Obscure 1920s Rail Service Advertisements Listing
A fragmentary catalog of railways, towns, and agents appears, listing Kingston, Prowse, Gunn, Mrs. Brill, Malongia, Gunging, Meriuhilla, Pambula, and Melbourne firms. The text references morning delivery details for The Conference Times and asks readers to contact the circulation manager.
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Dunne
Kingston Dw
Prowse
Gunn
Kingston Miser
Munuke RM
Oolless
Duntroon
Brill
Wertiake
Favey
Malongia
Rariy Daily
Conberen Times
Weather Summary for Canarias Day in 1924
The report notes a 24 hour maximum around 84.7 degrees with a low near 63.7 degrees. Winds shift from calm in the morning to higher speeds by the afternoon with temperatures rising through the day.
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Canaria Tardday
Thee
Alf Dam
UA Hegeren
Rainfall Totals For Five Years At Quesnbeyan
In the five year record for Quesnbeyan the tally shows monthly totals of rainfall. The summary notes a pattern of variable precipitation across seasons with spikes in certain months.
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Quesnbeyan
Old Christmas as a steadfast, living ally of humankind
The piece venerates Christmas as an enduring, familiar friend who guides the young and comforts the old. It traces Christmas roots from ancient winter rites through the Christ Child festival, praising its timeless joy, faith, and communal generosity. It frames Father Christmas as evergreen, with a youthful spirit, and stresses the season as a source of hope and renewal.
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Santa Claus
Father Christmas
Christman
Europe
Bethlehem
War Memorial Completion Hopes Fall Short Under Scullin Plan
Sydney report shows Prime Minister Scullin pledging to proceed with a memorial honoring h killed in defence. Debate centers on cost figures around £403,000 and funding, with criticism of delays and calls to begin construction despite parliamentary hurdles.
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Sydney
Aull
Pett
Abe
An. Hernia
Ataroh Ueno
Wits Belopel
Big Drop in Federal Employment Figures
Federal Cantal Commission staff fell by 168 in the week ending Saturday. The Lands office lost 210 workers on December 14 as a result of Hotel Kiarrajong closures and Parliament delays. Other departments show mixed staffing changes with December figures varying by agency.
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Lands Office
Kiarrajong
Cap tain s Flat railway plan debated before adjournment
Report from the Legislation Council discussed the Pingstore to Captain s Flat railway. Attorney General noted the proposal’s significance for southern New South Wales. Cabinet awaits Chief Commissioner Cleary s report before finalizing construction details.
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TM. Shiakeapeare
Actuaa
Public Baths Project Pressed By Commonwealth Works
The Public Works Committee forwards a report to the Minister of Home Affairs on the proposed public baths in Canberra. It reviews submissions from the Federal Capital Commission and aims to move the project from estimates to initiation without delay.
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Commonwealth Public Works
Mro Blakeley
Conhens
Federal Capital Commission
Special arrangement on Reuters world service used in ave scan intel
Reuters World Service and other special information services contribute to the ave scan intelligence. The work is compiled under license and rights in Australia and New Zealand are reserved.
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Reuter
World Service
Australia
New Zealand
A Christmas Tree Awakening in Darkened Room
The speaker recalls entering from cold and darkness to find a Christmas tree that fills the room with bright, immensity. Each light feels sharp and piercing, the sugar angel atop moving the heart, and the scene turns the drawing room into starry space. The tree remains a divine memory.
Toys and Their Influence on Child Development
The article argues that toys shape character and taste, noting sophisticated toys teach mechanical skills and early interests. It emphasizes peaceful, constructive play over warlike goods, urging adults to choose toys that elevate and educate while preserving joy and entertainment.
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Shimarigon
Yepina
Todey
Pias
Clinton
Boa
Egypt policy defined in House of Commons
In London on a Monday, Austin Chamberlain pressed the government on Egypt policy and the possibility of delaying troop withdrawal from Cairo and the Suez region. Arthur Henderson replied outlining contrasts with Chamberlain’s plan and the defence transport issues for the Canal, stressing cautious steps toward Sudan and the Ango-Egyptian agreement.
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London
Sur
Austin Chanmberlain
Dan
Hamecia Ie
Vno
Hauge
Commons
Govwernment
Rudin
Geneva
Hague
Cairo
Alexandria
Arthur Henderson
Tina
Bien Canal
Gerard
Sudan
Kimuttan Conaly
Cujia
Budun
Isd
Research Officers Sought for Canberra Applications
Commonwealth Gazette calls for research officers to join the Council of Identity and Industry Research. Two government posts to investigate in Canberra seek graduates with relevant science degrees. Salary starts £ per annum with annual increments. duties include experimental work and supervision.
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Werd Imellet
Commonwealth Gazette
Ie Council of Irtentitiy
Indu
Rset Research
Ievesticatininia
Vanbernn
Schon
Lomo Tel
New Australian map produced for public sale by Lands and Survey
A new map of Australia compiled by the Lands and Survey branch of the Commonwealth Department of Works is offered to the public at cost. It reproduces inch to mile and highlights principal towns rivers mountains and colonies with a focus on clear, uncluttered presentation for easy location of major features. Available from booksellers and stationers.
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Alnén Thiap
Commonwealth Department of Works
Aru
Collnaye
Mont Pure
Local Registry Notice from Canberra Printing Office
Printed and published by C J Shakespeare for the Federal Capital Crees of Australia at the Cogipasy registered office in Ainslie Canberve. The note records official printing details and location.
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C.J. Shakespeare
Federal Capital Crees
Australia
Cogipasy
Ainslie
Canberve
Egypt Election Update in Cairo
Brief on Cairo election results noting party totals with Waadi 184 and 118 other votes. Mentions overall turnout and distribution among groups in the latest voting round.
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Cairo
Tofala
Waadi
Lonely Xmas Aboard the Discovery in Polar Expedition
The Discovery’s ship’s company plans a solitary Christmas far from civilization as they push toward Cape Town to chart Antarctic seas. Captain Hurley leads the crew amid harsh storms with hopes for scientific gains, including a new research setup and a possible sea plane deployment for exploration.
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Wilsapere
Lois Iraprohatie
Theseine
Porsina
Plotemey
Kergue
Auetratia
Davey
Discovery wireless from Mawson expedition notes well
A wireless message from the Antarctic Expedition Committee to Sir Douglas Mawson reports all well and a slight delay in wart for the ship Discovery. Mawson’s team nears Heard Island and winds ring in Australia. The voyage to Antarctica begins January 1 with most members ready.
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Lougias Mawson Graterney
Himerif
Antarctic Expedition Committee
Australia
Homiesen
Douglas Mawson
Ponglag Mawson
Ayreen
Atoptralian
Raghond
Phemnas
Jenk
Awintan
Madsen
Stock Sale Yards Erection Planned at Canberra
Irregular text describes erection of stock yards at Canberra by a committee led by Hoste. Sheep and cattle yards to be ready by February 1 with sheep sale planned the first week of February. Public cattle section to proceed by eve of the year, with preparations for payments and stock handling.
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Capital Comvisetiad ci
Canberra
Uae
Excellencies Visit Canberra Listed Attendants
Personal Wis Exorlency the eve General with Lieutenant pe Dp Nichol R.Ay AP traveled to Canberra on Tuesday. Their Excellencies' Visitors' wa will not be available after today.
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Wis
Pe Dp
Nichol R.ay AP
Canberra
Tuowlay
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