Bushfires spread in NSW prompt city help request
Desperate graziers appeal for aid from Sydney as fires race through western New South Wales. Efforts to dispatch city volunteers underway aided by The New Guard and Graziers Association. Transport may test government response, with metropolitan buses offered. Rain needed soon to save millions of acres across Bourke Wilcannia and Cobar districts with firefighters exhausted.
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Victorian bushfires checked as wind shifts in Melbourne
Following a wind direction change yesterday firefighters gained control of the fires in the Victorian timber areas. Today officials said the position is well in hand, with only weather conditions deciding if outbreaks occur again.
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Melbourne
All Quiet in India United Service Calcutta
Reports from across the country describe a swift government strike against Congress leaving the opposition bewildered. Authorities avoided prior stalling tactics, preventing a civil disobedience movement from forming. Some reaction includes active support from European and Indian businessmen opposing boycotts.
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Congress
Reform Rallys Rise Across India Amid Calm Before Storm
DELHI Thursday notes that the Viceroy has achieved a notable victory over Congress, yet Indian opinion coalesces around reform. The era’s bright sign is widespread meetings and resolutions urging restoration of normal life and trade, even as pessimists warn the calm may precede renewed tensions. Foreign press extracts suggest Congress has limited support abroad.
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Seizure of Funds Hits Congress in Bombay
In Bombay the Criminal Investigation Department seizes fifty thousand rupees from Congress funds. News from Calcutta reports India remains quiet with little likelihood of civil disobedience nationwide.
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United Service
Calcutta
Congress
Bombay
Criminal Investigation Department
India
Steam Tug Yacka To Leave Pirie For Whyalla Monday
The steam tug Yacka will depart Pirie for Whyalla on Monday January 11 at 7 am instead of January 8. She will return the same day.
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Whyalla
Innstead
Rhynie Outbreak Probe Fails in Fire Mystery
Police keep watch near Rhynie as detectives question a man with oversized boots whose trucks were found near Mr. B. C Plew’s property. He denies involvement in the fire and investigators remain in the district awaiting any new clues or a move to Adelaide.
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Paris fashion heads toward simpler spring styles
United Service London reports Paris dressmakers plan simplified spring modes as women revolt against cumbersome outfits. Pyjamas and petticoats vanish and divided skirts gain emphasis for practicality. Shevisn will feature, hats tilt, brimmed hats stay moderate. For men the silk scarf returns, blue and white spotted ties popular, bowlers worn, brown and blue overcoats favored.
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Paris
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Prince of Wales
Rough seas on English coast threaten shipping lanes
A series of Atlantic storms battered southern England with heavy seas in the Channel. The Monitor barge crew were rescued by a Southend lifeboat after the vessel sounded. The longboat from the destroyer Whirlwind capsized, with one seaman dead and five saved. Lifeboats operated along the south coast to answer calls.
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English Channel
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Whirlwine
Brighter Outlook at Port Augusta Sees Prosperity Return
Port Augusta and Eyre Peninsula show optimism amid rising wheat prospects. Mayor Ke H.thunter cites plans to ship up to 500000 bags this season, with Hammond aiming for 100000. Pastoral improvements follow a period of abnormal conditions as holiday turnover pleases business. Hon. A P Blesing notes unprecedented buoyancy during his Eyre Peninsula visit.
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Youths in frail canoe chased by shark off Adelaide
Two youths Jack and Ken Dover in a weak canoe were swept by a shark for hundreds of yards near Gledgilad while the sea ran rough. As the shark closed to 15 feet, they paddled furiously to escape, the animal circling the craft until they grounded and leaped free.
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Adelaide
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Two Rooms Destroyed in Fire at Stark's Dance Hall Site
An unoccupied four room wooden structure adjoining Stark's Dance Hall in Solomon town was badly damaged by fire yesterday morning. Pirie Fire Brigade arrived after a 5.14 am call to find the building well alight. Firefighters saved the rest of the premises though the two front rooms were reduced to shells. The owner is Mr. W. S. Stark of Dorothy Street Solomon town and the property was insured with the Royal Insurance Company. The house had been unoccupied for three weeks.
