Strike collapses as 40 hour week plan ends
Brisbane reports the Building Trade strike for a forty hour week has collapsed. A Disputes Committee decision urged a return to work on a 44 hour week after conference with Master Builders failed to win support. The majority of men voted to resume with hopes of restored cordial employer relations.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Brisbane
Geelding
Tradex
Australia
Master Builders’ Association
Gayford
Fewau
Sydney ships fate likely to skip memorial preaching
March 16 Melbourne reports the Commonwealth will abandon plans to preach the cruiser Sydney at the national memorial. Officials question the vessel’s future, noting its life would be only about three years, and debate repair costs.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Melbiy Knee
Commonwealth
Sydney
Chambers of Commerce Resolve on Tariff Board Roles
Perth March 1 resolutions discuss that the Tariff Board should not serve as a government officer and urge federal action to compel wireless use at sea and trade controls. The meeting also touches on residency passes for leaving and other administrative points.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Perth
Commerce. of
Australia
Australiary, Tariff Board
Commonwealth
F. Haerymore Ucharters
Sympathy Messages From City Leaders After Cyclone
A reconstructed report lists messages to the mayor and residents of Brishane Cairns Bundaberg from Shire Clerk Connell Chambers Barcaldine and the Bundaberg Chamber of Commerce. They express sincere sympathy for cyclone and flood losses and convey hope that such a disaster never reoccurs.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Aml AG Te Draper
Lewer
Brishane
Haan Peat
Av Ckien
Warineas
Hess Iin
Ke’ i
Imud Cairns
Xoiwe
Connell
Barcaldine
Bundaberg
Ingham
Ev Avenell
Presa
Parachutist’s Death In Inquest Verdict Given
A London inquest returns a verdict of misadventure in the death of a well known sportsman after he touched live wires at a hall. The aviator Dobbs watched by a witness moved toward the wires and nearly cleared them before his vehicle became entangled and he was electrocuted.
Reforms Suggested by Joint Committee on Electoral Finances
The document outlines recommendations to the House of Representatives including changes to enrolment residency, removal of names, postal voting, and witness roles. It calls for licensing removals, special voting provisions, prohibition of leading article signs, and strengthened canvassing rules with new film and printing safeguards.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Melbourne
Mareh
Peahis von
Miembera
Ithe Saponin
House
Bowden
Ile
Mosul
Cachyiers
Monarties
Halle
Pamerie
Wales
Janes
Beams and Bills: Telegraph Wires and Rates Discussed
The report outlines issues with British postal services and wireless tariffs, noting changes to charges and proposed fixes. It mentions the influence of contractors and government agencies on public utilities and the need for adjusted agreements.
Marconi’s Great Hopes for Wireless Telegraphy
London reports on Marconi asserting wireless telephony will surpass existing cable traffic. He predicts a daily capacity exceeding ten thousand words and envisions a system linking the world with commercial use between Britain and the Dominions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London
Marconi
Ariv
Ain
Dominions
League Powers Against Recalcitrant States
In Geneva on March 16 the Arms Control Committee considered naval and aerial demonstrations and limits. Healy Japan Germany and Colombia opposed the proposed Cecil plan as Council members debated how far the league could order responses.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Geneva
Maret
League of Nalin
Healy
Japan
Germany
Colombi
Fitton
Lord’ Cecil
Royal Progress Duke in Otago during public welcome tour
The Duke of York visits Dunedin and Otago University in a royal progress marked by a Logan Park welcome at the exhibition site and a parade past the hospital. He is greeted by students and locals, chats with guards and drivers, and is photographed with the entourage.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Duke
Ota Otago
Dunedin
N.Z
York
Logan Park
Adidrossen
Tjhe Otago University
Stidenta
Hoapital
Baal
Pnasilles
Duke of York praised by New Zealand diggers in Christchurch
March 16 reports cheerful crowd as the Duke of York visits the Returned Soldiers' Association. A lively program includes singing and a wireless broadcast, with the Duke joining in dances and delivering an extempore speech about wartime bonds. Fans hail the royal visit amid rain and celebration in Canterbury.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ashourn
Digger
Duke
Sim
Christchurch
Darewell
Duke of York
Prince of Wales
Fnll
Ruswell
Russell
New Zealand
Cicadilly
Wheere Lee
Torr
Danis Jean
Sift Wes
