New Irish Peace Terms Draft Sent to Sinn Fein Cabinet
London reports that Richard Barton took Lloyd George’s proposals to Dublin for Sinn Fein to consider. If accepted, Britain would submit Ireland as a Dominion with Ulster optional to join Parliament, while a commission would draw the Tyrone and Fermanagh borders. Ulster would gain a compact Protestant area and fiscal autonomy is rejected. Ulster Premier’s salary set at £3200 and other ministers at £2000.
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Per Press Association
London
Richard Barton
Dublin
Lloyd George
Sinn Fein
Ulster
Ireland
Tyrone
Fermanagh
Ireland Seeks Accord on Sinn Fein Oath Debate
London reports say Lloyd George proposed scheme submitted to Sinn Fein amid strenuous talks lasting into the morning. Dail Eireann expected to reply Monday. Dublin envoys carry final draft. Disputes center on oath allegiance and Ireland’s autonomy within the Empire.
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London
Lloyd George
Sinn Fein
Dugeen
Duffy
Dublin
Griffiths
Collins
Dail Eireann
Ulster
Manchester Guardian
Sinn
Ireland
Britain
Ulster Attitude Speech Warning Against Coercion
Arthur Henderson spoke at a Labour Fair warning Ulsterites against hoping the South can be dragged back to violence. Labour would oppose such wickedness and resuming war would outrage the nation. Ulster, like Sinn Fein, must make concessions.
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London
Arthur Henderson
Ulster
Sinn Fein
Belfast Assizes Prepares Five Men And A Girl For Trial
Five men and a girl were committed for trial at Belfast Assizes on charges of unlawful assembly. Police searches of their house uncovered large quantities of rifles revolvers and ammunition. Walls had been bored to create communication passages into adjoining houses. Authorities claim the house served as a chief outpost in the Nationaliat area of the city.
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London
Belfast Assizes
Nationaliat
Sinn Fein Prisoners Escape Attempt Fails at Derry
In a sensational raid at Derry jail, a rope and ladder were seen outside the walls and a police patrol uncovered the bodies of two constables inside the precincts. They showed no marks of violence and are believed to have been strangled after a fight between soldiers police and civilians.
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London
Sinn Fein
Derry Peel
Bergougnan Tyres Compared In Advent Of New Offer
The advertisement proclaims Bergougnan tyres as superior with rubber and canvas variants. It touts Egyptian cotton canvas, claims exceptional wear and value, and notes a 20 percent seat discount on the latest Bergougnan tyre model. Ashburton rep Ty Fuller promotes the offer from P.O. Box 102.
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Cohen
Ty. Fuller
Ashburton
P.O
Learn from Others Experience for Amateurs at Kodak Store
In Burnett Street the Kodak Store offers help for amateur photographers. Mr Totty analyzes films and finishes prints, sharing his wide experience to fix common photo issues and improve results. He invites customers to bring imperfect photos for expert guidance.
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Kodak
Burnett Street
Totty
Tle
Frantic German Stock Markets Prompt Widespread Ruin
Berlin reports describe a Black Thursday as speculators rushed to sell while hoping to salvage value. Banks plan meetings to decide backing for at risk firms. many private bankers and stockbrokers face bankruptcy amid a plunging mark from 275 to 180.
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Per
Press Association
Berlin
The
Stock Exchange
London
Mark Exchange
Germany
Daily Express
Reparation Payment and Suggested Moratorium Impact
The Times notes a proposed moratorium on German reparations as a means to aid payment prospects while not altering fixed London terms. The Temps asks if Germany should pay and urges Franco British unity to avoid German bankruptcy. Sir John Bradbury denies advocating a moratorium, warning delays hurt the Entente and global stability.
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London
Times
Germany
France
Britain
John Bradbury
Heparations Commission
Opposed to Concessions in Report on Germany’s Reparation
Paris press widely opposes any reparation concession to Germany. The Petit Journal notes Germany has not begun Wirth’s tax plan and fears disunion among Allies. The Petit Parisien says Britain seeks no concessions, only to raise the mark to protect its commerce. Berlin reports Dr. Rathenau’s reappointment depends on successful London talks.
