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Newspaper
Wellington Times
Location
Wellington, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Jun 06, 1940
Page
2
Coral Belle is a dwarf stocky perennial plant popular for edging large borders rockeries and massing in foregrounds. The article praises its attractive foliage resembling a small Geranium and notes its fragrance and bloom through late winter to spring. It discusses best sun exposure and care, including planting depth and spacing for garden beds and hedges.
A damaged text outlines concerns over refugee children in Australia and asks for a suitable organization to assist. It proposes forming a body to handle care, names willing to volunteer, and seeks government collaboration while listing unclear authorities and voices.
A garbled wartime rally cry urges unity and resolve against Nazi power. It praises Britain, calls on young men to defend freedom, and promises national endurance amid the Channel and air battles. Historical voice reflects mobilization and patriotic propaganda.
An unclear OCR snippet references a forecast by Mr Inigo Jones and mentions dates in July, with garbled phrases about day, night, risk, and Benn Noer runes. The readable parts hint at a historical style but lack coherent events or names to establish a definite news item.
A discussion surveys roses and other flowering plants for a wardens' garden. It notes varieties such as Gypsophila and Aubrietas, praising fragrance, color, and growth. The piece compares scent with the old breeze of perfumed flowers, urging balance of beauty and scent in planting decisions.
An omnibus advertisement promotes eight choicest roses for sale, with carriage free. It lists shade varieties and pricing details, inviting readers to order via mail from the periodicals. The offer emphasizes savings and urges readers to request the catalogue and place orders soon.
A terse note from the Defence Department in Sydney confirms allegations by Semid of Melbours. It states Count von Luckner kept a private diary during his Australia visit, naming only a few associates, none of whom were Australian sympathizers, amid fears of a broader outbreak.
A fragmentary dramatic passage features Saint George confronting evil and dragons. It depicts moral struggle, treachery, murder, theft, and righteous vengeance as a battle of good versus malevolent forces. The narrator Mary Brow concludes with a call to faith and courage.
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