Pymaru
Vasa Urion
Husbands Protest Women’s Freedom in Hankow Riot
Chinese husbands march at the General Labor Union quarters denouncing the Women’s Union. They accuse emancipation of wives of disrupting homes and demand a return to traditional roles amid nationalist calls for women’s freedom.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
General Labor Union
Labor unrest rises in Shanghai as agitators arrive
Reports say unrest grows in Shanghai with 130 experienced agitators now in the city. The group is described as not local and allegedly arrived in several batches from Hunkaw in recent days.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Shanghai
Air Services Expand Across Europe and Russia in May
London reports new air links forming a transcontinental network led by German and British partners. The plan includes flights from Croydon to Amsterdam Hanover and Berlin with routes linking Scandinavia and Russia. The development follows earlier tests and signals a broader air transport era.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London
Marek
Listhantas
Bret Sears
Experimental Air Services
Manny
Regu
Transcontinental Rips
Inchile
Nawer Enyehies
Crocdon
Ammaterdai
Impressive funeral for Coxswain Moore and Oberoues
The community mourns the late Coxswain William Edwin Minors tank and the Oberoueses as funeral services are held in Mason Hall. Rev Campbell officiates with Masonic Lodge 1.0.0 in attendance and a long list of family and local figures paying respects.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Coxswain Moore
Oberouses
William Edwin Minors
Westerday
Masonie Halle Snl
Campbell
Bareau ‘Lodge
Bra
Sing
Mabeol
Aid Ortiert
Nell Pherhear Marster
Yaar
Rang
Sail
Hors
Cooth Sanul
Mira
Gy AG
cRy
Veirvel
Marjorie Selhwilki
Une
Rahent Gorion
Poth
Seaford
A. Votinos
Peart
Ruby
Stowell
Wey
Thornbcy Andsiam
Proposals on ALP Constitution and Reform Pace
Fragmented notes discuss reaching proposals for the ALP constitution and reforms. It mentions state councils, assemblies, and the role of the state congress, with unclear references to May events and abolitionist topics amidst confusing phrasing.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Olajert
Abe Easton
Congress
Varias Lena
Interest in London and New Zealand affairs noted
Reports indicate attention in London and New Zealand circles as Sir Christopher Parr and the High Commissioner discuss New Zealand matters. Movements of the Nuke of York are tracked using tapes and flags amid ongoing diplomatic activity and maps.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Condon
Marelli
Crawils
New
Zealand
Christopher Parr
York
Australian election report shows party shifts in Melbourne Suns
In Melbourne on March 17 the federal party scene includes Mr Atkinson as member for Wilmot Tasmania, the Scullin party loss and reader notes initial re-admission votes. It reports Henry Hiatt as receiver and Wilkinson origins, with Wyatt winning over the Derry party by a hidden majority. Balloting details imply eligibility rules and contested seats.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Melbourne
S Atkinson
Wilmot
Tasmania
House of Representatives
Vic
Hiatt
Wikinson
Ation
Jalist
Wyatt
Derry
Scullin
Peyleral
Lander
Baling Ani
Cairns Shifting and Bombala Move Revealed
Cairns shift and Bombala TD move surface in March Brisbane reports. Canberra aims to overhaul and extend Cairns further, with plans to strengthen the terminal and related operations.
Senate Censures Child Endowment Scheme
In Melbourne Senator Pearce moved for a Senate disapproval of the Mabie Survey Arbitrator inquiry into the Atlee Hunt child endowment scheme. He argued conditions favored only officers, applying to those under 2300. The government favored alteration and the motion passed by two votes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Melbourne
Marcel
Pearce
Forday
Senate
Mabie
Atlee Hunt
States Grants Bill debated amid abolition of per capita payments
The debate on the States Grants Bill continued with Senator Needham opposing per capita payments noting campaign priorities. Senator Massey and Greene supported reforms while Senator Darwell urged careful study, arguing the proposals held some merit though many questions remained.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Needham
Tre
Massey
Greene
Ie Thi
Din 'Senouer
Darwell
Harbor Engineer Reports Damage From Rats and Cyclone
The harbor engineer reports extensive cyclone damage to sheds, buildings, and docks. Rats swarmed under wharves and groceries, with temporary shelters and some structures destroyed while dredging proceeds to stabilize the area and secure access.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cairns Mather
Moardialla
Viarhir
Tinwa
Dimildinis
Radney
Ollister
Dewis
Campletaly
Eithauk
Amderneath
Tvese
Cane Prices Board and Members Appointed in Brisbane
