Fenton resigns over Ottawa tariff policy and freedom to vote
Postmaster-General Mr J E Fenton resigns from the Federal Cabinet after disagreeing with the Ottawa tariff revisions. He told ministers he could not support the new policy and handed his resignation to the Prime Minister. The move follows Hawker’s recent departure, leaving two cabinet vacancies to fill. Lyons signals unlikely coalition talks, while Fenton pledges to back full protection and defend Australian industry and agriculture.
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Lyons
Ottawa
J. E. Fenton
Fenton
Lnd
Commerce
Hawker
Restarday
Moe
Bari
London
Australia
Penton
Previres
Commonwealth
Lang
New Wales
Akan Hy Wyotee
Whief Croutly
Mr. Fenton
Anow
Narralicy
Large Estates Question in State Parliament
In the NSW parliament a question raised concerns land values and potential confiscation. The discussion cites unimproved land valued at extensive amounts and debates remedies and measures, including machinery and policy steps, amid calls for action on land tax and settlement.
Guns in Crime Increased Use Viewed Seriously
The annual report of the Police Department notes a rise in firearm use by criminals and recommends strengthening the Pistol Licence Act to bolster police powers and penalties. The report also highlights increased violence in incidents involving property and firearms while noting improved public behavior in the Blaine area.
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Rydney
Explosion at King’s Cross Building Sparks Panic in Sydney
A gelignite blast at a King's Cross building in Sydney caused widespread alarm as residents streamed from doorways. Police hunt three youths linked to the incident. The blast sent screams through the street and prompted firefighters to respond amid reports of lingering danger and odor from the scene.
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Sydney
King’s Cross
Laren
Pote
Fee
Pune
Mtrenia
William Street
Kirkland Reoad
Zee
Underwriting Of Conversion Loan In New York
The premier, Mr Miavena, told the Legislative Assembly the underwriting of the New York conversion loan is the lowest on record and the total cost will not exceed three quarters of one percent. Considering redemption at par, the effective yield is £4 1/2 percent. The government saves about 40 percent in negotiating the loan versus prior years, with underwriting in London at 40 shillings per cent and the last American loan at 20 per cent.
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Sydney
Tuseday
Miavena
Legislative Assembly
Jag Convamion
London
De Valera Seeks London Conference With Dominions Secretary
A note from Mr. de Valera states he will return from Geneva and wants to meet Dominions Secretary J A Thomas in London. The meeting at the Dominions Office will include Neville Chamberlain, Lord Rothermere, and possibly Sir John Simon. Topics include future land condition amendments and current economic relations between Ireland and Britain.
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London
de Valera
Geneva
Dominions
J. A. Thomas
Dominions Office
Themes
Neville Chamberlain
Exchequer
Lord Hatthan
John Biman
Great Britain
Britain takes lead in armament impasse
The Foreign Office announced that Britain has asked France Germany and Italy if views could be exchanged at a London meeting to discuss difficulties caused by Germany's withdrawal from the disarmament conference.
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London
Foreign Office
France
Germany
Italy
Hughes Praises Bruce for Noted Australian Efforts
Geneva Tresany reports Mr. W. M. Hughen praised Mr. Bruce for his achievements in the New South Wales conversion. The praise notes Bruce's tact and courage and predicts a far-reaching impact on Australia’s credit at home and abroad amid hostile international sentiment.
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Geneva
Tresany
W. M. Hughen
New South Wales
My. Bruce
Bruce
Public Service Appeal Over Basic Wage Variation
A NSW Public Service appeal against a wage reduction was heard by the Tax Summary Commission. President Justice Browne ruled that the relevant 1901 Public Service Salary Act was not applicable to the variation and ordered changes affecting thirty seven Crown employee awards. The Railway and Tramway Clerks Association appeal and the Government Railways Refreshment Rooms staff appeal were allowed in similar fashion.
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Bydney
Public Service Association
Ta- Sumeluy
Justice Browne
Browne
New South Wales
Fiats v Kirkland Road explosion disrupts Williams Street
Investigation described a gelignite bundle with a long wax cord detonating on Kirkland Lane. A shop doorway shattered, concrete stops blown 40 yards away, crowd rumors of warfare, police evacuations, and a well known businesswoman assaulted as three youths fled in the dark. Police hope arrests will follow.
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Kirkland Road
Williams Street
King's Crom
Sulithon Wan
Kirkland Lane
Deadly attempt on inspector's home in Greymouth
An explosion struck the roof of Police Inspector Lopdell’s Greymouth residence this morning. One person was injured as the house sustained damage. Authorities believe the act was retaliation linked to Inspector Lopdell's actions against liquor traders.
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Wellington
N.Z
Weanonday
Lopdell
Greymouth
Lapdeil
De Valera Welcomed by London Crowd
Crowds in London greet Eamonn de Valera as he is escorted to a waiting car after police pushback amid slogans praising the republic and denouncing Mac Neill. de Valera declines to issue a statement.
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DE Valera
London
Trinhrealdenia
Lon
Mr. de Btation
MacNeill
Mixed Reactions in China and Japan to Lytton Report
The Lytton Commission report on Manchuria draws mixed, cautious responses. China welcomes the findings yet fears League impotence to enforce them, while Japan denounces misrepresentations and pledges to continue its Manchurian policy despite Geneva. A Tokyo dispatch notes Japan seeks non-interference from the League.
Chinese Attitude Toward Japanese Aggression
Geneva powerless against a mailed fist as Lytton report shows China cannot enforce principles against armed action. Officials doubt the report will deter Japan's territorial aims. Nanking remains alert while Chinese leaders seek clear punishment for Japan if treaties are breached.
