Neutral peace effort faces intense air battles on front
Over 48 hours intense air fighting occurred over land and sea. British air and naval forces report no losses. Two Polish destroyers attacked in the North Sea were driven off by anti aircraft fire. RAF engaged enemy over Shetland, driving them away from the coast. A Western Front Merce conflict saw German and British bombers exchange fire until ammunition ran out and the Germans retreated. Belgium bans belligerent planes over territory without a permit.
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London
North Sea
Shetland Islands
Germany
Belgium
Aboriginal Neglect Report by Aboriginal Citizenship Chair
W Ferguson, president of the Aborigines Protective Association, reports after tours of reserves that natives face ration shortages. Rail receipts are scant at several stations and some unemployed Aborigines are denied food. Conditions at Moree, Boggabilla, Filliga, and others include lack of bathrooms and failing voltages.
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Sydrey
W. Ferguson
Aborigines Protective Associatirg
Cuiargumbone
Mme
Filliga
Filliga Couorenebri
Fergison
Moree
Boggabilla
Wrestling Contest Drawn in Newcastle Night
Newcast le wrestling card ended in a draw as Bob WU Pinder and Pat Meehan each fought to a stalemate after securing tall holds and near fall counts in a tight match at the arena.
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Newcastle
Bob WU
Over the Cliff Unknown Man's End
Police report a man seen running to the cliff edge near South Head tuna Station and plunging over. The body has not yet been recovered.
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Sydney
South Head
Price of Wheat Fixed at 3 Per Bushel by Wheat Board
The superintendent of the Wheat Board announced no prices for line orders and truck lots of new bagged wheat have been fixed at three shillings per bushel. The market remains exhausted and only small quantities are available.
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Teason Wheat Board
Gahm. Helberrow
Fragmentary note on miners parcels and cycleway plans
A broken OCR fragment mentions miners parcels and a cycleway project. It references Australia, Sydney, Cor Cory and Baara areas with unclear actions and timing. The readable items hint at planned parcels and a cycle path but lack concrete details or dates.
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Sydney Wi
Atralia
Sussex Street Market Report Sydney Goods Prices
Market notes from Sussex Street Sydney show prices for potatoes and eggs fluctuating with the week. Items listed include potatoes at varying prices, new-laid eggs, butter, onions, honey, and lucerne hay with quoted ranges and regional references.
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Sydney
Tasmania
Weather forecast for Sydney region shows showers in northeast
A weather bulletin reports showers in the northeast corner of the state with generally fine and cool conditions elsewhere. The forecast covers 24 hours from noon today with a scatted shower risk in the northern area.
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Bydney
Dat
Price of Gas Proposed Increase Threat to Use Electricity
In Sydney the Secretary of the Master Fish Merchants Association and the Housewives Association leader warn that a gas price increase will force thousands of housewives to switch to electricity. A 1920 special committee inquiry into gas pricing was expected to report within ten days to the Government. The officials said they would not hesitate to promote electricity use if gas costs rise.
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Sydney
Master Fish Merchants Association
Housewives’ Association
Wittan
The
Fish Merchants Association
Queen and King Offer Peace Efforts in World Security
Telegrams from Queen Wilhelmina of the Netherlands and King Leopold of Belgium express willingness to aid belligerent powers in formulating peace plans. The Hague conferences aim to renew efforts to end the war. London offices report no immediate reply, while Halifax outlines Britain’s resolve to meet the challenge and seek global security.
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London
Wilhemina
Holland
Leopold
Belgium
The
Hague
Urgent call summons sailors aboard warships
A cryptic wartime message describes an urgent call to sailors on warships to reinforce patrols. Authorities urged rapid readiness and emphasized the need for swift compliance. The coverage notes police involvement and a high level ministerial figure connected to the command.
Dockyard Hours Agreement Reached in Labor Talks
Agreement reached at the Cotkardo Dockyard between management and crane and boilermaker representatives to restrict overtime and limit Sunday work. The deal sets shorter hours for workers and outlines conditions for Sunday shifts and weather-day adjustments.
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Sydney
Codelttiice
A. Cotkardo Dock
Additional NSW Workers' Compensation Judge Sought
The Executives of the NSW Labour Council and the Trades Hall Association plan to ask the State Government to appoint an extra judge to the Workers' Compensation Commission to handle the backlog of cases waiting hearing.
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Sydney
N.S.W. Labour Council
Trades Hall Association
Workers’ Compensation Commission
Darwin strike fails as railways refuse extra wages
Anoatempt to end the Darwin railway strike failed after Turasement refused the fipolha companies offer to raise wages. Strikers threatened to work British freighters in port and cut ships accordingly under the terms but management warned the move could set a dangerous precedent.
