Ponsford's double century drives Australian innings record
Ponsford carried his bat for 229 as Australia surged past Cambridge University bowling, with Brown contributing a brisk 100 plus and Grimmett and Grimmett-like bowling supporting a rapid fall of wickets. The century came in 202 minutes, and the day ended with Australia at 418 for four after 60 overs.
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Woodhill
Atetenaford
Grimshaw
Brown
Cambridge University
Austrailan
Stumape
Rune Bradman
Davies
Woodfull
Ponsford
Thveu
Pomford
Khan
Tox
Thames
Grinshew
Three Players Unavailable For Play In London Match
The report lists Kippax Bromley and Chippenfield as unavailable. Expected lineups show Ponaford Darlington and Bartlett Grimshaw among those set to accompany the Darling and Hollis in the field. Stumps show several wickets fallen with totals like 1/42 9/40 3/72 7a 5/072.
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London
Thureday
Kippax
Bromley
Ponaford
Eppas
Ana
Bradmen
Davive
Iocabe
Human
Brimshaw
Ifmigh
Darling
Fteony
Pamaford
Bartlett
Grimahaw
Brown
Bundston
Critics Impressed as Grimmett Claims Nine Wickets
A cricket report notes strong bowling by Grimmett who took nine wickets in the innings. The text mentions Davies Barnett and Harnett contributing early runs and notes other bowlers Powell Verity Larwood. It references Trevor Wignall and the Daily Mail. The total score indicates nine wickets for 07 with a nod to the opening pair and a promising performance from the English side.
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the Allen
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Barnittt
Ebaling
Mar Davies
Harnett
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Trevor Wignall
Daily Eat Haman
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Davles
Brad- Ehax
Barnett
Gan
Grimmatt
Powell
Verity
Larwood
Wei
Diewomfort
Darling Dominates England Tour Highlights with Big Score
London reports praise Darling as the day's standout player with bold batting. Ponaford and Baring finally delivered reliable runs, while Brown solidified his earlier Leicester form. Gill bowled keenly for England, and the pace of Ponteland and Ponsford created scoring chances. Darling’s audacious commitment energized the innings, though the bowlers began to adjust after early success.
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London
APA
Tearm
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Rune
Ponaford
Baring
Manné Brown
Leicester
Darling
Dacraschy
Atch
Woodfull
Gradman
McCate
Ageremion
England
Gill
Beusman
Worcester
Ponsford
Sean
Lee
Million Miles Lowpan From Paris to Croydon
Millon miles on finishing Imperial Air run from Paris to Croydon. The voyage used aircraft in wartime and is described as demanding. Australiana ready for next trial of strength against MCC. Captain Humen with Jardine noted for leadership and field defense.
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Millon Miles
Paris
Croydon
MCC
Refuelling Tests For Centenary Race
Sir Alan Cobham and Lander Holmore began refuelling at Ford Aerodrome Littlehampton preparing for a flight to Australia with a single monoplane. They aim to reach Australia in four days with segments planned via Treg and Calcutta.
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London
Alan Cobham
Lander Holmore
Ford Aerodrome
Little Hampton
Australia
Wits
Treg
Calcutta
New Zealand Aviator Joan Batten Arrives in Athens
Joan Batten, the New Zealand aviator, arrived in Athens today after a flight from the course of her voyage. She left at 7.2 in the morning, according to local reports.
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Athens
Bet Ee
New Zealand
Joan Batten
Hare
Agate
Commerce staff to move Canberra central administration
The Minister for the Interior Mr Perkins said it was practically settled that the central administrative staff of the Department of Commerce would be transferred from Melbourne to Canberra. Other departments listed for removal included the Central Staff of the Post and Telegraph Department the Defence Department and the Auditor General's Department. The Development branch is unlikely to move from Melbourne.
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Adelaide
Mr. Perkins
Department of Commerce
Melbourne
Canberra
Post and Telegraph Department
Defence Department
Auditor-General's Department
Arabi fighting Calcutta reveals Hindu naval protection story
The report tells how a small Bridal naval force protected Indian traders in Hodeida and Aden, then held by Saudi forces. As Tem Saud advanced on Hodeida on April 20, Yemeni officials fled inland and to Kemaran island, where internment followed. Thousands of nomadic tribesmen threatened the town and traders until the Spu entered Hodeida on May 8. The Enterprise continues the present naval protection.
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Calcutta
Red Sea
Hodesia
Yemen
Tem Saud
Hodeida
Kemaran
Spu
Hodelda
Bengal terrorists arrested in Calcutta probe
Bengali youths detained in connection with the attack on the Governor of Bengal Sir John Anderson. Five held, others discharged. Two transients informants released, and they are in custody.
