Obituary Major Arthur E Darcy a life of service ends
Major Arthur E Darcy a long serving welfare and service figure dies after a storied career in the ACT area He served as a premier and foundation member of local veterans groups and was a mentor to youth He remained active in welfare and community work through later years survived by his wife and five children in December 1924 notes in the local tribute
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Arthur
Eral Erset
Zodaten
Batman
Brad
Wis See
Met
Jay Bore
Gunnedah
Fort Street
Amma Grenfell
Dany
Beach
ILAL
Membaye
Eve
Gaya
Fide
Uaa
Nes
Saservicemen
Warcy
Pirrer
Comaber
Avetere
Pat
Dovey
Doe
Terrence
Woman breaks swimming record at Welverum event
In Holland, Mal Van Vilet, 20, set a world record in the women's 600 meter event, surpassing the previous mark by A. Mapa of Germany. The meet featured rivals and a noted boxing title fight discussion on December 18 as part of the day's sports pages.
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Holland
Mal van Vilet
A. Mapa
Germany
Stapcunde
Ocenger Thempire
Bydset
Money
Ile Aohter
Vslow
Ben Famves
Kus
Vic Patrick
Ute
Canberra Legacy Club seeks funding and community events
A fragmented report notes the Canberra Legacy Club planning sessions, a fundraising drive, and a calendar of activities including a museum committee meeting, a fundraising target of 7.9, and local registrations. It mentions weather observations and district rainfall data alongside scattered references to Canberra and surrounding towns.
Parliamentary Convenience Versus Duty in Urgent Business
The article argues Parliament should prioritize public duty over personal convenience in urgent business. It criticizes delaying legislation and stresses proper debate on Bretton Woods ratification with the World Monetary Fund and International Bank, urging orderly consideration despite parliamentary scheduling pressures.
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Ghrlatman
Busineas
Parr Iadnart
Timula
Australie
Commonwealth
Bretton Woods
World Monetary Fund
International Bank
Aimee
Hretian Wools
Anatralle
Mretton Woods
Cust
Funeral of B C Bohun At Goulburn In Governor General's Presence
The Governor General J B Chifley and staff attended the funeral at Goulburn yesterday for Lance Corporal Bohun, an aircraftman. Captain McGrigor acted as ADC in representation. High officials and ladies accompanied the event with formalities at Government House surroundings.
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Raya Huginese
Deneral
J.B Chifley
Ab Sovernment Halles
Mayet
McGrigor
A.D.C
Goulburn
Aircraftaman
B.C. Bohun
Dutch Migrants Eye Australia Talks Begin With Netherlands
The Australasian reports Canberra ready to welcome Dutch migrants under a wartime era pact. Talks with the Dutch government aim to revise the prewar agreement on Dutch farmers settling in Australia and farming riverfront lands.
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Rague Bon
Netherlands
Ketth Ci Beerh
Astral
Walcome
Baris
Duitch Farmera
Aualalla Fe
Helland
YMCA Defers Canberra Headquarters Move Plan
YMCA delegates defer action on establishing the national headquarters in Canberra until the next biennial convention. They review finances, housing, and personnel transfer readiness, inviting Canberra to lead a national effort while a trial group of immigrant youths is organized for Australia. A New Zealand contingent will join a high school diving event and future travel arrangements are discussed.
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YMCA
Herra
Australia
Canberra
Eeetor
New Zealand
Forecast for the Eastern Districts Coastal Showers
A weather forecast notes coastal showers across the eastern districts with mild temperatures. Winds shift from south to east as moisture adjusts. expect moderate to high humidity and localized rain chances.
Murray Valley approves extra road transport services
In a move amid debate over rail revenue, Murray Valley authorities approve expanded road mover services between Canbarra and Aydnay and Panerra and Nibury. The Department of Interior endorsed the extra routes while transport officials cited insufficient rail accommodation and growing travel demand as reasons for the shift. A future service addition is planned for Queanbeyan area facilities.
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Canbarra
Aydnay
Panerra
Nibury
Murray Valley
Conch
Deement ‘of Interior
Department of Fond Traswport
Canherre
Lawrehee
Peonia
Uma
Commonwealth
Arayel
Nat Alou Permissian
Law Dean Ditches Legal Style In Draft Will Sydney
On Monday John Peden former member of the Legislative Council and Dean of the Law Faculty drafted a will in plain language. The will to be filed as Parliamentary fatepaper in the President's office names Margaret Rosabeth Peder and Mrs Barbara Munro as executrices with personal and real property to be allocated to two daughters. The writer died in stay aged TB years.
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Sydney
John Peden
Mt of the Legislative Council
Theaculty of Law
la Twa
Margaret
Rosabeth Peder
Barbara
Roller skating race heats Sydney rivalries and entries
Racing on roller skates features entrants including Mousay and Hughes as officials weigh acceptance of an entry. The event covers a 135 mile route from Goulburn to Ayaney with Tony Stevens and Earl Abe set for a match race. The start is planned soon at the Sports Arena amid doubts from Auscelation officials about entry advisability.
