Inquiries Probe Yallourn Fire Role of Agencies
Melbourne court inquiry into a recent Yallourn power station fire examined protective measures and emergency powers. Judge Strecon found no general use of protective valves, questioned the Electricity Commission and Forestry Commission roles, and noted missteps in protection, plant readiness, and coordination. The fire originated near a farm, with blame debated among agencies and local operators.
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Melbourne
Mondey
Yallourn
Strecon
Waltoun
Wren Ing Heenan
Goa
Rayal Commission
Actu
Ina
Vallourn
van Shut
Peter Utes Carthee
Eaporia
Milking Machines Availability Declared by Commons Health
A spokesman at the Health Committee announced limited takeup of new milking machines in Sydney and warns rationing will continue. The delay affects meeting agricultural needs as pork and tractor supplies face strain, with expectations of gradual relief in weeks ahead.
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Sydney
Speokesman
Imembata
Fay
James Ne
Unclear fragmentary archival note on cabinet actions
Fragmentary OCR text appears to reference a cabinet, powers and Commonwealth context with vague wording. No clear events, dates, or named entities are discernible to report a specific item or outcome.
Confession Evidence in Melbourne Death Case Emerges
Police chief testifies Antonio Agostini confessed to killing his wife during a struggle, planned disposal of the body under a culvert, and described the sequence from the fight to placing the body in a bag. He recounts urging not to join a plot, the struggle, and subsequent acts to hide the crime.
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Agostini
Melbourne
Mandy
Antonio Agoetisl
Sarmitte
Hin Vite
Brown
Fey
Mackay
Morgueta
Linde Agustin
Police
Edi
Perera
Albury
Af Eearg Ag
Agoatin
Tao
Agostin
Mur NY
Trurgie
Goatint
Mi Kay
Micky
Italia
Algo
Centallana
Castellano
Albury -Victim Looked Like His Aguatini'as Wife Agostini
Cantellany
Br. MacKay
Agustin
Can
Caytellan
Tor
White
Taatells Bland
Pott
Sydney
Glen Davis Hostel Concessions Near Glen Davis Mine Camp
Miners at Glen Davis hostel face small concessions as the hotel centre in Lithgow adjusts payments to workers. The plan offers 4 pounds per week living standard pay, with extra refunds for days away from the hostelry. Men previously objecting to high board costs accepted the terms as the facility opened February 1.
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Lithgow
Stonday
Glen ‘Davis
Hoxtel
Haale
Glen ‘Davin
Wan
Baycott Hae
Wlics Fehruney
Howtel
Robberies at Rail Stations Reported Near Banksia Way
Two men were seen attempting to break into the teaching times at Banksia railway station this morning. Police were alerted by a conductor as the pair fled toward Tempe station. Missing money and tobacco items valued at a small amount were reported stolen.
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Bydney
Banksia Allway Station
Pir
Nation
Tempe Station
Meat Rations to Consumers Announced for Monday
An official said meat supplies remain adequate to meet demand in the region. Retail butchers cannot guarantee specific cuts at all times due to distribution limits while retailers work to ensure full supplies for consumers.
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Ty Ty Een
Minister Urges More Country Abattoirs
Minister urges expansion of rural abattoirs saying country centres lack modern facilities from a century ago. He argues a larger meat industry could aid wartime needs and suggests extending a slaughtering capacity to more distant areas if feasible.
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Min Fur Agriculture
Lead Poisoning Risks Basis of Extra Wage Claim
In Sydney Arbitration Court, the Electrical Trades Union seeks higher wages over lead poisoning risks in wet battery manufacture. Witnesses, including Stanley Jamen Bayle of Process Works, described mitigating actions such as milk, fruit, and water. A wage rise to 64 an hour was proposed to cover dangers and costs.
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Sydney
Arbitration
Electical Trades Union
Stanley Jamen Bayle
Boyle
Epost Toudy
Dart
Doncaster and Sydney Cup fields declared for April dates
Horses remaining in contention include Moorland Tah War Ringle and Night Beam among others for the Doncaster Handicap on April 6 and the Sydney Cup on April 10. Listed horses show weights and odds with entries from multiple stables. Races feature majors like the Veiled Threat line and a mix of notable runners across the fields.
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Sydney
Anebe
Fheine
Dim
War Ringle
Gane Roy
Firvba
Verwalien
Kumbetl
Nunde Kine
Marcondis
All Boot
Falcon Knight
Babil- Jan
Harpur
Night Beam
Commanvin
Easler
Lamb
Panett
Moorland
Lord Neith
Aik MavArtime
Wellesley
Kaireka
Kahan Knight
al Bont
Cuimboramay
Roger
Dymyon
Fenhowner
Sher
Canberra Hospital Board Protest Over Minister Plan
Canberra community leaders summoned to meet Minister for Health amid rumours of reshaping the hospital board. Government intends to replace elective members with appointees, risking ALP dominance and drawing citizen objections at a Canberra ALP meeting. Board members warned to convey protest to the minister.
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Canberra Comenutalty Woegital Board
Maalth
Ganstor Prameret Partlement House
Mintatera
Monpital Board
Mambery
Wren
Cantera Peaney
Priesten Awaie
Canberra
Speskern
MiNinter
Medw MMI
Nf Ue Hospital Hrurd
Morals Affected Housing Debate At Melbourne Luncheon
A Melbourne luncheon at the Constitutional Club featured speaker Nesta Tangney urging priority on affordable, decent homes for every child. She argued current housing shortages stem from lack of security and stability and called for reforms to ensure safe, affordable housing without delay.
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Melbourne
Fairhith Inn
Bnetiae
Flemington Stock Sale Report Highlights Mixed Quality
At Flemington a sale of 42 765 animals and lambs offered a medium to fair quality mix. Prices ranged with wethers 27s, ewes around 20s, lambs to 37s, hoggets to 25s, prime bullocks about £30, cows to £13 10s, and best beef bulls around £8 7s.
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Sydney
Flemington Suleyarda
Doncaster and Cup Fancies and Marathon Walk News
Numerous race fancies and pace lines for Doncaster and Cup events, naming horses such as Ver varniton Falcon Knight Warlock Maytow and Wellh. Mention of a substantial total stake and paired entries with Vercailien and Warlock. Also reports a six day marathon walk ending in Adelaide with list of participants and horses in related events.
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YANEY
Slonday
Fulcon Kught
Warlock
Vercailien
Tawourttin
Adelaide
Blue Valley
Scratchengs Ajc
Murmuring Bold Melbourne Accusation Sparks Debate
A cryptic note from Melbourne references a cost and conflict involving Joht and Ellen, mentioning 460 gulmenas as a price or sum. The fragment hints at a dispute or commentary with unclear context but centers on pressure or murmuring amid a dispute.
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Melbourne
Ellen
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