Murdered Field Marshal Henry Wilson shocks England
Sir Henry Wilson, Field Marshal and prominent British commander, was shot dead at Eaton Place after returning from a war memorial ceremony. Two assailants, believed to be IRA members, fled the scene as crowds and police pursued them. The King and Prime Minister expressed condolences, and Parliament paused as tributes poured in for a national tragedy.
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Seld- Marshall
Henry Wilson
Henry Eat
Wilton
Sint
Ant
Havin Etree
Alcan
Etsioon Afhear
Ilands White Wis
Rave
Ireland
Ns Ey
Exton Place
Bartige
Henry & Mamesial
Loverpont
Lady Wilson
Jacobs Craig
Weary Wilson
Tiockiog- Pris
Wairebirtay
Wilson
Read Caron
Hotel Licensee Burnt to Death in Mackay Fire
A hotel blaze at Amby Hotel Mackay destroyed the building and contents. Mitchell Henry Grey, the licensee, died in the flames. His widow and one son reside in Scotland with another son in Scone. Police report suggest arson or accident remains undetermined. In separate crime news, Percival Hen Johnston and Mary Ann Clarke pleaded guilty at Mackay Police Court to three charges of receiving stolen property related to a recent hotel burglary. Johnston was sentenced to six months on each of several counts, with concurrent terms, and Clarke’s sentence was suspended on her own recognizance.
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Jasmes O'Brien
James Connolly
Ore Lal
Scotland Yardin
Shat O'Brien
Cormatly
March
Sayer Tonineste
Parauiana
Ing
Raeiel
Othe Hare
Constable
Sir Henry
Mary Runcerue
Cormaboratty
Firat
I.R.A
Connolly
LALA
Aaquith
Smotion
Mr. Chamberlain
Henry” Wittson
Hrnabaoe
Mitchell Henry Grey
Amby
Deteuned
Pres
Scotland
Scone
Mackay
Percival Hen Johonton
Mary Ann Clarke
Johnatone Wi
Chinese Massacres and Mutineers Spill Blood in Shanghai
A scattered wartime dispatch describes mass killings by mutineers in Shanghai and atrocities against foreign women. Reports mention British and other forces involved and imply government responses amid tension in Pekin and nationwide outrage. The piece references figures like General Pershing and notes police vigilance and public unease.
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Ignace
Rin Mintaaree
Mareezine
New York
Shanghai
Kiayin
Wits Hye
Ieee
Mariel Eek Pekin
Goohoat
Corkchaler
Quality of Queens Land Butter Conference Review
A Brisbane diary reports the Dairy Factory Managers Association meeting. Senior Commonwealth grader M. Wa Ince cites 146,004 crates examined, up 230,388 from last year, with 90 point butter causing concern. Calls for tighter grading, better publication, and more exports despite high imports.
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Brusbane
Dairy Factory Menagere Association
Cali Trorans
Cattle Industry Proposals Considered by Cabinet
Brisbane June 23 reports outline key proposals for the cattle industry including the establishment of meatworks and a rebatement agreement with stock owners. The cabinet will consider reduced import duties on store cattle and meat products along with several related recommendations advancing relief measures for the industry.
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Brisbane
Sear
Cairns Chamber Presses Federal Duty on Tariffs
The Cairns Chamber of Commerce urged the Federal Government to raise the tariff on imported Overseas items by 37 percent. They argued current duties harm northern regions and South African goods, seeking immediate action urged to assist the North Tableland and influence ministers.
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Iiades
Catine
Matee
Cairns
Thay
Tme
the Lughes
Theodore
Rockefeller Institute runs North Queensland hookworm drive
Chariton of the Rockefeller Institute outlines the campaign against hookworm in North Queensland. The plan covers Chariton’s team moving from Einasleigh to Normanton, with visits to communities including Townsville, driven by examinations and treatment, and aims to curb infections amid local populations. Weather notes accompany the report.
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Wills de. Cherlin
Rockfeller Institute
Queensland
Hockefelity
Rockefeller
Chariton
GEOF
Houkwuirm
Herlegton
Thorouuhihy
Cooktown
Brokay Gruig
Hendgaertera
Normenton
Einasleigh
Normanton
Sonal
Tee Jean
Einica
Finnaieigh
Chillagor
Dunter
Gulf
Digas
J Chariton
Lission
Hich
Lik
Sweere
Beatiney
Accans
Formmnton
de Chariton
Peations
Where
Camoo- Weal
Townsville
Amana
Ward
Thig Tyelev
New Zealand
Queenateng Chariton
Weiner
Beales
Bacon Industry Case Hearing Before Justice McCawhey
The bacon industry case adjourned after arguments at noon before Mr Justice McCawhey with the aconnection of the AME on trial to show a connection to a factory. Arguments unfinished at adjournment.
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Justice McCawhey
AME
The Cane and Farmers Showcase Fertilizer Mixtures
A fragmentary note discusses Fearniey’s fertilizer mixtures praised as superior to others on the market. It hints at farmer experiences, advice on usage, and where to obtain the product, aiming for profitable results. The text appears blurred and partially garbled.
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Fearniey
Winter Gale and Pare Page Ad Promos Bargains
An archaic advertisement page fragment markets various goods and sales. It mentions winter season items, price promotions, and specific apparel offers including men’s and ladies wear with coarse pricing details and a general sales pitch style. The readable names and terms suggest a midcentury retail catalog tone.
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Mann
Youthful Murderer Verdict Reported
A fragmented note reports a jury verdict of guilty involving a youthful defendant. Details are unclear due to broken OCR text but reference is made to a murder case, ongoing court proceedings, and associates unnamed. The fragment suggests a legal outcome but lacks full names or locations.
Commercial King and Hides Revealed in Lien Case
A fragmented report shows Corson tied to a lien matter with references to hides and theft. Read as a local notice outlining a dispute over goods and possible seizure, with limited legible names and dates.
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Corson
Roma Street Markets Offerings and Prices Across Goods
A fragmented report from Roma Street markets lists assorted items with scattered prices including dhal grime brommlet lucerne wheat and petals. The notes mention stalls on Enplanade and references to a local program and cattle sale with varied values and regional references.
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Tihhane
Jane
Anor
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