City of Liverpool airliner disaster in Flanders kills twelve
London reports the Imperial Airways liner City of Liverpool from Brussels to Croydon caught fire and crashed in Flanders. All twelve aboard died, including a wireless operator and engineer. Two Australians, Hugh Mellrath and Katy Mellrath, were among the victims. Parachutes and wreckage details emerge as villagers recover bodies amid a muting of photographs by officials. The forward section and wing separated in a midair explosion before the craft spiraled to the ground near a Belgian village.
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London
al Airways
City of
Holand
Teton
Ant
Maine
Femsisaian
Howe
Shila
Baths Hem Reed
Focnl
Liverpool
Raul
Darwin murder trial linked to five blacks
A Darwin courtroom heard a murder trial with reference to five Black suspects from the Japaneny seaman case. The proceedings involved figures like Allar, Canberra origins, and a connection to a lugger incident. details remain unclear amid fragmented testimony and unnamed witnesses.
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Darwin
Weaneeany
Canberra
Japanese Goods Question in House of Commons
In the House of Commons Mr. Charlton pressed whether the government would reduce imperial imports from Australia and other dominions. Mr. Runciman noted the issue is complex and that Australia shows a trend toward using Japanese cotton and wool goods. The latest import values from Australia, New Zealand, Denmark, and the Netherlands were cited.
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London
Crimmins
BH. L. Charlton
W. Runciman
Trady
Chorlton
Ruimcimen
Hammersley
Australia
Commonwealth of the
J.H Thuning
Runciman
Commonwealth
Grahame Waite
New Zealand
Denmark
Holland
Tower Trial Not Guilty On Three Charges
A London court found the defendant not guilty on three charges amid complex testimony and procedural disputes. The judge referred remaining charges for forward action while detailing arguments over alleged communications that could aid the enemy. The case notes inconsistencies and questions surrounding intent as the proceedings unfolded with a crowded courtroom.
Afghan fighting in Calcutta reported in insurgent area
Violent clashes are reported as Afghan government forces counter a rebellion in the Khoat district. Casualties include officers and soldiers on both sides, with numerous killed and wounded. The exact numbers are unclear amid ongoing fighting and chaotic conditions.
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Calcutta
Pendy
Wamunbeumen
Sfrtan Croutier
Caphyes
Khoat
Ana
Bernard Shaw and Film Crew Visit Malibu Beach Scene
Fragmentary report details Bernard Shaw in New York and a California movie colony at Malibu Beach. It mentions Dan Simeon, Ban Pedra, Roy Crawford, and a whitewashed gathering near Muerto Canyon with unclear actions and dates.
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New York
Tuesay
Barnarg
Malate Beach
California
Dan Simeon
Mr. Bune
Monn Ethae
Greatest air race offers £10 000 prize to start in London
An all nation air race offering £10,000 is announced for October next year with starts from London to Melbourne. Sir Macpherson Robertson funds the prize. Any aeroplane may compete, pilot reaching Melbourne first wins. Lord Mayor is arranging worldwide publicity for the event.
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Melbourne
London
Australia
Macpherton Robertson
Melourne Hire
Wmple
Gengoutt Smith
MacPhelan -MacRobertson
Sir MacPherson
Robertsom
Kingsford Smith Calls For Tight Race Controls
Sir Charles Kingsford Smith urged authorities to enforce strict controls on long distance races to deter entry of unworthy competitors and reduce the risk of deceit. Aviation officials supported strong measures to ensure integrity and prevent fake entries in future events.
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Sydwet
Wranestay
Charles Kingsford Smith
Anthusia
Ministers Vote Motion Withdrawn at United Country Party Conferenc
The conference of thy View United Country Party at 86 Arvnnhd teeday withdrew a motion disapproving of Minister for Agriculturs Mr Jon Allan and Minister for tareetn Ms Dunstan. After vigorous defense, the motion was withdrawn with unanimous approval of the conference.
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Melboumny
United Country Party
Agriculturs
Joni Allan
Tareetn
Dunstan
Mesers
Allan
Houde
Air Service Revenue From Novel Postal Route Returns
The annual report of the Postal Department details Australia England air mail operations. It notes irregular revenue from the Australia England route and cites 1961 and 1982 figures including 2,143 AW units and £3,004 value carried on the mail plan to Australia.
