Power supply key to Broken Hill smelter plans
Broken Hill Associated Smelters chief M L Baillie says major Pirie expansion hinges on a cheap, assured electricity supply. He outlined a long term research driven program and noted government interest in Leigh Creek coal basin as a potential power source for northern South Australia.
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Worthen
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Ottawa Agreement Violated Senate Attacks Britain
Senator Thomas Vien criticizes Britain for brazen violation of the Ottawa Agreement by withholding import licenses. He claims Canada’s interests are ignored and that the action signals a complete embargo rather than a tariff war. Weather and daily temps follow, with scattered coastal forecast.
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Thomas Vien
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Britain
Ottawa
Canada
Associated Press
Senate
HMAS Pirie Delayed and Port Arrival Change
HMAS Pirie, a corvette, was delayed after its Christmas Eve arrival and will now reach the port on January 2. Telegram from Commander S. Ro Symonds informed Mr. W J Threadgold, the mayor, of the change, with details to follow. HMAS Pine had been announced to arrive December 24 for a stay in port, with arrangements made to entertain the personnel.
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Pirie
W. J. Threadgold
Adelade
Port Augusta
Western Australia
Pirie Junction
Iial
Iiva Srain
Perenne
Adelaide
Youth Fractures Wrist After Beach Incident
On Monday evening Harry Hlenwoud of The Letracy sustained a fractured left wrist after a beach incident. He received first aid, was transported to Pirie Hospital, and admitted for treatment.
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Christmas coal supply assured for Pirie housewives
Amid fears of electricity and gas restrictions, Pirie residents are assured of gas supply for Christmas. Officials urge households to economise, while a coal train from the Graz Company faces delays. Adelaide trains run to ease holiday travel with perishable goods moving regularly.
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Pirie
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Adelaide
Bern
Indian Federation Envisaged by Congress Leader Gandhi
Gandhi urges Congress to envision a free democratic state and behave wisely, arguing for a national federation that honors regional rights while preserving central authority. The call signals a shift toward structured unity amid debates over federation principles and self governance.
Morotai Troops Protest Postponed Return of Australian Forces
Fragmented dispatch describes Morotai protest about delays in repatriation of Australian troops, with 200 men sold in Morotai and ships reassigned to British reinforcements. It notes British, European casualties in Java and concerns over examining postwar governance and rights.
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Java
Brue Oollen
Avveral Ealy
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Wedby
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ALF
Ohana
Primary School Successes Progress Certificates For 87 at Pirie
Principal awards progress certificates to 87 pupils at Pirie Primary School marking improvements in reading writing and arithmetic. Teachers praise steady effort and engagement across the term with standout gains from several students.
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Pirie
Food For Britain Appeal Widens to 87 Students
A school driven drive named Food for Britain Appeal plans to distribute meals to 87 pupils, 15 boys and 0 girls, at Pirie Primary School tomorrow. Mr C Banit announced the initiative, with grade awards and demonstrations by pupils and visiting officials from the Warwick education division.
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C Banit
Fiat Duces
Edith Monee
Robert Eliz
Trevor White
Tol Ralswards
Ao Ieen
Season's Hottest Day 105 Degrees on Monday
Yesterday's weather brought the summer's peak with 105 degrees recorded as the hottest day of the week. Clear skies and a falling barometer preceded a chance of showers, while three-figure readings marked the season's heat in recent days.
Hospital Patients To Be Sent Home In Sydney Crisis
Sydney faced severe power shortages as New South Wales officials ordered hospitals to discharge patients except maternity and urgent surgery cases. Health Minister Kelly linked actions to ongoing energy limits with warnings of further restrictions to follow if the situation did not improve, while works minister Cahill announced additional controls may come into effect.
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Sydney
South Wales
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Nediess
Gonnally
Skeleton
Cahill
Eioigh
Vleethien
Indonesians Resist Says Premier
Indonesians resist, says premier, as Batavia officials convene on new British military patios following the Singuwe conference. Observers warn of possible war, with extremists opposed to British plans and calls for stronger local resistance to deter large scale action.
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Batavia
Sulu
Linnie
Broken Hill Medical News and Military Honors
Mrs KL Sparks of Paik receives a telegram announcing her brother Sgt Strano’s award of the Military Medal for service on Bougainville. RLELIS editor reports life turns for Cook and Moruisy, with medical wards and hospital notes for local residents including Mr Pd Stumge, C Bahwin, and Stoker Po Flows.
