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Newspaper
Bundaberg Mail
Location
Bundaberg, Queensland, Australia
Date
May 30, 1925
Page
3
Rydney or Petochienn arrested at the University and charged with discharging fireworks in the Town Hall. About 690 students marched from the Town Fall to Macquarie Arrest, to Circular Quay, and to Dodiala where a demonstration was held. police stopped them at each point.
In the House of Commons Mr Birickland urged creation of a Department of Cotton Growing within the Empire on a commercial basis. Mr Amery said no immediate action without careful consideration of practicality. He pledged support for the British Cotton Growing Association’s work.
A Melbourne based account reports editor Ainsworth Mitchell analyzing Mary Stuart letters and archives. It argues Sir William Maitland framed Mary, cites Elizabethan persecution, plots against Mary, and suggests Maitland’s guilt while Mary faced execution.
London reports from Fram indicate a large high pressure bell in the Polar Sea on the day planes left for the Pole. A favoring weather outlook may allow the expedition to patrol beyond the ice edge, with Amundsen and crew possibly returning by air or on foot, as weather permits.
In Brisbane on a May 14 fire at a Wynnum shop owners Harold Hardy and Nicholas Martoa faced charges of conspiring to destroy a building with petrol and wires. Martoa admitted to threats to burn the place down, and the pair appeared with disputed ages for juvenile court proceedings.
In the House of Commons Mr. Joynson Hickey estimated permission limits for foreign Communist delegates to Glasgow on May 30. Debate covered definitions of subversive propaganda, government permits, and whether actions stemmed from other nations. Separately, weather reports from Spinsbeorgen and Oslo describe worsening conditions and searches related to Arctic operations and Cape Columbia plans.
In Bria bane city council decisions, the metropolitan medical arrangement is reviewed under the Hoords Joriaflation. Matron Hurtone Mine Fourme of Arle bane General Hospital is cited in a query to report to the General Medical Superintendent for the next steps. The issue concerns staffing and oversight of the metropolitan hospitals.
Police at Babinda Mill report refusal by workers to work up to seventy percent production as Brit ish and other nationals withdraw from Badhide and Innisfail. Magistrate O Kelly moves to Cylron for further directions to resolve parties disputes.
A daring criminal Len Carrick described as a damaging offender was sentenced to three years hard labour for breaking and entering and theft in Brisbane. Acting Justice Dickson stated Brisbane faced a surge of alarmingly prolific crime with daily house break-ins and promoted tougher action.
Fragmentary report from Brisbane notes Blaty Enterprises Fitteries department offering a ban amid a glut of flab within Vries ane. The discussion centers on timing and the potential sale of the glut, with several major trucks already rented out with supplies.
Report from Maseru on the Prince of Wales tour in Basutoland as crowds gather for a major spectacle. Afghans and natives participate while cattle and meal supplies are pledged. a grand pageant unfolds amid era of travel disruptions and ceremonial displays.
A meeting of the Country Pro dresalve Party committee of management decides no meeting for the provisional executive on June 6. The Weenie today denies government plans for early general elections and has no reason to think Faris will alter his course. Parliament term expiration discussed.
Reports from Melbourne and Wellington describe a New Zealand deportation to Australia amid immigration concerns and a Labour Party protest over the removal of reputed Australian agitator Lyons. Authorities cite public danger and constitutional limits, noting direct action as a criminal offense and a need to prevent violence.
Sydney reports on the NSW elections with 206 candidates contesting 20 seats. Voters will cast ballots using the preferential system, amid expectations of a large turnout and possible shifts in representation.
Fragmentary report notes an Italian airman named Melchene di Pinedy traveling by air toward Melbourne. The piece mentions expected arrival near Broom on the North West route, with aims to reach Melbourne Saturday morning and follow earlier aviation routes used by Aviators Gobli and Molmtyre last year.
An ill-formed report describes a ceremonial welcome for the American Ambassador Mr Houghton in Europe. It notes divided reactions among Angio American relations and debates over wartime diplomacy, while praising humanitarian aims and cross‑border efforts.
At the initial meeting of the Queensland Butter Board Mr C H Jain was elected chair. The board approved financing steps for Poorda operations and agreed to levy a halfpenny per box on all butter manufactured in Queensland for the coming year starting June 1. The move aims to raise about 80 in the twelve months. Authority granted to arrange meetings and finance with available funds.
Friday report quotes Purdy cautioning Australia about a possible infantile paralysis epidemic. He notes that paralysis is likely transmitted by the bite of common mosquitoes and urges people not to panic.
An artillery trainee Robert Higson died when a gun team bolted at Enogeen Camp. Rider Arthur Todd alleged fault by the driver and horse behavior, while warrants and camp officers questioned the rider’s role. Captain Colwin and Captain Growin defended procedures and denied prior fault.
A garbled report cites items with limited clarity including supply constraints and bidding. It references names like Engin and Delage, partial dates, and scattered figures such as 14 and 72, with mentions of power demand and declined offers.
John Caldwell, deemed a dangerous criminal, received four years for robbery under arms. He traveled from Adelaide in March and faced Justice Dickson. Police noted the threat of firearm crime amid a broader view of criminal intent in the region.
Historic floods severed communications with Goulburn and Uralla and inundated Wage, displacing thousands. Residents report widespread damage including flooded homes, losses of livestock, and stranded communities. Emergency efforts mobilize police, volunteers and relief shelters as waterways rise.
A shipment of golf bars valued at 2 750 009 was imported from South Africa by the Elanora company yesterday. The goods are intended for the Melbourne branch of the English, Beottinn and Australian Bank.
In a Davis Cup clash, Britain beat Denmark with solid singles and doubles showing. The match featured notable performances from key players and secured essential momentum for Britain in the cup ties.
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