Fire Board Inquiry Over Uniforms Thefts And Statements
The Washell meeting of the Coins Fire Brigade Board chaired by Masoe discussed alleged thefts of uniforms, disputed officer accounts, and varying figures from Chief Officer McBewae and Mr. Short. Heated testimony focused on who possessed coats and belts, with suspension proposed and a call for a formal inquiry by the Home Secretary if needed.
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Chet Oliver Memenzu
Pepetel
Maud
Ua Carter
Iin
Order of
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Cat
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Woodward
Mr. Short
Short
Ararice Mimvedl
Simmestel
Tvel
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Woundward
Mer Carters
Chief Officer Contention Over Full Statement Planned
A tense council meeting discusses producing an authentic full statement by Wednesday regarding the chief officer case. MPs debate access to documents and whether the chair can suspend actions, with a special meeting set for Monday March 21 1928 to receive the officer’s explanation.
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Umbertnck
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Mer
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Mr. Halstead
McKenzie
Woodward
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Cmeer
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Sugar Growers Conference Controversy Stirs U C 4 A Meeting
Fragmentary OCR text describes a March conference of sugar growers in a Northern region with discussions of federal responsibility for conte and government oversight. It notes statements by figures including Mr Powell and other presidents and references to state cooperation and protective measures.
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Erie
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Canegrowers Conference Opens in Brisbane
In Brisbane on March 20 the Canegrowers conference opened amid unclear remarks and a tentative program. Delegates planned a series of presentations and discussions focused on industry prospects and policy advocacy.
Cow Woman Injured In Accident At Pier
An incident near Pier involved a woman who sustained injuries after being struck by a cow. Witnesses report confusion and medical responders attending the scene as bystanders assisted and the area was secured for investigation.
Egypt HiW Calinet Cato March 10 Tl meee rated
Fragmented OCR about Egypt HiW Calinet Cato with references to ministers and a world treaty context. Names and titles appear garbled, posing difficulty identifying clear events or outcomes. The readable bits suggest a formal meeting or announcement involving ministers and international affairs.
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Mlarhes Yusha
Misister
Pereten AM
Ghali Mocha
Mavister
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Paldie Worke
Waluney Tasha
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The Red Rose Arrival at Darwin Great Flight Ends
Darwin reports the completion of a major air flight event titled The Red Rose. The article mentions participants and dates, noting the emphasis on the Darwin arrival and the broader flight rivalry.
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Darwin
Pan Hohiy
Bible Society Delegates Welcomed Brisbane
Delegates from the Bible Society were welcomed in Brisbane on March 1 during a ceremony at the Opera House attended by city and church leaders. The gathering highlighted the Society’s 124 year history and its aim to promote inter-Christian cooperation and Bible circulation among diverse languages. Reverend Thomasen, secretary of the Australian Council, and J Williams Dberethy spoke, stressing unity among churches and support for the Society’s global mission.
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TO Theanpsen
Secreary
Australian Cinineil Am Res VW
J Wilhianis Dbeiethy
Labor Selections in South and West Sydney
Labor selections in Sydney target South Sydney and West Sydney seats in the upcoming Verlera elections. Officials and Trades Hall members prepare for selection events while candidates await official confirmation and potential campaigning restrictions.
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West Sydney
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South Sydney
U S Naval Bill Talks Create New Programme
U S naval bill representatives agree on a new programme amid debate over wartime measures. Officials discuss press coverage and parliamentary procedures while outlining anticipated funding and strategic implications for the upcoming year.
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U.S.A. Naval Bill
Fragmentary Report of Police Court Proceedings
Fragmented OCR text describes a police court scene with officers named Grier Short and Chief Officer. It mentions discussion of worms, toll numbers, a verdict or agreement, and a peer or witness debate. The text is garbled, offering partial phrases about coffee, attitudes, and past statements, with unclear chronology.
Five Children Die in Fire at Surrey School Nursery
Five six year old children perished in their sleep in a nursery fire at a Surrey school near Torley. A rescuer saved three others as the Granky Miting Company headquarters was destroyed and five more suffered serious injuries. The incident occurred in March with local investigations pending.
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London
Torley
Sirrey
Granky
Federal help for cancer research outlined by minister
In Svilnee on March 19 the minister outlined federal assistance for cancer research. A delegation including Dr Burrows and others from New South Wales and Australia discussed arranging radiative programs and materials for early deployment, with targets to mobilize support and coordination across regions.
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Metwceen
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Dhe
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Dr Burrows
Eans Kartel
New South Wales
Meceru
King Likes Rugby in London Crowd Victory
In rough weather in London on March 17 Paekenhan led the King and a crowd of about 1000 to watch amateur rugby. Wales defeated Seonkind G by 2 to 1 with Ant Curd contributing the decisive goal.
