Cabinet plans transfer of four departments this year
The Federal Cabinet approved moving four minor government departments from Melbourne including the Development Branch, Bankruptcy section, Central Administration of Commerce, and Auditor-General’s, with about thirty officers affected. Finance plans to cover multi-year costs will be investigated by the acting Treasurer and the Minister for the Interior.
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Canm
Attorney- General’s Department
Commmerce
Auditor-General’s
Melbourne
Cashetta
R.G. Casey
Interior
Mr. Paterson
Pootmante Genres Department
Defee
Proswat Felag
Tog Arias
Caw
Canfm Mopkenpers
Ox Re Seailunasn
Australian General Electric Com
Civic Centre
Masha
Cuts Restored For State Servants on £900 Salary
Sydney dispatch reports Prime Minister Steven announcing that all married servants earning public entry will receive a nominal salary of £900 or less with automatic reductions under the Bataria Reduction Act. Cabinet decision follows deputation requests, marking the third time salaries have been modified. The change lowers the wage gate for married workers while the government offers a 20 percent rebate on the Cavernment’s aid.
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Sydney
Pramier
Steven
Enory
Eneyicn Impaire
Emul
Requesia
Balaries
Wee Ant
Police arrest may clear up thefts in city
Police say arrest of a man in the afternoon may help clear up house burglaries in the northern area. He was charged on a certain offense at 3.
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Stoney
Stonasy
Sydney
Northern
Bares
Farmer Attacked by Boar in Remote Field
A farmer was attacked by a wild boar while working in a remote field. The incident left the worker with injuries to his leg and arm, prompting local authorities to advise caution for those in rural areas. No further details on the attacker or exact location were provided.
Melbourne to House Forest Products Lab Central to Canberra
The Cabinet upholds moving the Forest Products Laboratory from Melbourne to Melbourne near the large timber yards, citing proximity to industry and staff. The Victoria government offers a suitable site, while the Canberra transfer would risk delaying economical development and harm the local industry.
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Forgat Products Divisio
CRLF
Melbourne
Canberra
Ata
Foresta Products Division
Victoria
Thia Eonoltty
Lenacer’ Association
Uriting
Nomila Turhenice
Film quota bill debate resumes in parliament
Cabinet ministers moved to resume the debate on the film quota bill with amendments under consideration. Parliament is set to decide whether the measures will protect local cinema.
Griffin Appeals Conviction at Central Court in November
Gerald Griffin, about 20, appeals to Justice Swain after a November Central Court ruling. The appeal challenges whether the magistrate erred in his verdict and adjournment, contending the original judgment was mistaken.
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Sydney
Gerald Griffin
Central Court
Justion Btophan Swain
Gold profits for debt reduction spark inflation fears
Washington reports note gold profit from devaluation used to cut the national debt but warns of inflation risks. Officials say 675 million dollars could retire bank notes, boosting currency and credit. debt stood at 28.644 billion dollars in March. Monetary policy aims to reduce the debt while enabling more credit expansion.
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Washington
Bungay
Treasury
Rebels On Run as Loyalists Seize Seres
A rebel cruiser named Helle surrendered after officers abandoned her at night. Government troops occupy Seres while rebels flee. Daily Telegraph estimates put opposing forces around 49,000 and 10,000 in the Btruma area. Near Corinth royalist mobs attacked trains and attempted to massacre prisoners.
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Athens
Mon
Helle
Seres
Belgrade and
Jugoslavian
Daily Telegraph
Thhe Btruma
Corinth
Police Chief Mr Childs Retires After 43 Years Service
The Police Commissioner W M Childs retires after 43 years in the force, six as Commissioner. The Cabinet appoints Metropolitan Superintendent W J Mackay to succeed him. Mackay joined 36 years ago after a detective role, famed for police radio upgrades and cadet corps, expected to bring steady leadership.
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Sydney
W. M. Childa
W. J. Mackay
Mar. Child
Ir. Cilde
Police Cadet Corps
Childas
Mackay
Circes
Mecmay
Gouth Walea
Child
Stevens
Childs
Burri Juck Second Power Station Construction Ordered
The State Government orders immediate steps to relieve congestion at the Burri Juck Austro electric works and to expand electricity supply. Approval given to accept tender for hydroelectric machinery and two turbine generators of 7 000 h p for unattended remote operation. Partial local manufacture planned. total cost about £99 500 with parts spent in Italy England and foreign countries. Preliminary site work underway.
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Sydney
Burrinjuck
Australis
Italia
England
Loyalist Forces Advance Against Greek Rebels Near Athens
Loyalist troops push toward the rebel stronghold while government units cross the river and bombard positions around Rethymo and surrounding areas. Officials report cautious gains amid German and Bulgarian fortifications, with reprisals feared if rebels are harshly treated, as military leaders claim progress and a bank holiday quiets celebrations near Athens. Milan reports General Plastiran returning to Cannes.
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Athens
Sundey
Balkans
Etrums
Nittare Mistance
Rondytien
Rethymo Barrache
Verilselow
Hin
Athety
Struma
Bon
Helte
Tavalla
Mle
Rodopoulos
Acs
Representation Adverse in Canberra Territory Debates
Canberra citizens asked for parliamentary representation and a territorial legislative council. The government replied after three months, denying both requests. Dr J H L Cumpaton, chairing the advisory council, was informed that officials concluded there was no government support for the proposals.
