Labor leadership shuffle rumor in Sydney and Canberra
Sydney reports indicate Mr E G Theodore may replace Mr W Lambert to lead the Labor Party in Federal Parliament. Lambert denies resignation, citing health and duty. Melbourne dispatch notes Senator Needham may become Labor Opposition leader in the Senate with Scullins possible House leadership if Charlton retires.
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Sydney
West Sydney
E. G. Theodore
Theodore
Bydney
Newcastle
Pelltics
M. Chariton
Inquirers
W. Lambert
M.H.R
Labor Party
Lambert
Bert
MR. Scullins
Melbourne
Der
Needham
W.A
Senate
Air. Scullins
Labor
House of Representatives
Charlton
Vickers Reconstruction Scheme Report Draws Attention
London reports on drastic reconstruction of Meerrs Vickers Ltd after wartime earnings decline. Commission recommends writing down capital by 12.5 percent as a book entry, not altering asset values. The disclosure stirs business circles and cites lower armament demand and shift to peace products across industrial ventures.
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London
Meerrs Vickers Ltd
Commission
Hs London
Vickers
Federal High Court to rule on Walsh and Johanneen writs
Sydney December 10 reports the Federal High Court is expected to deliver judgment next week on the applications of Walsh and Johanneen for writs of habeas corpus.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sydney
Federal High Court
Walsh and Johanneen
City Motus Life Assurance verdict in Sethe case
A Dec 10 trial before Chief Justice Street to play concluded with the City Motus Life Assurance Society Ltd. suing William Charles Sethe fii. The jury returned a verdict for nominal damages of one farthing, resolving the claim over alleged breach of plan and related issues.
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Sydney
Chief Justice Street
City Motus Life Assurance Society "Ltd
William Charles Sethe Fii
Tooney
Ening
Severe North Island Earthquake Shakes Auckland Area
A severe earthquake struck North Island near Auckland on December 10. Widespread damage included ruined chimneys and peat fires raging on the Hauraki Plains. About 15,000 acres burned and many homesteads are under threat, though not yet destroyed.
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Auckland
North Island
Hauraki Plains
Farmers at Bowen Refuse Loading 65 Tons of Produce
At Bowen on Tuesday Watersiders refused to load 65 tons of farmers produce onto the Malling. Farmers moved the goods to trucks and rail despatch continued Wednesday. About 130 jumpers later surrounded the truck, threatening to halt further loading citing actions by a local fruit society organizer.
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Bowen
Der
Turks in Trouble Fez Ban Sparks Turkish Unrest
Public anger over a bill banning the fez in Constantinople stirred clashes in several Turkish towns. Government sent warships to Rizcon as rioters clashed with guards, casualties reported including officials and civilians, with women among the dead during the ensuing fighting.
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Constantinople
Rizcon
Erzroum
Ada
Primary Produce Pools Act appoints Wool Board liaison
Brisbane dispatch reports the Minister for Agriculture under the act as amended appoints a direct representative to each Wool Board. In accordance with the provision, a present appointment is made to preside over the association.
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Brisbane
Uinister For Agriculture
L. BR
Mae
The Mt Fox Shooting Tragedy Charged at Ingham
Arthur Croton faces a Police Magistrate on charges of wilful murder for shooting Cecil Frere at Mt Fox on November 27. The wife Charlotte Croton testified to brutal conduct earlier in their marriage and described the sequence of events surrounding the killing. She recounted threats and the moment the rifle fired from Croton’s horse. The trial details cruelty, fear, and the path of witnesses to the scene and police.
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Arcurved
Mount Fox
Terry’s
Silent Gully
Terry's
Perry's
Perry
Perry Senior
Claude Perry
Accused
Witness
Crose
The Dread Malady Sedney Dec 10
The annual report of the Director General of Public Health shows cancer rising in deaths. In 1924 cancer ranked second with 2,088 deaths nine percent above the five year average. over twenty years cancer deaths rose 40 percent while tuberculosis fell 33 percent.
