Tragic Inglewood Fire After Theft and Murder Allegations
In Inglewood on August 14 a farmer named Virgin is missing after a house fire that killed Julian, the driver Smith, and Julian’s daughter in what police call a likely murder scene. The 14 year old boy and 16 year old daughter escaped with injuries, while Virgin’s hat coat and waistcoat were found nearby. Police inspect the wreckage for clues and Virgin’s whereabouts remain unknown.
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Inglewood
Raimata
Julian
V Virginy
Furniture Express
Virgin
Dorothy
Waiongona ‘River
Ratmata
Smith
New Plymouth
Moa Road Board
Kaimata
New Zealand Farmers’ Union
Wairea
Near to Disaster The Balkan Threat and Armament Bill
In a London discussion on the Finance Bill, Lloyd George said no immediate armament cuts are likely and the reverse may occur. He expressed hope that international cooperation could curb expenditure after the past year, noting ten people realized how close to disaster events had brought us.
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London
Ommons
Lloyd George
Insane Doctor Abney Struggles With Crumbling Sanity
In Marietta Ohio Dr William Abney, slipping toward insanity, attempted vivisection during jaw surgery. Other physicians intervened, he was restrained, placed in an asylum, and died soon after from nervous collapse.
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New York
Marietta
Ohio
William Abney
Dabney
Commonwealth plans 60 theatres to show Australian films
Advertising report from Australia notes the Commonwealth Government has engaged sixty picture theatres in the provinces to exclusively show Australian films during the winter months. The arrangement was announced from London on August 13 and received in Australia on August 14 at 10 5 a.m. local time.
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London
Commonwealth
Marconi Company Declares Dividend and Increase in Reserve
The Marconi Company reports a 20 percent dividend for the year and adds 100,000 to the reserve while carrying forward 155,000 pounds. The announcement was received on August 14 with London date August 15.
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London
The
Marconi, Company
Ambassadors Hear Grey Say Bucharest Settlement Approved
In London on August 13 Sir Edward Grey stated the Great Powers had accepted the Bucharest settlement. Some favored modification but none would use force to eject Turkey from Adrianople and Thrace unless others agreed to such action. He noted Britain could not shield Mohammedan powers beyond its dominions and that London had acted as a clearing-house for the Great Powers.
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London
Sir Edward Grey
Edward Grey
Bucharest
Turkey
Adrianople
Thrace
Europe
Britain
War of Extermination described by Ambassadors Conference
The Ambassadors Conference notes that Balkan states ignored treaties and pursued advantage. What began as a war of liberation turned to conquest and then extermination. The conflagration burned itself out with everything consumed.
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Balkans
Bitterness and Perversity in Europe’s War Speech
Sir Edward Grey warned that the Bulgaria war exposed racial bitterness and human perversity. He called the spectacle distressing and urged the Balkan States to grow in responsibility and seize new opportunities to secure their places in the world. He criticized the Concert of Europe for failing to prevent such happenings.
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Bulgaria
Edward Grey
Europe
Two Nations Look Toward Firmer Friendship
A statement expresses hope that both countries move toward closer ties and mutual trust, envisioning stronger cooperation and shared benefits for a brighter future.
Emperor Josef Congratulates Roumanian King on Pacification
In Vienna dated August 13, Emperor Josef sent congratulations to King Charles of Roumania on his pacification work. Charles replied that he hoped peace would be durable and bring tranquillity to the Balkans.
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Vienna
Pang
Josef
Charles of
Roumania
Charles
Riots in Londonderry Delay Parade Injure Several
Thousands marched through Londonderry as Nationalists clashed with revolutionists. Stones were pelted, gunfire fired, and baton charges drove crowds back. A mayoral figure was wounded, and police used mounted charges to clear the streets by midnight.
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London
Londonderry
W. McLearn
Isle
Fred
Medical Congress Debate on Postmortem Examination
London reports Dr McHalter of Ireland urging state netropsy after every death to determine cause. A Driblin doctor allegedly certified a death, led to a large insurance payout, and at the wake the recovered corpse complained it had not received its share.
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London
McHalter
Ireland
Remarkable cancer ray discovery reported in Hobart
Dr. Roberts of Hobart General Hospital claims a new Roentgen ray method using secondary rays with a tin plate to treat surface cancer. He reports 40 cases in three years with 100 percent cures though the method risks burning normal skin tissue.
