Britain May Extend Dominion Wheat Concession And 12 Percent Preference
Ottawa reports Britain may raise dominion preference to 20 percent on Russian lumber and offer about 12 percent on wheat. Officials say talks ongoing and no official decision yet. The possible reorientation aims to revive Canada’s distressed industries and expand imperial trade, with detailed quotas and monetary considerations under review by Dominion ministers.
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Ottawa
Britain
Canada
Dominions
German Terrorism Outbreaks Prompted Death Penalty Talk
Berlin reports outline acts of terrorism in Munich and elsewhere. Proposals aim to empower courts to impose the death penalty for instigating violence and possession of weapons, while measures await promulgation in hopes the terror wave subsides.
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Berlin
Munich
Err von Papen
Iin En Yala
Thor
Reef Work Strike Aydney Reports Unpaid Relief Labor
Workers on relief duties at Raedwick halted activity citing unpaid award rates. Ten others remained at work under Labour and Industry guidance. The majority planned to leave and return only after wages were settled, signaling a strike over pay.
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Aydney
Raedwick
Dominion fruit proposals aim to calm foreign markets
Dominions fruit advisers urged a 9 month export window from March to June to give foreign buyers ample time to assess fruit condition, while preventing overload of Britain’s market. They also proposed similar measures for other fruit like pears and apples to aid wartime trade and improve handling and warehousing.
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Dominion
Dominiona
Unclear plea for large deputation on new states plan
Fragmentary report from New States meeting in which Mr G Wilson urges the United Country Party Movement to organize a large deputation to the Prime Minister and Lyonm to hold a funeral convention addressing the question of new states as urged by the majority Royal Commission on the constitutional question.
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Yin Ofielat
Fine Sane
Khem
Britain
Phe
United Btuton Lexation
Ottawa
American Radio Commission
Bully
Australian Federstion of Broadcasting Nations
Washington
Dutty
Empire
Duinen
Nlenetle
South Africa
Bir
Australii
Empire Marketing Board
Mydney
G. Wilson
Bibbo
United Country Party
Wilson
Brooch Found Under Theatre Seat In Sydney
Sydney police report a platinum brooch found under a theatre seat. A Sydney woman identified as Whowelty discovered the item upon returning to the theatre amid a night’s bustle. The discovery occurred during the theatre’s evening performance, prompting careful search and protest by staff.
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Sydney
No Change in London Exchange Rate Declared
The Commonwealth Bank Board in Melbourne announced no alteration to the London exchange rate this week. Sir Robert Ibson, chairman, said the board considered the matter fully and found no justification for change. Stability supports normal London money demand and was maintained since last November.
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Melbourne
London
Commonwealth Bank Board
Robert Ibaon
Australia
Commonweath Bank
Starling
Rome
Police Kill Two Constables on Sydney Harbour Bridge
An early morning pursuit on the Sydney Harbour Bridge ended with two constables dead after a speeding car breached train regulations and struck them. Constables J Bush of Belmore and W McCunn of Waverley were fatally injured while attempting to stop the vehicle. Constable Pike, nearby, notified an ambulance that conveyed the injured to hospital where both died. The driver was later found in Randwick with associates detained for questioning.
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Sydney
Sydney Harbour Bridge
J. . Bush
Emrarer
Pike
Randwick
Conviction Linked to Cairns Riots Faces Trial
John McCormack committed for trial at Cairns Jollee Court on charges of throwing an explosive with intent to harm and grievous bodily harm during the Cairns riots on July 47. Constable Duncan related McCormack’s statements about the riots and a separate injury charge against James Hill. Further sugar industry talks signal possible greater concessions before resolution.
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Browbane
John McCormack
Te Cairns Jollee Court
Cujens
Duncan
Melbourne
McCormick
Keune Ax
London
Tiyons
James Hill
Angry Dail Debate on Emergency Fund Allocation
MPs clash over a 5 pound emergency fund amid accusations of lack of mandate and misused resources. De Valera and Glythe figures dominate the exchange as party lines harden and the house adjourns without a decision.
Possible Land Speed Attempt at Lake George
Mr F H Stewart M P said there was a possibility Norman Wizard Smith would attempt the land speed record in the F H Stewart Enterprise at Lake George near Canberra. Stewart ald fie tail boon said a straight hard level track could be rolled on the dry lake surface. Smith noted he would be prepared to consider making the attempt and would inform the people about the preparation of the track and other incidentals.
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Sydney
F. H. Stewart
Norman
Lake George Relief Grant Debate Aims At Federal Aid
A deputation from the Collector Progress Association urged an unemployment relief grant for Lake George area projects. They argued a proposed highway and rail related works would create essential employment. Mr Stewart acknowledged the national importance but warned the project faced funding and water interference concerns.
British Attitude to Arbitration in Dublin Speech
London reports quote Attorney-General Thomas Islip declaring arbitration remains open and ongoing. He argues a bill to achieve finality is futile, predicting reconciliation will come only after long wrath and suffering as Irish differences are settled.
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London
Thomas Islip
de Valera
Death by own action under a loan pact in curious trial
An obscure 19th century case describes a man named Momart or Morant who took a £11000 loan secured by a life insurance policy and promised immediate cash through a friend. After living beyond two years he faced criminal charges linked to alleged incitement and deceit. his friend received a lengthy sentence.
