North West sewer contract to fund Canberra subdivision
The Department of the Interior funds a North West sewer contract worth just over £30,000 for Warren Donald of Canberra. Work to start within a month and finish by January 1938, enabling Turner subdivision with about 200 houses and paving the way for Defence and Postmaster General departments relocation. The project uses Commonwealth labour, aims to ease land development, and precedes plans for air conditioning in the new Canberra buildings.
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Department of the Interior
Warren Donald
Canberra
North-Wertere Interseriing
Dnthia
Tadwatrial Offeer
Works and Services Branch
University “Avenue
Bingsley Street
Boldrewou
Phe
Reid
Wiilen
Defence
Pont- Raaster
Ieee Enats Ntanzet
Foymaussand
Wiere
Puunly
Syigey
Arta
New South’ Wales
Desperate fighting reported around Madrid in Spain
Desperate competing reports detail renewed fighting around Madrid as insurgents claim heavy losses at Oviedo and Loyalists maintain the offensive on eastern fronts. Officials in Madrid discuss further steps, appoint inspectors, and reinforce authorities while confusion surrounds casualty tallies and battlefield movements.
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Madrid
Quideo
Lete
Addit Go
Uiversiy
Frontier of Steel: Russia Posts 1000 Mile Fortified Line
Reports detail a 1000 mile fortified frontier from the Arctic to the Black Sea with underground bunkers and antiair defenses. Red Army vows resilience and readiness to meet any invasion, declaring readiness to strike in enemy territory.
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Russia
Moscow
Rustia
Wester
Arctic Ocean
Black Sea
Far East
Red Army
Kinwestia
Provan
Defence empire plans clash over Dominion role in Britain war
Fragmented excerpts from a wartime briefing show British leaders including the Admiralty and Chancellor facing Dominion involvement if Britain enters war. Experts note neutrality could erode and Dominion ships might require protection, while ministers push for coordinated defence and production schemes despite unclear outcomes.
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Dracula
Britain
White
Admiralty
Samuel Hoare
Une Exchequer
Neville Chamberlain
Thomas Tarkip
New Archbishop Named for Pobart Catholic See
Archbishop Haydoh, who died last year, is replaced as head of Pobart Catholic Church, with the naming of a new archbishop in a formal church announcement from Fanetanion Lo. The appointment elevates church leadership amid ongoing regional religious events.
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Morhus
Sof
Fanetanion Lo
Haydoh
Britain Short of Shipping Report Signals Decline
The annual report notes Britain remains short of shipping capacity with about 2000 fewer cargo ships and vessels than before the war, highlighting strained maritime conditions and reduced freight capacity.
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Britain
Stores Rushed Food Strike Ends at Darwin
Disrupted town life as food shortages prompted a brief strike in Darwin. Stores were raided by residents seeking flour sugar potatoes and butter while bartenders police and railway concessions were noted. A train departed with supplies and a celebratory mood followed as authorities prepared for a tense night.
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Tiarwin
Weanessley
Darwin
L Aaf
Abyssinia and Italy Rift Over Invitation to Halle Selassie
The Daily Mail reports pointed comments on Abyssinia declining to accept an invitation to be represented in London. Britain's stance on Italian annexation is noted, with debate over whether Halle Selassie should attend and how the invitation aligns with Rome and foreign powers.
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Britain
Vrs Jm Wa
Lamdon
Twandey
Boycot
Abyssinia
Anya
Taly
Pain
Wb Pa
Olympic Team Changes Stir South Africa Capetown
Confusing reports from Capetown indicate serious changes and alleged misconduct within the South African Olympic team. An Italian stabbing incident involving a team member is described amid broader tensions as authorities investigate and the manager denies intent, citing an accidental wound and policy concerns.
Unclear OCR report on Japanese vessels seized in Dutch East Indies waters
Fragmentary text reports Japanese ships seen entering Dutch East Indies waters. Foreign spokesman cites illegitimate entry and detention. One vessel reportedly released at Port Dubbo while authorities assert motive was to procure navage transit.