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Paris
Germany
Petit Journal
Reichstag
Herr Wirth
Petit Parisienne
Britain
Berlin
Dr. Rathensu
London
Berlin Exchange Improvement Reported in London Dispatch
Reports from Bradford indicate improvement in the Berlin exchange and expected price stability for wool. Bradford topmakers anticipate higher Germany prices as 2000 bales of wool are set for sale December 20 if the experiment succeeds. success could lead to periodic repeats.
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London
Berlin
Bradford
Germany
Bawra
Auckland Holiday Prospectus Shines With Healthful Echoes
A sunny invitation to travel to Auckland for a cheerful, healthful holiday. The leaflet offers bright imagery and practical tips encouraging visitors to enjoy the city’s scenery and local amenities during a vibrant season.
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Auckland
Iuckland Auckland Advertising Ab
Naval ratio talks drag as Far East issues loom large
Washington reports indicate the naval ratio decision may delay for days amid juncture with Shantung and other Far East questions. Britain presses for submarines abolition while experts draft a three year building plan and a 16 9 9 ship split to preserve a three power balance.
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Per
Press Association
Washington
Shantung
China
Japan
Pacific
State Department
Admiral Kato
Hughes
S Galfour
Submarine Question at Conference Weighs Arms Restrictions
An official at the conference notes British objections to submarines mirror concerns about gas and bombing planes but cites practical limits. Submarines can not be made peaceful or economically useful, while enforcement and manpower affect bans. Consensus blocked by underrepresentation of conscription nations and land armament issues.
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Washington
Landru Mercy Likely As Jury Recommends Life In Prison
Paris reports jurors unanimously urge mercy after Landru’s death sentence. he remains calm in Versailles condemned cell while warder watches for self harm. Defense counsel Giafferi moved many, Landru remarks on sleep, innocence, and women seeking seats during closing scenes.
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Per Press Association
Paris
Landru
Versailles
Landra
Landrau
M. Giafferi
Progressive land taxation bill advances in Sydney assembly
The Legislative Assembly read a second time a Lands Ministry bill to subdivide large holdings for closer settlement. It imposes a tax on land over £20,000 with 3d, 6d and higher rates over years, tied to cultivation of surplus area. exemptions apply to western divisions and other regions. The measure faces strong opposition over its penalties.
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Press Association
Sydney
Legislative Assembly
London
De Gama the ex-racehorse now in Hobart service
An old New Zealand bred racer named De Gama is described as working in Hobart in the cart of a Chinese market gardener. After his racing days ended he was bought by the governor of Tasmania but later was sold following a misstep.
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Sydney
Iiig
de Gama
Hobart
Esmania
Celestia
Unrest at University Spurs Reform Proposals
The University Committee reported that university spirit declined due to more bursaries increasing student numbers, wartime drift, and crowded curricula. They suggested reforms mainly to boost sporting facilities to ease competition and fear of failure.
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Sydney
Mount Mulligan Disaster Cause Revealed by Commission
The Mount Mulligan Commission reports the disaster was caused by firing an explosive in the top level of the block. The explosive was not placed in a shothole but carried underground in a careless manner and there was no adequate safeguard to prevent dust ignition as required by regulation.
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Brisbane
Mount Mulligan Commission
The Dominions Delegates and Mr Balfour Tribute
Mr Balfour paid warm tribute to Senator Pearce of Australia Sir John Salmond of New Zealand and other overseas delegates for their assistance. He praised the Dominions as a single Empire united by patriotism and said British representatives worked in harmony to push the Conference toward a successful conclusion. He expressed deep gratitude for the mutual support and advice among delegates.
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Washington
Balfour
Pearce
Australia
John Salmond
New Zealand
Dominions
Chamberlain's Colic and Diarrhoea Remedy Claims
An advertisement extols Chamberlain's Colic and Diarrhoea Remedy as unsurpassed for quick relief. It notes one or two doses usually stop an attack and says the medicine is pleasant to take and non astringent, leaving the bowels natural. Sold by chemists and storekeepers.
Gold Robbery Case Advances in San Francisco
December reports reveal Sonoma's stolen gold recovered partially in a drain and most coins secured in a local bank vault. Two detectives say they traced the remaining two sovereigns and identified the mastermind behind the theft, with a warrant expected soon.