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Canberra
Legislative Council
J. HL .Cumpaton
Department of the Interior
H.C. Brown
Legislive Consell
Oamnet Ves
Llear Wrove
Swarms of grace hoppers threaten Canberra roads
Reports from Yass describe a surge of grace hoppers moving toward Canberra with motorists delayed by greasy, impassable roads. Flocks accompany the insects as they feed, raising concerns over control measures. Authorities debate pesticide strategies while political disputes in other regions receive mixed attention.
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Canberra
Yase
Rosdn
Tvla
Laroigh Burrowa
Wee Onl
Yass
Ewarths
Monsuren
Polaon
Respondents Escape From Galloping Greece War News
A Daily Express correspondent reports from Salonika that a ramshackle dash at night in a car mule and foot allowed escape from Greece. The car crashed into a ravine as brakes failed. The Balonika government allegedly lost its grip while General Kondylis declares plans to retake Garren and advance.
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Daily Express
Igo Avian
Salonika
Greece
Balonika
Mataxas
Keath Monsrehiat
Badda
Kant
Komyli
Berroa
Fras
Kondylis Dadarga
Garren
Defence Debate in Britain Sparks House of Commons Interest
London reports describe a crucial defence debate to be heard in the House of Commons tonight. Since the White Paper was issued, Liberal and Labour speakers have criticised it nationwide. The Times notes Britain’s military buildup prompts criticism, while some advise renewing strength to gain allies rather than breach the Versailles Treaty.
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London
Monsay
Uswo
Howe of Commons
Ornight
Datence
The
Times
Britain
Hitler
Germany
Shark caught off Maroubra by two fishermen
William Jones and Edward Drimmond sighted a shark off Maroubra near the shore. They hooked the shark and it was hauled aboard their launch about two miles from the coast before the creature tired.
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Maroubra
Beerxeon
William Jones
Eaward Drimmond
Inner History of Greek Rising Rivalry for First Place
London dispatch from Athens recounts a conspiratorial plan by Venizelos and General Plastiras to overthrow the government. The plot aimed to seize ministers at church, trigger a march riot, and coordinate invasions in Macedonia and Thrace with battles to follow. Venizelos advised earlier action, while Plastiras sought a military revolt, but events shifted toward preventive measures by Salonika authorities.
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London
Peretya Phillipa
Nategraph
Athens
Veniesion
Plastiran
Plastiras
Yeniseioa
Halsan
Thd
Kidump
Macedonia
Thrace
Pisalirun
Zalonika
Veal Welcs
Venizelou
Menew
Plestires
Macadons
Salonista
Mace
Soma
Army Recruiting Report Shows Fewer Volunteers in 1914
London Sunday blue book report notes 1084 fewer volunteers than 1913 as trade improves and antiwar propaganda grows. Of 80,203 applicants, 26,064 were approved and 88 percent rejected for physical or educational defects, the Army seen mainly as a defensive police force.
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London
Shark Menace Conference Amid Coast Beach Threats
Sydney reports a government backed conference to address a shark menace threatening Mydway beaches. Officials from West Man CJ Yue councils and local jurisdictions will be urged to cooperate with the national government in formulating a response and potential containment measures.
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Sydney
Turner
Mydway
Lota
Moconsi
Tau
Cuban Rising Threat Strikes Cuba as Death Toll Grows
In Havana a general revolutionary threat erupts as union members walk out at midnight. Rifle Orehan reports two more deaths, raising the toll to four dead and eight wounded. President Mandiets is empowered to dictate measures to protect the public as the Talrosde workers’ union plans to join the strike between Havana and B Santiago.
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Havana
Cubs
Girike
Tere
Rifle Orehan
Mandiets
Talrosde
Bantiago
Court grants leave to swear Kingford Smith evidence
In probate court AYDNEY Monday Bir Charles testified that Vin Ulm's plane likely sank shortly after impact and he believed a commercial service between America and Australia would be pursued. Mary Ulm widow said further search was conducted but yielded nothing. Rogers former secretary noted plans for a regular trans Pacific route via a company linked to Great Pacific Airways. Judge granted leave to proceed with the Ulm death case and issued a minimal order in George McCorquodie Littisjohn's matter.
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Aydney
Anamanyi
Bir
Charlay Kingford Amith Wa
Charlen Thoman
Phillip Am
California
Charles
America
Australia
Ir Chartan
Subarites
Thorilien
Mawali
Mary Josephine Ulm
Eilen Rogers
C. T. P. Ulm
Uim
ET. Fldk
Rogers
Amday
Fit
George McCorquodé Littisjohn
Ulm
Speed Record Contention Amid Daytona Beach Confusion
Fragmented report notes Campbell refusing to concede a 300 mile per hour speed attempt at Daytona Beach. The text mentions Lord Rother and Britain linked details, with references to buyers, cabanas, and a car event, but the fragmentary source provides no coherent outcome or clear participants beyond scattered names and phrases.
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Daytona Beach
Rothermare
Britain
Samoet
Nat Bode
ZEEE the Teen Adopts New School Style
ZEEE the teen arrives at school showcasing a bold new style that blends vintage trends with urban flair. Teachers note a confident stance and students respond with curiosity, while local retailers report rising interest in retro accessories.
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Griffin
MR. Childs
Milan
General Plastiran
Cannes
Whern
Tialdaria
Percival
Phillips
Vennesios
Ventsalos
Vent- Inelon
Porta
Macedonis
Ian
ARMY
Shark Menace
Kingford Smith
Campbell
Ina
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