Flood search for two bodies in northern Victoria yields dog clue
A large search for two missing men continues near the Macquarie River. Detectives suspect murder and disposal of bodies, with a dog belonging to one victim found near Norwan and handed to police. Residents fear the river holds further clues as debris and potential remains drift downstream.
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Sydney
Macquarie
Rubinmon
Land Hilt
Obingon
SevensMite
Norwan
Siaing
Ribinson
Fonths
Ives
Uye Bince
Hooda
Straying Goats Cause Smash On Racecourse
A collision occurred on the racecourse after goats wandered into the track area. The incident left a rider with a broken collarbone and prompted safety checks by officials. Police and race officials investigated to determine responsibility and future preventive steps.
Awatea’s Welcomes New Ship Meteorologist Member
AWATEA’S announces AMYDNEY as new ship meteorologist on Friday. Allan Mersin, officer of the Commonwealth, will compile meteorological data to aid weather forecasting for the voyage. Marin, from Tasman, joins to oversee upper air observations and wireless data sharing with Weather Bureau officials aboard the Awatea.
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Amydney
Allan Mersin
Commonweat Bares
Kraves
Weather Bureau
Oday
Sint
Marin
Tasman
New Zealand
Austad
Britain and Allies Stand for Peace Amid Tense World Crisis
In Melbourne on Friday, External Affairs Minister W. Hughes stated Britain France and their allies are committed to maintaining world peace and resisting aggression. He noted that despite German Italian threats, peaceful policy remains the guiding line, with discussions ongoing in Canberra for a possible next cabinet meeting.
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Melbourne
Vriday
W. BL. Hughes
Germany
Mary
Britain
France
Europe
Saonra
Canberra
Toowoomba Tragedy as Two Children Die in Fire
Two young siblings aged 21 and 16 died after a fire caused by a heating drum explosion in Toowoomba. The accident occurred when a large drum containing a preparation used to ease pain ignited after being moved from a cupboard. Neighbors Mr C Usner and Mr S C Johnson were nearby at the time.
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Toowoomba
Audrey
Meleusher
Cc. Usner
Slame
Alderley Warwels
SC Johnson
Life-Savers Week Fund Drive Aims for Beach Patrols
The Surf Life-Saving association leader Mr. Md Kirwan announced a weekly fundraiser to equip patrols on Queensland beaches. He noted that in nine years no fatal beach incident occurred while patrols were active and urged strong community support for better towers and rescue gear.
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Wribmane
Parmanesh
Quremi
Surf Life-Saying Association
Quewnsant State Centre
MD. Kirwan
Queensland
Uyty
Thane
Rail Disruptions From Washaways Hit Melbourne Region
Cloud bursts caused extensive flood damage across east districts, disrupting rail services and isolating communities. Roads washed out near Wangaratta, water depths forced closures on the Flume Highway toward Boringhuirat, and a school bus with children faced peril. A separate train accident near Benalla left the engine derailed and crew injured, with passengers trapped and later rescued as floodwaters rose.
NSW Police to sworn in 7000 Auxiliary Members
NSW police plan to enlist about 7000 men as auxiliary officers. Candidates pass a strict test of physique and character and undergo training before a potential full time assignment. Many will be called for special duty when needed, potentially affecting their ordinary jobs.
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Sydney
Grout
Auallary
Wales
Rae
Beneficial Falls ARISDANE and Weather Deterioration
A garbled report notes events around Beneficial Falls with references to ARISDANE and Peay, mentioning strong winds, rain and ground conditions. It describes a Thursday incident near Lunuggeweh and limited credibility of the details, and hints at prior good weather and hoped improvements.
Adequate Financial Provision for Dame Enid Lyons
Cabinet decision in Devonport to provide adequate financial support for Dame Enid Lyons and her family. Sir Burke Page states Australians expect generous provision, considering Dame Enid’s future education and upbringing of her children. Details pending, will reflect Dame Enid’s needs and family circumstances. Ministers Curtin and Clover support the plan, Hughes Casey and Surgette to Melbourne for Cabinet meetings. Burnie pickup for the vessel.
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Modawt
Wriday
Mir Karte Page
Asinoninesea
Devonport
Enid Lycra
Burke Page
Australia
Dame Said
Dr. Page
Adr
Curtin
Une Clovernant
Messrs
Hughes
Casey
Melbourne
Burnie
Aureet
Launceston
Marnoon
Mr Menzies Named New UAP Leader
Melbourne political circles report the probable leadership of the UAP shifting to Mr Menzies. A key decision to delay the election of the new leader will be referred to Sir Earle Page to carry on in the interim. The party faces political risk and uncertainty over a potential candidate.
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Melbourne
Earle ‘Page
Tirwam
Serloenty
War Risk Insurances Moves to Immediate Operation
In London on Thursday Labour MP Arthur Gresniwood questioned the timing of a peace time war risk insurance scheme. The President of the Board of Trade Oliver Stanley announced provisional enforcement with legislative safeguards. Lloyds reported price cuts on insured shipments. a cargo pool of underwriters and marine insurers will assess war risk insurances for UK routes. The pool adds 2 percent to surcharges. new rates apply to Mediterranean and Baltic voyages. Australian and New Zealand shipments not covered by the pool face a 10 percent rate.
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London
Arthur Gresniwood
Labour
Board of Trade
Oliver Stanley
House of Commons
Batis
New Zealand
Townsville Protest Targets Plebiscite Action
A fragmented report from Townsville notes a Friday protest by trades and labour groups reacting to the Queenaland Central Executive’s endorsement of AK AuKens as a candidate in the Towavie plebiscite. The scene hints at class unity versus political expediency amid local tensions.
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Trades and Labour
Queenaland
Mhesuake
AK AuKens
Oiaaern Nal
Cunriell
Northern Official Undertake Work On State-Wide Scale
A Northern Country Party offer funds and personnel to support southern party organisation for by elections in Fywneville Charters Towers and Warwick Carnarvon Dalby. Mr McDonald to oversee arrangements under the organising committee with political figures watching northern activity and electorate focus.
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Quequaland
Hue
Northern Country Party
Umsing Weorviary
Me. Benard
Country Party
McDonwid
Neewble Nneess
Worl Queensland
Autles
Fywneville
Charters Towers
Central Council
Arde- Donald
Tney
Hance Weir
Wheat Price Arbitration Delayed by Appointing Arbiter
CRISBANE Friday report states Assistant Minister for Agriculture Mr D A Gledean has not yet appointed an arbitrator to decide wheat prices for the State Wheat Board and Queensland growers. The parties have agreed to abide by the decision and await arbitration submission, following a Toowoomba agreement promising wheat at an attractive price pending final ruling.
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Crisbane
D. A. Gledean
Hig
State Wheat Board
Queensland
Toowoomba
Honours To Toowoomba MMISBANE and Engine Work
Australia saw a four cylinder diesel engine completed at Toowoomba Foundry. The unit would power a Hewite plant for a large hotel and offices at Mullshrook defence, twenty miles from Perth. Design started for Jurumy 4 with most parts made locally except fuel pump and some injectors imported from England. The Tennicity firm runs its research lab housing a sunbury.
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Mmisbane
Australia
Toowoomhe
Prop
Mullshrook
Perth
Jurumy 4
Toowoomlm
England
Tennicity
Sunbury
Fined Eight Pounds on Two Pulse Pretence Charges
A historical notice reports two counts of pulse pretences leading to fines of eight pounds. The text references various names and places in a garbled record, noting a court date and restitution. The fragmentary account mentions sale of items and a default judgment, with unclear individuals and locations embedded in the text.
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