943. Experimental use may occur with regulations by the executive committee. If early trials prove beneficial, 13 clubs will be asked for views after one season and again at the end of 1840.
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Notre Militia
W. H. Dickson
Colquhoon
Canberra
Ense
University
George Draper
Varsity
Lune
Casey
Royal Military’ College
B. Combes
Kive
Mintmide
Sataekys Aa Kayergoen Rm.c
Novi
Prany
Daca KeInher
Austeolig
L. PF. Bragkor
Caffet
Tenn
Militia
Geoff. Daley
Digby Adams
Cicsures
I Smith
Leely
irisoane_Grammar Banda
G.P
Queensland
Rugby Union
London
MCC
Uak
Dumosa Murder Identity Hopes Center Police
Police seek to identify a man found dead in a dam near Dumosa. A report says a fruit-picking man from Nyah rode a bicycle toward Dumosa on March 18 and was later seen hitching a ride. nothing further has been learned. Descriptions match a man named in a separate report.
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Nyah
Dumosa
Hon
Fragmented wartime horticultural notes from Amoy to Pinch Mountain
An OCR damaged item reports on a district competition in fodder conservation and agricultural work. It mentions Col. Simaiervite, Mr. Cargit, Mr. Summerville, and events at Pinch Mountain with references to grass plots, Austria, and measures to minimize or arrest erosion through planting ermames.
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Col. Simaiervite
Pinch Mountain
Couhelt
Toreae
Austria
Queanbeyan School Cries For Urgent Repairs And Shelter
In Queanbeyan Intermediate High School the Parents and Citizens Association voiced dismal conditions. A promised domestic science room remains unused, and shelter sheds for pupils are inadequate with 450 students without shelter for months. The deteriorated annual shed collapsed and authority delays affect schooling and park use. A deputation met Mr Hedgeen, with plans for improved facilities and a social committee formed to press for action.
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Queanbeyan
Tiwih
Wwe
Elvic
Luwa Tennin
Ueaehual
Queanbeyan High
Apacs
W. Preece
ANZAC DAY SERVICE AND SCOUT RECRUITMENT NOTES
Fragmentary report from Canberra covers an ANZAC Day service at a home of a missionary councilman and National Service Register recruitment efforts. It notes scouts will be asked to choose horsemanship hiking or first aid duties, with details available from the coordinating committee. A troop and camp plans are outlined, with leaders and arrangements for a forthcoming jamboree and trade fair at the club.
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National Service Register
Compte
Bervicn Rocruter
Horac
Rove Samutiiaaters
Canberra
John'r
Wz. At Nexlweek-end, A Purpdt
Leren Cromeander
Cuminal Fa
Pont
Bridawmah
Percy Thowman
Nell Blue Cup Second Round Delivers Notable Hat Tricks
The second round of Nell Blue Cup matches produced outright wins for vk and Bt. Tolopea dismissed Canberra Grammar for 10 and 2, while contributors racked up 4. Bull claimed seven wickets for five runs, including a hat trick, and Reynolds also took a hat trick. O'Rourke and Rogan retired on 11 each as BL Gregory's Canvon posted 62 and ST Reseated St. Cheratapher’a 28 and 48 by 20 runs for the victors. Perkins added 2 and 19, with Aruta claiming several wickets. Muttigat took 1 and 7 for 30 as J Cleary starred for Christopiar’s.
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Gregory
Tolopea
Canberra Grammar
Bull
Reynolds
O'Rourke
Rogan
Canvon
St. Cheratapher
Perkins
Aruta
Auindity
N. Cleary
Muttigat
J. Cleary
At. Cheistoptiar
Canberra Grammar Carnival Aims For Record May Date
Canberra Grammar School gears for the annual atte ietin carnival on May 12 at the scknal oval. Competitors train hard as the event aims to set a new school record. A morning program includes an Ansac committee inauguration service in the hall and remarks by Rev TH Timpson. The Library Committee reports strong results and expects continued library upkeep. A card party last Tuesday night boosted winter activities and school football aims.
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Canberra
Ainalle Put
K Ta
Bobaél
Irs
Vonmis
Basbottial
Canberra High School entertains program with student acts
A disrupted report notes Canberra High plans include a special page with Ghd Boys performing. The committee announced a box plan, and notes mention speakers and participants though text is garbled.
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Canada
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Moore Bros. Pty. Ltd
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