Idle coal pits threaten NSW three day stoppage
All pits in New South Wales will idle today as miners halt work to protest a new agreement with owners. About 75 pits and 12,000 workers are affected. A compulsory conference called by Justice Cantor of the State Industrial Commission is underway in Sydney with slim hopes of success. The Federal Council of the Miners Federation meets Tuesday to review the conference report, with lodge meetings planning possible longer stoppages and food supplies arranged for affected families.
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Justice Cantor
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Canberra protest flares over Unlawful Assembling Ordinance
Public interest grows as Canberra faces moves to repeal or amend the Unlawful Assembling Ordinance. Advisory Council to consider three related motions while a large protest at Albert Hall is planned with trades and labour groups backing widespread participation. The ALP meeting near Parliament House attracts widespread attention amid calls for urgent measures and possible government withdrawal.
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Advisory’ Council
Shellespeare
Advisory Council
Albert Hall
Canberra
Trades and Labour Council
ALP
Parliament House
Alberta Hall
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Fire destroys Australian Soaps Ltd plant in Alexandria
A massive blaze damaged the Australian Soaps Ltd factory in Alexandria injuring several firefighters but no one killed. The five acre site with soap and tallow losses was engulfed as foam and powder fought the flames. About 300 workers faced idle time while authorities prepared for Parliament’s near-term agenda and Empire Conference discussions.
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Australian Soaps Ltd
Alexandria
Eas
Bremen
Richardson
A. J. Harrison
Lompany
Royal South Sydney Hospital
Prentice
Marrickville
C. Chad[fwick
North Sydney
Briganle
C. Gilmare
Newterwn
Canberra
Rone Bay
Hydney
Casey
Japan Presses War Drive as China Battles in Tientsin
British dispatches report Japanese bombardment of the Tientsin concession district and street fighting as Japan presses punitive action against China. A Japanese comm unique cites aims to end by night with settlement depending on Chinese troop movements. Reports note Chinese casualties, refugees, looting, and strained relations with foreign wards while Tokyo claims progress against Chinese forces and trains.
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London
Tientan
Th Ie
China
Tientsin
Wherm
Nanaraen
M. Charles le Plasier
Tokyo
Paochingtuailway
Hankaw-Peiping
Tientein-Pokow
Japanesn War Office
Wool Store Fire Ruins Bourke Street Sheep Exhibit
Fire at Goldsbrough Mort and Company Bourke Street store destroys prize stud sheep entered for the show and harms adjacent Shell Company premises. Fire brigades rook 80 foot ladders, flames seen citywide as police barred entry to rescue efforts. Most New South Wales sheep saved.
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Melbourne
Goldsbrough Mort and Company
Bourke Street
New South Wales
Bhell Company
Japan's Aims Conquest Plans in Pacific Warned by China
The Chinese Ambassador at Paris warns that Chi tining on conversations with Nine Power Treaty signatories aims to confirm views on South China and the Dutch East Indies amid Pacific tensions.
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Paris
Koo
Chi
South China
Dutch East Indies
Cordial Letter From Chamberlain to Mussolini Reported
A cordial message from Mussolini delivered by Count Grand prompted British Prime Minister Chamberlain to send a personal letter to the Duce. Rome reports the exchange revived hopes for a British Italian rapprochement and reaffirmed Anglo Italian Gentlemen's Agreement principles.
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Signor
Mussolini
Count Grand
Chamberlain
CIA
Signor Duuwolin
Iden
Chamberlin
Britain
Tin Terraoan
Feueln
Pensions Scheme Extends in Britain
The British government outlines a voluntary pensions plan benefiting about two million people. It targets small traders, farmers, clergy, and artisans outside the current scheme with incomes up to £400 for men or £260 for women annually.
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London
America's Cup Defender Clinches Easy Victory
British yacht Endeavour outsailed the American defender Taner as 50,000 spectators watched the New York race. Endeavour led by about minutes 3 as the challenger to the Cup secured a record margin.
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Aitena
Taner
Britiah
Endeavour
Earl Baldwin III: Monday Dimpateh Findings Report
A fragment notes Karl Baldwin's nervous trouble and arthritis, not confined to his name. The text cites medical wording and indicates ongoing health concerns affecting him.
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A Landon
Karl Baldiin
Warning of Naval Race Spurs Britain Alert
Admiral Sir Herbert Richmond, master of Downing College Cambridge, warned that if other nations build bigger ships Britain would be compelled to follow suit, signaling a rising naval race and Britain’s reactive arms buildup.
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London
Herbert Richmond
Downing College, Cambridge
Britain
Government plan to check alien migration moves forward
Australia contemplated stricter controls on alien movement with three main proposals. All aliens to report to state authorities, periodic reporting to police, and immediate notification of address changes. Cabinet discussions weigh whether to adopt the plan after further debate.
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Bate Police
Comes
German Franco Treaty Text Published in Reich Gazette
Berlin reports the Reich Gazette publishes the treaty between Germany and General Franco promising most favored nation status for mutual trade. The pact covers cultural and industrial products and shipping.
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Franco
Berlin
Bunday
Reich Gazette
Ceramy
Ral
Australian women cricketers head home after tour
The Australian women cricketers departed for home yesterday marking the end of their international tour. Several players expressed gratitude for the experience and teamwork shown during the series.
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London
Utt
Bathers Defy Beach Regulations Across Met Beaches
Bathers on metropolitan beaches ignore minister Spooner’s outfit rules. At Bond Beach many men wore only trunks or had costumes rolled down to the waist, signaling widespread defiance of the regulations.
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Rydney
Spooner
Bond
Prime Minister Explains Fleet Air Arm Control Shift
In the House, the Prime Minister outlined a planned reorganization of Fleet Air Arm control. The Admiralty would oversee carrier based aircraft while Mars cooperation would continue in a separate arrangement, with details about leadership and sequence noted.
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London
Intr. Wain
House of Commons
Astral
Mars
Abe
Queanbeyan Triumphs Over Goulburn 19 5 in Massy Cup
Queanbeyan easily defeated Goulburn 19 to 5 in the PP meet for the Massy Cup. About 450 spectators traveled from Goulburn by special train. gate takings reached £92. Queanbeyan dominated all phases with a fast passing rush and strong defense, while Goulburn failed to support their forwards adequately.
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Goulburn
Akegirre Pry
Eyan
Ube
N ‘Alagiag
Quinanbeyan
R. Rowley
L. Day
Burera
XK. Geoghan
A. Gray
Goulburn Berks
J. Norvon
A. Teifitna
Ja, Day
J. Rowley
In Lion's Den Former Rector Dies in Lion Attack Inquest
An inquest into the death of Marold Davidson former rector of HalfKey concluded with a verdict of death by a lion attack inside a cage. Witnesses including Amnusement Pack expert and Davidson’s manager Norman Wallace testified about the events as a lioness named Freddie mauled him during a cage entry.
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London
Marold Davidson
HalfTkey
Skegneas
Freddie
Norman Wallace
Davidson
William Tins
Skegness
lDuvidesn
Somers
Derianon Roi & Corne
Trade crisis and Japan's tight government control
The report notes Japan's government tightens control over commerce and industry amid a trade crisis. It cites the Ministry of Finance and possible impacts on markets and economic policy.
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Japan
Ministry of Finance
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