Plans to Protect Britain From War Horrors
Prime Minister Neville Chamberlain appeals in a national broadcast about voluntary national service. He stresses preparedness, civilian protection, and the democratic stance against compulsory service while urging Britons to study the National Service Guide and choose their form of service with help from advisers.
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Britain
Australian Broadcasting Commission
Neville Chamberlain
Prime
Chas- Derin
Kate
What World Owes To Mr Chamberlain
Sydney Tuesday report quotes Mr S M Bruce High Commissioner saying Chamberlain saved the world by meeting Hitler at Berchtesgaden on September 16 1938. Bruce argues Australia could not have stood aside and that German bluff was not deterred by the risk of global war.
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Sydney
Chamberlain
Herr Hitler
Berchtesgeden
SM. Bruce
Australia
Bruce
Hitler
Britain buys Argentine wheat to replenish government stocks
Adelaide reports Britain purchased about 37 000 tons of Santoquin wheat from Argentina to refill government stocks. Prices paid at 24 76 per quarter, roughly 4d per bushel below Australian rates. A 400 ton shipment of Scottish wheat to Liverpool for February sailed at 31 per quarter, with 300 tons to The Hamneysia for February shipment at 28 6. Western Australia cargoes sold for 5 per quarter. Prices to farmers held at 71 per bushel for old crop and 8/24 for new.
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Adelaide
Tusadsy
Pommern
Lead futures slip across London Metal Market
Lead prices in London metal market quote show declines across several contracts with forwards down and spot readings slipping. Mentions of Alead, electrolytic, forged, and standard contracts indicate broad weakness amid market reopening and varying forward levels.
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Suelaide
Tuesdas
Jadial Oetal Tofiberg
Ieee
Mitre
National Drive Next Month Plans for militia volunteers
Melbourne reports plans for a national drive in February focusing on militia volunteer recruitment. Prime Minister Lyons notes broad civilian support for defence preparations and the defence budget aims. A national register is prepared for cabinet, while industrial and maritime measures are refined to bolster mobilization and finance.
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Melbourne
J. A. Lyons
Mer
Lyons
Commonwealth
Australiean Polit
Succesa
Phusiamme
Tiv Hid
Amy
Citizens' Defence Movement Formed in Melbourne
Thirty Melbourne leaders from sporting bodies and other organisations have formed the Citizens Defence Movement to secure cooperation for universal military training across Victoria. They argue solitary measures failed and are inequitable.
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Melbourne
Victoria
Fall of Barcelona Reported as Rebels Near Barcelona
Australian Associated Press dispatch from London says Spanish rebels captured the Liobregat mine, the last defense of Barcelona. The advance threatens Manresa and other surrounding positions, with heavy bombardment reported as the city faces potential fall.
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Australian Associated Press
London
Dem
Liobregat
Barcelona
Smirry
Manresa
Window of Store Broken in Prince Street Incident
A sedan mounted the western Eyre Street curb near Prest Limited and crashed into a large glass window. Misa M. Ishorne of Prince Street, Shiamantasy, was driving. the impact smashed the front jamb and damaged displays. Constable J. Olw reported the car remained on the footpath with no injuries reported. The broken pane measured about 4 by 7 feet, causing scattered glass on the floor.
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Prests Limited
Elles Street
Misa M. Ishorne
Prince Street
Shiamantasy
Whitein
Ellen Street
Sporting Farewell to Sgt Noblet in Pirie
Large gathering attended a complimentary farewell in Pirie town hall as Sgt GE Noblet, nearly 12 years with the force, was praised for police service and sporting conduct. Speakers highlighted his fairness, a devoted wife, and the broad goodwill he earned, with wishes for future success.
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GE Noblet
Fifie
Pirie
Noblet
Nbn Werraconte
CR. Man
Giles
Set
Sgt
Mes Noblet
Urey
Foe Swecenry
Sgt. Noblet
Swemnes
Sandery
Dadeen
Set Noblet
Wis
Max
Keithen
Nobby
G. Lambert
Hookmakers
Clik Sports Club
Noblet Honored at Pirie Farewell Ceremony
A town gathering praised Sgt Noblet for decades of tact and service. Speakers lauded his police work, community relief, and sporting dedication, gifting him a gold watch and pipes as Mrs Noblet received a women’s watch.
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Threwdgold
Sgt. Nobiet
Pirie
Sgt
Noblet
Homor
Sgt. Noblet
Inspr. Giles
Adelaide taxi crew linked to violent robbery case
A Stirling court heard Frederick William George Fort, a Melbourne Street Adelaide taxi driver, was robbed after two men he drove to Stirling allegedly planned to “finish him off.” Fort described a struggle ending with a blow from an iron bar and a punch, as police hunted the attackers for hours. Challenger and Sewell faced charges of robbery with violence, with Fort identifying a tie and belt as items used in the assault.
