Shire Council debates culverts and electricity plan
Minutes show Cr. Laurie flagging dangerous culvert near Buckatts Outlet and Cr. Breese pressing Nowendoo Road works. Ganger Hoy outlines water tank replacement, road widening with Carson’s bulldozer, and five day work plan. Health Inspector cites unfit housing, grass seed payment approved, and Gloucester Park upgrades planned with tree guards to follow.
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O. D. Laurie
Buckatt
Barrington
Cy. Wilhon
Cr. Moore
Ganger
Glen Ward
Wark
Gr. Breese
Nowendoo
Ganget
Fio
Ttwa
Gamer's Corner
Cr. Wilson
Livermore
S. Hoy
Carson's Sawmilling Co
Bunsook Road
Carson
Bunsiook Road
Drs Wilson
Latic ‘More'y
Voyraseef
Bert My
Wwetioun
Wisénsea
Requiesteul
Cornell
A. Yuriy
Shire of
Glow
Swere
Tapadtor- Gloucester Park
Carnell
Council
Maine
Prayer for Mothers and Wartime Labour Reflected
A church note quotes a poem titled A Prayer for Mothers, calling for strength and comfort for mothers and their families amid war. It laments war and prays for peace, while a House of Commons statement notes government use of German war prisoners for civil construction projects like road making and sewer work under housing plans.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dunstan Sandys
Hous of Commons
Foul German Mass Murders in Amsterdam
Eyewitness account describes a German massacre in Amsterdam as crowds gathered outside a bank and a church. The report notes women among the victims and claims German soldiers fired machine guns, with civilians panicking as authorities confronted the carnage.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Amsterdam
FIGHTING IN NEW GUINEA ARMY ARTILLERY POUNDING RAMPANT
Describes intense artillery bombardment on a New Guinea ridge with 25 pounders and larger guns. Australian batteries pounded Japanese positions at Tokwi and Monteepaemnee, inflicting heavy fire across the night. Gunners reported a complete saturation as fire exceeded hundreds of rounds per gun and supported infantry advances in rugged terrain.
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AMR
Leong Pobbs
hsMe
Benina Tiguia
Wy Mackay
Church Steet
Suliton
Eac
Borsamir
Alana
Bulove
Matipay
Ane
Abin
Gunnane
Dagus
Tenops
Prisoner transport from Western Europe to England detailed
A British report notes that between April and May 5, 1 035 AcL P prisoners were sent back to England from western Europe with 117 drawn from New South Wales, highlighting the transcontinental reach of the repatriation effort and the share of Australian personnel among detainees.
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England
Europe
New South Wales
Peace efforts and terms glimpsed in obscure wartime magazine
The magazine Phe Nw Kepun- Wo Japan urges urgent peace talks, claiming Ruawla would stay out of the war as a go between for an unconditional surrender. It envisions Cairo Conference terms, including loss of continental possessions, military occupation, and government reform. It warns Australia’s entry could trigger swift consequences.
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Phe Nw
Japan
Cairo
Jake
Transferring Bombers to Japan and Pacific War Outlook
A wartime briefing outlines Allied air power shifts toward Japan. General Doolittle notes plans to move about 200,000 troops and 2400 bombers to the Pacific, with U.S. carriers and air fleets increasing presence against Japan while preparing for ground invasion.
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Agaa
Baslittle
Sth
Air Taree
Japan
Ronat
Europe
Doolittle
Portresnes
Ir Oraney
Saya
Additional Funds for Drought Relief Announced
The Acting Premier Mr Baddes ter says the State Government provides a further £51,000 for drought relief. The total drought support from State and Commonwealth funds, including advances and grants, now totals about £4,000,000. Applications and inquiries go to nearest Rural Bank branch or the Head Office of the Bene tme Syane.
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Baddester
Tie Tern
Jer Sinuim
Pusey
Tarmakey
Bradley Anid
Geren Browern
Woods' Great Peppermint Cure Best for Coughs
The advertisement touts Woods' Great Peppermint Cure as a remedy for coughs and throat irritations. It highlights claimed relief and broad use for common cold symptoms, urging readers to try the product.
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Trucking, & General Commission
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Thomas Cowan & CO
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Box 40
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Turner
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Uncle Joe
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