German Spies in Britain Seized and Evacuated
An account describes British counter espionage during wartime, detailing German agent activity in London, surveillance by Scotland Yard, and German letters routed to sympathizers. It notes arrests, the thwarting of a mail-clearing network, and Britain’s vigilance keeping German operations under watch for years.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Toonedayt
Aeual
Tom Baring
Scotland Yard
Lerder
Lerman
Avelip Chet
Toerman
Sethu Yao
Veraman
Harbers
Berlin
Geettionis
Verlin
Uritain
Facrinai
France
Auried Agit
Thas
New Ideas Worth Testing on Serviette Rinage and Fabric Finishes
An odd old column discusses crafting napkin rings from cardboard reels and silk floss, detailing wrapping, dyeing, and polishing steps. It mentions decorative ruffs, tying techniques, and a method to clean supports with olive oil, aiming to differentiate by scent and texture. It references a threepenny weekly paper and notes other features like pieces on patterns, articles, and sales stories.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ulen
Winil Raflia
Colette
Peger
Zealand
Amd
Ile
Cattle Awards Scorned by British Judging Critics
Professor Robert Bouthour condemns cattle judging methods at agricultural shows claiming judges favor appearance over merit. He argues a national bias has undermined fair assessment and misleads young farmers about true cattle quality.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Etn
Lomdoy
Robert Bouthour
Sydney Show: Experts Disagree on Judging Methods
Cavalcade of quotes shows Cambmen and Somerville clashing over royal show judging standards. Production and appearance are debated as critics and exhibitors challenge the rock solid method used for awarding prizes. A top prize of £800 sparked controversy among judges, exhibitors, and officials.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cambmen
Royal Shay
Somerville
Ji Ie Adleleel
US Suriane
Sydney
First Official Air Mail From Australia to New Zealand
The report outlines the first official air mail between Australia and New Zealand. Flight Lieutenant Ulin will carry all air mail on the return to Sydney, scheduled to depart New Zealand on the 5th of April 1934. New Zealand stamps cover return postage and air mail fees, with Australian stamps not accepted for prepaid return.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Conteeien
Australia
New Zealand
Lees
Ulin
Sydney
Australa
Air Venant
Martinlice
Girl Explorer Narrates Himalayan Travel Adventure
A young woman named Miss Trevelyan recounts her solo travels across Canada and the United States. She describes crossing oceans, visiting Mount Edith Cavell, and documenting adventures in a first person account published by Selwant and Brown.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mass Katharine Kevelvan
Gixtorel
Gore
Caria
Satel
Cil
Elie
Gaceel
Dagen Phils
Montreal
Miss Trevelyan
Hockres
Calgary
Canada
Edith Cavell
The Horse ti A Tribute
A whimsical verse praising a horse with playful misspellings and rough, affectionate humor. The speaker mocks quirks like license plates and gas stations while celebrating the animal’s steadiness, loyalty, and simple wit in a lightly affectionate tone.
Notice to Trespassers on Hills Borough Properties
Trespassers on Hills borough and Baldersleigh properties will be prosecuted. Rabbit trappers specially cautioned. Straying stock will be impounded. Previous permissions withdrawn. J. H. Mulligan.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hillsborough
Baldersleigh
Waterview
Aberfoyle
Ward
Abbey Green” Run
H. W. Curtis
Priest Denounces Communism in Slave State Warning
A reader letter from Canoona Guyra argues against socialism and cites fear of Soviet influence. The author warns trespassers on property and condemns communist ideas, while contrasting local prices with Sydney. The piece includes quotes and references to labor, education, and regime control.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fiat
Levies Weven
Tie Cathote Evidenes Giaid
Mars
Thepter Tall
Sevier
Nanny Love
Russia
Communist Party
Comiols
Trespass Warnings Issued Across Multiple Properties
Public notices warn trespassers on Bald Ulair Abbey Green Run Backwater Millie Vale St Helena Cabar Feidh Green Bank Springfield Karpala and other named properties. Prosecutions threatened for hunting fishing trapping shooting and fence damage. Permissions withdrawn and law actions noted by owners.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Millie Vale
St. Helena
Black Creek
L. Ward
British Games AUSTRALIAN TEAM FOR ENGLAND MEET ANNOUNCED
A Australian team for the Ennai games in London has been announced with athletes including heavyweight Cook, backstroke and medley swimmer Clarke, swimmer Dantis from NSW, and diver Virdee. Other noted competitors include wrestler Gerrard, sprint star Woodhutse, and pole vaulter Vo Woodhouse.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ametralan
London
Cook
Bo Clarke
Mise Claire Dantis
Nsw
Wade Los
Ameters Tehal Eyalist
W.E. Gerrard
Metcalfe
Pethviieige
Noel Ryan
NS W
Lesley Thompson
N.S.W
Pringhiard
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A. M. Lavis
Guyra
Memorial Institute
Sally
Burgon
Borthwick
Weil’s
D.R
A. T. Neil
Furniture Arcade
Ill
Dangar St
Armidale
Prise Bros
the People's Butcher
Royal Hotel
H. C. Thomas
F. J. Turner
Distess
Armidale soAl
Crossman and Son, Plumbers &E
Adilresst Ui
Arcadia Theatre
PHONE
Guyra Syd Seward
Neilsen
Argus
Ice, Guyra
Herbert J. Solomon
Atul All Sctien Preelive
Helme
Melebourne
Adelade
Brisbane
J . London
Vans Asd
Tom'r
W. Woodward
Liverpool, London & Globe Insurance Company
Obis Company
Pitt Street
F. J. Mann
Britain
Air Mail
Leeds
Trevor Tits
le Eise
Tyle
The
Commonwealth
Bridge Street
DEAI
Royal Exchange Assurance
O'Connell Street
WH. Locke
W. D. Tomlin
Booth
Bradley Street
FORD
Hong
W. D. Booth
J. H. Mulligan
Pop
Arty Jeren
Law
W. Stanle Loxley
Varuls
James
A. G. Ward
Canoona
F. W. J. Sole
Ore
J. H. Skewes
New State
Bradley
Mr Fierce
Brown
Lawer Hiccarsan
Arcadia
Guyra, Ltd
F. J. White and Sons
T.S.R
Backwater
D. I. L. Moore
Ollera
A. W. Everett
Cabar Feidh
Greenbank
A. A. MacKenzie
Springfield
D Williams
Luis
Vo Woodhutse
W. J. Little
the People’s Baker
Ollera Street
J. Alfords
T. H. Mitchell
A. Comino
Kram John Mann
Cradley Cuyra
State of
New South Wales
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