Growers’ Common Cause Roils Sugar Industry
A statement from the Howth Johnstone Mill directors appeals for unity among sugar growers from Mowman to New South Wales Northern Rivers, amid a dispute with South Johnstone Mill management. The text notes an arbitration failure, threatened strike action, worker arrests, and broad industry impact on cane supply, with leaders urging solidarity to pressure management and ensure continued operation.
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Booth Johnstone
Mowman
New South Wales Northern Rivers
Howth Johnstone Mill Directorate
Innisfall
Aly. PL Ld
Talline
Vie South Johnstone Mill
Pne
UN- Aton
Besarca
Ceubeavicgrend
Taxi overturns as woman killed in crash near Cabbage Tree Creek
A taxi rollover near Cabbage Tree Creek Heritage left a young woman dead and three others injured. The driver faced serious charges after witnesses said the car swerved at high speed and tipped over. The driver was remanded for a week as police court proceedings began.
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Wrishane
Cabbage Tree Creek
Hritage
Woostl Ureest
Abe
Mary ‘Tarvin
Vesonmlal
Wittesses
Llokwen Hay
Inviendant
Howl
Navy Disarmament Talks Open Amid American Concerns
London July 20 dispatch notes the disarmament talks proceeding with optimism yet facing sharp domestic debate in the United States. Officials and commentators warn that public opinion and political pressures shape the conference’s progress, as calls grow for concrete steps and clarity from the Canadian frontier to Washington.
Arriving Next Month From Britain for Service
The Drishaxe announces that 48 annsvestics for heeens cole will arrive August 18 and be available for service. The Demosthenis reports the items are all from Britain and the department desires in them.
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Drishaxe
The
Demosthenis
Britain
Department
Final of Tek Cup arrange at North Courts
The final of the Tek Cup is arranged for Thursday evening at the North Courts in Sheriton Street. Captains report hard week and expect to bring teams. Mr Gillette, captain of Fam te lon penn, leaves town with his team for the farewell after 12 months. A wire from Cummings asks if August 2 would suit for J Anderson and Whiteeli to join for the weekend, with Anderson arriving August 24 and playing Saturday 27. Secretary O Whittick seeks finalisation of picture benefit accounts and returns of outstanding tickets.
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Cummings
J. ©. Anderson
Hiteeli
Fortuna
Anderson
O. Whittick
Caits
Additions Approved for Wortee State School
A historical note from 1927 reveals approval for enlarging Wortee State School. Correspondence from the Secretary of the Wortee State School Committee and the Chief Secretary confirms the addition project and forthcoming restrictions. The letters, dated July 7, 1927 from the Works Department in Dunedin, discuss the approved extension and planned implementation.
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Willam Burner
Wone State School
Comittee
Wortee School
Department of At the Works
Dunsdare
Woree
Kiiwan
Wo McCormack
Votes for Women Move in Antrim Session
In the House of Commons Sir Austen Chamberlain told Miss Wilkinson that the Government plans to include arrangements in the Antrim session to prepare the register so unenfranchised women can vote in the 1927 election.
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London
House of Commons
Austen Chamberlain
Misa Wilkinson
Antrim
Melbourne secretary shot near Elizabeth Street office
Percy Walker secretary of the Business Association was shot and wounded as he entered his ground floor office. A witness chased the assailant through a crowded street. police captured him and he faced charges of attempting to murder. Walker’s wounds were superficial and he returned to work after treatment.
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Wallace
Stand
Percy Wilcow
Melbourne
Innisfail Case in Brisbane Court Notes Tenant Held Over
In Brisbane the Innisfail case before Justices Macnaughton Brennan and MacNaughton concerns Mabel, a tenant who remained in a building after lease expiry. The court noted no valid rent demand and that she held over, making her liable for damages. The appeal to set down for hearing faced delays, with judgment to be delivered in due course.
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Bern
Tonistail
Damagges
Air
KE. T. Real
Amily
Fahey
Str. Real
Parymen
Meal
Justice Macnanaghton
Heal
Innisfail
Meuuguion
Keal
Justice McNaughton
Justice Brennan
Justice Mack
Jortice
Justice Macnanehim
Beeby Award Conference Sparks Possible Settlement
Melbourne July 21 An expected conference between the Trades Mall Council and representatives of evik ers signals a probable settlement. The report notes anticipation of a response and potential agreement.
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Melbourne
Tor Bop the ‘Trades Mall
Countcil
Ropesale Ibys Oe Evikers
Representa
Carol Claims Throne Amid Romanian Political Turmoil
Paris reports Prince Carol of Roumania issued a press declaration claiming the throne as king for his five year old son despite renunciations. The document asserts his claim and notes no authorization from the royal family, signaling a public family bloc and political upheaval.
