Twelve Rescue in Sydney Narrow Escape Fire Tragedy
Twelve people were rescued from upper floors of a Sydney building after a blaze trapped occupants on several levels. Firefighters battled flames and smoke while civilians helped others down stairs, with several women and girls affected by smoke and a collapse on the fourth floor. Deputy Chief Officer Beare led the rescue as other crews cleared the site.
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Sydney
Birsel
Winust
Nike
Beare
Secrets for Next War New Weapons to Counter Air Menace
The article discusses alleged advances in anti aircraft warfare with new devices and tactics. It cites a Venetian origin, German and Austrian details, and notes balloons with wires forming a defensive mesh to crash invading aircraft. It warns of secret weapons and sensational maps aiming to distract public attention while true advances remain guarded.
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Guardians Prater
Lotine
Naverthelous
Evan i
Gumevind
Lang Yun
Invisible dust weapon to foil raiding planes explained
An excerpt describes a proposed use of fine metallic dust as an airborne barrier against enemy aircraft. The concept relies on micro particles suspended in the air to form a curtain that could slow or stop planes, with notes on particle shape and density. It mentions corundum and microuscles and references a 1980s interview about related experiments and claims.
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Baldwin
House of Commons
Tip
Masi
Explosion in Melbourne Area Strands Workers
A chaotic incident in Melbourne involves workers near a construction site. The blast forces clothing off and leaves several men injured as crews frantically respond. Readings suggest a cylinder and welding work were involved, with authorities investigating the cause and scope of damage.
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Melbourne
Wilsemanyi
Elror
Wrst
Sania Serene
Poe
Early Retirements Move to Find Work for Youth
A fragment notes a parliament debate on youth employment and retirement aims. It mentions Mr oF. A Lloyd and MILA related to urging action to shelter workers from hardship and to employ younger people by encouraging retirement of senior officials.
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Rydney
Wedneslay
A Lloyd
Mila
Wage Case Hearing in Melbourne Court
The Commonwealth Adjudication Court heard today an application regarding wages for women. Chief Judge Dothridge questioned whether the court could consider the wage issue under the strict rules, and Judge Detinridge remarked that they would not complicate the matter by involving inferior mayoral authority.
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Melbourne
Weancatthy
Commonwealt
Adhwcation Court
Dothridge
Detinridge
Cairns to Burketown service proposed with subsidy aim
The Cairns Normanton Melbourne route plans a 10 mile west extension to Burketown in collaboration with North Queensland Airways. The Acting Defence Minister Mr Thorby stated the move would cut a three day service car journey to about one hour, seeking a Commonwealth subsidy.
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Melbourne
North Queeesland Airways Pty. Ltd
Cairns-Normanton
Burketown
Thorby
Invisible smoke weapon shocks early defense talks
A London interview discusses a new invisible smoke barrier and its potential to shield inland targets. Experts debate its feasibility, mechanisms, and risks, noting trials could influence future air warfare and engine protection strategies.
Aircraft Factory Elbquane Ends Year Plan
A garbled wartime era note indicates the AIRCRAFT FACTORY ELBQUANE plans a new production line by year end. The fragment mentions Phyllite end factory and a Fishermans cat Wil, suggesting logistics or codename shifts, with unconfirmed start dates and unclear location.
Trial of two men for death by car in Newtown
At the conclusion of the inquest into the death of Ernest Hewitt 46 of Newtown who was struck down and killed by a car on April 18 the City Coroner committed Kugi Tou and Thomas Fig to trial on a charge of normalaughter. The coroner said the accident was a work of criminal negligence.
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Aydney
Wedivsing
Ernest Hewitt
Newtown
Kugi Tou
Thomas Fig
Jomalaughter
Insurance Scheme National Health Tax Involved
A Sydney report notes confusion over a proposed national health insurance plan and a national health tax. Mr Blevene said he believed the proposal aimed only at a national health insurance act, while an official indicated broader scope.
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Sylney, Wemesday
Premien
Blevene
Cabinet Abandons Taxation Appeal Board Plan
The cabinet announced that due to state opposition it would drop the proposal to create a Taxation Appeal Board. The move signals a halt to the proposed body and confirms no immediate plan to revisit the issue.
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Melbourne
Growth of Pastime in England Squash Gains Popularity
Squash racquets win twitter popularity as a new athletic craze since the war. Once there were few courts, now thousands exist across the country with tens of thousands of players. Major court builders report 200 courts in London and about 2000 others nationwide, with an estimated public value around £100,000 and roughly 100,000 players.
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Endoven
Laqoon
London
Yulic
Miner Killed at Zine Corporation Mine in Accident
Reginald John Sand, age 31, a miner at Zine Corporation Mine, was electrocuted after coming into contact with a live wire. The incident occurred on Wednesday at Broken Hill.
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Broken Hill
Reginald John Sand
Je Alepped
Zine Corporation
MR and Putnam at San Juan
Mrs Ardolta Barthert Fyteam plans a world flight looping San Juan as part of a West End travel feature. The local page notes Turaday departure and anticipated routes with emphasis on adventurous aviation coverage.
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Mr& Putnam AT
San Juan
New York
Turaday
Ardolta Barthert Fyteam
West Endius
Dr Morse's Indian Root Pills Endorsement Note
A Milton Gloucs reader Mrs Moodie praises Dr Morse's Indian Root Pills, claiming they keep her youthful and bright and recommending the remedy for general wellbeing. The fragment references Park View Street and expresses continued use and satisfaction with the product.
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DR. Morse
BA Moodie
Park View Street
Milton
Welteas
Painter’s Dust Causes Marks on Light Painted Doors
A reader notes continual wood dust mixes with light paint, leaving marks on doors and wainscoting. The description traces how dust affects the painter’s prior work and the resulting surface flaws on painted wood.
Public notice on estate accounts and distribution in Canberra area
Department of the Interior notice regarding estate accounts and distribution plans filed with the Supreme Court of the Australian Capital Territory. Details include schedules of accounts, payment claims, and public inspection periods. Dates and locations for related proceedings and payments are provided, with notices to interested parties to appear if they wish to contest or observe.
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Ucesn
Canwand & Wal
Supreme Conr
Afleo
NEPTA
Limisator
Pal Bitreet
Sydney
Grasiers Meeting At St Gregorys Church Queanbeyan
A meeting of the Grasiers Association will be hosted at St Gregorys Church front in Queanbeyan on Enthrday. Mr FF Rowton will represent AGniniey Tate with details of interest to members. Events include remarks by Tr Woodgir and Laven oonetany WHE Tiny, with sessions scheduled through the day.
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Carmodus
Seerste
A. Mioneral
Grasiers Association
St. Gregory's
Queanbeyen
Enthrday
FF Rowton
Gniniey Tate
Everly Nuldeoin
Tr. Woodgir
Laven Oonetany
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