Impressions of London Air Raids From a Horsham Letter
A London resident writes to Horsham about one of the heaviest air raids. She details wrecked streets, burning buildings, smoke and dust, and fear as civilians and rescue workers endure. She praises fire guards and wardens, urging aid to England to support the war effort.
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Catherine Matthews
London
KR. Hopner
Unzel Street
Horsham
Mise C. Manner
Lomion
Charine Cross
Son Ae Atatines
Steve Hartenved
Allie
A.E.S
England
Westminster
Martie
Wheat price guarantees trigger political sparring in Victoria
Victorian Premier Dunstan criticizes the Commonwealth for cutting the guaranteed wheat price, arguing surplus production and export constraints justify maintaining higher payments. He cites New Zealand comparisons and warns of adverse effects on farmers, defense spending, and national prosperity.
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Dunstan
Dunstin
Commonwealth
Mi Unnstan
Esrouimstamens
Avelintia
New Zealand
USA
Horsham Robberies Rise and Local Gazetting Updates
Twenty five years ago Horsham saw rising robberies in the past fortnight as farmers faced hardship and scarce labor. The Shire of Borung gazetted riding boundary changes prompting retirement of every councillor in August. Dorothy Balet aged 11 rode in a plane at Horsham, described as the youngest Commonwealth flight rider. Municipal rates in Horsham on June 11 totaled £2466 8 7, up from £3700 5 01 last year. Shire of Wimmera receipts were £3739 9 11, vs £3354 11 5 previously.
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Horsham
Kalkoo
Borung
Coune
Dorothy Balet
Murios
Carey
Commonwealth
Borough of
Shire of Wommert
Fragmented thoughts on war era love and ruined Parliament
The writer contemplates wartime loyalties and loss as damaged symbols of power loom over Parliament. The passage reflects grief for shattered homes and a vast devastation erasing hope, while recalling the poetical rhythm of love amid ruin.
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Dewiteluse
Landon
Milk From The Plough In War Aid Output
A London correspondent details milking efforts boosting Bri war supplies. Despite chaotic wartime conditions, farms produced substantial milk and butter, with figures showing hundreds of tons weekly and plans for postwar feeding programs amid shortages and controls.
Exhibition of Antiques At Crystal Pats Palibrion
A lengthy display of antiques drew Afternoon visitors with guitars, shells, brooches, ivory items, and shell crafts from Britain and France. Exhibitors showcased glassware, fabrics, and oriental pieces, highlighting craftsmanship and period styles amid a bustling, decorative showing.
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St. John's
Tarly
Tyler Fara
Emrly Vicari Eilene
Tron Morse
Tok Nor Ous
Nh Suas
Wulong i
Sinegar
Erinaline
Bial Teich
Metasar
Peedlaies
Tae Ayala Shell Ranches
Erode
Wight
Plese
France
Ledenitljee
Harold
Xediey
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East County
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RAF
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Adelaide University Conservatorum
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Nent
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Hoek
Weite
Sles Eeee
James E. Doyle
N.D
Patio Spacealist
Ullins Street
Melbourne
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Fen
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