Burdens of Empire Call for Closer Imperial Cooperation
Lord Milner spoke at Oxford University on imperial policy for the Empire during wartime. He urged tighter cooperation among the United Kingdom and dominions and warned against strategic slips that could threaten Britain’s vast imperial burden. He expressed cautious support for League of Nations but stressed unity within the empire.
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London
Lord Milner
Shedonian
Oaford University
Australas
New Zealand
Commonwealth
Tageria
League of Nations
Lord Miter
Britannnica
Society of Nations
United Kingdom
British manufacturers resist nationalisation push and calls for pay by results
The Federation of British Industries representing about 14 000 firms opposes nationalisation and urges Whiteley Council to give workers a fair voice in decisions. It backs a pay by results system. Separately, the Pacific Cable issue shows American firms planning a rapid improvement in communication links via the Vacille cable and wireless services as delays harm Far East messaging.
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Federation of British — Incdustries
Whiteley Council
New York
T. K. Davies
the Nations Foreign Trade Council
Far East
Moravian Missioners Report Harrowing Influenza Scene
London reports a Moravian missioners account from Labrador detailing a severe influenza outbreak. Families perished, with dogs entering caves and scavenging near decayed bodies as the area became desolate.
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London
Hungary and Peace Allies Terms Accepted
A fragmented report from Budapest notes a delegation from the Allied Mission storming M Clemenceau. The provisional government is seeking acceptance of occupation terms and the end of the war.
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Loniton
Gusung
Budapes
Italisa
le Jury
Budapest
Haa
M. Clemenceau
Itarian
Saat Sitingana
Eus
Yorkshire coal strike to settle yet amid Strassburg demonstrations
Berlin reports unrest as revolutionary demonstrations in Strassburg flare during August. French soldiers and guards clash with crowds. several are injured and one is reported murdered as tensions rise across the city.
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Berlin
Revolutionary
Demonstratons
Strassburg
Ceverm
B&iers
Government powers debated in Commercial Activities Bill
Mr Grigory argues in the House against the Commercial Activities Bill, warning the war contracts favoring large concerns may distort markets. He cites butter and wool pricing between Victoria and Western Australia, questions constitutional powers, and urges limits only after the war ends while emphasising representation and control.
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H. Grigory
House of Represcut
Western Australia
Australia
Gaffer
Althe
Victoria
Western State
Thiowe
McBourne
Carrie
Harsco
Petrograd’s Unhappy Fate Amid War and Disease
New York reports the State Department notes Petrograd’s population has plunged from 238,645 to 800,000? and then rapidly declined as disease, famine, and Bolshevik executions take their toll. The dispatch frames wartime hardship and civil strife.
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New York
Cene Gic Coy
Roumanians Occupy City. Fleet Shaken After Quake
August 4 dispatch from Budapest reports Romanian forces occupying the city amid regional tension. An American fleet was shaken by a distant earthquake off the Mexican coast, prompting brief naval alerts and cautious replies from commanders.
Military Leaders Outline Americas Standing Army Plan
Military and naval leaders discuss a proposed standing army of about half a million personnel. Officials emphasize modernization, additional defense funding, and integrated command structures across branches. Public and political reactions vary as debates focus on national security versus fiscal strain.
South African Native Question Sparks Nationwide Debate
The article notes growing Native dissatisfaction and a suggested big strike while denying any immediate hope for progress. It mentions widespread unrest and calls for action, with unions claiming broad support despite government resistance.
Chicago racial riots claim many lives and isolation
Reports from Chicago describe severe racial unrest with numerous fatalities as sections of the city face isolation. Food supplies are cut off to affected neighborhoods, raising fears of further hardship amid the violence.
Geraldton Show Offers Catering Bid For Luncheon Event
The Geraldton Show seeks caterers for official and public luncheons on September 25 and 26. The ad promises a large opportunity for individuals or institutions to earn funds, with facilities including a four kitchen setup, drovelates, benches, sheds, ample water and firewood, and guidance from the secretary. A parade of vehicles and the Working Bees are noted, with several local supervisors named.
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Bonai
Anyedz
Ance Pitas
George Smyth
T. J. Anderson
H. Racks G. Basham
E. Constantine
S. Chester
N. Barnkett
Fuller
Mattock
Fragmentary notice on Cetin Aveama detail unclear
OCR fragment mentions a street name Cetin Aveama and illegible markings about a person or event. No clear dates or entities emerge beyond irregular spellings and initials. Unable to determine definitive subject, action, or organization from provided text.
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NAVAS
Americas Military Plans
Universal
Maine
Chicago
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Carter & Co
Victoria Motor Works
Overland Assents
Crossley Engine
Tyres “Wittec
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Pia
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Tm Te Erriscmtes
Permiemon
Arch Bros
Andews
J. Litton
Agestes Serer
Shamees Essa
Siren Ie
Ofies
Gershchon
Marsied Oupla
I. Ee
Avetion
Yuna Picric
MaLazis, ‘Tome Clark
WWE
Dalgety & Co., Ltd
Geraldton,s
P. H. Spence &Co
SOE
Donald
ERS Ltd
Mort
Liverpool
London and Globe
Thames and Mersey
City Mutual Life Innurance Company
Ameurel
Ford Cars
OMA
Acta
Coopers
Army and Navy
Arthur C, Macey
Geraldnon
Vicona Clarich
All
Mackey
Siletos
B. Macarl
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