SINO JAPANESE WAR DARKEST HOURS PASSED
London reports the Chinese ambassador cites China as ready for continued resistance. He states China has 400000 troops in training, with one third to be used in occupied areas for positional warfare and intensified guerilla actions. Accusations emerge of drug trafficking involving officials in occupied China. British dispatch notes renewed offensive near Hamkun and near the Chinese base at Tanoyang.
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Royal coffin moved to St George's Chapel
London reports the royal coffin of King Winduar transferred to St George's Chapel in Windsor. The ceremony marks the first monarch burial in the nave, with mourners and royal officials present as the coffin is moved through Westminster Abbey.
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Palestine Talks Informal Conference With Jews
London reports an informal Palestine Conference talks with the Colonial Secretary Malcolm MacDonald to discuss rejections of the British plan. On the Syrian border Arab Legion forces clashed with Arabs, rescuing a British forester. a Jewish farm family was attacked, mother and son killed, a year old child abducted and stabbed to death during pursuit. The Jewish National Council warned it would withdraw cooperation with the British if Palestine becomes an independent state, rejecting minority status for Jews.
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Noojee Water System Would Have Saved Town
Andrew Ben alack testified at the Cash Firen Com tasion that Noojee could have been saved by clearing the area near the lawn and providing water supply. He said forestry officers gave only nominal stat and claimed no more money could be spared.
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Burrinjuck Dam Repairs Urgency Highlighted in Assembly
The Acting Minister urged rapid Burrinjuck Dam improvements and repairs after expert review. The project, estimated at 11.88 million pounds, was presented as essential to reduce extreme flood risks and secure future storage. Member Mr Reid supported accelerating the works to validate ongoing dam safety efforts.
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Duke of Kent Congratulates Australia at British Fair
The Duke of Kent cabled Governor General Lord Gowrie congratulating Australia on a vivid and beautiful representation of the Commonwealth at the British Industries Fair. He expressed keen interest in the Australian exhibit and its display at the event.
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Morcombe Breaks Two Records At Canberra Swimming Carnival
JOAN MORCOMBE set junior and senior backstroke records at the Canberra Swimming Pool last night during the Canberra Club carnival. She also helped set a new 139 yards relay time, while Eastlake, Amalin, Acton and Manuka competed in the Footballers’ Relay. Multiple heats produced fast times, with final results and a range of under 12 and senior events featuring Morcombe and other swimmers.
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Readers' Views on Canberra Women National Service Plan
Editor explains a Canberra meeting on organizing Territory women for national service. Colonel Goodwin chairs as discussion touches Red Cross Emergency Service, Victoria League involvement, and Lady Gowrie support. Red Cross proposed as framework to utilize resources, expand roles, and cover emergencies with women in place of men when needed.
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Australia Favored To Win Davis Cup Says Perry
New York report quotes Fred Perry asserting Australia will win the Davis Cup. He predicts Budge will not have a standout match and cites five near equal rivals Bromwich Von Cramm Wzy3 Austin and Yaatagiabl as threats ahead of the March 10 clash.
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Gaol For Silence Man Refuses To Disclose Helper
Reginald Joseph Dower, a farmer from Coomboorch near Gympie, was jailed today for persistently refusing to reveal the name of a woman who lent him money. He will stay in gaol until he answers or the court releases him. The incident related to a bankrupt cane case of Mrs Amy Elizabeth Summer of Coomboarth. Dower claimed a man named Thomas Watts could testify but he refused to name the lender, citing honour and secrecy.
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British Army Estimates Increase Strength to 180700
In London officials provide figures showing the maximum strength of the British Army as 180,700. The estimate appears in wartime briefings with emphasis on manpower levels and calling attention to the term Seaapesd in the context of defense planning.
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