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Lorry Capsizes Near Port Broughton Injures Knapp
A motor lorry overturn near Port Broughton injures Albert George Knapp aged 23 of Pirie and injures H E Hill, Mrs V Keelan, and others. Knapp sustained an almost severed ear, fractured jaw, and facial injuries, and was taken to Pirie Hospital after initial care at Port Broughton. Others suffered facial cuts and less serious injuries.
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Popular citizen Mr W H Graham dies in Pirie hospital
William Mingh Graham 56 a long time Pirie resident and smelters foreman died at Pirie Hospital on Wednesday. A former wharf foreman at Broken Hill Associated Smelters he was famed for dedication to duty and loyalty, his Masonic and Forresters Lodge service, and his role with Pirie Amateur Rowing Club. He left a widow and a 33 year old son Kenneth a fitter at the Smelters.
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Increased staffing at factories as year ends
Hundreds of men in South Australia found work in the last month of the year. Employers report rising orders since late November, prompting larger staffs. Notable increases include 200 more at Holden's motor body builders and 430 at T. J. Richards. Seasonal gains also occur in fruit preserving cordial and ice cream works and in drapery stores.
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Eyes on Future Lausanne Conference Shapes Britain's Timely Move
The government signals relief if Lausanne opens before January 18 with Parliament resuming February 2. Sir John Simon notes Ramsay MacDonald and other ministers may attend if the conference proceeds without delay, stressing Lausanne as pivotal to Europe’s peace and wartime alliance.
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Riots in Spain Leave Dozens Dead or Injured
Twelve persons killed and 60 seriously injured in clashes in four Spanish villages. Rumors of a revolt by city guards and a dictatorship were denied by Premier Azan. Seven killed and fifteen severely injured in strike riots at Amedo. Dead include women and children. riot followed dismissal of eight factory workers triggering a general strike.
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Ragged Urchin Becomes Famous Talent Named Eileen Joyce
United London reports a ten year arc from a nine year old girl to a celebrated pianist. Eileen Joyce, Tasmanian by origin, trained three years at Leipzig and endured years in a furnitureless tent before moving to Kalgoorlie for schooling. Backhaus and Grainger praised her growing skill.
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Run Down by Train Near Gosford
Sydney report of Edward Lloyd of Croydon struck by the North Coast Express at Charlinaival near Gosford. He was hurled high, dragged along buffers, and hurled against the station fence tearing panels. The body was severely mangled.
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Taking Their Time England Australia Flight Arrives Naples
Jenking and H Jeffrey of Melbourne arrived in Naples after a leisurely flight to Australia. They take turns at the controls of their aeroplane. The aircraft has a speed of 105 miles an hour and a range of 800 miles.
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United Service
London
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H. Jeffrey
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Naples
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Aching
Schmelling and Walker to Fight 15 Rounds for World Title
Heavyweight champion Max Schmeling will meet Mickey Walker in a 15 round title bout. both boxers are set to sign articles tomorrow for the world heavyweight championship clash.
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Sigw
Smithy Leaves London for Rome Flight Plan Revealed
Air Commodore Kingsford departs London at 3 this morning aiming for Rome weather permitting. The Southern Star lists Mr Allan and Mr P Q Taylor, an engineer replacing Mr Hewitt, aboard the voyage.
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Rome
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Hewitt
Ford Plans Cheaper New Models Amid Resumed Leadership
Detroit reports Henry Ford has resumed leadership of the Ford Motor Company and plans an improved four cylinder and an all new eight cylinder car. The goal is a model priced lower than any rival in the market.
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United Service
Detroit
Henry Ford
Writ Withdrawn in Libel Action Against A. W. Lacey
Mr. C K Sparrow said yesterday he received notification from his agents that the discontinuance of the libel action against him had been notified on behalf of Mr. A W Lacey.
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