Huge espionage gang busted in secret service raids
Twelve arrests were made by secret service agents targeting an espionage gang claimed to operate in two sections handling navy and military secrets. The Paris Daily Telegraph reports the group may have 40 agents across Europe with a nomadic headquarters moving capitals. Leader of the naval wing identified as Madam Stahl.
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Faris
Secret Service
Paris
Daily Telegraph
Europe
Nnt
Russia
Madam Stahl
No. 1
Costly revenge ends in murder and insurance row
London reports a Vienna affair where Michael Detenyi of Buda Peat hanged himself after seeking £800 for natural death and £10,000 for non natural death from an insurer. The insurer refused payment, Detenyi was tried for murder and hanged. His heirs later claimed the death was not natural and sued, while a linked payout of £20,000 was made to the murdered man’s heirs, completing Detenyi’s dramatic scheme.
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London
Vienna
The
Daily Express
Michael Dateny
Buda Peat
Teder
Inwren
Detenyt
Deteny
Fumurance Company
Tke ‘Wing
Detenyi
Violent Assault in Sydney Cemetery Ends in Hospital
William Johnnson, 64, of Bankville, robbed of £10 in Noskwood Cemetery Sydney, two men leapt him yesterday after 2 00 pm. He fought back, was struck, bound, and robbed. He reported the attack to Lidcombe police and was admitted to hospital with suspected rib fractures.
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Sydney
Twaten
Wianta
William Ihn
Johnwon
Brakineville
Noskwood
Jobnon
Wien Thrunt
Johnson
Timis
Johnie
New District Court Judge drafts steady gold price
The article notes a new district court judge and reports on gold price activity. Prices show small changes with the dollar near 24.80 cents per unit. The piece mentions an acting judge and shifts in market values, including Malta and related items.
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Rydney
Joan Ramos
Nieid
Wren Dan Malta
New Vaccine Discovery Claim in New York
Infantile Paralysis Commission of the Long Inland College of Medicine announced a new immunisation vaccine developed by Dr. Kramer that showed 3 of 4 animal tests successful. The non toxic vaccine combines the infantile virus with convalescent serum and aims to prevent paralytic diphtheria in humans, though much work remains before general use.
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New York
Long Inland College of Medicine
Kramer
Car Wrecked as Loco Crash at Canberra Station
A locomotive struck a car during shunting at Canberra station near the Causeway yesterday afternoon. Driver Charlie Major suffered severe chest lacerations, probable fracture, head injuries, and concussion. he was taken by ambulance and his condition is described as serious.
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Canberra
Chariie Major
Chicago keeps trade with Australia continues
Fragments report Chicago plans to send meat, birds, and reptiles to Australia. It notes Australian buyers will be sought next March, as duties and hours are to be arranged and a Chicago firm leads the trade effort.
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Australia
Chicago
General O'Duffy released on habeas corpus in Dublin
General O'Duffy and Captain Sullivan were freed after a habeas corpus ruling. Crowds cheered as they left custody, and authorities warned of possible re-arrests for alleged illegal association. Justice O'Byrne ordered release, noting no solid basis for illegal organization claims.
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Dublin
O'Duffy
Capitain Bulliven
Blue
O'Dumfy
Sullivan
Pollen
Murray
Costello
Army
Ilegal
National Guard
Young Ireyland Association
Justice O'Byrne
O'Dully
Ireland
Prema
L O'Dunny
Eure
Mni
General O'Dutty
Cronin Charged in Dublin Riot Case at Tribunal
Commandant Cronin appeared before a military tribunal in Dublin today charged with uttering seditious words alleging police planted ammunition at the Young Ireland Party headquarters during the November 30 raids. He is also charged as a member of the Young Ireland Party and the National Guard.
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Dublin
Cronin
Young Ireland Party
Alog
National Guard
Explosion at Bowral butter factory injures staff and escapes
A butter testing machine exploded at a Berrima District factory in Bowral on Friday causing extensive damage. The manager Hurgin and a girl escaped unharmed, but glass shattered and debris flew through the room as workers fled. An adjoining office worker described narrowly missing injury as the blast rumbled through the building.
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Bowral
Berrima
Jie J
Wurrow
Ermenrloni
H.urgin
Hoy Feon
Leu
Tipiat
Ofee
Lero" Pesca
Leon
Henry Dickens Dies After Cycle Accident
A distorted obituary note reports the death of Henry Dickens, son of Charles Dickens, following a bicycle accident. The fragment mentions a legal career and years of age, with garbled phrasing about past roles and titles.
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Charles Dickens
Campion
Ieee Ie Pens
Wheat duties spark protests as talks begin in Shanghai
Foreign reports say protests against new wheat and flour duties may succeed. Miller contracts before December 4 receive equitable treatment. Finance Minister Dr Ung to meet millers in Shanghai tomorrow. Government delays increases from December 18 but may grant concessions after talks. Large orders tied to as much as 800000 dollars in value and about 75000 tons, with uncertain Australia share.
