Petrol Consumption Rising as Old Cars Stay on Roads
Historical notes indicate many veteran vehicles remain registered in Australia, boosting petrol use. In 1947 around 20,080 or more vehicles remained, with thousands deregistered but older cars still in service, suggesting sustained or increasing fuel consumption due to aging fleets.
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Australia
Amd
Teraika
Vehicira
Warsattrpie Wits
Aarvice
Prom Linia
Cere
Palatine
Canberra Weather Forecast Adjusts For Weekend
Canberra forecast notes cloudier conditions with showers along the northern front and highlands. Cooler daytime temperatures with a chilly night are expected, and moderate winds may bring light showers over the western districts.
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Wentern
Nouth
Canberra Weather Sunday Report and District Readings
Weather data from Canberra and surrounding districts shows wind directions and speeds, temperatures, and barometric notes. Readings include Crowbwel, Queanbeyan, Bungendore, Caine, Rhinhain, and other towns with numbered figures from the Bowman station.
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Owl
Yann
Queanbeyan
S Bungendore
Caine
Rhinhain
Expression of political opinion debate dominates referendum
A Canberra Times analysis argues against restricting campaign expression during elections. It notes Labour’s newspaper support, government funding in the 17 point referendum, and urges that voters decide at the ballot box rather than through new limits on press or broadcast space.
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Raferenturty
Oregon costs to be lower
Prices in Oregon are set to drop starting today as announced by the Peleen Commission. The reductions apply to merchandise from August through April, reflecting lower unrest costs and adjustments in billing.
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Oregon
Peleen Commission
Pricen
Gregan
Television Centre project in Britain outlined by BBC
A plan to build a television centre in London is outlined by the British corporation along with multiple television and FM station expansions across Britain. The BBC report notes total revenue of 92 million pounds for the year ending March 31 and a shift back to prewar funding methods via government grants and payments linked to publications.
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Britain
Luntang House
Xniuxl
Diadowen
Touring Snow Balls at Mt Franklin Delay Canberra Event
A fragmented report notes a snow ball event at Mt Franklin encountered delays due to a party that faltered when a builder was reported out of action. Temperatures fell to 4.8 degrees as Sunday plans unraveled and more than two baskets were referenced in the fading text.
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Canberra
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Motor Transport in Australia
A fragmented article notes Australia has about one vehicle for every two people with 1,908,734 registered motor vehicles and 984,000 motor and commercial vehicles. It cites 83,000 motor cycles and 97,000 total motor vehicles against dwelling ratios, comparing to Britain and the United States, and mentions a total value around 35,040,900 pounds.
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Australia
Commonwealth
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Yeyden
Tive Ryinote
DSA
Mitor Wenicies Otal
Britain
Two Years Gaol for False Pretences in Sydney
In Sydney on Monday Judge Markel sentenced William to two years in gaol for false pretences. Nell George Askson, 37, Vernon Brrest, and Elo Marin Gower faced charges of obtaining 400 from a rural bank by deceit and were sentenced to nine months, with other remarks from the court noting the perpetrators’ awareness of their acts and the bank’s loan practices.
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Bonds Junction
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Wae
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No clear event name in Sydney note
Fragmentary Sydney report mentions Neely and a review before Wednesday. No concrete facts, names, or places beyond Sydney and Neely to anchor a full card.
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I Roar
Wheat compulsion case sets big claim on crop sale
In a high court judgment Justice Witla presided over a wheat compulsion case claiming millions in value from harvests. Justice Tiern upheld Webb's position that the wheat sale defaulted to the state and questioned appeal prospects. The court noted 80 million bushels involved and potential further action by parties.
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Savings deposits rise in Australian banks end April
Australia’s savings deposits rose to a record high by end April with a 489000 increase to about 640 million. The Federal Bureau reported total deposits, certificates outstanding and other savings instruments showing gains across the board, including a rise in saving certificates to roughly 463 million.
