Kanowna Sinks Off Kangaroo Island Disaster Claims No Lives
The Kanowna colliers sank at 7 35 am after fog and poor visibility guided a collision with the southeast coast. Crew and passengers were saved by the Dumosa, with cargo valued around £100 000. Few belongings were recovered as wreckage fouled the water and warnings were sent to nearby ships. The ship departed Sydney Saturday morning under Captain New Berry, replacing Captain Sherland on leave.
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Sydney
Sherland
New‘Berry
Ormiston
Wreck description near dawn recounts crew actions
The fragment recalls a late night shipwreck with Kasonna and two boats in the water at 1.30 am. The collier’s deck and space were badly damaged while parents delayed the Mackarra’s arrival. The crew struggled to shelter themselves as authorities assessed the scene.
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Cme
Dec
Mackarra
Nervous Hg under care as Gy Fs ce ma ie ht years pass
The fragment notes high anxiety in a patient named Hg and mentions Debeny handling Gy Fs ce ma ie ht over several years, reflecting uncertain medical care context from an old newspaper clipping.
Germanys Record List and Bear Fever Note
A cryptic item titled Germanys Record List notes a bear fever count and mentions a 7 seat total as a record notated with fragmented references to last year’s figures and an unclear list of letters. The sparse text references a record related to seating and a dated comparison.
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Bear Fever
Am Tee — Aalimnrsiio
Duchess of York Convalesces, Will Miss Engagements
London February 15 A bulletin states the Duchess of York is convalescing satisfactorily and will not attend any engagements for a week or a fortnight.
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London
Duchess of York
Volunteers Introduced in Sydney Timber Mills
Sydney on February 1 saw volunteer labor quietly deployed in timber mills and yards, workers paired in twos. Employers claim success while pickets say more men left. Officials of the ACTU caution about evidence delays and foresee a crisis as merchants plan to move timber to the metropolitan area.
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Sydney
Cohenaner Tober
Emetropolitan
Timber workers at Port Ade decide to offer work tomorrow
Adelaide February 1. Timber workers at Port Adelaide decided to offer for work tomorrow under the Lukin award. In rowing events Felcax 3 for 36, Hooker 1 for McNamee, none for 21, Marks none for 9, McCabe nosed for 1, Morris none for 6, Andrews none.
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Adelaide
Port Adeaide
Lukin
Felcax
Hooker
McNamee
Marks
McCabe
Morris
Andrews
Colts Competition Formed In North Sydney Plans
In North Sydney on February 18 the New South Wales Cricket Association moved toward a Colts competition modeled on the Sheffeld Shield, approving the inauguration approach. Mr E R Babb was given permission to commence work on forming the teams.
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Sydney
New South Wales Cricket Association
E. R. Babb
Gonccadead
Snowy London Suppresses Historic Match Day
London snow chaos interrupts a landmark event as crowds gather at Royal London amid freezing conditions. Officials note heavy snowfall, skating areas flooded, and disrupted proceedings while observers describe unusual weather impacting a major gathering.
River fairs on ice spark embankment build up
Occasions and fairs were held on the ice of the river as embankments were constructed, accelerating flow and reshaping the waterway. The events reflect efforts to organize winter activities while improving river management.
Unclear cricket score notes from fragmentary minutes
Fragmented match minutes show stumps at 5.35 with 144 on board. Bowler Tate took 2 for 21 and Freeman 2 for Hobbs, Fairfax. Names garbled. no clear teams or outcomes can be confirmed from the partial OCR text.
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Tyldeskey
Shark Attack At Maroubra Beach Leaves Man Critical
Alan Bus of South Kensington was wounded by a shark about 70 yards from shore at Maroubra. About 200 beachgoers watched as H Clay and W Harrison swam out, supported him back to shore, and rushed him to hospital in a collapse, while witnesses praised the rescuers for their bravery.
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Rinee
Alan
South Kensington
Maroubra
Butcher
All Are
Mail from Brisbane for Sydney Delayed Overnight
A Brisbane to Sydney mail train arrived eleven hours late. The service, expected to reach at ten, now left at 8 30. The Brisbane mail was delayed and an express service was scheduled to leave for Sydney tonight.
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Exprese
Wits
And the Second Conference in Sydney Today
Sydney hosts the second conference with officials gathering to discuss regional concerns and set agendas for upcoming sessions. Local leaders campaign for outcomes while attendees hear keynote addresses and plan collaborative initiatives.
Industrial Peace Conference opens in Sydney session two
Sir Wallace Bruce, chairman, arrived from Adelaide for the second session in Sydney. Delegates from Melbourne Trades Hall Council withdraw, a loss to the conference. Critics hope the council may reconsider the decision despite the absence of Mr Gibson and Mr Roberts and Crewe ton's remarks.
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Melbourne
Sydney
Wallace Bruce
Adelaide
Walnat Bruce
Melbourne Trades Hall Council
Gibson
Roberts
Alysed Creweton
Prime Minister to address conference adjournment details
Canberra date details show the Prime Minister at a hotel during the conference period beginning March 12 with the House meeting on March 8 and adjourning March 22 until July. Opposition Leader Scullin reacts with surprise at news of the Rotary adjournment described as utter.
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Canberra
Mr. S
J. H. Scullin
Anglo American electrical combine basks in Birkenhead pay
The Financial News notes Lord Birkenhead will receive about 15000 pounds as chairman of a new Anglo American electrical venture. The report suggests investment barriers persist and U S involvement remains uncertain while efforts move ahead.
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London
Et Express
Lord Birkenhead
Anglo- American Electrical Combine
Financial News
United States
Alterations for Vatican Railway Workshops Plan
Fragmentary text describes a proposed railway workshop plan tied to Vatican alterations. Mentions a Papal title and a comparison to the King, with reference to a train and railway workshops. Unclear details and actors due to damaged source text.
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Vatican
Ian
Swiss Guards in Nevada Cited in Pope Security Debate
A Financial News interview notes that Swiss Guards, tied to the Vatican security, would be trained with modern rifles under American control. It discusses funding via Greater London and Counties Trust and criticizes costly sourcing for halberts and costumes. The piece mentions Lord Birkenhead's salary as compared to larger bank figures.
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Financial News
A. M. Rogers
Greater London and Counties Trust
Father Delabriere Rejects Equality at Geneva
Paris reports Father Delabriere of the Catholic Institute, близь. in close touch with the League, says the spiritual ship cannot seek equality with other powers at Geneva and would be cautious about entering the discussion. He questions the premise of equal status among nations.
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Paris
Father Delabriere
Catholic Institute
League of Nations
Geneva
Officials outline housing aid plan for workers
Brisbane reports a minister announcing a plan to balance unemployment and housing. A reduced rate on January receipts accompanies approval for erecting workers homes and a trailer to support the program.
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Sila Et Ae
Flooding Hits Central Districts Amid Heavy Rains
Rockhampton reports severe storm in Rannes raise Don River by ten feet ten inches with a seven inch fall today. Heavy rains in Calle Valley and Biloela bring four inches recorded at Biloela as districts recover from weekend weather.
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Rockhampton
Rannes
Don River
Calle Valley
Biloela
New Engineer Brisbane Appointment Reported
Brisbane city notes a special council meeting on Thursday to select an engineer for vital water service work. Applications have been submitted for the role.
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Brisbane
Soversan Statenent
Tvro
Eee
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