Christmas Food and Produce Advertises Seasonal Goods
A bustling early 20th century shop advertises a wide range of seasonal foods and groceries. It highlights chocolates for Xmas, various nuts and dried fruits, fruits like strawberries and almonds, and large stocks of Nowave items with prices and special offers. The notice also mentions seeds, tomatoes, melons, and seed company promotions with delivery and cash on orders terms.
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Ous Unis
Qadbury
Boace
Smilkey
Nowave
Hoadley
Atomic power debate tempers hopes for world security
The text discusses the pace of nuclear research and the threat of an arms race between the United States and the Soviet Union. It argues for international control over atomic weapons, emphasizing inspection authority and the need for an international agreement to prevent a dangerous spread of power.
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Altsough
Americas
Reneaech
Handicaps Set For Easter Golf Tournament
The Easter golf event faces handicap adjustments as entries are reviewed. Officials plan periodic intervals for play and indicate no permanent permissions will be granted for entry changes, with compounding delays affecting late entrants.
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Geyal
Payne
Bonis
Calwell Advocates Immigration Policy In Debate
A rough transcript shows Mr. Calwell warning that strict migration quotas threaten Australia’s white Australia policy. He argues broad immigration is essential to national identity and future growth, while acknowledging political risk in the stance.
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Wyaten Wuld
Calwatly
Calwell
Mat Counell
Australia
Train Crash Hits Parlour Bus in Seaside Town
A train collided with a bus carrying a young passenger near Traralgon, causing injuries to a driver and several bystanders. Police report the scene was chaotic with debris and screaming. the rail line was briefly obstructed.
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Tee Jevel Orang
Roeting
Jone
Candelo Hotel Destroyed By Fire Yesterday
Fire swept Candelo Hotel early today killing or injuring several and trapping furniture and liquor stock. A man leapt from a verandah to escape the flames while another attempted to save money and jewelry after helping his wife to safety. Fire crews fought the blaze as post office staff and residents evacuated the area.
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Spain
Candela
Thanys Moo
Tad
Mall
Inamy
Sister Charged With Murder Attempt After Brother Shot
A sister is charged after a gunfire incident that left her brother wounded inside a residence. Police say the suspect claimed intent to kill and fled before daybreak. Investigators describe the scene and allege the motive related to a family dispute.
Trade rule pledge blocks nonstandard price pushing
A distorted note indicates a formal pledge prohibiting any nonstandard pricing or promotional pressure that would violate typical trade norms. The document signals strict penalties for breaches and references standard market conduct guidance.
Weather fragment for Canberra with unclear details
Fragmentary weather record for Canberra with garbled times and temperatures. Reads notes on barometric readings and daily highs but essential data is unreadable.
Australia tops food output per hour under Labour plans
An official report cites Australians producing more food per hour than any nation. The assessment compares to American standards and notes Australia’s higher productivity amid wartime policy discussions.
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Sydney
Taursing
Brett
Umtran
Joyce
Joyce ‘Conditions Drowpettty
Lier
Uniedtates Department of Labour
Norway
Vac
Wheat negotiations are resumed amid disputes and delays
Melbourne reports the secretary of the Australian Wheat Board says negotiations will resume only after a complete conference. Officials deny ongoing talks with Britain over wheat sales under the international Wheat agreement. The British government faces price pressures as tradesmen accuse a slow response, while calls for parliamentary clarity grow.
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Melbourne
Asatteian Wheat Board
Dorsian
Campeta
For Agriculture
Mfr
Pofiard
The
Country Party
I. Wedden
Britain
Boxers Held Up By Immigration Delay in Melbourne
Fragmentary report describes boxing event stalled by immigration issues in Melbourne. The general manager and team officials face postponements as delays push back a planned match.
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Melbourne
Thureiay
Fe Tean
Australis
Australian election debate on military training and women voters
A fragmentary report notes statements by politicians on military training and effects on voters, with reference to women mobilising at the polls. The piece mentions Labour and Liberal figures and party positions ahead of a pivotal election.
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Vines
Spender
Eande
Linat
W. H. Spooner
Spooner
Bright Cricket Schedule Pitches Day of Matches
A garbled set of cricket fixtures lists matches across Canberra venues including Manuka Oval Kingston Acton Duntroon York Park and Limestone. It mentions Queanbeyan versus local sides with expectant quick scoring and a day of possible tight contests.
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Queanbeyan
Queanbeyar
Manuka Oval
Aina
Seeton
Kingston
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Veandeyan
Acton
Jurthbourne
Turner
Actor
RMC
State acts to restrict wheat prices amid policy debate
A sprawling report outlines government steps to curb wheat pricing, naming ministers and officials, and noting opposition among several figures. The piece describes parliamentary debate, proposals to involve the Wheat Board, and potential timelines for action before a decision is reached.
Calwell and immigration pamphlet debate in Sydney report
The Sydney report cites Minister Calwell defending a pamphlet that discusses immigration policy and Asiatic labour. Mr Allen notes past council approaches about China stat, while warnings against importing Asian workers and mass applications are raised.
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Wien
Mr ‘Calwell
Australie
Meade
Queensland
Allen
Wall
Couns
Outback
Chinews
Calwell
Chet Mallane
Government proposes reserve to rebuild hotels amid town concerns
A broad discussion outlines a £10 million reserve to fund hotel rebuilds and boost town trade. Officials call for liquor controls, public inquiry into tourism activities, and central council oversight of town services and amenities.
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Ile
Touriat
Soteln
Heenan
Connolly
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Subsidy Rates To Private Schools In Australia
Sydney reports adjustments to subsidy payments for private schools. New rates raise payments, with scaled amounts by attendance and division. Minimum grants set for teacher free board and related costs. Eastern Division thresholds vary by average attendance. Western Division shows higher totals.
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Sydney
Tours
Mintar
Aubeldiea
Unclear text fragment about travel and names
Fragmentary report mentions a person named Lanphier planned to leave New York next Wednesday and travel around the world by air, with references to Kittybank North Carative Pom Lanphier and dates or places that are garbled.
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Winurong
Raux Mremagn
Hema
Agni
Kittybank
North Carative
Myath Pacific
Lateine Patan
Lanphier
New York
Sarin Shean
Labourer Fined Eleven Pounds for Theft at Cotter Camp
A labourer pleaded guilty to stealing money and property at Cotter Camp. Mr F Thorpe sentenced him at Canberra Court to a total fine of eleven pounds after the plea. The case cited charges included theft and related items.
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Thorpe
Raz
Aymond Lindsay
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