Mediation Conference Yields Substantial Agreement
Niagara Falls reports say American delegates reached a substantial agreement on the authority question. Carranza agents in Mexico City predict the capture of Mexico City within weeks as talks consider direct negotiations with the Constitutionalists. Mediators plan to appoint a provisional president and avoid recognizing the Huerta regime, arranging an abrupt transfer of authority.
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Niagara Falls
Mexico City
Carranza
United States
Huertan
fAuarta
Canada’s Problem Senate Reform Debate in Commons
In Ottawa on June 12 the Commons debated an address calling for more senators. Mr Borden noted flaws in Canada’s Senate while citing U S and Australia elective models. Laurier agreed Britain’s Parliament cannot solve the issue. Canada must act itself. The address was adopted.
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Ottawa
Commons
Borden
Senate
United States
Australia
Bie
Wilfrid Laurier
Janada
Senate deadlocks on British North America Act amendment
The Senate refused to pass the address asking Britain to amend the British North America Act to expand the Senate. Liberal senators want delay until after the next election while Conservatives back the change. The Commons, hurriedly summoned, disagreed with the Senate and sent the matter back for another session.
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Senate
Commons
South Africa Government Refuses to Resign
Capetown reports government will not resign after a parliamentary crisis though defeated on a detail question. My Smith notes the need for broader support before remaining in office. Labourites Hertzogites and Hist erialists joined the majority.
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Capetown
Botha
Smith
Suffragette Meeting Prompted King's Name Roar
At a Women's Social and Political League gathering in London a speaker asked if the King’s hand guided repression. The mention of the King drew hisses and hooting, while Mr McKenna argued in Commons that the King’s refusal to meet the deputation was constitutional.
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London
Women’s Social and Political League
McKenna
Suffragettes Set Fire To Church But Outbreak Extinguished
London reports suffragettes set fire to Chipstead Church on June 12. The blaze was extinguished with minor damage. Westminster Abbey also opened after a temporary closure.
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London
Chipstead
Westminster Abbey
Police raid on suffragette HQ yields seizure of papers
London report says police raided the suffragettes new Camden Hill Square headquarters and seized papers. The National Union of Women's Suffrage and Unionist Women's Franchise Association signed a joint manifesto condemning violence arson destruction and vandalism by a small faction of women.
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London
Camden Hill Square
National Union of “Women’s Suffrage
Unionist Women’s Franchise Association
Militancy debate interrupted by explosion in Abbey scene
In the House of Commons Mr McKenna explained government policy on militancy as an explosion rocked the Abbey damaging the Coronation Chair top and a screen carving. The incident led to detentions of two Danish visitors while authorities pursued civil actions against Women’s Social and Political Union subscribers.
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London
McKenna
House of” Commons
House of Commons
Robert Cecil
Pankhursts
Press comments on Mr McKenna statement quoted
The Daily Telegraph condemns the statement as shocking and notes the spreading militancy. The Times criticizes McKenna for lacking resourcefulness while acknowledging the Laura Gray case as exposing the demoralisation among weak-minded girls entangled with the Women’s Social and Political Union.
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London
Daily Telegraph
Women's Clubs Convention Sparks Suffrage Debate in Chicago
At the June 11 New York dispatch, the Women's Clubs Convention in Chicago saw sharp disagreement over the suffrage question with debate dominating the session and proposals adjourned.
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New York
Women’s Clubs
Chicago
Redmond Warns Volunteers Over Irish Nationalist Split
London dispatch says Mr Redmond denounces a split in Irish policy. He claims the Provisional Committees intend to appoint volunteers in each county to choose a representative and to form a new independent Dublin Committee. He appeals to Nationalists among volunteers to unite and avoid dictating policy to Ireland’s elected representatives.
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Redmond
Aléet Wh
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Sydney Robbery Charged Accessories
Tatham and Joseph Pwiss were charged with aiding and abetting in the Eveleigh robbery. Police said information led them to believe both men were accomplices, while the principals remained at large. They were remanded on bail of £900 each with three securities of £800.
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Tatham
Joseph _ Pwiss
Eveleigh
Ham
Sami
Twiss
Big Meeting in Sydney Supports Home Rule
Archbishop R Kellly presided over a large Sydney Town Hall gathering with Mr Holman and ministers. Resolutions praised Asquith for the Bill, urged amendments to exclude Ulster, and urged unity within the Empire while opposing nationalist volunteers provoking Ulster violence.
