First Occupation Troops in Japan Arrive by Air
The first American occupation troops landed by air in Japan today at Atsugi airfield near Tokyo. They are mainly technicians to prepare for a larger air armada from the Philippines and Okinawa expected Thursday. Seven transport planes delivered arrivals with three more planes carrying equipment. Admiral Nimitz announced that about the four Pacific Fleets and three amphibious fortresses will control the Japanese coast for an indeterminate period.
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Atsugi Airfield
Tokio
United States
Pacific
Nimitz
Why Japan Caved In Why Japan Caved In Sagami Bay
Japanese naval officers disclosed that prior to the atomic bombing and the Russian declaration of war the sustained attacks on the home islands exhausted Japan and they could not have resisted much longer. They cited fuel shortages that had grounded the Japanese Air Force.
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Sagami Bay
Home Islands
Texas hurricane devastates coastal area near Houston
A 100 mile per hour hurricane sweeps through Texas near Houston, ripping structures and tearing at Bay City as authorities warn residents of imminent danger. The storm menaces the bayou region with high winds and potential flooding, prompting emergency responses and evacuations.
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Houston
Texas
Bay City
Mid-Week Racing Ban Continues Across States
Canberra reports mid week racing remains banned as state governments decide policy. Officials say arrangements vary and a national standard is not yet set.
Damage costs soar amid widespread losses
The report notes damage costs run into many millions of dollars with extensive losses already recorded. It mentions nine thousand in the ses are already fumeless, reflecting severe destruction and sustained impact across affected areas.
Japanese Fleet Warned Near Rangoon After Surrender Speech
New Delh Radio reports Gen Numats broadcast from Hangoor warning the Japanese fleet of British warship movements off Malacca and Singapore. It orders air and sea precautions and says no landings will occur after the formal surrender signing in Tokio on September 2. Vice-Admiral Walker orders the Japanese commander to rendezvous near his flagship Nelson at Penang.
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Rangoon
New Delh
Gen Numats
Hangoor
Malaces
Singapore
Tokio
Walker
Penang
Delhi
Hin
Nelson
Central Mission Bright Hour gathers for women’s event
The Central Mission Bright Hour event featured Rev D Wo Anne officiating at a women’s gathering with baptisms for Ernest Leslie Ralph Jeanette Row Trevor John and others. Prizes and activities included a recital by Rev Annie Mes, a birthday meeting, and arts and crafts contests led by local ladies.
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D Wo Anne
Pie Central Mission
Ernest Leslie Ralph
E. J Jones
Jeanette Row
TA. Rogers
Trevor John
Pirle West
Boston
Puttisy Fox
Meeling
Annie Mes
Nurton
Yinner
L. Peterson
Auust
J. M. Moore
G. Stroud
JC McDonald
Mes
FB Sutton
Shepherd
LA. Thompson
FS. Saunders
Mrs. Norton
B. Saunders
Bauer and Saunders
Bauer
G Wukefeld
MecVieay
Beasley Named London Minister for a Hired Term
Met Beasley appointed as Resident Minister in London for a hired period. The defence official will lead as ambassadorial envoy, with duties covering governance and liaison during the specified tenure.
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Canberra
Beasley
London
Cap W Scott-Kemball Dies in Adelaide
Cope Wo Scou-Kemball, longtime shipping master on the Australian coast, died in Adelaide yesterday after an illness of many years. He was a regular visitor to Pirie, commanded the Adelaide Steamer Company’s Spencer Gulf motor vessel Moonbeam, and recently relinquished command of the Mouita about six weeks ago.
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Cope Wo Scou-Kemball
Australias
Adelaide
Yententay
Pirie
Spencer Gulf
Winel
Mouita
Weather and temperatures report from local day to day
The clipped page notes daytime high and nighttime low temperatures with times and barometric reading, listing locals such as Moxiiquin Monts and Miaxinint. It records sunset and wind and presents a brief thermometer reading and barometer value for the day.
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Yestenay Moxiiquin
Indian Seamen Before Court
Indian seamen from a park ship appeared in Ty Pine Police Court yesterday. McMalsoah pleaded guilty to indecent language and was fined 10 with costs and 21 more costs on another charge. Mayador was found guilty and fined 10 with costs. Constables Bo Stevens and D. J Hansberry testified about the arrest on Ellen Street and the accused’s behavior.
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Ty Pine
Esterday
WA. Bollmeyer
Vivian Sinclair
John Mayadura
Carlos McMalson
Maya
McMalsoah
Simuchinto
Bolliveser
Mayadors
Bo Stevens
D. J Hansberry
Ellen Street
Weather Outlook With Scattered Showers Southeast
State forecast notes few clearing showers in the southeast with otherwise fine conditions. Winds will be light and variable. Temperature near minus nine degrees in some areas.
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Pam
Vestyrdas' Igiuperanites
Bryleanne
Syle
Melbourne
Pirie Poultry Show set to open with 700 entries
The Pirie Poultry Bird and Kennel Club plans a patriotic show to be opened by Dr. G. K. Williams on Saturday afternoon at Mary-Erie street. A club record of 700 entries has been reached with birds from Adelaide Wilkungy Tounda Peterborough Jamestown and Gladstone among others. Judges include W Goodenough Frey W Skeges and W Hockey. Mr E Tilrett, president of the South Australian Poultry Association, will attend, welcomed by Mayor WH Thireadgold. Ten pounds in prize money and trophies will be awarded, with hope the event grows into the state’s largest of its kind.