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Adelaide
Stirling
Stirling West
A. J. Copeland
Frederick William George Fort
Muesbury Street
Kennington
Anish
Atralahi
Feo
Ely
Staupen
Tilus
Sbrines
Strlini
Una
McConnell
Swellug
Salina
Stirling Valley
Stieline Missutil
Mussell
Navin
Jamusry
Vieline
Niey
Mhursdine
Applieu
Iavell
Challenger
Kalt Kompany
Sewell
Rita William Street
City
Mount Harker Road
Upnesdt
Brwutal
Longmore
Meath
Bnip
Slajlir
Monene Kort
Goly Challenger
Ty Wien
Mount Barker
Sid Paty Wens
Gopeland
Elf
Gapeland
Fork
Murray Bridise
Gonstale Ghyetandl
Micaby
Challumeer
Wim
Bopeland
Hopeland
Tye
Hardon
Chatkeneer Sali
Haltenenr
Chandon
Palestine
Britain
Wilisle Iones
Jveitaalens
Munsell
William W Vod
Stage Curtains At Town Hall Discussed At Meeting
Fong delayed action on stage renovations at Pirie Town Hall was debated at a recent meeting of the council. A firn had been contracted but delays due to a member's death stalled progress. Alterations were approved with samples and patterns, and the tender price of £125 was agreed to complete the work, expected long overdue. The mayor and Ald Davis supported proceeding, noting the equipment was obsolete and improvement was needed for town users.
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Fong
Pirie Town Hall
Fon
Coffey
Ald Coffey
Ald Davis
Finger severing incident at work sparks hospital transfer
A worker in Sylumontown, identified as Mr Tirviobs, severed a finger at the job and was taken to Pirie Hospital after the accident. The event disrupted the shift at the factory and prompted staff to reflect on safety. Attendees at a following gathering praised the organization and the staff.
Future of Palestine Conference in London
London reports indicate that Dominions Secretary MacDonald will invite Arab and Jew delegations to separate meetings on arrival. The aim is to hear all viewpoints before a round table discussion on the future of Palestine and possible statehood arrangements.
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London
Mac‘Donald
Dominions
Local Hospital Notes and Farewell Social Held
Mr Murphy of Lily Street Ellendiate is discharged from hospital M Mc Ellen a bean on Lotsa Pirie Hospital. E B Coe of Mount Guilett makes satisfactory progress after an ion for Se Mr W Fairlie of Selomontown has not been discharged from Pirie Hospital. Visitors to Pirie attend a complimentary farewell social for Set G E Noble in the town hall supper room with Mess Whitford MLC T McKay Treloar and W Flannagan.
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Mr . Murphy
Lily Street
Ellen
Diate
Lotsa Pirie Hospital
E. B. Coe
Mount Guilett
W. Fairlie
Selomontown
Pirie Hospital
Pirie
G. E
Noble
Town Hall
SR Whitford
T. McKay
Treloar
W. Flannagan
Danish farmers group tours Australia and New Zealand
The Twelve-Man Union Danish landowners and large-scale farmers arrived with Mr Folmer Li tcha and Dr Z D Lando from Canberra in Melbourne. Major Wilkinson met them for the Victorian Government to study agriculture and dairying. Rear-Admiral Bonham Carter was named naval secretary to the First Lord of the Admiralty. Rev J Gates is transferred to Adelaide and Rev John Nesey will join Richmond parish. Mr Katz was elected unopposed Victorian branch president of the Clerks Union for a fourth year in secession.
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Folmer Li Tcha
Z. D. Lando
Denmark
Melbourne
Canberra
Major Wilkinson
Victovian
Twelve-Man Union
Bonham Carter
Turner
Elms
Sussex
Admiralty
J Gates
St. Kenatius
Richmond
Victorial
Adelaide
John Nesey
St. Patrick's College
2 Katz
Melbourne ‘Trades Hall’ Council
Clerks’ Union
Refugee Value Sparks New Industry Debate
In Melbourne on a Tuesday, a meeting of manufacturers discussed how migrant workers affect industry. The chairman noted a recent inquiry from a major shipyard and argued that Australian workers could gain employment if wharf and related roles opened. Policymakers stressed competitive strains and the need to attract European capital while sustaining sound equities.
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Meyer
Commonwealth
New Tennis Pails and Sidwell Shine in Melbourne
Melbourne Tuesday saw Dinny Pails and Will Sidwell emerge as rising doubles stars at the Australian championships. They fought Hopman and Schwarz, with Schwarz hindered by a leg issue, as Pails and Sidwell showed promising volleying and tactics. Other men’s doubles results included Crawford and McGrath beating Holland and Weston 6-4 6-4 6-0 and Clemenger and Harper 6-3 2-6 6-2 6-3.
