29 Dec 1939
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Newspaper
Maitland Mercury
Location
Maitland, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Dec 29, 1939
Page
1
Fragmentary OCR text mentions names such as Fanny Gray and Cwwn APORTS with scattered dates and lines. The passage is garbled, providing no coherent event, outcome, or clear entities beyond scattered proper nouns.
A distorted OCR style notice outlines exterior sales and prices with scattered names. It mentions Nani Pandocts, Sydney Arie, Horavine, and Jilly Grown Lucerne, plus references to timing and prompts, but the text is largely unreadable.
An earthquake in Anatolia wrecked 12 towns and 80 villages, with 15 000 to 40 000 residents each, trapping many beneath ruins. Rescue efforts under way as officials including the President arrive to direct relief. Fatal cold and pneumonia threaten survivors amid widespread collapse and fires.
A terse British release says Germany has issued no credible statement on the mercury incident and denies involvement. RAF authorities reiterate that no German claim or directive explains the event, maintaining caution until verified details emerge.
Weather bulletin notes a cool change moving from the east toward the southern area, extending to several places including Eigewhore and other service zones. Winds shift from northerly to fresh squally northerly. temperatures rise briefly, with hot and sultry conditions expected later Saturday.
Columbus Ohio December 28 The Mays Clinic announces a complete preventive for aeroplane bends a disease attacking interceptor pilots due to rapid air pressure changes and high altitude. The cure involves two hours of pure oxygen or a 30 minute treadmill walk to expel nitrogen before ascent, with expected value for western front and North Sea air operations.
London reports a radio commentary tracking two conversations with a 20 year old midshipman on the North Sea patrol. It notes a clash between a German sighting and Allied warnings, detailing the risks of deception and the intense moral stakes of wartime patrols.
Alfred Jenningson fell into an open fry at yal Allon 1 stroat while taking a tank ride. He was rushed to Nowgital with severe burns to the body. Witnesses described the accident as a mishap during a local event on Friday.
A fragmentary report describes a child injured Friday near Antaravorto while traveling with a relative. The details are incomplete, but the event involves a river run and medical attention at a nearby location.
Dec 28 Rome reports Mussolini intends a grand visit to the Pope as part of interwar diplomacy. The plan centers on formal audiences and the potential for elevated relations between Italy and the Vatican, with observers noting the symbolic value amid tense Euro affairs.
A chaotic raid in Dublin leads to twenty arrests at a magazine location near Phene Park. Police seized ammunition as part of the operation, amid a broader Christmas crackdown.
Britain will extend sugar rationing with meat and postwar provisions. A government announcement states weekly allowances will continue, affecting households as wartime controls shift. The plan highlights staggered imports and continued scarcity, with emphasis on fair distribution and ration stamps.
The report describes the torpedoing and sinking of a Norwegian vessel near the coast, with rescue by the Norwegian motor vessel Farde. It notes casualties and missing crew members, including a naval master, and mentions that the incident occurred during neutral waters under established navigation rules.
Residents of West Maitland, Bae, and Bolwatim shire asked to submit names at Maitland Town Hall by 9 30 tomorrow. The Maitland and District Comforts Fund will forward parcels to enlisted men in camp as there is no funds for a public farewell after final leave.
New York Dec 28 within a court filing a witness named Alsy Pailutte Gait Guat is subpoenaed by the Sun Company to testify in a matter involving a $430000 claim. Forel Leyeu alleges Lovee is involved with Levan while Goddard’s natural issue and alleged mental and qualia issues are referenced.
Helsinki reports a Finnish victory as troops destroy two Russian companies near the Suvanto River on the Karelian Isthmus. Officials mention limited fighting behind weather effects and a focus on defending the Mannerheim Line. Military authorities plan ongoing supervisory measures.
Wheat market quotations in Sydney indicate Ausinkin Wheat Board operations affecting futures and cash prices. Mundeys and Mundeys Withey note shifts in supply chain with mills and exporters adjusting delivery and pricing in response to weather, demand, and policy cues.
A damaged OCR fragment reports a meeting of a district representative and mentions Weinsmen's Commission and a location Soobie’s Chambers West Maitland. The text is garbled with names and dates missing or unclear.
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