Empire Pageant Reveals Globe-Spanning Explorers and Dominion Theme
A special meeting of representatives in London featured a Dominion-tied Empire Pageant plan. Highlights include early explorers, Elizabethan ventures, Blake’s exploits, colonial transport, Odin and Canada’s settlement, missionary efforts, abolition of slavery, and the rise of trade routes. A separate event showcased a cough riding demonstration at the stadium, with organizers planning a tour of the Dominions and Sudan.
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London
Bee
Wales
Wembley
Donvintown
Lleweston
Miral Blake
Odin
Canada
Pd Australogia
Enterp
Sudan
Mystery of missing airship still doubts linger
London reports persist in doubt over the missing airship Dixmode and the body of Lieutenant Che Medsia Dethrainan found near the wreck. A French search is ordered while London papers express sympathy with France and caution against premature conclusions.
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London
Hewdssing Cauitery Jrship
Te declTioielly
Uae
Farina
Ministry of Marine
Rome
Wimship
Hex Ao
Rocker Bredithward
San Marco
Therishnen
London Ormines
France
Birmude
Anglicans and Rome Absorption Not Union
London, January 25 reports debate on reunion with Rome among Anglican leaders. Clergy reject papal infallibility and supremacy, arguing Union is impossible under current terms. Bishops oppose concessions, noting dispute over authority and reinterpretation of doctrine would prevent any full reconciliations.
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Prega Association
London
Jean Ble
Westminster
Norwood
Berliin
Lereford
Lem
Barron
Church Association
Timite
Engi
Freer
Rome
England
Prayers For Farmer Have Pity On Our Cattle
Fragmentary Australian passage notes a public prayer for cattle welfare and farm prosperity. It hints at agricultural concerns, then shifts to mentions of medical vaccine claims and disease cures, referencing serum and preventive vaccines amid unclear context.
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Lonton
Cheshire
P & Fares Sf
Mons
Ambiguously Reported Statements From Amien War Figure
A garbled report recounts remarks attributed to Mr Bruce in Amiens during events linked to wartime politics. The text references Allied actions, Austrians, French authorities, and memorials, with unclear names and places. The passage terminates amid broad statements on postwar restitution and commemorations.
Free State Army Reforms and Budget Limits
The Free State Government outlines army reorganization modelled on France, plans a one million pound military budget cap, a 2000 strong modern army, and special training programs. Heavy demobilisation to free 10,000 prisoners is proposed, with urgent merger permits anticipated under Dual Government proposals.
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Neuter
Wlblin
Trish Free State
Ministry of Finance Bay
Trade With Canada and Australia Preferential Arangement
The Australian press association reports officials indicating Canada hopes Britain and Australia will harmonize trade preferences. Canada argues Australia should receive similar treatment to Britain, while considering broader reversion of imperial preferential arrangements should events shift policy.
Revenue Returns Increase for Half Year
Revenue figures for the six months show total increases in net revenue and reductions in monthly deficiencies. The December 1924 statement compares with December 1923, indicating a rise in revenue and a smaller monthly gap. The Commonwealth payment altered the monthly deficit, contributing to an overall six month rise of £257,509.
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le Ate
Luet Yeu
Commonwealth
Agreement Establishes British European Air Transport Service
The government and Imperial Air Transport Company Limited plan a European aerial transport service. The firm must fly at least 400 000 miles annually for four years and 1 000 000 miles thereafter. It will be British, with aerodromes and bases under government control in emergencies. The capital is £1,600,000, with two government directors allowed. Construction and engines must be British and pilots and staff must be from the Air Force Reserve or Auxiliary Air Force and British.
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Houter
London
Tha
Imperial Air Transport Company Limited
Handbeg Page, Instonv
Daimler and
Fritsh Marine Air Navigation
Don
Paris
Amsterdam
Southampton
Air Force Reserve
Auxiliary Air Force
Holiday Frivolity Amid Advent Reflections
Fragmented text describes holiday festivities, religious observances, and social scenes. Names like Chit, Tokidupy season referenced, with mentions of parish life, church events, and communal gatherings. The piece blends church ritual notes with seasonal merriment and implied sentiment.
