Progressive branch creation in Sydney plans
A largely attended meeting in Sydney discussed forming a Transgressive Association for Cumberland County with nine branches, the first at Darthehurst. Speakers argued the need to empower electors against party preselection and political machines, while Progressive and opposition forces argued for a strong organizational structure to influence the local political scene.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Contes
Chile
Hiutat
Snportes
Cumbirlavd
Associatinag
Metropolit
Darthehurst
Crmbestamd
Sneems
Crawford Vaughan
Beret
Aig
Ooder
Federal Country Party
Senate
Mer
Meat War Vestey’s and Combines in European Monopoly Fight
A fragmented report describes Vestey's expanding into Europe and seeking more shipping quota from Argentina, with South American packers resisting and rivals like Swift, Armour, and Wilson contesting a monopoly. The struggle raises prices in Argentina and shifts meat flows to Europe, while Australian and British markets monitor shipping shortages and forward purchases.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Vestey
Australia
Westeyns Dow
Hilger
Ming
Rabbit Skins Market Prices High Demand Declines
Catalogues show total rabbit skins at 115 tons with first quality pelts stubbornly high at 4d to 7d per lb, second and third pelts easing 1d to 4s. Yet other classes held steady. Winters to 79d and 89d incoming, does to 50d, racks 39d to 42d, others 22d+. Fox skins in excellent demand with best sorts up to 20s each. Medium to good hareskins 10s to 16s 3d per dozen.
Motor Trucks Boost Australian Transport Costs Debate
A fragmented report discusses motor transport's impact on Australian trade and railway fines, highlighting mass production Willys trucks from England and American factories. It notes trucks reducing costs, linking rail to road for delivery, and cites Sydney and coastal ports as key deployment sites amid a push for economical transport solutions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ty Anghard
Stern
America
Australia
Mose Ps
Willys Quert
Grassley
Ww Chapel
England
East Mathyshelt
Tanners
Kieowel
Mossis Loverlaml Sylley Ituibets
Castlerragh Steet
Sydney
Weels
Elbith
Sam Wales
Two-Week Discount Sale Notice
A brief sales notice states that for two weeks only all goods not otherwise discounted are subject to a wire surcharge or related fee. The fragment mentions a reduced price period and sourcing confusion due to garbled wording. No specific names or locations are provided.
Fire rages in hills as towns battle ancient blaze
A vast forest fire near Sinn and Wins Sea roars across hills and tunnels. Firefighting teams from multiple towns and rivers employ flooding, steam, and venting strategies to smother the blaze. After days of effort a nearby river finally cools the ground and troops gain control, with hundreds evacuated and significant property damage reported.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Australi
Burnie
Hullee
Cail
Deneston
Obie Bavewr
Namina
Payeland
Oimen
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Gloucester
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