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Newspaper

Cairns Post

Location

Cairns, Queensland, Australia

Date

Nov 08, 1928

Page

10

Soviet tide ebbs as opposition strengthens abroad

Reported economic news out of Riga warns of famine risk in Ukraine amid calls for national self determination. White Army leadership forms in Europe with Colonel Koutsepoy and Deniken ally Georal Lucumeky directing a training academy in Paris. Government claims 1.778 million tons of grain in stores while famine fears persist and peasant resistance grows with grain stores targeted.

Georal Lucumeky Deniken Paris Europe America Koutsepoy Grand Duke Nicholas Riga Ukraine Russia Meow Adele

Prices Realised at Berlin Auction of Confiscated Goods

Report from Berlin notes prices realised on confiscated articles as buyers from France Britain and the United States compete. The sale drew lower bids than expected with many items remaining unsold while some chairs and other articles fetched modest sums amid tense crowd reaction and enforcement by authorities.

Berlin ENO Levelicht Werner Laepke Weecaims Pamalinn Vorkish United Stea Purchanys Timal Reallae Euge de Benauhariasin

Sydney Cook Brings Cairns Scene to Film Campaign

Sydney Cook, noted Avian film photographer, arrived in Cairns aboard the Ormiston to film scenic views and industrial life for a Australia wide release. He aims to show Cairns to 1,000,000 picture patrons, highlighting tourism, business and sport while promoting Far North attractions to Southern audiences.

Sydney Cook Cairns Ormiston Cook du Puetralia Ap. Ee Incrpase Australia Werias Werias Scenic Beauties Queenston Cairne Vines Sydney Me

Parliament Opens in London amid Fog and Pageantry

A grand opening of Parliament in London features the Yeomen of the Guard and a royal procession to Windsor Palace. Attendees include Prime Minister Baldwin and Opposition Leader Macdonald. Discussions cover Anglo French arms talks and disarmament questions as the session begins.

London Ted Hackingham Duke of York Baldwin Maekene dl Veader House of Lords

Adjournment Moved in House of Commons over foreign affairs

A British official wireless message from London reports Mr. Snowden supported by Mr. McDant calling for a government statement on foreign affairs. Baldwin defended the lack of a statement, arguing debate should be limited to general matters, noting past criticisms. The exchange centered on whether timely remarks would aid national discourse.

London House of Commons Phil Snowden McDan Baldwin

Aboriginal men on trial for Brooks camp murder in Northern Territory

In the Supreme Court of Australia before Judge Mallam and a jury, two aboriginal men were charged with killing Brooks at his camp after a decoy lure. An Aboriginal youth testified the plan involved stealing stores and tobacco. Police pursued the killers 60 miles. one juror left for dinner, prompting discharge and a restarting of the trial.

Darwin, Moy Supreme Court of Rutral Australia Mallam Brooks Drowthe Shelubre Sandy Counry Loch Gore

Revival Royal Society of St George Forms Cairns Branch

A preliminary meeting in Oddfellows Hall led by Mr Atkhin with Mr W Mackin as provisional secretary decided to revive the Cairns branch of the Royal Society of St George. The Cairns group once had many local members across the peninsula and hopes to attract former members and local traditions to build a strong, prosperous chapter. A second meeting to appoint officers is set for the flat Monday in December at Oddfellows Hall.

Royal Society of St George Oddfellow's Atkhin W. Mackin Cairns Peninsula Layetivlhiya Oddfellows’ Hall

Labor Party Extremism Attacked by Federal Committee

Canberra reports quote a Federal Parliamentary Committee condemning Labor as extremism driven, accusing leaders of defeatism and abandoning Senate candidates. It claims Labor blocks reforms, harms workers and primary producers, and opposes the Composite Government's policies on arbitration, ballots, and protections for produce.

Canberra Federal Commiy Lary Labor Senate Australia Labor Party Canpode Groes Federal Labor Party Transport Workers’ Act Trewt Col E. J. Munro V.D O'Connellatzert Siiek

Unclear text fragment from Paris political note

Fragmentary OCR text mentions Paris November scene with names M. Calllaud and M. Herr worters amid cabinet reshuffle and Socialis resignation. Reading proves unstable and uncertain about exact events or dates.

Government resignation sparks uncertain Paris politicking

Excitement on the bourse as the government resigns and President Doumergue is expected to ask Prime Minister Poincare to remain. It appears Poincare may decline without Radical-Socialists support, making Briand a possible alternative.