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Att Nual
Adatralla
Molund
Tippanini
Aly
Acingetardmith
Twistle Chaview Klagutard
Australia
Land Values: Graziers Seek Revision in State Policy
Graziers press for revision of land value assessments and improvements to ensure capital values align with Parliament’s intent. They urge Lands Department to interpret living areas with current wood and stock variances and to limit reappraisal rights for holders with excess home maintenance exemptions.
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Bydney
Wednesda
Hi. Tout
Equumonty Ter
Tun Ap
Lands Department
Atcoriunes
Atock
British Subjects Safe in Germany and London
In the House of Commons the Foreign Secretary said he was unaware of any actual arc arrest or mistreatment of British Jewish subjects in Germany. The British Ambassador in Berlin discussed the matter with the German Minister for Foreign Affairs about three weeks earlier and conveyed concerns to the British ambassador in London. Both replies were cautious.
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London
Tursday
Aulin Biewarl
Hamely
Stewart
Phe Courk
Germany
Ste John Simonwald
Berlin
Air H
Jarman
Drought Menace Australia Must Be Prepared
Commonwealth Bank report warns of strenuous times ahead for Australia amid drought. Director notes no major development, modest improvements in domestic demand, and ongoing export challenges. Financial indicators show deposits and bank figures fluctuating as authorities monitor trade and prices.
Japanese Co operation At Geneva Continues Conference Participation
The Japanese government confirms that despite withdrawing from the League, Japan will still take part in the Disarmament Economic and Labour conferences and on related committees. It will also remain engaged in matters concerning opium traffic and child welfare.
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Tokio
Japan
Fragmented report on damages and policy notes from a state conference
A long messy excerpt describes blows to infrastructure, property damages, and maintenance moves. It mentions land leases, compensation talks, and a government request to ease tariffs and extend trade. Weather and rail topics appear with scattered details about Western Lands and the Commonwealth.
Moscow Trial Persists Despite British Efforts
Moscow dispatch reports the Moscow trial proceeding with incriminating evidence cited by The United Press scribe M LIWHNOR who spoke with the British Ambassador Sir Wey. The interview suggests Britain cannot alter the case and notes vigorous British representations by Sir Hammond Drey.
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Ondon
Moscow
Geile United Presa
Indian Reform Debate Echoes Across Parliament
The House considered India reform with Sir Robert Bolstered by warnings that 360,000,000 in imperial colonies faced denial of democracy. Sir John Simon argued the issue pervaded every letter of policy and the burden on Parliament was immense despite the unresolved nature of the debate.
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Jas Din Mwngs
Wien
Lin Ladah
Sommionm
Robert
Dafermids
Durlilanondon
Fae
India
Offensive Letter Sentences Man to Three Years
A man was sentenced to three years for sending an offensive letter through the post. The court noted the defendant previously served in the military and stated the character was not good. The magistrate discharged the defendant on medical grounds and warned of further action if behavior continued.
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Sydnet
Waynesdar
Albert Court Maleer
Tanor
Tha Iil
Parker
Fwrandent
Mathie
Marrieg
Xig
Ernest Wa
Goog
London Importers Favour Butter Restriction FATAL SHUNTING ACCIDENT
A confusing report from London notes New Zealand butter importers backing a restriction amid a fatal shunting accident. Alan Tailey of Lithgow reportedly required medical aid after an incident at a goods yard where uncoupled equipment led to a lethal sequence.
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London
Twesany
New Zealand
Ince Litwoow
Alan Tailey
Lithgow
FRELIMAALY Meeting Report From Sydney Meeting
A fragmentary report notes a meeting in Sydney concerning a central communal industry. The text is garbled but references a brief discussion and the aim to estimate forthcoming wind usage, with no clear names or dates.
Rowdy Reception for Mr Lyong in Western Australia
A rowdy reception greeted Mr Lyong at Veramasting in Western Australia where the Prime cenit tein Laeuat vowed to attend but refused to make any clarification or comment.
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MR. Lyong
W.A
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Fle
Wren
Musender
Costes
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Minn
Katy Merlrathy
Sydney
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Merlrath
Enriples
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Alster
Purder
Jehol
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Wedmradey
Tm Tayanem
Ovilyine
Chiang Kat Riok
Changle
Baatertt Goods
Bernard Shaw
Bruef
AIR Service
A.N.A. Flight
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Naat
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Peanant
Nuai
Nes
von Papen
Prussia
Woln Placen
Brunswick
Commonwealth Bank Report
Micah
le Commonwealth
Kha
Travis
Geneva
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Turse
Pardwell
Miami Aed
de Eulition
Poline
Wastertrand
Chet
Tout
Cabio
England
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Wadnewtay
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