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Spt
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Balhwwk
Russell
Rlelis
Cook
Drastic Cuts in Adelaide Embrace Power Restrictions
Adelaide authorities plan far reaching electricity limits next week including a ban on domestic lighting after 9 or 9 30 pm and curbs on street and wharf lighting. Broadcasting hours may be reduced to one hour daily as part of the measures.
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Adelaide
Wurther
Commonwealth To Share Cost Of Coal Acquisition Scheme
Canberra reports Prime Minister J B Chifley stating the Commonwealth would share financial commitments if an acquisition and distribution scheme for coal were implemented. The Commonwealth and New South Wales governments continue examining the proposal amid constitutional difficulties and awaiting outside legal opinion on powers.
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Canberra
J.B. Chifley
Commonwealth
New South
Food fund in sight for Britain aid drive
The Country Women’s Association and local groups report strong response to the British guest envelope drive. Envelopes arriving at town hall and homes indicate good donations with proceeds to Adelaide for distribution. Scouts and public collections support the appeal as funds and parcels are prepared for onward delivery.
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Country Women’s Association
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Eady
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Solomontown School Reports Progressive Year and Award List
Solomontown school officials said the year showed progress with improved facilities and sport equipment. Progress certificates will be awarded to listed boys and girls including Ernest Boughton to Brian Willian and Nay Bes to Hazel Griffin, among others.
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Glux
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Denis Hawke
Brian Cunninghan
Barbara Hulze
Charles Davis
Rosemary — Schneider
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Verna Huddy
Ron Holze
Jot Huddy
Leon Hutchinson
Noel Jarvis
George Johns
Robert Lathe
Don Marshall
Ray McKay
Leslie Nestor
Norman Oaklands
John Roadock
Colin Sims
Denis Smith
Norman Turner
Ross Walton
Brian White
Brian Willian
Nay Bes
Shirley Coleman
Duroth Colin
Toy Dele Dallaway
Marjorie Vis
Dowle
Hazel Griffin
Enid Hawke
Margaret Jose
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Melbourne tennis doubles results and schedule update
Hyomwich and Quist led a long match in Melbourne before fifth set delay caused by halted play. Replay scheduled tomorrow. In men doubles Bromwich and Quist beat Long and Hemheve 6-1 6-3 6-2. Brown and Benes defeated Holland and Newcombe 6-2 6-4. Harper and Brodie defeated Rocavert and Kirby 8 7 56 362. Crawford and Pails beat Hopman and Sedgenun 6-4 5-7 7-5 4-4. In women's championship Proa and Jones defeated Peapensett and Hartigun 4-? (unclear).
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Quist
Sax All
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R. Benes
G. Holland
M. Newcombe
J Harper
Whyalla Plans Foreshore Works And Cultural Drive
Whyalla broadens its outlook by funding a £20,000 foreshore project over ten years with help from Broken Hill Proprietary Company and local unions. Plans include a Unity Building community center, a grief depot, and improved roads, streets, and footpaths. The Town Commission seeks a permanent civic home amid growing cultural and social initiatives.
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Crowds Tour Art Exhibition at Missions to Seamen Hall
Crowds filled Whyalla on Saturday for an exhibition of 74 paintings lent by the Royal Australian Society of Arts. BSP superintendent R T Kleeman opened the show, which runs 10 days to bring national art to country centres and broaden local cultural interests. A Gallup Poll invites visitors to select the top three works. Mrs Vera Dow helped launch the event, challenging earlier doubts about the town’s interest in culture.
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Broken Hill
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Seamen Hall
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Whyalla’s Future Shipbuilding Efforts at Round-Table Talks
Whyalla union executives met with BESP officials in a round-table session to seek peace in local industry and explore a formula for cooperation and a permanent shipbuilding future. The informal talks aimed to iron out doubts and tensions affecting the industrial front.
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Whyalla Union
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Jnstil
Santa Clocks in Early at Whyalla Christmas Treat
Santa Claus entertained about 2 500 Whyalla youngsters at Horwood Railways Sports Club Hall for a Christmas treat. Kids enjoyed free ice cream sweets and cool drinks as Mr Cliff Emes distributed gifts to every child. Railway Shorts Club secretary Mr R Boscence said members funded special treats for five members' children.
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New Hours At Shipyard
Shipyard workers shift to eight to five hours with all hands starting at 8 am and finishing at 5 pm. The previous two-section split was replaced to reduce transport strain, with the company offering transport adjustments and additional shipyard train service nicknamed The Spirit of Protest, plus potential extra buses.
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