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London
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Seonkind G
Caleta Cp
Ant
Wales
Railway freight rates for silver lead ore in 1928 inquiry
A government letter from March 1928 discusses railway freight charges for silver lead ore valued at not more than 6 per ton. It outlines per ton rates from Forsyth and Finnisteigh to Canne wharf including transhipping and haulage costs, with a reply from minister Larcombe confirming the terms and the bulk handling rule.
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Erik Ulver
Forsayth
Finnsteigh
Canne
Cire
Forsyth
Carre Wharf
Larcombe
WASTRALIAN LAND SETTLEMENT SCHEME DISCUSSED QUEENSLAND MOVE
A conference between State and Mer Cram officials discussed a major land settlement plan in Western Australia. The proposal aims to extend west from the Great Southern Mails to a new site east of Py Keele, with housing and migration implications. The plan would create new towns, farms, and jobs under government supervision, subject to policy decisions.
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Ileet Cinema Wealth Government
Mer Cram
Fadieny
Lssinned
Rabinita Ll
Eaperatiie Salem
Keele
Minse
Midstane
Ieee
Assassination of Mexican General Sparks Political Turmoil
A March report from Mevc iuw details the removal of a Mexican general and political aspirant amid upheaval. The, unnamed governor or official figures are cited as responsible for the act, with references to Sinai and Cubmera contexts. The piece reads as a fragmented OCR record with unclear names and dates but indicates a targeted assassination linked to governance.
Plans of Naval Bill Passes House by 247 Votes
Washington March 17 The Plans of Representatives pass the Naval Bill by 247 votes and go to the Senate. Mr Dotler says the United States intends to pound out its fleet without forcing a race in armaments. Mr Butler and colleagues will resist any Senate attempt to amend the program.
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Joey
Senate
Dotler
U Ninedales
Ois Anderston
Builer
Wanamaker Will Disposes Fortune For Education And Charity
New York March 17 Rodman Wanamaker, among America’s richest merchants, wills a fortune of two million dollars to establish a school of free artisans. He leaves gifts to hospitals schools and churches and places 7 5 million in life insurance to his family. Two business establishments valued at millions are held in trust for family and charities.
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New York
Rodman Wanamaker
America
United States
Meat Industry in Rockhampton to resume at Lake Creek
Rockhampton March 14 The Central Queensland Meat Export Company intends resuming operations at Lake Creek as soon as essential repairs are completed It is estimated the works will commence killing about the middle of April This plan follows significant downtime due to necessary maintenance and upgrades by the company at the Lake Creek facility.
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Rockhampton
Central
Air speed record effort seeks new speed by Kinkead
London dispatch reports Air Vice Marshal Sir J F Higgins urging an early air attempt to break the speed record despite sacri fices. Kin kead reportedly achieved a pace before a disaster. Captain Macintosh seeks financial help for another project with a flying boat and wireless equipment.
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Am Exploits
J FF. A. Higgins
Kinkead
Samoan Trouble Dunedin Premier To Make Statement
Auckland March 18 The crower Dunedin has returned to Wellington from Samoa with despatches from the Administrator The Premier Mr Coates will make a statement about the agitation in the islands shortly.
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Crower
Dunedin
Wellington
Samoa
Premice
Coates
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United States reserves rights on Moroccan affairs in Paris talks
The United States informs Britain France Spain and Italy it makes a full reservation of its rights on any Paris conference decisions concerning Morocco and Tangier that may affect U S interests.
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United States
Britain
France
Spain
Italy
Paris
Morocco
Tangier
Cricket reports from Brisbane and New South Wales premiership
Cricket results from Brisbane and New South Wales premiership matches. Scores include South Melbourne and West Suburban results, with bowlers and innings details. Notable performances feature Blackie taking 4 for 12 and Gleenh an 2 for 12 in Wanganui against Australia.
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Blackie
Gsxenhan
Wills Family Estate Leaves Large Bequest in Britain
London reports tobacco magnate F N H Wills died in October at age 4 leaving a vast estate of 2,505,000 pounds. He becomes the sixth family member to pass with a fortune around 2,500,000 pounds. The Treasury will collect estate duties totaling about 2,000,000 pounds.
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F.N.H. Wills
Treasury
Trade Returns Show Boosts in Butter and Wool
London reports February trade gains with New Zealand butter up 912 000 pounds and South African wool rising 857 000 pounds. Dublin notes the Dail approved 20 000 pounds to the widow and two children of the late Kevin Dr Higgins, minister for justice murdered.
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New Zealand
Dublin
Dail
Kevin Dr Higgins
Herberton Weather Forecast and Light Showers
Herberton reports continued mild conditions from March 10 with an ideal spell giving way to Sunday afternoon showers. Light sleet like precipitation persisted today, but no heavy rainfall has occurred.
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Herberton
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