Polar attempt ends after 22 miles as balloon fails
London notes Walter Wellman’s North Pole expedition collapses after the balloon bursts and damage to equipment. 29 Alpine climbers die this month. General Booth operated on for eye ailment. a river excursion disaster in Offenbach results in six girls drowning after a sluice gate is opened. a schoolboy prank leads to tragedy and a world record in India road race by Lewis Stray.
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London
Walter Wellman
North Pole
Prvsen
Offenbach
Germany
Record Pace Car Crash Claims Spectators in Indy Race
At an Indianapolis race a car broke a 199 mile record before crashing into a fence, killing three spectators and injuring others. The incident follows multiple crashes nationwide with 35 motor car accidents reported in 24 hours and other deadly events abroad.
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London
Indianapolis
U.S.A
Stray
Friay
Ghother Moon
Seattle
United States
Mujgegen
Holland
VRENOIS FINANCE PROPOSES TO RAISE TOBACCO AND WINE DUTIES
French finance minister plans increased tobacco tax to raise about 21 million pounds and to issue a state label on each bottle of genuine wine to guarantee purity. The label cost varies with wine quality as part of fiscal measures for 1920. Police later report a major jewellery theft at Mappin and Webb in Cheapside.
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London
Mappin and Webb
Cheapside
Loulou
Wwatehman
Hey
United States Navy Battleship Proposals Revealed
In London on a Monday a proposal from August 1 suggests the United States Navy should build thirty battleships. Secretary of the Navy John L. Mayer communicated to the United States that two 30,900 ton battleships would be armed with heavy guns.
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London
Mlb
Agate
Vo L. Mayer
United States Navy
America
Mt. Mayer
United States Naval Department
Alterations Suggested at Parcel Post Storekeepers Meet
Sydney report notes Postal Commission move to overhaul parcel rates. Secretary Tan of the Storekeepers Association outlines new charge structure and proposed reforms. The plan aims to standardize parcels system with wide impact on rural and country stores nationwide.
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Sydney
Postal Commission Tohaby
Tan, King
Iy Storekeepers Association
W R F U Committee Meeting At Bathurst Club
The weekly W R F U committee meeting at Miller's rooms reviewed delegate appointments for All Saints and Newbridge. Disputes over Newbridge representation, fixture scheduling, and upcoming matches dominated discussion, with Burke tasked to query Newbridge secretary Norris about free entry for next year and a vote on Bathurst vs City match eligibility.
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W.R.D.U
Miller
HW. EL Britten
Mesure
W.J. Anderson
J. Sullivan
A. J. Bond
H. Read
B. Hughes
J. Brivett
Berry
Collier
Father Lavery
J. Berry
Messrs. Collier
Riddle
Bathurst
Messia
Cafley
Hughes
Anderson
City
Clayton
All Saints
Cuplea
Newbridge
M. J. Berry
Raglan
J. J. Sullivan
Burke
Newbridge ‘Club
Clul
Mondony Wighs Moullog
C. Clayton
All Saints’ Club
River
Coffey
Kelso
Ar. Anderson
Derry
Pichu
Ates
Read
Harge
Newbrites Club
I. 0
Norris
Clty
Bathurat Hind
Britten
Ba‘thurst
Bond District
Lonislaus
Billiards At McSorleys Include Noted Players
An odd entry from McSorleys lists billiards matches and players with unfamiliar shorthand and timing. The fragment references onrun inst, scores like 90 and 143, names such as Lyng and Cribts, and a Cribts octet. The read text remains unclear but indicates a billiards event or standings at the venue.
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McSorley
Fire Brigade Prize Presentation and Farewell Remarks
A Fire Brigade gathering at the Fire Brigade Station included prize presentations for Saturday’s contest. The Mayor and Brigade Board chairman announced this would be his last official appearance. Pembroke received the first prize medal, Bell the second prize pipe, and Captain Barnes thanked the board for support. The evening closed with thanks to visitors and plans for the annual social at the Masonic Hall and a Bathurst steam trip to Sydney.
