Political Faction Turmoil and Labor Leadership Clash
A faction within the Labor movement elects Mr Chariton as leader amid calls for reform and a health crisis claims a private member should resign. The piece notes Theodore’s controversial past as Queensland premier and outlines an Industrial Delegation to the United States to study efficiency, wages, working conditions, and automation for Australia’s industry.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jy Labor
Theodywe
Veders
N.8
Daley
Chariton
Labor Party
Labor
Dr Page
Commonwealth
United States of America
Australia
America
U.S.A
Mooroopna Hospital thanks Numurkah district for 1926 appeal
Sir W A Campbell reports Mooroopna Hospital appeal of 1926 raised substantial funds from Numurkah residents and collectors. Total direct contributions reach £200 plus private donations and football proceeds. He apologizes for any omissions and invites further donations at Campbell and Co's office.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mooroopna Hospital
Numurkah
Campbell and Co
Theodore revival and political seat pressure in states
Fragmentary OCR notes discuss a revived Theodore figure and a politician seeking a seat outside his state. Mentions strings pulled to influence placement, and a warning against soda habits amid unclear context.
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Theodore
Dex
Mr 5
Daga
New Ford Industry Leads in Precision Gauges
This piece recounts Carl Johansson or Johannsen’s development of universal master gauges for standardizing measurements. It notes the block notation system, wringing technique, and five year hurdle to stabilize steel quality, leading to 1897 finzet gauges becoming globally endorsed. Ford bought American rights in 1923 and mass production proved high accuracy and lower costs.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Carl E Johannsenn
Eskilstuna
Gaurges
Johannson
National Physical Laboratory
London
National Bureau of Standards
Washington
Bureau Internationale Des Poids Et ‘Mesures
Paria
Jo‘hennson
Ford Motor Company
Poughkeepsie
Johannsen
Ford Organisation
Ford Company
Ford Industries
Sheep and cattle sale reports from Cobram and Numurkah districts
Mesare J. McMenners and Co report large Cobram sale with many sheep auctioned and cattle traded. next Cobram sale set for February 15. Numurkah yarding shows strong demand for wethers and store lambs, with prices modestly below buyer expectations. numerous consignors listed. Nathalia sale held with good yarding and prices, lines sold for Gillespie Bros and others.
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Mesare J. McMenners and Co
Cokram
Kyabram
Messrs
J. Parnell
F. Maloney
J. J. O'Dwyer
E. Danaher
H. D. Hay
J. H. Fuznard
J. Kennedy
E. McDermott
A. Wilson
R. J. Watters
R. Barton
W. Prentice
J. Ormond
E. D. Vivian
N. Coombs
M. Kelly
A. T. Harris
M. Symour
T. McGrane
Nathalia
J. Carland
R. J. Tuckett
W. Ball
T. Hutchins
W. Adams
J. Crane
M. Muntz
Miss McCarthy
Great Pacific Life Seeks Share Issue For Expansion
The Great Pacific Life Assurance Association has appointed Mr PJ Hyward as general manager. Directors report a sound position and a policy of progression with economies. New representatives are engaged and a special issue of shares at par is planned, offered first to existing shareholders as they respond.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Great Pacific Life Assurance Association
PJ. Hyward
Financial Gazette
Notice to Farmers on Wheat Cleaning Service
Notice to farmers offering wheat cleaning and seed preparation services. Workshop promises prompt extension of orders and guarantees a good job. Contact Joseph Grant in Makungi for service.
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Guenther
Joseph Grant
High Standard Farming Yarrawonga Tests
Yarrawonga's agricultural society leads in fallow and crop competitions with 40 entries, far exceeding peers. Judge W R Birks commends local farmers for enterprise and quality practices, noting early fallow, thorough cultivation, early seeding, and high quality seed as keys to higher yields. He flags Lent and super use economics, and the benefits of residual effects on native clovers and trefoils.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Goulburn Valley
Yarrawonga
Warrawonga
W. R. Birks
Bag.sc
Dookie Agricultural College
Birks
Australia
Dookie College
G. A. Bruce
Savernake
Wool Sales Open New Year Sheep Exports Thrive
Younghusband Limited held its opening sale for the New Year on 17th inst with a good catalogue of about 4000 bales. Buyers attended in full and bidding was keen and sustained, led by America and Japan, resulting in a very satisfactory clearance. Merino prices were 5 percent dearer, notably for stylish and high quality wools, with comebacks and cross varieties showing gains.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Younghusband Limited
America
Japan
Decemb
Merino Lamb Prices Mixed with Oxord Brand Tops Bid
Market report shows crossbreds rising by five percent while lambs and oddments hold steady. Merino prices ease slightly with the top bid at 29 and a half pence per pound for the PA Oxford brand from Winnap.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Oxford
Winnap
Fitter's Invention Saves Millions in Oil Evaporation
A Chicago Bridge and Iron Works fitter unveils a floating steel roof for petrol tanks to seal against evaporation. The hollow roof, about 22 inches high and 8/16 inch thick, floats on the liquid and uses a flexible gastight sealing shoe to maintain a tight seal with the tank shell, promising large industry savings.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chicago Bridge and Iron Works
Wiggins floating roof aids petrol loss reduction and fireproofing
The design uses a vertical rim and spring plungers to seal the tank. Sections form the shoe to ride over plates and rivets, ensuring contact for about 20 inches above liquid. The roof prevents petrol evaporation and air exposure, promising fireproof tanks at Vaccinet C-l plant and other centers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wiggins
Vaccinet C-l
Yarraville
Fwell Ux
Money Trust Ad Promises Low Rates for All Sums
An advertisement by McEvoy & Co at 68 Manhattan Molbourne promises trust and other monies always available on country large and small sums with the lowest rates of interest for term years.
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Bitcons
Bitcon
Ioc
T. P. McMahon
Melville ST
A. Morris and CO
A. Morris
Morris and Anderson
C. Werner and Co
Little Collins Street
Melbourne
Joan Mansfield
Telegraph Hotel
Numurrah
Cooper
DIFP
Devine
Propagandista
Garioma Party
Labo
Queensand
Queensland
Wilkes
Archy
Herbert
Nott
Dalley
Federal Country Party
W. A. Campbell
FORD
Great Pacific Life
Finance Gazette
WOOL _ SALES
Fitter
Thas the
UK. of Science
Campbell & Co's
Numarkab
Matiaua
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