Rights of Railway Employes Questioned in Parliament
Adelaide debate centers on a proposed railway regulation banning outside employment for officers and staff. Mr Homburg seeks a bill to limit side work, citing service integrity while some leaders urge council handling and further discussion. Adjournment called by Mr Fr. Comdon to continue tomorrow.
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Adelaide
Homburg
Sailway Mien
Ag Amin
Castine
Alan McEwin
Fr. Comdon
Germany's Order Shapes Terms by Mid September
Germany imposes terms as King Carol faces deadline by mid September. Russia signals opportunistic policy while Spain stays cool toward Hitler, shaping European alignments ahead of any new moves.
Teuton Aviators Entangled in Diplomatic Moves and War Losses
Romania agrees to talks with Bulgaria and Hungary to avert loss of territory. Germany warns that failure to reach an agreement by mid September will allow it to dictate terms. Danube mining planned and Russia shifts toward opportunism. English air raids claim three districts report loss of life. Britain rejects Red Cross status on German planes. Spain shows cooler stance toward Germany.
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Tertory
Romania
Bulgaria
Hungary
Germany
England
Moscow
Rwilin
Uwey
Gertuany
Belzowle
M. Wsiswily
Rumania to Confer With Hungary and Bulgaria
Reported in Bucharest that Lonbus Humania agreed to open talks with Bulgaria and Hungary on territorial claims. Germany allegedly gave Romania until September 15 to meet demands or face a German settlement, with broader implications for Soviet and Balkan alignments.
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Associated Press
Lonbus Humania
Bula
Hungary
Berchtesgaden
Hitler
Associated Press of America
Bucharest
Germany
Romania
Loss of Life Reported in Dover and Southeast England Attacks
Unofficial counts indicate two enemy planes were destroyed during Monday's Dover raid. Air Ministry notes enemy bombers struck towns in northeast and southeast England with civilians killed in southeastern strikes and towns across East Anglia suffering bomb damage.
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London
Dover
Air Ministry
Noutheast
England
Germans Trap British Forces in Aerial Duel Triumph
In a bold exchange, German fighters set a trap for British airmen as raiders engaged above. British pilots countered swiftly, driving the Germans into retreat, culminating in a complete British triumph amid chaotic combat.
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Daily Mail
German Red Cross marked seaplanes spotted near UK coast
Observers noted German sea planes painted white with Red Cross markings over British convoys within miles of the coast. They carried wireless and were used for reconnaissance and salvage, seen early July. two were forced down, one near Hartlepool and another in the English Channel near Walther, crews becoming POWs.
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Germany
Taly
Red Cross
Hartlepool
English Channel
Walther
Major Tinted
Iin Siljutant
Nike Boru
Fighting in Africa and Air War Stresses Press
Fragmentary report describes Western League and allied forces engaging in Africa and air operations. Mentions Cairo, supplies, aviation units, and ground actions with references to U.S. and allied roles and ongoing combat in the theater.
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Cairo
Eiglibaarians
Musale
Teiki Sun Ursin Et Air
Tonfay Mussevets
Leader of Federal Opposition Rejects Menzies Offer
Mr Curtin said he would not submit Menzies letter proposing five or six Labor portfolios in a National Ministry to a meeting of the Federal Executive in Sydney. He expressed doubt about the PMs offer amid ongoing General Election tensions and the状 unclear coalition dynamics.
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Haneer
FC Wry
Curtin
Menzies
Tennis for War Funds in Melbourne Gathers Support
Norman Brookes, chairman of the World Tennis Association of Victors and today shut Adrian Qulut hin with fits suggestion to raise funds for the war effort. The proposal read to writing that world peace for the Davis Cup should be opposed and to convene overseas meetings. Vie Amentows association had called for a meeting, with plans to raise about £400.
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Melbourne
Tuvsdas
Norman Brookes
Luwo Tenis Association of
Vie
Tors Amd
Adrian Qulut
Wip
Lo Amanieg
Vie Amentows —Association
Merteng
Norman Thught
Winton
Volunteers Seek More Drivers in Pirie Meeting
At Pirie Town Hall a Volunteer Service Detachment gathering discussed expanding driver roles. Members urged swift decisions and immediate practice, aiming to form a dedicated unit with new women drivers joining soon.
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Pirie
Voluntees
Sersie Helgehment
Pirie Town Hall
Tassie Rummnatityr
Sslin Sruisswal
Strems
Death of Mr Ook to Kid Tursiluy
Fragmentary notes indicate a death involving Mr Ook, a husband, and a manager's agent. The record mentions Mrs Melville and an absence of comment, with references to espionage and a foreign correspondent role. The text is garbled and contains unclear names and events.
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Australian Associated Press
Kid
Houter
Melville
Absottre
Fea Tandon
Playing at Politics Mr Lacey's Complaint
An unusual political note centers on Mr Lacey and a disputed issue. The text hints at debate over leadership, public reforms, and civic duties. Intricate phrases reference committees and legal actions, with scattered mentions of a vote or decision pending.
Lady Whiskard Dead After Lingering Heart Trouble
Aged Lady Whiskard died following several days of illness due to heart trouble. Geoffrey Whiskard of High Court Tarleat noted the long illness and sudden decline leading to the death. Her passing is recorded in local society notices with condolences offered to family and friends.
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Sydn
Aily Winskard
Geoffrey Whiskard
Australian Wheatgrowers Federation Chief Calls for Higher Advances
President F Cullen and federation leaders urged the government to raise advance payments for wheat growers beyond four pence in the latest protest. They argued the current level is inadequate and would harm the season and farmers' prospects, with calls for stronger support and timely action.