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Paris
Carol
Roumania
King Carol the
Victorian finances face deficit over a million
Responding to a deputation on reconstruction, Public Works cited worse State finances than in years. The deficit was expected to reach 600,000 plus, with Treasury projections and orders showing over a million. Soldiers’ settlements and recent years’ expenditures contributed to the strain, making the situation more precarious than before.
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Meleoue
Itv
Nounced
Eettres
Geneva Plans Move Toward 1931 Conference Cruiser Plan
Geneva reports from London July 21 say delegates will elaborate the latest cruiser plan at a special meeting. Dominion circles avoid predicting a breakthrough though resale remains tentative as a starting point for the upcoming conference.
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Londons
Hritteman
Berlain
FoYcomorry
Air
Bridgma al Jor Cecil
Geneva
Dominion
Dominions
Paris Murder Trial and Emergency Measures Report
Paris July 21 impassioned testimony in the murder trial of Malm the telephone girl with the green eyes. A police director described evidence and noted strangling occurred as suspects faced each other. London reports July 20 measures to empower emergency actions include special tribunals and possible abolition of trial by jury. De Valera faction seeks referendum on oath abolition to force constitutional allegiance declarations.
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Paris
Sionare
Malm
Vaal
Whine Cru Dev
Atvadiwr
Atfangheel Makai
Femu
Micir Srais
DeValera Party
Dail
Senate Fis
Advisory Councils Election Plans For Central And North Australia
Melbourne July 20 Elections will be held in the future for the appointment of a member of the advisory councils to cross the Federal Ministry for North and Central Australia Each Council will consist of a Government resident two nominees of the Ministry and two residents elected by the ratepayers Members will hold for three years They will meet be.
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Melbourne
North
Central
Australia
Redents
Prsisianes
Townsville rats all clear reports after inspections
Townsville council reports up to July 16 examining 107 rats sent to the Institute found no health council of health concerns.
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Townsville
T Festicate
Tax case notice from Brisdan July summons
A writ has been issued by the Supreme Court on behalf of the Commissioner for Tavex Chine from the Moat 2S Silver Seed Limited, Darton Harene, for some sed wei.
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Brisdan
Tavex Chine
Moat Z 2S
Silver Seed Limited
Darton Harene Ais
Plumbers Union Fines Strike Action in Whishane
At a union meeting in Whishane on July 22 resolutions imposed a weekly levy of 4 shillings on all adult Plumbers Union members and fined five pounds on those who refused to strike. The inspector deemed a member "black" and the management committee faced questions over handling the wage dispute.
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Wrishane
Plumbers’ Union
Drague
W. Ta
Nicholson “Black
Anc
Alw
Matagmeng
Chaos in Shanhuhal as Shanghai council raises taxes
In Shanhauhal July 21 protests erupt as Shanghai Municipal Council enforces higher rates. Indignant crowds, vernacular press, and native public decry the move while defaulters face creditor pressure. Threats of strikes and organized resistance spread. hotels, watchmen, and jewelers report thefts and unrest.
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Shanuhal
Shanghai
Tax collections and council stand firm amid protests
In Shangial on July 21, authorities proceed with property tax collection despite local resistance. Police accompany collectors as officials threaten electricity cuts with water and gas firms to enforce payment. A suit looms against three large Chinese department stores tied to the dispute while tensions rise over anticipated coercive measures.
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Shangial
Itcal Annuiioers
Tegister
Tegister Cadl Ty Ae Doreicn Shan Peat Cases
Water and
Wingon
Hritiels Hrm
Cook
Sange- Pressip
the &Ar
Sydney laborer dies after 80 foot fall at new building
Sydney July 20 Anhor Patterson 40 laborer at Berwood fell about six feet from scaffolding on the sixth floor of Plavid Jones new building at Elizabeth and Market streets about 10:40 this morning and was killed instantly. Patterson was working on the scaffold folding when he apparently misstepped and fell to Market Street roadway as spectators watched.
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Sydney
Uly
Anhor
Patterson
Af Berwood
Plavid Jones
Elizabeth and
Market-shreets
Ant
Wm Ihr
Mass Funeral and Vienna Riot Mark Tragic Day
Reports from Vienna describe a mass funeral at the Great Central cemetery for fifty seven victims of a catastrophe linked to the Ring Theatre fire. The scene mirrored the somber mood of a past tragedy, with widespread mourning and a sense of national mourning. Innisfail residents discuss municipal status as they consider water, lighting, and governance plans. A local meeting highlights hopes for a water service and civic improvements, with debate on rates, debt, and timing.