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Rkélly
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Asquith
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Ireland
Lloyd George Defends Speech On Mutiny Claims
In Parliament Mr Asquith denied any mutiny in the Army while addressing Mr Lloyd George's Criccieth speech. Mr Lloyd George said he spoke of direct incitements to mutiny and argued that if mutiny did not exist it was not the Opposition's fault. Lord Winterton faced sharp exchanges as the uproar grew.
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London
Asquith
Lloyd George
Lord Winterton
Reward Proposed by Police Inspector General
The Inspector General of Police recommends a reward of £400 plus 10 percent of any money recovered in connection with the case. The proposal aims to encourage information leading to the apprehension or resolution of the issue.
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Sydney
Inspector-General of Police
Eveleigh
Critics urge merit over royal appointment in Canada
Ottawa reports quote frank press commentary on Prince Alexander of Teck as Governor General. Critics call for rewards of office to go to proven workers for the empire, not to princes or nobles, reflecting democratic sentiment in Canadian papers.
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Alexander’ of
Teck
Canada
Mpire
British Kaiser direct shipping plan discussed at conference
At the British German Shipping Conference the New Zealand trade was debated. British firms were told the Kaiser favored a direct Hamburg service and supported continuing rail and passenger subsidies for the Norddeutscher Lloyd route to Australia.
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London
New Zealand
Hamburg
Australia
British Shipping Convention Bill Debates Losses and Drownings
In the Commons Mr John Burns cites 30 years of British shipping, 4700 vessels lost totaling 3,000,000 tons and 18,474 deaths. He notes a falling loss ratio and expects quicker declines once the bill operates, with plans for a further convention to address ongoing issues.
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The
Commons
John Burns
Britain
Taly
Burns
Italian Riots Raise Tension Across Cities
Rome authorities report Cahn returning as strong reaction grows against syndicalist methods. Verona and nearby towns back the army amid mob violence. Striking bands roam near Ravenna cutting telegraphs. Ex-convict gang at Retiful fires on troops. two soldiers killed. Fourteen killed and hundreds wounded in riots.
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Rome
Cahn
Verona
Ravenna
Retiful
Dr Mawson Plans Lecturing Tour for Expedition Deficit
Sydney reports Dr Mawson will return to Australia to lecture for six weeks in Australia and New Zealand. Proceeds will go toward covering the expedition deficit as the book is set for simultaneous publication in London and Australia.
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Sydney
Mawson
Australia
New Zealand
London
Building Trade Conference Fails to Agree on Hours
Sydney June 18 A conference of masters and employees in the building trade failed to reach an agreement on reducing the working week from 48 to 44 hours. The talks, reported by the Press Association, followed Labour trouble and no resolution was achieved.
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Sydney
Mining dispute stalls shifts as employers urge obedience
Employers insist awards must be obeyed and claim tribunals already addressed the matter. They state mines will not reopen until workers agree to the disputed afternoon shift. The stoppage worsens Newcastle shipping congestion.
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Newcastle
Senate adopts Panama Canal tolls with rights reserved
The Senate passed the Panama canal tolls measure by 50 to 35, adopting the Norris amendment which preserves all United States rights under the Hay-Paunce treaty. The House is expected to accept the strip 3 amendment after brief discussion.
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Washington
Senate
United States
House Backs Simmons Norris Amendment
The House agreed to the Simmons Norris amendment in a June session, approving the proposed changes as part of the ongoing legislative debate.
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House
Trade tariff talks with Canada New Zealand stalled
In the House of Representatives Mr Finlayson pressed the Minister of Customs for progress on reciprocal tariff arrangements with Canada and New Zealand. Mr Groom said no definite announcement could be made at this stage.
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Melbourne
House of Representatives
Finlayson
Canada
New Zealand
Groom
Greece and Turkey Tension Escalates Amid Expulsions
Athens reports ongoing Greek expulsions from Turkey fueling unrest. Officials note rising nervousness in Russia that conflict between Turkey and Greece may be imminent.
Compulsory Service Training Praised By National League
Lord Roberts presided at a National Service League dinner and said that kinsmen overseas understood the need for preparedness. He cited Australia and New Zealand as examples already benefiting national life from compulsory training.
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London
National Service League
Lord Roberts
Australia
New Zealand
Greek Premier Declares Refuges Reaching Greece in Thousands
Athens June 12 Prime Minister Venizelos told the Chamber thousands of Greek refugees have arrived in Greece and 1080 others are being transported. The question is whether the situation can be tolerated much longer as the position grows grave. Prolonged cheers followed.
