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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Jan 22, 1941
Page
5
Fragmented text mentions offensive lines and a stream with unclear context. Several garbled names and terms appear, including references to months and locations, but the overall meaning is unreadable. No coherent event or person details are discernible.
A terse, partial excerpt references Frederick Stewart and housing concerns tied to wartime wages. The text indicates ongoing struggles with money, living conditions, and national duty, but leaves details unreadable.
The page lists various trial items and court proceedings at Shoreham with references to the Navy Kevior and other figures. Elements include meetings, dates, and names such as Graeme and Graeme ee oan hung Faiielty tis.
The film depicts thousands of prisoners from the Trallan army walking the same route from Bardia. The captives are described as well conditioned and well equipped and stream out with relief at being out of the war. The scene features artillery barrages and the advancing troops.
The Can Te Society and Burns Club plan the Burns anniversary next Saturday with an 8 p.m. meeting at the Burns Memorial. Rev H Harregan will deliver an oration and a musical program will be performed by the Pipe Band. Lt Colonel Hodgeon will propose a toast at the amory, and a musical programme is arranged by Bruce and Donald and members.
A London officer outlined how the British Army is being trained for aggressive action against Germany. He described marching 30 miles with full loads, then 16 to 20 more, plus drill, cross country, climbing, endurance without food or sleep, and a rigid discipline promising defense and offense. He pledged the forces would carry out their mission despite bombs and ruined homes.
In Sydney on Tuesday, a court heard statements from defendants including William Loyd HM Allenby and David Buchanan 23. Henry Raymond testified that the line It was paid by Christ that the lambs are led to the slaughter applied to his case, reflecting a religious framing during evidence.
The page lists multiple races with winners such as WELCOME NEWS and JOHN MAC, detailing divisions, horses like PANDEMIC and LADY CEREALIA, payouts, bets, times, and margins. It notes divisions, handicaps, and jockeys, including M. McCarten and J. Thomson, across events in Lilburn, Chicago, and surrounding tracks.
A letter signed "Eire" to the Minister for Aircraft Production describes witnessing German bombing in a British city. The writer, moved by civilian bravery, encloses a £1 note as a tribute and expresses belief that Britain will achieve victory.
Ajax the famed Australian turf horse will end race years due to soreness after a preparation phase. He will stand at stud this season with AS joint owners meeting by phone to discuss plans. The horse may be auctioned in Autumn under the will of late owner E L Bailleau.
Mrs. L Robinson of Maroubra New South Wales reports in a letter that Dr Morse’s Indian Root Pills help lift her spirits and energy when she feels off color or liverish. She praises their quick pick me up and notes friends recommended them.
Tenders invited for renovations to residences and buildings including Gun Park Men’s Barracks Straw Bern Forage Barn and Blacksmith’s Forge with external painting. Specifications at Works Branch Department of the Interior Canberra. Tenders to Secretary, Department of the Interior Canberra. No tender guaranteed. Lost Bryereld and Civic Centre reward. Accommodation vacant and rental notices for Civic areas.
A warning under the authority of the Minister for Justice and the Chief Secretary cautions Lithgow workers about potential thirst after early closing hours. The notice notes concerns over access to drink after work and the timing of closing.
Army captain Sydney, a leader in the wealth mumany Sorons, aged 28, was arrested today. He allegedly accepted money from two men to influence official duties, with charges filed at Central Police Station.
The Darwin Hotel faced thefts involving beer consignments. The hotel reported losses amounting to 134 cases of beer, with per consign ment value around £150 in materials stolen across incidents.
The 1940/41 wheat crop in New South Wales totals about 24.6 million bushels, the smallest since 1919/20. The government statistician notes an average of 5.6 bushels per acre, ending a decade of yields above 13 bushels per acre.
A man was detained near Swan Hill for interrogation in connection with a poisoned girl murder case. The detainee’s identity and full details remain unclear as authorities continue the investigation.
The Canberra Male Choir reports a wage notice under the Industrial Boards Awards effective February 1. Adult male workers receive a 1 shilling weekly raise, while female and youth rates rise by ninepence and sixpence weekly respectively, per the Canberran index 41887. F. C. Keane signs as secretary. page references Canberra community hospital section.
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