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Vienna
Great Central
Ring
Bre
Innisfail
Bonistail Cheele
W. Moore
Inaisiadl
Syrahing
South Johnstone
Verkepy
Sy Prescot
T. McNamee
Endre
McNamee
Fenietadl
Dempsey Knocks Sharkey In Seventh Round
New York July 21 Jack Dempsey knocked out Jack Sharkey in the seventh round. Dempsey weighed 144 pounds to Sharkey’s 184. The crowd of 82000 erupted as Sharkey failed to answer the count after a right to the stomach and a left to the jaw. The doctor reported no evidence of a foul.
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New York
Jack Dempsey
Jack Sharkey
Dempsey
Sharkey
The
Boxing Commission
Dempesy
State
Bret
York
Dempsey and Sharkey World Title Bout Recap
Dempsey faced Sharkey in a brutal fight on July 21, trading rights and jabs as the champion pressured Sharkey. Dempsey landed crushing blows, sustaining cuts while Sharkey pressed and staggered him, but the punches and aggression ultimately left Dempsey dominant and Sharkey unable to finish.
Dempsey Sent Sharkey Across Ropes In Fierce Round Four
In round four Dempsey feinted to open, then drove a left to Sharks eye jaw forcing Sharkey to the ropes. The ex champion absorbed hard rights and lefts while Dempsey pressed, with Sharkey tiring as the exchanges intensified and the pace remained brutal.
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Sharkey
Art Nalls
Dempsey
Art Sit
Meath
Piven
Porn
Palbowig
Fetty
Lempary
Rempery
Theapaey
Athor Bel
Anthony
Dimtemder
Aparn
Starkey
Sharks
Chase Law
Agricultural Department reports U.S. farm income drop
Washington reports that the grass home of farmers for the crop year ended June 2 totals 12080 million dollars, down 3 percent from the prior year. Net income is estimated at 440 million after expenses, with expenses falling 2 percent while gross income declines.
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Washington
Department of Agriculture
Wales
Not Up to Form N S W Defeat Explained in Brisbane
Brisbane July 22 civic reception honors New South Wales rugby team after Toowoomba loss. Managers Latta and Mead defend standards while Blair notes Sydney team did not play up to form, despite widespread support for the visitors. Mead forecasts a surprise in the next match.
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Brisbane
Derman Jolly
New South Wales Ruggby
A. Latta
New South Wales
New Sam Wales
Toowomaha
Coths
Weensland
Toowoomba
Tor J
FE. Mead
Qhizenaland
Blair
Toownrmba
Combs
Gravenstead
Ingham Cat Specimens To Be Examined
Director at the Australian Institute of Medicine in Townsville will examine specimens from the desecrate board in the Ingham area. Results will be forwarded to the State Health Department. Adelaide dated July 22.
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Brisbane
Aanon
Australian Institute of T . 1 Medicines
Townsville
Desdcate Board
Ingham
Aviation Advances Delay Crossing Atlantic Flight
London reports Captain Courtney in July proposed crossing the Atlantic using new wireless parts after Marconi experts separated a nail digit to test the apparatus, causing postponement of several attempts.
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London
Courtney
Marconi
Thylia
Rook Sets Course After Repairs in Jauhapur
Rook departed for Agra from Jauhapur on July 20 after completing repairs on his Motul iron engine. The voyage aims to resume flight toward Atsaralia, with England and Australia noted in route context.
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Jauhapur
Rook
Agra
England
White bread defended by six eminent actors
A London letter notes a group of six eminent actors philosophers and writers defend white bread against claims that wholemeal bread is healthier. They argue nothing in national health or physique proves white bread harms cancer appendicitis or other diseases and that the diet advice lacks merit.
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London
Indentured Coolies and Departures in Voyage
A fragmentary report notes indentured coolies aboard a vessel, with mention of quarantine requirements and preparations for departure. The text references names, departure timing, and a voyage to overseas destinations, hinting at the ongoing movement of workers by sea. The piece also briefly mentions Paris on July 26 and the Olympic, though details are unclear.
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Meishane
Poninia Glen
South
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Cimon
Dntisfail
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Ares
Thie
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Lamon
Deak Dew
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ilsomeAmericat
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Cunte
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America
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Hell
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Appellant
Beeby Award
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Cosgrave
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China
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Tae
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Wheningssey
Bsharkey
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Dermpeey
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Serine
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Denpery
Hempy
Official Statistics
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