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Newspaper
Charleville Times
Location
Charleville, Queensland, Australia
Date
Oct 04, 1940
Page
3
A fragmented excerpt describes an air observer aboard a bomber calculating bomb release timing from a racing train scene. It highlights the observer’s role, crew composition including navigator and bombardier, and the complex mechanical method used to aim bombs. The text notes reliance on instruments and mathematical grounding for accuracy amid motion and speed.
Open and grade events unfold with C Gardiner leading contenders in singles and doubles. Notable results include Dight Wood and Gardiner Ming J Rey advancing in the open mixed doubles, while Milan Irie Russell shines in B grade competition and the D grade ladies' doubles crown changes hands, highlighting a wide field and rising talent.
A Morven branch of the Australian Comforts Fund held a dance to raise funds for war relief. Townspeople dined, a community committee organized the event despite poor weather, and a chocolate wheel provided a strong money spinner. Prizes, donated items, and prime goods highlighted the collection. The Younger Set staged a mystery pie fundraiser contributing to Comforts Fund, totaling about £5 2s with additional profits noted. Donations continued during an appeal for bombing victims, led by Mr. Loo Noonan and a rally sponsor.
During the quarter ended September 20 there were 63 male births and 17 deaths among 80 total, including 12 male and 8 female births. Twenty four marriages were celebrated in the period.
An OCR readout details a chaotic aviation incident with conflicting descriptions of piloting, instrument reliability, and weaponized deployments. The account intertwines technical issues, damaged equipment, and military actions, referencing a bomber plane, target guidance, and ensuing consequences amid a tense air operation.
Instructions describe preparing a sheep dipping solution with powder and water to achieve a mus tard like consistency. Dipping should occur at ambient cool times, overnight settling, and careful following manufacturer quantities. Avoid dipping hot or thirsty sheep and guide them gently to prevent stress or distance exhaustion.
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