Railway Amalgamation Sparks State Opposition in Federal Court
The article reports a heated debate at a transport conference over railway amalgamation. Victoria opposes Commonwealth-led plans, insisting it would be key in any scheme, while other states hesitate to join. The conference calls for minimal interstate co ordination and favors state control with intergovernmental study of financing. Commonwealth funding and capital costs remain unsettled amid calls for a broader Australian inquiry.
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Onn
Victoria
Srbelvass
K. Monsien
Commonwealth
Praecepin Iil Cornet
Pla
Labour
Mma
Emereltt
Femates
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Neyers
Madden
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Commonwealth Legisiation
Biate
South Australia
Western Australia
Commonwealth Railways
Frogit-Rouin
Brisbane
Finence
Rail Sensing Trin Crew Tragedy At PARI Station
A rail accident report details a deadly fire onboard a train crewed by PARI personnel. The fire erupted near a box car at a back-divet area, igniting clothing and killing the driver and fireman. The guard escaped as the engine halted and the car suffered catastrophic injuries.
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Pari
Ieee
Sard
Sedan
Afghan Prince Murder Plot Suspect in Berlin Shooting
Kamal Syed, an Afghan student, fired five shots at Afghan Minister Hirdar Mohammed Analg Khan in the Afghan legation in Berlin. Khan died. another student was wounded. Police say the act linked to a broader World War era plan involving Afghan exiles and foreign agents.
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Berlin
Legation
Afgh
Kamal Syed
Huseian
Amanullah
Ariend
Hovis
Syell
Wimmelt
Loan Council Continues Session In Melbourne
The Loan Council met in Melbourne and adjourned without decisions on the VA-14 loan programme. Treasury officers were asked to provide additional information to aid ministers in assessing next year's needs. Chairman Waller Manny Greene plans to resume talks tomorrow to address remaining business and possible future arrangements.
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Melbourne
Treasury
Jr Waller
Manny Greene
Cornella
Assassins Fail Attack on Ex-Premier of Greece
An unsuccessful assault targeted a former Greek prime minister as attackers, including a main assailant and a chauffeur, were wounded in the incident. Police investigated the attack as a failed plot with no immediate reports of fatalities.
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Greece
Guard dies of wounds in attempt on Venizelos
An unknown assailant wounded former Greek premier Eleftherios Venizelos and his chauffeur in Athens as their car returned from Kefalonia. Mme Venizelos suffered four bullets, the guard wounded, and the chauffeur heavily grazed. Venizelos, long associated with Magtend lineage, had married Venizelos in 1931. motive is believed linked to past executions.
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Tuentay
Venizelos
Graves
M- Venizelon
Athen
Bullela
Madame Venigaten
Jon Bchiliss
Magtend
Venizsion
Toni Maris
Resignation of Dr Radford as Anglican Bishop of Goulburn
A damaged transcript reports Dr. Radford resigning as Anglican Bishop of Goulburn. The text hints at his decision following health concerns and notes his travel to international gatherings and housing discussions led by royalty. It mentions community impact and a circular letter about recent housing issues.
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Hmia
Goulburn
Debt Policy and Roosevelts Adjourning Congress
Washington reports turmoil over debt policy as Congress shows hostility to Roosevelt. Efforts by American and British governments press for a solution before February 16 payment. The White House stance remains cautious with adjournment under consideration and responsibility resting with the President.
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Fevisto
Armas
Mr. Roosevelt
Con
White House
Congress
China and Japan May Start Talks Amid North China Confusion
Widespread speculation in Shanghai and abroad about a possible early opening of diplomatic negotiations between China and Japan. Officials say progress depends on stabilizing North China where Huanghu controls Paiping and Taipin. Japanese troops may gradually withdraw, while militarists remain wary.
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China
Japan
Dus
Huanghu
Paiping
British Cabinet to Meet to Discuss War Debts Policy
London reports the cabinet will convene Friday as the treasury cites Britain cannot and should not pay war debts to the United States while receiving nothing from its own memory. Ramsey MacDonald and Bernard Balwin have held talks on the economic conference and related preparations.
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London
Twessey
Britain
United
Tates
Ramsey MacDonald
Brerney Balawin
Tragedy Strikes Cullen Family Across Two States
Inquest reports confirm Mrs Mary Cullen and her three children died in a double tragedy on the Victorian border and in New South Wales. Police say Mrs Cullen administered poison to herself and the youngsters. two brothers awoke to find the family in agony beside a cup and crystals. The boy and infant died en route or shortly after, with hospital transport described from the border town.