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Australia
Federal Bureau of StatinLice
Aph Savings Deposita
Britain’s Big Air Display Features 12 Aircraft
At Fare Soeough, Brum Bap, an annual airshow will showcase 12 aircraft including British and foreign types. Demonstrations will travel daily except Friday with 70 000 expected crowds. Technicians and engineers will inspect stands and meet manufacturers during the display period.
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Rebiht
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Ube Manufacturera
Patrick Ready for Fight on Wednesday
Patrick prepares for a midweek bout with his camp noting recent quiet days and a focus on training. McConnell has arranged a strenuous Stones-style session while the team hosts upcoming events.
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Patrick
States To Confer On Price Control After Referendum Defeat
The report notes that states are to confer on price control following the defeat of a federal referendum. It suggests the Commonwealth powers ending year, with price oversight to revert to states and a plan for uniform control across Victorian and other state governments. Counting results indicate a No majority on the referendum.
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Landay
Paris
Berald
Australia
Wowk
Yna K.auf
Retirement of Dr Walduck at Canberra Wesley Church
The Canberra Wesley Church gathers for a farewell service honoring Rev Dr Walduck on retirement after decades of ministry. Clergy and congregations from several churches express praise for his long service, spiritual leadership, and friendships across Canberra, with notes of gratitude from Rev H Stanley and others.
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Fee
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Waldock
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Commonwealth May Set Deadline For Transfer of Powers
The Commonwealth Government may set a deadline for transferring powers as it weighs cabinet consideration of price control responsibilities after the Defence Transitional Act expires. A possible date could be December 1, with plans for a national price regulation framework and a central secretariat to coordinate policies. The referendum outcome will determine the pace and scope of the transfer and the adoption of standard regulations across states.
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Authoritex
Firemen battled small blaze at Davie Bann Ltd site
Reported fire at a small Davie Bann Ltd facility near Maweickvilin was extinguished by local fire brigades after a brief flare up. No injuries or structural collapse noted. damage described as limited to the storage area.
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Ube
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Furth Smtbreni
Falling Tree Kills Man in Cumford District
A headline reports a man killed by a falling tree in Cumford District this morning. Details are garbled with OCR errors but indicate a fatal timber accident near Pacihe Highway and Lisarow with local authorities investigating the incident.
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Donald BiaibecniPwangle
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Aigull
Investigation into Ward Dent Death By Local Police
A fragmented report states an investigation will be conducted into a death linked to Ward Dent. Police will proceed after inquiries by local authorities and the department. The notice names individuals and locations, but details remain unclear due to damaged text.
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Momiay
Manley
Hickson Yardy
Keston
Hick
BMA Ends Boycott On Its Own Terms Amid Health Crisis
Amid government medical policy disputes, the British Medical Association signals a conditional end to its boycott. Officials argue public health access hinges on government action, with doctors protesting private practice controls and uneven medicine distribution during a tense standoff.
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B.M.A
Canberra Doctors Clash Over Free Prescriptions
Fragmented report details doctors in Canberra resisting co operation on free premedication and government funded prescriptions. The piece mentions the BMA stance in Sydney and a covert aide’s remarks about medical access, with references to government policy and potential changes affecting patient care.
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Sydney
Aracharva
Toediianes
Hecauke
No Docking Miners Wages Confrontation Report
Fragmented text from a Sydney press item describes tension over miners wages and authorities weighing actions. It mentions Mr Gallagher and a nighttime setting with miners near morta or morta cil area, and references uncertainties about firings or penalties.
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Mma
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Thahiat
Threatened coal stoppage averted after council action
A disrupted plan to halt coal deliveries was averted as officials debated a variation in a timetabled action. The Southern district council will train staff and convene an early hearing, while a state secretary urged rapid resolution and canal coal authorities weigh the request.
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Ryunay
Moniay
Ammoniatien
Mtr
He Willan Wu
Trauin
Hanks
Jerry Mandering Time and Irish Frontiers Depicted
Fragmented OCR text describes political tensions involving Jerry mandates, Irish frontiers, and a figure named de Valor. Mentions of Prime de Valar, opposition, and a planned event on January 21 suggest a political notice about international influence and independence struggles.
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Jerry-Mandering
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