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Lachlan (Forbes, Parkes, Cowra) · Railways, roads & transport

Railways, roads & transport, 1926

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Great White Train Mayor Whitby’s Address-Cont

Cowra Free Press · Friday 29 January 1926 · page 5

of a loop line from Blayney to Murrumburrah, was largely instrumental in inducing Parliament to adopt the proposal. The primary objective of…

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Tri-weekly Train Service On B.S.R. Line

The Wyalong Advocate and Mining, Agricultural and Pastoral Gazette · Friday 29 January 1926 · page 4

Some time ago, the Southern Area Commissioner advised that the twice weekly service on the Barmedman Rankias Springs line would be…

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Displays on the Great White Train Caldwell’s Wines

Cowra Free Press · Friday 29 January 1926 · page 6

A review of these discloses, in the first instance, a tastefully arranged display of Caldwell’s wines. This old-established Australian firm has made…

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The Main Roads Act Statement by Mr. Buttenshaw Leader of the Country Party

The Wyalong Advocate and Mining, Agricultural and Pastoral Gazette · Friday 29 January 1926 · page 11

From correspondence received by members of the Country Party, and from various comments in the press, it is obvious that, many of our…

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Peace Time Appeal to Patriotism Great White Train’s Misson “Buy Australian-made Goods” Cowra Citizens Impressed

Cowra Free Press · Friday 29 January 1926 · page 6

Over 5,000 residents of Cowra and district passed through the Great White Train, and waxed enthusiastic over the wonderful displays. The promoters are gratified at the wonderful response. They are satisfied that the novel boost of Australian goods has had its effect, and that the message of the League has reached every home…

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Around Australia by Motor Car Noteworthy Feat by Woman Driver

The Wyalong Advocate and Mining, Agricultural and Pastoral Gazette · Friday 29 January 1926 · page 4

"Thanks to Plume Motor Spirit and Gargoyle Motor Oils, Oldsmobile Car running splendidly. Having beautiful run. Kind regards…

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Motor Hill Climbing Extraordinary Test

The Wyalong Advocate and Mining, Agricultural and Pastoral Gazette · Friday 29 January 1926 · page 8

Advices from 'England state that the annual award of the Royal Automo bile Club for the most meritorious performance or contribution towards…

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Trail of Blood Motor Victim Found

The Wyalong Advocate and Mining, Agricultural and Pastoral Gazette · Friday 29 January 1926 · page 8

J. J.Muiz, Shire Engineer at Cudgegong, Mudgee was the victim of a motor accident, near Windeyer. He crawled on his hands and Knees…

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Motor Notes (By "Spark Plug.")

The Wyalong Advocate and Mining, Agricultural and Pastoral Gazette · Friday 29 January 1926 · page 7

Nowadays it Is customary to approach every subject of enquiry into human peculiarities from what is called the psychological standpoint, and…

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Better Than Horseracing. Thrills at Motor Sports. Motor Cycle Racing Proves a Great Success

The Forbes Advocate · Friday 29 January 1926 · page 12

"More exciting than horseracing." Such was the general opinion expressed by the record crowd of…

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A Page of Interest to Motorists Motor Notes

The Forbes Advocate · Friday 29 January 1926 · page 8

Noisy brakes are due to peculiar vibrations set up in one or more parts, due to the friction of the brake lining on the drum. Usually a…

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Camp Street Bridge

The Forbes Advocate · Tuesday 2 February 1926 · page 2

The bridge spanning the town lagoon at Camp Street having reached the limit, of its age of usefulness, is to be replaced by a new structure. New…

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Leapt From Pyrmont Bridge. Attempted Suicide. Sydney

The Forbes Advocate · Tuesday 2 February 1926 · page 2

Frank Morey (58), a laborer, leapt from the top rail of Pyrmont Bridge into the harbor last night. He was rescued suffering from concussion…

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Mutilated by Train Unknown Man's Death (By Wire) Sydney, Monday Night

The Wyalong Advocate and Mining, Agricultural and Pastoral Gazette · Tuesday 2 February 1926 · page 1

A man unknown was run over and mutilated beyond recognition on the railway line near Gordon this morning…

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Breach of Motor Act

The Forbes Advocate · Tuesday 2 February 1926 · page 2

Mr. R. Meillon appeared for John William Higgins, and pleaded guilty to a charge of failing to return registration and number plate of motor…

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Main Roads Act

Western Champion · Thursday 4 February 1926 · page 9

From correspondence received by members of the Country Party and from various comments in the Press it is obvious that many of our…

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Crowd Rushes Train

Western Champion · Thursday 4 February 1926 · page 19

There were ructions while the Great White Train was at Cowra (says a telegram from that centre). Crowds gathered at the turnstiles,…

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The White Train

The Forbes Advocate · Friday 5 February 1926 · page 12

The general committee in connection with the Great White, Train movement will meet at the Council Chambers on Friday, next. Mr. C…

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A Risky Road

The Forbes Advocate · Friday 5 February 1926 · page 12

The Rydal Road is rapidly acquiring a reputation for car smashes, the latest addition to the list being on Sunday night, when an Alvis sports…

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Trundle Train Off Line

The Forbes Advocate · Friday 5 February 1926 · page 9

The Tullumore mixed train had a mishap about 3 miles from Trundle on Tuesday at 1.30 p.m. A water truck and 10 goods trucks left the rails and…

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