Bitterly fought Rockhampton by election for Forde seat
Bitter and divisive campaign in Rockhampton centers on the 1920 legislative by election won by Mr. Forde for the fапrcrnian seat. Voters backed Forde with a strong majority amid accusations and counterclaims as ministers toured the district.
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Herraait
Mry Forde
House of Representative
Forde
Theodore
Premiéy
Gites
Jane
Bropford
Rockhampton
Rescued From Shaft After Narrow Mine Incident
A group including Jack the Silo, Paddison, and Wilkie were trapped in a mine shaft. They were lowered and brought to the surface with all safe. Paddison suffered head injuries and awaits word on recovery as rescue efforts continue.
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Bydney
Johnie
Jack
Paddison
Giru Defendant Fined and Pleads Guilty in Two Months Charge
Our correspondent reports in Zownnville on February 17 Falls Court saw the driver Gira.wlan and accused Ferri plead guilty. The defendant was fined £20 with costs 3 shillings 6 pence, and sentenced to two months in custody on the rious charge.
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Zownnville
Falls
Eourt
Ak Gira
Wlan & He
Rious
Ferri
Counry
Oeary Ait
Pearlers' Dispute Sparks Disturbance at Thursday Island
Eastern Thrace report notes tensions rising as local authorities address a disturbance linked to Pearlers' group and a controversial meeting. Residents allege disruptions at a public hall and accuse a named individual of inciting unrest amid regional tensions.
German Ruhr Officials Imprisoned and Mediation Talks
The article reports German Ruhr officials jailed and fined for refusing French prisoners. It notes no British mediation despite Bielin’s outreach, and mentions French and German actions in occupied territories alongside tensions over reparations and ongoing negotiations in Berlin.
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Bielin
Triquectur
Liuisbury Waol
Duisburg
Tourmon
Germany
Berlin
Ashington
Bae
Cheaper Postage Hints From Melbourne Federal Review
Melbourne reports on potential postage reductions for pestel department facilities as the Federal Ministry reviews rates. The new Postmaster-General W G Gilson advocated lower charges while a private member, previously, pushed for reform. Public relief may come soon but timing remains unclear.
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Melbourne
W. G. Gilson
Dublin Explosion Prompted 14 Arrests In City Center
In Dublin a blast in Farpell Square near Mason's residence at Kildare sparked a mass round of arrests totaling fourteen. Police describe rapid aftershocks and ongoing inquiries into the motive and perpetrators.
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Farpell Square
Wyyen Mason
Kildare
Immigrants Arrive by Moreton Bay
A report notes arrivals by Moreton Bay with names and dates of passage. The piece mentions new names and passengers seeking establishment, and references a sea voyage ending in Queensland.
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Moreton Bay
Ambiguous OCR Generates Fragmentary Speechweights
Fragmented text appears to reference speakers and sessions with garbled words. The readable portions mention a speakership topic and potential signals of candidate discussion but lack coherent names, places, dates, or concrete events. The item reads like a damaged OCR snippet from a meeting or election note.
Buried Treasure Unearthed at Tomb Chamber Discovery
Reported Saturday the tomb of a wealthy antiquity was opened after a sealed entrance collapsed. Inside a 14 by 14 feet mortuary chamber revealed a granite canopy, a gilded cat statue, a golden chariot and richly decorated walls. An ancient ruin showed signs of recent disturbance and robbers had left marks and traces in artefacts.
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Carnarvon
Eirene
Rebbare
Queensland Heavyweight Trials End With Knockdowns
Gornick and Taylor fought twenty rounds for the Queensland heavyweight crown with Taylor prevailing after twice knocking down Gornick in the seventh round and the crowd saving the fallen fighter. Beckett and Smith clashed for the lightweight title with Beckett edging ahead. Dwyer defeated by unclarified opponent in Brisbane, crowd unhappy as match halted after rounds due to weight concerns. referee Craig and manager Mr. Doughty involved.
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Queensland
Chempton- Rochangton
Max Gornick
Charlie Taylor
Taylor
Hag Gornick
Brisbane
Hughie Dwyer
Enadiahmnan
Jaweph
Me. Craig
Doughty
Rin
Joaron
Fhowah Joseph
Dwyer
Mmsey
J ‘Ther
Hin
Fife
Joseph Ree
Witnense
Austra
Forwan
Stadium
Seagare
Mann's Brilliant Century in Wallaroos-Encelsior Match
In a club cricket intertown contest, Mann scored 114 not out for Wallaroos, delivering a sparkling innings with 17 fours and 1 six. Ames reached 102 for Colma in a separate fixture, while Mercantiles and Trinity matches produced notable contributions from Treacy, Kennedy, and combined bowling efforts. Wallaroos won outright with a seven-wicket margin after dismissing Hambleedon for 88.
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Gomp
Ais Judement
Peniog Hraugtons van Hella
Kinulin
Intertown
Ames Im
Goldsmerthy
Cummins
Amies
Colma
Cairne Warehouse
Nat
Laroos
Warner
Tittard
Allen
Thutlee
Mercanillen
Tone
Oxley Thante Wal
Swoee
Marcann Trinities
Irs
Kennedy
Gel Gelling
Hulsts
Treacy
Hy Pe
Benna Ehibeld
Seaman Iilen
Lynam Y
Sundries
Owllegs Maternad
Cietie
Lynam
Gordon
MeMalon
Mercantiles
Ant
Treary
Onley
Lonanee
Lennon Oxy
O'Neil
Oxley
WE McMahan
Gordon Miveney
Ge Kennedy
Ulsekenste
Sundries Seely
Tres
greSlice
Mr Lennon
Hambleane
Wallerope
Hannity
Spead
Hambledon
Speed
Plomley
Smith
Wallarong
Plemley
Hamhleedon
Cuming
Frere Grat
Foeter
Tietaed
Gohdeworthy
Goldsmarthy
Pamley
Beinx
Mamley
Whitung
Court injunction sought against Leland Lodge society action
Brisbanus February 18 The Supreme Court deals with trustees of certain leagues of the United Ancient Order of Drvidy seeking an injunction to restrain the Leland Lodge society’s action across the trial court, amid confusion and illegible details.
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Meree
Marie Bos
Rest of the News Noted in Fragmented Text
Fragmentary OCR mentions a Pepenbaen magistrate and a “for a er pralinietion” action. The snippet lacks clear names, dates, or outcomes, offering only scattered phrases and nonstandard terms.
Striving for Peace in Parliament Debate on Labor Amendment
London reports show Mr Baldwin defending the sanctity of contracts and calling for a peace strategy amid world tensions. He urges Britain to seek mediation with America and to stand for contracted principles. A Liberal reunion push also frames party unity amid fractured ranks.
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London
Andress
House of Commons
Kaursay MacDonald
Pwtip
France
Straty
Furmillars
Brie Tgin
Naldwin
Britain
America
Limbral
Rau
National
Liberal Minster
Liberal Party
Monument Unveiled by State Governor for T. J. Ryan
A large crowd gathered at Roowang Cemetery this afternoon as the Governor paid tribute at the grave of Theodore Ryan. Officials recalled Ryan as a strong Citizen and humanitarian who supported the movement to which he devoted his life, praising his warmth, courtesy, and healthful influence.
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T. J. Ryan
Theodore
Gion Sellency
Phe Ryan
Mare
Ryan
Ahl
Mathew Nathan
Ientieman
Renee
Ubeat
Enlil
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