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Calcutta
Bengal
Sir John Anderson
Prince Hamry Visit Clouds hotel hours debate
Sydney residents discuss Prince Hamry's pending visit and the possibility that the event could be used to justify longer hotel hours. Rev W R, a Methodist minister, says no proposal exists yet but signals such a move may come.
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Sydney
Hamry
Stop Press Letters Target Bradman Threats in England
The paper reports on incitement letters aimed at Bradman signed by names like Pal Play Mate that threaten his return to England. Officials fear the letters, many from Nottingham, could influence his post test play and intimidate him amid tensions over a tour.
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Gradman
Surplus Still Shown in Ten Months Commonwealth Funds
A review of the Commonwealth Consolidated Revenue Fund for the ten months ended April 30 shows receipts of £180,264,000 and expenditure of £158,803,000, producing an excess of receipts over outlays. Revenue mainly from customs and excise rose about £1.2 million versus budget, with postal revenue about £200,000 above estimates. ordinary expenditure totaled £55,718,000, with remaining year outlays expected to be higher due to June interest payments and heavy public works spending.
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Commonwealth Consolidated Revenue Fund
Customa
Eacles
Commonwealth
Bosvy
French Air Liner Missing After Channel Flight
A French air liner from Le Bourget to Croydon with six aboard is believed lost in the English Channel. Searchers and ships scoured the area as heavy fog and darkness hindered locating wreckage. A patch of oil and fabric debris were reported by a Daily Express plane, raising fears all aboard may have perished.
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London
le Bourget
Croydon
English Channel
Ie Ia
Daily Express
Murphy
Sigma
Suds
Canet
Sbiement
Sophia
Loan Council set to meet in Melbourne on June 14
Adelaide report notes Prime Minister Byrne indicating a Loan Council meeting in Melbourne on June 14 to fix the loan works programme for the coming financial year. He also mentioned a thorough review of Commonwealth proposals to simplify income tax and federal intention to amend taxation provisions for a better system to be introduced to parliament.
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Adelaide
Me Byrne
Loan Council
Melbourne
Ederel
State Railway Losses At Five Year Low Deficit Expected
The railway shows a deficit of about £2 fan the lowest in five years, likely by year end. A Pacific bulletin notes the drift balance could push the result to the stated figure for the remaining months.
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Bydney
Paciatician
Ministers Silent on Trade Treaties Details Unreleased
Cabinet ministers kept plans secret after a meeting discussing proposed trade treaties with France and Belgium and revisions of trading terms. Prime Minister Lyons indicated that details would be released later.
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Adelaide
France
Belgium
Lyons
Tokio press calls for act with Canberra
Aon Michi Shimbun reports Tokio urges Australia treaty to strengthen economic ties. Australian Attorney General Mr Latham visit highlighted potential early consideration by Parliament. Barley exports and Belgian arrangements referenced as part of broader trade talks.
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Tokio, Thuresay
Aon Michi Shimbun
Tokio
Toma
Illegal Skins Firm Fined At Central Police Court
At Central Police Court the Miley, Newman Ltd. of Mac ganri Street faced two informations alleging sale of prohibited animal skins including 129 percent opossum skins and 182 opossum skins in a 1901 case. The judge upheld the appeal but found contravention of the act. remitted to magistrate for new hearing. Detective Bergwent Alvord reported fox skins and other hides found in defendant premises.
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Central Police Court
Anim of
Miley, Newman Ltd
Macganrie Street
Sota of
Bergwent Alvord
Biter
Anning
Coles
Tilay
Gren
British quota move angers Japanese traders says it breaches treaty spirit
Mr Matsumoto condemns Britain for imposing quotas on Japanese imports. He calls the action a violation of the treaty spirit and notes it targets Japanese goods, expressing regret that Britain took such a step and warning of broader tensions.
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Commerce and Industry
Matsumoto
Britain
Labour Unity in Victoria Party Conference
Victorian Labour Party delegates gather in Melbourne on Thursday to discuss unity. The conference addresses federation endorsements and exchange preferences, with branches focused on strengthening unity ahead of federal elections.
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Melbourne
Victorian Labour Party
Delestot
Federsl
Btuteit Euembera
Fey
Union Aroused Official Reply to Petition Inquiry
William Fletcher, secretary of the National Union of Railwaymen, voices bemusement at the Commissioner's dismissal of charges against officers. He argues a Parliamentary inquiry would reveal the true position and prevent reorganization of locomotives, ensuring public awareness.
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Taco
William Fletcher
Tie Btats
National Union of Railwaymen
Loop
Partigan
Parliamentary Select Committee
Free State Budget Surprise Reveals Surplus
Unclear OCR reads a budget note showing a £1,203 surplus and taxation changes. The fragment mentions a planned borrowing of £1,212,000 and an income tax reduction amid government financial moves. Names and places are garbled, leaving uncertain details about officials or dates.
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Ditura ix
McEntee
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