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Mil
Austalia
Roosevelt ratifies London Silver Pact sets 644c per ounce
President Roosevelt formally ratified the London Silver Agreement and ordered the government to purchase silver at 644 cents per ounce, about 19 cents above the current market, with the action surprising foreign exchange circles.
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Washington
Roosevelt
Xmas Holidays Publishing Notice From The Canberra Times
The Canberra Times will publish on Christmas morning but there will be no edition issued on Boxing Day.
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Canberra Times
Market shift foreseen on silver price under treaty terms
The report notes that an immediate market response is likely at strong prices but stability hinges on presidential authorisation. It cites 24,000,000 ounces to be purchased annually at a figure set by the President and ratified after India's acceptance. Advocates celebrate, predicting exports to Orient and other regions will rise and silver prices may stabilize worldwide at 64 cents pending further action.
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Tt, la
Tt A
Roosevelt
India
Orient
Samad
Asatralia
Mexico
Peru
Pittman
British windfall from death duties noted in period
A summary of the British death duties windfall reports a total of £44,630,000 with £10,548,006 attributed to the corresponding period. The figures indicate a substantial fiscal gain from death duties, reflecting estate tax receipts during the period.
Germany British Efforts to Secure Pact Questioned
London reports detail German Chancellor Hitler declares a potential nonaggression framework with neighbours as Britain seeks clarity. Sir John Simon notes vigorous diplomatic work across capitals since Germany’s withdrawal and confirms openness to international arms inspections amid the Disarmament Conference resumption.
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London
Germany
League of Nationa
Herr Hitler
John Simon
House of Commons
Hitler
Nsighbonrs
Bir
Jobo Simon
Britain
John Biron
League of Nations
London Melbourne Centenary Air Race Hangs By Thread
Aviator J Mollison stated the London Melbourne centenary air race progress is premature. He could not confirm details of his aircraft or whether Amy would accompany him as co pilot or fly solo. The decision hinges on his physical condition at the time.
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London
J. Mollison
Melbourne
Dutch plane breaks Ulm's record in Calcutta
A Dutch aviator, G. Z. F. Ulm of Teheure BF minutes, is said to have set a record for the Austraian aviat in a route from Amsterdam to Calcutta. The Dutchman aims to reach Ruthevia tomorrow morning after taking off seven hours earlier.
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ULM
Calcutta
G. Z. F. Ulm
Amsterdam
Rutevia
Christmas Wishes From the Governor General Isaacs
Through the courtesy of the Press my wife and I desire to offer the people of Australia our sincere wishes for a happy Christmas and all prosperity in the New Year. Isaac A. Isaacs, Governor-General.
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People of
Australia
Isaac A. Isaacs
Prime Minister Lyons Extends Christmas And New Year Wishes
The Prime Minister Mr Lyons extends hearty wishes for a Happy Christmas and a prosperous New Year to Australians. He notes real and substantial yearly progress, tax reductions aiding industry, and many unemployed finding work again, reflecting pride in sacrifices made during a low mood year.
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Australia
Mutton Export Restrictions Lifted Under Ottawa Agreement
The United Kingdom will lift import restrictions on mutton under the Ottawa Agreement on December 31. The report lists Australia’s 1933 quota for mutton and chilled beef by state, notes prior reductions in beef imports, and explains adjustments due to commercial changes and shipping adaptations to enable Australia to export chilled meat to London more efficiently.
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United Kingdom
Australia
New South Wales
Victoria
Queensland
West Australia
Tasmania
Siztes Tha
Ottawa
London
Campas
Raveelmo
Vandalism feared as library site proposal sparks debate
MP Arthur Blakeley warns against placing the National Library next to Parliament House arguing the planned 300 foot long building would ruin the area’s beauty and set a precedent of architectural atrocity. He urges an advisory committee to oversee capital development and protect national landmarks.
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Arthur. Blakeley
M P
Commonwealth
National Library
Parliament House
Auchor Tyla
Ijn
Washington
Perliament House
Perliaiment House
Collision at Sea Tragedy Claims Seven Castor Sinks
In the North Sea at midnight the Swedish steamer Castor of 650 tons sank after colliding with the Hull trawler Kurd. A stewardess and six crew members asleep were drowned. The captain and six others were rescued by the Kurd and brought to Hull. The Castor quickly sank as rescue proved difficult in icy seas.
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Castor
Spurn Head
North Sea
Sod
Hull
Ithen
Ouwevar
Baal
Fairfax training New Sussex bowler Jack Nye
London report notes Alan Fairfax training 18 year old Jack Nye at his indoor cricket school. Nye is described as very fast, nearly as quick as Les Wood, with two feet two inches in height and claimed strength. Details about accuracy remain unconfirmed.
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London
Alan Fairfex
Rusnex
Jack Nye
Jack Mye
Victoria
New ‘Wales
Fairfax Ie
Nyo
Larewood
Blanket Code Renewed for Four Months
President Roosevelt announced a renewal of the blanket code for four months after January, extending coverage and enforcing labor standards across industries. The move aims to stabilize wartime production and protect workers while Congressional action awaits.
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Wainington
Prwident
Roosevelt
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