Four Pages Factory Fire in Sydney Substation
A Sunday blaze at a Paddington paint and turpentine works near an electric light sub-station destroyed much of the building. Fire brigades battled flames as an iron roof collapsed. Estimated damage exceeded £3,000 with residents briefly evacuated. Power was restored within an hour and no serious injuries reported.
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Sydney
Cecil Brrent
Paddington
Ramon Surnt
Taylorn Maiu
Wi Ile
Anglo French Pact Hinted With Air Defence Talks
A London report says English and French ministers prepared a convention extending the Locarno pact to air defence. Cabinet meetings in progress discussed cancelling Versailles military clauses and possible joint disarmament steps while plans for an air accord were outlined.
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London
England
France
Germany
Rhine
M. Layali
Monuier Masuigl
Langue of Nations
Quai
d'Orsay
Arthur Henderson
League of Nations
Prezent
Psiicerea
Lloyd George Potential Entry to London Report
A political writer in The Observer discusses how Lloyd George might join a British government formation. The piece notes barriers and suggests ministers across Conservative, National, and Liberal groups favored including him. It also mentions possible shifts involving Ramsay MacDonald and Baldwin and the foreign secretary role.
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London
Phe Obuar
Rameau MacDonald
Baldwin
Pammay MacDonald
W A Petition London Powerless to Intervene
The Attorney General said the Commonwealth objected to the Western Australian authorities action under section 138 of the Constitution. He stated amendments must be made by legislation or referendum, and the Commonwealth claimed the correct procedure was for the petition to be delivered to the Commonwealth Parliament, not to the British Parliament.
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A. G. Mennies
Commonwealth
Australia
Merullex
End of Gold Find Famine Prompts Family Talk
Local tale outlines a penniless clan awaiting reward for gold found later revealed as windfall. Madame Dios expects £0000 for information leading to recovery of gold dropped from the air, while Dion family faces hardship with unemployment and bread, potatoes, and herrings as their meals.
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Wade Ume
Monnteue Dion
Amendments motion leads in committee hearing
Fragmentary notes from Delhi Saturday show a motion for transformation of the joint committee. The Viceroy is urged to proceed with the bill as amendments are discussed and the reference to diplomatic matters is noted.
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Juint Committee
Convention to Armaments Pact Drafted
A tentative agreement outlines limits on armaments and replaces military plans from previous treaties. Germany Belgium and Italy are set to subscribe, signaling progress toward a comprehensive arms control framework.
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Patis
Wraten
Prat
Germany
Belgium
Ead Taly
Gold Clause USA Awaits Court Ruling Delay Increases Doubts
The article reports on pending U.S. court decision regarding gold clause disputes as delays raise concerns over the outcome. It outlines the key parties involved, the legal stakes, and potential impacts on bond contracts and financial markets.
Government Ready to Rush Legislation In Washington
Sunday dispatch reports the Supreme Court delaying opinions on gold clause rulings. Chief Justice Hughes said the nine justices were not yet ready to render, considering potential legal outcomes and the administration’s push to counter inflation. The government prepared swift measures to secure exchanges and curb immediate economic effects if the ruling is adverse.
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Washington
United States Supreme Court
Charles Hughes
Supreme Court
Bat
Traffic crash blocks Liverpool street after car hits pole
In darkness a car tried to dodge eight cyclists and struck a telegraph pole, bringing down live wires. Four occupants escaped serious harm, with minor cuts reported. Nearby a separate incident saw a lorry overturn, trapping a woman with fractured collar bone and internal injuries before rescue.
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Sydney
J. Cobcroft
Bummer Mill
Bilas Joyce Hunter
Ro Mullen
Peter, Ahamn
W. Campion
Liverpool Ambulance
Armed hold up at garage loots till in Sydney
An early morning raid on a garage in Darlington Sydney led to three men entering the premises and threatening the attendant with a revolver. They emptied the till gaining nearly 110 pounds and fled. Police later charged one man with related offenses as detectives pursued further clues.
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Sydney
Redfern
Darlington
New Zealand
Cuechowoyalila Amt
Ship Rescue From Pirates Hands 70 Children Safe
A British steamer Teng Chow with 70 children aboard was attacked by Chinese pirates near Bhan Island near the Yangtse estuary. The ship was looted, its funnel repainted and renamed Tao Maru, one Russian guard killed and an engineer wounded. Pirates released the vessel after planes from Hermes forced them to abandon. Children were calm and cheerful ashore, while pirates kept to oranges and toys.