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Melbol Tse
Tiesto Howe
Theromunonyealthey Mint
F. Cullen
Australian Wheatgrowerr Federation
Gullen
G. Afurnham
Victerian Wrest Feng
Uhm Federation
Problem for Premier Problem for Premier
Fragmentary OCR text from a local page mentions a civil service issue in Adelaide and includes garbled names. The readable parts reference Jehovah's Witnesses, civil service context, and a location. No coherent event details or dates are present to summarize beyond noting a disputed civil service matter linked to religious group involvement in Adelaide.
Fragmented parliamentary debate on information rewards and reform
A garbled report outlines a heated session about information rewards and potential reforms. References to Abbott, Hilliard, and broader policy questions surface amid claims of government measures and legal constraints. The text is heavily distorted but centers on parliamentary scrutiny and procedural changes.
Thermometer readings show yesterday's high and low
The report records yesterday's maximum at 65.7 degrees and a 24 hour low of 48.7 degrees ending at 8:30 am, indicating a mild day with a cool morning.
Submarine Sinking Noted in Royal Australia Award Mention
Fragmentary text describes a submarine sinking and a royal Australia award for gallantry shown during Coastal Command operations. Mentions a Portuguese submarine and ongoing duties, with unclear personal names and dates.
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Melboliene
Naluwly
Wenthen Halla
Hho
Royal Austrafia
Nie Homboom
British
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Gemg
Portugal
Brown Coal Declared Not Economic by Government
In Adelaide a government inquiry into brown lignite fields in South Australia found that conversion of lignite into power or petrol is not yet economically viable. The first careful investigation outlined limited potential and ongoing uncertainties.
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Adelaide
Somh
Australia
McKensle
Youths Death In Broken Hill Heavily Reported
Broken Hill reports a youth death linked to personal safety injuries with conflicting statements. The coroner mentions self inflicted harm and other injuries amid court notes and investigations involving several teenagers.
Tragedy Unfolds As Youth Firearms Incident Unfits Town
Witnesses describe a fatal shooting and suicide amid a chaotic scene near the Aballoirs with Shirley and William Williams named among those involved. Sydney Gell Williams and Leslie discussed the events as police investigated a boy’s actions while bystanders recounted tense moments, leading to a somber court remark on the tragedy.
Trial for driver in fatal utility crash near Enfield
At the inquest Patrick Henry Geoghegan, the utility truck driver of Tidworth Crescent Reade Park, faced a charge of causing the death of Aro Wells. Witnesses estimated the vehicle's speed varied up to 70 mph before the July 29 collision on Main North Road Enfield. Dr Crosby noted Wells suffered skull fractures. Moore of Main North Road described seeing the truck approach, hear the crash, and the vehicle speed away. Bartholomew Ricken testified to a hotel disturbance earlier that day. The inquiry concluded with a verdict pending.
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Patrick Henry
Aro Jono Wel
Tare
Arthur Johnsta Cyele
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Enfield
HL Lewis
Patrick
Henry Geohegan
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Eht
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Itis Hotel
Pam
Wey
Meni
Waykbuew
LeWies Rickey
Claruien
Sefton Park
Syed
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Vicarys
Reever
Enield
No Proclamation Delays Training Enlistments in Adelaide
Compulsory service trainees in South Australia face delays as Canberra delays proclamation. Army officers will assist at area offices tomorrow to begin enrolments without a formal proclamation. Three age groups 22 23 and 24 are affected. 18 year olds already examined await unit assignments. Keswick authorities have prepared the enlistment machinery for immediate action once Canberra confirms.
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Women for Men's Adelaide Tuesta Premier weighs female wartime role
Mr T Playford said the government may use Lady Marie Barnslay-Harvey to form an organization to train women for work normally done by men joining the fighting services. Lady Muriel argues women can contribute now mainly to Red Cross and comforts but may be needed for broader tasks in the future. The Proms reply rejects a scheme from Wales to reinvest for Tarn bout sold that Bowty Sent wanted to absorb ite.
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Adelaide
Tuesta
T. Playford
Marie Barnslay-Harvey
Fighting Services
Playford
Muriel
Ned Cross, Comforts Fund
Proms
Wales
Bowty
Personal updates from Pirie rail and town figures
Mr R Brows of South Australian Railways resumes chargeman duties at the loco sheds after a month on sick leave while Mr W Morgan, caretaker of Piste Town Hall, has recovered enough from illness to move about slowly. Also, Pine manager L J P Hoper of the South Australian Farmers Union is out and about again and Adelaide Bunge manager Hl J Cook was treated after a car accident. Mr L Dick of Sydney, injured in the accident, is progressing in private care.
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R. Brows
South Austalian Railways
Pirie
W. Morgan
Piste Town Hall
L. J. P. Hoper
South Australian Farmers’ Union
Hl. J. Cook
Adelaide
Bunge
Aus
Pirie Hospital
Sister Bray
L. Dick
Sydney
D.C. Neilson
W. Raftery
Sixth Street
Parke West
Ermal
Solomontown
Registration sought by alien in Melbourne case
Larsen Mang Cormeling, 60, of Norwood, was fined £1 with costs £24 in Williamstown for failing to re paint within the specified period. He said he had lived in Williams town for five years and that he had applied for registration as an alien in January. The painter’s conversion of citizenship is noted in court remarks.
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Dali
Spain
Leahey Thers
Stistiioet
Franco
Sebastian
Broken Hill
Tursday
Louile Cecil Williams
Shirley Heltmann
Survivinia Vietha
Wie
Wiltiames
Ty Whus
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Ware
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Leslie
Shirley
Hye
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Richard
Wil
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