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Vardinande Mowart
Momart
Moenclee
Clothing costs at Sydney inquiry linger over shirt prices
Evidence heard on Friday shows Stephyn Welle mont mentioning costs for shirts in Sydney with 8/8 price and 1/6 paid in 1429. Officials discuss cotton market duties since 1939 and material waste, noting a goot amount of whimplax used in shirt manufacture. The inquiry adjourned until Monday.
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Sydney
Bane
Stephyn Wellemont
K. Hughes
Grace Brow
Byddoy
Australia
Robbins
Disastrous Fire Destroys Chicago Docks In Massive Loss
A large blaze swept through more than two docks at Spildings near Chicago's southwest industrial area causing damage estimated above 6 million dollars. The One Parking Go u plant was nearly destroyed with a loss around 5.9 million. Two men and six operators were injured. Three thousand people, forty others, and one hundred vehicles were burned.
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Chicago
Legacy of £10,000 Migrant Fortune Reported
An Auckland report details Alexander Leonard Larg receiving news of a £10,000 legacy tied to a relative's death and related conduct of financial affairs. Mentions arrival in Australia in 1918 and subsequent contracts and relocations across South Australia and Victoria as part of moving projects and building work.
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Auckland
Alenander Leonard Larg
Newa
Dawth
Par Lownaraniy
Corlvute
Knaband
Jang
Australie
Ware Tinemor
Australia
TJ. Richards
Bans
Victoria
Maaland
Interest rate cut to 43 per cent for rural credits
Melbourne Friday Bank Board chairman Robert Glieua announced a further reduction in interest rates for advances under the Rural Credits Department. The rate drops to 40 per cent, effective from July, with loan terms and government loans outlined and the board noting flexibility to prepay with six months notice.
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Melbourne
Robert Glieua
The
Commonwealth
Hank Howrd
Hupal Credity Department
Cre- Alia
Indy
Ainyme
NO SUBSIDY State Attitude to Coal Freight at Lithgow
Premier Alf Bleyens said no government would grant subsidies to the Railway Department to reduce freight. He warned if freight rose unintentionally it would be reduced but without subsidies. The Tremine told a deputation that even if the mine closed, authority would retire from the district. He would consider continuing work if the mine remained viable. The mine was inspected and four and a half miles of tunnels examined underground.
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Sydney
Lithgow
Alf
Bleyens
Railway Department
Robb
Aerama
Eal
Pho Tener
Ara
Diabolical Plot Aboard Wellington Steamer Unearthed
On the steamer Tem undergoing overhaul at Mbddleton Captain Anderson found a large cigarette stuffed with explosives by a sleeper. An attempted device aimed to rescue the sprimg and explode the charge failed due to inaccurate wet conditions, preventing the loss of life.
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Wellington
Mbddleton
Cantain Anderson
Runaway Trucks Rescue After Steep Grade Escape
Wellington reports a dramatic incident as runaway trucks thundered down a grade from a railway line. The train derailed after racing several miles, with crews executing a valiant stop attempt. Only minor injuries reported despite a dramatic escape by those aboard.
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Wellington
Guns bark on Gran Chaco front
The La Nacion reports from Buenos Aires that Colonel Penn, division commander, states heavy artillery bombardment has begun in the Pilcamayo sector of El Gran Chaco. The dispatch notes early action as the front moves toward combat in the region.
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Buenos Aires
la Nacion
Telegraph Today
Col. Penn
Pilcamayo
el Gran Chaco
Hopes of Settlement Reported by British Envoys
British diplomats in La Paz and Asuncion informed Bolivia and Paraguay of Britain’s backing for the League of Nations appeal. Messages from the two governments signal public enthusiasm and a time to seek further peace measures to resolve the Mapute conflict.
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London
Thoreau
la Past
Asuncion
Britain
League of Nations
Leanne
Moar Aurea
Mapute
Former Associate’s Evidence in Lancaster Trial
Testimony reveals Keith Miller suggested ending Clarke’s life as plan to halt marriage. Details describe discussions of al leged threats by Hustell and other associates, with Clarke’s consent to postpone wedding and Lancaster’s concern over destitution. Court heard claims of conspiracy and murder plot connected to personal ties and divorce plans.
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Miami
Florida
Lancaster
Keith Miller
Clarke
Auickie
Farang
Tat Bull
Lous
Maden
Atake
Bil
Mrr
J. Tr. Huncell
San Angelo
Haden
Len
Lang Prophecy on Labour Victory Sparks Debate
A garbled report suggests Mr Lang was linked to a prophecy about a Labour victory at the federal level before Parliament ends. The excerpt alleges Mr Lang claimed Labour would win, with his comment later quoted as having nothing to say. The text is incomplete and difficult to confirm.
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Stoney
Gander
Writ for £1000 damages in supreme court case
On behalf of John Thomas Barver known as Hateey of Randyiee a writ was issued in the Supreme Court claiming £1000 damages from an item published by Anite Weekly. The writ arose from an article in the weekly. The matter was not extended today.
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John Thomas Barver
Tee Hateey
Randyiee
Supreme Court Today
Anite
Willa Cyrih Atoxiay
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