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Sydney
Mary Cullen
Cullen
Dolicknora
Victorian
New South Wales
Saing
Bombala
Mea Cullen
Delogue
Deatinetoa
Find Work in Britain Amid Seasonal Layoffs
London notices advertise employment prospects between April 24 and May 3 with emphasis on industries except coal mines, signaling shifting job demand during seasonal downturns.
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Britain
London
Radford’s Retirement Framed by Ill Health and Distance
The 14 year note cites Dr Radford’s inability to continue clerical duties in the diocese due to diminished strength. He aimed to maintain some service despite retirement but found the Australian conditions untenable. He planned to relocate to England and depart within months for an outlet there.
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Radford
Australia
England
Trade Improvement in Britain and Sidney
British Trade Commissioner in New Zealand My LA Palen touched here from London to-day. He stated England was placing orders for forward delivery and prices were rising.
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Sidney
My. LA. Palen
New Zealand
London
England
Fumes Kill Man Despite Rain Flood Warning Fades
A violent incident linked to fumes during heavy rains left a man dead as authorities reported danger from flooding. The government medical team issued warnings and advised safety measures amid worsening conditions.
Golf Links Murder Evdwet Wedsamtay Reports Heavy Rain
Forest North Coast report cites persistent rain affecting the investigation into a murder at a city hotel. A victim, possibly Leay, was found dead in a bedroom, with authorities and coroner reviewing the case as conditions hamper on-site work.
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Corenar
Drimshn
Dastingburet
Held In Custody Hill To Amend Irish Constitution
Fragmented text describes political actions and proposed bill relating to constitutional amendment. Mentions Gow, Giomd, Gare DUMLAM, and DF privotates with aims to prevent swaps and delays in proceedings. Details unclear due to garbled source.
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Hill
Mipcaunte
Treasury Notes Issue in United States
Treasury announces sale of 909,000,060 dollars in certificates to meet maturing obligations and to provide for the emergency. The offering includes 140,000,000 dollars of 5 year bonds and 408,008,008 dollars of poles with a currency of mina, at 2 percent. Interest rate prospects cited as favorable.
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Washington
Tusunday
Treasury
Car Fatality Charge of Manslaughter in Warwick Farm Crash
AYDNET Wednesday William George Wells 21 labourer appeared at Parramatta today on charge of felonious killing Norman Charles Newall at Warwick Farm near Liverpool on 1 June. It was alleged Wells drove the car that crashed through the railway fence and struck an electric light pole. Newell one of four occupants killed. Hearing adjourned until tomorrow.
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Aydnet
William George Wells
Parramatta
Norman Charles Newall
Warwick Farm
Liverpool
Wells
Xpton
Warwick
Government acts to curb dumping of goods in India
Government of India announces action to check dumping of goods in India. Aimed at increasing duty from 60 to 1 percent on plain and colored items, with no change on other classes. Notes that Japanese colored goods face similar restrictions as pikins, despite inconsistencies in implementation.
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Calcutta
India
Government of
Drover's Thrill Through Rugged Country Ends in Court
A dramatic chase tale unfolds as a drover fights through rough terrain in Dar Hingion, covering miles while a horse stumbles near a creek. The rider suffers a minor injury but presses on, reaching a distant creek bank before rescue.
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Dar- Hingion
Terry Wan
Baey
Maien
Government Wins Narrowly In Senate Vote On Tariff Bill
The government carried the tariff bill amendment by three votes after a tense Senate division. Labour backed the government, while several crossbenchers and party members faced tighter loyalties. The first reading proceeded without division, and the measure returns to the House for further consideration.
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Teriff
House of Representatives
Renator Johnston
C.P
Renatara Johmaton
Colstt Wap
W.A
Lynch
U.ap
Hardy
Nb.w
Awainat
Benatore
Qeorge Pearce
McLachlan
Cox
Crawford
Fell
Brennan
Bell Barnes
Hoare
Rae
Duas
O'Halloran
MacDonald
Bygrn
Cole Unga
Labour
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U.A.P
Benatorn
Walter Massy Circone
Lawson
UAP
Daley
Dooley
Toney
Federal Proposal for Commonwealth Convention Outline
A federal proposal outlines plans for a Commonwealth convention to revise the constitution. It follows a model supported by the federal minister and resembles the premier of South Australia’s plan but may be deemed too large, with a non-elective convention proposed to include five representatives from each state and five from the Commonwealth.
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Mouth Australia
Mr. But
Tomembera
Paris Victors Win Mixed Dodihies IIs Title
Paris triumphs in a mixed doubles event described as a notable victory. The report notes decisive play and plans to discuss forthcoming activities, with emphasis on strategy and performance.
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