Use More Gas and Pay Less Slogan Sparks Tariff Debate
The Municipal Council debated the new gas tariff amid strong comment from rate payers. A.J. Meagher noted June accounts were higher under the new scheme, while W. Kennedy urged rate reductions for theatres. Council members argued the plan is experimental and should be reviewed in months, with production costs up as war pressures rise.
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A. J Meagher
Variancce
W. Kennedy
Strand Theatres
Forbes
Chatsbaye
Kennedy
Atabedius
Strand
Ald
Paddison
Ald. Pacdisom
Dempsey
Studio Theatre
Dune 141
Richardson
Gus
Haw
Foy
Paddion
Besgrove
Arsine
Thease
Young Australian Soldier Avoids Conviction At Forbes Court
Patrick Gordon of the Australian Military Forces pleaded guilty to indecent language at a Town Hall dance and resisting arrest. Constable Reeves said Gordon was arrested at 1 45 pm on Saturday. police needed help to subdue him while he was intoxicated. Magistrate Meagher, noting Gordon's past good record, offered no conviction if he returned to his unit by the night train, and Gordon was discharged.
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Patrick Gordon
A. J. Meagher
Forbes
Gordon
Reeves
Harvid Street
Defendent
Ja Meagher
They Shoot Straight and Hit Hard: British Heavy Unit
A wartime photo feature describes a British heavy unit in action against enemy aircraft. It highlights its range, security, and secret apparatus as planes threaten England, with a battery nearly continually engaged in defense.
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England
Time as a War Munitions Ethic and Rationing
A wartime call urges strict personal sacrifice to conserve scarce wheat and fuel. The piece argues that time is a weapon of war and every second wasted weakens Allied efforts, urging readers to act with discipline and contempt for those who hoard or misuse resources.
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Ratien
Uae
Mayor Hartcher Concerns Over Annexe Appointments
Mayor Ali Hartcher voices concern about council criticism of annexe appointments at the naval arms factory project. He notes wartime staffing issues, the need to employ local workers, and questions about recruitment beyond overseas workers. The council backs the move, the clerk to be informed, and the appointment process approved.
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Alls
Anal
Amnion
Challenge Coursing Match At Parkes Club
A challenge for £10 aside drew a crowd at Parkes Coursing Club on Wednesday. Portes group competed vigorously as Air Porve Ghiet led early before Thech and Agron Thech pursued. The 620 yards finished in a fast 30 3-10 seconds, signaling a strong contest.
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Parkes
Meatworks Killing to Start Early in September
The Meatworks plan killing to begin in early September with the aim of supplying carcases to Central West butchers. Due to manpower shortages, officials seek extra staff and hold a meeting in Forbes. About 120 workers expected initially, rising if the works become a regional killing centre.
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Uarochuighe Meatworks
Ptarts Kehling
Centtral West
Loe
Wimon
Os Varly
Efwan
Carodaighe
Locmy
Grave crisis on Hasmke front as German tanks advance
London reports warn of grave threats to the Red Army with German armored forces pressing toward the Don Basin. British papers debate a second front, food shortages in Russia, and the strategic aim to halt German advances toward Stalingrad and Voronezh.
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London
Hasmke
Selshey Landonnoy Miassen
Rusia
Seriou
Bosov
Rostov
Don Basin
Gra
Timoshenkoom
Stalingrad
Germany
Voroney
Don
Loussia
Russia
Brigland
Whch
ALF ACTION AGAINST AXIS IN EGYPT AND NEW GUINEA FIGHTS
Prime Minister Curtin announced ALF units in the Middle East had gone into action against Rommel and Axis forces near Alexandria with successful results. Allied airmen attacked Japanese forces in New Guinea, destroying several bombers and fighters near Port Moresby and Buna, while overall air activity across sectors remained high.
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Alf
Asis
Egypt
Curtin
A.lf
Rommel
Alexandria
New Guinea
ALP
Middle East
Auckinseck
Gre
Jt Ke
GFLQ
Jar Bor
Fort Moresby
Bune
Moresby
Noarth
Guines
Buna
South-West Pacific
FIGHTING IN EGYPT AND AIR OPS UPDATE
British forces claim progress near El Alemecn with a railway station captured while Axis units clash in the central sector. Our squadrons claim 17 German planes downed with no pilot losses. Haifa raid reported but repelled as Allied air activity continues amid war production calls. Australian workers back Russia aid movement urging boosted war effort.
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Auchinteck
Dist Parser
ABC
London
B.A
Haifa
Pyisagostein Ben Colmes
P.O.W. Appeal Donations Recorded for Red Cross
The appeal lists donors including B Morgen, Mr. C. F. and Bit, Mr. Hugh Bure, W. Gileon & Sons Pty. Ltd. as latest contributions. Donations support the prisoners of war fund and Red Cross relief efforts.
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Wleon
Porbes Ed Cross
F.O
Berm
B. Morgen
Hugh Bure
W. Gileon & Sons Pty., Ltd
Malta Medal Hero Linked to Malta Cross Fire Rescue
Malta’s defence claim 94 enemy planes shot down in four days as LAC Albert Cobhorme 38, a former taxi driver, receives the George Cross posthumously for gallant feats. The citation notes his fearless leadership amid torching planes, extinguishing fires, freeing airmen, and aiding pilots during long bombardments as the Air Officer Commanding lauds him as one of the bravest airmen.
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George Cros
Albert Matthew Cobhorme
Malta
Geborne
Mediterranean
Osbore
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the Meatworks
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Tepresenta Holland
W. Angles & Cap, Pty, Ltd
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