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Newspaper

Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Oct 21, 1927

Page

5

Naval battles and legends of the American Revolution

A fragmented account recalls key naval engagements between Britain and America, including Paul Jones’s raid against British convoys, the duel between the ships Bonhomme Richard and Serapis, and the later fight of the Constitution versus the Guerriere. It notes British bravery and American naval prowess, supporting the view that American sea power emerged from these clashes.

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Military Training Protest Over War Effort Constraints

A motion urged the federal government to support military training amid alleged disloyalty claims and wage concerns. The assembly debated military provisions and funding, with proposals for Commonwealth and federal cooperation to ensure manpower and resources.

Namilton Wethowlay Asarmation Catonel Kang Kram Saay Commonwealth

Colac Disaster Kills One and Wounds Four at Quarry

A premature blast at the Colac Weilhealay quarry killed one worker and injured four others. The explosion occurred during loading, with rescuers and medical teams rushing to Cole Hospital. Names of the injured include Thomas and Lawrence among others.

Colac Weilhealay Chumeeane Newena Hoy Thomas Bienavwra Wleall Gunar Lawrance Af Colue Vandition Seplatin Pitip Lawrence Af Cole Suumiel Frank Watlyan Rock Shawn Oi Mane Cole

Radio Religion and the Rise of Radio Churches

An obscure transcription discusses religious radio, noting the spread of "radio churches" and rural preachers expanding reach. It highlights mixed public reception, questions about attendance, and concerns over prejudice and church unity amid broadcasts and congregational growth.

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Record flood toll in Elatmel County remains unclear

A fragmented OCR note reports a local record in Elatmel County, mentioning residents and a funeral but lacks clear names, dates, or a coherent event timeline. The readable bits point to a county event with unidentified individuals and a potential funeral reference amid damaged text.

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