Army Pay Australian Rates Declared
Melbourne reports the Prime Minister announced new pay scales for military forces including the 6th Division with special allowances for dependents. Privates receive enhanced daily pay before and after embarkation, with various rates for sergeants captains majors and generals, plus separation and deployment allowances for airmen and other roles.
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Melbourne
Thurwlsy
My. Menaien
Aly
ALF
Tnt
al Renin
Renin
Armiy
ALE
Risatve
Mambem
Motor Tax And War News From London And Lisbon
A compact review notes motor tax developments, wartime financing and talks, with London discussions on reviving alliance talks and the planning of air service transfers to Lisbon. It mentions the Ministry for Information reforms, censorship staff changes, and a Rome- Lisbon route via Portugal.
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Puton Air Rervices
Qinterdam
Wonaider Ind
Tom Pevery
Ik Trad
Lisbon
Lane Fur
Portugal
Idahan
Alve En Mir Tink
Weat Tullos
Minmotry
Tondon
Man Millan
House of Lords
Ministry For Information
Admnistry
Furnace Explosion Sends Victims to Hospital
A blast at an unspecified facility left one man with injuries and another possibly missing. Both victims were transported to a local hospital for treatment as emergency responders investigated the cause.
Weather report from Canberra with mixed details
Weather заметки show temperatures and conditions with references to rain and heat. The fragment mentions temperatures around 48 degrees and 72 degrees, with unclear phrases about humidity and rainfall. It lacks coherent structure but indicates a daily forecast in a historical newspaper style.
Canberra Reality Calls for Department Overhaul
The piece attacks the Department of the Interior for inept administration in Canberra. It urges reorganizing from top to bottom, establishing city management with a single responsible officer, reallocating duties, and removing officers unable to deliver. Public discontent grows as delays and poor civic understanding persist.
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Sterday
Department of the Interior
Canberra
Department
Public Service Board
Ieir Useloss
Price Control Debate Delayed In Sydney Assembly
Mr Maley challenged the price control bill in the Legislative Assembly stating the state acts as an agent for the Commonwealth. He cited yesterday’s investigation showing traders eager to exploit the policy. In Sydney many firms ration imports like tea cotton and salmon amid clothing shortages.
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Sydney
Maley
Legislative Assembly
Alion
Commonwealth
Mate
Enlistment Calls Issued For Mars Force Applicants
Many applicants are urged to apply for medical examination and enlistment. Forms available at Canberra and Brral Drill Hallace from Lieut. Ord shire engineer Cooma, Mr Gideon Cronkwell, Mr Leonard Moss Vale, or town clerk Bogn Torun. Applications to be sent to Army Recruiting 1M1 eer, Drill Mall, Goulburn.
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Goulburn
Walla
Canberra
Birral
Ls. Ord
Cooma
Gideon
Cronkwell
HA. Leonard
Shire Ecupineer
Moss‘Vale
Bogn Torun
Arma
Drill Mall
Commonwealth government calls for nine wireless inspectors
The Commonwealth Government invites applications for the nine wireless inspector positions in Victoria. The roles offer a salary range of a specified amount.
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Victoria
Maori Battalion Forming in Wellington for Home and Abroad
A special march formation is being discussed as a Maori battalion prepares for service at home or abroad. Details remain limited, with an outline of a meetup and official commission.
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Wellington
Agtvire
Mbroad
Linnie
Defence works contract for Australian searchlight shells
A major defence contract worth 134,080 pounds has been awarded to an Australian Marinurne company for supplying searchlight equipment for anti aircraft shells. Production moves to Australia with England ready to install in the local plant pattern. The Commonwealth Government expects increased output and supplementary production from Britain for its own plants.
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Seton Marinurne Company
Battoriea
Atén
England
Australia
Cavarnmant
Government moves to control prices on services and commodities
Amended national security regulations grant the Commonwealth power to set central prices for services and goods. The Trade and Customs minister said the Commonwealth Prices Commissioner will decide if recent price increases are justified. The report will explore preventing sniping in Australia and potential government risk acceptance. Ferry fares may be regulated under the order, but domestic tax issues remain for state authorities.
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Sydney
Commonwealth
Livwaont
chaAe
Tran
Lawaon
War at Sea German Ship Captured Near Frisian Islands
Time reports a German merchant ship captured by a French submarine near the Frisian Islands. A Swedish iron ore freighter was sunk by a mine near Beckum. German notes warn neutral ships to avoid journeys to the United States and other powers. Contraband cargo valued at 288000 marks, including 38000 tons of ore and phosphates, was seized as the blockade tightens.
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London
Wednessay
Time
Reykjavik
Sweden
Peer Beckum
Germin Mimmer
Kime River
Frisian Islands
Aarnd
Gothenburg
Ugiker
Dee Troyer
Kaliogat
Germany
Finland
Feet
Efrain
Jourchely
Sun
Imag
United States
Denmark
Oarman
Copenhagen
Venus
Vessels for Belgium era Sema Governmer construction notes
A garbled report discusses new merchant ships to sustain trade with Belgium and extend essential services. It mentions submarine campaigns, prices, and government action on harbour, water, and drainage works, with the Prices Commission authorized to set maximum rates and service conditions amid security measures.
