Australian Economy: Government Resolve Against Depression
A historical forecast argues that downturns stem from government indecision and not banks. It asserts Australia can avert unemployment through planned public works worth 33.9 million, maintaining high demand and internal prosperity. Confidence hinges on national resolve to face external shocks with courage and work.
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Australis
Austresiae
Australie
Australia
Chicago
Bradford
de Weil
Conference on Japan peace treaty concludes talks
At a British Commonwealth conference, delegates discuss the Japan peace treaty after a secret session. A supervisory commission including Pakistan would oversee key imports and production, with goals to resume normal relations and restore property to Japanese nationals.
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Japan
Cairo
Ain
Bydney
Pagan
Pin Vara Anirea
Pakistan
Marrickville
Herbert Beith
Marfareaa
Une Irtctville
Tapan
Gergen
Swan
Atricway
Walt
Fire at Piccadilly Arcade Sparks Malicious Attempt
Fragmentary report from Sydney describes a fire at Piccadilly Arcade involving two heaps of rubbish set alight in a public area. Locals and a crowd of dancers gathered as firefighters attended the blaze and a caretaker reported a confrontation amid the alarm.
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Sydney
Piccadilly Arcade
Sinem
Sion
War tests Riversiders in Loomwoah West Bundey
An obscure war item notes the Riversiders facing a Loomwoah West Bundey test. It mentions Morrie Grange, a former Victorian Inter- Wales representative, in vague context.
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West Bundey
Morrie Grange
SaiTr RODE TWO ' t AND SECOND SaiTr RODE TWO ' t AND SECOND
Noon, sent a Bie Maden which he lifted. name in Ue Laat wiride to min by short hem cae ate.
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aNoon
Intruder Loses Nerve During Home Invasion
An armed intruder fled after a householder confronted him inside a Wakpon house. The assailant demanded money, leapt from a window, and escaped with nerves frayed as Mr. Dornan replied there was no money. The incident occurred Monday in Sydney.
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Sydney
Wakpon
Walt
Mr. Dornan
Railway men to make nation wide wages claim
Melbourne Sunday reports agitation among Australian railway workers amid fear of the ARA counter efforts. Proposals to oppose wage cuts have sparked action as unions plan nationwide pressure to secure higher pay.
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Melbourne
A.R.A
Enée
Quist Wine and Blood Service Vows in Brief
News in brief items report Quist wine result in a champion match, blood service vans in Melbourne rights of way, intercity freight talks, ACTU executive adjournment, Sir Connolly reelected Lord Mayor Melbourne, and Olympic Games support plans following state actions.
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Siwglee Stoney
Adrian Guist
W. Edwards
Sydney
Sir Connelly
Melbourne
Stonday
Conneily
Malbourne
Osouaton
Unclear historic figures attend British Commonwealth function
An odd OCR fragment describes Vice Regal Thott Mxedjeucion and Governor General and Mrs W. Jo Mechell attending a British Commonwealth function in the afternoon at Stowe. The text is garbled with several misread names and places, leaving only a vague sense of a formal social event.
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Thott Mxedjeucion
Une
End Mra
W. Jo Mechell
Det
Ince
Inia
Emetnanest Stowe
Anberras Pues
Rotary Governor Visits Canberra
District Governor Jumtun of ens cautle won the seat of honour at a Rotary Club of Canberra meeting at Wartone House. President Dr. McGovern welcomed the Governor and thanked him for his visit. Tully the value of the club’s work was highlighted and all members urged to participate in Rotary’s aims.
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Distriet
Jumtun
Ens Cautle
Rotary Club of
Canberra
Warton House
Ome
Dr. McGovern
Hotarian
Vinit Gavarnot
Uie Activi
Olary
Gift of Wool Scarves to Scouts at World Jamboree
The International Wool Secretariat provided 130 pure wool scarves to French and Girl Guides delegates at the World Jamboree. The scarves were handwoven and finished, presented during a reception organized by German secretary d’Ozouville. Delegates from Tanglin, Dominion countries, and other guests attended.
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International
International Jambeater
Gutaide Pa
Rilain
Mownile
Guido
d’Ozouville
Oréaniae
Sid Laleseat Anu
Herbert Sartoria
Ceca Ein Oe
Eid
le Pertole
Ane Bes
Avery
Canberra plans to check erosion amid drought and floods
Canberra forecast reports state plans to monitor and curb erosion across eastern divisions as rainfall remains variable. Officials say irrigation and water conservation measures will be coordinated to protect catchments, with efforts concentrating on slopes and vulnerable areas. The forecast notes cool, unsettled conditions with possible rain developing later in the week.
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Cain
Fomeart
Sydney
Gulgorg
Latiniater
Wordnet
Netina
Lend Irrigation Commission
Arras Croaton
Canberra Weather Brief Teases Readings
Weather notes from Canberra report a fair morning with a 30.442 inch barometer and temperatures rising through the day. Winds shift from light afternoon breezes to stronger overnight gusts, with minimums near dawn and details ending abruptly in scattered figures.
Britain to Expand Millions for Colonial Development
London reports that the Colonial Under-Secretary, Mr. Ivor Thomas, announced plans to devote millions over the next ten years to develop colonial resources. He cited past British investments in foreign countries and insisted value from colonies would justify continued funding.
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London
Ivor Thomas
Britain
Sydney Fire Causes Massive Damages in Week
A large Sydney blaze yesterday inflicted about £120,000 in damages and threatened machinery valued at £70,000. Fire brigades from eight city districts battled the flames for two hours before gaining control. The blaze is believed to have started in paper storage, with no injuries reported.
