Repair experts salvage gear after aircraft submersion
Australian aviation instrument repair shops struggle to meet wartime demand as water damage from submersions threatens essential cockpit gear. The piece notes that while some magnesium instruments suffer corrosion, others like the night clock endure. George the automatic pilot units and horizon instruments face costly losses, yet many items can be reconditioned in Australia.
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Sydney
G. Roberts
Mr. Roberts
Keren
George
Australia
A.W.A
South
Pacific
GROCERS BLAME WAR INDUSTRY AGENCY FOR SHORTAGES
Queensland retailers lash the War Organisation of Industry for spreading labour and failing to ensure civilian food supply. The Journal Retailer accuses the department of buck passing on Bread and Butter shortages and bottle scarcities, urging consultation with the War Organisation of Industry. It condemns inconsistent advice to grow vegetables while bottling and transport constraints persist.
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War Organisation Industry Department
Queensland
Im Thir Officis
War Organisation of Indus Department
Qvrengland
GROCERS ARM WAR OVER POTATO SHORTAGE IN AUSTRALIA
The Retailer of the Queensland Grocers and Retail Traders Association accuses the Army of hoarding potatoes causing civilian shortages since Christmas. They reject the “Acts of God” excuse and demand the Commonwealth Supply Official enforce sharing. They suggest Army shortages could be met by available civilian alternatives.
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Queensland Growers and Retail Tracers’ Association
Queensland
Binte
Queensland Grocers and Ritals Traders’ Association
Army
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