Parde M. Doumergue M. Poincare Ime M. Briand

Paris Chamber Adjourns Amid Government Defense Clash

The chamber met despite government opposition and adjourned to Thursday. Radical Socialists critiqued Caliux and Poincare, while papers warned of upheaval if Caliaux returns. A short crisis period is expected before Voincare forms a new cabinet with socialist opposition support.

Paris Magry Ncmngts Aamet le Tempe M. Cailaux M. Poincare le Liberte M. Calilaux

Princess Mary Visits Canberra With Naval Welcome

Princess Mary arrived at Canberra where Admiral Sir Osmond Brock and Lieutenant Commander L F Gilag received her. The Canberra crew lined the decks as the marine band played and the Princess waved farewell amid cheers from the crew and thousands onlookers.

London Princess Mary Mortemouth Canberra Osmond Brock L. F. Gilag Mansey Ahe

Australian Seamen's Union Registration Sails Forward

Acting for a seaman, P Shehan seeks registration of the Australian Seamen's Union under the Commonwealth Arbitration Act. A list of 400 names accompanies the application. Alfred C Woodsford named general president, with former union members backing the move. Registration to be advertised in the Commonwealth Gazette for four days. entrance fee set at £5 payable quarterly.

Melbourne P. Shehan Commonwealth Regular Australian Seamen's Union Commonwealth Arbitration Act Alfred C. Woodsford Woodsford On Seamen's Union L'On Walsh Commonwealth Gasette

Hoover Wins Defeats Native Party in Big City Race

New York reports Mr Hoover elected President and the Republican ticket dominates local contests. Mayor Thompson of Chicago faces defeat as Cook County Republican organization backs majorities for judgeships and offices, while the Denver group is swept aside by large majorities.

Big Dill" Thompson Chicago Cook Country Republican Organization Denwer

Al Smith Congratulates Hoover on Victory

Al Smith telegraphs to Mr. Hoover congratulating him on the victory. Smith extends sincere wishes for Hoover’s health and happiness and for the success of his administration.

New York AL Smith Hoover

Democratic Party Faces Radical Shift After Election

The Democrat party may dissolve or merge with the Farmer Labor party to form a new party. Hoover leads in the South with strong Republican support as elections show heavy turnout and notable disorder in West Virginia and New York amid Coolidge’s White House preparations in Northampton.

New York Democratic Party Combinii Farmer Laborite Middle Weel Smith Hoover

Women Conspicuous at Ballot Boxes Across Nation

In New York on November 6 with general ideal weather ballot voting began early in unprecedented volume. Women were conspicuous as all sections voted and no disorders were reported by early afternoon despite bitterness of issues.

New York Balbotin

Imperial Affairs Activity Amid Grand Conferences

London reports considerable Imperial affairs activity for 9M with an imperial conference planned after an Empire Press Congress in June and the Empire Parliamentary Conference. Officials hope to place the two events close together to avoid clashes.

London Empire Press Congress Empire Parliamentary Conference Thin

British Scientists Return to Towneville with Specimens

The Tivoli motor launch brings back three British scientific party members Meénars J A Steers Spencer and Marchant to Towneville with coral and zoological specimens from Flinders Island Cape Melville Palma and Barrier Reef. They plan further observations toward Whitsunday and Mackay while Steers heads south.

Townsville Tivoli Towneville Meénars Whitsunday Salamd Mackay Steers

Air extensions for railway companies forecast in Britain

London November 7 The Evening Standard forecasts rapid conversion of large railway plants to aircraft production if railways gain air powers. Signs indicate Parliament will be asked for immediate measures to authorize the move.

London Evening Standard

Emphatic Denial Of Seamen’s Union Allegations

Canberra reports that Mater Jones head of the Commonwealth Investigation Bratch denies the claim that Commonwealth Police entered his office at Newcastle, seized documents, and threatened him with a revolver. He says officers did not carry arms. An officer served a subpoena on the seamen's secretary in the Jacob Johan neem case, with sentencing to six months in jail already imposed.

Canberra Mater Jones Commonwealth Investigation Bratch Seamen's Union Newcastle Commonwealth Jones Jacob Johanneem

Hughes Emphatic on Italian Migration in Australia

Sydney speech by Mr Hughes rails against Italian migration and its impact on living standards. He denounces denationalised immigrants and argues for Australians who fully embrace Australian identity and loyalties.

