Cement price rise prompts inquiry on cement combine
In parliament yesterday Mr Morgan Lab urged the minister to inquire into suspected price rises by the cement combine. He claimed the cartel could push up costs and blamed the consortium for higher cement prices affecting wartime costs. The minister replied cement is a regulated commodity under National Security Rules and promised inquiries if warranted.
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Exiam
Cement Combine
Neue
Penaitien
Seembine Indies Ita
Atlin Testthint Chinent
Milan
Morie
Duke of Windeor Social Reform Debate in Adelaide
A university debate from Adelaide features Duke of Windsor social reform topics with participants from Athrexent and Melborne. The debate covers postwar servicemen, war industry unity, and potential policy changes. The result notes Stelonurne team won by a margin amid a tense discussion of reforms and international views.
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Adelaide
Univeral
Brennan
Frank Brennan
Anhiry
Batman
Canberra Court Hears Abuse Allegations At Trail
Canberra court heard claims of threats and abuse as residents of Wentlake and Wealslake testified about July incidents. Witnesses described altercations involving May McGlynn and Mrs Haines, including threats with a broom and a head injury, while other cases involved a moonlight theft from a public telegraph booth and a boy’s involvement in removing a globe from a phone booth.
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Mary of Two
Donny Brooks
Wealake
Canberra
BL. Ryne
Wutela
Wraaae
May McGryon
Homie
Haines
Mia Haines
May McGlynnn
McGlynm
Huania
Stra Melynn
MeGlyin
Mina McAyan
Mra Haines
Eniny
Reginald Stanley Drowluton
Ringatom
Cone
Wingston
Dickinson
J. L. Maguire
Sonalahie Joh Goodall
Witnom Eald
Pilekinson
Hugh
Hughes
Bailey
Kingston
Victoria League General Meeting in Danbarra
A Victoria League general meeting in Danbarra closed with 90 members in attendance. The President announced funds from the Canberra Mobile Lantern Fund, collected over three months, were sent to London on July 20, with the remaining balance to be used locally. The meeting, aided by the Cable Committee, agreed to continue war work and organize a small prize. Sir Ranald and Lady Cronald attended to thank patrons for their support.
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Mvinhars
Canberra
Stembra
Gertrude
Sant
Landon
Neil
Inguirioa
Membeta
Ranald
Ministry of Shipping
Frany
Kendon
Sinckoute
Narrow Escape At Quarry Edge
Melbourne report details a man named John McLown aged 34 who fell toward a metal quarry edge while carrying items in his pockets. He sustained severe head injuries but survived with aid arriving promptly. police and emergency services respond to the incident race in progress.
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Melbourne
John McLown
Powder Monkey
Tell Tott
Aid
FIGHTING A TOBRUK FATE IN WAR REPORTS AND AIR ATTACKS
A wartime dispatch notes artillery activity near Tobruk with advanced units clashing and Allied raids at Tripoli. German bomber superiority cited with heavy losses of transports and tankers. Australian forces to lead efforts in the Middle East region as Allied command discusses Tobruk defense and Latakia operations.
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London
Toru
ALF
Tripoli
Gontut
Tobruk
Austk
Tamayed
Boand
Lundon
Staturs
Australis
Mackiy Aulod
Forres
Ayrennia
America
Bellahy Loroes
Latya
Xs Netue
Cai
German tribute to Alf inspires shock troops praise
A German Africa Corps field report on desert combat lauds Australian troops as second to none in dealing with nerve and fire. It notes Australians excel in use of small arms and artillery, and their resilience behind screens, while the German senior officer admits Australians’ toughness and resourcefulness in defense.
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London
Western Desert
German Africa Corps
Australia
Dager
War Bavinge Certifater and Fertilizer Purchases
The Treasurer Mr Patten stated yesterday the amount of war vine fertilizer purchased in Aralia Up. June 30 shows 122,868,600. Of his worst 384,000 years mut Jacribest through the Commonwealth Tank, and £48900 through other routes.