Fragmentary report notes a cane prices board or committee in Brisbane with members appointed to oversee pricing and security. Mentions Misses and Jonbes as chairwoman, and references to accommodation security provided by the Commonwealth Bank.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Alisbane
Cela Falta
Sheen
Tehinda
Commonwealth Bank
Explosion wrecks three offices in Adelaide scene shocks city
A man, James Burkitt, was arrested after a powerful explosion rocked three offices near Birath Albyn about 40 miles from Adelaide. Police say gelignite was found on Burkitt and fears of broader attack were raised as a woman nearby escaped serious injury by inches.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Adelaide
Mareh
Birath Albyn
Lawt
Avening
Sata
Menara
Tucker
Colin Barr
Bavineni 4 Banke
James Burkitt
Bia
Posaeastin
Bank Failures Create Tokyo Sensation In Discreet Report
Turmoil hits Tokyo as two banks fail with combined deposits around 40 ve y. Finance Minister faces scrutiny after alleged premature disclosure. Reports cite Warmate Hanks and other figures amid liquidity strain and rapid market reactions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Os Tokio
Valtia
Warmate Hanks
Hanaliger
Hanks Nholaing
Liquake “Hills
Marhe 06 Neenrdlitiy report on Me Cawley and district
A disjointed narrative describes Mareh 06 events near Norman ton with mention of Me Cawley and surrounding residents. It notes absence of tree jy and talks of ravine features. The piece references crocodiles in swamps and remarks on fertile station scale and local fruits while praising Norman ton children.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wrestbane
Mareh
Min
Cawley
Leacas
Tye
Deenenseil Iile
Former President Faces Expulsion Threat Over Repose Position
Sydney reports a contested stance within the AST PL Executive amid claims by Mr Imve od sided that the former president, Mr Imats cin, may be expelled after a conference. A circulating letter from Mr Seale and support staff challenges credibility of communications.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sydney
Marcel
Viton
AST. PL
Imats Cin
Sealeie
America’s Prom Room Battle Spurs Senate Debate
Fragmentary OCR notes describe a Senate discussion over a bill concerning segregation and separation of white and other groups. The page hints at a Lower House vote and references to law, immediate decision, and civil rights tensions affecting public policy.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tenas
Maren
Senate
Amd Neers Fares ii
Eejaonil
Immedei
Bee Coulson Law Ance Worms Samiligy
Brisbane nurse fatally burned in hospital incident
A Brisbane nurse died after ether fumes ignited while preparing an ether jet at St Martin's Hospital. Investigating officers report the blaze started in the operating area during the Wednesday evening shift, leaving the nurse fatally burned and hospital staff shaken.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Brisbane
Mins
Meiml Watson
St. Martin's Hospital
Bork
Jaewerdl
Mre
Local meeting reviews sports club funds and leadership
The animal general meeting discusses finances and leadership changes. Officials including President and secretary are named, with bids for the Gordonvale and Atoontha delegates and notes on contributions to the sports fund. The session approves allocations and acknowledges supporters.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ctalrinda
Rusby
Lear
Ion
Anil
Valle Lerivernerel
Tamahalls
James
Yea San
Abe
Shawei
Fram
General Fund
Tie’ Rep
Wilanece
Feves
Cand Himpeli
Omer Tings
Cardanvale
Ian
Muanis
Me Venr
Weewlse
Me Richardson
Ahd
W. Ginean
Follwing
Frof
Lamont
Presidenis
Mesery
Wanderers
Morgre
Honce
Poller
Rovers
Messrs
Cameron
Wasaellt-Mertl
Winnity Afeesis
Whaltenwaahef TeSginge
Rendall
Reported Sale Figures Amid Turmoil At State Meeting
A garbled report notes a sale figure of £75,000 linked to M. Russell and M. Patyton, with Dow Messrs Taylor and Risstl involved. the fragment mentions progress with sheep men and a station, but many words are unreadable. The context suggests a public sale or financial action discussed at a state gathering, with multiple named parties unclear due to OCR damage.
Also Mentioned on This Page
Peace Agate Men’s. Decision
Chambers OF Commerce
Tariff Board
Courier
Electoral Lawe
Marconis
Hankow
AIR Services
Britain
Napier
Arthur .H. Hawes
Mery
Cerry
Dini Beer
Cairns
Mires
Janes Herbert
RAL
Soullin Brats paaTa Theodore
Shifping
Bombala
Ida Rereach
Canberra
Prices Board
Messia
Wood
Alana
Merv. Shaw
Langhorne Creek
Excape
Shaw
Jody
van J
Tucker Wan
Burkitt
Burklee
Gelignite
Almient
Tokio
MeCawley
Syare
Belginon
Chris Fruits
Euithy
Normanton
Normanlon
Innel
Peanut Board
Peaisran
Arren
Civier
Ae Russell
M. Patyton
Taylor
Rissetl
Avd
Odeathea
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