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Athens
Venezelos
Greece
Negotiations Opened Between Germany and British Shipping Firms
Negotiations have opened between Germany and British shipping companies over a direct service to New Zealand. Meanwhile friction grows in the Far East trade due to Rickmers Line, which cut Hamburg rates below Antwerp, affecting British loading.
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London
Germany
New Zealand
Rickmers’ Line
Hamburg
Antwerp
Supply debate adjourned to Wednesday
The supply debate has been adjourned until Wednesday. It is anticipated the session will close at the end of the week.
Dissolution Memoranda Debated in Melbourne Senate
The Australian Senate, after a heated debate, adopted a resolution demanding the full text of the dissolution memoranda and Sir Bruce Maunsell Ferguson's reply before Parliament. Senator Pearce accused the Government of fear to reveal details, implying public punishment for altering the Constitution. Both Houses passed measures to appoint a Commissioner to inquire into the alleged beet trust.
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Melbourne
Senate
Cook Lay
BR. Maunre- Ferguson
Pearce
Note Demands End to Prosecutions in Turkey Athens
A strongly worded note was sent to Turkey demanding the instant cessation of prosecutions amid escalating tension at Athens. The missive underscores urgent diplomatic pressure as officials seek an immediate halt to actions harming relations and security in the region.
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Turkey
Athens
Greek Naval Reserve Call for Compulsory Service
The Greek government has ordered early naval reserve men to present themselves for compulsory service per a cable received by the Greek Consulate in Melbourne on June 13. The notice was received at 12.80 p.m. on June 3.
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Melbourne
Peace Congress Opposes Compulsory System Repeal Efforts
The Peace Congress approved a resolution backing those campaigning to repeal the compulsory system in Australia. The move signals organized support for reform and highlights the ongoing debate within the peace movement over conscription and wartime governance.
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London
Peace Congress
Australia
London Horse Show Military Test Won by Belgian
At the London Horse Show Lieutenant de Lave of Belgium won the military reliability trials. Competitors included riders from Aldershot and Windsor. French riders claimed the next three places, with England placing fifth.
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London
de Lave
Belgium
Aldershot
Windsor
England
Conference adjourned as German aid talks fail
London reports British shipping representatives and German delegates have adjourned with no agreement after the talks. The German side has returned home and no accord was reached.
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London
Fone
Peace Centenary Spectacle at Albert Hall in London
The Peace Centenary hall in Albert Hall hosted a dazzling display of costumes in red white and blue. Miss Mackenzie organized the New Zealand party which featured Maori chiefs in the program.
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London
Albert Hall
Hampshire vs Somerset cricket scoreline and bowling figures
Hampshire posted 313 while Somerset were bowled out for 89 and 38 as Jacques took six for 33 and eight for 0. Warwickshire also folded for 180 and 143 with Wells or Foster taking six wickets.
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London
Hampshire
Somerset
Jacques
Wickshire
Welire
Doster
Empress of Irhlands Expected Release by Admiralty
Ottawa telegram reports June 12 that Storstad’s owners anticipate the vessel will be freed in a few days by the Admiralty as the head is nearly ready. Nasal catarrh coughs influenza bronchitis and coughs are claimed to be quickly cured by Nazol a fragrant speedy remedy priced 6d per bottle.
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Ottawa
Storstad
Admiralty
Income tax revenue exceeds forecast by £72000
The Treasurer reports that the new income tax has surpassed the estimate of £1,250,000 by £72,000 and is expected to bring in a further £250,000.
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Sydney
Tressurer
English and Scottish Golf Championship Outcomes
In London on January 12 Cecil Leitch won the English championship beating Gladys Bastion 2 up with one to play. In Scotland Miss Anderson defeated Francis Teasher at the 20th hole.
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London
Jene
Cecil Leitch
Gladys Bastion
Miss Anderson
Francis ,Teasher
Scores Top 150s at Troon as Qualifiers Reach 163
Scores of 163 qualified at Troon. Notable players posted strong totals including Ray and Taylor 150, Duncan and Braid 151, Vardon 182, Ball and Ouimet 153, and Apperley 176. The field demonstrated steady form with several top names advancing.
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Taylor
Duncan
Braid
Vardon
Ball
Ouimet
Apperley
The Winter Show Exhibits and Poultry Results
Readable remarks describe the Winter Show exhibits with praise for Mrs Evans woollen crochet work and a standout woollen coat by Mrs W. J. Cunningham. Highlights include excellent table centres, delicate crochet work, and extensive poultry entries with many breeds listed and judged.
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W. J. Cunningham
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