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Hobart
Roberts
Hobart General Hospital
British Politics Abandonment of Revenue Bill in House
The House of Cummins saw the Revenue Bill abandoned after Clause 11 outlined land valuation post deductions for improvements or capital expenditures over 30 years. Unionists proposed passing the bill with time-limit omissions, while Radicals resisted changes based on Lloyd George’s pledge to drop the measure. Prettyman blamed the government for the loss, attributing it to session timing.
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London
House of Cummins
Lloyd George
Prettyman
Sulzer Impeached After All-Night Legislature Session
New York August 13 the Legislature voted to impeach Governor Sulzer after an all night session. The body found the charges practically proven despite Mrs Sulzer's claim she bore responsibility for the speculation without her husband's knowledge.
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New York
Sulzer
Wheat Handlers Strike Locks Sydney Yard Traffic
The wheat handlers strike continues in Sydney with a large block of wheat laden trucks in Darling Harbour yards and several vessels held up by the disruption.
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Sydney
Darling Harbour
Heredity and Eugenics Debate in Bateson Conference
The discussion questions whether environment or germ determines heredity. The conference condemns violent eugenic measures and warns against controls on marriage based on genetics. It plans animal experiments to study alcohol’s relation to degeneracy amid growing scientific skepticism.
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Bateson
America
Desert Fight Aids Camel Corps In Somaliland Action
London reports Acting-Commissioner for Somaliland G Arche and 20 Indian troopers with allied tribesmen joined the camel corps. After a sharp engagement during retirement toward Burno and Sheikh, 30 miles from Berbera, Mr L Harcourt commended the bravery of all involved, especially Mr Archer.
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London
G. Arche
Somaliland
Camel Corps
Burno
Sheikh
Berbera
L. Harcourt
Archer
Immigrant Chief Deems Asiatic Undesirable Under 1918 Rules
The Immigration Appeals Board in Capetown received word from the Minister of the Interior that under the 1918 regulations every Asiatic is deemed an undesirable immigrant on economic grounds.
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Capetown
Immigration Appeals Board of
Durban
Minister of the Interior
Government authorizes prosecution over Darling Harbour strike
The Government has authorised the Industrial Commissioner to prosecute the Chief Commissioner of Railways for alleged actions regarding the Darling Harbour wheat handling strike. The notice concerns intended changes in employment with respect to wages and hours.
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Sydney
Darling Harbour
Sulzer Defiant Refuses to Quit Office Amid Impeachment
Sulzer rejects impeachment and refuses to recognise Flynn as Acting Governor. He vows to use every weapon to retain power and will ignore calls to leave office.
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Sulzer
Flynn
Boilermakers Accept Wage Increase on Clyde
Members of the Boilermakers Society on the Clyde have accepted an advance of a shilling weekly and 24 percent on piecework as of August 13. The acceptance was communicated to DVANGE in London on August 14.
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London
Boilermakers
Clyde
Revolution in China Shows Signs of Collapse
From Peking August 12 the report says the revolution is collapsing as southern forces yield to better funded opponents. The outcome hinges on whether the President can form a solvent stable government in the provinces.
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Pekin
Grey warns Turkey and Balkans against provoking intervention
Sir Edward Grey urges Turkey to honor the Treaty of London and warns the Balkan states that any intervention would come from a power acting in its own interest, not from Europe or a mandate-bearing power. The Powers seek a strong defensive frontier for Turkey and oppose indemnity demands.
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Sir Edward Grey
Turkey
London
Balkan States
Europe
Opposition's Tribute to Grey in Peace Praise
Mr Bonar Law praised Sir Edward Grey for his role in European peace. He credited Grey's national mandate and British disinterestedness for strength. The speech concluded with congratulations and the belief that the greatest danger of a European war had passed.
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Bonar Law
Edward Grey
Sir ‘Edward Grey
Russia yields on Kavala dispute amid Bucharest settlement row
Vienna reports Russia concedes Kavala matter after French mediation while Austria retreats from demanding a revision of the Bucharest settlement and only withholds recognition of the treaty.
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Vienna
Russia
France
Austria
Bucharest
Reid hosts Senator Root at dinner in Sydney
Australia’s ambassador Sir George Reid entertained Senator Root at a dinner held at the United Service Club in Sydney. The call on August 14 at 10 5 a m noted the cordial exchange between official circles.
