All Roads Lead To Singapore in Malaya Railways description
A historical overview outlines Malaya’s railway network linking Johor Bahru to Singapore and Bangkok, detailing Federated Malay States administration, key junctions like Gemas and Alor Star, and branches to Kedah Kelantan and Perlis. It notes road networks, river crossings, and coastal express services shaping transport for rubber estates and tin dredging districts.
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Johore Bahru
Johore
Singapore
Sembawang
Beleter Naval Base
Thailand
Hinth
FMS
Tolgore
Pacific
Bangkok
Gemas
Johor
Negri Sembilan
al ‘Humpet
Seapork
Kola Bharu
Thie
Hongkok Mear Bingord
Munalo Lumpur
Selaigor
Sintea
Bintes
Malaya
Cromshur
Young brides prove good cooks with Aunt Mary's Baking Powder
A newspaper note profiles young Australian wives who praise their housekeeping skills and especially Aunt Mary's Baking Powder. The item promotes Aunt Mary's Book with 400 recipes, a color illustrated guide, and a trial offer including a return gift.
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Aunt Mary
Titlack & Co. Pry, Ltd
Mary
Tillock 4& Gn
Pty
Lid
Kent
Liverpool Streets
Synday
Obituary Albert T. Hawke Pioneer of Gunningbland
The Parkes Champion-Post notes the death of Albert Thomas Hawke aged seventy something in Parkes after a long life as a farmer who settled at Gunningbland in 611. He and his brothers carved a home from greensward, cleared and fenced less than 70 acres, and supported the Methodist Church. Surviving with his wife are eight: W A Hawke of Sydney, Richard of Parkes, Ernest of Gunningbland, Mrs H C Dunford of Gunningbland, Mrs T C Dunford of Gunningbland, Mrs J Clay of Baromedman, Mrs A Grady of Parkes, Mrs E Barnes of Pagewood. One daughter Duty died in childhood. Funeral at the Methodist cemetery with Rev B Girayson conducting the services at the church and the graveside.
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Parkes
Albert Thomas Hawke
Mr. Hawke
Bathurst
Gunningbland
Methodist
Guoningbland
Appens
Lfe
Pitt of Hummanity
Victoria Brrest
W. A. Hawke
Sydney
Richard
Ernest
H.C. Dunford
T. C. Dunford
Barmedman
A. Grady
E Barnes
Pagewood
Duty
B. Girayson
Groveside
Golden Wedding Celebration in Forbes Honors Booths
A surprise party marked the golden wedding of Mr. and Mrs. J. A. Booth at their Forbes home on January 3, celebrating fifty years since their marriage in Forbes. Attended by four children eleven grandchildren and one great grandchild, the event included dinner, tea, and a double gold link cake. Speakers recalled their fifty years in Forbes and family milestones, with Mr. J. J. Patterson, present for his 82nd birthday, sharing in the celebration.
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J. A. Booth
Bogan
Uvelr
Forbes
J. H. Craig
Lies von Wiel
Lee
Uy Wielem
Bo Portes
Mir. Boot
Alfred Booth
C. Boots
Mes. W. Peters
Miry
Bookh Amd
Gho Bile J.P. Damn
Ar. J. J. Patterson
Oto
First Meeting of War Damage Commission Appointed
The War Damage Commission was announced to administer insurance schemes for war damage to property. Chair Mr A W Coles will lead, joined by Mr A W Vance and Mr H W Chandler. The commission met in Sydney and will set regulations for war risk insurance and prepare a scheme for compensation.
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Crifley
War Damage Commission
Curtin
Wo Coles
Ural
Vic
Ehaleian
Anepis Jovorney
A. W. Vance
Melbourne
Australasia
the Northern Assurance Co. Ltd
Wnd
Counci of Fire and Accident Underwriters
Commonwealth
H.W. Chanelor
Sydney
Forbes Mechanical Coursing Club Votes War Recess
The Forbes Mechanical Coursing Club decided to go into recess for the duration of the war. A largely attended Wednesday night meeting affirmed the current committee while suspending club racing activities for the war period due to Pacific theater developments.
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Forbes Mechanical Coursing Club
Pacific
Two Girls Discuss Face Powder in Chatty Exchange
Betty and Anne chat about cosmetics. Anne swears by Charmosan as the best face powder. Betty thanks her and plans to try it before the day ends.
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Betty
Hulio
Anne
Charmosan face powder marketed nationwide
Charmosan face powder offered in multiple shades including Rachel Naturelle Peche Suntan Rose Blanche and sold through chemists drapers and stores including chain stores across the region.
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Rachel
Naturelle
Peche
Suntan
Rose
Blanche
Ehain
Meeting date change adopts first Friday every month
The Fortes PP Board postponed the regular meeting to the first Friday of each month following directions from Dire. Berry and Olbbone. The alteration came after a preliminary suggestion and was approved at yesterday’s session.