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San Francisco
Sonoma
Sydney City Elections End in Civic Reform Triumph
Final returns show Civic Reformers with 17 seats and Labour 9 in Sydney. Three recounts loom in Lord Mayor ward as 17 votes separate four candidates. Reform candidate leads Lambert by 12, another Reform trails by 5. Impersonation reported despite strict rules.
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Press Association
Sydney
Civic Reformers
Labour
Lord Mayor's
Reform
Mr Lambert
Lambert
Australian Labour Party
Legislative Council
Leipgulativa Council
Food Riots Hit Vienna Amid Scarcity Debates
Thousands of Vienna workers marched to Parliament demanding limits on luxury imports and state aid for children's food. The unrest escalated into pillaging of hotels, shops, and restaurants in the West End, with 400 arrests as police proved unable to quell the riot. Sir William Goode of Relief Missions was attacked amid the chaos.
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Vienna
West
Hungary
Sir William Goode
Ronglish
W. A. M. Goode
E Plunderera
Mr Goode
Fura
West End
Ringstrasse
FA Considers Strong English Amateur Team Tour to Australia
The Football Association in London on December 1 1927 favorably considers sending a strong Association team to Australia and New Zealand in 1928 24 subject to satisfactory financial arrangements. A team may represent the best type of English amateur player.
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London
The
Football Association
Australia
New Zealand
Verandah or Garden Seat Offered For Christmas
Booth, Macdonald and Co. advertise a comfortable garden seat or ironwork package for Christmas gifts. The full seat sells for £2 F.O.R Christchurch with optional pre paid railage or ironwork dispatch. An ironwork only option costs 27s plus 5s extra for postage to any address. Dimension drawing of woodwork supplied free on latter. Ashburton branch listed with Tancred Street and phone number.
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Christchurch
Booth, Macdonald and Co., Ltd
Ashburton
Tancered Street
Inhumanity at Tirur Train Tragedy
Descriptions from the Tirur train inquiry reveal prisoners packed in the van with little air and water. Testimonies recount suffocation, fainting, and pleas for air as guards allegedly threatened or jeered outside the compartment.
Shantung Dispute Talks Include Naval Question
The meeting between Chinese and Japanese delegates focused on procedure with observers MacMurray and Bell present. British and American diplomats urged a just resolution as tensions over Shantung and fortifications in the Far East lingered amid calls for a tripartite agreement to replace the Anglo Japanese Alliance.
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Per
Press Association
Washington
Mesers MacMurray
Edward Bell
Balfour
C. B. Hughes
Kato
Sze
China
Far East
Japan
Shantung
Admiral Kato
Hughes
Belfour
Sy Shantung
John Jordan
Peking
Miles Lampson
Pranenibmnen
Britain
London
Daily News
Gays
Alleged Fraud in Government Meat Funds Case
Resumed hearing in the case of William Henry Cuffin and Sydney Vigers Nevanas charged on Ne vansa and Company with the fraudulent conversion of government moneys totaling £170,000. The prosecution alleges they received dealer cheques for government meat and diverted them to their own account instead of a separate government transactions account, using funds for personal purposes amid claims of the company’s insolvency in 1920.
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London
William Henry Cuffin
Sydney Vigers Nevanas
Nevansa and Company
Tan
Cusin
McConachy Delivers Stunning Breaks in Pool Tour
McConachy showed superb control of the ivories and produced the greatest break of the tour, earning an ovation. The match scores read Dennis 5604 and McConachy 5837, with breaks of 614 and 132.
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London
McConachy
Dennis
Methven Race Meet Inches Through Light Rain
At Methven the racing club held a summer meeting despite drizzle. A large local crowd attended with many visitors from Christchurch. The Se. started slowly in the first race as General Petain I won the Mowat Santig Handicap by a half length in 3 minutes 5 seconds. Purple Spur won the ddnd Cup by two lengths in 2 minutes 9 seconds. Algidus 3 led the Electric Handicap for a long time, finishing with substantial distance in 1 minute 16 seconds. Electric Handicap results include Mythology 2 and Urgency 3 among others.
