New solvent blends methylated spirits and petrol for motor fuel
A Sydney industrial chemist reports a new solvent enabling mixing methylated spirits with petrol for motor fuel. The formula uses copra spirit and a simple treatment to yield about 100 gallons from one ton of copra sold at £4 10s a ton from Rabaul. Captain Carmichael, backing the discovery, says equal parts copra spirit, methylated spirits, and petrol produce a superior spirit.
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Insulting Words Charge For Local Polling Court
Norman Charles Morgan faced a charge of using insulting words in a case heard yesterday at the local polling court. The court postponed the hearing to August 38 by the defense to allow further discussion. the defendant cited machinery breakdown delaying attendance and asked for a magistrate to hear the matter in the meantime, but the magistrate lacked power to order an immediate action. Also notes that mail delivery efficiency for the Royal Australian Air Force in the UK would improve if regimental numbers were quoted on addresses, with a sample line listing Corporal Brown and regimental details.
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Importation Resented Over Apple Storage and Losses
The Milleter for Agriculture Captain DUG reports hundreds of cases of apples allowed to rot or fed to pigs. He says growers were restricted from marketing while apples were stored in cold storage, provoking strong public comment in Swine on Wednesday.
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New Books Added to Abe Forben Arts Library Shelf
A list of newly available titles at the Abe Forben School of Arts library includes Why France Fell, The Story of the Pacific, The Time Now, Public Chest No 1, Prophe t at Home, and more. Authors include Gyn Bunter, C J Hamtro, H Von Loon, Lin Yury, Kathleen Norris, Margaret Pedler, Bernard O Reilly, Hugh Walpole, and Douglas Reed, with works spanning history, living, fiction, and memoirs.
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Dunkirk
Gyn Bunter
France
Mauria
Lin Yutung
von Puaent
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Parkinson Keyes
Kylie Tennant
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Doan's Backache Kidney Pills Promised Fast Relief
A 1910s style health ad urges readers to treat kidney issues with Doan's Backache Kidney Pills. It describes kidneys filtering blood and removing poisons, lists symptoms like backache and swelling, and claims millions benefited worldwide by using the product promptly.
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Soft Natural-Locking Wave Style Goes Outdated
A peculiar trend note discusses a soft natural locking wave that avoids an artificial look. It critiques dated styling and urges readers to seek modern, flattering hair treatments that deliver a natural finish.
Mr and Mrs Smith Opens Comedy With Lombard and Montgomery
Carole Lombard and Robert Montgomery star in Mr and Mrs Smith a comedy about a prosperous couple who draft domestic ordinances to govern their marriage only to have the system collapse when a legal flaw voids their nuptials. The situation sparks a love triangle and a series of humorous misadventures as their careers and loyalties are tested.
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Electricity supply cut in Forbes for repairs
Consumers of electricity are notified that the supply will be cut off on Sunday the 24th inst at 6 00 pm for approximately two hours to permit necessary repairs. Sed D. F P. Dempsey Town Clerk.
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Woolgrowers Ugly Ant Ad Adds to Committee
An advertisement notes Woolgrowers plan for an Ugly Man competition with a committee including N mi Mic Phillany woolgrower candidate and representatives from Moore, Broke & Co, Hanlon & Co, and J T Woods. Arrangements are set for a separate day at the Jomalong weir on September 24.
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Postponed Motor Traffic Case Adjourned to September 2
The local Police Court adjourned the Darrel Delaney motor accident case to September 2 to suit the defendant who travels with the ALP. The charge concerns failing to keep as far as possible to the left on Parkes Road while travelling.
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Observer Receives Distinguished Flying Medal for Daring Return
Bereeunt R. Mohr, a former Melbourne bank clerk, becomes the first all observer to win the Distinguished Flying Medal. He flew an EAP bomber back to base after his pilot was incapacitated, enlisting under the Empire Air Scheme with no prior aging training in Australia as a pilot.
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Advocate Stationery Envelopes and Forms Ad
A vintage notice for stationery items including envelopes tags and forms marketed under the Advocate label. Details indicate a packaging or supply sale likely targeted to offices or personal use. The snippet emphasizes product availability and branding without broader context.
Water Conservation Commission advertises shorthandwriter job Forbes NSW
The Water Conservation and Irrigation Commission of New South Wales invites applications for an adult Shorthandwriter-Typiste in Forbes district. Salary 2209.12 per annum plus living allowance. Must pass shorthand test at 120 words per minute and perform clerical duties. Applications forms available from Secretary H Bevan.
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Public notice of bank closures on September show season
Under Section 22 of the Bank and Banks Holiday Act the undermentioned banks will close at 12 noon on the first and second September for the forthcoming show and holiday. Banks listed include Bank of Australasia Bank of New South Wales Commercial Bank of Australia Ltd Commercial Banking Co. of Sydney Ltd Commonwealth Bank of Australia Rural Bank of N.S.W. Union Bank of Australia Ltd.
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Fortes Council proposes special loan for water works
The Fortes municipality proposes a special loan for water supply works and related expenses. Details, rates, and estimated yields are outlined, with the right to petition for a poll of ratepayers to approve the loan and proposed rates. Officials D P Dempsey and Forbes issue the notice in August.
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