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Shanghai
Lytton
Japan
America's Peril Amid Gold Standard Debate
President Hoover addressed a Turmera audience urging a selective annual payment on war debts to extend foreign markets for agriculture. He promised no tariff on farm products and stressed protection of agriculture where needed, presenting a cautious approach to financial policy.
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Deh Moinen
Tuenaoy
Hoover
Turmera
Papal Legate Expelled From Mexico
Papal Legate Moneignor Ruiz Flores and two Interior Department agents flew from Mexico City to the United States after the government ordered his expulsion. The action was officially ordered by the government.
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Mexico City
Moneignor Ruix Flores
Department of the Interior
United States
Hls
Parliament Votes to Extend Sitting Hours Amid Budget Debates
The Legislative Assembly agreed to suspend rules to meet at 2.30 p.m. on Tuesdays and 11 a.m. on Wednesdays and Thursdays and sit past 10.80 p.m. The Opposition warned of power overreach as Government supporters faced potential resignations. Debate touched on budget, agriculture, and reform bills with references to world stability and monetary policy.
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Bydnwy
Stevena
Legislative Assembly Tof
Tang
Htevens
Thenurh
Hoover
France
United States
Inquiry Held Over Coupon Fraud in Town
A police inquiry followed a complaint about anomalies in fuel relief coupons at a country centre. Investigations suggest a fraud scheme involving a farekeeper and a local constable. After review, officers were set to duty and town payments show a significant drop.
Grocer Captures Four Thieves At Gunpoint
A grocer held four men at gunpoint after they entered his shop near Armeline early this morning. He restrained them until the wife summoned help. The four suspects were later charged with burglary and stealing.
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Rydney
Peter Hill
Armeline
Mola
World Berries Report of Intelligence Publication Leak
In a Reuters style notice, a world information leak is detailed with a vague account of a publication from an intelligence bureau. The report mentions an unnamed organization and a date placeholder, indicating a semi public disclosure of sensitive data.
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Reuters ‘World Berries
Miher Acural Mourens of
Nyersn Intaliganse Publidihad
Ania Imus
Tasmanian Bowler Noah to Play for South Melbourne
The Tasmanian fast bowler Noah, who debuted in tests against South Africa, will play for South Melbourne this season.
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Melbourne
Wotmnaday
Noah
South Melbourne
Vaeterian Minister Expresses Surprise
Vaeterian Minister expresses surprise at Romewiver gathering as he confirms plans to visit Melbourne. The secretary Macfarlans delivers remarks about the Commonwealth Penalty and Methodist lay teachers, though interruptions arose. The minister announces a conference and exhibition schedule amid confusion.
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Meldourne
Chiat
Macfarlans
Romewiver
Cronnwall
Tor Generst
Rent Reduction Act Foreshadowed in Parliament
Government ministers signaled a new rent reduction measure as Parliament weighed extending the Rent Reduction Act beyond the war. Mr Wert and Mr Martin spoke on preventing rent hardship and considering measures to preserve tenants. The ministry would draft a plan before any formal decision.
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Rvdney
Wadnister
Tasaitiativ
S37
Bhaanah
Minit For Justice
Wert
Martin
Manaure
Bhannon
Postal Theft Case Involving Postmaster General Property
A damaged report from Sydnet indicates a postal theft case with £500 loss. Names appear garbled but reference to Francis Lawrence Quillinr and a 28 month sentence. Court appearance by Mr Hésoh is noted, with unclear details about the review of the case and involved parties.
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Sydnet
Quarer
Loday
Feancis Lawrence Quillinr
Famat
Hésoh
Victorian Ministry Averts Dancer Crisis Amid Financial Fears
A confused fragment notes fear the government might be texted on financial agency concerns. It mentions Stanley Argyle and a promise that the government is prepared to consider actions. The readable portions focus on ministry reassurance and potential policy responses during a tense financial period.
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Mmlaourna
Wranssdar
Mortengens
Ty Promisr
Stanley Argyle
Sa" Sovernmant
Japan Rejects League Policy On Manchuria Stance
Tokyo rejects the Lytton report citing bias in favor of China and asserts Manchuria remains outside League influence. The government vows to counter misinterpretations and urges the Assembly not to meddle in Manchurian affairs.
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Tokio
Japan
Manchuria
Nathon
League
League costs fall heaviest on Australia and four others
The Budget Committee reports Australia bears the heaviest per capita cost to the League, ahead of Canada Switzerland Denmark and Norway. It notes Australia pays five shillings more per capite than Britain. The Assembly is expected to conclude on October 13.
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Orweva
Tusaday
Australia
League
Nore Werlan
Hunbee
Wit
Canada
Witeerland
Denmark
Norway
Britain
Tragic Cart Collision Left Driver Decapitated
A man was decapitated and dragged for a mile by a cart after a bolt struck the vehicle near Archhuist Creek Road in Newstead. The cart overturned, severing the driver from the vehicle, with observers noting clothing snag and the wagon wheel tearing away.
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Archhuist Creek
Mewstead
Betes
Fire damages factory in Briton area
Damage estimated at 2000 was caused by a fire that broke out in Briton this morning. Firemen saved valuable machinery and prevented injuries to workers as roofs and timberwork were destroyed before the blaze was brought under control.
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Melbourwe
Woansetay
Canaed Br
Brtunion
Baverel
Hed Parrow
Trom
Wiram
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