Mid East Revolt Prompts Anti British Propaganda Frontiers
All hail to turmoil as Bolsheviks aim to link with Persia and advance into Central Asia. Afghanistan’s Amir seeks pan Islamic union while unrest grows in Persia and on the Indian frontier. British troops face unready conditions and demobilization.
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O— Midle-East
Allahabad
Bokart
Persia
Central Asia
India
England
Afghanistan
Itberg
Tashkent
Enver Pasha
Tiflis
Labor Leader Declares No Compromise With Government Alliances
Arthur Henderson spoke in Widnes asserting Labor will not concede to weak cross party alliances. He said Laborites are ready to discharge governance duties and are the equal of other parties. The Miners Federation plans to reduce miner candidates at the next election.
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London
Arthur Henderson
Widnes
Labor
Labor Pines
Laborites
Lomcriocs
Miners’ Federation
Save Your Honor League Forms in Berlin to Rally Pinion
A group calling itself the Save Your Honor League aims to mobilize opinion against handing war criminals to victorious powers. The Lokal Anzeiger notes such calls could pressure the government to seek Allied apprehension, with outcomes diverging from Allied expectations.
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Berlin
Jam
Save Your Honor League
Assassination Attempt on Sir Alfred Dobbin in London
An unknown man fired at Sir Alfred Dobbin ex High Sheriff of Cork in London. The bullet pierced his clothing but was stopped by a button. Dobbin escaped serious injury as the assailant fled amid Sinn Fein assassination chatter.
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London
Sir Alfred Dobbin
Cork
Aga
Larkin
Alfred Dobbi
Assalon
Trouble at Durban City Council Strife Over Control
Durban reports unrest as the municipal strike spreads through offices. A new board of inquiry and administration is being formed after the council failed to elect leaders, causing disruption to city operations and governance.
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Durban
Jan
Lohan
Ooo Yreth Cabhe
Sroces
Tuam Council
Durban Strike Causes Council Resignations
Capetown January 11 The Durban Council has not reached settlement terms. The Mayor and several councillors tendered resignations. The settlement comes as the demands end without concession and with full pay for the men on strike.
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Capetown
Durban
Imperator Guards Against Fire Epidemic
London reports the Imperator guarded against a fire epidemic on January 1 as the liner faces strict protection in its port.
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London
Corman Mammoth
Queensland Producers Exhibit At Melbourne SNA Display
Queensland products will be showcased at the Melbourne SNA Exhibition with North Queensland cane paper pulp fibers pearl oyster peas and related items. The Lecensland exhibit highlights state departments tourist vineyards factories and local enterprises. The show closes in late February with plans to open in March at Brisbane exhibitions.
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Cresland
SNA
Melbourne
Queensland
Ecollectee
North
O'Ormene
League of Nations to Begin January Sixteenth
Paris dispatch says the peace treaty has been ratified and the League of Nations will commence on January 16. The Supreme Allied Council confirms the start with powers that already ratified the treaty in attendance. Japan’s aims outlined.
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League OF Nations
London
Paris
Japanese commander asserts peace goal in Siberia speech
United Press Tokyo correspondent reports General Narimotochi, commander of Japanese forces in Siberia, stated Japan seeks only to guarantee peace and does not desire territorial annexation or any other privileges. The speech emphasized peace over expansion.
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Vancouver
Jan.mo
United Press Tokio
Narimoteci
Siberia
Japan
Danger to New Nations Must Ratify Treaty
Montreal reports Janta Wilson warns that the United States risks inviting European turmoil and secret treaties if the Senate blocks ratification. He says the League of Nations cannot be tested without U.S. approval and wartime aims depend on the treaty. He notes broad public desire for ratification to avoid harm to new European nations.
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Montreal
Janta Wilson
United States
Senate
Azain
League
Europe
Socratic National Committee dinner on treaty timing
Washington message reports Mr. Bryan saying the treaty must be ratified soon or the issue will affect the next election. He warns against further delay as the world awaits ratification while Paris announces Germany has signed the Peace Treaty.