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Sydney
Atteetson
Isclads
Customs Revenue Expands Across Regions in Two Months
A large rise in customs and excise revenue is reported for the two months, totaling 18,370,087, compared with 15,860,000 for the same period last year. The breakdown lists figures for each bracket and state, including Victoria, South Australia, Western Australia, Tasmania, and New South Wales, with varying sums and currency used.
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Joe
Iowa Nsw
Victoria
Tor
South Australie
West Australie
Tasmania
Rorth- Sr Tyrwory
Act
Becred Three Times President Re elected by Margin
W Crawford Becred was returned to the ACT branch executive by a narrow margin of about 100 votes. He has served as Kingston ant president and Barton branch leader and was branch president in 1345 before illness. In 1146 he joined local rehabilitation committee as officer and secretary, building strong links with servicemen of World War I and II as the county counts show 42 members voted from an estimated 500 members.
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FLL
W. Crewford
Crewford
Kingston Ant
Barton
D. Jackson
Banstey Gang
Canadian Leader to Tour Australia and New Zealand
Brooke Claxton head of a Canadian delegation to the British Commonwealth will conduct a tour of Australia and New Zealand, stopping in Canberra and other centers as part of a broader Canadian diplomatic mission.
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Australia
Britis Commonwealth
Alka U1
Canberra
Brooke Claxton
Australis
New
Datore
Canada
Coal Production In Australia Surges Amid Unclear Data
Fragmented OCR text reports rising coal output in Australia during an uncertain period, citing totals around 1.58 million, with references to 1.408 million and 1.109 million in various years, plus mentions of briquettes and seabed “Eesavea” data, but overall lacks clear dates or sources.
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Australia
Rales
Comneres Winins Ath Sitarn
Sanoteo
Right Wing to Control Act U Weakened Meeting
Fragmentary notes from Melbourne report that right wing factions debated control and influence over the act. Discussion touched on leaders and potential deals, with unclear outcomes and multiple names garbled by OCR.
Plumbers Seek Higher Weekly Award Under Industrial Commission
Readable fragments indicate plumbers push for increased weekly wages under the Plumbers Geafitters award. The text references an Industrial Commission review by Justice De and a Full Bench considering the carpenters’ award alongside ongoing negotiations.
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Industrial Commission
Justice de
No charge against C. M. Ford says attorney general
The attorney general will not proceed with action against C. M. Ford, Kingston car owner, per department statement released yesterday. The notice indicates no charges are filed and the case is closed. A brief formal note from investigators cites absence of sufficient grounds for prosecution.
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Calla
Maxwell Ford
Ter
Kingston
Analyzing Wool in Australia 1948-47 Qualities
Preliminary figures indicate a minor change in Australian wool quality during 1948-47 with stronger demand for specific fibers. The report notes prices stabilizing, drought fears easing, and buyers in major wool consuming countries showing sustained interest in high quality staples.
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Atp
Gach
Sabe Sears
Sears
Seo
Eountriea
Eric
Petrol costs match 1741 levels in wartime push
Amid wartime strain, petrol prices mirror 1741 highs with per gallon costs rising since December 1942. Australian consumption bears on costs as prewar tax and freight burdens fade, while crude oil prices surge toward decade lows before rebounding. Global production exceeds demand as world oil use remains high, affecting transportation costs nationwide.
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Flinterlay
Australia
Ronny Inorwane
Ald Rowds Asad
Hawe
Theia
Rabion
Atperica
Anit
Exams for R A N candidates today
Exams for R A N candidates are held at multiple sites including Flinders Naval Sopot and the University of Adelaide. Successful candidates proceed to ethical tests and interviews by a senior committee before final selection at regional depots and colleges.
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Australe
Veill
Raat Australian Newsi
Col'fe
Flinders Naval Sopot
Adelaide
University of Adelaide
Neval
Alleetreet
Brisbane
Hobert
Red Cross Drive For Food For Britain Appeal
The Australian Red Cross and Canberra based leaders urge support for the Food for Britain Appeal. Chairman Dr. Newman and Corinne Orsi note ongoing campaigns across the ACT and Commonwealth Met Centre, aiming to boost aid for the beleaguered United Kingdom.
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RED Cross
Britain
Canberra
Austral Crom
Newman Nak
Renee Iene
Orsi
Baete Ha Comune
Socentad WE Teensrdat Ta i Cate
Commonwealth Metees Centre
Wrank Whidden BYDREY obituary noted for service years
Wrank Whidden BYDREY, 76, longtime member of Gread Maan United EW and Acct Masons, died after a life tied to Acthiet Pow. The obituary highlights his thirty years of active membership and local community roles.
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Bydrey
Wrank Whidden
Gread Maan United EW
Acthiet Pow and
Acct Masons Agp Fe 1540
Local Labor Market Sees Vacancies in Rural Sectors
A fragmented notice reports vacancies in rural and pastoral industries as development grows. It notes 100,000 units of labor at month end, with most roles open to men and limited positions in other trades.
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Levuur
Iowa
Asay Ata
Snandal
Vacabie SA
Toxaemic Jaundice in Sheep Disease Report Summary
Summary of an investigation into a toxaemic jaundice outbreak in sheep. Describes incidence rates in old and young sheep, breed susceptibility including Romney, Merino, and Corriedale lines, and notes transmission linked to contaminated material. Outbreaks centered along western slopes of Victoria and Murray Valley with rare British breeds affected. Also mentions nutritional factors and physiological impact on wool and meat quality.
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Murray Valley
Bat
Victoria
Manly Eer
Southdown
Lincoln
Corriedale
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