Britain's Air Record by Sainforth in Seaplane
Flight Lieutenant Sainforth raised his own world speed record in the Vickers Super Marine Seaplane F6 fitted with a Rolls Royce engine at Calshot. He achieved 408.8 miles per hour, with a subsequent run showing 416.2 and 490.6 miles per hour at various points, while early attempts emphasized dives and water testing.
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London
Calshot
Sainforth
Vickers Super Marine
Harman
Luan
Orlebar
Andor
Exchange Rate Change Expected in Australia Trade
A London report notes a pending decision on the Australian exchange rate. Market observers expect movement against the Australian pound as commercial and financial interests await official action.
Eduction in American naval programme
Washington Tuesday The Administration today sent from 1 to five the main or destroyers to be added to the Navy under the building programme.
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Washington
Navy
Ogramme
Fragmented legal note on continuances and costs
A brittle excerpt discusses how extending continuances might impede a case and raise costs. It mentions Australian advantage and statutory identity, suggesting procedural delay as a factor in legal strategy. The passage is fragmentary and centers on cost implications and timing.
Slow UK Australian exchange stabilizes amid cautious moves
The report notes no sudden drop expected in the British Australian pound rate over the next two weeks. Limited action is anticipated until Britain’s position firms, with possible further declines later. Payments due October 1 are deferred until end of October as traders await true exchange level.
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Amtram
Lucera
Questions in House Over Discussion With Minister
In a parliamentary exchange yesterday Mr Gregory pressed for clearer talks with the minister. Officials noted no full discussion occurred and the Commonwealth Whoard raised points under consideration. The government warned that a sudden drop would be inadvisable and urged caution in further replies.
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Gregory
Bremont
Riverina Petition to Prime Minister Calls Referendum
A Riverina deputation led by Charles Hardy presented a petition to Prime Minister Scullin, signed by nearly 60,000 residents, seeking a referendum to alter the constitution for new Federal units or a convention on Riverina’s federation status. Scullin opposed unification reducing sovereign parliaments for a national legislature. The report notes widespread regional financial strain and public works in NSW, including major city projects and diversion of funds.
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Charles Hardy
Riverina
Scullin
Newcastle
South
Wales
Barrow
Ekmoriat and Industria
Usaus
Arbour
Maburtan
Steven
British appeal for free hand to deal with crisis
London reports a government plan for a free hand in crisis management without a full programme. Conservatives may sacrifice a formal election plan on a tariff issue while Liberals might accept tariffs if needs demand. A national leadership role is suggested for MacDonald amid party drift.
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London
Kingsford Smith Heads Toward Rome After Tough Desert Flight
Air Commodore Kingsford Smith, one day ahead of Mollison’s Australia to England record, faces fierce desert dust storms and head winds from Aleppo to Baghdad. He arrived Baghdad at 1 p.m. and departed for Rome at 4 a.m. on Wednesday amid cheering crowds. He called the leg the hardest stage of his career, overcoming storms, faintness, and mechanical issues.
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Kingsford Smith
Aleppo
Rome
Mollison
Australia
Smith
Baghdad
Tor
Aerodrome
Feisel Pore
Europe
Task
England
Mollicon
Jongaa
Lot Mighty
Polar Quest and Global Gold Totals Reported
London dispatches detail Sir Hubert Wilkins planning a new polar submarine expedition after deeming the Nautilus unsatisfactory. He cites feasible under ice travel and scientific value, while noting past wire communications limits. In Parliament, Mr Snowden cites US and French gold reserves and overall monetary totals, with the two nations holding a large share of the world’s gold at par value.
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London
Sir Hubert Wilkins
Newcastle
Norway
Pole
Aubmarine
Hubert Wukinw
Wea
Holia Ns
Commons
Philly Snowden
United States
France
Ferling
Nautilus To Be Sunk By Gold Holdings Policy
The Shipping Board delayed permission for Sir Hubert Wilkin to sink the Nautilus near Na jy coast while officials review safety. Wilkin argued the crossing was too dangerous, prompting renewed scrutiny of the plan and potential coastal actions by Gold Holdings.
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Warrington
Turaday
Feeavaton
Siik
Mea
Na Jy
Sir Hubert Wilklin
The
Shipping Board
Reet
Sir Hubert Wilkin
Nel
Large U S gold shipment leaves New York for France and Switzerland
A U S A New York dispatch reports a roughly 2 million ounce gold shipment, the largest to the United States in over two wars, sailing today for France and Switzerland aboard the liners Europa and Italia. The bulk is destined for France as Britain declares gas measures.
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New York
Jenya
United
Wingle Diy
France
Switzerland
Europa
Aguttania
Britain
Germany Considers Leaving Gold Standard Rumor
London reports a German move toward abandoning the gold standard with market turmoil. Berlin routes closed, US gold holdings down sharply by 8.997 million dollars as banks brace for further exports to Europe.
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London
Times
Germany
Berlin
Evolution Theories Of Scientists Debated In London
Tuesday discussion in London on evolution featured new theories by scientists and religious figures. Bishop Barnon argued that inhabitants of other worlds would be beyond or equal to human mental levels, signaling a clash between science and faith in shaping views on life beyond Earth.
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London
Barnon
Mr Collins Returns To London After Heavy Talks
The financial adviser to Australia, Mr Collins, arrived in London after attending a Geneva League Assembly session. He faced questions on the Australian exchange issue and said reforms would come fairly quickly, though he would not comment on how broadly the exchange might operate.
