Refusal of Special Jury Request in Alleged Bribery Case
In Supreme Court, Judge denied a special jury due to lack of unusual difficulty and insufficient evidence. He noted potential prejudice and that no complex facts justified a special panel, thus the application was refused and the case proceeding exposed to press.
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Honor
Juatte Macnaughton
Pebiey
Supreme Court
Ed CE ER Seeman
Gere Seteer
Grémi
Pein
Federal sugar inquiry opens in Brisbane chaos
The Commonwealth Parliamentary inquiry in Brisbane hears details on sugar transactions by the Federal Government. Chairman Fowler questions costs and prices while witnesses discuss grower payments and regional price differences, with the inquiry adjourned for further proceedings.
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Eutie Aswan
Fowler
Eumirol
AW Li Fle
Matiya
Mr. Fowler
Mir
Mariya
Silena
Faye
Willian Doherty Graeml
United Cane Growers’ Association
Wat
Fia
Bundalere
Sydney Gold Find Spurs Probable Solution of Mystery
A Sydney report notes a likely solution to a gold find mystery in Hyde Park. It claims relics from Saint Mary Cathedral and College Street survived a great fire, with gold ornaments and sacred vessels possibly hidden to protect them. The account references efforts to recover the artifacts and notes uncertainties about surface damage and preservation.
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Sydney
Hyde Park
Henen
St.akary’s Cathedral
College Stree City
Slesien
Allied Troops Land at Charbak to Protect Constantinople
Dispatches from London report Allied troops landing at Charbak to safeguard Constantinople amid Asia Minor unrest. The narrative notes Greek resistance near Ushak, railway reconstruction toward Ushak, and tensions involving Jugoslavia and Thrace.
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London
Bath
Enaure
Frating Chorale Constanntinople
Galfipot Peris
Mowiltieg
Malina
Sturrae
Ushak
Onda
Seitewibet
Beleraie
Asia Minor
Jugo-Slavia
Pert Ieugh
Thrace
Bey
Remalint
Ahandas Terrane
State Ownership Debate on Brisbane Tram Expansion
Debating the second reading of a tram bill, Mr Vowles urged state ownership of railways and maintenance, arguing government inaction hinders suburban progress and unemployment. Premier refused a referendum, while locals and ratepayers pressed for public opinion and municipalizing public activities.
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Rymane
Vowles
Strest Thre
West Yulition
Bir
Iad
Cruit
King
Cerr
Kerr
Rv Premiem
Pichinene
Penalty of neglect during fatal train incident
At a Melbourne inquiry into the death of Frank Dllena a 53 year old engine driver found dead after a train passed a signal the electric control handle was found tied down with a binder. The coroner noted the driver intended to act and said the man likely erred adding the higher penalty for wrongdoing. The death was attributed to the incident as a probable consequence of negligence.
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Mermourne
Frank Dllena
Lena Gat
Wal Grong
New Vows Reoterner 45 The en York erate Washing tom Toreespondestt
Unable to determine a clear event from the garbled OCR. The fragment mentions interest falls, vows, and names like Trent, Minn, and Elie but lacks coherent context or identifiable entities to summarize into a factual card with dates, places, or outcomes.
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En York
Trent
Sas
Fragmented OCR: Weave of Generals and Canine Sale
The oddly garbled text mentions a general arrangement and a canine sale or event with pay, a hop, and a date near September 13. It references a government or public matter and a procession or payment, with unclear details about participants or location.
Townsville protest at Parliament unsettled crowds
A tense session in Townsville's Parliament erupted as unemployed delegates pressed Premier and MPs for action. Police advised restraint as Theodore Brennan and Mr. Larcombe faced interruptions and a brief deputation presented their case before dispersal.
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Bruhane
Theo
Moloney
Theodore
Theo Ore
Brennan
Ame Ip
Abd
Tennant
Townsville
Lima
Grennan
Drewman
Brenna
Thostore
Larcombe
Sinneier
Erate Sea Aan
Expert notes on Our Girl Cotton Picker harvest in 1900s
Reports by researchers discuss recent Our Girl Cotton Picker efforts. They estimate up to 9000 acres suitable for cultivation in the region. The assessment compares land quality with Queensland and asserts higher per acre yields and market values for cotton.
