Endowment payments begin on July 1 in Britain war report
A Daily Express dispatch from Cairo reports British forces progressing toward Addis Ababa as Ethiopian and Italian positions shift. Morale among Italian forces trembles as Allies close in, with air raids on routes to the capital and estimates of 40,000 Italian troops in retreat.
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Addis Ababa
Jule
Britres
Nairobi
Welenehith
Hawaah
Hewexh
Hedama
Addis Ababe-Destie
Scropps
Patent listing for ladies' bags and coats at Raven Prices
A fragmented advertisement lists patent items including ladies' bags and coats with pricing notes from December 11 to 21. It mentions bold pricing ranges and a high fashion focus, reflecting a retail sale period. The readable text centers on product types and price points with retailer Raven.
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Andie’ i Math
Bucatn Mtn
Raven
Recruiting Official To Tour State In 1800 Fussula Rally Circuit
Deputy Director of Recruiting Lieutenant Colonel Melmes will tour the Blake region visiting central and southern areas. He will rally committees and draw rallies to boost the ALE recruitment drive by the end of April.
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Adiaiste Interna
Apel
Melmes
Eryherm
Central
Saytherm
Varn
Prosecutions In Army Boot Case
Canberra report notes army boot case prosecutions may begin promptly after passage of 0810 feek fraud act. Mr P G Spender reported no further details received from the Transport General of Army Administration as of today.
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Canberra
Thureeay
PG. Spender
Tnaprowr
Semi-Secret Session of Federal Parliament Debated
A chaotic record from a late May session shows discussions of a secret meeting, timing for parliamentary resumes, cabinet reviews, and war situation updates. Key figures like Mr. Fadden and Mr. Curtin pressed for a definite return date while concerns about secrecy and duration dominated the debate.
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Meusias
Premmi
Sesalom
A. WY
Menaiah
Fadden
Curtin
Srweig
Mulchinan
WAP
Eluckis
Parish Umpath Air
Brennan
View
Caldwall la
Tia
Mouse of Commons
Fedien
Laar
Jon Free Tara
Forde
Payroll Tax to Start From Same Date Reported
A report details the start date for a payroll tax and outlines child endowment benefits. It notes monthly payments, distribution of application forms, and estimates of yearly impact, with officials debating if the federal payroll tax will qualify as a tax deduction.
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Moll
Sespeyers
Doubtful Seats No Finality Yet
Report from Brisbane on a tight Windsor result with Mr Moorehouse leading Mr Gregory and preferences pending distribution. Flooding reduced turnout and late results show Mr Mistop and Mr Decker with slim leads. Mr Wards and Mr Smith hold or gain small margins in their wards as Labour support coalesces around Gregory.
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Briebane
Greroey
Eveet
Windsor
Mtr
Wu Aenea
Moorehouse
den Vy
Oullivan
WAP
Labour Party
Gregory
Mistop WL
Gamdgate
Decker
Mansago
Tracey (II
Smith
Carpentaris
War Expenditure Bill Passed In Parliament
The War Expenditure Bill passed all stages as M R Fadden presented figures showing current year costs totaling £672,800 before February and projected March outlays of £30,000,000, bringing the total to £112,000,000. He noted conversations on credit structure halted by the Governor-General’s death, and that emergency funding may be prepared.
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Howe
Fadden
Feruary
Tarine Manta
Labolsréritielon
Mer
Padden
Coramanwest Bank
Mr Churchill Takes Charge of Atlantic Battle
London reports at a conference with Raphael, Churchill declares he has personally taken charge of the battle in the Atlantic. The note emphasizes leadership and pledge to mobilize every resource for the war effort.
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Mr. Churchill
Atlantic
London
Raphe Presamon
Churchellh Haw
Richaens
Ewig
Uunpanee Ambumadar
Daly Tulagrephr
Bheeention
Anchons
Mataer
Mara
Mariapan
Yugoslavia
Pacific Raiders Inbound To Japan Amid Mixed Signals
Fragmentary report notes ships and personnel moving between China and Japan during the week. Mentions German forces, Pacific theater chatter, and ambiguous transport of units or equipment as tensions rise. Names and clearer details are unreadable in the OCR.
Registration of Medical Specs in Queensland Reform Plan
Brisbane reports that starting January 2 next week no medical practitioner can call on a patient without formal registration. The Medical Board will require specialists to certify claims, with reform aimed at ensuring proved and tested credentials for practice. Sir Raphael notes Queensland's move toward stricter medical oversight after years of debate.
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Brisbane
Queensland Car Service
Power Alcohol Conversion Proposed by Representative Padden
Mr Padden, in the House of Representatives, forecast power alcohol conversion of surplus wedge liquor and molasses. He said the government would likely accept the recommendation and expand production beyond rum or other spirits.
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Sixtlan
Fader
Fadain
Wold
Padden
Rapor Arran
Cyclonic Rain Brings Severe Flooding Across Far North
In Far North regions heavy rains caused major floods with four feet of water at Tully and 3360 points at Innisfail over a week. Rail lines and main streets submerged, towns evacuated, and rescue efforts continued as Johnstone River rose. An elderly couple was rescued near Banyan Creek, and a group of three were saved after a shipboard rescue.
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Tully
Innisfail
Brisbane
Thuredex
Cah
Town
Hawke
Peidey
Dende
Tom
Piood
Banyan Creal
Murray Favers
Johnstone
aUlone
Cooma
3. M. Morsburgh
Tableland Tin Co
Mt Germet
Davids
Townsville
C. ‘Cembriter
Cruineer
Mt. Carnet
Innisfail Trak Calgnt
Imie
ABC
Apm
Amd
Midsenos
Consiate
Tapani
Kimiin
Eleworti
Banyan
Abbey Inquiry into Bread Plant Sale to Government
Sydney reports a royal inquiry into the Automatic Breed Bazine Company proposed sale to the Federal Government for 24 000 pounds. Partners William Decree Melend and a brother allegedly sought 634 000 pounds, with agent Doyle to receive 400 pounds commission. Officials questioned improper offers and military tie ins. no Army canteen profits found.
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Sydney
Royal Comunication
William Decree Melend
Fala
Hue Brother
Doyle
Tiand
Comemlation
Inpany
Avis
Pact With Axis Japanese View on Uncertainty in Sydney
Tokyo reports from November show a divided Japanese view on a Tripartite Pact with Germany and Italy. Officials stress the aim to curb expansion while the public remains largely unaware of Japan's Pacific objectives and obligations.
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Sydney
Matreska
Bertin
Cure Farad
Japan
China
Nethartana
Europe
Unig
Matsuoka May Visit France During European Tour
London reports say Japanese Foreign Minister Matsuoka may visit France and hopes to stop in Germany on his return to speak privately with the public and media. He intends to inform Rome of Europe’s true situation and brief Pope Pius XII after meeting with Italian officials.
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Prince Boner
Matera
de Ln
Adler
Chin
Ste
Turnbull
Far East
Netherlands
Australia
Balavie
Singapore
Matsuoka
France
London
Atateucks
Rome
Tay
Germany
Motmicka
Europe
Mataunea
Miner dies after mine accident at Wonthaggi
Arthur Charles, 180, a miner, and Dick Aren Tel were buried by a tail of mine collapse at the Wonthaggi State Coal Mine. Charles survived 12 hours before dying from shock and injuries. Rescue teams work under pressure to free others.
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Melbourne
Arthuir Charles
Miner
Dick Aren
Aft
Charles
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