London Mission Predicted to Send Treasury Secretary Abroad
Federal Cabinet next Friday may approve sending Hy J Sheehan Secretary to the Commonwealth Treasury to London to assist Resident Minister Bruce in representing Australia at the World Economic Conference. If approved, Sheehan will study the loan market and support Mr Druce in pushing a Commonwealth conversion loan in Great Britain, accompanied by his family.
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Hy. J. Sheehan
Commonwealth Treasury
London
Bruce
Australia
Breehan
Lon
Rheehan
Druce
Great Britain
Piracy in Chinese Waters Kills British Officers Near Macao
A Chinese customs truck was attacked by pirates at Tang Chong Island fifteen miles from Macao during low tide in the early hours. European officers Mr. Ey Prarce and chief officer Mr. Baldwin were wounded or killed. Chinese assailants also sustained injuries amid the attack. The incident reflects escalating violence in the harbor region.
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Fiom Kong
Mosagy
Tang Chong Fnland
Macao
oMeer
Ey Prarce
Tx Mining
Baldwin
Anathnr oMeer
Toutan
Soviet Trial of British Engineers Demands Death Penalty
The Moscow trial of six British engineers from Metropolitan Vickers, charged with sabotage and espionage, resumed as Prosecutor Vyshinsky pressed for the harshest sentences. He framed the case as a global wartime issue and insisted the Soviet courts defend the proletariat against capitalist treachery, signaling possible death penalties for the accused. The defense and witnesses offered mixed testimony, with the judge and observers noting intense rhetoric and contentious cross‑examinations.
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Moscow
Wille
Metropolitan Vickers Company
Vyshinsky
Yak
Fimo
Russia
British Efforts On Behalf Of Accused Absurd Misreadings
Fragmented report notes Izvestia quotes British Ambassador in Moscow and M Tarvanoff regarding aid for Vickers employees. It claims British government pursued neutral stance while pressure and sabotage claims dominated. A chaotic summary of diplomacy and confusion follows, with unclear names and actions.
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Moscow
Izvestina
Briwre
Ambasador
Ramond Ovex
M. Tarvanoff
Ouy Nentnen
Vickers Company
Tivanoff
Wornment
Russia
Eamond Ovey
Torme Ethin
Sympathy in Germany Berlin funday and metropolitans
A fragmented note from Berlin reports sympathy toward Metropolitan Vickers and employer reactions amid international tensions. The language is garbled but indicates a mood of supportive sentiment among local groups toward industry amid broader problems.
Pravda Questions Monkhoums Admission on Interrogation Length
A terse Pravda comment questions the claim that interrogation lasted 12 hours instead of 18. The piece hints at doubts about the official timeline and the methods used during the questioning.
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Bern
Pravda
TMH
Monkhoums
Revolution Aim of British Socials at Derby Conference
The Independent Labour Federation at Derby, led by Mr Fy Wropkway, narrowly approved a plan to seek cooperation with Moscow and International movements to resist a capitalist power shift. Opponents argued a strict union could not yield a unified stance and criticized Communist influence. The resolution called for agitation to counter hostile governments and to support a Chinese style revolutionary effort if needed.
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Fy Wropkway
Independent
Labour Furly
Derby
Moscow
Med Internationale
Monbow
Fenave Menokfay
Plane Crash in Spain Kills Seven During Festivities
Madrid reports a fatal aeroplane crash marshalling the Foster celebration. A machine veered over the city, fatally wounding three women near a garage and injuring others. The pilot parachuted out. Lieut Gobart, a mill attendant, perished with a woman friend and several French participants.
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Madrid
Participa
Gobart
France
Plot that failed attempt to rob store in Newcastle
A gang of about 30 men attempted a break in at a Fort Seratchisy clothing store last night. They placed lookouts to warn others but were routed when police arrived, and several were captured.
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Newcastle
Fort Seratchisy
Alea
NSW ALP Conference Sparks Coalition Clash
In New South Wales the ALP splits over socialisation plans and a socialisation faction calls a miners’ conference for coal fields. The dispute widens as opposition to the faction grows, with a planned meeting to declare stances ahead of the Saturday gathering.