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Fortes PP
Berry
Olbbone
Forbes
Beardwort Messrs
Wheatley
W. Cilbbona
G. A. Berry
W. E. Butler
R. H. Beddie
Hockey
G. A. Goodsell
EB. J. Speck
Round 11 p.m. Helgn he Sum mar day and dusk routine
A fragmentary diary style line shows a person describing a late evening routine. Mentions a skincare message with chairman cold cream to cleanse makeup and dust on the skin, then saying goodbye. No clear dates or events.
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Charman
Local Retailers Sell Cold Cream and Diapers Across Chains
A fragmented listing notes cold cream and diaper products like Shan Oe Tara and related tubes sold by chemists and chain stores. Overall item indicates widespread availability through multiple retail channels including chain retailers and druggists.
Forbes residents and visitors in a busy holiday note
A long list of Forbes locals and visitors enjoy holidays in Sydney and Manly, with many returning or traveling on. Names include Mrs. Sansom, Miss Simmonds, Mr. Jones, Mrs. Williams, Mr. Elliott, and Trooper Gordon Elliott, along with staff from local firms and military postings. Messages cover engagements, hospital admissions, transfers, and social visits across Forbes, Sydney, and surrounding towns.
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Loma Margaret
John Parker
Kelvin Grove
Forbes
Lancs
Gordon Elliott
HQ. Eliot
Mr. Dunn
Australian Visitors May Use Dollars For Purchases
Visitors from abroad may use dollar currency for purchases but must immediately sell it to a bank. The Treasurer Mr Criffey announced the rule. United States dollars exchanged must receive value fixed by the Commonwealth Bank. Today one dollar equals 6/1 Australian. Other values 5 cents Sid 95 cents 1/6 75 canta aT. A five dollar bill equals £1/10/7.
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Australia
Criffey
United States
Commonwealth Bank
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Forbes and District
J. Johnson
Sizeman
Howe
Kidd
Condobolin
Les Blakeney
Hambleton
Peak Hill
G.G
Graham
Grmfe
Boatfield
Ganowindra
Evrie
Oddie
Snelote
Vopparions
Post Tc
Sunlight Department
Lever Trothers Pty, Ltd
BOX Adm
G.P
Sydmey
Sadinam Oko
Im Poouc
Speedways and Railways
The
Peninsula
Goon Roads
A. T. Hawke
Pot
Thomas Reently
Cowra
Y v
Blue Smith
Broughton Hall
Snapton
Bandon Street
Sansom
North Hu
Mir
Sid Sansom
A. H Williams
Hector
Bruce
Vitoria Hotel
Alan Paivey
Margaret Falvey
Marrickville
E. Falvey
John Meagher, & Co. Pty, Lud
Mra
Kiteh Crisp
Flint Street
Tetter Bribbarey
Geddighter
Miss D. Shoebridge
Uhe Forbes District Hospital
Miss Shoebridge
Margaret Marlin
Mrs. A. Marlin
Mra N Webb
Johnson Street
Manly
George Strickland
Joyce Bolam
Manly District Hospital
G. N. Bolam
Bodell Farm
Bellaroco
Fred Constable
Katootiby
Predla
Lithegow
and Mini
C. A. Helmrich
Son Bruce
Condabollm
Alber An
Woly Wiliams
Maroubro
Pred Besgrove Nes
Spring Street
Noreen Wil
Ie Metropolia
Wales
Jim Green
Garam
Elle
Ringsley
Vp. Air
Jim Parklow
Porbes-Stoak Nbingallim
Mr. Pornlog
Une Line
T. R. Jones
Forbe
Board
Darwin
Jones
Royal Hotel
Freeman
Fortes
Casino
T. K. Bowler
S. Smith
Rollin
Iyelling Harris
Bandon St. Ty
Bas J. Clifton
Unley Park
Clem Hay
Kiarrickville
Porbees
B.A
Alan Bowler
Farrand Street
Navy Department
Flinders
J. Stanley Turner
Angieey Howe
W J. Green
Lesty House
Les Bray Ane
Tony
Guonedah
Mr. Bray
BE. Bray
Union Lil
Brentwood
F Hows
Prince Street
Reynolds
Auburn
Bob
Ia Fort Bey
Stoker
J. FR. Booth
W. Booth
James Street
Joan Smith
City
Northrend
James Byrne
Phil N
Pat Byrne
Orange
Wilf, Wilson
Forbes District Hospital
Frances Hurford
Porbea District
T. H. Black
Curinya
Mrs. Broom
Mia McKervey
Shitahowroory
Mesrs
A. Mughes Ane Co
Miss D. McKervey
Strath- Held
Mir GA. Pyaiort
Broadway
C.O.R
Alter
J. Gadton
Frank Delton
Byerbara
Metropolis
Wood
John PB. Williams Cod
Purrand Street
Miorage
Wee
Peters
Barton Street
Gwen
Bogan Stree
Oiler
Aunl
Elizabeth
Mimross
Temers
Gilea
Aér
Boothah
Irotharks
Mrr C. Kavanagh
Waum
Mrs. AW Booth
Bogan Street
Mra. Elbourne
Olen Davin
Jack Cannon
Grenfell Street
Quthonig
Oranges
Milas
Davidwget Eee Ae Darcy
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