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Newspaper

Cairns Post

Location

Cairns, Queensland, Australia

Date

Nov 23, 1920

Page

5

Murder Gangs Atrocious Crimes Reported In Dublin

London officials state twelve victims and two civilians were killed with many wounded by a murder gang at the Gresham Hotel Dublin. Troops fired during clashes at Croke Park causing ten deaths and many injuries amid a stampede. Reinforcements surrounded the Gresham and further fighting ensued. A civilian and two soldiers were killed and trains out of Dublin blocked. The Central Hotel was seized briefly and guests warned to leave. Two men, Blake and ONeill, were later slain in incidents tied to the unrest.

London Gresham Hotel Dublin Sing Fein Rhlmn Croke Park Sint Gamit We Gresham Hotel Limerick Con Hable Blake O'Neill

Sunday Morning Tragedies in Dublin Killings and Raids

London reports recount a Sunday morning massacre in Dublin beginning about one o'clock as residents slept. Fourteen shot dead, several officers narrowly escaped, and raids by authorities led to multiple arrests. During a Croke Park match, armed troops with machine guns caused panic and injuries. Victims include Captains McLean, Fitzgerald, and McCormack. widespread gunfire wounded civilians. fear of reprisals grows as raiding continues through the city.

London Dublin Capite Go Albed Croke Park Owith Bee View Tomans Par Pers Omachinery of Justice Sinn Fein Gresham Lower Dagget Street Morehampton Road Griffin Galway Diack Morehammpton Road He Ir Secret Service Mowat_ Street Tanis Pasig Aed McLean Fitzgerald McCormack

The Gang's Methods. Forced-Way Killings in Mount Street Attacks

London reports detail a coordinated assassins' campaign on Mount Street and surrounding areas. Officials list killed include a minor, six captains, three lieutenants, two cadets, and many civilians. numerous officers were wounded. Gresham Hotel and seven dwellings were attacked. Captain McCormack, Captain Newbury, and Lieut Mahon were among those fatally shot. multiple houses were entered and arrests made. The attacks reflect heightened gang activity amid police pressure and possible intelligence gains by authorities.

London Mount Street Spcr Sa Boswee Véliver Hedrock Lita Mabin Tan’ Corps Crawford Army Services Vin Secret Service Rawford Gresham Hotel Stah Remster Upper Mount Street Smith Captain Maclean Caldow Macaes Wes Tenpf E-Howse Lower Naghia Street Captain Newbury Newbury Lis Nice Mannix Fesia Eet

Bierr Bowkets Boobing and Cairca Seay Event

Fragmentary OCR reveals references to a football or society event titled Bierr Bowkets Boobing with names Cairca Seay and Dean. Scattered words mention Tirestore Tableland War and intending competition, but details are unclear.

Federal loan hints and Australia debt talk in Melbourne

In Melbourne a National party meeting discusses a report and government intentions on a possible large Commonwealth loan. The Federal Treasurer declines to comment on rumors of a loan, while noted plans cite a May need to redeem war gratuity bonds totaling over 30 million pounds. Australia’s imperial debt and repayments loom, with ongoing negotiations led by Senator Millen and Treasury Secretary Collins after Watt’s exit from cabinet.

Melbourne National_party Mro Heghes Basicage Sir.j. Cook Sydney Commonwealth London Australia Watt Federal Cabinet Millen Capt. Collins The Treasury

Liquor Referendum Figures in Brisbane Polls

The Brisbane referendum results released on November 22 show Continuance leading with 175,896 votes and Prohibition at 144,670, with State Control at 28,017. Contingent votes counted from State Council papers indicate 1,634 for Prohibition and 3,183 for Continuance across nine electorates, reversing Burnett and Ithaca to favor Continuance.

Brisbane Prohibition Home Secretary Burnett

Queensland prepares land PR arrival of Governor Sir Mathew Nathan

Brisbane reports the new Governor Sir Mathew Nathan will arrive on December 3 by the Orontes. Ministers plan to meet him down the river and return with him on the Lacinda. Civic authorities welcome the arrival and invite His Excellency to lunch with Ministers after the ceremony.

