Civil War in China Report on Shanghai Occupation
Reuters reports General La Yung Halang captured night, with forces advancing toward Shanghai. An armored train from Wasih arrived at Shanghai north station, disarming local troops, signaling a de facto occupation and a cautious foreign response. La Yung Halang expects a larger force to reinforce Shanghai tonight.
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Reuter
Shanghai
la Yung Halang
Chi Helton Yuan
Japan
Ly Hung Hotang
Wasih
Shanghai North Station
Chi Ox
la Yung Helang
la Yung He'ang
Birdwood Honoured At London Knights Dinner
London Thursday reports a Knights of the Round Table dinner in honor of Sir William Birdwood. The event praised Australian troops at Gallipoli and in France, lauded their courage and discipline, and urged vigilance against alien domination while noting Vickers guns aided Allied forces. Trevor Dawson was proposed as heir, and General Diwson’s later supply of weapons is referenced in the wartime context.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London
Knights of the Round Table Order
William Birdwood
Trevor Dawson
Vickers Lird
Gallipoli
Tor Min
Ernie Benihs
Creneral
France
Austrailia
Croydon Air Disaster Inquiry Reopens Into Cause
The Croydon air disaster inquiry resumed with Mr J Gray of Imperial Airways stating the company cannot determine the accident’s definite cause. He suggested a defective pipe could be ruled out and a rare weather mix contributed. Captain Newman of British Aviation Insurance said negligence was not indicated. The inquiry adjourned to January 25.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Croydon Air
J. Gray
Imperial Airware Lote
Newman
British Aviation Inanranes Group
Imperial Airways Company
Russian oil output and Manchurian shale plans abroad
Reuters reports Russia will supply half of Japan's annual demand in peacetime from BSaghallen oil as Japan secures a Russian concession. Navy Minister Takarage tells the Diet that shale deposits in Manchuria will be exploited to meet further needs, with machinery partly imported from Scotland.
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Reuter
TORIO
Tila
Bsaghallen
Japan
Newyy
Takarage
Manchuria
Scotland
Quilpie Oil Discovery Sparks Mixed Local Hopes
Quilpie residents react to news that Camerons well near Quilpie shows oil and gas but not in commercial quantities. Townspeople resist boom talk fearing long, costly prospects. Foreseeable influx of workers not feared as much as syndicators seeking capital.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Quilpie
Camerons
Russian Soviets Seek Early Trial in Waalan Consulate Case
The Russian Soviet applies to the Court of Kings Bench for an early trial of the case against M OM to obtain possession of contents of the Waalan consulate in London and state archives. The Hon was refused.
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London
Court of Kings Bench
MOM
Waalan
Incenan
Murder of the Sirdar arrests in Birdars case
Cairo reports a wave of key arrests tied to the Birdars murder. Police say they are closing in on the asmasina, with all detainees linked to the Wall organization and including ex-Deputy Cha tk Man sour, who was jailed and released recently.
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Cairo
Birdars
Asmasina
The
Wall Organisation
Cha Tk Mansour
All Blacks Tour Abroad Finance Statement Withheld
London reports that Mr. Prescott and Mr. Cooper of the English Rugby Union refuse to disclose any financial results of the All Blacks tour. They say only the finance committee can issue a statement at its February 14 meeting and that finances do not involve the New Zealand public but are a Union matter.
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London
Prescott
Cooper
Rugby Union
All Blacks
New Zealand
Attempted murder in Lewisham hospitalized victims
sensational early hour attack leaves William Robertson and Mrs Susan Fonten in hospital in non serious condition. Robertson stabbed in throat while Fonten hit with a hatchet. Womans statements taken. alleged assailant described as Terasali Floserteen Wail. police report indicates heated dispute and threats against Fonten during the incident.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sydney
Lewisham
Wiliam Robertson
Susan Fenton
Cranth
Mia
Fenten
Bausge
Mrs. Fonten
Perjury Charge Against Avosey At Patten Court
Arthur Nicholls JHehop was charged with perjury before Justice dames at the Supreme Court. The case related to a hearing on a matter brought by him against Smith's Newagapory Gael for alleged Tibet. Avenaway reminded to Pelritary Ltd on bail.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Avosey
Thurslay
Arthur Nicholls
Charcel
Patten Court
Justice Dames
Supreme Court
An Wetton Broweht
Peainet Smith
Newagapory Gael
Tibet
Avenaway
Pelritary Ltd
Fishing Village Gone in Lisbon Cable Shift
A fragment reports a Portuguese West Africa coastal village near Mossamedes with about 6,400 residents and notable cable station activity. Details are sparse as receivers in Lisbon relay the news of the submerged town and its unsettled status amid earlier rumors.
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Thursdang
Port Alexander
Whlel
Lisbon
Portuguese West Africa
Inquest Opens Into Florence Murrell Rivalry Death
Suspicious death inquiry reported by Daily Express ties scandal over a ridged hurdle order. Florence Murrell linked to case as inquest proceeds. young Trae, once employed at a local galow, died in a cottage hospital near Frimley. Police and coroner examine evidence this Thursday.