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London
George Reid
Elibw Root
United Service Club
Fasting Cure Case Conviction Upheld in Manslaughter
Washington reports the state judges sustained the manslaughter conviction of Mrs Hazzard in the death of Claire Williamson during a fasting treatment. A parallel civil suit seeks 5000 pounds for alleged autopsy desecration and malpractice by the undertakers. Dorothy Williamson, an Australian heiress, sues Dr Hazzard and others for damages.
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Washington
Hazzard
Claire Williamson
Miss Williamson
Dorothy, Williamson
Undertakers
Not alarming situation at Takhel amid Somali contingents
Mr Archer reports from Takhel that a 22 wounded constabulary and a 20-strong party are with an Indian contingent of 130 armed with a Maxim. Reinforcements from Adon have arrived at Berbera, and further help will be sent from Berbera if needed. Sakhel fort remains in good repair as traders were ordered to quit Burne.
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London
Mr Archer
Hig
Takhel
Burao
Valio
Sakhel
Berbera
Burne
Adon
Rebels Defeated Near Shanghai in Chinese Conflict
In Pekin on August 13 government forces of about a thousand defeated around 1500 rebels near Shanghai. A bayonet charge killed about two hundred rebels. Parliament in Pekin drafts a procedure and rules while Yuan-shih-kai's election to the presidency seems assured.
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Pekin
Shanghai
Yuan-shih-kai
Rebels Threaten Hankow Capture Amid Siege Push
A force of 25 000 Huangese rebels vow to capture Hankow. Pekin and Northern troops massed at Hankow with artillery and Maxims, dispatched to intercept the rebel advance.
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Pekin
Hankow
Naval buildup eyed in Supply Bill debate
Defence of Empire reports Ottawa in August notes revived naval interest and a proposal to fund three battleships in the next Supply Bill. Doubt remains as redistribution questions may take precedence.
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Ottawa
All for a Girl Father and Son Duel in Paris
A father and his son from Bressiare quarrel over a dairymaid and duel with revolvers in her presence. Six shots fail to wound, then they switch to knives. The son stabs his father in the breast and is arrested on a murder charge.
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Paris
Bressiare
Judge Dismisses Chidley Appeals in Alms and Offense Convictions
Judge Murray dismissed Chidley appeals against convictions for begging alms and offensive behavior in the Domain. He sentenced fourteen days in prison for begging and ordered a recognisance of good behavior for a year, or two months more if defaulted. Chidley argued a discovery of importance to humanity, but the judge kept the case simple and he goes to jail.
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Sydney
Murray
Chidley
Mexican Turmoil Moves in Refugee Route
Vancouver August 14 General Diez, refused by Japan, proceeds to New York and then Europe en route to Japan if the Mexican and Japanese governments reach an understanding in the near future.
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Vancouver
Japan
Diez
New York
Europe
Turkey’s decision on Adrianople affirmed
The Turkish Ambassador informed M Sazanoff that Turkey could not abandon Adrianople and the Russian envoy said measures would be taken to enforce the Treaty of London.
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Petersburg
M. Sazanoff
Turkey
Adrianople
Channel Tunnel Plan Details For Parliament Submission
The Channel tunnel scheme proposes a length of about four miles below sea level at a depth of 100 feet. It outlines a running speed and estimates the cost at £16,000,000.
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London
Japan Refuses Diaz Reception Citing US Relations
Washington August 13 The Department of State states Japan will not receive General Diaz, a move viewed as aimed at avoiding offense to the United States amid diplomatic strain.
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Washington
Department of State
Japan
Diaz
United States
Balkans Sovereigns Telegram Pact Favors Peace
August reports from Bucharest state King Charles exchanged cordial telegrams with Balkan rulers. King Ferdinand thanked Roumania for ending war and hoped peace efforts would revive past influence and ongoing preparations.
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Bucharest
Charles
Balkans
Ferdinand
Roumania
Senate approves tobacco tax and places cattle and sheep on the tariff list
The Senate debates the Tariff Bill and approves a tax on tobacco production while adding cattle and sheep to the tariff list, signaling broader protectionist measures.
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Washington
Senate
Ex-Ambassador Attacks British Huerta Statement
Ex-Mexican ambassador J L Wilson attacks Britain's claim that Huerta's government is provisional aimed at restoring order. He calls the statement subterfuge unworthy of the Foreign Office traditions.