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Methven
Methven Racing Club
Christchurch
Ashburton
Mowat Santig
General Petain I
Geanat
Austin
Glentanner
Gorayten Frot
Fises
Boadicea
Dame Fortune
Lilybrook
Milestone
Pusayfoot
Weird
Lady’s Hope
Corsica
Frisco Mail
Blush
Giantkiller
San
Forbury Park Trots Day One Meets Tight Race Times
At Dunedin December 3 the Forbury Park Trotting Club opened in fine weather with a fair crowd. Totalisator turnover was £25,817 10s, down from £28,663 last year. Royal Step won the President’s Handicap at 1 Tatsy Dillon 2 Coil 8 Scartched Rangitata Lass placed. Time 4min 36 1-dsec. Adair won the Caversham Handicap by three lengths over Gold Chimes and Proud Neil. Time 4min 6sec. Delville Wood led the Dominion Handicap by two lengths over Gay Wilkes and Darkest. Time 4min 52 4-Ssec. Ben Qhau won the Dash Handicap ahead of Ben Mac and Dandy Rose with a two length margin. Time 3min 492-5 Bec. Norma Dillon won the St.Kilda Handicap by a half length over Cromstall and Hiram Galindo. Time 2min 18 1 5.
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Dunedin
Forbury Park Trotting Club
Royal Step
Tatsy Dillon
Coil
Rangitata Lass
Adair
Gold Chimes
Proud Neil
Heaven
Cromstall
Hiram Galindo
Second Day Races at Dunedin Showery Weather
Results show Amateur Handicap Cliffeton Chimes first over Prestissimo and Van Director by twenty lengths. Wee Daphne wins Advance Handicap by three lengths over Tobermory with Gold Chimes scratched. Suburban Handicap goes to Peter Swift by three lengths ahead of Swiftest and Helenwood. Forbury Cup Prince Huon takes top spot followed by paper Willie and Tetsy Dillon. All starters clocked in around four minutes.
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Dunedin
Cliffeton Chimes
Prestissimo
van Director
Wee Daphne i
Tobermory
Drambuie
Gold Chimes
Peter Swift
Swiftest
Helenwood
Stone Ginger
Prince Huon
Paper Willie
Tetsy
Dillon
Portrait of Prince by Ex-officer Douglas Chandos
Mr Douglas Chandos an ex-officer aged 28 has completed a portrait of the Prince of Wales. He began his first artistic studies after his demobilisation two years ago.
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London
Douglas Chandos
Prince of Wales
Chandos
Government offers free passages to ex servicewomen settling overseas
Government announces that ex servicewomen wishing to settle in overseas dominions may apply for free passages. The policy aims to facilitate relocation and address postwar settlement needs for eligible applicants.
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Dominions
Nelson's Flagship HLMS Dry-Docked for Repairs
The vessel Nelson's flagship HLMS is undergoing dry docking for repairs. Uncertainty surrounds whether the old ship will return to her moorings at Portamouth.
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HLMS
Victory
Portamouth
British High Commissioner Foresees Liberal Yet Firm policy for Egypt
Lord Allenby spoke at a dinner in Jairo December 1 saying fears about Egypt’s future were unnecessary. He stated a British policy would be liberal but firm and that no immediate universal solution was available without final instructions.
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Jairo
Lord Allenby
Egypt
Unemployment Down 1,000,000 Through National Conference Efforts
Washington reports that Mr H H Hoover announced nationwide unemployment reductions of over a million due to the National Conference on Unemployment. The move is expected to prevent severe winter suffering.
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Washington
H. H. Hoover
National Conference On Unemployment
Princess Mary's Trousseau Order Placed
Princess Mary placed her first trousseau order with the Officers' Families Industries Society.
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Princess Mary’s
Trousseau
London
Mary
Officers’ Families Industries Society
Price's Jelly Crystals Ad For Kids Party
A playful ad features Tommy and Jane arguing over who has the best jelly crystal flavor. It promotes Price's Jelly Crystals as delicious, clear, and a sure treat for a party, noting thirteen fruit flavors and a price of 8d per packet to make one pint.
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Tommy
Jane
Price
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Delhi
Coimbatore
Parak‘ak Ismail
Persan
Shantung Dispute
Lilliards
Purple Spur
Algidus
Mythology
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