Foray of diplomatic posts and local society notes
The report lists diplomatic appointments including Sir Horace Rumbold as ambassador to Madrid and Esme Howned succeeding him, with Lady Aarrawby and Lady Franee Ryder due to travel to Australia. It also notes the death of Mr. Thomas Polwarth at Colacom Souris and various local happenings in Geelong, including community events, church fund efforts, and court attendance details.
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Momingge
Washington
Estee Huw
Horace Rumbold
Arabosanior
Tate Mu
Allan Francia Cameron
John Squans
Bridawn
Hichton
Perioan
Pe ‘Ssermier
Lawson
Mir Giowwdie
Amd
Wettenstall
Dalhourne
Aml
Bath Syhen
Howse
Cnd
Die Et Whee
Joey Ponden
Geelong Arapital
Phe
Sewtel College
Mir
Cameror
Alaintes
Evelyn
Cine
Geelong
Cmd
Minnie Henry
AL le Curtis
Forfeat
Henry
Mies
Mr. Curtis
J. McChuimops
W. Diarr
Care
Meare Walter
Spewart
J'S.p
Sergent O' Donnell
Harold Mohr
Carr
Coort
Reunion Notice From The New York C.N.F. Society
The article describes a lengthy reunion program with a parade and ceremonial events at Kilton Freea Place and Marble Park, including singing, speeches, and competitions. It lists speakers, performances, and schedules, noting admission and participation details for attendees and participants.
Meredit hoppers visit as district grows popular for leisure
The article notes Meredith gains visitors and growing popularity as a resort area with fishing, nature spots, a beauty spa, and improved transport. A Boxing Night dance at Mechanics Hall raised funds for a court improvements program. A reception at Miss M Conlon's residence marked farewells and gratitude to local hosts and contributors.
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Uni Rivera
Hutinely
Mechanics’ Hall
Berg
Terns’ Court
J. Moran
M.C
Ivo
Misa M Conlon
Wets
Hall
Rei Atte
Croft
J. Holt
Saint Paul's church service notes and sermons
The report describes a Christmas season service at St Pauls with choral singing and an evening anthem. The Vicar preached from Matthew 6 25 about not worrying for daily needs, amid post Christmas decor and community observations.
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ST. Paul
St Pauls
Aewalie
Brent
Branley Elollom
Thor
Revered Sermon at Aberdeen Street Church by Rev. Hinton
The Aberdeen Street Church held both services conducted by Rev. W. H. Hinton. The sermon drew on Romans and Galatians, emphasizing that all events work for good and exploring Israel’s fate, divine love, and lessons from the vineyard parable despite human failings and wars.
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Aberdeen ST. Baptist
Aberdeen
W. HH. Hinton
Paul
Gal
Ternel
Israel
Bargains At Frocks And Watches Stamp Bradley Lane Store
Mie Caldwell highlights bargains across striped and plain frocks priced around five dollars and seventeen and a quarter, plus maroon and seaside frocks. Crabtree advertises special bargain lists with hats shades and ladies and gents outfits. Bradley and Lane promote gift items and wristlet watches with reliable movements at moderate prices.
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Mie Caldwell Ia
Crabtree
Tasuanaeet An Parky
Meipeul
Bedi Bargela
Bradley Ad Lane
Leclee
Open Air Services at Teeter near the Dam
An irregularly legible notice describes open air services at a Teeter location near Dampier and Tyreite. It mentions participants or organizers including names like Sheena Lite and Hagaquerae, with scattered references to a gym, county or district terms, and several unclear terms.
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Dampier
Jameifeley Foe
Chinese shop raided amid unclear report
An unclear OCR fragment reports a raid on a Chinese shop on a street in an unspecified city. Names, dates, and exact actions are illegible, leaving missing details about who conducted the raid, the outcome, and any arrests or charges.