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Rydney
AIP
AJP
AAD
Itn
of- Aciay
Farmer Shot Tragedy at Byron Bay Murder Charge Laid
Police arrest another farmer near Byron Bay after the shooting of William Woolridge a 6% year old dairy farmer from Wit Rome ant Jon hia property. Woolridge died from chest and abdomen wounds. Witnesses and a nearby farmer were questioned as officers investigated the sequence leading to the fatal incident.
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Ligmorf
William Woolridge
Rome
Jon
Byron Bay
Wootridge Tett
Wilky
Woolridge
Mire Wentridge
Torith
Woolridae
Timely Discovery in Sydney Police Arrest Man for Arson
Police last weekend detained a man at Rockdale on a charge of attempted arson. Detectives found quantity of inflammable material inside the shop upon entry, suggesting the culprit planned to start a fire within hours. The interior showed disorder while the arrestee denied knowledge of the accusations.
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Sydney
Man
Rockdale
Referendum Vote Government Will Brook No Intimidation
Sydney report notes the Attorney General stated the government will take action against any attempt to intimidate voters at polling booths. Preparations were made to meet contingencies after the State Labour Conference decision to collect signatures for the referendum and to uncover how individuals voted in secret ballots.
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Sydney
State Labour Conference
Father's Outburst Against Treason Sentence
The father of Lt. Baillie Plewart sentenced to five years' penalment for treason sent a letter to the protestant authorities. He denounced the brutal acts and claimed his son was framed, asserting outsiders supplied the illicit tools and photographs.
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London
Baillie Plewart
Dust
Maris Louise
Emir
West Indies players outline retaliation plan after London match
In London the West Indies cricket team discusses tactics with captain G C plied admitting limited knowledge of the question. Constantine, a fast bowler, is noted for man marking on the leg side and bowling wide of the leg stump, while Grimrhe and Martindale are cited as strong options if needed. Older players recall protests by English batsmen against bodyline bowling.
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London
G. C
Constantine
Closen
bin Lo Bow
Grimrhe
Martindale
West Indies
Togats
Japanese advances reshaping China coast and rail links
Reports say Japanese and Manchukuo forces pushed along multiple routes in northern China reaching Heifeng Kow and Leng Kow as Chin Want Co defenders retreat. A provisional city government is set up, Chinese officials flee, and pamphlets urge support for Manchukuo amid raids and railway repairs enabling armored trains.
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Chin Wan
North
Ern Mem
Mesanze
Peltahatho
Tovelat
Niyo
Heifeng
Kow
Leng Kow
Lulung
Funking
Japan
China
Great Wall
Take
Chinens
Chin Want Co
Jhas
Timove
Peiping
Tiabt Sip
Ching
De‘mane
Mr. Rooms
London
America
Americs
Trouble brewing over Chinese Eastern Railway dispute
An altered newspaper report claims Japanese forces in Manchuria plot to seize control of the Chinese Eastern Railway by damaging bridges towers and equipment at month’s end. It urges the Japanese government to refrain from such actions while noting officials seek to complicate Far East tensions.
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Moscow
Investio
Manchuria
Chinsee Eastern
Minnonnkus
Far East
Melbourne gun attack leaves Cyril Hasth guarded days
Police strengthened precautions after an attack on Cyril Hasth the favourite in an inwell GATE event. Officers watched Hasth as he slept and kept watch while he trained on the sports ground. Heath prepared for payment and awaited in the Stawell Court. Roy Thomas and Ray Temple were linked to a separate assault at Yarraford where 28 shot wounds were reported, and a man wounded by a blast near Rim yeaterday was taken before medical aid arrived.
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Melbourne
Cyril Hasth
Inwell Gate
Rmor
Meath
Heath
Winks
Stawell Court
Glen Innes
Roy Thomas
Aliin Ray Temple
Cecil OrHtare
Shoot
Haath
Yarraford
Wan
Ranoy
False Fire Alarm Leads to Arrest Near Dartinghret
Fragmentary report describes a false fire alarm incident on a Monday. An individual named Rack claimed to be passing by and heard the alarm release, leading to the arrest of a man in custody for causing the false alarm near Dartinghret.
Heath Wins The Gift in Calm Thoroughbred Race
A special tent stood around the course for Mesth's event as Heath waited outside. He finally ran in the second sensefinal and defeated St. McNell by three yards. George finished third, M. Thompson fourth, and Murphy Ned fifth. Betting showed McMeill at 1, Murphy at 10 to 1, with Thompsen and George also listed.