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Tokyo
Tueeday
Sour
Restoration of Hapsburgs and Austro-German Talks
In Paris and across France the press debates the Austro-German dialogue on future moves. French editors question Austrian decisions while noting Italy’s uncertain stance amid European tensions and potential shifts in the balance of power.
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Paris
Itali
Abyssinia Executions and Rising Clashes Reported
Fragmented account details a mass execution event with hundreds killed and injured amid chaos near Addis Ababa. Reports say forces and local officers clashed, with captors alleged to have killed or injured notable figures as rival factions moved toward the capital.
Italian Settlers for Abyssinia Report
London report describes Italian settlers bound for Abyssinia arriving from Genoa with 2 400 wives and companions. The Corriere della Sera commentary notes the wives hold noble titles and contrasts this imperial program with past colonial efforts.
Tennis players warned on tours amid amateur status risk
Officials warned a group including Wynne Coyne and Joan Hartigan about touring the United States and the Continent. The notice cautioned the players to avoid actions that could jeopardize amateur status by improper payments or expenses, as the Australian Association considered the matter.
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Harlow
Tralian
Sas
Move to Legalise at the Younger Sya Convention
The Younger Ssy convention at SYDNEY carried a resolution urging the State Government to legalise 3.P. bell Ingwens and to amend reputationg to report males ta Wenr bathing trunjes in NSW beaches. It also demanded competent aid to investigate and organise the NSW Police Pareo. Members condemned gambling and urged removal of shorta on beaches as part of regulatory reform.
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Sydney
Weenesday
P. Bell Ingwens
van Aveewelt
Nsw
Aéati
D' Yoru
N.S. Wa
Tevine
Ryde
Mnno Heteedvas
Jo “Sali
Thio Wil
Sonfena
Murray Rogth Syenay
Theo Amin
Atea
Auntralia
Haya
Nate Seagee Witout Teeling
Ariminath
Misa Baywood
Dulwich BI
Olesa Managemént Cormiltor
Rthompamm
Adi
Beathing Cos Inne
U.A.B
Mina_Olde
Shorta
Nudium
Aveelie Wapendaen
Stevens
Engilahmgn
Stanley
Balawin
Imperial League
Mrs Simpson Cancels Engagements
Mrs Simpson cancels engagements amid a press conference schedule change due to a heavy storm. The cancellation affects planned appearances and the public note lists no rescheduled dates.
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Mrs. Simpson
Duke of Windsor May Aly Enzes Held Vienna Report
Fragmentary text mentions the Duke of Windsor with unclear phrasing about Aly Enzes held in Vienna. It notes arrangements to purchase and references specific names and matters, but details are obscured in the OCR. The readable portion centers on royal figure and a Vienna context with unspecified actions.
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Duke OF Windsor
Aly Enzes
Vienna
Unclear OCR Report of a Brisbane Car Fatality
Fragmentary item notes a car collision near Brisbane involving a group of about 25, with names like Walter Harrison Benton and references to Singapore employers Asiatic Pe Company. Text is garbled and lacks coherent details on date, location, or outcomes.
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Bingapore
Melbourne Sees Board Clash Over 18 Player Selection
Selectors resist Board of Control demand to reduce 18 players to 12 for Australian cricket team. The Board pressures the chairmen and selectors to adjust the list by tomorrow, amid controversy over senior member influence and potential veto power. The dispute foregrounds constitutional questions as discussions continue.
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Melbourne
Board of ‘Control
Bieasce
Johnson
Dr. Robertson
Vmhe
Mir. E Dwyer
Saelectors
Nash
Australia
Ua Bears
Irmo
George Memorial Fund Scarecrow Drop Brings Debate
Fragmentary OCR text shows garbled phrases about a memorial and dropping position. No coherent event or named entities other than George Memorial appear. The readable bits suggest confusion over roles or selectors, with no clear outcome or date to report.
Test Wicket English Captain Worries Amid Turbulent Tour
Fragmented OCR text references an English captain concerned about conditions and weather. Mentions Conor and Midbourne with taxed targets and a round of inspections. Names Robible and Almaah appear amid unclear notes on rates and rounds.
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Conor
Almaah
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