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London
Tuba
Australia
Mr Collins
Haggard Flyer Refuels Before Baghdad Flight
Kingaford Bemith arrived in Bagdad after a grueling leg, refueling briefly then continuing a 30 minute delay. He appeared haggard with tired eyes as sandstorms and headwinds forced a high altitude flight and near zero visibility.
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Bagdad
Tununday
Kingaford Bemith
Jusk
Bunhire
Coal Output on the Increase
MEWCABTLE reports coal output rising with 509 tons removed from the mine in the northern field, compared with the prior month. Year to date totals exceed 2.2605,100 tons hauled, amid broader discussions on energy capacity and future development plans.
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Mewcabtle
Minet Im
Labour Expulsions From National Government Supporters
The Labour Party executive decided that all members who supported the National Government must automatically resign from Labour. Prime Minister MacDonald and ministers Snowden Thomas, Wittam and Jowite face expulsion as Parliament entries and MPs are affected.
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London
Labour Party
Mr. MacDonald
Abd Masara
Philip Snowden
J. H. Thomas
Bie Wittam
Overhaul Order Issued At Henden Aerodrome Arrival
ALondon report states an overhaul order was issued within 38 hours of Kingaferd Brith arrival at Henden aerodrome. The action requires the hse to complete the overhaul, with authority attributed to the London operation.
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London
Henden
Unclear Royal Air Route Signals From Croydon Aerodrome
London dispatches report uncertainty over whether Kingeford will land at Croydon or Manchester Aerodrome. Preparations are described as potentially ready for a homeward flight if needed, with no news from Kingeford yet and expectations that London will soon be informed.
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London
Kingeford
Croydon
Manedon
Kingeford Hmiit
Treasury bill maturity during Westminster Bank renewal
The exchange scene notes that Treasury bills matured with the Westminster Bank on the stated day. Arrangements were made to renew at a higher rate, reflecting the period’s financial adjustments and policy stance as discussed by Mr. Theodore in reply to Mr. Hoaaing.
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Ima
Hoaaing
Theodore
Westminster
Government opens 42101 savings bank accounts in AYDNEY
Government reports 42 101 new savings bank accounts opened including 1 024 school accounts. Leader of the Blue Opposition Mr Havin opened an account at the Mend Office today.
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Aydney
Blue Opposition
Havin
Mend Ofice
Landon Tseday Currency Exchange Note
A fragment lists exchange rates for Paris to the Catectina New York 2 defiary i canta Ameroins 1 florins Matin A tire Berit 16 marks Copenhagen 17 kroner Oni I kroner Medrid ATL fenata Montrsal 4 dollars 20 cents. The text appears as garbled historical rate details with multiple currencies and cities.
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Landon
Tseday
Paria
New York
Ameoians
Copenhagen
Montrsal
Churchill’s Dealings Stir London News on Sterling Stand
In London on Tuesday the National Ministry spoke of balancing the built and warned no government will lack purpose. Churchill asserted farmers would be affected, mourners draped in crepe. He warned that if the sterling and gold standard shifted, negotiations with France and America would compel terms.
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London
Jored
Winston Churchill
Liverpool
France
America
Epid-Hoard
Phelps Accepts Challenge in London Tug-of-War Context
A distorted report notes a world champion skater accepting a challenge to run a 90 mile course at Lim Augeien. It mentions preparations, potential funds, and a return over the same route, with financial implications and acceptance details.
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London
Secession Talk Shocks Nationalist China From Provinces Near Korea
President Chiang and Vice Commander Chang Haue Hsiang report telegrams claiming Fengtien and Kirin provinces seek secession. The message cites support from certain sources and prompts Manchuria retake plans. Communist teachers urge incorporation into the Nationalist army. Local rickshaw workers pledge manifestos to inspire student action.
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Shanghai
Chiang Kei Shek
National Army
Chang Haue-Hsiang
Fengtien
Kirin
Korea
Wttanic
Handu
Manchuri
Martial Law Reported in Hong Kong Naval Forces Landed
Tokis reports martial law in Hong Kong after patrols order on the waterfront and naval landings. Six more people died from knife and club injuries as rioting and stone attacks continued amid declared emergency.
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Bhanghat
Tokis
Hong Kong
Goode Report Obscures Goode Allegations Debate in Assembly
In the Legislative Assembly today Mr. Bavin of the Opposition challenged the Premier over withholding the Crown Law Office report on the Railway Commission’s rationale for the dimming of Mr. C. J. Goode. He argued secrecy implied guilt and pressed for full disclosure.
Public control of banking system proposal features in Labour party papers
The Labour Party National Executive prepared resolutions for submission to the Scarborough conference outlining public control of the banking system with terms like national investment and associated reforms. The document discusses high salary appointments and authority to override railway authorities, criticizing a premier for perceived patronage and conflicts of interest.
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London
Ao National
Investme
Labour Party
Scarborough
Malary
Siowers
Brand
Jad Ann Min
Wader
Heavier Taxation in Indian Finance Reported
The executive council reviewed new taxation measures including higher import duties a surcharge on income and a lowered value added tax. The plan also calls for reductions in army expenses and government salaries aligning with proposed budget cuts amid fiscal tightening.
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Caleta
Pasay
Busan
Atter Finance
Ade
Acutter
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