Comforts Fund Distributes Parcels to Troops Abroad
The Comforts Fund distributes comforts to troops via Salvation Army representatives in Jerusalem, Alexandria, and Beirut with mobile canteens for forward areas. It donates over 70 percent of overseas funds, not all locally, and covers expenses of honorary commissioners serving without pay.
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Gasa
Syria
Tore
Aen Matruth
Comforts Fund
Salvation Army
VOGA
Rail Workers Seek Exemption from Sydney Service
Fragmented note recounts demand by unionists for exemption from military or service duties, referencing Asere and a plan related to transportation roles. The text remains unclear but implies labor action and concern over compulsory service in Australia.
Boxing Control Measures Placed Under NSW Committee
The Chief Secretary in Sydney appoints a committee to regulate boxing and wagering in New South Wales. The panel includes Police Inspector Gillam, H. Dwyer, J. Wallis, department staff, MT Ander, and Mr. G. Parker, tasked to assess sanitation and report findings.
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Sydney
Mondey
Bedde
New South Wales
Gillam H. Dwyer
Newcastle
J. Wallis
Air Combat Review of Week's Allied Air Activity
London report details air clashes over Britain and occupied Europe with raids on France Denmark Norway and Germany. RAF daily night operations hit aerodromes docks and freight stores while Axis losses include 34 aircraft and German fighters. Spitfires and Hurricanes assigned to roving commissions in France targeting enemy facilities and ships.
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Britain
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Aghtera
France
Holland
Coastal Command
Lorient
Brest
Denmark
le Havre
Attade
Norway
Frisian
Germany
Bremen
Wilhelmshaven
Emsen
Mannheim
Rhineland
Daily, Express
Women urged to wear standardized wartime uniforms
Government will deglamourise women service groups and review their roles in war work. A standardized uniform is planned to be issued without diverting scarce fighting forces supplies. Labour Party members argue many seek uniforms for status rather than service. The review may place women in suitable industrial or semi military positions. Earle Page leaves for England with Australian envoy group sailing to Lisbon.
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Labour Party
WR Earle Page
England
New York
Ble Earle Page
Lisbon
Fruit Deputation Pushes for Continued Acquisition Scheme
Growers from Young Orange Barlow and Griffith pressed Assistant Minister Fraser for a state wide survey and long term policy on fruit acquisition. The minister said Parliament had not received the Apple and Pear Scheme report and could not comment, but supplies of cases and materials would be available for growers and the commission would plan housing and insurance provisions for a growing population.
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Young
Orange
Barlow
Griffith
Fraser
Bouth Wales
Sandie
Eer Tell
Metadee
Deputaton
Parlamentary Committee
State Housing Plan Ready for Parliament Adjourning
The cabinet acts to advance a housing bill promised by Premier McKell in his policy speech. Drafting proceeds with urgency and aims for introduction before Parliament adjourns for Christmas.
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Mr. McKell
Canberra pilot Stephen Rodda killed in training crash
Leading Aircraftman Stephen Hunter Rodda aged 24 from Canberra was killed when the aircraft he was piloting spiraled into a four spin and crashed at Point Cook after takeoff. Rodda, educated in Sydney in June and after training at Somers and Mascot, had been transferred to Point Cook for further training.
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Melbourne
Monda
Stephen Hunter Rodda
Canberra
Pointoak
Roda
Rodda
Sydney
Somers
Mascot
Point Cook
Commonwealth Bank considers board vacancy appointment
Cabinet has not yet officially considered a candidate to fill the pending vacancy on the Commonwealth Bank board created by the retirement next month of Mr Drummond. It is believed at least one of the tentatively considered names may be unable to act and further inquiries will precede a recommendation to Cabinet.
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Commonwealth Bank
Drummond
Eaade
Indigestion and Digestive Remedies in 19th Century Terms
A distorted report discusses digestive distress and nervous symptoms linked to stomach upset. It mentions heartburn, palpitation, sour stomach, and abdominal discomfort. The piece references a product called Indian Root Pillas claimed to aid digestion and secretion, suggesting it weakens the stomach and may lead to weakness.
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Andy Pearse
Australian loan appeal amid wartime subscriptions
Sydney reports the Treasurer announces 73 million pounds subscribed toward a 100 million pound war loan with 90 million from conversions and 22 million in new cash. Prime Minister Curtin and Opposition Leader Fadden appeal for further subscriptions to sustain the struggle against Germany, warning under-subscription would hinder the government’s war effort.
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Chifley
Ncribera
Mamp
Curtin
Fadilden
Chif- Hey
Air Raid Drill to Be Conducted in Canberra
An air raid drill is expected today or tomorrow in Canberra. Mr Frazer, in charge of ARP, will oversee two tests across the city. Tests scheduled at four locations include a power house, high school, girls grammar school, and Alnans. Listeners will be stationed at suburban localities to report outcomes.
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Canberra
Frazer
Alnans
Moscow Fronts Report Cardinals of Battle Amid Severe Weather
The Moscow radio describes fighting along the River Nero near Moscow in terrible weather as Soviet forces launch counter attacks and report German tank losses. Berlin confirms continuing operations despite poor weather and Italian troops hampering Soviet counter attempts near the Donets Basin.
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Moscow
Alovaro Strete
Tha’ Ene
Atta
Berlin
Donets
RAF Destruction in Greece Reported by Telegraph
London dispatch cites Istanbul correspondent noting RAF destruction of stocks at Piraeus with fires raging four days and visible for miles. Harbour damaged by sunken ships as Germans scramble to salvage while lines emphasize extensive disruption in Greece.
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London
Istanbul
Pally Telegraph
Greece
RAF
Piraeus
Mies
Dr Nott Outlines Aide to Russia Medical Unit Plan
Dr L W Nott described in Sydney that if authorized to form a medical unit for Russia he could depart Australia with a full craft. The proposed unit would include 16 doctors with at least two British, 14 foreign, two military officers, 114 other ranks as nursing orderlies and camp staff, four women including 18 to 24 nurses, a Voluntary Aid Detachment, and a chemist. About 10090 letters arrived offering to join, 3000 from women, though only doctor and chemist applications are acknowledged. the Central Aid to Russia Committee in Sydney forwards major aims. He also noted 3000 engineers of the A.C.S. could volunteer for the war duration to support upkeep of the unit in Russia.
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Vhla
Dr. Nott
Eviction of Miner Sydney Protest at Lithgow Mines
Eviction of miner Sydney set for Monday in Lithgow as an order against him takes effect November 10. In protest, all coal mines in the western district will close for a week. Secretary of the Miners Federation Mr Grant says Sumpton lived in the house for over ten years. He notes eviction of miners from homes causes concern and that the union will consider housing options for workers.
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Sydney
Iuiter
Lithgow
The
Miners Federation
Mr. Grant
Sumpton
State Lottery Rydeny Draw Delivers Notable Prizes
Lottery results report the Monday draw with First Prize No 1668 won by Old Coppern Syndicate led by Mia Rutherford, Second Prize No 7049 Just Two attributed to HG Lane, Third Prize No 4781 Birthday indicates Mrs LM Ryan, Fourth Prize No 81670 Back To Front tied to AH Rosch at the police station in Cessnock. Lottery No B08 scheduled for Thursday.
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Firat
Cessnock
Australian Broadcasting audition notices and local ads
Public notices invite studio test auditions by the Australian Broadcasting Commission with accommodation details and dates. Also listed are accommodation vacancies for couples, evening entertainment events, and retail notices for City Frock Salon offerings in Canberra and Sydney, including dress sales and gift items.
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