Bomber crashes into tallest building in world
An Army four engine Mitchell bomber crashed into the Empire State Building in fog this morning. It struck the north side near the seventy-ninth floor, tearing a large hole and starting fires that engulfed many floors. Fifteen people were badly injured and thirteen killed, including the plane’s crew and ten office workers.
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Australian Associated Press
Sem Wong
Saranda
Empire State Building
Empire State
McChine
Devastating Japanese Strike and Sinking at Kure
Allied forces led by 1,600 British and American aircraft attacked the Kure naval base in Honshu. The battleship Hyuga reportedly sank while several ships burned, with additional ships damaged and widespread destruction noted in the assault.
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Guam
Third Fleet
Kure
Honshu
Hyuga
Fortreses Bombs Northern Japan in Early Air Raid
A United press report from Guam says Super Fortresses dropped bombs on Anwa, Japan, after refuelling at Hohn and Fwojima on outward flight. The correspondent notes such flights mean Japan is within reach of the American air force, with raids extending to the northernmost city.
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Guam
Dhat
Oyaki
Uwajina
United Hie
Hohn
Anwa
Japan
Fwojima
Japanese Premier signals intent to ignore Allied ultimatum
London reports on a Japanese prime minister stating Japan would ignore the Allied ultimatum as wartime talks continue. The text notes a stance toward unconditional surrender and ongoing war efforts without capitulation.
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London
Ba Susuki
Tad
Sen Htse
Allien
Totali
Train Collision Kills One in Paris-Marseilles Run
A head on crash between an express train from Paris to Marseilles and a munitions train near St Fon in the Rhine Province caused a large explosion. The express train failed to stop at a signal and struck the other train, killing one and injuring two. The blast was heard for miles.
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Paris
Invention of Century Promises Power Surge Car
A Yorkshire group reveals a petrol turbine internal combustion engine quarter the size and weight of current models and four times the power. Prominent scientists manufacturers and financiers call it likely the overrun of the century.
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London
Eativluid Akw
Bensunita Shore
Yorkshire Bus
Mivror Cars
Tains
Td Ocean Fiers A
Still Much To Be Done On Sewerage Scheme Discussed
In a prolonged debate Minister of Works Mr M McIntosh pressed for clearer investigations into a sewerage treatment works at Forne. Mr Hodgson’s absence delayed technical input while delays were blamed on cabinet processes. Officials said work is in hand and will be referred to the Public Works Committee once ready, with cost alone a key factor to resolve before proceeding.
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Vie
Migtnie
Melu
Attanspeebay
Modgson
Hodgson
del Op
Fat
Murigson
Winady
Public Works
Stansfi
Weather Forecast Brief From State Officials
What’s ahead shows a shower or two in the extreme south and south east with some inland northerly winds. Official forecast notes temperatures around 67 in Brisbane and 65 in Perth with Melbourne and Hobart near 58. Other towns show minor variations and a mild, unsettled pattern expected.
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Sydney
Perth
Delat
Melbourne
Hobart
Pirie
GOOD SPORTSMAN GONE GOOD SPORTSMAN GONE
Panick Sylvester Dawn reports a death at Siete Papey Hospital on Thursday after illness. Browne, once head of Glob Hotel Pirie, formed sport ties, partnered with brother J R Browne, held Pacers trophies with Baldur and Mon-Worthy, left a wife Ingrid Johanson and two children Patrick and Suzanne.
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Sylvester
Siete Pape'y Hospital
Pirie
Piri
3. R. Browne
Glob
Sufomentown
Baldur
Mon- Worthy
Bates
Baudico
Browne
Ingrid Johanson
Pirie West
Patrick
Suzanne
Barrier football club entertained visiting teams at Pine Town Hall
At Pine Town Hall a social hosted by Proprietary Junior Football Club welcomed visiting North Broken Hill Junior Football Club officials and supporters after a cordial match. Mayor praised the visitors and thanked local volunteers, while players received trophies for best and runner-up honors.
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Pine Town Hall
Juior Football Club
Naeth Broken Hill
C. J. Hart
W. H. Threadgold Shayer
Scott
Terrill
North Broke Hill
RW Brustoetretary
EC. Davies
Pine
Sach
Threadgolt
Swarte
Broken ‘Hill
H. Gusting
Cockbury
Mingary
Irena
Pirie
Ed Mahoney
Broken Hill
Iis
Mahoney
Davies
Reid
Newcastle
Tasmania
Bray
Flinders Range
Proprietary Club
Tom
A. E. Seyfang
At Hurt
W R. Smith
North Broken Hill
Teil
AE ‘Sey
Aiding New Industries discussed with Railways Minister
In the House of Assembly Mr Lacey raised the issue and Mr M McIntosh the Minister of Railways said a scheme could be developed with the Railways Commissioner and the Government to aid in developing industries in the country. The exchange touched on policy steps and potential government action toward industrial growth.
