Intercepted in mid-Pacific by an Australian armed merchant cruiser at midday yesterday, the Italian liner Romolo was set on ...
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Article : 60 wordsAt the meeting of Hawthorn council last night, Cr. Pridmore suggested that, during the war period, the Union Jack be flown dally above the town hall as a symbol of liberty. ...
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Article : 60 wordsAn amendment of the Health Act to prevent bakers taking back unsold bread from shops and small stores was sought by a deputation which waited ...
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The Age (Melbourne, Vic. : 1854 - 1954), Thu 13 Jun 1940, Page 8
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