Miners Council Moves for General Strike Across Australia
Central Council of the Miners Federation votes for a general strike to protest wage cuts. Aggregate coal will be held in mining fields next Wednesday with strike to begin Monday September 19 if agreed. Wages to remain unchanged, demand six hour day and five day week, and harsher penalties for unemployed members.
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Sydney
Central Council of the Miners’ Federation
Australia
Wonthaggi
Barrier
Highest yet New England wool clip tops market
New England wool prices surged amid strong competition from Japan and other buyers. The Avance sale week saw an average price of 4.3 shillings per pound over three days, with a total of 4,000 bales offered, 2,240 sold at auction and 1,026 privately.
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New England Ap
Japan
Cos
New England
Meat trade award photo and report from Australia
A May 8 report from London and Sydney notes that Mr Bruce’s mission in Australia led to new awards but yielded little in response to financial questions. The commissioner’s room in Canberra opened two hours after arrival to an audience of British journalists and officials, with evidence taken and assurances given about reforms but few concrete disclosures.
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London
Mavomt
Wa Beal
Sight Bydney
Thoreley
England
M. Bric
Aer
Buen Geerastland
New South Wales
Australia
MT/tqusy
Cearbrnn
Cain
Award for 14-hour work in Quebec and Cumberland region
Nonsensical OCR fragment describes a wage rule and shop hours in a wartime Quebec Cumberland area. Mentions Brisbane city, New South Wales, and Tasmania style timing, shop hours from 4:30 pm to 2 pm, and Saturday reductions. Contains many garbled terms and inconsistent geography.
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Tee Award Proviten
Queetatan
Bawp
Cumberland
Oxnor Haun
New South
Brisbane
Enasland
Regen
County of Cumberland
Lee
Census to be Taken on June 30 Next
The proclamation in Miseray’s issue announces a census to be conducted between mid June and late June. It notes the intent of the government to review employment and consular examinations, with Prime Minister Lyone and Mr Lawson among representatives discussing the plan in the capital.
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Miseray
Bowe
Griney
Mulbourne
Lyone
Lawson
Hirisbane
Citlen Te Seraldorya
Loan guess ruled out in London report
The Australian Press Association reports that The Daily Express suggestion of valuing 4½ per cent bonds at 9 to replace the 5¾ per cent issue is erroneous speculation.
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London
Australian Press Association
Daily Express
Bruce
Unclear historical policy shifts cited in early year commentary
The text recounts a mix of strained references to Britain, Australia, and loane terms, hinting at diplomatic stances and trade tensions. It mentions Prime Minister figures, import penalties on cattle, and speculative low temperature experiments, but the fragmentary OCR yields few solid facts or dates for a concise summary.
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Britain
Australia
Australis
Inginia
Teichematani
Howliny
Sil
Mont Alaense
Avister Fa
Syvebridge
Rumor Seeks State Seat Change In Local Politics
A Trader Hall report says Lang may soon depart state politics leaving Heid’s seat to be filled. A. Willis is said to contest Bull wear if Lysisht retires. The present member has been ill for some time.
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Bydney
Thuredey
Lang
Heid
Fanfier
A. ©. Wills
Lysisht
Railway Unions Contest In Court Bynd ey Day
Witnesses in the hearing before the deputy Industrial registrar testified on behalf of the railway unions seeking registration of a new affiliation. Accusations against direct action and force were aired amid disputes over union policy and method. The session adjourned to continue the case tomorrow.
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Bydney
Thoreday
Industriadegistrar
Onanlon
Hallwaymannt
Bod International
Arma
Beeby
Biliey
Crappis
Alr.u
Adstraltaey
A.R.L. Mught
A R.A
Career of Crime Youth Held By Police
Police arrest an 18 year old in connection with a months long theft spree. The youth allegedly burglarized homes at night while occupants slept, targeting empty rooms and belongings. Authorities say the suspect admitted to numerous robberies and is being held for further questioning.
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Aypwry
Canberra Mail Mails Mail Ban to Irish Clergy List
Canberra announces mail deliveries suspended to certain Irish clergy and related figures. The government cites postal act provisions and periodic dispatches from Canberra to Melbourne and Sydney. Clergy names and addresses appear among the affected recipients.
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Mr. Wonton
Lee
Canberra
Melbourne
Wealth Gasetts
Lottera
Sydney
Rey J. Canon
Athlone
Ievland
George Paros
Lunder
Bonator Rae
Pearce
Axlating
Canberra Tren
Wool Derby Dutch Ship to Seek Record
Officials of the Holland Australia Line announce that the motor vessel Tepinbar will sail from Sydney to Dunkirk with wool, aiming to set a speed record. The ship is said to be among the fastest in the line and may break the current 32 days 7 hours 45 minutes period.
