Minister Visit Debates S.A.F. Building Use in Wellington
The Minister and Mr. C. G. Robertson visited Wellington to review the S.A.F. Building as a rehabilitation and educational site. Robertson argued the building is too large for its current purpose and urged lower rents to support private industry and local employment. Officials cited housing shortages, high rents, and the need for suitable facilities, with the Minister promising to study options and consider replacing the plan with an industrial venture.
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C. G. Robertson
M.L.A
Wellington
Robertson
S.A.F
J. H. Truman
Dubbo
Coles Delays Parliament Status After New Appointment
Melbourne Monday A. W. Coles an Independent M H R for Henry, now Chairman of the National Airlines Corporation, said he will seek legal advice on his parliamentary position. He stated that if there is any slightest obstacle he will act accordingly.
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Melbourne
A. W. Coles
M.H.R
Henry
National Airlines Corporation
Vicious Shark Attack At North City Beach
A fourteen foot shark attacked a man at North City Beach yesterday afternoon after years without incident in local waters. The victim, O D Ron Sunderland of HMLAS Lewin, sustained injuries as bystanders reacted quickly. Police and rescue crews attended the scene and transported Sunderland for treatment.
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Perth
North City Beach
Ron D. Sunderland
Hmlas Leeiwin
Red Cross Art Union raises funds in Queensland card drive
The Red Cross Art Union reports a first prize of £1060 donated to E Hunt of Rockhampton Queensland. The Christmas card campaign proceeds into early 20th century appeal, with additional details unclear in fragmentary text.
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Red Cross
Art Laken
E Hunt
Rockhampton
Queensland
Persistent heat hampers Wellington post office readings
Weather records show daily highs from Monday to Saturday with extreme heat peaking at 103 degrees Friday and 98 degrees by 2 pm today. Temperatures stayed high across the week, with lows around 68 to 72 degrees and a forecast of a potential new high by late afternoon.
Diggers Annual Meeting and R.S.A. Election Notes
Wellington branch annual meeting reports unopposed re-election of President Drew W. Savage Secretary A. E. Musgrave and Treasurer W. H. Young. Patrons for the coming year listed. Diggers races report praises public support and race club cooperation. £15 honorarium voted to the Secretary and donations to Last Post and Lone Mental Diggers Fund. Comprehensive report on proceedings follows.
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Wellington
R.S.5
School of Arts
Drew W. Savage
A. E. Musgrave
WH Young
League
Messen
L. Bitzen
Seaoecata
Digvers Raew Tigt
Venn
Ie Hurten
A. Bayly
G. Dowd
Fitzell
Diggers’ Fund
Man’s Life Saved by Carrier Action at Sea
A Royal Navy aircraft carrier operation near New Guinea saved a man’s life at sea. The rescue occurred during a high seas race scenario, with details indicating swift intervention by naval air crews. The incident highlights timely action aboard the Winder and references the perilous conditions offshore.
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Winder
New Guinea
Dissatisfaction at Waecuarie District ALP meeting
A memoir of the ALP recounts an annual Waecuarie District meeting where a resolution voiced dissatisfaction with the government's approach to the party. Prime Minister Me Chitley attended as a delegate, and the session condemned the current policy direction.
Stock Market Report Notes Volume and Price Shifts
Market reports show beef and veal values rising, with light steer prices around 10 to 27 and beef veal about 30 per 100 lbs. Sheep totals reach 12,000 with fat pens prominent. Quality improves versus prior period. stores and young flocks trend higher. lambs, hoggets, and ewes show varied gains across classes. Specific quotations include veal 30, light cattle rising, and Merino and Corriedale ewes priced from 12 6 to 21 3 depending on age and breed.
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Pennings
Armedale Ewes
Rome
League's Annual Report Submitted to Secretary Musgrave
The league's activities for the past twelve months were submitted to Secretary Mr. Musgrave and will be published in Thursday's issue of the Times.
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League
Musgrave
Times
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Lington
MR. Coles
Sunderland
Tadhae
RED Cross Art Union
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Loder
Nutty MacKelle
King Street
Lsstes
BOLS
Digger’s Annual Meeting
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Lavernntit
Feric
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