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Newspaper
Bundaberg Mail
Location
Bundaberg, Queensland, Australia
Date
Jun 06, 1925
Page
3
Police last night uncovered a large forgery operation in a Cambridge Court Rowe base believed to be the hub of a highly organised gang. Officers found printing plates to forge postal orders and a complete forgery setup, linking to the gang’s alleged master mind who was recently jailed for four years.
Reuter field dispatches describe Rasello and Bounghal tensions with police clashes and protests. Officials claim demonstrators caused unrest. authorities offered bail and postponed broader action. In Shanghai strikes spread, police conducted raids on red literature, while Pekin reports note cautious government efforts to avert violence and avoid disorder amid student demonstrations and mixed reactions.
London reports Cobham and Colonel Edwarda survived a forced landing in Holland while en route toward Berlin to pursue the light aeroplane competition. They continued their journey by train after the incident, both uninjured.
In Brisbane Eddie Butcher, the Wa Australian Welterweight, headlines a card to start at 6.50 p.m. He faces Volare in the main event while undercard bouts include four preliminaries.
London Friday saw executives of eight hour trade union bodies convene under the Miners Federation to discuss forming a united Alliance for mutual protection. Secretary Cook urged unity while speakers remained cautious. Committees of two representatives from each industry group were appointed to study the proposed arrangements.
The Chanter approvedHalo Russian commercial stramty as work on the ITalo Russian treaty proceeds. Reports from February 1824 indicate 18 months of treaty operation yield satisfactory results. Trade figures show 15,000,000 Hre imports from Russia and 14,000,000 firé exports amid potential Berlin economic impact if rejected.
A foreign Australian press report claims Hero Stocker appeared at the Herald office on Wednesday and offered identity proof deemed unnecessary as two Herald staff members recognized him. Stocker allegedly denied the impersonation claim and exited the Glasgow station area past police.
Arrangements for the official opening of the Federal Session by Lord Fouter near completion. Mr Bruce and others discuss the address in reply. Forty meetings are summoned for Tuesday to discuss session work. Nationalists Country party meet in the forenoon and Labour in the afternoon.
Labour's parliamentary lineup near Bana remains uncertain with J Jensen possible retirement clash over Independent Labour group. In Denison Labour and Nationalists edging to three seats each, Labour eyeing a potential fourth seat. Grant or J Maher may be blocked as they retire Nationalists. Mahoney gains 1015 free votes but unlikely elected. influence depends on second preferences. Franklin Mowatt Hass and Darwin contests look favorable to Labour for three seats. Hobbe leadopposition amid ministerial poll shifts. Labour poised to win three seats in Darwin.
The Attorney General Mr. Davin said he had not yet given full consideration to the vote chart urging electors to vote one two three for Latour candidates in the Goulboro Electorats. Authorities reportedly hold that no action is possible under the existing law. Tasmanian fruits are described as world tipped.
Deputies and party members clash over leadership roles in the Country Progressive party. Mr Hingmlle claims Macroman refuses chairmanship of the Provisional Executive. Macroman cites personal strain and tactical unity needs, while King regrets no path clear for leadership. A southern divisional committee is seated. aims to mobilize central and northern districts for an imminent election.
An analysis of the sensational divorce and murder trials draws women to public courtrooms. Psychology suggests a primitive instinct drives spectators to witness agony, even as they feel shame. A London Daily Herald report recalls a respondent who admitted longing to trade places with the accused while despising herself.
The Sydney Labour Council approves a statement celebrating Labour’s poll victory and urging the Government to promptly approve a large industrial programme while warning of an extra £800,000 annual railway cost if Labour returns to power.
At a Brisbane meeting the Greater Council debated negotiating with the City Electric Light Company before building a new power plant. Councillors urged council control over electric manufacture and supply for the greater area, threatening a rival plant if the company resisted.
A quirky local item notes popular peppermint cures claim to ease coughs and colds. Citizens share routines and anecdotal results as a community discusses home remedies and health folklore in the winter season.
A Suva correspondent details a government yacht voyage near Bava and a locals tale of a huge red creature in a reef passage. A canoe collision sank, a woman and child missing, a shattered gunwale fragment, and natives reporting a large wet thing seen by a terrified party. Police caution and monetary prompts follow from the paper.
The Hoghy Kenxue arranges a series of trial games aiming to adapt the strong TV era to tour Australia on July 3. The Ragby Caunell is disptiming terms forwarded by the Queensland Rugby League amid criticism over New Zealand teams touring Queensland. The All Blacka Rugby Union team departed for Sydney by the Morraki.
Mr W F Howe, general manager, spoke at the annual suppliers meeting about diverting cane to a central distillery to render molasses into power alcohol. He outlined modern projections, including a central refinery, to use surplus cane and improve efficiency while noting government policies on sugar allocation and potential export limits.
Early 20th century ad copy extols Wexona Boap as the purest soap for nursery use. It claims inferior soaps irritate skin and cause sores, urging parents to choose Rexona Soap for a refreshing bath that keeps infants calm and comfortable.
A Northern Territory discussion featured Bruce Jong and Edward Nelson defending tropical climate work conditions and contrasting white and coloured labor. They criticized Sir George Buchanan’s view on labour, arguing Territory residents are fit, with Nelson challenging Buchanan to field mixed teams to prove cost differences, while lamenting biased information and potential racial prejudice in labour policy.
Mr W Mbrington returns to Many Peaks on Monday after a homeward trip. Mr GO Burker M L A will pass Bundaberg this morning and stay at Myrtle Villa. Mr EC Smith presents Mufey Harria farm implements for demonstrations at Wargem Hide this afternoon. Mr P G Knyvett leaves for Gladstone, returns Tuesday, and will preside at Bundaberg court Wednesday. Mining representatives from Melbourne inspect properties in the region, reporting valuable data. The Goolitrurun Shire Council will be represented at the Local Authorities Association conference by Dr A J Gib enm and S F Luke. Mr Dingwall plans a stay in Canberra after Mackay. Italian journalist Binela Wario and wife travel by Red Italia to Australia to write about Italian emigration. Mr Oscar Hansen, linked to Captain Amundsen’s polar exploits, comments on expectations for his safe return. Councillor A M Broomfince signs his seat on the Goodghrum Shire Council. Dr Brouly praised for long service. Mr Charles Fortey travels from New Town to Sydney to visit his ailing mother Mrs John Fortey, widow of a former Bundaberg resident, aged 84, described as remarkably vigorous.
The Daily Express reports a society divorce case involving the Duchess of Westminster. The Ti vores petition is listed in the Law Courts, with formal action proceeding in the court system.
Commercial EOS 2 per dozen feature notes high egg prices with whole consignments cleared at 3s per dozen. Fruit and produce attract keen demand while cleaning operations proceed at very satisfactory prices. Sixty head of fat cattle were shipped at Bundaberg last night to the market. Swift Asstt Van Coy Ltd, buyer Mr. B. Pegram, accompanied the shipment.
A fragmentary poem by Henry Wendall contrasts June with a haughty year. It depicts June as a cool, contemplative nymph, calm and sweet, with blue eyes and mossy woods imagery, mentioning flowers, wind, and nature’s quiet influence.
An eclectic text blends a dated poem about finding glad things with an advertisement for Rexena skin and facial soap. It contrasts daily happiness with a promotional claim that Rexena is a pure, medicated soap for clean, healthy skin. The prose shifts between reflective verse and product endorsement.
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