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North West (Tamworth to Moree) · Railways, roads & transport

Railways, roads & transport, 1916

634 stories in North West (Tamworth to Moree)'s papers · page 6 of 32

Railway Disaster. Tasmanian Express Derailed. Four Persons Killed. Large Number Injured

The Tamworth Daily Observer · Thursday 17 February 1916 · page 2

A terrible railway accident occurred on Tuesday when the Launceston [?] bart express left the line as a result of which four people were killed, twelve…

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Wool Sales. Fine "Bridge" Figures

Moree Gwydir Examiner and General Advertiser · Friday 18 February 1916 · page 6

John Bridge and Co., Ltd., have had several fine sales this season, each of which has disclosed results of an outstanding Character. Their…

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Railway Disaster. Tasmanian Express Derailed

Moree Gwydir Examiner and General Advertiser · Friday 18 February 1916 · page 3

A terrible railway accident occurred on Tuesday, when the Launceston Hobart express left the line, as a result of which four people were killed,…

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Tasmanian Railway Smash. Sydney

The Tamworth Daily Observer · Friday 18 February 1916 · page 2

The condition of the injured passengers in the Tasmannian railway smash continues to Improve. No further serious developments are…

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Duplication of Railways. To the Editor

The Tamworth Daily Observer · Saturday 19 February 1916 · page 6

Sir,—Your leader in Tuesday's issue is to be commended, for it distinctly points out the absurdity of the Government in boasting of the large sum of…

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Wireless on Railway Trains

Manilla Express · Saturday 19 February 1916 · page 6

The advance which has been made by American scientists in the practical application of wireless is illustrated in the successful use of wireless train…

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Two Motors of 160 H.P. Each

Manilla Express · Saturday 19 February 1916 · page 6

"The new flying boat," said Mr. Woodhouse, in his description of the now British aerial wonder, as quoted in the same article, "has two motors of…

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Interesting War Notes Aero-motors

Manilla Express · Saturday 19 February 1916 · page 6

An ingenious combination of aeroplane and motor-car is now being used by the French army for the purpose of transporting troops and food and…

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Train Economy

The North Western Courier · Monday 21 February 1916 · page 2

Many English railways are making important alteration in their passenger train services. The main changes are:—Many expresses…

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The Vacant Railway Commissionership

The North Western Courier · Monday 21 February 1916 · page 2

Mr. Cann's and Mr. Hoyle's names are mentioned in connection with the vacant position of Commissioner of Railways. Mr. Cann denies that he…

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Aeroplane Attack

Moree Gwydir Examiner and General Advertiser · Tuesday 22 February 1916 · page 2

It is stated that the Vienna, papers give authority, to the statement that a large Russian aeroplane carrying four aviators dropped thirty bombs on…

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Tramway Collision. Sydney

The Tamworth Daily Observer · Wednesday 23 February 1916 · page 2

A collision between two trains occurred at the corner of Hums and George Streets, City, this afternoon. Both ears were, damaged. The passengers were…

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North Shore Bridge. Sydney

The Tamworth Daily Observer · Thursday 24 February 1916 · page 2

The Minister for Works has [?] to take steps in the coming session to obtain leave to proceed with the North Shore bridge. The cost will be under…

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North Shore Bridge

The North Western Courier · Friday 25 February 1916 · page 2

The Minister for Works has decided to take steps in the coming session to obtain leave to proceed with the North Shore Bridge. The cost will…

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Husband Killed on Railways. Widow Receives Compensation. MAITALND

The Tamworth Daily Observer · Friday 25 February 1916 · page 2

At the Maitland District Court to-day Charlotte Ann Morris of Duun's Creek, Paterson, widow of Walter Albert Morris, fettler, who was killed on the railway…

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Singer Motor Car

The Tamworth Daily Observer · Friday 25 February 1916 · page 4

The familiar yellow waggon and white horse of the Singer Sowing Machine Company has been superseded the Singer motor, car for delivery…

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Railway Revenue

The North Western Courier · Friday 25 February 1916 · page 2

Mr. Tweedle, the Narrabri stationmaster, has obligingly forwarded the volume of business transacted at the local station during January, and…

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Railway Claims

The North Western Courier · Friday 25 February 1916 · page 2

If the claims for increased wages recently filed by the Railway Unions are granted it will mean an increased cost of half a million per annum to…

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"Open the Road to Paris." Most Critical Offensive of the Whole War. LONDON

The Tamworth Daily Observer · Saturday 26 February 1916 · page 2

German officers inform neutml corrospondents thatthe new offensive is a desperate effort to break the French fortress line and open the road to…

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Railway Smash at Erskinville No Lives Lost. SYDNEY

The Tamworth Daily Observer · Monday 28 February 1916 · page 2

An engine drawing 10 trucks crashed into a dead end near, Erslcinville Station yesterday afternoon. Massive timbers Were torn from tho[?] foundations and…

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