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Sedney
Director- General of Public Health
Guardian comments on Italian teal cricket match result
London dispatch notes the Guardian’s view of the Italian cricket test, arguing the Italian team appeared stronger at first glance but the British side benefited from luck. Grimmett played minimally, Beidney’s pace could trouble English pitches, and Gregory’s century stands as a timely reminder of his fast bowling.
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London
Des
The
Manchester “Guardian
Tulligan
Moat
Macartney
Grimmett
Gregory
Howler
Tent Posedy
Bret Aller
Anelland Mee In Volcano Emissions Rise High
A volcanic eruption at NS gaurohae, Anelland, produces dense fumes and vapor rising hundreds of feet into the air, with ongoing continuous activity observed by observers.
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Anelland
Mee
Australia’s ATM and Attitude Summary
Sir Frank Meath, Secretary to the Scientific and Industrial Research, urges de centralising scientific research in Australia to tackle industrial problems after touring the country. He notes Sir George Knibbs must interpret a strict act governing his department and critiques its policy. The piece discusses timber wastage and potential secondary industries, including synthetic boards from straw, acetone, acetic acid from hardwood, and paper from hardwoods, urging use of waste for commercial value.
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Perth
Frank Meath
Australia
East
George Knibbs
America
Kuranda Case Sentences Youth to Ten Years Hard Labor
Brisbane December 4 Justice Pron Han presided over Reginald Cilkington's sentencing for breaking and entering the Kuranda railway station. The defense blamed a troubled upbringing and a tram accident at age 11. The judge warned of possible remission if prison authorities were satisfied with the youth's reform.
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Brisbane
Pron Han Tueday
Nouth
Reginald Cilkington
Kuranda
Roblem
Hevout
Fire destroys Queen's Hall at Ayr in early hours
Fire at Ayr, Lower Burdekin district, demolishes the Queen's Hall built by the Misses Lynch, 1500 pounds insured, with losses to licensee W J Dugan, solicitor R J Ruddy, and the Ayr Caledonian Association. The hall hosted social events and notable celebrities.
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Homz Hill
Der
Egeeen
Ayr
Burdekin
W. J. Dugan
Queen's Hotel
R. J. Ruddy
State Department
Caledonian Association
Queen's ‘Hall
Railway awards narrow scope of wage cuts and protests
In London the National Board ruled on railway wage claims, largely preserving the existing pay scale with minor concessions. A leading company director said workers would accept the award amid protests, while the press notes the era of upheaval is waning as the decision takes effect.
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London
Railway Companie de
National Board
Emale
Fowler
Keuter
Queensland Gold Yields and Returns in November
Brisbane reports the November gold yield for Queensland at 6604 fine ounces valued at £78052, with other ounces valued at £24919 in November. Over eleven months production reaches 42995 ounces valued at £18268, compared with last year’s 4893 ounces valued at £360602. Dividends this year total £56, versus £2910 for the previous year’s eleven months. Principal November yields include Morgan 512 fine ounces, Havenawood 383, Ganpie 110, Coen 78, Cloncurry 34, with other figures noted.
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Brisbane
Queensland
Mr. Morgan
Cloncurry
Aquitania Battles Gale Sighting Damage at Sea
In a gale the giant liner Aquitania suffered window damage and steering difficulty near Southampton. The vessel held a circular course to weather the storm and protect crew while repairs proceeded.
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London
Nammoth
Southampton
Federal support meat export outlined at annual council meeting
At the annual meeting of the Amstrahatt Micap Council a spokesman said the Federal Government would bring legislation to control meat exports with penalties similar to those used for dried fruits and dairy products. The remarks came amid discussion of export regulation and industry protection.
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Prishane
Devernber
Mer
Erttee
Amstrahatt Micap Council
Fracas in alleged gambling school on Lower Abbott Street
Two men, Thomas Purcell and Norman O Brien, were committed for trial at Cairns for assaulting a man named Jack Burke during a gambling session at a Red Shop venue on Abbott Street. Burke, severely beaten, was hospitalized with multiple wounds. evidence linked the defendants to the attack and to property damage at the scene. Bail was set at 150 with sureties.
