Melbourne Seamen Strike Outlook Influences Labour Strife
Federal Seamen's Union secretary Mr Walsh returns from Sydney declaring that Queensland New South Wales and Victoria seamen remain firm against Arbitration Court settlement. Unemployment in Melbourne rises with weekly wages loss around 492000. Government donates 500 to relief efforts and a Button Day is planned. Sydney shipping strike idles 8000 Coal and Shale workers. 200 New Zealanders stranded protest delays homeward voyage. Train and tram services to be reduced next week. Estate of William Gibson valued at 1 856 328 pounds noted.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mr. Walsh
Seamen's Union
Melbourne
Sydney
Queensland
New South Wales
Victoria
Wnlon
Coal and Shale Employees Federation of
Feday
New Zealand
Federal Parliament debates and notices from Melbourne
In Melbourne today the House of Representatives heard Watt deny knowledge of any negotiations with the Imperial Government on a Governor-General successor. Falkiner pressed for relief from traffic congestion at Wagga Telegraph Office while Webster reported 1100 influenza-absent department workers. Watt noted Italian soldiers repatriated to Australia and asserted Admiralty control of Australian Navy ships. Discussion covered gunner Yates papers, sheep dip imports and British munitions policy, with embargo rationale and Legge Company production plans. Debate continued in committee on supply as Senators criticise the government statement.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wrec
Melbourne
House of Representatives
Watt
Finlayson
Falkiner
Wagga
Webster
M'Grath
Italy
Australia
Tudor
Admiralty
Gunner Yates
Poynton
Massey Greene
Rodgers
Sampson
Bhaw Wireless
Gardener
Comforts for Caulfield Hospital Appeal
A wartime appeal from Bonalla primary schools to forward comforts to Caulfield Hospital. Readers are urged to send jellies, cocoa, nourishing meals, eggs, poultry and similar sustenance to support wounded or ill patients. Mrs W Stewart signs as BT.
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Bonalla
Ti Caulfeld Hospital
Bae Gee Place
Lovallde Ace
Y W. Stewart
B.T. A
Welcome Home Swanpool Honor Ceremony Draws Big Crowd
Private BH Gawle returns to Swanpool hall on the 13th with a crowded assembly bidding him welcome. The Welcome Home Committee and residents toasted his service, presented him with gifts, and led a lively program of music, dancing, and refreshments provided by local ladies. The event featured performances by Hayden, Miss O Borns, Mrs Morigen, Rory, Haylee Stafford, and others with officers Morrigen and Newman handling duties.
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Swanpool
Gawle
Swenpool Hall
T.F
Hosnay
Arivate Cawley
Hayden Gramme
Mesa Ach O. Borns
Mrs. Morigen
Rory
Haylee Stafford
Mallett
Amber
Morrigen
Patt
Sad Heydon
End Fauare
T. Morrsy
R. Newman
M.O
Premature Peace Treaty Announcement Reported
A telegram from Melbourne claimed German delegates reached terms on a peace treaty. A premature announcement suggested an August celebration across the British Empire, with Australia likely fixing August 3rd and 4th as the commemorative dates. The Acting Prime Minister indicated formal confirmation depended on final news and synchronization with allied obligations.
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Melbourne
Ponce
Mir
Watt
House of Represents
Oorger
Lear, Bi
District News Briefs and Local Notices
A roundup of district items reports a man named Janven, longtime member of North Fitzroy Bowling Club, passing after a seizure at a Red Cross event. Sgt. Everard Wignell returns home, and Mr. James Eddy narrowly escapes a rifle accident while cleaning gear. Several towns list civic happenings, resignations, and social events including a valedictory for Miss Maud Hall, a Swanpool meeting, and band performances led by Mallor.
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Baddaginmie
Pimoat
Sgt. Green
G. Connell
Red Cross
A. J. Iannon
Malllor
Beddagloule
Fitzcoy
Elding
Thoreday
Janven
North Fitzroy
Akipporw
Towma
Eurua
Everard Wignell
James Eddy
Sames Baty
Rofiy
Alleged Offence Against a Girl Heard in Benalla Court
A woman under six years old testified in a Benalla court about alleged offences by Joseph Cotter Young. The jury, facing charges on separate dates in 1918, heard Elizabeth Crowe recounts of interactions at a school ground and nearby locations. The case featured multiple witnesses including Elizabeth Bray and Mick O Connor, with defense and prosecution presenting timelines and alibis. The judge directed the jury to ignore unrecorded remarks and consider only the readable testimony while deliberations continued.
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Benalla
Soa
Slopa
Batorella
Williams
Joesph Cotter Young
Elizabeth Crows
Ra Charga
Leon
K O
Oruwa
G. A- Max
Mr. Leon
Eligebeth Crawe
Hur Parente
Euroa
Mrs. Yoong
Jane
Accgaed
Elaller
Leek
Cored
Lene
Mr. Maxwell
Young
Nald Ho Dover
Gallagher
Tar
Mick O'Connor
Frederick Thomas Crows
Nena Aseble
Bor Burnt Creek
Elizbeth Bray
Feanny
Thle Ronath
Csme
Exw Tlm
Lznls
Abe
Acomiod
Accansd
Henahew’s
Liz
Ascaned
Iles
Accuach
Aaid
Maxwall
Elizabeth Bray
Doble
Avenst
Elizabeth Sandridge
Linsle
Orono
Dickson
Boron
Wizababh Crowo
M'Cormack
Accuped
Grife
Avogsed
Winnetd
Mick Connor
Mazwell
Aocaned
Waw 9
Win
Gillaghar
Draper
Euros
Wid Bo Koaw
Elizabeth Crowe
Abo Waa
Maxell
Laon
Witnoes
Felday
Court hears testimony on girl in trouble and inquiries
A court case recounts details of a girl’s alleged trouble and the men linked to her. Witnesses discuss past close relations, possible knowledge of medicine use, and actions of parents and police. The jury returns not guilty on both counts.