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Montrbal
Washington
Socratic National Committee
Bryan
Paris
Germany
Brisbane unemployed committee confronts Premier over work prospects
Six unemployed representatives met Premier Mr Theodore in Brisbane to press for jobs. The Premier refused a quick meeting, citing fiscal limits and public works costs. He said ministers sympathise but government cannot magic employment, noting upcoming local authority projects to absorb workers.
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Brisbane
Mr. Theodore
Theodore
Unem
Donovan
Labor
Rathway
1920 Prospects for British Trade and Solvency
Sir Auckland Geddes, President of the Board of Trade, describes 1920 as encouraging with exports rising and a net favorable balance possible. He forecasts solvency, debt repayment abroad, and renewed investment, aided by solid output in shipbuilding, cotton and woollen industries, and engineering, once the moulders dispute settles.
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London
Auckland Geddes
Board of Trade
Bulgaria's Hour in Crisis Draws Royal Arrest
A Daily Express Belgrade dispatch reports a Bulgarian revolutionary crisis spreading among peasants and workers aided by railway strikers who blew two bridges. Four kingpin leaders were shot as clashes at Sofia leave many casualties and the royal family confined in the palace amid talks of abdication.
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London
Daily Express
Belgrade
Sofia
Prince of Wales Faces Governor General Doubts
London reports official circles see great difficulties in appointing the Prince of Wales as Governor-General during his Australian visit. He wishes to travel freely to see the country as in Canada, and the duties could limit movement. Departure date undecided with Panama route favored over Suez.
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London
Prince of Wales
Canada
Tse
Suez
Panama
Lkely
West Indies
Senator Taunts Wilson Over Treaty Compromise
Senator Lodge criticizes President Wilson’s nationalism and suggests a compromise to rally the treaty’s support. He expresses hope the Senate can place the treaty before the people, while acknowledging the current impasse.
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Washington
Lodge
Wilson
Senate
Australian Fleet Reorganizes Destroyers for Navy Service
The destroyers Anzac Swordsman ant Success Tasmanian and Tattoo were paid off on December 7 and recommissioned with new crews for service in the Australian Navy.
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London
Anzac
Swordsman
Ant
Success
Tasmanian
Tattoo
Volpaneeck
Bullet Brings Burglar Down in Barwood Shop
Sydney police investigated Brown's tobacconist shop after suspicions. Two burglars were seen inside, fled through a rear entrance, burst a plate glass window, and fled. One man was shot and caught. the other escaped in the sensational pursuit.
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Sydney
Brown
Barwood
Fiume Agreement Reported Between Italy and England
London sources say a substantial advance on the Fiume dispute has been agreed between Italy and Great Britain. The understanding centers on easing tensions and shaping future negotiations to resolve the Fiume question.
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London
Jan Ur
England
Italy
Irish Affairs Shake Irish Government Blow
Police Inspector dismissed in Dublin as government workers refuse to carry petrol. Dismissal raises fears of disrupted trade and congestion on the docks. Military guards deployed to move petrol amid Home Rule controversy from the Irish Unionist association condemning the proposals.
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Dublin
Joseph Byrne
Constabulary
Cargo of Women Arrives in Capetowns Without Cargo
The Matatua arrives from England with no freight but about 250 wives and sweethearts bound for marriage in Australia. The Commonwealth Government aims to transport the ladies in comfort. The women report they have enjoyed the voyage.
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Capetows
England
Australia
Miners’ Federation Talks Prices and Wages Amid Coal Shortage
The Miners’ Federation executive warned on sparse coal prices and production costs while Sir Auckland Geddes forecast fiscal revenue and Lloyd George urged higher wages or lower living expenses. Miners accuse owners of cutting domestic coal to boost export profit, insisting production will not rise without community benefit.
