Shipping movements of collier tonnage in Australia
Shipping notices detail multiple coal steamers and general cargo departures from Brisbane Sydney Townsville and Newcastle. Vessels named Ayo Untoy Mourilyan Poweville and others plan sailings towards Mackay Cairns Bowen and Townsville with port calls and dates in late August and September.
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AP Onl SS. Co
Drisbane
Townsville
Dravce
Newcastle
Mart Bowen
Aly
Saturn
Vocsav
Bowen
Mourilyan
Untoy
Sydney
Rtc
Brisbane
Mackay
Case
Poweyreille
Cairns
Lawsuit Over Newspaper Defamation in Melbourne
A writ against the newspaper Age alleges defamation. Vernon Bates and W Bremer are cited as defendants with John William Canden named. The Melbourne court case concerns alleged publication of incendiary headings about labor abolition and conspiracy claims.
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Lmourne
Ortek Vernon Bates
Preet W. Bremer
John Wilam Canden
Melbourne
Ccm
David Syme
la Bor
Disorder In The House Two Labor Members Suspended
In Melbourne Aug 28 a disorderly scene in the House of Assembly led to two Labor members being suspended. The incidents involved jeering opposition members and interruptions of the government ministers during debate on the Profiteering Committee. The Speaker warned, but the disruption continued causing adjournment for the day.
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Flbourne
Mir
Han- Ma
Unemployed Bill Sparks Brisbane Debates
In Brisbane on August 28 discussions swirled around a new unemployed bill. Proponents claim it would aid unemployed workers, while critics warn it could harm industry and place power in the hands of authorities. Business leaders and the Federation chief voiced strong opposition, citing risks to employment, insurance, and proper representation.
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Brisbane
Avwell
Emp
Fideration
Land Taxation Debate Prompts Dairying Location Concerns
A discussion on land taxation resumes focusing on dairying operations and speculative purposes. Mr. Pratt motions frame the issue while Kenerton’s funds, at six to stock, influence the business paper and the future of the enterprise.
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Bob Pratt
Arecinesteel
Kenerton
Wharf Laborers Idle in Melbourne Still
In Melbourne on August 28 a Wharf Laborers Union member offered for work on the wharves. Workers refused to be picked up at the Labor Bureau but agreed to work with original loyalties chosen at the ship's site. The Waterside Workers' Union executive met and will present the position to the men tomorrow. If government policy is acceptable the dispute may end. otherwise the waterside workers will reassess.
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Melbourne
Wharf Laborers’ Union
Labor Bureau
Waterside Workers’ Union
Unrest at Melbourne Ports as Workers Refuse Bureau Work
In Melbourne arbitration court proceedings the Water side Workers' Federation resists work from the Labor Bureau amid debate over its retention. Judge Higgins notes no strike exists as no employment is taken and delays shed light on government decisions, with a ruling expected Friday.
Senator Millen Holds Talks With Waterside Workers
In Melbourne on August 28 Senator Millen addressed Waterside Workers Federation members. He reported cordial relations but offered no details of discussions inside the building. Some coal jumpers urged immediate resumption without Bureau involvement, while a new meeting was set for tomorrow to discuss his address. The mood shows workers willing to listen to Millen.
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Melbourne
Millen
Waterside Workers’ Federation
Federation
Bureau
British minister warns on coal decline and Europe recovery
London cables report Sir Auckland Seddes, Minister of Reconstruction, warns that Britain faces danger from falling coal output and stresses Europe’s recovery as essential to British trade. He says Britain must boost production and plans to export about 2,000,000 pounds monthly to aid recovery.
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Anguh
Auckland Seddes
Europe
Sinn Fein Loan Prospectus Announces £250000 Issue
A Sinn Fein loan prospectus in London outlines a £250,000 issue at five percent, redeemable after twenty years of international recognition for Ireland. Funds would support promoting the Irish cause worldwide, establishing a foreign consular service, boosting Irish trade and industries, and general national purposes per the Republican Parliament.
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Ang
Sinn Fen Mperalioan
Ireland
American Warning Causes Diplomatic Friction In Paris
Rear Admiral Cristol’s informal admonition to Turkey over Armenian massacres provokes irritation at the French Foreign Office. The United States rejects mandating nationalities in Asia Minor while American delegates in Paris insist the warning was purely informal and not aimed at Britain or France.
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Cristol
Turkey
United States
Asia Minor
Paris
Britain
France
Smuts Addresses Enthusiastic Crowd in Australia Visit
At Maritzburg on August 27 General Smuts received a warm reception. He denied race-hatred in South Africa and said those seeking it should view Europe. He argued South African political problems are minor compared to global intrigues and the need to trust politics.
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Maritzburg
Smuts
South Africa
Europe
Fiume Compromise Under Discussion in Paris
Semi official understanding says Fiume to Italy while the free port and railways in the hands of the League for years. Porta Rosso is mentioned in the arrangement as part of the lease. Approval from Washington is awaited.
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Paris
Fiume
Italy
League of Nazi
Porta Baross
Washington
Prince of Wales to Visit Australia in May
The Prince of Wales will visit Australia in May for at least two months. The tour is arranged and may use the Mediterranean and Suez route with a possible call at Colombo. The trip fulfills a promise made after addressing troops in France.
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Melbourne. Ang
Prince of Wales
Australia
Commonwealth
Mediterranean
Suez Canal
Colombo
Aus
France
Germans Looting Threaten Baltic Provinces Stay on Land
London dispatch reports der Goltz troops refuse to evacuate Lettland and Courland, aiming to seize estates as payment for service. They vow to remain as outposts against Bolsheviks, press Ebert for lands settlement, and defy Brest-Litovsk terms. Von der Goltz returns to Mitau to restore order unsuccessfully as Lettish regiments and red stores face overwhelming force.