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Patten
Commonwealth
Charmonan Powder Ad Promises Lasting Allure For Women
An old advertisement touts Charmonan tase powder loved by women for its long wear, claiming it stays for about an hour and nearly fades memory of time. The copy lists shade names including Rachel Natur Povbe Luna Rose and Blanche as available tones.
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Rachel
Povbe
Luna
Rose
Blanche
CharJarmosan face powder price listing note
An advertisement notes Charmosan face powder Smalnox 1/s large box 2/6 with sales tax included. It promotes availability everywhere by chemists, drapers, and wares including chain stores. The notice ends with BJ. BLUMENTHAL, Pres.
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Smalnox
Blumenthal
Pree
Face cleansing routine ad prompts modern skin care use
An ad style fragment urges Amar to cleanse the face every night with Charmasan cole ream to erase the day’s residue. The copy is fragmented and unclear but centers on nighttime skincare.
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Amar
Charmasan Cole Ream
Charmosan cold cream advertised by chemists
An OCR fragment describes Charmosan cold cream sold by chemists with a price note tied to sores. The readable text mentions tubes and a price beside males tas, indicating a pharmacy advertisement or product listing.
Higher Tea Prices Driven by Overseas Causes
Consumers face a rise in tea costs due to overseas factors. Mr. McCarthy says the price hike stems from international export actions and not local profiteering. Short-term relief may come from export quote developments, but the main increases stand on global price trends affecting Australia and shipments.
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Australi
Mr. McCarthy
Raiders Turned From Malta
Malta report describes a raid on Malta with attackers seen Saturday morning. The narrative notes gunfire and a rattle of weapons, with casualties and disrupted homes as residents sought safety. Local authorities pursue leads and assess damage to property.
Air Training Empire Scheme Expansion Hinted by Officials
A contested expansion of an air training program appears under discussion in London after a request from Australia. Representatives from the allied nations weigh alternatives as the proposal moves through official channels. The plan, linked to broader defense weeks, seeks to extend reach and training capacity amid postwar adjustments.
Raid on stray dogs ends in pursuit and arrest
In a chaotic scene described by witnesses, authorities pursued a group of stray dogs through urban streets. The pursuit ended with the capture of the animals and the removal from the area, as residents watched the events unfold. No injuries or further incidents were reported.
Casualty List Items and War Prisoners Reported
The page lists killed in action and prisoners of war with numerous misread names and places. Multiple entries reference individuals such as Gallagher Beamon Della Duwi Sl LN Bourne Barongarry and Morrison, along with units, locations like Deepwater and Pretymans Can, and officers including Lt Tevinn Tare.
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Callagher
Beamonsek Della
Duwi
Bourne
Barongarry
Butt Stewart
Bareoparey
Pio
Riowart
Tubbal- Pe
Bova
Rawle
Pyrmamt
Semsved Rény Dangwreuny
VT Bing
Cowland
Manly
A Carriunn
Gevah
Cowysee
Dewberry
Matters
Bueraenade
Graham
Banal
Lito
Redeem
McMahon
Ramore
Mio
Moore
Singedang
Eal
Soule
Deepwater
Ah Mul
Pretymans
Chapman
McCarthy
Depemtee Acuy
Tevinn
Tare
Murphy
Wanda
Hurricane Fighter English Gift to Australia
Fragmented OCR text mentions Melbourne and a potential flight or journey lasting days. Names and details are garbled, but hints at a wartime or aid narrative involving Australia and Melbourne, with unclear references to a hurricane fighter and a gift or act. No clear date, organization, or person fully readable.
Forced Landing of Bomber Over London
A damaged report notes a forced landing of a bomber over London. The aircraft suffered engine failure and components broke during descent, with crew reportedly bailing out and one aircraft losing a wing fragment before landing safely.
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Victoria League
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Danbarra
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Ten Ommolat Wireless
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Malta
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Mattial
USA
Sored
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Tata
Eaturer
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