Malaysia ready to talk in a day
Informants said Indonesians were expected to return to conference table with Bangkok as likely site. Thai and Malaysian officials discussed potential talks amid regional tensions and protests, while opposition figures urged government to seek relief measures and talks with Indonesia.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Malaysia
Bangkok
Neg Halians
Seay Unl
Indonesia
Nevrihy
Fouween
Iminessian
de Subandung
Tar Abdo
Razah
Thailand
Thaisi Khomun Tar Rayah
Rin Ta
Wbayichin
Thal Con Gaia
Victoria mobilizes troops as 90 mile fire rages
A civil emergency was declared as more than 2,000 men battled a vast blaze in East Gippsland. Four townships evacuated and many homes abandoned as 50 mph northerly winds fanned the flames. Farms near Bairnsdale, Heyfield, and surrounds suffered loss while authorities from Puckapunyal, the RAAF, and Red Cross ferried aid to the area amid rising fears of wider damage.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bairnsdale
Heyfieh
Lakes Entrance
Shagey Creek
Mount ‘Taylor
Sarsfield
Munro
East Gippsland
Lee to explain Lee to explain SINGAPORE visit context
Singapore report outlines Mr Lee explaining regional ties during a tour covering New Zealand and Australia. The piece notes expected meetings with leaders and emphasis on South and Southeast Asia cooperation. It highlights aims to foster unity and trade, with focus on political and economic ties.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Singapore
Aberendina
Ivavlee
New Zaaland
Australis
Lee
Austras
Taiwan’s Chen Cheng Retires From Politics and Government
Taiwan’s vice president and longtime power broker Chen Cheng, once heir apparent to Chiang Kai-shek, is reported to be stepping back from politics and government roles. The move signals a shift in Taiwan’s political leadership and policy direction amid regional tensions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cimanc
Taipcu
NAP Remee
Chen Cheng
Taiwan
Chen
Chiung Kai-shek
Maugham Faces Death in Paris Report
A cryptic item notes William Somerset Maugham in Paris amid a deadly incident. The fragment mentions a victim and unclear circumstances, with sparse details about persons involved or the event timeline.
Postmistress affected as office burns in mystery inferno
Fire tore through a post office area during a night blaze causing extensive damage. Officials, including the on scene commander, warned that strong winds and spreading flames posed continued danger while residents and volunteers aided efforts.
Fire threats force firefighting in NSW region amid breakouts
Fire crews battled multiple lines of blaze around the Yarrangobilly and Timvit River junction as winds shift and a deliberate ignition is suspected. Authorities warned power lines and a forestry commission area near Honeys Cheek could be at risk, with crews deploying equipment and awaiting cooler conditions to halt spread.
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Nsw
Yarranuahilly
Nawer
Wales
Jina
Haldwin
Adaminaly
Anid
Ry Mansfield
Ishermen
Senate voting reform in the UK and beyond
The item surveys proposals for reforming Senate voting and notes related political discussions across pages. It references parliamentary correspondents and various notices, including conference calls and constitutional questions, plus sections on life stories and gardening.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jonathan Gaul
Cise Cusses
Senate
Sky light sightings over Goulburn area prompt explanations
Hundreds report glowing sky objects passing over Goulburn and Lithgow streets, seen for about ten seconds. Some witnesses describe red trails and rapid movement as possible atmospheric re-entry phenomena. one resident recalls seeing them move like "serpents" across the night, while another observer speculates a reflecting event.
Two men risk lives to shift deadly gas at Canberra lab
Two workers moved quickly to shift a deadly gas release after a crane struck a collapsible structure at a Canberra laboratory. The men maintained a water stream for two hours to control the spill, and bystanders were kept away as authorities contained the danger.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Canberra
Aineral Veturn
Sydfovensubile
Canberea
Falule
Ray Revers
Infand Laborajaey Guantant
Woodhead
Fiyeren
Canberra Echoes 25 Years Ago Review of Local Events
A Canberra page recalls 25 years past with notes on the Military Board approving five Voluntary Aid Detachments, a joint college offerings list for 1940, and the annual Chamber of Commerce meeting. It mentions roles, memberships, and local business tie ins including L. J. Hooker Limited and Woodgers and Calthorpe Ltd. The report covers civic groups, preliminaries for wartime efforts, and a range of school subjects considered for the 1940 curriculum.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Canberra
Miliary Board
Tet
Campanas
Chanerra Tuners
Fy Jacksons
Voasliters Acds
Manley
Xeevetry
L. P Falcon
Stcretary
L. BD. MacAndrew
W.G. Woodger
Ferapmmy Cnet
Anna Meeling
Crane
L. J. Hooker Limited
Woodgers
Calthorpe Ltd
Tee
Anne Sill
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Pistors
Atalay
Kale Humane
Hefgerie
Feiahurah
University
Wiithor
Ayiet
Iain Nanint Ihiee
Prince Pailin
Nintaysian
Chargei
Fed
Socialist Front
Socialis
Incr
Irlal
Lencia
Creek
Dargo
ATH
Muses
Gippsland
Victoria
RAAF
Tabberybhera
Rainadsle
Sven
Qmeo
Am Lin
Glenmaggie
Heyfield
Tom Point
Brisgoleng
Newry
Ngar Mafra
Brisgolong
Baimnstinle
Bungonia
Paris
Truay
Amaises Maupin
Victinly
Somerset Mawahany
Ijugostia
Pei Gieeonich
Pak Stu
Gnathire
Son
Simvstsy
Lite
Hemant
Ohio
Angela Havelfire
Mawson
Neal
Greenwich Park
Grune
Eries
Shuels of
Tate
le Alia
GRD
Aus
Mlvenews
Sant Iilmetars
Mauuthwat
Ching Munjan
Chaushutry
Adelaide
Conti
Marvlnn
Thomas
Phaye
Cowmtry
Tina
Irsnspor
Anubis
S.A
Anghorny Am Syeich
Menromier
Nir
J. Ketkow
Cenry Cannia
Hamiehs
Dry Ane Wozanel
Lesigny
Lelaure
Racing Guide
Sydney
Criday
N.S.W
Queensland
A.C.T
Twa Goulburn Peripfe
Tern Meier Kee
Lithgow Street
Sal Dexi
Goulburnen
Anene Park
Ainslie
Nberra
Ane
Hema
Hooker
Phalie
L. J. Hooker
Northhouirne Ave
Canberra City
Whane
Conberri
Manuka Minne
Hope
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