Startling Cairns Storm Disrupts Lines and Rain
A violent monsoonal thunderstorm hit Cairns late last night after 6 45, with forked lightning and heavy rain. Meteor reports place the storm from the Tablelands to Malanda and Innisfail, causing telegraph and telephone disconnections while a smaller storm followed along Stoney Creek valley. The event is dated Herbertton January 20 with related rainfall records showing significant 24 hour totals across nearby towns.
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Cairns
Assault Allegation Leaves Women Skeptical
Report notes women doubt the accused story amid a torn clothing incident. The girl appeared thin and the police are investigating the case for further details.
Senator Barnes presides over A.W.U. contention in Melbourne
Senator Barnes arrives in Melbourne on January 18 to preside over the ongoing contention within the Australian Workers Union. The dispute centers on leadership and organizational direction as members seek resolution through formal discussions.
Gas Generator Estimates Cheaper Vehicle Emissions Output
The devirr reports a gas generator could reduce carbon monoxide exhaust levels. Mr Queeney estimates that automobile buses could be operated at about two percent cheaper than with petrol only.
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Queeney
Petred Omly
King reports good night. progress continues
London dispatch notes the King slept well and shows ongoing recovery. The report cites brief timing updates with a possible next hearing or event slated for January 19 at 11:47 am. No further details are provided in readable text.
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Tonpox
Mystery Night Carriage Incident Reported In Odd Entry
A fragment notes a baby killed at about 9 pm after four horsemen appeared from the dark. Police were unable to respond promptly as events unfolded by the road near Pine.
Atkinsom and Townley Struggle in Bowling Sum
Report lists player statistics with Atkinsom going 0 for 12 and Townley 1 for 2, while Burrows 1 for 22 and Larwood 2 for 3 37 lead bowling figures. White shows 0 for 11 and 2 for 15, Geary 2 for 2.
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Atkinsom
Burrows
Townley
Larwood
White
Geary
Digest of South Australian newspaper ownership shift
The Thadvertioee and related journals transfer ownership from Sir Langdon to a new South Australian company TE Tatsdee eighty. Sir Langdon remains chairman as Lord Mayor Lavington Bonsthon chairs meetings during the transition. Directors include J. F. Downer, Keith Murdoch, and William Cronkall as alternate.
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Thadvertioee
Sir Langdon
TE Tatsdee
Adelaide
Aid J
Lavington Bonsthon
Sir Bonython
J. F. Downer
Keith Murdoch
Herald
Woety Times” Ltd
Melbourne
William Cronkall
Advertiser
Murdoch
Search for Hsinwaht survivors continues off Hong Kong
In Shangsial on January 7 the rescue effort for the Chinese coaster Hsinwaht, which struck or sank near Hong Kong, continues with no success. The crew, including the captain, are reportedly missing as a bitter search unfolds.
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Shangsial
Hong Kong
Icor Os
Storm Toll Rises to Eleven Across Five States
Montreal reports eleven dead as powerful storms sweep five central states. A tornado hit multiple localities causing severe property damage and injuries, with many victims children. High winds damaged homes and schools while temperatures rose after a cold spell triggering torrential rains in Indiana.
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Montreal
Indiana
The Suster State Fights Wildfires
A fragmented report describes volunteers carving fire breaks across dry grass to halt spreading flames in The Suster State. Herds of sheep lose grazing as firefighters and residents contend with the blaze and dwindling forage.
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Yallourn Mine Fire Threatens Region
Fire at the old brown coal mine near Yallourn burns fiercely with extensive grass and crop damage. A settler reportedly loses livestock as flames devastate about 150 sheep in the area today.
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Melbourne
Joey Seeee
Yalicarn
Yvarram
British Submarine Spat Over Damages In Hong Kong Court
In Shanghai on January 17 a Hong Kong court concluded a case brought by the Chinese steamship company for 500000 dollars against a British submarine commander Halasan. The defence said shots were fired under express orders after pirates refused to heave to following an October 20 1927 incident involving the Irene piracy in Chinese territorial waters.
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Shanghai
Halasan
1.4
Chinese Steamship Company
Hong Kose Am
Fithe
Irene
Chinese Republic
What car driver saw in Mossvale horse incident
Sydney report states Bronzeluze horse recovering after dope not administered at Mossvale. Surgeon said too early to predict ultimate effects. Information aiding culprit detection given to Mr. N. Devlin by a motor driver who saw two youths approach Bronzeluze.
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Sydney
Mossvale
Ivei
N. Devlin
Acquittal Reveals a Remarkable London Tale
Madame Grappe, acquitted in London on January 19, admitted fatally harming a man who had served in the trenches. Her narrative recounts disguise as a woman after his military service and a decade of moving between Spain and France, with a life shaped by secrecy and fear.
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London
Madame Grappe
Grappe
Triste
Spain
Heary
France
Dechery
Attempted Train Wrecking At Innisfail Australia
A deliberate attempt to derail the mail train between Innisfail and Cairns was foiled when a farmer found and removed a large stone wedged in the Daradgee railway points. The incident occurred Wednesday afternoon and is under police investigation with railway officials warning a derailment could have happened.
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Innisfail
Cairny
Caradgee
Daradgee
Cairns
Fight for a wharf escalates as stones fly and shots ring out
Volunteers led a vessel at the wharf amid a tense confrontation. A man employed by an unnamed party fired shots after stones werepelt at train cars. A cyclist was wounded in the neck with a searing brand mark as police patrolled deserted streets near Lake.
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Icc
Lake
Premier's Comment on Port Adelaide Attacks
Adelaide January 18 The Premier Mr Butler says Waterside Workers leaders did not restrain violence as a tactic. He warns violence worsens the plight of those involved and pledges government support to keep waterfront duties going while hoping business picks up soon.
State Funeral for Late Justice Woolcock
Brisbane observes a state funeral for Justice Woolcock. The procession left St John’s Anglican Cathedral at 11 to Toowong cemetery, with services at the cathedral and at Toowong. Pallbearers include Premier W De Cormoch Justice Macrossan Justice Macnaughton Registrar J Kennedy and Minister James. Acting Attorney General M Kiewan.
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Brisbane
St. John's ‘Anglican
Toowong
Artand
H. Campbell
S. Lilley
W. de Cormoch
Justice Macrossan
Jecice Macnaughton
Alr
J. Kennedy
Abaes
J. [James
Alabiy Cok’ Eral
M. Kiewan
Union official denounces propaganda over Watersiders volunteers
Rewenan of the Permanent and Casual Wharf Labourers Union of Australia rejected a claim that 40 volunteers could join the Watersiders' Federation. He said the individual does not exist, no union discussion or organizing has taken place, and called the claim propaganda.
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Rewenan
Severe Hull Fire Causes Large Property Loss
A massive blaze in central Hull damaged ten properties and four streets with estimated losses around £29000. Firefighters battled the flames as the inferno spread rapidly through the area, threatening nearby structures and prompting an urgent response.
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London
Hull
Serbs to Continue Rule Says Telegraph Report
London dispatch from January 18 notes the Daily Telegraph reports the Serbs will keep ruling the dictatorship as they have done, with the end uncertain. The Sun is cited as reporting the same outlook.
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London
Daily Telegraph
Here
the Sun
Radium Clinic Pioneers Under Questioning
A group linked by a mutual aid effort faced scrutiny as testimonies described their intense work on radium cancer treatment. They reportedly funded clinics, faced questions about mental strain, and held two life policies as authorities noted wobbling minds.
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England
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