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Mesth
Heath
Heath Cat
St. McNell
Wid -W
George
M. Thompson
Murphy Ned
McMeill
Murphy
Thompsen
Order of Silver Wolf Awarded in May Movement
London Sunday report states Lord Baden Powell received the order of the Silver Wolf, a premier honor linked to the May Movement. The ceremony highlighted his leadership and the movement's aims as members cheered the recognition.
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London
Lord Baden Powell
Grand Orange Lodge NZ Breaks From Australasia Council
A conference of temperance activists within the Grand Orange Lodge of New Zealand decided to sever ties with the Grand Orange Council of Australasia. They argued New Zealand should have its own governing authority within the dominion framework.
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Wellington
N.Z
Grand Orange Lodge of
Grand Orange Council of
Australasia
New Zealand
Meif
Dominion
Pawern
Noted Actor Dead After Long Career at J.C. Willamism Co
Renowned stage and screen actor, longtime leader at the J.C. Willamism company, died after a lengthy career. Tributes flowed from colleagues and theaters highlighting his distinctive performances and influence on early 20th century drama.
Lost in storm Calcutta flight to Australia missing captain
A sailor named Robbiano departed Calcutta at 10 18 Friday night bound for Victoria Point in Australia. He was en route when heavy seas impeded travel over the weekend between Hengul and Burma. Victoria Point officials report no trace of his whereabouts and fear an accident may have occurred.
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Calcutta
Tuilan Myer
Robbiano
Australia
AOL
Bern Meen
Teaving Catcutte
Victoria Point
Moti
AkYab Ada
Tim
Hengul
Burma
Plane wreckage found near cyclone, Bengal coast
Wreckage of a plane possibly from Captain Flebblane's squadron is reported found along the coast of Bengal near Gand Wip Istana. The crash is believed to have occurred during a cyclone with the airman missing and efforts ongoing to locate him.
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Flebblane
Gand Wip Istana
Death of Australasian's Oldest Practitioner at Warrnambool
The death occurred in Warrnambool at a late age of 90. William Ardus, long regarded as Australia’s oldest practising something, had been ill for three months before passing. He was noted for his long career and influence in local affairs.
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Warrnamboo Kant’ Wight
Wiliam Ardus
Tiewaa
High Mass Pope at St Peters Before World
In Rome the Pope led a vast mass at St Peters during Holy Year ceremonies. About 60 000 attended including Herr Von Papen and Austrian Chancellor Herr Dollfus, with pilgrims from around the world. The Pope spoke to the crowd as about 200 000 knelt in Peter's Square.
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Rome
High Mann
St. Peters
Herr von Papen
Herr Dollfus
Peter's Square
Still Missing Lancaster Flight Patrols Seeks Clues
London reports a French aircraft began intensive search for Captain Lancaster. Mrs Keith Miller enabled repairs and provisions for the plane to stay with the machine if forced down in the desert, aiming to aid a rescue.
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London
Lancaster
Keith Miller
Neuron
Teancaster Promisd
England
Resonare
New Propellor Resumes Mission to Australia Delay
Cable from Wade Reida Ltd reports Bias Jean Batten traveling solo to Australia with a new propeller for her plane. The message suggests she will likely modify her flight plan and resume the voyage soon.
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Rydney
Hydney
Wade, Reida Ltd
Kar Schl
Jean Batten
Australia
Aviatrix Mickin feet of danger in midair crash
Mick still dons Mins Jean Batten injured after forced three miles from the LAF Aerodrome. Rouble developed and the aircraft crashed, badly damaging the machine. The aviatrix shows signs of physical strain and fatigue after the incident.
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Mick
Jean Batten
Laf
Sigan
Record Dividend at Queensland Race Steals Tote Spotlight
Queensland horse Great Aell wins the second division of the Tria Handicap at the Q.7.C. today. A dividend of 46 10s on the straight tote, with only one ticket for Dream Well that started at 90/3, sets a record.
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Aell
Q.7.c
Queensland
Dreae
Sydney Free From Crime Controversy On Charnt Sheet
A fragment notes Tieleeas Hams entered on the Charnt sheet and references the Contra Sylieg Baton amid Sydney crime coverage. The item implies a bureaucratic or clerical entry related to law enforcement notes in the city’s records.
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