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Pirie Poultry, Bird, and Kennel Club
G. K. Williams
Mary-Erie Street
Ay Adelaide
Imen
Messrs
W. Goodenough
Frey Poultry
Bantams
W. Skeges
Broken Hill
W. Hockey
Jamestown
E. Tilrett
WH. Thireadgold
Nayor
Pirie
Federal approves temporary out of work allowances
The Federal Government will pay temporary allowances up to £2 10s a week to adults disemployed for any purpose during the three months from August 15. The scheme covers workers out of employment and provides allowances for those 18 and over and dependent spouses, with weekly amounts varying by status and family size.
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Feder
Yonidl Cels
Dazzling batting at Lords dazzles England in run chase
London Tuesday saw a bold Dominion Eleven innings surge against England. After an overnight 145 for nine, the visitors pushed to 936 before lunch, then Miller and Constable produced a breathtaking stand of 91 in 35 minutes. Miller struck seven sixes and 13 fours, ending with 85 while Constable added 40.
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London
Lis
England
Dominion
Rus
Miller
Constanes
Constaree
Celebrations on VP Holidays at Pirie Town Council
Pirie Town Council held celebrations marking VP holidays with remarks by Mayor W H Threadgold and Alderman O I Davis. Local groups including The Den’ Glib and Associated Sutlers contributed to the festivities, with a notable fireworks display and thanks extended to volunteers and smelter workers for their holiday service.
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Riel
Ald
Davis
Jewsantil
Australia
Vination Wien
Fie
Phen
Badge Sales For St John Work Raises Funds
Badge sales totaling £63 18s for St John Work supported ambulance divisions in Pirie and local streets. The appeal was aided by Superintendent WM Gillaurs Ine Wo A Harrison and Lady Mubuier OMeerth, with many volunteers listed, and aims noted for public service during a period from Novena to April 23.
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Pirie
Gillaurs
A. Harrison
Mubuier
Vass
E. Burton
Brinkweter
Forgan
Nitorf
Mary
Wo Taylor
F Widtun
M. Mexuniler
P. Bee
Heyer
S Malennin
Collins
Joynhe
Vi Thole
Hawke
J. Hoekine
Ko Mwerson
J. Kueh
A McNamara
Merting
B. Mannis
J. Paxton
N. Shovidan
Stet
Vicks
B. Hg
Winnie
Muller
Tre Pawn Council
Dieudwin
Hanesland
Baler
MD G. la Davis
Death of Mr E H Bills in Pirie South
The death of Ernest Harold Bills of Wandearuh road Pirie South occurred Sunday at Peterborough after a sudden seizure. He was 65, had traveled widely, farmed at Eyre Peninsula, worked in the Luthering trade at Caltowie, and was a keen naturalist and poet. He moved to Pirie two years ago to live with his daughter. The remains were interred in Pirie Cemetery. Mrs Bills, four daughters Greta Brenda Mary Win and one son George Bills survive, along with several daughters in Peterborough Kensington Gardens Whyalla and Peterborough.
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Ernest Harold Bills
Wandearuh Road
Pirie South
Peterborough
Cams
Billy
Funesia Centre
Bills
Laura
Eyre Peninsula
Jim
Caltowie
Adelaide
Pirie
Wanilarah Road
Ethel Kirk
Greta
George Gordon
Brenda
Wo Matthess
Mary
Mes. G. Herde
Kensington Gardens
Win
R. E. Ericksson
George Bills Whyalla
Petrol Tickets May Go In October Rumor
Tuesday reports from New South Wales indicate the petrol ration ticket system may not extend beyond next month. W Gregory Weerary of the Service Station Proprietors’ Association said there was talk that October tickets would not be printed and that motorists would soon be assured supplies and tankers, with rationing ending once guaranteed.
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Sydney
Tprere
W. Gregory Weerary
Norman Street Peace Day fatality inquest held
Frank Caputo waterside worker of Gertrude street faced trial for reckless driving after the inquest in Pirie Courthouse found he caused the death of Mrs Susan Bridget Davey on Peace Day. Ten witnesses testified as Caputo admitted uncertain movements and dodged definite answers about the night of the accident in Norman street while the car was used.
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Pirie
Frank Caputo
Gertrude Street
W. A. Bollmeyer
Susan Bridget Davey
Davey
Norman Street
J. Warren
Det
Slinger
Capi
Capito
Stinger
Capitelb
Statio
Overnight Courtroom Drama in Pirie Death Case
In Pirie Courthouse Det J Slinger testified about the death of Mrs Davey, detailing a long session with a witness who appeared intoxicated and uncertain about the crash site. The man admitted drinking beer all day and offered inconsistent answers on sobriety and involvement, hinting at possible town-wide implications.
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Caputo
Mat
de Shinner
Pirie West
Fort
Budget Preview Hints Possible Tax Reductions in 1956
Canberra reports next week’s Budget presentation for 1956 may include last minute tax relief. Officials have quietly studied revised tax scales and salary tables, aiming to pave the way for concessions if the Budget recommends them. Full Cabinet has not yet considered the proposals.
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Canberra
Tuculay
Suengih
Pirie Town Council Meeting and Local Injuries Update
Present at Pirie Town Council were mayor W H Threadgold and nine councillors. A bicycle collision in Sixth Street left a boy with a lacerated lip and nose. several staff and residents remained in Pirie and Jamestown hospitals with injuries or aftercare. Three female and five male births were recorded in the period.
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Mervyn Lester
Sdes
Pirie Hospital
Sixth Street
Inshis Totty
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Hidena Rubinettines
Prests Limited
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Det J. Slinger
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United Sates
Women's Army Corps
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Pirie Town
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M. Connelly
Crs. P. Clark
G. Dey
HV. Rich
H. L. Blucher
J. L. Williams
M. M. B. Middleton
M. J. Gilligan
Gladstone
Arthur Hector
Jamestown Hospital
Mely
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