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Big Theft by Stolen Car Gang Reported
A motor gang, four men and two women, burgled the residence of Marion Wilson in Wipperedon and stole jewels valued at £18,000 with an additional £2,000 in cash. The burglars likely used a stolen car and cut telephony wires to aid the break in.
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Weather forecast for Australian regions with scattered showers
General forecast reports noon observations for New South Wales Canberra Victoria Tasmania and coastal and inland areas. Indicates cloudy periods scattered showers cool to moderate temperatures southerly to westerly winds and occasional thunder in parts with warm inland conditions and winds veering eastward.
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Weather synopsis across districts reports cloudy conditions and light rain
The forecast notes across New South Wales Tasmania Queensland and Western Australia show mostly cloudy to overcast skies with scattered showers in some southern coastal areas. Winds shift from south to southeast in places with varying strength and some light rain near coastal zones and in Tasmania.
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Rainfall Totals Across Australian Regions Report
Rainfall figures list totals from Victoria to Western Australia with many towns showing varying inches. Highlights include Mackay 275 and Bowen 3870 inches, while other centers report smaller amounts such as Port Macquarie 10 and Grafton 13.
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Case Dropped in Capetown Lottery Hearing
Police prosecutor says appeal in reporter Lowe's case will not be heard. Lowe refused to reveal lottery participants, counsel notes no offence and Crown will not proceed. Reform of the case ends unexpectedly.
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Battleships Abolished Sentom Dominions Conferenced
Britain discussed naval policy at No 10 with Dominions delegates and foreign journalists. The government signaled possible moves toward abolishing battleships and expanding submarine forces, while parity between powers remained unsettled.
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Wireless radios proposed for coalfield police patrols
A plan to fit coal mines with wireless devices to link police patrols and ensure rapid communication amid miner settlements. The proposal would divide the fleet between Phot Bet and Cessnock, enabling faster calls for assistance and better coordination on the South Muitfermd field.
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Chichester Arrives in Karachi Flight From Sharbar
W New Zealand airman Chichester arrives in Karachi after a flight from Sharbar and proceeds on to Calcutta.
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Coal Stocks Low in Sydney Amid Rail Delays
Coal stocks in Sydney are reported low due to railway trouble on the northern line. The North Shore Gow Company reportedly holds only a fortnight’s supply while the railway department believes they have about a month’s worth. Australian Gas Light Co officials declined to comment.
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Canberra Lessees Demand Housing Finance Amidst Leasehold Disparities
The text argues Canberra lessees face unequal access to housing finance compared with freehold areas. It criticizes the government for halting housing advances and failing to sustain schemes via the Commonwealth Bank, noting prior overdraft and 60 percent valuation schemes that ended with the housing program. It urges the government to uphold leasehold protections and ensure viable finance for residents and public servants to build or sell homes.
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Admiralty Disagrees on Battleship Plans Under Washington Pact
The Dominion stance on naval policy remains unclear as experts debate the value of battleships. The Admiralty supports continuing construction within the Washington treaty period, planning multiple ships through 1930s while applying Lord Fisher’s advice to pace and scrapping.
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Opinion on Abolition of Battleships Sparks Debate
Washington correspondent notes Mr Maconald supports abolishing battleships, seen as reaction to British press and labour calls to end big naval ships. Consideration hinges on US and Japan stance, with few chances of adoption similar to submarine abolition proposals.
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Western Mines Endorse Withdrawal Support From Lithgow
Mr Atkin general secretary of the Engine Price and Firemen’s Association said Western Mines endorsed colleagues withdrawing from the mines. They will give their utmost support to Perth members in any move they might undertake.
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Kingston Markets Established for Local Exchange
Markets will open today in Kingston to connect local producers with consumers. Premises at the File oof honewton will host stalls for wood, dairy, poultry, and seeds, enabling direct sales and wholesale dispatch through the market.
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The Red Knight Story of Last Flight
A story about the German ace Richthofen in The Red Knight of Germany book raises questions on his death. It claims a public account of a fatal aerial duel over England with Captain Brown and Lieutenant W. BR. Muay among rescuers and other airmen in a dramatic, contested battle.
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Second Labour Defense Battalion Formed Amid Clash
A second battalion of the labour defence army was to be formed today. Yesterday’s baton charges prompted a change of plan. Miners have been ordered to avoid confrontation with the police pending ranks and a conference in Newcastle tomorrow.
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High Court Reserves Judgment in Interin Cous Award Case
Meelhouvrse court sat Thursday to hear arguments testing the validity of Judge Deeby's award. The High Court reserved judgment after proceedings.
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Wool industry report urges production reform to cut costs
Mr W R Patton surveys Commonwealth wool trade conditions and warns price falls require reduced production costs or productivity changes. He sees no justification for current pessimism and notes postwar prosperity hinges on changes to lower landed costs, with productivity gains from research despite inflation and adverse conditions.
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Reduced Tariffs Sought by Graziers Association
The Grariern' Association general council with 40 delegates urged federal action to slash tariffs to lower living costs. They called for a drangle reduction and asked the government to fund starving stock at 10 shillings per truck.
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British Navy Conference Calls for Naval Reduction
Former First Lord of the Admiralty Mec Bridgeman spoke to the Navy League urging a realistic naval conference. He warned Britain risks empire and trade stability if no agreement is reached and noted Ireland and Geneva as historical benchmarks.
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Japanese Delegates Lay Wreath at Cenotaph in London
In London on a Wednesday the Japanese delegates to the naval conference placed a wreath at the Cenotaph bowing low as a mark of respect.
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Post Office Refusal Shapes Cheverford Communications Policy
The Daily Eapresa reports a policy clash between the British Post Office and a communications company over a Morpire whitelist and a large lobby station. The Australian Drene Association notes that testing with Tugly station seeks cheaper wind alternatives to improve telephony experiments.
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State Subsidy for Blowfly Remedy Debate Narrows Choices
The Gragiers' Association met with the Bieck Owners' Association of South Australia to seek state support for a subsidy to fund blowfly eradication. Spokesman Tos urged varied methods, noting treatments successful in one district may not work in others as the issue of blowfly control is debated.
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Broadcasting Interests Inquiry Opens in Melbourne
The Commonwealth Parliament's Public Accounts Committee this Thursday began hearings on claims by Australian broadcasting companies against the government. Claims center on compensation tied to renewal of their tenures and lost profits, with emphasis on smaller operators facing reduced potential capital.
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Auditor General Doubts on Transfer in Canberra Row
In a strained exchange in Canberra the Auditor General and the Minister for Home Affairs questioned a government transfer. Mr Cruttney’s stance and the Crown’s position drew doubts as to the involvement of the veanateeres amid shifts in oversight.
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