Military Figures Depart Canberra For Official Duty
Personal notices report Admiral Sir Ragnar and Lady Colvin along with Colonel Hamilton and Mr Anderson traveling from Canberra government circles. Caplin Tarn Mygeine is not in charge at Balgatton and a ten month absence is noted with an appointment to Ternara NAW. Captain Ahgeine will be supervised by Captain John McCale and publicly warranted to Canparem on Thursday evening January 2.
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Australia
Agensias
Commonwealth Savings Bank of Australia
Commonwealth
1938 in Retrospect and 1939 Hope for Australia
An Australia centered summary reflecting on 1938 as a year of global tensions and political shifts, noting Spain China and Czechoslovakia, while Britain and the United States act decisively. It warns of economic strains, unemployment, and defence spending, urging citizens to unite for a more useful 1939.
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Spain
China
Austria
Europe
Czechoslovakia
Salemn
Britain
Atlantic
United States
Australia
Swimming wager at Brisbane river incident at Victoria Bridge
A garbled report describes a man attempting a swim at the Brisbane River near Victoria Bridge. He allegedly planned a stunt involving clothing and a supply of something, but the effort exhausted him and bystanders intervened. Further details are unclear due to the damaged text.
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Brisbane
Victoria Bridge
Short Wave Beacons In February Melbourne
The report notes a forecast of short wave beacon operation possibly moving from February to April, with a system fitted with receivers under Civil Aviation Department oversight. Locations mentioned include Canberra and Melbourne, with tests and demonstrations planned in multiple areas.
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Civil Aviation Department
Inscat
Canberra
Kempwey Aid
Welatte
Oe - Mt
New Commission Hinted To Rebuild Royal Commission
Sydney February reports an expected new commission to reconstitute the Royal Commission investigating Chief Judge Deirdridge's death. City counsel says evidence may not be complete until January, and the law timetable may delay appointments until then.
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Fiiary
Re &Peat
Imidge Deinridge
Royal
King’s Council
Bart Ean
Condi
Persian Rift With France Deepens Iran-France Clash
Tehran reports Iran has severed diplomatic relations with France but provides no reason amid growing tensions. No further details on the severance or immediate actions are given by officials.
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Tehran
Persia
Iran
France
New Education Calls for Technical High Schools
A five year inquiry report by the Consultative Committee urges a new technical high school type for select boys and girls. It proposes a five year course with science as a central feature, internal examinations, and leaving certificates. Existing junior technical schools would become technical high schools with university equivalence and broader curricula.
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London
Tne
Wih
Atatus
Gramsmarschaula
Saiy
IJ University
Epuken
Burinjuck Dam Strengthening Proposals Reported
A Bunty government engineers report discusses strengthening Buckinjuck Dam to prevent resumption of any leakage and improve water storage capacity for irrigation. The document lists potential upgrades, including watertight walls, reinforced concrete, and measures to boost stability, while noting the report awaits cabinet approval before release.
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Buckinjuck
Bunty
Promier
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Pista
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Jeiven
Victoria
Eauth Austeaiks
Ani
New South Wales
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Nowa Seewion
Alfred Feith
Jon Battye
Mole Sigwlen
Lunn’ Park
St Kilgns
Wellington
Indiraun
Waa
Girline Minter
Australian Broadcast Ban Tightens Race Meeting Coverage
Melbourne reports an all Australian ban on broadcasting betting information during race meetings. The rule forbids any reference to forecauting counts before the final race of the day runs, prohibiting advertising or mentions of betting odds during the event.
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Melbourne
Randwick
Plemington
Glider Pilot Philp Wild Seeks Perth to Adelaide Flight
London reports glider pilot Philp Wild dismisses Australia's plans as impractical. He aims to attempt a Perth to Adelaide crossing, claiming it could be done in ten days if conditions allow. Mrs Wills notes the journey may take two months with new glider types.
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Philp. Wild
Australia
Perth
Adelaide
Wills
Trans Pacific Ties and American Traveller’s Views
Sydney reports that H G Wella of the American Traveller Contatlon arrived to discuss ties with Banghies and Den amid tensions. He notes Americans show disapproval of German actions but no hostile sentiment toward Germans, and that public opinion remains cautious about China and Den developments.
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H.G. Wella
al Banghies
Contatlon
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Be Xaid
Denaming
China
Budge Debuts as Pro Against Vines at Madison Square Garden
Advertised as a major event in New York for January 3, Budge is to face Ellsworth Vines in his professional debut before an expected crowd of about 17 500. The match would mark Budge’s start in pro tennis at the famed venue.
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Tite
Jos D Inmld
Budge
Ellsworth Vines
Mauidison Square Garden
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Week End Radio Programmees Highlights and Listings
A dense catalog of radio programming across music, news, sports, and features. Entries include orchestral concerts from Sydney and Philadelphia, cycling race reports, scout world jamboree coverage, weather broadcasts, and various cultural segments with numerous named programs and personalities.
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Gables
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pBlusie
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Motor Traffic Ordinance Amended in Territory update
An amendment to the Motor Traffic Ordinance introduces penalties similar to New South Wales for reckless driving and adds a vehicle immobilizer to limit misuse. Changes enhance registration controls, protect buyers, and curb transfer noncompliance. The transfer fee is reduced, and new licensing provisions cover vehicle use, reliability tests, and related regulatory aspects.
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Tuterne
Gmecimente
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Ottawa Treaty Termination Notice by India and UK Signals Open Talks
Government of India terminates the Ottawa Agreement with the United Kingdom effective March 41 1038. The move follows a May 23 1086 notice and aims to explore a new trade accord. British comment in Parliament notes the decision to end the old pact does not end negotiations for a fresh trade agreement.
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Ie Goversmom
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Indian Legislative “Assembly
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Militia Drive Appeal to Jews in Australia
Sydney reports a strong appeal to Australian Jews to join Commonwealth defense units. Col. H. G. Gir Ow and Lt-Col Hye Maatl urge readiness for empire defense, noting 20,000 Jews already serve in various theatres with courage. The appeal seeks volunteers to honor native lands and support national security.
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Mevionrne
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Commonwealth
Bankruptcies in 1938 Rise Amid Weather and Credit Strife
Sydney reports a rise in bankrupted firms in 1938 totaling 48 more cases. Architects, builders, carriers, chemists, clerks, farmers, and garage operators are listed among those who failed, attributed to adverse weather and low or unfavourable market conditions. The average number of proceedings stood around 212 with many creditors affected.
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Skeleton Found in Cave Near Picton Lake
A skeleton believed to be John McGoldrich was found in a cave at Douglan Park near Picton Lake this afternoon. Police found two dockets bearing the name McGoldrich near the cave and are inspecting the scene.
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Sydney
Growing W Hello NB Melody and aie
A fragmented OCR item mentions individuals Melody and aie in connection with a growing or welcome context in New Brunswick. No clear event or outcome is stated, leaving the snippet with partial names and place hints.
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Melody
Aie
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