Debate Over Soldiers Preference Policy Echoes Through Parliament
In a heated discussion long linked to the Scullin government, returned soldiers faced ongoing employment preferences amid wartime service. Prime Minister parleyed with Labor MPs as ministers and unionists debated postwar job assurances, with harmony sought between public service allocations and soldier considerations.
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Alner
Aoliiers
Armoril
Australia
Scullin- Kenore
Saullin
Elnnee
Merveris
Rathways
Rede, Tions
Net
Losmerthens
Cho Poligy
Nyenheris
Soulin
Midier
Witter
Labour
Mesara
Paul Jones
Idi
C. EB
Ysens
Adelaide
Gael
Leone
Pullin
Pablo
Sid
Solilleris
Theodore
Portugal
Defence Department
United
HEENZO Cough Remedy Promises Family Savings
A historical ad offers a two-shilling bottle of HEENZO concentrate to mix with water, claiming it makes eight bottles of cough remedy. It targets coughs colds flu and whooping cough for all ages and asserts it contains no polka and is safe for babies, to be used with a varnish-like packaging description.
Ainslie Canberra Office Listed by Federal Capital Press
Fragmentary OCR mentions the Federal Capital Press of Australia Ltd. at the Ainslie Canberra office. Details are incomplete but indicate company involvement and location in Canberra.
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Ind
Partisneay
Federal Capital Press of Australia Ltd
cMoe
Ainslie
Canberra
Canberra Grammar School look back on difficult year
Rev. W Edwards headmaster reported Canberra Grammar School’s 1920 year with 4% boarders and 20 day pupils, noting improved lower forms, new preparatory class, and strong exam results though some failing subjects prompted review. The celebration day highlighted staff, governors, and student achievement.
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Weds
Edwards
Canbarra Grin- Mar
Yeaterday
Devicol
Isnes
Firesent
Caplan Bracegirdle
Boeth
Sheutto
Durtige
Bivhon Tehairman
Robert Garrain
Minglaumdisotte
Canberra
Grammar Sehnol
Dickson
Gros
the Cowell
Canberra University
College
Dirkson
John Dean
Sreenee Gt Syiney ‘University
Haldon
Psone
Lenoally Lainiversits
Seroder
Istor
Lwo
Tevins
Thes
Royal Milley College
Canbernet
Mintehes
Bove
Busby
de Salis
Sautelle
Pad Wan
Pelopen Park
St. Gabriel's
Y Pelopen Park
Aalrong
Sydney
Associated Grammar Schools
Farrow
Handwriting case stalls decree absolute in Veronica Cleary suit
A Sydney handwriting expert was to examine the handwriting before a decree absolute could be granted in the Cleary versus Cleary case. The judge postponed final action on Veronica Agnes Cleary v John Thomas Cleary after noting striking similarities but requiring expert confirmation. Meanwhile Canberra Arts Society reports active year with strong attendance and varied program including Beethoven and dramatic readings.
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Sydney
Owen Itos
Veronica
Agnes Clewry
John Thomas
Cleary
Settool
Edwards
Heehaire
Goulburn
Tradford
Ford Jpfcin
Canara
Grimmar
Met
Lotti
Canberra
Collin ~MacKendo
Commonwealth
Robert,Garran
Ruidford
Canberra School Prize List and Open Cup Results
A Canberra school prize list outlines academic duxes and award winners across years, languages, and subjects. The article details sport open cup winners, track events, and field events with names such as Farrow, Wildash, and Doddrell, plus notes on government and school council remarks and a prize for notable contributions to school life.
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Nell Reid
Pelze
Balmain
Heyde
Chevallier
Physicw
Traser Bootes
Mertiman
Trénehi
Terrill
Reading
Edwady
Gondrat
Gouler
Bracketi
Rei
Guntors
Neeilhin
KR. Farrow
of Sport
Farrow
Tilyard
J Lycan
Waterman
Wildash
Doddrell
al Refoola
Sportk
Liz Deddrell
Las Curtis
Fonnyin
Hehart
Saw- Lelie
Ail
Sdhoale
Dowhlus
Sautelle
Woodfull to Captain Australia in Second Test
The secretary of the Cricket Board announced Woodfull will lead the Australian team in the second Test against South Africa, starting Friday. Oldfield to serve as vice captain.
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Bute Adellaire
Cricket Board
Gantral
W. Jeane
Woodfull
Soth Africans
Concert Etiquette and Attendees Noted at Local Recital
A musical program featured Mraz , Reters, and Bliss with pianoforte solos including Rhap ody in G Minor and Concert Etude to applause. The audience included Sir Robert and Lady Gerrans and numerous patrons such as Dr Aopndy Ars Dickson, Mrs Miril, Parken, Mirae Somervlie, and many distinguished guests listed by surname, reflecting a lively evening of performances.
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Mraz
Reters
Bliss
England
Sir Robert
Gerrans
Sali Fey
Mianhire
Wantras
Nina
Miril
Kia Lrs
Parken
Moni
Somervlie
Mrbis Ord
PLC
Lstaas
Dames AM ‘ Vnfiuent
Grant
Srufekt
Woolneugh
Woman Hanged for Wife-Snatching Murder at Sparta
Public execution draws thousands as Nels, 2, woman is hanged for killing another woman to take her husband. The accused walked to the gallows and fixed the noose herself as villagers cursed her and the signal was given.
Arteries Severed Aboard Ship In Second Class
A passenger in a second class cabin attempted suicide by cutting both wrists on a vessel. Blood drenched the section as the ship’s doctor treated the wounded man. The ship reached Sydney in the morning. an ambulance awaited to take him to hospital if he consented.
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Sheesteniner
Uliman
Minn
Sydney
Ambilance
Boxer’s Complaint in London on Monday
Fragmentary report from London notes a junior welterweight world title claim amid a scene where a boxer seeks light punishment for a hit. Mentions French lightweight champion Maurice Bauday and alleged injury claims, with garbled quotes from unnamed participants.
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London
Borg
Maurles
Bauday
Visitor to Canberra Praises Local Emporium and Variety
A Canberra visitor notes brightness and extensive stock at Livik enterprising firm in Canberra with a great assortment from Melbourne merchants. He admires the thorough service and variety for New trade, citing gift boxes, lingerie, ties, hosiery, shirts, and a wide display in Perfumery, Jewelry and household nic-nacks in Show's City and Snow's Men's Wear.
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Viailor
Melbourne
Iprent
Livik
Cinbarnt
Canberra
Haney
Snow
Kingston
City
Wingston
Ping Deligatt
Snow's
Shortage of Funds Heads to Trial in Sydney Court
In Central Court Sydney a case against Ernest McDonough alleges he fraudulently appropriated £590 for his own use. Police say he admitted spending the money after inspectors found a total shortage of £1,841 in the firm’s ledgers. The defendant commented that the amount would be about right.
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Sydney
Ernest
New‘castle
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Nile
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Magna Coustian Sound System
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Holmes
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FOX Australian Gazette
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Avhiste” Musical
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Iin
James Carter
Paling
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Turkey
Boxer’s
Noon & Mery
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Cooma
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Wollongong
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Queanbeyan
T. Poy
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J. C. Gunn
J. W. Prowse
R. J. Dunne
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