Propose a Global Air Fleet to Win the War
The author argues for a vast aircraft fleet and a Ministry of Aeroplanes to secure air dominance. He advocates 20 000 to 26 000 planes, rapid pilot training, and coordinated factory work with a few core aircraft types. A large air fleet could threaten enemy coasts like Calais and Cuxhaven and justify the war effort, despite high daily costs.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Aeroplanca
Flanders
Germany
Mackensen
Calais
War Office
H. G Wells
Marconi
Ministry of Aeroplanes
Air Fleet Office
Whitehall
Ministry of Munitions
Aeroplanes
Lloyd Georges
Gambetta
Cuxhaven
Relaya
Carriage Factory Taken Over by Colac District Firm
The Public Notice announces that the Colac district firm has taken over the Carriage Factory and business of the late Mr James Brett. They request continuance of solid support and guarantee all vehicles turned out in a workmanlike manner by expert tradesmen. Address noted.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Colac Cmd
James Brett
GONS
Calico profits and Boy Scout patrol leaders named in Winchelsea
A report notes net calico profit of 31 10 2 and donations of over 400 yards. Pillow slip work can use material at Mrs P M Callum and Mrs H Tilton homes. Scout patrol leaders named for Mopoke Wood pigeon Crow Hank with second leaders. Training on salutes knots and signs, parades at the vicarage, and travel concerns for Geelong High School students due to a disrupted train schedule. Authorities plan to seek relief from Hon W Plain MLA and others to restore Monday morning service.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
P. M'Callum
Mra H. Tilton
Boy Scouts
Winchelsea
Mopoke Patrol
Frank Sinners
Clive Hamlin
Woodpigeon Patrol
Edgar Richmond
Lex Laurder
Crow
Frank Murphy
Frank Richmond
Hank
Theo. Eddie
Jack O'Connell
Geelong
Precision Big 4 Motor Cycle for sale inquiry
A buyer offers a Precision Big 4 motor cycle for sale and invites calls for details. The seller notes a brief chat is free and may save pounds by clarifying specs and price.
War census dates set for September six to fifteen
Commonwealth Statistician Mr G H Knibbs announces the war census period from September 6 to 15 with a request for all required persons to file their cards. The plan includes extensions for remote centers, broad public assistance, and posters in conspicuous places to ensure complete and accurate returns.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
G H Knibbs
Commonwealth Statistician
Knibbs
Australia
Commonwealth
Caterers Offer Quick Service for Sports Luncheons
A local catering firm advertises rapid setup with a marque and facilities for sports luncheons weddings and special occasions. They provide small goods bread and wedding cakes and claim delivery by train coach or on site with short notice.
To Let Dwellings And Land In Various Suburbs
Classified notice lists several rentals and land parcels including a four room house in Gravesend Street for ten shillings weekly with deposit details, a one room dwelling in Pollock Street with convenience, a roomed dwelling in Rae Street, a roomed dwelling in Pollock Street with terms, a 180 acre block at Yeo with permanent water suitable for dairy stock or sheep, a Colac East roomed house with land, and a plot on Morrison Street.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rae St
Pollock St
Yeo
Colac East
Gravesend Street
Pollock-street
Morrison-street
J G Johnstone and Co Ad for Well Built Room Mousa
An old classified notice from J G Johnstone and Co promotes a well built room Mousa with wash facilities. Details are limited in the fragment but indicate property or room rental with amenities.
Taylor’s Beet and Tools Experience Cited
Fragmentary note references MR TAYLOR with beet and tools, claiming expertise and readiness. It mentions contact or action if approached, and potential involvement with a tour engine or plastic work, though details are unclear and names are partially garbled.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Taylor
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Colac
W. M. Pearson
Tion
Cotac
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Alexander's
Parstion of Ladies
Mair
Murray ST
Saar
National Library of Australia
Arthur Lyech
Aeroplane
Hean
Mra
H. Wilson
Rollande
W. Hea
Wmublic
Powell & McDougall Manners
SUTTON #T
Powell & McDougall
Colse
Bie
Cilfend
Guperiaant
Victoria
Thess
Natura” Health Co
Elizabeth Street
Melbourne
R. P. Hynes
J. A. Thompson
Man
Waterworks Trust
FORD
Era
Tarrant Motors Pty., Ltd
Russell Street
Leitch Cycle Depot
Jas. F. Baillie
Murray Street
MEAS
Ward Srob
Brreapest, Mari i
Public
Howe
Woods
Burns & Short
Tel
Austral B.S.A
Jas. Finn
Titan
Foley Bros. Bakers and Caterers
Gellibrand Street
Thomas & Joyce
Murray St., Colac
Connor
J. G. Johnstone & CO
For All
Strong
Tyan
Will Wheal
Phone
A. E. Maxfield
Brom Held Street
T Anderson
Bromfield Street
Charles & Keenan's
Faylor
Manners Sutton
Motor Car For Hire
Austral Cycle Works
W. T- Holt. & CO
Rfirron
Nla.gov
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