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Newspaper
Wellington Times
Location
Wellington, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Dec 01, 1941
Page
3
The Commissioner for Railways Mr T J Hartigan discusses two passenger types, the link between transport and national development, and the challenges of NSW’s early railways. He notes cost constraints, engineering feats, and the practice of route deviations, duplications, and the shift to heavier locomotives in the evolving network.
An old advertisement urges sufferers of painful piles to use Doan's Ointment for relief. It describes piles as dilated veins of the lower bowel aggravated by cold or constipation and notes potential need for surgery in severe cases. The copy also claims eczema and itchy skin can be helped. Do not confuse with other Doan's products.
The text traces the railway survey from Mt Victoria to Lithgow, noting the early Zig Zag route via tunnels and viaducts opened in 1869, the Baldwin engine gains to 670 tons by 1910, and the modern 1100 ton capacity with the D57 engine. It explains the 1910 route change removing the Zig Zag, line duplication, and current capacity, plus the need for further grade improvements and Darling Harbour works limited by finances.
Jeanette McLeod, niece of Mr and Mrs H P Buckley of Thornton Street, was knocked down by a cyclist on the footpath Saturday morning. She suffered a cut lip and facial injuries as pedestrians warn that footpath riding is rising with new concrete strips. Experts urge police action and parental education to curb the danger.
The National Rationing Ministry warns that Liquids Fuel Control Board inspectors may demand licenses ration tickets and records on petrol sales and purchases. Noncompliance could lead to penalties up to £100 fine and six months imprisonment under National Security Regulations.
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