Sporting Football match set for public oval tomorrow
A large crowd is expected at the gardens public oval for a revival of winter football as Bonalls and Doukle toma clash. Dookla previously defeated St. Jamée, and teams are listed with players like Hill Willem Slaney Dodd Sutherland Maodennict Oram and others for Bensus and Dookla squads.
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Bonalls
Doukle Toma
Dookla
St. Jamée
J. Dodd
Sutherland
Maodennict
Oram
Talochina
Hay
Relinaon
I. Brooker
Newman
Burke
Acky Hoyd
Davin T
Lane
Gene
M'Mahon
Doherty
Whitmore
Frazer
Bayca
Tyan
Ryan
P. Ryan
Dodd
O'Shan
Tomberlake
Togd
Fo Maher
Kannedy
Webster
Wilgon
Range
Mall
Hotbarn
Homborg
Buneheo
Golf Tomorrow Field Players From Benalla Team
A list of golfers is noted including Watoye Need, Gilbert, Row, Palmer, Lydiard, Miston Taornnr, Sutherland, M'Donell, Motern, Bill, Elgin, Redford, Ride, Saxon, Krones Howard, A. Palmer, Bhovslton, A. C. Palmer, Stribling, Maxfield and Shaw. The article mentions a Benalla team and a prompt for maximum participation.
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Benallamillelatt Baron
Ghall
Haven
Watoye
Gilbert
Row
Palmer
Lydiard
Miston Taornnr
Sutherland
M'Donell
Motern
Bill
Elgin
Redford
Ride
W. Saxon
Krones Howard
A. Palmer
Bhovslton
A. C. Palmer
Stribling
Maxfield
Shaw
Button Day and Hospital Aid Drive in Melbourne
A fragmented notice describes Button Day events supporting two Melbourne women’s hospitals, Victoria and the Woman. It lists many local street collaborations and speakers, including photographers and railway workers, urging geographic support during the campaign and detailing plans for portraits and framing. The text cites several individuals and street locations across the area, reflecting a community fundraiser and publicity effort.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
M ‘Coonan
North Railway
Linn
Mion M'Conann
Smythe
Byrn Niresto
Minn
Barkly
Lavery
Voltae
Mair
Mitchall
Sharpe
Onscoign
Brigstrout
Bonalle Went
Misuea Howall and
Eito
Phucitnyeof Bridge
Atreat Findlay
Claim for medical services in old court case outlined
Plaintiffs seek £140 for medical services in a Benalla court case. Testimony covers late 1910s–1917, with defendant denying responsibility and arguing the doctor visit was improper or not consented. The judge deferred order, noting lack of clear ratification and disputed payments amid family moves and partial receipts.
E RYAN CAMP STORE ITEMS LISTED FOR SALE IN COMPACT CATALOG
A long list of goods appears in a historical catalog style including clothing, drapery, boots, shoes, prints, hardware, fencing, wire products, garden supplies, seeds, tobacco, watches, and various household items. The dense OCR readout names numerous offerings from clothing to tools and groceries, indicating a general merchandise shop inventory.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Alois
Cornasoks
Rothorami
Cookie Olivo
Ori Ptiona
Calcutta
Bicyola Oil & Gontank
Perambulatore
Sang cures stubborn illness with private consultation
An anonymous notice describes F L Sang offering treatment in a private clinic in Wangaratta. It asserts personal relief after months of illness and promotes a tasting and permanent solution by Sang, with dates and locations for forthcoming sessions and a call to readers seeking help.
To MRT Ly. SANG Chinese Herbalut Witton Case
A garbled report mentions MRT Ly Sang Chinese Herbalut Witton and a medical action at Haid Div. It references a Chinese herbalist Kiron Etuolst and a doctor attended by another clinician, with uncertain outcomes and lingering health concerns.
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MRT Ly
Sang
Witton
L. Sang
Mr Sang
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OG. W. O'Keefe
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Wight
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Novor
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Gav
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Quearnland
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Benalla West
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Agonay
Bf King
Tor Exah
MR. F. L. Sang
Choi
Lew
Lansdayy
Pmibatoy
Haroneayors
Harhatisi
Wangaratta
LL Rubin
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Phos. Lit
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J. A. Mann
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Bank of Australasia
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Wual Banking
Handerson
Ay Hausatl
Creighton
G Abbott
Paresay Ann Trnaacen
Bridge Brest
Denatiua
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Hota
W. Fi Abbott
Thos. Grainger
al Hs
Vieworian
A. Abotomey Prol
ANON
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RAT LA
Praday
HK Pugy
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Valine
Vaustral' Touse
Toa Minti
Tita
Hne
Barts Oury
Asjuiniin
Gould
Sujerealinf
Vimy Biguyong Hin Ie Iilaarne
Bene Bose Bhi
AB Ansett
W. Lewis
Stewart’s
Stewarts
St Benala
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