Booths and High Council Debate Retirement Request
London telegrams report General Booth to appear before the High Council to address a retirement request. The council plans to convene at Bunbury to review the inquiry and whether Booth should step down for the safety and well being of the movement amid worldwide telegrams urging reform.
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London
Bunbury
Uen
High Council
Booth
Salvador Corned
Piaath
Etheoihe Foundation
Fragmentary Reports From Loxton Inquiry Transcript
Fragmented notes describe a speech and observations about a person named Hix. The text mentions a council, a new building at tenmark Mm, and a reference to Melbourne. Several phrases are garbled, indicating a partially readable page segment with uncertain names and details.
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Loxton
Tiewlay
Catherine
Tenmark Mm
Melbourne
Canberra street name fingerposts project announced
The city announces upcoming erection of street name fingerposts in Canberra. The project aims to mark main streets and guide residents and visitors as part of the urban improvement plan. Expected completion dates and contractor details will be released in a future notice.
Alcorn attacks Federal Capital Commission in campaign speech
Dr R M Alcorn, candidate for Third Commissioner, blasted the Federal Capital Commission at Causeway Hall last night. He warned the Chief Commissionership could become vacant soon and urged voters to back his bid to curb what he called bureaucratic excesses and self serving power.
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R. M. Alcorn
Causeway Hall
Federal Capital Commission
Alcorn
Questi
Omoo
Lin Paniner
Sven Cosas
Bansea
The King Slow Progress Continues At Court
The bulletin notes slow but ongoing progress in royal recovery. The queen and Prince George have recovered from their illness, with no further reports of complications. The guest babbetii will Dee Iawned on Thursday as part of the ongoing arrangements.
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Lontres
Babbetii
Air Hho
Dhewett
Pew Hern
Princ George
Ratified Kellogg Pact Victory Narrowly Approved
Washington reports the Kellogg Pact ratified by 35 votes to one, with Kenuter doh Maine as the sole opponent. The approval came after Senate discussions led by Senator Porshey of the Belati Gins' Committee. Debate centered on ensuring the treaty’s protection against aggression and enforcing the agreement.
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Washington
Trreantay
Fourth Test Team Named for Australia Series
The Australian selectors announced the lineup for the fourth Test at Adelaide with J Jackson promoted after a standout tour performance. The squad includes W Woolfall and A Kippik among others from New South Wales and Victoria, aiming to freshen the side with younger blood while retaining a tested core.
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Adelaluie
Australia
Han
Jackson
Adelaid
Jima
beelAnin Jackson
Austinin
Woolfull
Increased freights postponement sparks Australia conference
Prime Minister Bruce announced a suspension of the planned freight increase to Australia. A conference between the Commonwealth Government and overseas shipping companies and exporters will review sea transport, aiming to establish a better basis for Australian shipping.
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Melbourne
Bruce
Australia
Secrecy Sought Amid Shipping Talks in London
A London conference of shipowners discusses secrecy to avoid fear of information leaks. Australian protest over freight increases prompts a firm stand against further rate hikes, with leaders stating they will not intensify pressure for now.
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London
Australia
AL Ue tin speech stirs questions about wages and commissions
A fragmented report details AL Ue delivering a tin speech. It notes questions posed to him about proposed wage or fee changes and commissions, with references to a commissioner’s proposals and a debate over employment terms and rent. The piece mentions Linehan and Linehan’s comments and the broader political tensions in the setting.
Out, In Again Motor Car Stealing on VLBurn
Kenneth Lowney aged 25 from Goulburn was charged with stealing a motor car valued at 350 from Cootamundra and remanded to Cootamundra police court on December 128. The car had reportedly been recovered and no bail application was made.
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Kenneth Lowney
Goulburn
Wendy
Giuftes
Courbes
Cootamundra
Bootentwr
Cootamundra Poller Court
Hall
Moorabbin Murder Brother Stands For Trial
At Moorabbin Melbourne the trial for killing Jack Pope eight at his home on Christmas Eve begins. Jack died from a chest gunshot reported to be fired by his brother Phil Pope who then disappeared. The coroner notes Johnny Pope showed intelligence but possible mental instability. Mrs Pope testified about the home and the discovery of Jack dead. Phil suffers nerve trouble and wandering, with police noting possible mental unsoundness.