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Lower Abbott Street
Thomas Purcels
Norman O 'Hrien
Byrne
Cairns
Jack Hurke
Martell
J. Bennett
Albitz
O Brien
Acropolis
Homae
Slctbers
O'Uirien
Jack Barke
Fife
Horke
Tom Purcell
Fance Litt
Eric Purcell
Central Hotel
Ard
Marcell
Jack Huarke
Jim
Fate
Arien
Dil
O'Brien
Theo
Victor
CY Brien
Purcell
John Burke
Purell
About & Jm
Om the 1St ‘Netum
Red Shop
Abbou Street
Troy
Dtaian
Porcell
Tom
Furl
Complainant
Todd
Ir. Langan
Jobe Warke
Mme
Alessol
Tess
Beast
Herbert
Henese
Dirfendant O' Brien
Albertz
Sternberg
Joseph Riddel
Burke
Kien
Arthur Edward Crane
Jol Burke
Winess
Th Suat Court
Mwe
Rex
Dirett
Vurcell
Bennett
Bacon factories Brisbane hearing on Mareeba wage extension
In the Board of Trade and Arbitration Court Justice Webb and W N Gillies heard A.MUNJA seeks to extend the Bacon Masoning South Eastern Award to Mareeba. Union, North Success and Employers' Association counsel clashed over weekly pay and time losses. The judge noted possible agreement on a draft basis, with a Townsville hearing if no final deal is reached in the new year.
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Brisbane
Board of Trade and Arbitration Court
Justice Webb
W. N. Gillies
A.munja
Mareeba
Messrs
Newman
W. Muanno
Scanlon
North Success and Employers’ Association
Munro
Scapion
Setory
Scanlan
Iwa
Townsville
GENERAL BLAMEY'S BADGE CASE IN MELBOURNE
In Melbourne on December 10 a Licensing Court heard a case from Bell Street Fitzroy about October 21. Mabel Tracey, 62, was fined £40 and £10 costs for selling liquor without a license and the magistrate ordered her imprisoned until payment. Liquor found on the premises was confiscated. Tracey's counsel alleged she faced pressure to identify photos of General Blamey amid police friction. The Crown opposed questions about the medal incident, calling the lines of inquiry fishing for a scandal.
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Melbourne
Bellstreet
Fiteray
A Wasman
Mabel Treacey
Tracey
Hlamey
Althen
Mike
Sydney Dec to John Chapman Lusted at Miracahius Escape
Sydney reports a dramatic escape from death at the State Crickworks Auburn. John Chapman suffered injuries to the back ankles and body abrasions. He was buried in a pit under shale and is listed in Scricus condition.
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Sydney
John Chapman
Miracahius
Crickworks
Auburn
Great Hail Storm Wrecks Coramba Homes and Gardens
One of the worst storms in years hit Coramba yesterday afternoon. Hail stones varied from marbles to cricket balls, shattering windows and denting roofs. Trees were stripped, gardens ruined, and lumps of ice up to six inches in circumference lay scattered. the storm lasted about half an hour.
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Sydney
Coramba
Sweethearts Fatal Razor Attack Shocks Sydney
Sydney December report on John Fursden Wilkiany Smith charged with murdering Clare Prowse, a 17 year old postal worker and former lover. Crown says they knew each other two years. crime occurred after an evening in Junee and Sydney. Smith confessed, was convicted of murder with a mercy recommendation. death sentence carried in usual form.
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Sydney
John Fursden Wilkiany Smith
Twas
Central Criminal Court
Clare Prowse
Smith
Adelong
Tom
Ind
Sydeex
Dombananha
O'Neill
Dig
Five Years Hard for Youth in Brisbane Trial
James Hobbs was convicted of attempting to murder Robert Mec Vicker and sentenced by Mr Justice Brennan to five years hard labor. The victim, a balder’s driver, was held up at gunpoint after being lured by a Hit or Miss Gravatt scene described in court. The judge noted premeditation and urged further investigation by authorities before the youth could be deported to England. Accused expressed willingness to return with his family if released earlier.