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Angers
United States
Queensland
Queeneland
Entertainment Tax Reduction Proposal Sparks Debate
A fragmented council discussion on proposed cuts to the entertainment tax is described. The text shows opposition arguments, a plan to abolish or restrict the tax to fund other projects, and concerns over electioneering and political manipulation.
Nationalist Candidate Tozer Leads Gympie Seat Hope
A fragmented report notes Mr Tozer as the Nationalist candidate for the Gympie seat. It mentions ongoing state election considerations and his securing backing in the race for the next federal government role.
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Gympie
Tozer
Allegiance to King Amid Ulster Pact Officials
Fragmentary report notes government officials in Ulster pledging allegiance to the king. The text references a September event and a declaration of loyalty amid political tension. Details are unclear due to damaged OCR, but the core fact concerns Ulster officials showing allegiance to the crown.
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Ulster
Seng
When Civil Servants Retire Provisions of Superannuation Bill
Melbourne reports on the Federal Civil Service superannuation bill. It outlines employee contributions and government subsidies for retiring public servants. The fund will be managed by a board and set pension rules for service of 26 years with age 40 as a threshold for benefits. The bill includes increases tied to salary and allowances for voluntary contributors, with contributions from females noted.
Federal Elections Debate Delays Definite Date
Melbourne reports Parliament pressed for a fixed election date amid budget fights and ministerial refusals to set one. Prime Minister Ben Hughes faced opposition from Charlton and Coombs as the chamber debated timing, possible referendum terms, and fiscal bills before a vote.
Sugar inquiry report to Public Accounts Committee
An interim report to the Federal Public Accounts Committee on the sugar question was presented to Parliament. It states the committee prepared figures from the Commonwealth Sugar Board data and discusses costs, retail impact, and possible price effects under existing agreements with Queensland. The report, signed by Mr. Fowler, noted uncertainty about data accuracy and awaited further evidence before final conclusions.
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Melbourne
Fede Public Accounts Committee
Wan
Aenia
Commonwealth Sugar Board
Sugar Board
Possime Srtcat
Queensland
Regi Sering
Fowler
Ve Ganca
Ned Bern
Fleming
Fenton
Makin
West
Taxes Overpaid in Assembly Debates On Commissioners
The Premier told Mr and Mme that tax payers face concerns as commissioners discuss overpaid taxes. Unclear text references overpayments and pending returns, with mentions of Mr Gilles and Regan.
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Ceciiobery
Ee Thant
Gilles
Eee
Fia Regan
German Bargains Bar Ragee at the Fort
A fragment reports German bargains at a fort near Homburg where goods are traded for small sums in pounds. It notes new items, notable naval artifacts, and a showcase of binoculars and a camera in Hangar dated 19/7.
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Homburg
Germany
Guilty Forger Pleads in MeDrides Prate LoanFrauds
Melbourne court records show Erle Mettride aged 25 a clerk pleaded guilty to a series of forged loan frauds involving 46000 pounds and McBride associated thefts. The defendant admitted to pipe and valving scheme details with partner McBride to face trial.
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Melbourne
Erle
Clerk
McBride
Bush Fires Rage Destroy Stock in Emerald District
Reports from Emerald District describe raging bush fires damaging stock and structures. Firefighters battled the blaze as emergency crews evaluated losses and containment efforts amid the unfolding emergency.
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Emerald District
Unemployed Protest Highlights Government Shortcomings
Interview with Lebor and See emerie States SE representatives over the past week notes unmet promises by the government. Protesters and workers press for action as discussions continue amid public discontent and uncertain relief.
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Emerie
The Cost of Peace and Walking Laws
Fragmentary OCR notes mention themes of peace costs and walking laws with scattered names and places. The legible parts reference Linon and Geneva and an Australian element, with unclear dates or affiliations.
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Sele Price
Caoves Co
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