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Melbourne
Sednex
Dinny Pails
Will Sidwell
Hopman
Schwarz
Schwartz
Hipmay
Crawford
Grath
Holland
Weston
Turnbull
Long di
Clemenger
Harper
Quit
Brown Gilchray
Hancock
Pails
Sidwell
Sydney Trams Telescoped In Collision Near Camperdown
Sydney reports two trams collided with great force in Camperdown trapping passengers as 40 were injured and 20 admitted to hospital. Witnesses say the leading car was pushed forward. drivers disputed whether the front was moving. Ambulance crews aided panicked riders including many children amid shattered glass and fear. Policemen and an injured driver were attended to at the scene.
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Sydney
Camperdown
Theram
Wach
Lee F
Derkes Gies
Bol
Bushfire Relief Subscriptions Reported
Subscriptions totaling 318 pounds were made yesterday to the Pirie fund for relief of bushfire distress. The record notes donations from local citizens and mentions contributions received at the city hall and from the Smelters Office.
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Pirie Fund For
J. F. Noll
Seo Smelters
Doctor's Fitness in Question at Lane Hospital Inquiry
Extraordinary scenes marked last night’s Lane Hospital Commission sitting as Dr. Cutsle faced inquiry into conduct. The crowded court, packed with farmers and townspeople, heard testimony amid interruptions and a scene where a commissioner threatened to clear the coldroom.
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Sydney
Lhst
Lane Hospital Commission
Cutles
W. Lewis
Curdle
Henchman
Bull Attacks Man In Adelaide During Inquiry
Tuesday Lunnay, 34, suffered abrasions after a bull on his chain at home charged him. The inquiry session ran 7:30 to 10, focusing on Dr. Cuttle’s conduct and fitness to act as honorary doctor at Junee Hospital. He denied bullying nurses and claimed board invitations, while discussing Sister Hutchinson and alleged hospital staff disputes.
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Adelaide
Lunnay
Dr. Cuttle
Cuttle
Junee Hospital
Guttle
Export of Iron Ban Extended Sought
Representatives of the Australian Council of Trade Unions pressed for an extension of the prohibition on export of iron and ore. Mr A Lyons and Mr R G Menzies heard the appeal, with McTyne promising to convey the views to the Cabinet soon.
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Melnounne
Ustravnsian Ounul
Rane
T A. Lyons
Pelime Minster
Re Gi. Menzies
Mlurmex-Ganeral
Tran
Vnstile
Mc Tyne Aald
Joral
Farina Rail Line Flood Delays Repairs and Services
Floodwaters from recent rains cut the Farina to Adelaide railway line, delaying repairs. Commonwealth officials at Park Augusta report water covering the track near Farina, with crews standing by to fix once floods subside. Submerged ballast and limited access will slow reopening, though extensive damage is not expected. The North West line remains unaffected except for minor ballast issues and delayed express trains from Adelaide.
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Adelaide
Raima
Wold
Farina
Commonwealth Railway
Park Augusta
Parte
Murrea
Farina Ia
Sovers Shalus
Lisdar
Werth
Lnter
Pontaawit Telegraphs
Uth
Barrow Creek
Vix
Air field updates amid heavy rains and transport disruption
Weather and air service notes report extensive rain in the North and持续 disruption to aerodrome operations. Aerodromes at Trumant Creek and Allen Street face delays, with plans to reroute Matesby to Daly Waters if conditions improve. Reed reports from Kool in the Far North suggest rain will boost stock feed through the season and improve surface water.
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Dix
Finve
Commonwealth Railways
Oryaemanen
Tse Dnan
Oodnadatta
Allenst
Daly Waters
Oodnadatte
Dalry Waters
Nouilvice
Hillinea Airways
Fenn
Jermansal Water
Dalgety Co
Tad Cole
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MR. Chamberlain
Teupr. Giles
Mms. Noblet
Mickean
Ja Gemieman
D. Yates
Broken Hill Associated Smelters
Mainclothes
Conta Loe Wels
Mesors
Goute Uacusce S. G Cottell
Pirie Club
Th Shothews Bookmakers
HVS
Auepiers
SR. Whitford
APLC
Aaleep
Tirviobs
Mt Thy
Juin Katze
Sylumontown
Monkey
Lambert
E. Madigan
Messrs
E. Morgan
W. Malycha
F. Paparelli
Future OF
Faira Carrieponnemt of
the “ Reale Fascista
Mr. M. MacDonald
Melbourse
Anefugers
Mamefartyres
Pails and
Gewading Cat
Enquiry
Bull
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