New Year Reflections and Resolutions in 1928
A long column blends poetry and prose on New Year themes. It recalls Tennyson and Longfellow, contrasts New Year with Christmas, notes literary expectations for 1928, and cites public mood and literary criticism while observing political and social rituals of the season.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tennyson
Longfellow
Shakespeare
Scott
Byron
Meredith
George Bernard Shew
Barrie
Gor
Thomas Hardy
Matthew Arnold
Elaine Tragedy Bail Granted in Elaine Case
Henry Gray awarded bail amid a convoluted Elaine tragedy case. The lengthy proceedings reference local figures and a court sequence, detailing hearings, sworn statements, and motions as the system processes the incident and its aftermath.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Elaine
Henry Gray
Caledonia Holiday Assembly Guides Calm Scottish Referendum
In a fragmented report, local observers describe a gathering at Rawlins Park chaired by Comin na Feine president HOA. The event promotes homeland sentiment, urging attendance at a festival and vote while noting no significant protests or ad hoc feasts.
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Bates Laon
Giebie Pele
Meadners
Papas Mn Ieee
Syeestodt
Tosciehie
Solanvatis Care
Olome Denimeets
Rawlins Park
Bolboweng
Comin Na Feiine
Hoa
Sudan
Caledonia
Paralyzing events unfold in London and Parliament
A chaotic report details deaths and political tremors as figures like Mir HL, Foran, and Lawson navigate Parliament sessions, with delays for a cabinet meeting and debts. Drained by misfortune, Max Kroger of the Chelong football team suffers a serious medical emergency requiring hospital care. The Commercial Travellers' Association extends condolences to a bereaved widow, sending a wreath and sympathy from its secretary and president.
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Mir
Wall Howe
London
Lauret Cooper
Haytry Walchman
Lawson
Lorton
Alee
Moruinston
Max Kroger
Chelong
Fistemisih
Aioe
Operade
Brownlee Weateniny Othe Commercial Travellers’ Association
Halph Howling
A W. Davin
Best Side Won English Captain’s View Of South African Game
December 28 in Johannesburg after South Africa beat England by 108 runs. Captain Mann blamed missed chances and praised South Africa’s bowlers for a strong display. Taylor’s 170 anchored the chase and he hoped Roussel would be fit for Monday’s test. Crowds cheered as Governor General Prince Arthur of Connaught congratulated the winners. The terms will proceed tomorrow to Capetown for the second test.
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Johannesburg
South Africa
FT. Mann
Booth Africas
Taylor
Roussel
Prince Arthur of
Connaught
Capetown
French finance minister hints at Britain loan terms
Reuters reports in Paris that during a speech at the Chamber of Deputies the French Finance Minister referenced potential financial terms with Great Britain. The remarks touched on a loan or credit arrangement, mentioning an amount around 18.4 million francs, though the context remained unclear.
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Reuter
Paris
Departine
Magnes
Great Britain
Tikal
Federal leadership contest features party splits and talks of Labor keeping seat
In a Sydney driven session the article reports on leadership claims involving Mr Bruce and the government, with Labor discussions to hold firm. It notes party tensions between the Country and Nationalist blocs, and outlines potential outcomes for ministerial leadership, the prime ministership, and upcoming party meetings.
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Prete
Sydney
Aed
Mr Wate
Stuart
Canton
ARC
Cite Peete
Eamhiiel Greertigally
Phuket
Pirie
Wraee
Cefn
Civ
Carera
Fev
Urnce
Thera
Sete
Thenpertyas Senil
Nloe
Iserdor
Piic
de. Page
Srl
Lander
Fhemings
Thipedhin
Celine
Visiting French dignitaries honor Australian war dead
In Melbourne a solemn ceremony on the Bourke Street route saw French officials pay tribute to Australia’s fallen. The gathering underscored shared sacrifice with speeches noting the alliance between Australia and France and the enduring bonds forged in wartime.
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BT. Kilda Road
Goerewerbal
Mika
Natal
Renate Pearce
Percitorien
Ole Alead
Bey
Ivan TiAtlo
Ateneo
Mhotepe
Weber
Melbourne
Villers Tire Fonts
Milan
Sina
Lee
Auetralin
Uberty
Australia
Frances
Brose Shoal
Veriun
France
Hrartie
Vaetetta
Republie
Amstratia
Victorian Senate and House vote totals amid postal and informal ballots
A report outlines irregularities in the Victorian election process with Chief Electoral Officer plans to compile informal votes by division. It notes a low franchise participation in the House of Representatives race and provides district level results for Corie and surrounding electorates, including postal and absentee totals and a tally of votes across multiple divisions.
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House of Representatives
Weetion
Conia
W. Whidburn
Senate
Cally Cottiflete
Whidbren
Melbouree
Corie
Hannackbury
Barwon Wladz
Mollari
Belmont
Wallan Walla Orn
Whittlesea
Sister
Turkish obstinacy met by stern action in European press
The article surveys a tense stance toward Turkish resistance amid Allied pressures, referencing veto threats, possible rehiring, and front line tension. It notes expected parliamentary and military responses, with mentions of Italy, Greece, and Wisconsin as peripheral references to broader geopolitical anxieties.
Ismet Pasha Warned Nee Lav Sanse Decemtae Us
Fragmented OCR notes discuss Ismet Pasha’s warning stance and Allied reactions. Mentions Lav Sanse, Japanese influence, and Turkish suppression, with fragmented references to Allied schemes and speech comparisons to Terie Pasha. The text is garbled and difficult to interpret.
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Jenl
Beni Baron Hayash
Japan
Froen Alec
Riorrere
Prien
Terie Pasha
Rebels disrupt Irish bread supply amid prison unrest
London dispatch reports Irish rebels active as prisoners riot over bread delivery, with transport and distribution seized. Government steps in as disturbances spread, prisoners attacked, and authorities promise action while rumors of further meetings deter. Galway jail hosts released detainees amid ongoing tension.
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Rome
Troha
Clore Cymnty
Dublin
Frriday
Galway
Ireland
German Finances and Reparations Debate Amid War Strain
A garbled report discusses Germany's ability to pay reparations and the Allies’ demands. It notes plans to present a financing offer at upcoming talks, with bankers and governments examining options and timing for payments. The piece hints at strict controls and potential concessions as discussions proceed.
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Staten Chanter
Huby
Germany
Paris
Willan
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