Tragic Death of King Albert of Belgium
King Albert I of Belgium died in a climbing accident near Samus. His body was brought to Brussels where officials and the Queen were informed. Crown Prince Leopold and Princess Astrid were in Switzerland. Cabinet met to address the calamity as the nation mourns.
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King Albert
Belgium
Brussels
Albert I
Samus
Aieeonon
Count de Broqueville
Miainwe Rece
Ed An
Hagpersi
Leopold
Astrid
Switzerland
Wad Se
Albert
National Congress
Narsau
Leopold of
Baxe-Coburg
Charlotte of
England
Hison
Leopold I
Prince Albert
Munich
Elizabeth
Charles Theodore
Bavaria
Duke of
Brabant
Charles
Count of
Flanders
Marie Jose
Hingland
America
Africa
Belgian Congo
Louvain
Antwerp
la Paris
Elgian
Brtat
Champagna
Beltane
Newfoundland embraces Commission Rule to govern the island
A government by commission is inaugurated in Newfoundland, with the new system taking effect Saturday under the local authorities. The move signals a major shift in provincial governance for Newfoundland and Labrador.
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BT. Johns
Newfoundland
Frioy
New King Leopold II Emerges in Belgium
The news notes Leopold II ascends as king of Belgium succeeding his father. The article references him as Duke and his accession marks a transition in the Belgian crown and national leadership.
Belgiums King Albert the third king in a long line
A fragmented historical account outlines Belgiums monarchy from Leopold I through King Albert. It notes the 1820 constitutional decision, Leopold I succession, Albert's marriage, children, travels, and Congo interest, plus his wartime leadership and postwar popularity influencing politics and colonial dialogues.
Heroic King Albert Rise in Dark War Days
A fragmentary notice recounts Albert son of Philip, Count Be Piacelars, as a hero during wartime. It hints at his rise to a title and role in succession marked by danger and duty, though the text is damaged and partially unreadable.
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Philip
Piacelars
Ktve
Albert Becums
Eden Visit To Paris Aims At Broad Disarmament Pact
Capt Anthony Eden, British Under-Secretary for Foreign Affairs, met Prime Minister Doumergue and cabinet ministers in Paris to discuss the British memorandum and the prospects for a 40 nation disarmament pact. Barthou called the talks useful and indispensable, but unofficial opinion warns Eden may chase a wild goose unless he secures concurring support from Germany.
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Paris
Anthony Eden
MC Doumergue
Barthou
Eden
Austria Prepares New Constitution Amid Socialist Holdouts
Report describes guerilla actions in Vienna as Social Democrats flee to Czecho Slovakia. Dolfuss proclaims a forthcoming constitution to limit provincial powers. Foreign Office notes united Western stance to preserve Austria’s independence. martial law considered in most provinces with executions and court actions cited.
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London
Vienna
Social Democrats
Drs. Deutsch
Bauer
Czecho-Slovakia
Austria
First Trans Tasman Air Mail Hop Completes in 11 Hours
Mr C T P Ulm completed the first trans Tasman air mail from New Zealand to Australia in 11 hours 10 minutes carrying two mail bags of 60 000 letters. Jane Faith left Muriwai Beach near Auckland at 5 17 am NZT and landed Mascot at 6 7 pm Sydney time. A Sydney mailman collected the mails about an hour later at the GPO.
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Sydney
New Zealand
Jane Faith
Aura
Muriwai Beach
Auckland
Mascot
Cootamundra Hosts Air Mail Tender Support for Butler
A crowded Cootamundra Town Hall applauded aviator Arthur Butler as locals cheered his air mail tender bid. Speakers urged low fares, Australian ownership, use of new machines, and Butler's plan to base a workshop and hangars at the terminus. notable attendees included MP T Collins, MLA W Ross, and Dr Maxwell.
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Cootamundra
Arthur Butler
Tagland
Air Mail
Butler
Aerial Services Ltd
Hashad
T. Collins
M.P
W. Ross
M.L.A
Maxwell
Riverins Aero Club
Outback
New Council to Meet in April Amid Proclamation Doubts
The Legislative Council plans a return session with 80 elected members. Proclamation timing remains uncertain, possibly in April, and a possible earlier sitting could be summoned if necessary. Opposition is anticipated to Bir Peden for the HM.
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Bydney
Legislative Council
Death of World's Oldest Woman
A fragment notes the death of the world’s oldest known woman, identified as a resident of Porth Oday. The short item records the passing of the aged individual described as the oldest wren, with minimal contextual detail.
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Aes ‘Tire
Bom
Porth Oday
Sir John Simon Appeals for a League of Nations Accord
Sir John Simon urged support for a British memorandum on disarmament at Brighton. He argued any agreement would mark a new era, show limits on armament are viable, and justify deeper cuts in future. He warned agreement would be hard but could foster international consensus and reduce other conflicts.
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London
Britain
Sir John Simon
Jena
Nazi Viewpoint Claims Dolmergue Success Over Cabinet
A Berlin report discusses Captain Anthony Hiden and criticizes the prior cabinet. It warns Britain will identify those who hindered parliamentary progress and hints at accountability for those obstructing acts of Alaa riament.
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Berlin
Bunday
Nasorgan
Anthony Hiden
M. Dolmergue
Britain
Tithe War Black Shirts Raid Farm Near Dias
A tithe war action near Dias led police to raid a farm where Black Shirts were accused of conspiring to obstruct officers. One man is arrested on charges including unlawful conspiracy and public mischief. Bailiff reports trenches and felled trees used to block the farm entrance. farm owner says the raid was authorized. Cattle and pigs reportedly impounded and livestock totals noted.
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London
Itty
Dias
Eight Die in Tenement Fire in New York Slums
A devastating fire in a crowded slum tenement in New York left eight people dead. Firemen faced difficulty reaching upper floors as the blaze swept through the building in the early hours. Victims include multiple long-term residents and families living in dire conditions. Investigators assess causes amid widespread shock in the community.
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New York
Ratunday
Barracking for Body One at Sota game sparks cheers
Barnett speaks of a key moment in a basketball event as players and fans rally behind Body One. The scene centers on a trophy debate and a prospect of a return by a highly anticipated English player. The piece notes potential risks and a possible trip to Australia in connection with the trophy and lineup decisions.
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Adam
Magund
Austrian Legation in London Reports High Casualties
In London a Times report asserts nine women and children were killed, not merely lying in the street as casualties. The article discusses responses by Dr. Dolfus and the authorities, noting efforts to mitigate horrors amid civil warfare and the impact of weekly violence on public trust and governance.
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London
Legation
the Times
Dolfues
Dolfus
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