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Melgodurne
P Pope
Jhin
Jack Pope
Jack
Moorabbin
Philp
Phil Pope
Pope
Phil
Queer City Case In Newtown Court
William Paneo, herbalist, fined at Newtown court for possession of prohibited drugs. He faced two counts of illegal revolvers and related items. The defendant appeared calm, denying trafficking or intent, while magistrate warned against misdeeds.
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Bydney
William Paneo
Newtown Court
Prince Nikita Named Emperor of Russia Controversy Rages
A garbled report claims Prince Nikita is chosen emperor while facing opposition over legitimacy. The piece notes confusion about royal lineage, mentions a grand duke, and references a press response amid political maneuvering. Details mutate with unclear dates and places, but the core asserts Nikita’s claimed title amid dispute.
Defence experts oppose Lonfyn project claim
Defence experts say the government must reconsider the Channel tunnel project. They argue the Cavernment will face opposition from experts and the public, with concerns over timing and feasibility. The review will show military and national security implications and call for cautious action before proceeding.
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Lonfyn
Hartiens
Chayerrenene
Nivel
Stormy Session Looms Over Parliament’s Deliberations
Melbourne reports a stormy session as Federal Parliament resumes amid debates on shipping rates and wheat revision. The focus centers on the link between policy and broader world authority guidance, with emphasis on shipowners and redie reforms.
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Melbourne
Ovachis
Eag- Prine
Lost in Bush Little Boy Found
Texie Fawcett a three year old wandered from Ken tucky home near George's River yesterday. Found alive at 745 in the morning crying mummy. He was wet and charred from brushing bushes and fires. Constable Wiblings led the search. child relieved and returned to anxious parents.
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Sydney
Texie Fawcett
Kentucky
George's River
Constable
French Move Naval Plan for 1929 Defense Build Up
The Chamber, without debate, approves a bill to construct ships before June including a 10 ton cruiser and 1600 ton coomonettes. Mio Levan asserts nations fear planes but emphasizes defending our legitimate interests.
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Pra Ariea
Tucmdas
Parrelo
Mio Levan
Married Men Challenge Job Bias at Canberra Commission
Indignant about unequal unemployment treatment, about two married men complained that the Canberra Commission’s employment efforts favored unmarried applicants. The Chief Commissioner was pressed for clarification, and a Commission officer admitted a misunderstanding after a newspaper report claimed no married men were unemployed. Engagements continued with single men called before considering married applicants.
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Comminafonato Phe
Canberra
Otters
Annan
Queanbeyan
Feder Capital Commission
Howe
Commissian
Public Baths Plans Progress Under Commission
The Commission advances preparation of plans and estimates for permanent and temporary baths. Many permanent baths may be handed to the Government and, if funds permit, cheaper pool contracts proceed. Chief Commissioner Sir John Ruttery said public baths would not be ready for use this summer.
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Comminston
Sir John Ruttery
Om Public
City Plan Altered at Acton Truttern
The city plan was altered to designate Acton as a permanent building area turning a previously thin suburb into a provisional building centre. Brick houses are under construction for W J Bikwen, chairman of the Public Service Board, and General Metilinn, second commissioner on the board.
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John Truttern
Acton & Permanent Builkding
Provisionnal
W. J. Bkewen
Public Service
Oceneral Metilinn
Canberra Social Service Budget Guidance Declared
Chief Mr John Dullors stated the Commission will guide its 1929 budget proposals by the internal expenditure expectations of the people, reflecting a cautious stance on social service spending in Canberra.
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Canberra
John Dullors
Water restrictions prompt district meeting clash
A chaotic meeting derailed by disputes over water usage and apportionment across districts. Officials clashed with residents as they debated rationing, allocations, and compliance measures amid a looming shortage.
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