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Fire Brigade
Owtlines
Aso
Fire Brigade Board
Charman
Imn
Gortrol
W."s. Pembroke
Pembroke
G. Ben
Luckharet
Bell
Imm Ispacs
Wiers
Captain Barnes
Brigade Munters
Brigade
John Boyd
Davelag
Masonic Hall
Sydney
Australian Cricketers Omit Key Players at Lords
The Australian team excluded Macartney Carter O Connor Hartigan and Laver for the Middlesex clash at Lord s as rain interrupted play after Cotter bowled. Middlesex listed Warner Douglas Hendren Larrant Hubertson Hebden Murrell Troy Wells Mignon and Hearne. Attendance recorded. Middlesex won the toss and match.
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Wlandly
Aratrolians
Middlesex
Lords
Macartney
Carter
O'Connor
Hartigan
Laver
Warner
Douglas
Hendren
Larrant
Hubertson
Hebden
Murrell
Troy
Wells
Mignon
Hearne
Cotter
Aio Aga Tell
Arnar
Strike on America London Riot Near Pittsburgh
Reported wild rioting connected with a steel strike. In Pittsburgh a mob threw bombs into a stock area around the works, wrecking portions of the company's buildings. A doctor tended the injured.
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London
Mtaken
Pitteburg
A.S A
Polar balloon America to seek the North Pole voyage
The airship America, possibly the largest balloon yet to fly above the clouds, will be propelled by two large steel arrows and powered by a 0-L.p. motor. Three explorers will sail with 12 days of petrol and four to five times the distance from Spitsbergen to the Pole, carrying provisions water dogs sledges and a boat cost around £60,000.
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Spitebergen
Sup Court Session Opened in New South Wales
An assembly at the Congregational Church is noted with a Supreme Court session in New South Wales. The report includes scattered OCR fragments mentioning events, tickets, and a gathering at the church, with references to Marshall Brown and a Tuesday note.
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Bloumia
Marshall Brown
Yen
Wddfellown
Gall
Congregational Church
Supreme Court OF New South Wales
Trundie Show Gains Fame Despite Rainy Drought Era
The Trundie P and A. Soviety present the Fourth Annual Trundie Show with strong attendance and high quality exhibits despite continuous rain. The 1910 show boasts improved sheep and cattle sections, a large number of entries, and plans for future funding to expand district facilities. Miss B. Cornall wins several prizes in oil, color, pencil, and crayon drawing.
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Trundie
A. Soviety
B. Qornall
Batinirst
Bile Beans Promoted as Remedy for Liver Disorder
An advertisement extols Bile Beans as a universal cure for biliousness and liver troubles. It cites symptoms like coated tongue bitter mouthfeeling fatigue and indigestion. A testimonial from Mrs Barker of Horton Cottage claims rapid improvement after two boxes and praises the product for many ailments.
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Horton Cottage
Omma Street
Lutenhardt Sydney
Sander's Extract Eucalyptus Cures Promoted with Caution
An advertisement touts Sander's Eucalyptus Extract for coughs and various ailments while warning against inferior products containing irritants. It claims extracts heal wounds burns and skin troubles when used with proper dilution. The copy urges buyers to insist on genuine Sander's Extract to obtain benefits.
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Sander
Bander
Ballarat Cyclone and Canal News Mixed in Historical Notes
An old report mixes a Ballarat cyclone eyewitness account with a canal history update. A worker near Doveton woollen mills recalls a roaring cyclone and a sudden flash of lightning striking the four story limestone building. The Sauz Canal details include open date 1860, current depth 32.34 ft, and widening, plus ship tonnage figures. Includes ad lines for Chamberlain’s Pain Balm and local business notices.
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Victoria
Enfoy
Doveton Woollen Mills
Ballarat
Pandemonium Pupils? Chronicle of a Turbulent House
Fragmentary note describes chaotic behavior at a residence with references to a disorderly scene, lingering illness, and a shift to sobriety. Mentions alcohol, a four-person group, furniture damage, and a general upheaval labeled as Pandemonium Pox weeks earlier. Further clarity lacking.
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Claude Bristow
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Svoney
Conslane Herald
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