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Daily Express
Florence Murrell
Young Trae
Frimley
Imperial Economic Committee to promote Empire primary products
Melbourne reports the Imperial Economic Committee will devise ways to place Empire primary products on the British market with profitable yields for growers. Mr Amery invited Australia to nominate two representatives, with Dominions each sending two, Britain four. The British government may provide one million sterling to finance the scheme.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Melbourne
Imperial Economic Committee
Commonwealth
Colon
Great Britain
Baldwin
Britleah
Brennan butter box idea aims to save ship space
Australian Press notes Brennan of Brisbane patent box grooves to circulate cold air, allowing dense stacking without battens and promising space savings in refrigerate chambers. Estimates claim £187 freight savings per twenty thousand boxes and £12 yearly from reduced batten use, while box strength remains a question.
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London
Queensland
Brennan
J. Brennan
Railway Department
Brisbane
Brennan Bex
England
Battens
Sensational NSW collapse ends as Victoria wins by seven wickets
New South Wales bowled out while Victoria chase 223, with Woodfull batting through to 124 and Mayne, Mayne, and Liddleworth contributing. Victoria secure a seven wicket victory after a long two innings, with tense fielding and a late run chase.
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New South Wales
Victoria
Crigket
Sydney
Tates
NOR
Gane
Wie
Mane
Lew Heforis
Senate
Woolfall
Wendey Lagelteer
Rons
Mie Pxrepetien
Resler
Flendry
Ewen
Morrissey
Liddieur
Idddleuer
Lawes
Morgan
Othe
Cronee
Erict Clem
Ratcliffe
Tadiere
Taverant
Wourfull
Wondfal
Woodfull
Beorne
Wales
N.S. Wales
Mayne
Thw
Bcott
Hendry
Scott
le M
Liddlewt
Br Morgui Dys
Tarrant
Not Mulsy
Prominent Footballer Awaits Australia in February
Tommy Lawton, the famed footballer, awaits his Australian arrival on February 7 and plans to play for Queensland. The announcement frames his travel as preparation for joining Queensland's football squad.
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London
Tommy Lawton
Australia
Queensland
Rain and floods hit parts of north west Brisbane region
Rainfall across north west Brisbane for 24 hours ending nine this morning was widespread except between Arandangle and Adavale and the Mackay Hebel line. Penetrating showers threatened the southern border districts while the Etheridae railway faced floods and traffic disruption. Repairs are underway and resumed expected today as the Warrego River at Cunnamulla rises toward the bridge.
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Brisbane
Arandangle
Adavale
Mackay
Hebel
Richmond
Longreach
West Leighardt
Croydon
Georgetown
Wealgate
Darling Downs
Railway Department
Etheridae
Wiao
Cunnnamilly
Warrega
Cunnamulla
Police Conference Details Amid Shifting Leadership
The report notes senior officers including Chief Inspector Brosnan and Deputy Commissioner of Police Priointes as attenders at a conference. In the absence of Commissioner Ros, Flores is listed as presiding. Adelie and Quena are referenced in the context of forthcoming sessions.
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Hrishane
Thakeday
Brosnan
Telly Priointes
Police
Comitts- Fleer Ros
Flores
School principal appointed in Trevdhy district
Unclear OCR reads F Fletcher appointed principal of Trevdhy High School at State School Ghisrate. Details about role and eligibility are fragmented. confirms district education administration naming a leader for the Trevdhy school.
Revolt Rumors Reach Prisoners at Stewarts Creek
Disjointed OCR text hints at prisoner unrest and regional threats near Stewarts Creek Gael. Mentions of Home Sere Tenney and Stewarts Creek appear among garbled phrases about strikes and security concerns. No clear events, dates, or organized groups emerge.
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Ams
Gotan ii
Stewarts Creek
Tainan
Premiers Meet On Migration Loan Proposals In Brisbane
The Queensland Government and the Commonwealth discuss migration loan proposals at the Premiers conference in Brisbane. Cabinet decisions will not be issued at the meeting. proposals move to Commonwealth consideration as states review loan allocations for the next year.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Brisbane
Bng
Queensland
Toshael
Abelbombaye
Mero
Commonwealth
Theodore
Vee Enterprises
Mir Forgan Smith
Travelling Stock Rules Notify Inspectors On Deaths En Route
Regulations approved require every owner or person in charge of travelling stock to notify the nearest inspector or police officer in writing of any stock that died or was killed during transit. A second regulation prohibits the sale or use for human consumption of stock that died or was killed prior to arrival at the slaughterhouse or boiling down establishment.
Queenslander Sugar Leader Taps TXL Works for Dry Goods
Queensland's biggest customer for sugar is the TXL works, where famous Jane canned fruits and Ravuees are processed. Dea no other.
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Queenslands
TXL
Premier refutes plan to abolish Returned Soldiers Wharf Bureau
In Melbourne on Thursday the Premier denied reports that his government planned to abolish the Returned Soldiers Wharf Bureau set up during waterfront unrest. About 400 men queued at the Government Shipping Office at Dawes Point that morning, but only two remained after an hour as conditions returned to normal.
