Flood danger shifts to lower Richmond Brisbane
Two hundred people sheltered on two high ground patches at Woodburn waiting for flood water to recede. Cattle driven to high ground marooned. Broadwater damage and evacuated residents in Pesidenite area. About one fifth of Lismore underwater. 2600 people housed in schools and fielding centers with food aid. Remnants on far north coast including New South Wales towns facing rising flood risk. Grafton and Lahor impacted. temporary shelters in many locations as river systems swell.
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Jarmary
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Lismore
Gala Down
Liman
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Wolen
Homslam
Lahore
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Rivir
Lamon
Pinnan
Chiney
Tnt Bo
Marooter
Wales
Eilen Poethnewa
Dover
Pranie
heFerinig
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Ottona
Flood Disrupts Telephone Lines Across Brisbane Area
In Brisbane severe floods cripple telephone services causing delays of hours for calls. Residents faced communication gaps between Sydney and Brisbane as power outages and damaged cables disrupted lines, with emergency crews and utilities working to restore service and safety.
Freighter Becomes Focus of Sydney Voyage Disaster
A damaged, partially legible report recalls a long sea voyage from England to Sydney. The 60 foot freighter Prinswane and crew faced a chaotic night with gunwale drifts and mangled rails. Passengers describe heavy seas, a night of fear, and a perilous landing near Sydney.
Unlawful Killing Charge In Scotland Yard Case
Harold Poland, president of the AW war party, faced an unlawful killing charge after a man, Andrew Percy Jackson, was struck during a disturbance. The case involves flood relief, naval assistance, and regional damages. details reference emergency actions and commissions in the North Coast area.
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Arisbaita Harold Poland
Yerserday
Willam
Andrew Percy Jackson
Nunanine
Sunramisen Ahckern
Iene
Mone
Stanley
Etrwellen
Baturday
Wilsa
Bolase Tilt
Waland van Minyea
Hais
Free Medicine Restrictions Debate in Commonwealth
Fragmentary report outlines government clash over free medicine policy in the Commonwealth. References to the BMA and government figures in Canberra and Bermuda McKeeie. discussion of prescribing limits, cost concerns, and potential reform to ensure access while balancing pharmaceutical prices. The piece notes a forthcoming conference and a letter from the Prime Minister to the BMA.
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Srishank
CommonWealth
Medina
Otto 1
Ryshin
Witd Ress U University
Goxenmont
Joris Ax
Canberra
Harmo
Holloway
Birds From Home Travel Reported Across Regions
Fragmentary OCR reading notes birds journeying long distances via various regions including Taroughs and Quasualand, with mentions of lanes and routes toward La Wand, plus two additional regions, as reported.
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Alles
Quasualand
Riradiereace la Wand
Expansion plans and capital estimates in Canberra details
The fragment outlines a large capital expenditure project valued at £98 million tied to Canberra expansion before September. It mentions interest-based components, a figure around 1,000,108, 4d, and names Mr Chiffy in the Hole WP Repengmta. It references production of timber and rubber products, alloys, and industrial materials, with scattered mentions of various projects and locations.
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Canberra
Telian
Mallios
Chiffey
Oweseas
Fogesth
Toodania
Cubber
Producto
Fruetiera
Nate Parker
Cluttiie
Corser Attacks Dedman in Commonwealth Shipping Debate
Fragmentary OCR shows Mr Corser attacking Mr Dedman in the House of Representatives over shipping policy. Mentions masking up, private enterprise, sugar from wharves, and tonnages for Maryborough Roeland and other places with plans for loading sugar and fuel products. Deadpan recount notes Ashley, Hammond, Dowdian, and Benatar Auhley, plus loading facilities and future transfers to several ports.
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Commonwealth
Corse
Representatives
Tedman
Hamonds
Dowdian
Benatar Auhley
Wittee
Queensland
Parioulany North Gueenadand
Tue
Aout
Orn Bates
MG Degman
Aahiy
Gisela
Queens ‘Tod Port
Dedusin
Benator Ashley
Mir Ghiftey
Bémonds
Hanlon
Aukar
Roeland
Valsywaterday
Maryborough
Wbiindaere
Aevkhana
Murenison
Miabane
Maryi
Potent Menace in Pacific Policy Sparks US Australia Debate
In a wartime style briefing, analysts discuss Japan's growing role in Pacific affairs and the potential for a wider conflict. Debates center on how America and Australia should respond to perceived threats from Japan, Germany, and shifts in Allied relations.
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Aimerion
Adusterilisaton
Japan
Pacific
Australia
de Katt
Jamie Hie
Dr Bratt
America
Juoma
Hua Vited Bkaten
Honain
Africa
United States
Massa
Aurcialib
Sumewha
Germany
Washington
76 Arrests Communist Round-Up In Malaya
A Malaya government roundup detained about 76 suspected communists in a Kuala Lumpur operation during a midweek sweep. Officials say many detainees are Chinese teachers or recent arrivals. seizure of weapons occurred and authorities seek expurgation powers to curb communist influence.
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Malaya
Meuter
Igh
Ipoh
Kuala Lumpur
Tax Check Big Swoop On South Burnett Farmers
Hundreds of South Burnett farmers faced tax summons as the Department of Taxation conducted a large scale inspection. The move targeted individual farm operations and involved notices to over 4200 peanut growers and other rural workers. Penalties of up to 100 were possible for noncompliance, with inspectors seeking testing and paperwork to confirm earnings and deductions. Local growers were required to attend hearings in June and July, with consequences for those who failed to appear.
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Hesnaurny
Kingaroy
Hay
Drewertt
Ariel Paveral Weenigs
Puetrere
Adviainie
Hiern
UN Tarmini
Ion
Australian parties clash over Japan delegation plan
Canberra reports strain as Country Party and Liberal Party clash over representation to Japan for a forthcoming parliamentary delegation. Officials debate the makeup and leadership, with Labor and government factions weighing the risks of alienating allies while Queensland and Western Australian MPs weigh their roles. The delegation, to visit London and Tokyo, may include Speaker Rosevelt and Deputy Ewes, and could last several weeks.
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Canberra
Preity
Country Party
Cottery
Labour Party
He Weston
Mona
Jegasion
Wil Tone
Quernoland
Tanner
Comaiat
Wit Oimaptien
Doverns
Vist
Japan
Lumi
Chvarn
Tigne
Raweven
Sunday Stop Threat Hits Newport Rail Staff
Eighty workers of the Federated Avenue Divers and Firemen's Association at the Newport power home face double time on Sunday. State secretary of the PRESPA says the man’s decision will be endorsed by the Weare Executive at Tuesday’s meeting. Labour and Liberal party delegates to parliamentary ties and overseas industry studies are noted in the report.
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Suchmond
Litinore
Uss
Kamien
Milion
Eatias Algegyielty
Rome
Gurl
Federated Avenue Devers Snd Firemen's Association
Wellwase Power
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Crow
Prespa 1Mr
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Waa Fortain
Weare
Amoctation
BP Nnion
Mle
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