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MR. Bruce
Amiens
Stontor
Stanley
Pete
Priertion Ag Kretely Mulitary Arc
Vrqoe
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Aren
Mondian Court
Brae
Auetralia
Munch
Craigs LeeToys
Theoe
Pia
Austen Vrtsee
Free State Army
Attar
Tess Anrop
Australia
Britain
Ceredina
AIR Transport Company
Peter
Aaliedingie
Finn
Roy
Hughes Maemyth
C.N.F
Weiter
Viana
Martenes Ettote
Kierlinia Park
Campbell Grane
Ty Gawlone
Una Meelanios
Heacnat
Meredith
Varaa Street Methodist
Lewis
Methodist Central
Micco Bowe
Tally Ho
Wan
Phucity
Barwyoe
Andy Atitage
Yarra Street
Ar Mbans
Sestembis
AL Varta
Clare
Mule
Mreerver
Boveyeign
Keleemer
Aleds Ormanen
Watte Byrne
Open Air Services
Wabi
Garul
Gimcerely
VOGUE
GEO, Strong & Son
Ryrie Street
Ballarat
Limite i
Maryries
Melbourne
Bilixch
Collins Street
Actibory Board
Cutie
Pard-op Ci
Toyetme
Lepd
Taterest
Mdj
Mitchel
Norman J. Opie Tateqe
We Colhitie
Babwon Chambers
Msortberrees
Stott & Son, Jewellers
Opes
Newtine
Western Distric Timgete Company Pty
Lavlanade
Hequtfeseenn Siapyalaind
Cyclibts
Mitch
Tecome Torone Thearhen
ENR
Anna
Melitta Atria
Fermantioy
Tarlington
Chipeta
Mevve
Odule Pharm Toy
Relais
Peary
Pepe
Ted
Fantel
Hocerteeper
Sundaes
Fanteyonmst
Vyanten
Howard Browns
Tel
Finalid
Rewzambie
Eorertaln Tty Ltd
Slercerst
Ennetts
Nto Pettitt
Robertsos Pty
Mercer+t
W Egan
WEGAN
Jammeatrest
Gealnog
Malop Street
Andrews
Ofer and Depot
Gan Artsi
P. Kendall
C. Andrews
Ie Ryrtestreet
Heares
A. R. Parsons
Harker
FORD
Nice
Rankey
Chevrolet
MoTon Cycles
Douglas
Balanes
Tovie
Winter & Taylor Pty Ltd
ROICE
Malop Airest
Neat Town
Geelong West
Mel Bonese
A. E
Gorell
Ronwerker Ne Seamangey
R. Clittleton Plas
Alan
Evrie-Street
Monee
Cory Bongalows
the Queen of Cooking
Posiim
Geslung Ladually
Meecer Street
Amas Gifts
Meccamo, Wansbrik and Pint
Edere- Mena Toys
Ad Merhanenl Toys
Thevelas
Ate
Bonn
Thror Nts & Son
Jean Thorsuin
A J Reilly
Hrolomrage
Cpp Poute Free Library
Toe Aroommeda Tin
Barrett
Thy
HI Malod Etreat
Victoria Hintel
Lea
Keach-perade
Drdmoonita
I Arnott
Asphaltor
Lara Alf
Fram Sinney der Adu TV
Hbihoen
Yypoten van
Orage
Pirpie
Seena
Pyasreb
Martied
ArAvaneles, Dowkle
Anal
LE Yarrie Etpeet
Tous
Sherwie-Williams
Stein
Prttitt Robertson
Mércer Street
Fiseong
Pele
Sherein Willis Pertti
Eelong
A. Cameron
Jopp White
Freedman & Son Ars Monet
Treiley
Tdi
Feeedman & Son
Moana
Ee Carmar Meerabe
Malop
Berk
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