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Frisbane
James Hobbs
Atlas Fas
Windspeare McCarthy
Robert Mec« Vicker
Mrustice Brennan
McVicker
Balder
Ibli Verycor
Justice Brennan
Doath
Cardin
Australia
England
Australian figure linked to theater lore confuses readers
Fragmentary OCR style text references an Australian figure called Devender Voune Grito and a Peter Katte, tied to Broadway Motion Picture Theatre lore. The excerpt is garbled, mentioning travels to the United States and Australian interest, with unclear details about events or outcomes.
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New York
Devender
Grito
Pia
Doriffe
Peter Katte
NVA
Directors announce mass layoffs endangering project
In Terlin on December 1, the directors of Kops announced the dismissal of hundreds of workers without pensions. They warn that unless they are cautious the entire undertaking could collapse. Trade reporters doubt the viability if new employment is not found soon.
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Terlin
Kops
Bs Mevitatte
Startling Incident Near Vic Toran Power Station
A major disaster occurred at the Vic Toran power station when a shaft in a large generator frame broke. Debris scattered across Vereeniging, with parts found up to a mile away. The stoppage halts over 200 tons daily, costing about 00000 daily. Work was expected to resume by week’s end.
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Capetown
Dee
Vic Toran Falle
Vereeniging
Ireland Treaty Debate Tallies With Boundary Talks
An Irish parliamentary resolution endorses the Anglo Irish Agreement as Britain and the Free State push boundary negotiations. Sir James Craig lauds diplomacy amid a grave crisis, while the opposition accuses the government of secrecy and forced votes. Reuter dispatch from London reports the heated debate.
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Helfacr
North Ireland
Best of Lord Forster Speech on Australia’s Future
Lord Forster praised Australia during a Colonial Institute luncheon, lauding its war record and empire partnership. Sir Arthur Stanley noted progress under Lord Forster as Governor General. The speech urged loyalty to Britain and a strong, industrious Australia ready to meet obligations.
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London
Australia
Lord Forster
Atel
Victoria
Arthur Stanley
Forster
Astralia
Souhern Cross
Organised Fraud Found in Railway Case
A London hearing before Mr Justice James concluded with convictions in a conspiracy involving Frederick Winthe Cimekeeper John Bryant and Herbert Jacobsen. They allegedly defrauded the Railway Commissioners of large sums via forged pay-sheets and phantom employees. Sentences varied. mercy requested due to prior character.
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Sydney
Dee
Justice James
Frederick Winthe
John Bryant
Gangers
Herbert Jacobsen
SS. Wales
Jacobsen
James White
Royal Navy
Winthe
Bevanna
Cairns Aquatic Club plans holiday break and launches new boat
The Cairns Aquatic Club held its weekly executive meeting at the club rooms with Commodore Favell presiding. Officials adopted race reports and agreed the final series race for trophies, while plans to close for holidays and resume January 1 were set. The management committee will report weekly to the executive. A launch boat was authorized for passengers on fishing trips and harbor rounds after races. Carnival plans look strong with a working bee and a big prize giveaway of stockings, hams, suitcases, and balloons. A monster raffle will occur at Cairns next Easter with championship events to attract southern boats. Handicaps for next Sunday's race were declared by the handicapper Me. S. Pavel. The naval launch Pacific will follow the race, with modest charges for gentlemen and ladies.
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Cairns Aquatic Club
Commodore W. Favell
W. A. Collins
J. Neargur
Cairne
Handicanper
Me. S. Pavel
Melody
S. Cadmani
Hyar M
S.E
LSE
Nisen Sylvania
Teedreat
H. Er Mi
LSP
Osprey
Naval
Collins Pharmacy Assurance of Quality and 24 Hour Service
A dated ad touts Collins as providing efficient service with modern equipment and a hallmark of excellence. It notes emergency availability at any hour and references a Drews stock of medical and fancy articles, along with travel guidance and phase listings.
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Collins
Drews
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Vickers Ltd
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Cnitie
MT. Fox
ATM& Attitude
Einer Queen's Hall
British Railways
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Fracas
Cyrrlen
Percels
Mareeba Works
General Blamey
Cirl
MT. Gravats
Dail
Whythe
Finance
Reuter
Salutary Tunishment
Lake and
Shields Streets
Colma
Eotas
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