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London
Daily Telegraph
Bertin
der Goltz
Lettland
Courland
East Prussia
Ebert
Baltic
Letuland
Brest-Liovsk
von der Goltz
Mitau
British Emigrants and Dominion Emigration Proposals
The Overseas Settlement Department reports about two hundred applications from ex service men for emigration to the Dominions with 73 percent aiming for Canada and the rest for Australia and New Zealand. Many seek fruit growing facilities in Australasia and await arrangements until the Dominions are ready. Agents-General request Commonwealth emigration plans from Australian Commissioner Mr Harry Iden before a conference opening today. Braddon notes no definite proposals and anticipates little result. Victoria will be absent due to St Peter McBride's absence.
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London
Ang.a
Overseas Settlement Department
Dominions
Canada
Australia
New Zealand
Australasia
Harry Iden
Braddon
Victoria
St Peter McBride
Quien Gives Statements on Powder Factory Information
Quien testified at Paris on August 27 that he informed the French military attache at The Hague about powder factories, begged to return to France, but the attache kept him claiming he needed his services. He alleged he received money for missions and could travel without papers.
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Paris
Quien
Hague
France
Quinn
Bolshevik Claim on Zhitomir Amid Plague Report
A Bolshevik wireless claims the re occupation of Zhitomir and reports plague in Don Cossack territory. Szvestia in Moscow says Germany under Entente blockade is sending thousands of prisoners to Deniken's territory.
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London
Zhitomir
Szvestia
Moscow
Germany
Entente Booten
Deniken
Ter
Revolution Pending in Berlin Amid Growing Unrest
London reports indicate Germany appears calmer than after the armistice but hints of autumn unrest grow. Spartacist plots and Bavarian warnings signal potential general strike as Noske clamps down with gun restrictions and press bans to quell revolutionary activity.
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London
Daily Chronicle
Berlin
Germany
Noske
Bolshevik Pamphlets Spark Berlin Disorder
A government notice reports Bolshevik pamphlets found in Berlin. Several members of the Berlin Soviet are arrested as authorities fear escalating unrest. A general strike is urged and measures to suppress the disorder intensify.
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Berlin
Deportation recommended for three noncitizens in London trial
A magistrate convicted two Russians and one Romanian Jew after a disturbance at a base hospital site. The Independent Workers of the World Threat at the base was linked to revolutionary rhetoric but not politics the police said. The judge recommended deportation for the three.
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London
Aus
Australia House Expenditure Cuts Under War Strain
In London on August 28 officials outline restraint at Australia House. Most temporary staff will be dismissed though total savings reach only about three tenths of the target. Balance to be achieved by trimming exhibitions of Australian resources and related items.
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London
Australia House
General Botha Dead in Pretoria after long career
News from Pretoria reports the death of General Louis Botha a leading Boer commander and statesman. He served as Premier of Transvaal 1907 10 led Boer forces at Calenso and South West Africa and later held Native Affairs post in the Union of South Africa. He helped found the New Republic in 1884 and remained involved in Boer national goals and franchise debates. He married a woman said to be related to Robert Emmet.
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Ave
Lowsotha
the Richt How Lows Botha
Lil
Natal
Volksraad O Jamswaalik
Joubert
England
Calenso
Transvaal
South-West Africa
Union of South Africa
Lucas Meyer
Dinizulu
New Republic
Delarey
Itca
Botha
Ve Wet
South Africa
Pew
Mar
Robert Emmet
Harsh Punishments Alleged in Senate Hearing
Washington witnesses claim severe punishments in camps with shocking conditions. Rue and Judge Ansell testified about harsh treatment, while J Baker, the War Minister, allegedly blocked clemency recommendations.
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Rue
Ansell
Ceneral
Senate
Tae Wasarsh
J. Baker
United
Heated Senate Moment Over Japan Theft Accusations
A tense Aug session saw Senator Fall accuse Senator McCumber of alleging Japan was scotched stolen by Germany. McCumber denied the claim as loud rebuttals and denials echoed across the chamber.
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Washington
Fall
McCumber
Japan
Germany
Ballots Sane Result in Coal Workers’ Union
Readable fragments indicate ballot action within the Coal Workers' Union over engagement methods for coaling labor. The 10-day process yielded a vote with a four to resume work outcome affecting Brisbane members and ongoing operations.
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Brisbane
Coal Workers’ Union
Minesweepers Wellington Search Complete
Wellington August 27 report says a completed search ends the current operation. Navy crews assessed the area and filed preliminary findings with regional authorities. No further action was announced at this time.
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Wellington
McCready Heads Profiteering Inquiry Board
General Sir William McCready has begun the administration of the Profiteering Act and formed a panel of employer and worker representatives to examine production costs across industries including bone underwear and hourdo clothes. The aim is not to fix prices but to investigate costs.
Austro Treaty Talks Forecast Reparation Plan
The status of Austrian treaty terms remains unsettled with expenses and repairs expected to be allocated. Officials anticipate Austria bearing primary responsibility for reparations while other countries may share in related costs.
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Austria
Burply Train Robbery Report From Dijon
A goods train near Dijon carrying American army supplies was reported missing or looted. The cargo included cooking and heating stoves, utensils, shoes, clothing, tobacco, and cocoa. Police investigate potential theft and determine details of the incident.
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