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Washington
J. L. Wilson
Britain
Huerta
Mexico
Wilson
Foreign Office
Mathina Mystery in Hobart Lands Feud Killer Sought
The case against Jones centers on a feud with Mullins over land and other issues. Boot marks and horse tracks near the fire are cited, while Jones allegedly dodged questions during the search for Mullins.
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Hobart
Jones
Eugenics Denounced by Cardinal Gibbons in August Address
Cardinal Gibbons denounces eugenics as an infringement of personal liberty. He says marriage is sacred and civil law should not intervene. He notes only two states enforce sterilization laws for criminals among those enacted.
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Washington
Cardinal Gibbons
Federal Politics House Debates Government Proposals
In the House Mr Fisher attacked the Government proposals as retrogressive and time‑marking and moved an amendment to the Address in Reply lamenting that the proposals would destroy the beneficial character of social and industrial laws. The Government showed no steps to curb living costs or address tariffs. On Mr Cook’s motion the debate adjourned, and the Senate adjourned to the 27th in view of the amendment.
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Fisher
Cook
Senate
Misher
Government stance on San Francisco Exhibition questioned
In the Commons on August 13 Hon F J Acland said the government's attitude toward the San Francisco Exhibition remained unchanged. Nationalist MP John O'Connor asked if the payment or tariff reduction was in return for the United States reducing tariffs. Acland replied the reduction was not yet enacted.
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London
F. J. Acland
San Francisco
John O’connor
United States
Acland
Ashburton Matches Canterbury Team Amid Light Attendance
A hockey match between Ashburton and a Canterbury Christchurch selected team was ongoing at press time. The day was raw and attendance appeared moderate with the public observing the game.
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Ashburton
Canterbury
Christchurch
Woods's Great Peppermint Cure Influenza Reminder
An advert notes Woods's Great Peppermint Cure for influenza, claiming it never fails. The price listed is 6d and 2s 6d.
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Woods
Grand National meeting opener amid dull weather and strong crowd
August 14 at the CJ.C Grand National meeting saw excellent attendance despite dull weather. Morning Sockburn won the Grand National Hurdles after a tight finish over about two miles with Otaio in second and Crown Pearl capturing the August Handicap in a close photo finish. Beaufort Steeplechase results saw Dorandos leading before a run in with Glenmore The Spaniard and The Ranter, while Morning Beacon and Marton battled through the final straight to a tight finish in the Morning race.
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Nice
Otaio
Jack
Rufus
Kingsway
Jairiky
Royal Medal
Thome
Joueur Jed
Sibiu
Tree Lucerne
Gnome
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Pearl
Faste
Armstrong
Marton
Loch
Mabini
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Eester
Park
Pettern
Land
Beaufort
Antes Aida
Dorands
Glenmore
Doolan
Doran
Tim Doolan
Dorando
LO Tongths
Ora
Royal Commission on Food Supply Proposes Permanent Body
The report urges a permanent commission with a president expert in political economy and two members, one with agricultural knowledge and one with commercial expertise. If needed, expanded powers could cover costs of living and markets for fish fruit vegetables meat poultry. Government support should boost co operation in production transport and distribution. Education in agriculture should be improved and extended.
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Bydney
Royal Commission On
Food’ Supply
Permanent’ Commission
Blentiea
Livite Séle
Bank of England cashier arrested for forging transfers
London August 13 Joseph Phillips aged 64 a second cashier at the Bank of England was arrested on a charge of forging South American transfers dating to April last. The value involved is £3500. Since his disappearance he has lived at Boxmoor in poverty.
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London
Joseph Phillips
Bank of England
Moor
Danish Explorer Koch Surpasses Nansen Across Greenland
Copenhagen reports Danish explorer Koch crossed 600 miles farther north than Nansen, marking a major advance in Arctic exploration. The claim positions Koch as the lead in extending Greenland traversal farther into polar regions.
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Koch
Greenland
Nansen
Policeman Sparks Riot in Industrial Worker Clash
In New York on August 4 13 a policeman waved a flag in a worker’s face triggering a riot. Industrial Workers of the World members clashed with police who fired on the mob wounding seven. Salt Lake City referenced in the report.
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New York
Othe Industriel Workers of the World Oo
Salt Lake City
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