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Bydney
Dawes Point
Farndale
Melbourne
Walsh
Joseph Morris
Watersiders
Meeenater
Watersiders’ Federation
Sieiles
Oyster Thieving Trial In Brisbane Stamens Court
In Moreton Bay court today the case of oyster thefts was heard. Several defendants faced charges of procession of Orbos and similar offences. Charles Smeaton was fined £500 with £70 costs, Arthur Jones and Thomas Low also fined, while other defendants received varied penalties.
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Brisbane
Stamens Court
Moreton
Wits
Asuinas
Orbos
Charles Smeaton
Arthur Jones
Thomas Low
Way
Unclear Sydney Brisbane notice on public works plan
Fragmentary report from Brisbane on unemployment discussions and cabinet decisions about public works. Names and specifics are unreadable, but text indicates government plans to assign departments to carry out public works, with dates and officials unclear.
Chinese Gambling Den Raided. Ten Arrests Reported
Police raided an alleged Chinese gambling den in Alexandria last night. Ten arrests were reported as officers swept the premises. Two women allegedly offered a bribe of £36 to Sergeant Collins during the raid amid great excitement. Inmates made desperate escape attempts, but all exits were barred.
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Syrsey
Thoradiy
Alexandria
Ods
Collins
Victorian loan issue attracts broad public subscription
A loan of £2,006,000 issued by the State Savings Bank of Victoria at 44 percent maturing in 1837 and issued at £99 has proved highly successful with about £4,106,009 subscribed. Considerable interstate interest was shown with strong applications from Sydney, Adelaide and Arishane.
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Melbourne
Bavings Bank of
Victoria
Lees Han
Rydney
Adelaide
Arishane
Sydney Town Hall adds eight story wing on Druitt Street
The finance committee recommends immediate construction of a new eight story section fronting Druitt Street at an estimated cost of £96,000. The full approved scheme, including all additions, is valued at £266,000.
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Sydney
Sydney Town Hall
Druitt Street
Hairdressers Union Withdraws From Labour Council NSW
The Hairdressers Union decided to withdraw affiliation with the Labour Council of New South Wales arguing the council is not truly representative of the working classes. The move was reported Thursday by Bydey.
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Bydney
Hairdressers Union
Labour Council of
New South Wales
Labour Council
Burnett Primary Producers' Agency reports livestock demand rise
The Burnett agency notes a large livestock sale wave with strong demand for store cattle and fat cattle. It lists upcoming auctions, including Mr T Thompson's Jersey herd at public sale and a 120 acre Lever's Walk farm offering with flexible sale portions and terms for buyers.
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Offic
Wroingarra
Korman Howard
Lovers Walk
Cologseum
Jersey
T. Thompson
Queensland
Thomsen
Lever's Walk
Fat Stock Sales Report From Enoggera and Surrounding Areas
Four thousand sheep penned with irregular market, prime mutton bids up to 7d and best bullocks at 22/ to 24 per 100. Mactagearra, Glen Cairn, Lamington, and Myra Meadows accounts show bullocks averaging various pounds, with strong cattle numbers and mixed prices. Dalgety and New Zealand Loan agencies also report penning 4900 and 4000 sheep respectively, noting volatile demand and variable beef values.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Brisbane
Messra Mactageart Bros
Enoggera
Wei O
Wairmere
Wetheron
Glen Cairn Lamington
Myra Meadows Tata
New Zealand Loan & Agency Ltd
Wwe
Enogerra
James Watt’s Workshop Presented to Science Museum
Major Gibson Watt donated the attic workshop of James Watt from Heathfield Hall Handsworth near Birmingham to the Science Museum South Kensington. Watt lived there from 1768 to 1819. After his death the workshop was closed for about forty years and later shown to visitors. The estate has been sold and the house will likely be demolished.
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James Watt
Gibson Watt
Science Museum
South Kensington
Heathfield Hall
Handsworth
Birmingham
Engineering
Japan and its diplomatic and athletic aims in 1930s era
The Osaka Nam says Japan’s diplomatic links to the United States face delicate issues as Matsudaira’s mission in Washington is seen as pivotal. It notes Tokyo’s push for a reformed Japanese Athletic Association, a planned 18 rail projects, and a silk export upswing. Prince Chichibu begins studying English in December ahead of a 1936–37 voyage and further study in England.
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Maru
Japan
King George
Ite
Prince of Wales
Osaka
Apsheora
Matendira
Tates
America
Washington
Matsudaira
Pacific
Japan Athletic Association
Association
Tita
United States
Kobe
Chichibu
Herold BE
Palme
Menitor Ofice
HLH
Prince Hibu
Princas
Bia
England
Museum to Reproduce Attic and Display Watt Tools
Museum authorities plan to reproduce the attic and place Watt’s tools in it. The display will be in the Heathfield Hall room since Watt’s death, with the reon on the ground. The new museum building will be near two Bourne engines in the 1% area at Drenen.
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Abeh
Heathfield Hall
Watt
Rew
Drenen
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