Seamen Union Orders Stoppage Across Interstate Ships
In a 2000-strong meeting seamen vote to instruct crews of three interstate ships to give 24 hours notice at 5 p m. today. The Sydney action affects 26 interstate vessels in port with possible spreading to Melbourne and other ports and may be binding across states. A special meeting of at least 150 is needed to revoke the decision, likely keeping the action in effect through Monday.
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Sydney
Melbourne
JestaTRIKE CALLED OFF MELBOURNE MEETING
A union meeting in Melbourne ended the strike action after negotiations. Members paused further aims and resolved to continue talks with management to address outstanding concerns.
New Guard Seamen Challenge Attack On Scullin
Sydney reports a confrontation as the New Guard Seamen issue a challenge to Mr Scullin. The dispute centers on political tensions within the union movement with tribune statements from Campbell and critics forecasting industrial strain.
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Mr. Scullin
Sydney
Hounen
He Teun
Campbell
Vraden and Labour
Connell
Aldernan
Ride
Mayer Anke
Camplill
Government Watch Dense Debate on Trade and Commerce
A Senate debate centers on a new report extending trade measures across ports. Senator Haris answers questions about government plans to preserve commerce while stressing progress without harming the country's mercantile capacity.
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Bip Ovorgu
Hieux
Renner Burner
Haris
Vie
Safeguard For Parliamentary System Report Text
Sydney report from the Town Clerk conference discusses reforms to support parliamentary government. It notes concerns about executive control and public accountability amid revolving leadership and election wordplay.
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Sydney
Marlin Moti A
Heaton
Pyaten
Martin Ningun
Minors Federation Seeks Exemption From Explosives Tax
The Minors' Federation urged an exemption from the explosives tax with Mr James presenting the matter in the Haven of Representatives. Theodore replica noted the issue was under consideration and a commission with the Tax Commissioner discussed possible discrimination and a potential rebate.
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Minors
Jamen
Haven of Representatives
Theodore
We- Leen
Mineread
Railways Uniform Gauge Debate Highlights Unemployment View
Mr. W. M. Hughes urges consideration of uniform railway gauge to aid employment in Australia. Representatives yesterday discussed links between gauge issues and job prospects, with ministers weighing potential economic impact and policy options.
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Australia
Hughes Wahoo
Britain Faces Price Stability Challenge in Imperial Currency Debate
A London Rotary Club discussion highlights Britain's struggle with internal price stability and the potential lessons from Imperial currency policy. The talk notes concerns over economic alarms and the role of public trust in sustaining stability amid international pressures.
Cabinet secrets and tariff debate split cabinet supporters
Snowden reveals cabinet divisions over tariff policy as ex-ministers back a revenue tactic. Details show rifts among key figures including Arthur Howtenton and Graham, with support for or against a proposed plan affecting industry, wages, and imports.
First Forecast Of Easy Government Win Amid Labourites Clash
The report outlines a forecast of a strong national government majority amid Labour tensions. It cites cabinet discussions on unemployment pay cuts and budget balancing with the Bank of England and Bank of Rowland, noting disputes over economic policy and financial assurances.
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CMP
Hmowden
Labour
Pak
Ayanan
Knowden
Haein
York
Rome
Macbon
Hareisan
Bank of Rowland
England
Hank
Econarien
Alo
Air race rivals seek new England Australia record
An Australian airman named Butler competes with two brothers, Tan, as they prepare powerful new planes for a record flight from England to Australia. The contenders line up to set a faster crossing, with lanes and race strategy shaping the attempt.
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England
Australia
Butler
Tan
Two Brothers Plan Air Dash to Australia Record
Kenneth and Leslie Hamilton prepare an experimental monoplane with a 16 horsepower engine at Maglane Aerodrome to race to Darwin and back. They aim to break Mr. Maltinan's long-distance record, guided by their prior aviation work and connections from London routes and the Indian Army era.
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London
Kenneth
Leslie Hamilton
Australia
Maglane
Autier
Darwin
Mr. Maltinan
Atx
Wan
RLA
India
Arabia
Kenneth v O Ravikwlor
Troia
Butler's Flight In New Type Plane
Butler of Cootamundra Australia aims to beat the ten day air record in a Comper Swift powered by a Papley engine. Pilot Piet Muller, regarded as highly capable, will attempt from Darwin to reach Williamstown and other points across Queensland and New South Wales.
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Haniland
Australia
Enanatiman
Piet OW. A. Scott
C. Av] Butler
Cootamundra
New South Wales
Daewin
Vacuums Company
Kydney
Avatralian
Picot Muller Ie
Aviaton
Commonwealth
Queensland
Victoria
Unettalia
al Ayo
Yank Vaamith
New South Walaa
Art Find In N Z Shop Sparks Rare Masterpiece Mystery
An Auckland second hand shop yielded a painting later identified as signed by a 16th century master Guide Rani. Palmerston North art expert J. L. Welahtr purchased it for 2/6 and estimates its value around £20,000. The discovery raises questions about provenance and authenticity.
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Auckland
J. L. Welahtrman
Palmerston North
Rani
Sir Robert Horne Involved in Platform Incident
London reports Sir Robert Horne faced a disruptive youth at Hillhead Picture Palace. He sprang onto the platform to subdue the intruder as others restrained the youth and attempted to remove the candlestick. He later returned to the platform and expressed regret.
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London
Sir Robert Horne
Hillhead Picture Palace
Olungow
Robert Horne
Nome
Bank Failures Record Month in U S A and Gold Holdings
The bank failures surged in September reaching a record level with 298 failures and deposits totaling 271 million dollars the largest monthly total since 1940. American gold holdings remained around 4.4 billion despite reports of foreign gold imports and Argentina and Canada exports. The Federal Reserve noted gold supplies did not immediately affect overall gold available. Of 1,284 banks that failed since year start, 202 have reopened.
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Washington
Wed
United States
England
Canada
Sweating Girl Paid 13 Shillings a Week at Melbourne Factory
Evidence before the Arbitration Court today showed a 31 year old worker at a Malvern clothing factory earning 18 shillings for a full weeks work. She said she was paid 4 shillings 7 pence for two days work and complained when the proprietor was told. Cook, Herald, and Letcher for the Chamber of Manufacturers backed the complaint. Judge Drake Brockman warned action would be needed to stop such exploitation by an employer and community members urged proper authority to intervene.
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Melbourne
Malvern
Arbitration Cour
Clothing Tradt Union
Protoremes
Withena
Cook, Herald
Chamber of Manufacturers
Onion
Drake Brockman
Witnens
Theatres Fail as Mood Saps Broadway Attendance
New York Wednesday reports two major theatre firms The Rhubert Theatre Corporation and AL Woods entering receivership. Rabid attendance declines over two years explain the downturn with debts totalling 3,768,000 dollars. The piece notes broader political policy shifts in Australia tied to reform and devolution proposals.
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New York
America
Rhubert ‘Theatre Corporation
AL Woods
Bbnbert
Wood
United Austlalia Party
Country Party
New Suth Wales
United Movement
Fire devastates cattle station in Alberta blaze
A twelve hour fire at the Prides of Wales High River Station near Edmonton destroyed twelve head of prize cattle. Dr Carlyle, manager, mobilised the staff to fight the blaze which officials suspect started by spontaneous combustion.
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Edmonton
Prides of Wales
High vHiver
Alberta
Prine
Carlyle
Martia
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