Canberran Times Readers Offered Early Home Delivery
The notice promotes post free subscription rates within the Commonwealth and prepaid annual terms. It lists delivery arrangements for Canberra and Queanbeyan with special home delivery service details and instructions to contact The Canberra Times for readers in Canberra and Queanbeyan before other newspapers of the prior day.
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Queanbeyan
Canberra
Yasiéenta
Canberra Times
Weather summary for Canberra on January 3
Canberra weather report notes 10am temperature around 75 degrees with a maximum near 91. Wind at 9am from the northwest. Barometric pressure near 8.47 inches and a 24 hour minimum around 18 degrees.
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Igi Atm
Pacreen
Boy Drowns at Baths in Local Incident
A boy drowned at the public baths in Enheld, with witnesses noting distress as adults and children were present. Lifesaving efforts failed, and authorities began a formal inquiry into the accident.
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Thoreay Owen
Enheld
Girh
Faye
Canberra Transfers Debate Calls Independent Panel
A Canberra debate urged Parliament to set an independent transfers committee for relocating Commonwealth departments to Canberra. The piece criticizes Melbourne officials and urges cabinet to base moves on policy, cost realities, and constitutional aims, citing past delays like the Patents Office transfer. It argues for a cross‑department advisory body including Stearne y, Interior, and Public Service Board nominees to guide future transfers.
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New Oil Chief Aydney Thunaby Appointed GM
Aarons named general manager of the Vacuum Oil Company Proprietary Limited after 47 years in service with the firm. The appointment marks a major leadership change at the company, reflecting its long history in the industry.
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Australia’s Defence Need Emphasized by Milne Message
Sydney on Thursday reports Marshal Lord Milne urged Australia to strengthen defence as the world faces rising threats. He departed for England today after addressing defense concerns and awaiting further action in Australia amid a tense international climate.
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Australia
Shooting mishap in Sydney leaves details unclear
In Chatswood a 26 year old worker, Willa Pentacost, was shot at noon. Detectives seek who fired, unsure of shooter as bullet struck a tree. Authorities investigate the incident while statements remain incomplete.
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Kingsford Smith Returning Home to Sydney
Unclear OCR text indicates Kingsford Smith expected to return to Sydney from an overseas voyage. Mentions arrival in Sydney and anticipation of Jaret bringing back the serialpiece. Specific names and details are garbled in the source.
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Charen Kingeford
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Henny An
Death toll from cancer leading NSW deaths in year
Government statistics show cancer remained the chief death cause in metropolitan areas of New South Wales for the year. The total deaths from cancer rose by about 100 compared with last year, with cancer second to heart disease. The whooping cough epidemic had decreased mortality compared with the previous year.
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Beatha
Mike
Child saved by father life saving effort in storm water
In Newcastle a girl named Ney slumped in a rear storm water channel near her home. Blaine Knight, 14, moved by classmates, recovered from near drowning with his artificial respiration after being pulled from the water.
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Woman Bitten by Alsatian Dog Near Home
A woman was severely bitten by an Alsatian dog near her home in Weland as neighbors attempted to intervene. The dog made another charge before it was subdued. the victim, Mrs. W. Falientine, remains in serious condition.
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Man Found Dead in House Reported in Local Scene
A man was found dead inside a residence in a local area. Police and emergency responders were summoned to the scene and began a preliminary investigation. No immediate identification details or suspect information were provided in the readable text. The incident is under police scrutiny as investigators gather statements and assess possible causes.
FCT Cricket Association resumes matches after Christmas break
The FCT Cricket Association resumes competition on Saturday after a fortnights base due to the Christmas holiday. Seventy clubs expect weakened lineups as many players remain on holiday. Northbourne clings to a one point lead in A grade, with Kingston, Northbourne, Manuka, and Hall all set for pivotal clashes.
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Unclear Read on Local Rugby Card From Kingston Meeting
Fragmentary OCR lists matches and venues in a local sports card. Notable items include Northiwairne versus Kingston at North ayurnw and Quen peginn, with other B Grade and open bank events. Names, places, and outcomes are partially garbled, yielding a rough schedule of games and teams including Northsurne and Quen peginn with limited legible details.
Unclear Teams List With Names and Captains
Fragmentary OCR presents a long list of team names and players including Manuka W Miles A Stason and Queanbeyan K Kay as captain. Numerous surnames appear with scattered initials and numbers, but structure and event details are missing. The passage resembles a roster dump rather than a coherent game report.
Ino English Chief of Staff Notable Centenary
The mainkater for Defence Mr. seh tay dente at the enciremnent of Major ine dita tanoral Reuche, an FIngiian omer aunty otertiam to demain veel het ru ilastons and tong RAD MP hired oblel of ite utlir wan a ene A amuulitary forces, ul road, estes.
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Native Labour and International Efforts in Reform
The article reviews the International Labour Conference’s focus on native labour protection and non coercive recruitment. It notes 1941 conventions on ending forced labour, discusses research showing coercion persists, and describes aims to preserve native heritage while channeling energy into productive work through native plantations, amid mixed success and concerns over recruitment machinery.
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Bromwich Wins Elimination To Reach Singles Final
In Melbourne the Australian championship carnival continued amid rain. J Bromwich of New South Wales earned the right to contest the singles final after defeating I Harper in the eliminations. Heavy storms delayed play and results show Bromwich beat Geist of South Australia 8 3 4 1 in the eliminations.
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J Bromwich
Obituary for F P Woodward and numerous local mourners
The obituary notes the funeral service for F P Woodward was conducted by Rev W Arnold at the residence with graveside rites. Wreaths and tributes came from family, friends, and many local figures including directors of 2 B Young Ltd and numerous residents and club members in Queanbeyan and District Cricket Club.
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Contemibles Plan Inauguration Ceremony Details Lacking
Fragmentary notes describe an event titled Old Contemibles Plan in connection with an inauguration next August. Mentions individuals and places in unclear form, including references to Walt Paina Fore and Prankenberg with limited legible data. Degraded OCR yields no clear date, venue, or outcome.
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Mine 1 Mauger Star Minn KE La Moosuriee
Women's singles round results show Mauger of Minnesota defeat Mia Brnvons of Victoria in a tightly contested match. The bout featured strong returns from La Moosuriee and a late surge by Mauger to clinch the set.
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Scheme for Barkly Tavleland development and chilled beef
The government weighs an alternative Barkly Tavleland scheme to boost chilled beef exports. Proposals include leasing Leet AOD HMmjtamre land, establishing port facilities at Vanderiin Taian, and building works on Pellew Laland group to support cattle flow. Cabinet to discuss removal of customs duties on production materials and government collaboration with pastoral interests for financing and training.
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Foreign Language Film Advances Drive Global Revenue Growth
Foreign language films have surged in revenue, with studios expanding beyond American markets. The industry notes strong imports, new tech in recording, and shifts to global focus, while color use in captions and sound quality influence future productions.
Examination Notice From Audrey School
Fragmentary OCR reads an examination notice dated Thursday about a mind and the intermediate focus. The readable portion mentions the mind and test content, with no clear names or locations to identify.
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