Late Mr W A Holman Brilliant Career
Sydney June 5 Former New South Wales Premier Mr W A Holman KC member for Martin in the House of Representatives died in Sydney aged to mark the passing of a leader who held the premiership record for continuous service since August 10 1918. He had long served as a minister of the Crown and his career spanned eras of cabinet reshuffles.
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Sydney
W. A. Holman
K.C
Martin
House of Representatives
Anld
New South Wales
Flind
Holin
Australine
Holwan
Stevens Weighs NSW Seat Battle After Premier’s Death
Rumors that Premier Stevens could contest the vacant New South Wales seat after Mr. Howden’s death are not seen as serious in Canberra. Officials warn Stevens resignation would threaten the government as it faces critical September elections. Stevens is reportedly personally involved in discussions about contesting the seat.
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Stevens
New South Wales
Hotwn
Can Neera
Unlicensed revolver case tests firearm capability
In a case against Frederick Richard Clifton the defence claimed the revolver could not discharge a bullet. A court adjourned for a live-fire test where three cartridges clicked harmlessly before a fourth exploded, leading to a guilty plea and a £2 fine plus costs, with the weapon confiscated.
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Rick Richard Clifton
Altuffer
Wolver
Simpson
Clifton
Simpeon
Alterferguoted
Frederick Richard Clifton
Pa Fendant
Altorfer
Mergeast Simpeons
Ergeant Himpeon
C Dove
Carridges
Ther
Alton
Bimpeon
Continent
Deal
Simpann
Federal plan for rural rehabilitation and unemployed absorption
Canberra June a discussion under way on a federal scheme with states to rehabilitate rural areas, absorb the unemployed, and promote wheat farming and agricultural industries. The Prime Minister Mr Lyons may announce the plan at the Promina meeting. The scheme envisages substantial funding to develop work under Commonwealth supervision with state cooperation, subdividing rainfall districts and offering liberal term loans for scientific farming training.
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Canberra
Lyons
Commonwealth
Fund drive for WA Blind Institute sparked by Geraldton meeting
A public meeting led by Mayor Geo Lent in Geraldton discussed raising funds for the WA Blind Institute. About forty attended including local officials. Plans formed for a fundraising association and a series of events, with committees named to organize a children’s fancy dress ball, a bridge tournament, and support from local clubs, churches, and groups.
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Neil Chambers
Geo
W.A. Blind Institute
Victoria Institute For the Blind
Geraldton
K. B. Halley
Aset
W.A
Chapman
Om Me
Curlewis
Wan
Newlands Chapman
AR Gershen
Bowring
R .Garter
G. E Kewell
Mins
Ruy Webb
H. T. Bowring
Stewart
W.R. Campbell
W. R. Campbell
Ttch
E. (. Stewart
EAL
Geraldton Repertory Club
Optimnts
Clwb
Northampton
Miew Bmall
Mra Row Drage
Guild of St. Margaret
Toe H
Boy Scouts
Racing at Geraldton Cup Next Saturday
The concluding day of the winter meeting at Utakarra is set for Saturday with weights finalised by the Yataen meeting. Contenders include High Shot in Open Handicap and Six Furlongs race entries Pagan God Aleta Red Glare Jackeroy. Second race features six furlongs with Pagan God and Red Glare among starters. Final handicap lists Little Children, Do Love to Laugh and Play in a tribute to youth with Peppermint Cure noted.
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Vietorian
Utakarra
Yataen
Geraldson
Tyders
Ceeneetta
Coure
Katuniay Nest
Pagan God
Aleta
Boneaby
Warrivale
Peridu
Postage Reduction Debate Probed by Officials and Minister
Melbourne officials discuss cutting letter postage from two pence to one and half pence. Westminster General Mr Parkhill and Director of Postal Office T Brown plan next steps with the Minister. Officials estimate a revenue loss around £1,000,000 if the village option proceeds.
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Melbourne
Westminster-General
Parkhill
HE T. Brown
Varnioid and Vaculoid Piles Remedy Claim
A curious home remedy claim asserts Varnioid, with Vaculoid, can cure piles by removing the cause and improving lower bowel circulation. The ad promises a simple, safe treatment with an “almost unbelievable” record, suggesting avoidance of operation and urging trial today.
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Jaeon Haedt
Anc
Lumbago Relief Promised by Kruschen Salts Adverts
An old letter-style ad promotes Kruschen Salts as a swift lumbago and backache remedy. The writer claims long relief from pain after using the product, praising its efficacy and availability in stores at a listed price per bottle.
Daring Robbery at McMaster’s Jewellers in Melbourne
A well dressed man entered McMaster’s jewellers in Melbourne in June and stole diamond rings valued at £1000. He fled in a car as the jeweller fired four shots after him. Bullets narrowly missed two bystanders. An abandoned stolen car was later found at North Melbourne.
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Melbourne
McMaster’s
McMaster
McMaw
Wattie
North Melbourne
Sale of Peron Peninsula Sheep Postponed to June 20
The sale of sheep on the Peron Peninsula, originally set for the 15th, is postponed due to delivery delays. The auction now occurs on Wednesday, June 20, with bidders advised to note the revised date and attend as planned.
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Peron Peninsula
Biden
Smith
Winkwera
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