Brisbane Sir Mathew Nathan Orontes Lacinda Mathew Wis

Trainees Welfare Committee meeting and parade plans

The Military Trainees Welfare Committee met at Drift Hall with full attendance. Chairman R C F Gelling welcomed Mr Osterlund who joins after Mr Sexton’s resignation. Plans were set for Palace Pictures entertainment and a parade march starting from the Drill Hall at 7 30 p.m. A prize fund of 10 shillings was approved for Saturday’s sports. Sergeant Major Rodham reported 50 boxing entries for next year including Mareeba and Atherton trainees. A donation of £1 1 shillings was given by the chairman, and A Atkinson offered a trophy for a suitable section. The committee will meet next to finalise arrangements.

Drift Hall R. C. F. Gelling Osterlund Coute Sexton Mareeba Atherton A. Atkinson Uflsehl

New York reporter cites Caril on League overhaul

Geneva correspondent quotes M Caril saying the world will not scrap the present League for a new one and that 42 motions for a new League are unlikely. The current League can be amended to include United States demands, including Article Ten, which would alter frontiers by peaceful methods, not war.

New York Chicago Tribune Geneva M. Caril America United States

Australian Parliament Debates Wage Report and Immigration Bill

Melbourne reports detail Hughes and Marr on basic wage discussion. Queensland War Trophy Committee allocates 449 trophies to towns, including 70 guns and mortars and 430 machine guns. Butter pool turnovers rise and fall across years, with Queensland total at 14 633 tons. Treasurer introduces a bill to amend pensions for blind earners to £221 annual income. second reading agreed. Immigration Bill debate resumes with fits over enemy nationality restrictions and three year term alignment with Britain.

Melbourne Hughes Marr Poynton Mackay Queensland Green Ryn Basic Wage Commission Ryan Mr. McWilliams Page Mr. Page Britain Australia Wienholt

Premier hopes Parliament business ends by Christmas

The Premier said today he hoped the business of Parliament would be dealt with with expedition so the session could end at Christmas. He added it was too early to say if it would be necessary to continue after the New Year. Mr Theodore said there was no announcement yet on further appointments to the Upper House.

Brisbane Theodore

Bail Forfeited In Four Students Disturbance Case

In a Saturday night disturbance case four students did not appear when called in court. Named defendants were Robert Nihill, 23. George Fisher, 20. Percival Stephen son, 19. and Charles R. McLean, 19. Bail for all four was forfeited by the court.

Brisbane Robert Nihill George Fisher Percival -Stephenson Charles R. McLean

Veteran Statesman Joseph Chamberlain Dies at 89

Obituary notes the death yesterday of Joseph Chamberlain aged 89 former ally of Jesse Collings and long prominent in Isle politics. The report highlights his role as a veteran statesman and his influence in local governance.

London Jesse Collings T of the Isle Joseph Chamberlain

Government withholds report on water board operations

Brisbane dispatch reports the Government will not release the Inspector of the Auditor-General's inquiry into Metropolitan Water and Sewerage Board operations. The Treasurer suggested hiring a competent official may take months. The board asserts its actions were proper despite heavy difficulties, especially in Pinkenba where terrain and costs hindered progress.

Brisbane Auditor-General’s Department Metropolitan Water, and Sewerage Board Pinkenba

The Greek Throne

In Athens a full length portrait of ex King Constantine has been dug at the Premier's residence. Portraits are displayed in Government offices and law courts. Britain and France oppose Constantine's return. France proposes a warning. Britain awaits next Sunday's plebiscite. If recalled, Britain would urge withdrawal of some Greek men dates and revision of the Serres treaty due to a perceived threat from Greek troops in Smyrna.

Athens Constantine Britain France Greece Smyrna

The Printers' Award Judgment To Be Issued In Full Court

The Northern printers appeal the recent award and the full court will deliver judgment on Wednesday.

Brisbane Northern Printers

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