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Sydney
Mousay
Goulburn
Ayaney
Rullra
Aurpeine
Hughes
Gilt Aketer
Mian Hughes
Earl Abe
Besten
Tony Stevens
Sarena
Blois
Ration Coupons for Servicemen in Melbourne
Fragmentary wartime note notes ration coupons for servicemen in Melbourne. The text mentions the Rationing Commission and the need to issue new coupon portions, with references to ration books and ongoing distribution of pink ration books.
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Melbourne
Mondi
Ratiooing Commission
Notinehat
Fond Ration Books Wien
Special Drive to Collect Subsidies on Export Goods
A government plan seeks to recover subsidies on exported goods to stabilize prices. Officials consider delaying or withholding certain major exports until the subsidy amounts are refunded, with Bishop signaling that repayment is essential before continuing exports.
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Proce
Ita Oiforsa
Commonwealth
Prican Corumisa
Ngap
Aaid
Linge
Industrial Union claims wage and work scope disputes
A union complaint discusses wage variations and work control in building trades. It cites the indostetal ward for variation and notes employers resist union claims. A claim by the union concerns fencing work tied to carpentry exclusive trades, with mentions of laborers, power, and a new log of claims from the Hick land Tile Union covering Canberra brickyard employment.
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Industriel Union
uKlion
la Nave
My. J. Jenking
Iwne
Union
Becauan
Pewitiee
Menipowerut
Hickland Tile Union
Canberra Brickyarnl
Cabinet to Appoint New Public Service Board
Prime Minister McChifley said the Cabinet has decided on the Board composition and will confer with the Public Service Commissioner Mr Thorpe before naming personnel. He noted discussions with cabinet ministers and potential appointments are under consideration for the new board.
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Public Service Board
Tu-Lay
Nets Sonnel
Camimonyeratu Public Service Board
Mc Chifley
Chifley
Elready
Cnn
Bergite Commissoner
Thorpe
Uew
Move to Settle Dispute in Foundry Melbourne
A conference is arranged by Minister Holloway for Ironworkers and employers before Judge Wistar to settle a foundry dispute. The late foreman Bian and Mantion indicate willingness to attend any conference to seek a satisfactory settlement and return to work.
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Melbourne
Alapate
Miniater
Holloway
Wistar
New Cunard Liner for Atlantic
A new Cunard liner, largest ocean carrier on the North Atlantic, is under construction on the Clyde. Built for around 30 000 tons and over 700 feet in length, she will feature a clipper bow design, twin single funnels, and a top speed near 28 knots. Passenger facilities include two decks of lounging areas and fully equipped public rooms, with workmen completing the vessel awaiting launch.
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Ienawe
Clyde
Jota Brown & Co Ae
New Cunarder
Uber Sonatraction
Ritalin
Aerice
Tee
Bama Boven
Ater
Guyton
Akeleton
Sleetien
Lunary
Levsie
Nerve patient found near cliff after disappearance
A woman reported missing earlier in the morning near Sydney was found by officials wandering near Waverly Private capital three hours later. The patient, described as in a nerve fright, was located near a cliff with no clear injuries.
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Sydney
Waverly
Meat price fight prompts High Court appeal in New South Wales
An appeal to the High Court over meat control is reported as authorities warn of prosecutions against butchers suspected of inflating prices. Investigators are examining the market as price levels remain a point of contention.
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High Court
Noriand
New South Wales
Ohara Wacom
Butchers Indicted Before High Court Melbourne
A High Court indictment charges nine Melbourne butchers with conspiracy to supply meat in violation of National Security Regulations. The proceedings referenced improper books of accounts and alleged facilitation of sales to unauthorized persons.
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Melbourne
Faa
Denora
Vat
Unm
Nurses in Canberra gain substantial pay increases
The Australian Capital Territory board announced terms of an award boosting nurse pay. The agreement covers several grades from trainee to registered nurses, with increases linked to hours and years of service. The package includes base rises, allowances for on-call and travel, and progression steps up to higher pay bands.
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Canserra
Act
Canberra
Hapa
Uream
Coal is Key to Prosperity of Britain
Lord President of the Council argues coal output must rise immediately to avert long term austerity. He cites plans for rationalization from January 1 and notes Britain’s October coal production rose, per- manned output and stocks fluctuated, with 4000 fewer wage-earners on colliery books and 132,000 weekly increase over September.
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London
Europe
Te Counell
My Marrison
Northumberland Veterany
Britain
Althouh
Tna
Sime
Nbeen- Ugsiarn
Stork Ware
Australia Gains Major Success at Trade Talks
Australia reports progress at a London preparatory conference on trade and employment. Key points include shaping an international trade charter, pursuing full employment, and creating mechanisms for information exchange and coordinated action.