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Hong Kong
Teng Chow
Wessel
HMB
Hua
Tihorovoff
Rureian Guards
K. MacDonald
Tung Chow
Bhanwel Bhan
Yangtsi River
Juni
Harman
Chilang Point
Chow
Hermes
Ming K. Macnair
Davis Cup Draw Sets Australia to Meet New Zealand
Australia drawn to face New Zealand in the Bret round of the Davis Cup with byes for South Africa and Czechoslovakia in a ceremony at the Council Chamber attended by diplomats. The lower half includes New Zealand Australia France Germany and China in the American Zone while officials note players often act as ambassadors through their tours.
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Australia
New Zealand
Abin
France
South Africa
Cuochofovakia
Yugoslavia
Japan
Folland
Australie
Germany
China
Indie
Namel Hoare
Cup Steelt
Council Chamber
Ladle Oroe
R. ‘Yourale
Ted Anetta
Giv Gamuel
Aaaeraite
Aald
Paliticians
Tegunning Auutetes
Tanols
French deputy denied landing at Dover
French deputy denied landing at Dover after being detained by guards. Private flyers beat a, mail by day and Nate Inngilnh Byd Pari Setaniey me hin morning the Albus ail uniet deputy. detained under guard until nour after the all mall tur beating we rent to Sydney by a day and a belt.
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Setaniey
Albus
Darwin
Ruard
Sydney
Opposition to German Minister Speech in Capetown
A Cape Times report critiques the German minister plenipotentiary's remarks during credentials pre vote. It notes the term nationale used to imply German allegiance in South West Africa, urging qualification and condemning the implied aim of German loyalty, with the Premier signaling regret through a letter to the press.
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Capetown
Batt
Cinuseer
Somanaate
South-West Africa
Cape Times
Nationale
Germany
South
Africa
Presa
ANZAC Commemoration Stamp Approved by Postmaster General
The Postal Department adopts its own design for the ANZAC Commemoration stamp after many suggestions. The approved stamp, designed by the department, has the backing of returned soldier organizations.
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Postrester
A. J. McLaonisn
Excellency Title Noted in Ministerial Protest
A fragmented report notes objections to the use of the term Excellency by a ministerial figure. The clash centers on a sarcastic reference during a ceremonial or formal exchange. The protest highlights tensions over respectful address and protocol.
Black Magic Graves Desecrated in Calcutta Case
British bones used for wizardry in a disturbing incident at Binghbham graves. Graves of H. Fordham and J. Sharpley, both accident victims, were desecrated with remains and ashes employed in rites. The report notes use to transform people into animals and to aid criminal acts, with a ritual ending in a deep dive.
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Calcutta
Binghbham
H. Fordham
Sharpley
Cody
Fire Sweeps Flat in Ryonet. valuables lost in blaze
A Sunday fire ripped through a flat in Ryonet causing extensive damage to a roomful of furs and clothing. Fire crews extinguished the blaze after chemical and water methods. investigations suggest an arson attempt by a man who fled, leaving a scene with burned contents.
New French Submarine Launched at Stare
A new French submarine was launched on Saturday at Stare with ceremony and officials in attendance.
Petition on Draft Form Signals Limited Action Likely
Cabinet May Havelt draft report questioned on Saturday regarding Prime Minister Mr Lasuts. A committee compiled the report and limited recommendations against agitation. Attorny General Mensien comments suggest little action in coming months. report may be only a preliminary survey.
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Lasuts
Uatia
Saad
Mensien
Embargo on Stud Sheep Kept with Corriedales Exempt
Cabinet on Saturday decided the embargo on stud sheep exports and issued a policy ensuring Corriedales and Polworths may be exported under certain permits. If Australia refused Corrimales requests New Zealand would secure the order, potentially lowering Australian exports without compensation while scientific and industrial research urged continued prohibition for wool breeds.
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Corriedales
New Zealand
French Banks to Rescue Citroen Unit
French banks agreed to rescue Citroen with a 1 percent stake purchase as the carmaker faced financial strain. The move aims to stabilize Citroen's cash flow and support ongoing production amid uncertainty in the European auto market.
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Londay
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Teaving
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John Bison
Wa Aball
M. Flan
Mikaiy Aalal
Biritlal
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Laval
Flandin
Lloyd George
W.A. Petition
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Dover
Nate
Berlin
Roosevelt
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