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London
Miners’ Federation
Auckland Geddes
Lloyd George
Masked raiders strike Camberwell Post Office
In Camberwell a masked bandit raid at the New Road Post Office at closing time seized about 100 pounds in money and notes. Two staff were captured with revolvers at their heads as the postmaster and assistants watched. the postmistress fought back and was struck by an iron bar before the robbers escaped.
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London
Jan
Camberwel New Road
Ratifications Deposited in Brussels
The United Press Paris correspondent reports ratifications were deposited in Brussels providing a key step in the international accord. The dispatch notes Brussels as the location where official actions completed, signaling formal approval.
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Vancouver
United Press
Paris
Brussels
Ironmoulders Reject Settlement Vote Majority
The Ironmoulders rejected the settlement in their dispute by a margin reported as 16 779 votes to glea. A stray line suggests a marriage to a chorus girl alters expectations of her dancing, singing, and speaking parts, and a note about keeping her convivial with whisky.
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London
Glea
Dewar
Resilient Survivor Details Bolshevik Atrocities in Kharkov
Josephine Inigo Jones recalls the terror in Kharkov under Bolshevik control. She describes executions crucifixions and brutal punishments including forced torture and sexual violence, with impunity claimed by occupying forces. The narrative cites a Don district wireless station and large captures of arms and matériel across Tomsk.
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London
Josephine Inigo Jones
Kharkoff Ont
Denikin
Don Diatrict
Rc Tomsk
German Revolution Rumors Challenge Washington Belief
The State Department disbelieves reports of a German revolution as disquieting rumors persist from Paris and Washington about upheaval in Germany. A Berlin government shake up is rumored but not confirmed.
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Vancouver
Washington
State Department
Germany
Brisbane and Sydney Race Meet Results Highlight Fine Weather
In Brisbane Albion Park and Sydney Moore Field races, fine weather drew a large crowd. Multiple divisions produced close outcomes with Owen Moore and Tronin among winners. betting favored Bangora, Fondolier, Gumminnie, and Desert Gun, and times ranged from 1.054 to 1.124. The card included jumpers, flat races, and handicaps with winners including Angleform, La Stepper, Glenacre, Pantomime, and Tom McCarthy.
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Brisbane
Jam. Jr
Albion Park
Owen Moore
Manning
Evens Gumminie
Baailore
Desert Gon
Lord Tesborough FS
My Alfie
T. O'Sullivan
Lord Desborough
Onigown
Warkiki
Davis
Darginnie
P_CYSullivan
Page
Monochord
Impeyan
Pathmas
Florensac
Furvlochve
Fiery Miss
War
Florenser
Angleform
Pearce
Swanker
Clifton
Onions
Cordon Rouge
Letran
Ronnie Tartan
Louvener
Taralie
Grand Foote
Wonaig
la Stepperg
Lillyman
Malbar
Cracknell
Haver
Orf
Marsadan
Brambina Stake
Maltoff
Arran
Cayley
la Steppe
Salvador
Glenacre Bg
Cornwell
Ventrola
McCabe
Molly Crag
O'Brien
Arnette
Tich
Parven
Connell
Merigan
Sapphora
Kalitha
Gelabra
Sagia
Abbotsford
Trolac
Aurillina
Wheatlow
Simsun
Sable Cloud
Tambaroora
Tom McCarthy
Sodenia
McNamara
Raj
Wood
Serehamou
Tilson
Fist
Maziecco
Samaun
McOrffield
Phillips
Roey
Liktyman
Niet
Santa Sabi
Uquigiey
Kirko
Mi Higtasiont
Temio
Alarmist
Epin
Milesus
Bohacre
Ra Cobble
Major Redmond
Bobacre
Santa Sabina
Walaga
Varcotine
Repatriation from Siberia
New York Jan 10 memo states no arm transport will be sent to Vladivostok from Mas Yok to repatriate Bowmanian troops in Siberia amid ongoing contravention efforts by Love Coeur Affairs.
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New York
Washington
Vladivostock
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