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Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Jan 18, 1940

Page

3

Growth of the Royal Australian Air Force examined

The article tracks how the Royal Australian Air Force expanded from wartime to peacetime, noting key figures like Major A. H. Petre and Moon Eric Hanrium, early instructors and pupils, the Paint Cooke air base, and the formation of ZL squadrons. It highlights postwar growth, the Severn coast seaplane tests, and the Australia defense program shaping RA expansion.

Asl A. H. Petre Nol Londo Moon Eric Hanriuon RAAI Fist Ate Vico Mirsial R. Willian Air Mores Suoh Suoh Chayavton Au Ite T. W. White Ettilrbe Wiesin Paint Cooke Feauldnot Polat Cooke Tinalau Layette Ashmond New Wales S.J. Goble McInty Malles Amround Atithie

War Industries and Australian Crews in Britain Discussed

London reports outline war industry plans and Australian crews sent to Britain for collaboration with British and French co operatives. Officials emphasize readiness, supply lines, and naval defense while projecting large wartime production and shipbuilding momentum.

Tuscay Dellysty Dawtry London Beitiah Yvith England Tralians Alyoyey Sulyn Sylmond Mr.Chamberlain Lonaur Davby Abe Arava

Canberra Court Gaol for Vagrancy Case Summary

Canberra court yesterday dealt with vagrancy offenses on the coast near the Malongie River. John O'Shea was charged with wandering and lacking visible means of support and sentenced to ten days. A second man, unnamed, faced similar charges after a stop at Canberra and-related parking offenses.

Ganberra Uwe Ciet Yan Orunkene Pawor Hotllé Simston Sargeant Sobitley Bos Galty Inis Motor Yohlcla Canberra Lalle Oaeden Sens

Robert Ewing Prize Applicants and Eligibility Rules

Applications for the Robert Ewing Prize must be filed with the endmaster of the instituting school by February 2. Applicants must be juniors or seniors in good standing and provide a written hand written essay, testimony from the endmaster, and supporting documents. No special form of application is required beyond the school’s prior notice and these documents.

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Fires From Lightning Hit Multiple Areas in Tidbinbiin District

Reported wildfires swept several pine and timber stands near Tidbinbiin on Tuesday after a lightning event. Fire crews responded promptly, with five blazes in distinct locations near Pady’s Thier and Trot Plerdols Creek. habitation districts were warned to stay vigilant. The Maloney White district and Mo ny By area were urged to follow official guidance as crews worked to establish containment and prevent spread toward residential zones.

Pagdy Feil Proparty Tidbinbiin Waa Rst Hays Sgulstones Yoonie Moxostey Alle Tidbin Billta Emery Mo Ny Gnyiporeu Thehrow Harel Fay

Jervis Ray Fiotel Transfer Reported By Court

The transfer of Jervis Ray Fiotel from Ray Aniyaw Slamanl to Lailys Hotel Limited was granted by the Galtuneen Liouisinwr Court on a challenge date by Mr Ryan Ray i. The document notes the Meeney of Lie Muyal Lodge Bole as part of the transfer details.

Meeney Lie Muyal Lodge Bole Jarvie Ray Ray Aniyaw Slamanl Bhnwie Witte Lailys Hotel Limited Galtuneen Liouisinwr Court Yieskerdey Ryan Ray i

Byrd Reports Air Base Built at Little America

Lieutenant Byrd announces arrival of supplies and construction at Little America Antarctic base as crews establish a large camp. The 12 hour shifts set up a substantial camp. scouting and equipment tests proceed for continued exploration and support.

Washington Byrd Erica Ski Hooper Washington Wa

Fragmented text about insurance shares and parties

Fragmented OCR text mentions John Wea, marine officers, property and insurance policies, and a revolver related company. It references General Pinauive, Corporation Limited, and the Scottish Coan and Pianos Company, with money figures and a case context. Details are obscured and uncertain.

Sabatantiinls Wvbite John Wealle Ie Marine Om Howwe Property and Insurance Polletoy Revolucer General Jpinauive Gorpiration Limited Scottiah Coan Ani Pianos Company Athens

Scout Notes reveal troop activities and upcoming trips

The report details Sonny Cont and Hondurschhnepeld youth scouts planning trips and training during an anniversary period. It notes patrols, weekly meetings, gear prep, and a looming competition cup while mentioning Canberra troop updates and affiliations with local groups.

Hondurschhnepeld Weltkeend Bechtmaner Hy. Lawl

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