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Rydney
Tepinbar
Dunkirk
Vandalism at Salaral Orchard Raises Suspicions
A young man was arrested on a charge of malicious damage after holes appeared in several young trees at an orchard in Salaral. The government analyst examined one tree last Monday. Police suspect an arson attempt linked to ongoing political tensions as local workers mobilize on the election issue.
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Rynney
Salaral
Ploton Duateil
Poleon
Ned Ikwan
Avahay
Mhnday
Catherine Green
Lang
House of
Hocrimne
Merdinguet
Auditor General transfer debated in Commonwealth supply debate
In Parliament yesterday Mr Makin urged moving Commonwealth offices to Canberra, and questioned transferring the Patents Office and the Auditor-General Department. The Auditor-General Mr Cerutty reportedly did not wish to relocate. The Attorney-General said any transfer would be decided in due course and not by seeking staff views.
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Commonwealth
Melbourine
Canberra
House of Representatives
Makin
Fed
Hindmarah
Ifwan
Patents Office
Auditor-Gensram Départment
Cerutty
Himsell
Me Fathom
oMf
Cheaper Sugar Queensland Premier's Concern
Queensland premier voices concern over cheaper sugar imports and impact on local industries. Government pledges study into pricing, jobs, and regional producers while promising safeguards and potential policy responses. Local mills and farming groups express guarded optimism and request clear timelines.
Budget affects state wealth and unity in forced reforms
May affect budget as Premier Lorgan Amith faces strong criticism in the Legislative Assembly. Speaker Tolay TH warns the move would reduce state wealth production and tighten community opening powers. Smith accuses government of targeting major industries first sugar and cotton, now broader economic handling feared.
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Bushane
Slyar
Lorgan Amith
Tolay
i.Ma ‘Smith
Medera
Stevens Sydney testimony on theatre firm linked to Premier attack
Mr Stevens Sydney testified Thursday that William Saurka of Uaytte Theatres Ltd claimed a long standing business tie to the company. He said payments were made for services and that until years ago he had not met Mr Saurka, praising him as the cleanest man in business.
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Sydney
William Saurka
Uayte ‘Theatrea, Ltd
Lang
Mavens
Pervicea
Saurka
Stevens’ Handa
Stevone
Eviction Riots and Police Attacks Reported
In Newcartie on Thursday, defense witnesses claimed police battered men during the trial of seven accused over the Tighe Hirlet incident. Witnesses described attacks by police while others alleged similar abuse, though police denied such actions.
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Newcartie
France
World Conference Delay Sparks London Scrutiny
Report from London notes no knowledge of a definite date for the world economic conference until after the U.S. presidential elections. It is pointed out that preliminary talks at Geneva may finish in time for meetings before mid December, but main work likely won’t be tackled until January.
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London
White
Geneva
Canberra Employment Outlook Promised by Parkhill
In a House of Representatives debate, Interior Minister A Parkhill pledged increased work for Canberra unemployed this financial year. He cited Patents Department transfers and the upcoming Census as drivers of more activity, and hinted at a broader works scheme to employ artisans. He defended government relief spending against opposition claims of neglect.
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Canberra
A. Parkhill
House of Representatives
Patents Department
Parkhill
Blakeley
Federa Capital Ter
Saia
Hinksley
Bret Foeen
New South Wales
Mtr
Tariff Policy View by State Government Leaders
The Premier and the Minister for Labour and Industry told the Legislative Assembly that the government had consulted the Federal Government on tariff changes. They emphasized that the Commonwealth would act with avoidance of unemployment impact and would consider the overall welfare of the nation rather than any single region or industry.
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Bydney
Mr. Stevens
Commonwealth
Oxygen briquette: solid, safe breathing fuel for future ships
Berlin reports solid oxygen briquettes as a new portable supply. The compact form promises continuous oxygen for hours, reducing fire risk and flame exposure. Each crew member would be equipped with a briquette system to prevent suffocation during emergencies.
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Berlin
Mubmarie
Saphyaiating Tyres
Commonwealth Government invites Major Douglas to visit
In Parliament the Prime Minister Lyons announced plans to invite Major Douglas to address Commonwealth advisers. Dr Maloney pressed for details, noting the large expense of foreign advisers and the aim to unite public and private wealth to pay dividends and strengthen credit systems.
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Commonwealth
Douglas
Dus
Perms
Mr. Lyons
House of
Australia
Daag
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