Sydney Aloo Og Imee Mirritilhi Hughes Agerman

Tragedy Feared as Two Canoeists Missing

Melbourne authorities feared tragedy as two canoeists remained missing on November 7 after rough winds capsized their craft near the coast. Patrols and motor boats searched the area seeking survivors or clues.

Melbourne

Memory of Movelists Vanishes and Sir Hall Caine Dies

Fragmented oblique passage notes disappearance of movelists memory and an order of death for Sir Hall Caine, with unclear references to court or official actions and lingering mention of a PPO.

London Hall Caine

Viscount Haldanes Will Reported Dated November One

Fragmentary text notes a will of Viscount Haldanes with a date of November 1 and mentions Wieswum Hakizer in unclear context. The readable portion implies probate or will wording but details are unreadable.

Mount Etna Eruption Threatens Nearby Towns

Reports from Rome dated November 6 describe lava streams advancing at several feet per hour toward Diarre and adjacent villages. Processions for Saint Vitus and Saint Leonard seek heavenly aid as the lava path nears inhabited areas. The Pope issued hostilities and sent prayers for swift relief to the afflicted.

Opposition moves no confidence against Victorian government

The Leader of the Opposition William Melherson gave notice in the Assembly that a motion of no confidence in the Victorian Government will be moved tomorrow over alleged poor handling of emergencies and riots. The motion is expected to gain support from Nationalist and Country parties and possibly others, while the Premier adjourned the House and continued with ordinary business.

Melbourne Si William Melherson IV. Ng Tigres Country V Blve Prom Cedervt

Olympic Team Responds To Criticism From Manager And Athlete

The Olympic athlete Stunt replied to criticism by the team manager. Stuart claimed the manager’s comments about training were unfounded and that he never missed a day of training. Horton, the team's masseur, supported Stuart by confirming the disputed accounts and accusing mismanagement.

Sydney Stunt Stuart Dull Dart Mr. Horton

Deception Island Arctic Trek Report by Sir Hebert Wilkins

Sir Hebert Wilkins reports wireless from Deception Island on November 4 describing five days of Falkland Passage weather. The Hektoria encounters pack ice and snow with strong winds and rough seas, lashings secured, as the crew charts Antarctic ice distribution ahead of the voyage.

London Sir Hebert Wilkins Deception Island Falklands Seri

Manchester Municipal Airport Makes History

London reports Britain sanctions creation of Manchester's first municipal airport on 260 acres seven miles from the city. The site, described as among the best natural aerodromes in the country, awaits a direct continental air service rather than a Croydon link.

London Air Ministry Britain Manchester Maya Croydon

Cycling Club Meets on Norman Park Plans

The Cycle Club held a meeting at Golden Vale Cafe to finalize sports net proposals for Norman Park on November 16. Speakers noted riders in training and upcoming events will begin in the next days as interest and attendance were strong despite some unclear details.

Te Bet Norman Park Golden Vale Ridete Esveral

Rockhampton AJL Branch Passes Resolution on Railway Dismissals

Rockhampton branch of the AJL meets to support a public inquiry into the dismissal of railway workers and urges the State Council to take action to reinstate those who were victimized for standing on union principles.

Rockhampton AJL Itive di Mie State Council A.B

New African Cabinet Appointed After Madeley Resignation

Capetown reports Mr Marteley did not resign on invitation. At 1 am the port folio fell empty and at 3 pm Colonel was sworn in. Mr CW Sampson, 25, president of the Typographical Union, succeeds Mr Ladekey, aligning with Mr Cresswell and the moderate Labor faction backing the Nationalists.

Capetown Marteley Previers Calonel CW. Sampson Ladekey Mer. Sampson Typographical Union Me. Cresswell The Nationalists

Australian Eleven to Meet England in Sydney Test

English players arrive in Sydney as England and New South Wales prepare for a forthcoming match at the Sydney Cricket Ground. Australian selectors have named captain V R and players Poisford Scott Bill Nothling Oldfield Jackson Bradman, with Heckett among omissions and further selections pending.

Sydney England Eeleven Htochiepen Messrs K. Jones A. Raicliffe RK. Hoyer V. R Poisford Scott Bill Nothling Oldfield Jackson Bradman Heckett Melbourne New South Wales Sydney Cricket Ground Fikine Iam Wiens Cageamrewe Kelleway Undtietd I Oat Om Hooker Nichotla Jackaen Iwll Seddon

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