Earthquake Appals Wellington Children in Narrow Escape
June 23 Wellington reports ongoing quake shocks across Westport Murchison Netcom regions. Students from New Piet school endured a terrifying escape as debris and collapses forced a chaotic dash toward safety. A slide struck the building injuring several. rescuers aided students with bruises and scrapes.
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Wellington
Westport
Murchison
Netcom
Teseber
Newt Piet
Auake
Anh
Karamea Isolated After Storm And Tremors
A report from Wantport describes Karamea after a major quake and storm. The County Council chair requests aid as roads, wharf, and bridges are damaged. Families, including women and children, are moved to high ground as aftershocks continue.
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Wellom
Jame
Rane Shu
Wantport
Karamea
McLewn
Tin Ali
Sine
Impresaion by Simons On Peace Appeal Amid World Turmoil
Mr J J Simons the divertor reports strong enthusiasm over the idea that world peace could be preserved by an alignement of English speaking peoples. He spoke in Amaricg about the risks and hoped for a united front.
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J. J. Simons
Amaricg
The Talkies Musicians Oppose Talkie Intro
A special Music Union of Australia meeting protested the introduction of talkies. Protesters urged government action seeking progressive legislation to protect employment in the film industry.
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Brune
Music! Union of Australia
Fedseral
Legiaisti
Notable Featherweight Bout Ends in Split Decision
In a June bout in Rydney New Zealand fighter ankawie Lackle narrowly defeats American Betearom after 15 rounds. Both contestants displayed speed and endurance with clean aerial maneuvers and tactical exchanges, but Lackle earned the decision amid a tightly contested match marked by swift combinations and vigilant defense.
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Rydney
Ankawie Lackle
New Zealand
M Poitin
Betearom
Iwekie
Eleanor
Mumentar
Coal Crisis Opposition to Wage Reduction Sparks Strike Likely
A June 24 Salus report notes strong opposition by the Engine Drivers Union to wage cuts, with plans for a general coalfield strike. State Secretary Athinn vows not to back cooperation with owners over wage reductions, and the commissioner's findings fail to sway the stance. A federal aid question looms and preparations for action intensify.
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Salus
Wight
Athinn
Unclear Assault Report From Mt Barker Traveller
Stanley Harold Bevan of Mt Barker reported to police that on a recent Wednesday night he was assaulted on the road to Kapandla by women who robbed him of £97 10s, a gold watch, and a pen. He was struck about the head and later found near the road by the Crown of Hobam hut. Two men who had earlier received money from him in his motor car are suspected to be involved.
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Adelaide
Stanley Harold Bevan
Mt. Barker
Keppening
Kapandla
Hovam Hut
Nort Road Board
Komi Hoard
Northanptom
Orfer
Doge Licennen
SLARP
Trains Halted By Truck Incident At Junction
Several trucks derailed near a rail junction causing delays of about 40 minutes to rail traffic. Officials investigated the scene as crews worked to clear the line and restore normal service.
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York
Eee Junction
Wellington's Duel Recalled in Historic 1825 Incident
The 1825 duel between Prime Minister Duke of Wellington and Lord Winchilsea is recounted with details of the political climate. Debates over the Catholic Relief Bill, personal provocations, and the ensuing withdrawal of funds from a subscription list are noted as Wellington remained calm while Winchilsea opened fire.
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Duke of Wellington
Lord Winchilew
Moray Parage
Earl of Wlashileen
Nero
Winehilsen
Lamon
Coltago
Amt Simalinneosal
Abe
Wellimgtom
Greville
Himsslf
Winetllsen
Balterca Ciel
Bagand
London
Avbnithner Serenel
Hay Borsey
Earl
Jailyston
Ben
Death of Archblakey Riley and tribute in Perth
Statewide sympathy flows for Archblakey Riley who died at 73 after long illness. Archbishop Riley led church and public life, retired recently, with Charles Owen Leaveter a longtime military chaplain and reformer honored posthumously. Funeral arrangements and memorial service set. flag flown at Christ Church. A separate report notes a bridge fall on the Hantarem River leaving three dead and 0 seriously injured.
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Charles Owen
Perth
Goldiem
Sannan
Elisabeth
C. A. Merriman
MRCS
Health House
Kastaford
Riley
Jon
Christ Church
Reefor
Ree. K. Halley
Frank Green
Hantarem
Posal
Turf Helena Club Precautions At Perth Meeting
The Turf Helena Club adopted stringent measures to thwart start price bookmakers and guards to prevent information leakage. Officials restricted exit from the course until after the fourth race and used various countermeasures to curb attempts at illicit observation and broadcasting.
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Perth
Batunisy
Hel Vale Racing
Waily
Cearme
Mama
Tommeneol
Jockeys Injured in Melbourne Race Incident
In Melbourne a jockey named Baldini suffered a concussion after a fall during a race on Hazarday. Nyamgay and Bilin also fell, with Veliki and Krieger among others sustaining injuries or near misses. The event led to alarms, a delay, and concerns about rider safety as competitors were helped away and medical staff attended.
Pendera Road Works Schedule For July Invitation
Pendera invites tenders for re gravelling clearing and top dressing on multiple roads near Geraldton including Norris Wright’s Marras Haywards and Bowman areas. Provisional quantities in chains with blasting and travel segments. site visits July 9 at 9 am, tender forms from Secretary Newprint Paper.
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Pendera
Geraldton
Connally Gate
Morrell's
Gra Murphy-Norris
Ami Framage
Norris Road
Wright
Fhompsas Romi
Northern Gully
Wright's
Marras
Hayward's
Marrax Dam Rond
Ywan-Whelarra
Wout
Nollm-Lipple
Dai 'S Kunal
Rockwell Roa
Wangou
Yuna
Cornion Bearhad
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Stappen
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Court of Arbitrations
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Ald
Brechanics Institute
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Gregory St
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M.A. Kelly
Vintar
Toms Chott
Toro
Toms ‘Onis
Kelty
Pamiar
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