Local and General: guessing contest, accident report, and fair notes
The article reports a weight guessing contest at the dhow where 960 pounds was correct by Jessie Ireton and Matron Bruce. It also covers a motor car accident in which Mrs Hi Saker of Mertoda was run over but is expected to recover in a few weeks. Additional items mention a Baker’s fair items and exhibits organized by J T Moore with support from the Bowen Bruit Oxpord Society and local merchants.
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Billuck
J Gelly
Mins
Jessie Ireton
Bruce
Magers
Hi, Saker
Mertoda
Mar
Clausdeta
Aces
Baying
W. Hughes
J.T. Moore
Gotting
Bowen Bruit Oxpord Society
Bbbara
Wie
Hashar of Commerce
Obituary and notices from Bowen district
Obituary notices report the death of Mrs Alix Wilson at Thoelehampton and funeral details at Rockhampton. The text records condolences from family and mentions relatives including Mrs A Bare and Mrs A Shunbury. Also notes bureaucratic updates on Mr Samson's engineering services and local civic announcements amid Carnival week activities and community business.
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Alix Wilson
Bat
Thoelehampton
Rockhampton
Wilton
Advicu
Miso
Laub
Ma W
Wilson
Soullk
Cannon Valley
Wooue Great Wepporming Go at TIYOUTHEATRE
The Flaming cousinist Colleen Moore returns to the above theatre next Wednesday night in National's latest photoplay The Perfect Wrapper. Supported by Mayo and Syd Chaplain, the drama features flirtation and danger as a young woman navigates relationships. An additional programme includes Self Doluuve and further acts with a special offer from Conul-La.
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Oolleen Moore
Kira National
Orrlaént
Run Mayo
Syd
Mayo
Moora
Buley
Doluuve
Collene Moore
Frank Mayo
Syd, Chaplin
First National
Salary Cuts Fight Back in Brisbane Deputation
A Brisbane deputation urged restoration of salary reductions citing 1923 precedents. The Premier warned Parliament must not raise wages as it would trigger arbitration and strike. The government aims to broaden the court to award just compensation while resisting political pressure. In Sydney, Aprilgate Bill to raise ministerial and Legislative Assembly pay is set for introduction with expected majority support.
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Brisbane
Whiels
Yeapeot
Sydney
Legislative Assembly
Chamanerax
Memorial Mass for Allied Fallen Soldiers
A solemn memorial Mass was held at St Mary's Cathedral for Allied sailors and soldiers who fell in the great war. The ceremony featured the firing of volleys from ten rifles as part of the service, with members of the congregation in attendance.
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Sydney
St. Mary's
Request to abolish loyalty demonstrations in schools
Sydney Monany reports the Council of the Public Teachers' Association unanimously asks the Ministers to end compulsory loyalty demonstrations in schools. Pupils are required to declare loyalty phrases and salute the flag daily, prompting calls for policy change.
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Sydney
Monany
Council of the Public Teachers' Avspoistion
Governor to propose four hour week plan in talks
The Governor in his opening remarks on Wednesday will outline the government's plan for a four hour work week. The Premier aims to press ahead with the proposal during the upcoming conference week and seeks broader state approval.
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Byaney
Govarnor
Promia
New State Industry Aids Grulura Labour Drive
Sydney Saturday report from Laeweaar Sprraboo states 11 Welsh men arrived for N S Walk Slut Go Ltd to work in Grulura where operations began a year ago. The company says nobility had hindered skilled labour but about 100 unskilled Australians will be employed. A large Commonwealth Government labour request was received.
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Sydney
Laeweaar Sprraboo
London
Wales
N.S. Walk Slut Go, Ltd
Grulura
Well known Espate Agent Murdered in South Yarra
Mialhourag Mousay William Southwick, a six year old noted Espate agent and South Yarra citizen, was found murdered Saturday afternoon near business premises. A woman heard Southwick struggle with a man during a midday argument and his assailant fled. The suspect was described as a young man implicated in the confrontation.
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Southwick
Nteubous
Deportation bill now law in Melbourne and unrest
Saturday dispatches report the deportation bill becoming law, prompting government powers to act amid industrial unrest. Other items mention a US warship visit, a seaplane connection, and a government minister’s statements on labor disputes amid political tensions.
Settlement Ends Crisia With Subsidy Plan in Britain
London reports a Friday settlement of the long lasting crisis after protracted talks. The Government agreed to subsidize the minoassaura for any force used to uphold the Lind Fragen accord. The likely cost is between ten and twelve million sterling.
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Britwin
Liddad
Oval Crisia
Minoassaura
Lt 8
Wal
Gunradios
Mass
Forca
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