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Ince
Lacey
Railways
M. McIntosh
House of Assembly
Ise
Rmenther
Metiitosl
Peomut
Pveloryyanil
Ministreal Railways
Nile
Mister Geert
Whitewalfe
Rafied Beatulh
Cottisentier
Selene
Andy
Whyalla Sports Roundup Shows Close Semi Final Drama
Sunday match reports from Whyalla reveal a tight North vs South semi final until the final period, with South pulling away to win by three points. The card lists goalkickers and best players across multiple schools and teams, including Central West and Spartan, noting scores, players, and standout performances.
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Whyalla
Turlay
Sunior
North
South
Central
Aginst West U1
Beckman
Svettcher
Bulnaves
Burton
McEwin
Collins
Allen
Smith
Burns
Spiers
Rawling
Lavender
Herbert
Abraham
O’brien
McLaren
Evany Rivlin
Color Films of Australian Life Exhibition Notes
A report on color film projects and Australian life by Mountford highlights on unusual landscapes and aboriginal topics. He discusses interest from the National Geographic Society and plans with the Smithsonian and Commonwealth Government for an expedition into northern Australia to study life and birds while producing educational material.
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Tie of
Australia
Mountiard
Slawa
Nastia Guyern
Mountford
Toma
National Geographical Society
Washington
Flinders Ranges
Lepili
Dup Wells
United States
Mawitford
Eleetion Iu Hambershift
Chihan
New York
Douglas Mesut
Mountfard
Ache
Satuual ‘Geographical Society
Werica
Ormonwealth
Smithsonian Institute of Washington
Owtiel
Uesearch
Vinita States
Hany Gap
Hye
What Can We Do For Pirie
The Recorder interviewed W Gee of Austral Theatre about Pirie housing and urban reform. He urged gradually moving workers from Pirie West to Pirie South to improve living conditions and soil and gardens, while praising civic pride efforts and playgrounds.
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Pirie
the Recorder
W. Gee
Austral Theatre
Pirie South
Hirie
Pope
Adactive
Hospital Admissions and Discharges at Pirie Hospital
Personal notes show Mr. H Huey of Henry Street Rison Park admitted Saturday to Pirie Hospital medical ward. A patient there is Mr. J J Murdoch of Port Germein. His brother Mr A B Murdoch discharged after six weeks. Mr T Baird of Fourth Street Pirie is progressing after three weeks in the medical ward.
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H. Huey
Henry Street
Rison Park
Pirie Hospital
J. J. Murdoch
Port Germein
A.B. Murdoch
T. Baird
Fourth Street
Pirie
Used Cornsacks for Wheat Relief for Farmers
A Canberra message to The Recorder says G D Russell urged Minister W J Scully to permit reuse of aged cornsacks on the next harvest. He noted many farmers and merchants have serviceable bags from bulk wheat shipments. Scully referred the matter to the Australian Wheat Board for investigations and said price plans for barley would be reviewed by his department with a reply soon.
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G. D Russell Qutember
Grey
House of Representatives
W. J Scully
Uverstas
Canberra
Russell
Australian Wheat Board
Scully
Day to Day River Tides and Temperatures Summary
Weather item records river tides with high and low water times and levels for today and tomorrow. Includes lighting-up times, sunset and sunrise, and local temperatures for yesterday and the coming days. Noted are mood and a reverend reference among scattered garbled lines.
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Wank
Australian sea coast expedition to study bird life and marine life
Mountford announces a joint Australia America voyage to document bird life, nesting, feeding, and the marine fringe along the coast. A diving and underwater garden will be showcased with secret equipment while land work records aboriginal culture and ceremonial life using color graniera.
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Surace
Atttenton
Mountford
America
Australia
Pirie's Soul Expressed War Clothing Drive At Local Theatres
A large clothing drive for European war victims ran through Aus tral and Ozone theatres and Pirie High and Solomontown schools. Parcels included underwear and coats. top contributors listed. Fifty nine children at Solomontown and other schools earned free theatre passes for large parcels. Arbor Day holiday observed at Pirie whoul with a half day for kids.
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Great Man
Austral
Ozone Theatre
Pirie High
Solomontown
Wesk-End
Pirie
W Mayer
Austral Theatre
ANRRA
Jen Aeranded
Uckern
Barbara Green
Alas Abola
Georgina Costales
Robert Greensmith
Harold Fisher
Jonn Lililys White
Brian Quinn
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France
Agcorpine
M. Mc.Intosh
Lycerage
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Leora Telin i Beitan
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Normer
Mr. Lacey
Uase Hor
Northern District Baptist Association
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Opel
Laurie Ween
Leruwik
Durie
Leigh
Liesl Borger
Mtr
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Spartan
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P Loveday
A Atkinson
L. Gillings
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McMillan
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Arnhem Land
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Pirie, Wil
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Tomorfu
Te Foyer
Cal Piiie High
Gordon Leane
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