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Scandinavia
Wieae
Belgium
Abixina
Acu
Sammeria
Natvice Teeg Ag Ag
Yyghereine
Ncmurm
Faniet
Gas
Tesl
Geek
Faigerags Nowoge
Garbonge Apn
Ps le Aer
Corumvision
Une
German Raider Refuels and Submarine Activity Near Ireland
Reports say a German raider refueled near the liner Columbus and a survivor from a shipwreck at Bantry Bay, Kerry, was landed after 38 hours aboard. Stockholm, Awadiesléamors, and Mercia crews captured in the Baltic are held in Germany. A Swedish battleship and escorts shadow waters. Sweden considers stricter maritime controls as pilot shortages hinder convoy operations.
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Banly Bay
County Kerry
Garman
Marion
Bire Civic Guard
Thubmarine
Stockholm
Awadiesléamors
Valles Virainik
Mercia
Baltic
Germany
Texmar
Benito Selend
Los Angeles
First Aid Classes Reach Full Certificates in Canberra
First Aid classes held at the new Piro Shi Lon by the Canberra Ambulance Service saw all students earn the First Aid Certificate and three others qualify for higher certificates. An examination toward the end of January will enable those who qualified this year to attempt the second certificate, and those with vouchers to the third. A preliminary meeting for forming the Canberra Auxiliary Service is planned at the new Fire Station Forrest on Monday at 7:45.
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Piro Shilon
Canberra Ambulance Service
Ciue
Ttn
Thia
Canberra
Forrest
Industrial Census Returns Mandated for 102 Indunines
A government order requires 102 Indunines to file compulsory manufacturing operation returns. The Tae Apartment at Supply and Pavelour Mantwan ganetten yesterday sets penalties for noncompliance. If some industries miss returns, penalties apply when the number of persons filed falls below the specified minimum.
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Galen
Tae
Supply
Pavelour Mant Wan
Nim
Coventry Explosion Murder Charge in Coventry AmE Case
Three men and two women are jointly charged with the murder of four men and a woman in the Coventry explosion. The promotor alleged they lived in a game house where they manufactured thaw bombs with potash and incendiaries to place on a bicycle wheel. The hearing was adjourned.
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London
Weaneatay
Coventry
Wescoed
Tiom ebush Stock Sales Sydney Market Report
Market from Sydney shows sheep and lambs heavier at Flemington yards with strong inquiry. Buyers sold 48 000 head amid good quality though cattle forward limited post sale with 2 003 head available. prices varied with irregular values and lower quotes overall. Quoted ranges include sheep 18 to 21 shillings, lambs 18 to 28 shillings, beef cattle around 42 shillings per hundredweight, and general quality descriptions noting mid quality around 3 0 shillings.
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Sydney
Lamba
Flemington
Ney
Warners
Inaba
Jewish National Council Appeals for Voluntary War Bonds
The Jewish National Council urges all Jews to volunteer and contribute a portion of their income for defense purposes as a war bond drive. Community leaders emphasize unity and support across regions to strengthen national security efforts.
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Jewish National Council
Cold Storage Provision At Ports Expands Facilities
The report outlines plans to add space for cold storage at ports to maintain quality and prevent deterioration. It discusses the creation of refrigeration facilities and temporary provisions to switch over to enhanced storage, aimed at supporting naval and logistical needs.
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Lee
Sinted
Daina
Beth
Training Camps Agitation Over Liquor Ban
Reports from Viewerla Barracks say officers at Ventthertsrd Camp plan to uphold the liquor ban on all ranks except senior officers. Observers caution that any change would meet firm resistance from senior staff and warrant officers.
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Sydwey
Wade
Viewrla
Defence Council Powers to Accuse Public Officers
A Defence Council member argues the body holds power to accuse public officers over alleged misconduct. The discussion centers on procedure, scope, and potential impact on state and local governance. The debate reflects concerns about accountability and legal process.
Army Commands Promotions for Senior Officers
Military orders announce promotions of senior officers including Colonel Commanding Officer of the Winey District Guéenstaat Clowes from Artillery Staff Corps to Colonel. The appointments are temporary and dated within the current term.
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Ney Real Army
Teora Uf Military
Colone
Ie Winey” Distriot
Guéenstaat
Clowes
Defence Contracts Radio Station at Darwin
Wartime policy priorities reveal defence contracts dominating tender activity with a total of £93,000 for defence works, the largest item at £4,890 for a transport facility, and other nondefence tenders under £2,000. Canberra aims to maintain continuous communications with the Admiralty to monitor key positions and messages.
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Baith
Smvel
Canberra
Guarding Hospital Steps Prompt Government Action in Assembly
A garbled report indicates the government discussed safeguarding hospitals in Sydney during an assembly session. The chief warden and municipal authorities were noted, with attention to wardens on the eastern side and municipal responsibility for structures.
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Thur Delalla
Rman
Tinsan
Bervices
Brumfet
Potter
Munelpantie
Nome
Ian
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