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Australia
Autratia
London
Chifley
Aera Cea
Fae
U.S
Yvan
Nity Guar
Satablih
Chey
Ney Aid
Eeonovnle
Boclat Council
Fa International Messes
Taiwan
Subsidy Payments Discontinued On Pasture Seeds
Acting Prices Commissioner Bishop announced yesterday that subsidy payments on pasture seeds have been discontinued due to favorable measures from New Zealand and Victoria. No changes will be made to Vic torian Rye grass and prices will rise to encourage harvesting.
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New Zealand
Victoria
Bishop
Roosevelt Denies Allegations Amid Kremlin Row
Elyott Roosevelt denies accusing the United States Assembly of involvement in remarks he made in Moscow. In the capital, U.S. Congressmen demanded his recall for criticism of U.S. foreign policy. The incident follows magazine coverage and quiet diplomatic talks at the U.S. Embassy in Moscow.
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Elliott Rooevelt
United States Assembly
Momcow
Baturday
Yeuteriay
United States
Roosevelt
Russie
News Week
Tales Embaasy
Rig Adien
United
Heavy rains sweep England across the country
Storms flood Thames Valley as rainfall soaks London and Windsor. Rivers rise over 82 feet, keeping alarms in effect while southern districts report widespread damage to low-lying areas. Weather warnings persist as British towns endure heavy downpours.
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London
Monilay
England
Thames Valley
Windsor
Crea
Rowland
State Benefits from Good Showers Across Regions
Reported widespread rainfall with varying amounts across localities. Laurieton and Port Macquarie noted, while Manning Hende and Glovewater registered lower figures. The listing includes Northweat Slopes and Central Tablelands regions with measured totals, reflecting ongoing weather impacts.
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Sydney
Hood
Laurieton
Polite
Port Macquarie
Smoky
Gape
Manning Hende
Glovewater
Northweat
Ben- Gemrer
Central Tablelands
Bourke to Be Served by Air Transport
The Director-General of Civil Aviation will officially open a new Douglas air service between Sydney and Bourke linking Bourke to Toorweenah with Butler Air Transport. The route will allow residents of Bourke Coonamble Brewarrina and Walgett to travel to Sydney with a daily mix of services. The service operates on Mondays Wednesdays and Fridays.
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Civil Avia
Han
Air-Bmarabal R
Rail union to enforce nationwide wage demands
Fragmented report from Sydney about a planned Australian wide action by the Rail Union of Nations demanding wage pegging reforms and retaliation penalties. The General Secretary of ARC warns of a transport strike affecting trains and buses if demands are not met, with a special meeting scheduled for the morrow and Federal Women to intervene.
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T. OF
Davelopiig
Marriw
Sydney
Newcastle
Chapple
Murrawe
Wool Research Authorized Amid Global Scrutiny
A proposal titled Wool Research Authorized outlines coordinated studies across major centers including Central ton Biological es, Prospect mata, and the Animal Nios Oratory at Adelaide. Sydney Uni Wield invest plans parallel work focusing on nutrition, management, and wool production, with concurrent studies at the Prospect matas and related facilities.
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Siamacs
Coa
Prospect Mata
Adelaide
Sydney
Wil
Conference in Allee Moringa rails native employments
The Allee Moringa conference on native employment and wages drew press criticism as a preliminary meeting. Officials including Mr Fetes and Mr Johnaom defended the talks as a step toward setting standards, with representatives from the Naira affairs department asserting adequate delegation.
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Allee Moringa
Naira Affairs Department
Fetes
Mit
Johnaom
Ivan Outas
Tartary
Admiral Himite to Visit Australia
Admiral Nimitz of the United States Navy will undertake a visit to Australia, confirmed by the Prime Minister. The plan includes a meeting with Australian officials and potential discussions on wartime cooperation during the ongoing global conflict.
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Himite
Australia
Mimitx
Dotted Me Tea Navy
Baa
Chidey
Nimitx
Tatiana Americas
Sid Dimclae
Fragmented Perth notice hints at local events
A damaged OCR fragment mentions Perth and several personal names, with reference to families and a return to a location. It includes unclear phrases about a youth and a Kurvakatts event, suggesting a local community notice or obituary style item without clear dates or actions.
Cardinal Geeoy Vints Nagasami Cardial Geeoy Vints
In Tokyo, Cardinal Oltroy la corm to Takwang. Beara Ts wrt Urday night and Bunday afar iy atom bombed Negesaki 9 Vatican ant arn Sireae mel a chapel paleed from Use Natasmal.
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Tokyo
Monde
Oltroy la Corm
Takwang
Beara
Vatican
Sharp Rise in Customs Revenue Reported
Post and Customs revenue surged in November with substantial increases over the previous year. November revenue reached £8,914,154, about 6 higher than last year, and monthly totals rose by 663,281.63 to 630. For the eleven month period ending November 30, revenue exceeded prior figures by 41,008,136, while past revenue stood at 18,360,107.
Montgomery Reach Greek King amid disrupted lines
Fragmentary report describes Montgomery and a Greek king meeting amid chaotic communications. The piece mentions a shock, unity plans, and military cover as the London segment of the GPS project appears. Names and order are unclear due to OCR damage.
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Pierie Marahat
Findus Neucot
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