British migrants and White Australia policy debate in colonial view
An analysis of Australian prospects amid British migrants and the White Australia policy. It argues Britain may not fully support Australian interests and cautions against racial discrimination undermining imperial integrity. The piece contrasts British character with a broader imperial identity and hints at wider obstacles to Australian prosperity.
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Commonwealth
J. Talbot Hobbe
Britain
Australia
Pritisher
Dominions
Unclear OCR text on policy debate and proposals
Fragmented readable phrases discuss removal, labor, population, and production policy with mentions of a central plan and proposed measures. Several proper nouns and terms appear garbled, limiting coherent interpretation of event, date, or location.
Local court sentences mix of property theft and offenses
A court heard multiple cases including a man jailed for stealing a silver jug and rug, plus others given months of hard time for property crimes. The proceedings covered hotel premises trespass, and a note on notables from town, with community notices and upcoming events at the Naval Drill Hall and Town Hall.
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Wheater House
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Belo
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D Dewar
Feo
Vater
Accident on White Star liner Romie harms Waterside Workman
Mr T Lb Mowney, ailib er of the Waterside Workers Caign, suffers a severely crushed ankle when a lowered derrick ensnares him on the White Star liner Romie. Eyewitnesses say the rope around the body might have saved him from death. he is treated by a ship doctor and moved to the government hospital.
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T. Lb. Mowney
Caign
Fortuna
Mooney
Dr. Home
Mr. Mooney
Committee's Recommendation on Albany Electric Power Plan
The council weighs engineering advice from Mr Crooker on installing a new plant with a three wire system. Proponents argue reconditioning is uneconomical and private company risk is high, while others push for full inquiries and financial feasibility before commitment.
Christy Minstrels Bring Night of Music and Wit
The Christy Minstrels give an evening of orchestral overture songs, comic turns, and vocal numbers led by Mrs Mannon and Mr Star. Newcomers include Mrs Sant Lagaels and Messrs Wells Turner Samibilawils and Kusties with Albany in Mire among favorites. The show features Christy Orchestra, soloists, and a lively finale praised by a large audience.
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Albany Agricultural and Elertienitiaral Boe Etyurs
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Sant Lagaels
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Kusties
Albany
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Ier
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Tami
Emer Town
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Cruce
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Maura Wis
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Nini Meyers
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H. Mell
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T. H. Mexbilt
Mer
Ben Smith
Community notes and safety incident at Mullally event
A long page reports on school activities and local concerns including a student fall near Mullally's paddock and a search by police and locals. It covers carnival planning, associational meetings, and upcoming sports fixtures with Narrikup, North, and Nurikup teams, plus remarks on a road accident near Wicklow.
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Ramiavel
Wiesbitmuph
Mla
Smd
Wanshenagh
Deret Lipset
Ulla Iit
Milian
Pearete
Iit
Eigen- Fe
Peli Mullally
Mullilly
Miter
Wicklow
Koes Wallare
Barker
Jan Ty
Tim
Mullally Demires
Shaw
Bs Sun
Ceroll Wall
Town Hall lease transfer at Albany meeting underscores trade limits
At a Monday Albany Town Council session Mr H Wiley sought to transfer the town hall picture lease to Mr Lambert. Debate focused on consent rules and the council’s right to withhold approval without reason, with remarks on potential trade restrictions. The motion to refuse the transfer carried amid concerns over contractual obligations.
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Albany
H. Wiley
Wr. Lambert
Mr. Wiley
Downes
Lawnon
Lambert
Wiley
Stimoninis
Proposel Masignes
Lawson
Lamart
Bank Robbery Outrage at Canter Melbourne
An armed robber robs the Commercial Bank in Canter Melbourne. Teller William Chittock wrestles the intruder for a revolver, fires a shot with no effect, is wounded in the hand and foot, and the thief escapes with 268 in cash. The bank manager was warned earlier and absent during the incident.
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Melbourne
Commercial
Canter
William Cbittock
Chittock
Land
Federal Award Furor Shakes Sydney as Dispute Replays
A large and angry gathering in Sydney, led by Granville la Bone sub lranchea of the Federated Drivers and Firemen's Union, reaffirmed allegiance to the new Commonwealth Arbitration Court award. The deputy-president signaled no final decision until the dispute’s outcome is reconsidered, and the proceedings were notably disorderly.
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Sydney
Granville la Bone
Federated Drivers’ and Firemen's Union
Uhion
Pot
Commonwealth Arbitration Court
Wedding Road Tragedy Outside Wellington Church
A car out of control rammed into wedding guests outside St. John's Presbyterian Church Wellington killing one woman and injuring several others including two in serious condition. The accident occurred as guests gathered for a wedding ceremony.
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St. John's Presbyterian Church
Empire Bonnie Baby Award Won by Melbourne Child
Wembley contestant Mary Patricia Wilson aged two years eight months from East Malvern Melbourne Victoria won the Empire Nathans Baby Week prize. She is named the Empire's bonnie baby and receives a £200 award.
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London
Wembley
Mary Patricia Wilson
East Malvern
Melbourne
Victoria
Bonnie Baby
Ginning Mill Collapses in Allahabad After Rains
Heavy rains trigger partial collapse of a ginning mill in Allahabad injuring 24 workers. Rescue teams search through debris with fears that many workers may be trapped and fatalities feared.
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Allahabad
Davis Cup European Final Set By Eastbourne Results
France defeated Britain three matches to two at Eastbourne to earn the right to meet Czecho Slovakia in the European final. In doubles Borotta and Bregman beat Worsman and Godfree 6 4 4 6 2 6. Singles saw Gilbert prevail over Crochet 5 7 1 -7 8 2 and Lacoste defeat Kingscote 8 1 6 -2 th.
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London
Eastbourne
France
Britain
Borotta
Bregman
Worsman
Godfree
Gilbert
Crochet
Lacoste
Kingscote
No Confidence Motion At Council Over Health Inspector Work
Dr Lambert seeks removal of executive officers and moves to strip confidence from the health inspector and town engineers after recent events. The motion passes six to two with Downes Lambert Scanlon Metcher Wittenoom Green in support and Johns Lawson opposed. McCormick defends his record on electrical water services and sanitary duties and asks for a chance to reply.
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Lambert
Dothis
McCormick
Counci Chamber
Lambrt
Seperor
Greg
Health Board
Sanitary Contractor Contract Debate Leads to Pan Supply Decision
The Municipal Council discussed a solicitor letter from the sanitary contractor and accepted the contractor’s offer while noting a proposed fee increase was unlikely. A motion by Dr. Johns to supply 600 more new pans was carried, with Dr. Wittenoon supporting and Dr. Lembert dissenting. A rival proposal to raise prices to 6d per item and require the contractor to supply pans from May 21, 1924, was defeated. (Former items include list of leather watertight boot sale details.)
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Dr. Johns
Wittenoon
Dre. Lembert
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