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Sydney
Darwin
Fipolha
Monegement
Regulation clash sparks Sydney flat dwellers’ ire
Melbourne reports that Allens Central Regulations SC have angered Sydney flat dwellers. The issue was referred to the Attorney General’s department for interpretation by Defence Minister Street, with a decision expected in a few days. Acting Treasurer Spier said the rules do not apply to private residences, while Mendes and Street declined further comment.
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Melbourne
Allens Central
Sydney
Street
Goier
Peteral
Spier
Prive
Shack Fire Endangers Family in Four-Room Home
Sydney Wednesday a family escaped a deadly blaze that destroyed a four room shivek leaving a blind daughter and two children trapped as the fire broke out. A father awakened by crackling flames freed his wife and children before help arrived.
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Sydney
Thas Monty Loos
Demand for use of poker machines sparks debate
A Sydney report cites Chief Secretary Tonking returning from Melbourne and noting poker machines have reentered some non proprietary clubs. The piece records uncertainty in Parliament over legalisation, with officials unable to confirm how widespread the machines are and whether clubs intend expansion.
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Sydney Wedtesday
Tonking
Melbourne
Dair
Rxport
Pokeromachines
Denny
Keele So
SGC
Hib de Wolke
Ter Salene
Loancidiy
Mindoleres
Joveney
Neon
Agimanion
Curtin to Speak in Sydney on War Policy
Labor figures announce Curtin will address the public at Sedinies Power Hall in Sydney, delivering his first public speech since the declaration of war. He plans to denounce war and the coercive practices of certain companies while outlining party opposition to compulsory laws. The event is organized by the NSW branch of the ALP to rally against government measures.
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Sydney
Wes
Mr. Curtin
Sedinies
NSW Braty
Labor Pars
Protepa Governarent
Motors Tax Protest Hits Sydney Leaders Cry At Tax Increase
In Sydney, leaders of a motoring organisation protested the State Ministry's plan to raise motor taxation by 12 per cent. The Royal Automobile Club of Australia secretary Mr. Heels warned the impost would hit overburdened motorists, while NFLM-A president Mr. J C Watson condemned the government’s proposals as iniquitous.
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Sydney
Rayal , Mobile Club of Australia
Heels
J C Watson
Inf | Nflm-A
Motor Cycle Crash Kills Rider Near Tempe
A motor cycle accident near Tempe left Latanntly fee Hardwiexs 39 killed instantly and another rider injured when the vehicle overturned on Prince's Elias Road. Police reported driver Hay and a group of cyclists were traveling together at the time of the crash.
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TONEY
Prince
Elias
Cyedista
Chancellor Sir John Simon seeks £250 million loan for war costs
London reports the Chancellor of the Exchequer Sir John Simon asking permission to raise a loan of £250 million to fund additional war expenditure. The government may use taxation or borrowing, inflation unlikely. A Select Committee will be appointed to examine civil and military spending following wartime practice.
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London
John Simon
Unemployment Relief Hopeed Through Premier Appeal
At a Jawarra Chamber of Commerce meeting it was reported that many Cwanelis will soon be forced to dismiss numerous men due to lack of relief money. Mr Davies MLA for Wallongani promised to press the Premier to retain jobs until after the Christmas holidays.
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Sydney Wetreedas
Jawarra
Mining Strike Fear of Extension
Reports from Sydney describe fear of an extended mining strike affecting operations and workers. Union actions are debated with Prime Minister Meare and Western fields officials weighing arbitration and potential walkouts amid 40 hour week demands and shifts.
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Sydney Wein
Commonwealth Cr
Amaldaiated
Etienetraie Wien Wi
Toedlay
Ecaisidee
Erie Wey
West
C Nelson
Aberdare
Wedding details from a local church ceremony
A church wedding connected to Baloo Mae Adar featured a procession and reception at Lurie venue. The couple exchanged vows with family members present and guests described the event with attire including pink lace and a navy blue bow tied for the bride.
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Imarriien
Baloo
Moleul Ang
Wwe
Sr Hireek
Victoria Park Race Meet Reports From Sydney
Races were held at Muctorin Park with runners including Pat Rae, Lifkiet, and River Coal. The program lists entries and scratches such as Mickey Hooney and Fourtern-ton Handicap with results amid mixed standings and stakes noted.
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Sydney
Muctorin
Park Tela Healt
Second A L F Departures From the Poe Tribe
Three more poe ett Tribe members alongside Litut Kirening and Mr Gilroy were part of departures coordinated with War Functions Association. Mrs AL Varley donated socks to each man from lady members of the association.
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Poe
Tod
Tiapiel
Coles
Tingle
Mitchell
Comac
Karkup
Invere
Litut
Kirening
Ol A Gilroy
Assocl
AL Varley
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