A Roman Catholic hut for the spiritual and recreational use of soldiers was blessed and opened at Brighton Camp yesterday. More than 1,000 persons were unable to ...
Article : 432 wordsMilitia units in Tasmania selected for training during the first period will go into camps of continuous training from August 31 until November 29. ...
Article : 270 wordsADOPTION by the Government of recommendations in a report concerning the maintenance of jetties throughout the State will involve a modification ...
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Article : 163 wordsThe home of Robert Lawrence Lidgett, who occupies premises over the Riverview Service Station. Sandy Bay Rd., was burgled on Thursday night while Mr. Lidgett was at ...
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The Mercury (Hobart, Tas. : 1860 - 1954), Mon 5 Aug 1940, Page 4
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