Pigeon notes and political headlines from London 1926
A reader's letter mixs memories of Trafalgar Square pigeons and imperial service with a report on Sir Frank Cobham and his Empire flights. The piece recounts aviation tragedy, public figures, and Hyland's Australian publicity drive, interwoven with zoo visits and a Labour MP's recent conference fortunes.
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From
The
Royal
Frank
Bank of England
Cerned
A. D. Elliott
Australi
Trafalgar Square
England
Umnu
Zoological Society of London
Regents Park
Baker-street
Aellow
Fordson Tractor Demonstration At Katanga Farm
A Thursday demonstration showcased the Fordson on Mr J Christie’s Katanga farm, with Ford agents and representatives from Oliver Plough and British Imperial Gas. The tractor hauled a four-furrow Oliver plough, performing well despite minor stoppages from plough adjustments, and farm users learned maintenance tips including kerosene vaporisation, oil changes every 60 hours, valve care, and fuel guidance for light loads.
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Tg Furdson
J. 3
Christie
Sun
Katanga
Kay Blake
Fordson
Blackburn
Ford Works
Geelong
Fordsons
Blake
Oliver
Petrol tax clash sparks nationwide protests and PM stance
The Town and Country Union telegram urges motorists to press the Federal government to rethink the petrol tax amid protests across Australia. It quotes the Prime Minister pushing ahead with the plan despite state opposition and public dissent from unions farmers and businesses. The note accuses the government of diverting attention to oil companies and warns the public must bear road grants and higher taxes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Town and Country Union
Australia
We United Political Party of
Western Australia
Privcy Producers
Associational Farmers’ Unions
Ltealisations
Variwie Susj
Pabl
Luwt
Feady
Bruce
Junion
Nave
Contempt and protests spark demand for stronger action
A distressed appeals drive by the Town and Country Union urges the Presa and public to reiterate protests emphatically. The text, though garbled, references warnings about health issues and a medical remedy touted by a Sydney firm, noting promotional claims and long standing usage.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Town and Country Union
Presa
Misa Carrie Spargo announces Melbourne and Perth voyage
An advertisement notes Misa Carrie Spargo of Melbourne and Perth. It mentions Victoria Kalinga and a gathering of old and new trade partners, inviting travelers to a homeward stop. Contact is listed as Phone Ketuoye 17.
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Misa Carrie Spargo
Melbourne
Perth
Way
Victoria
Kalinga
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