British Parliament to Hear About Negotiations in Delicate Stage
London Monday British Prime Minister Chamberlain is expected to tell Parliament all he can on Tokyo and Moscow talks amid a delicate stage. The Times notes difficulties in Tokyo as Britain faces demands during the Tientsin crisis and pledges not to reverse China policy. A three power anti aggression pact and talks with Moscow are possible outcomes. Britain backs Poland against German actions in Danzig, despite unanswered questions from a British trade mission to Finland.
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Australian Associated Press
London
Chamberlain
Tokio
Moscow
Tientsin
China
Britain
Chambersmith
Times
France
Poland
Tanzig
Finland
Danzig
Late Registration of Footballers Debate at Pirie Association
At a Pirie Football Association meeting the delegates debated late registration for players arriving before August 7. The chairman said such players would not qualify, while the secretary noted registration could not occur after August 7 and would require club appeal to the association for consideration.
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Pirie Football Association
A. E. Berry
Solomontown
W. H. Threadgold
E. W. Golding
More taxes probable in proposed Australian plan
Canberra warns of substantial tax increases as the Federal Cabinet considers revisions. Income tax may rise about 20 percent and sales tax six percent, with plans also adding indirect taxes through Customs and Excise duties.
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Canberra
Debates over IRA aid as Easter rebellion echoes return of volunteers
In Dublin speculation runs high on IRA support as volunteers return from England. The Times notes that extremist rhetoric has grown since Easter 1916, with some praising violence for Ireland while De Valera may seek to distance himself from such allies and plan for the returning expeditionary forces.
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England
the Times
Mother Carey
Ireland
de Valera
Mr. de Valera
Morley to Represent WA at National Cross Country
Western Australian distance runner Morley heads to Tasmania to represent Western Australia in the Australian amateur cross country championship on August 12. Accompanied by manager AJ Norman, Morley has posted strong times this season including a mile in 4.22 and an 880 yards in 157. He passed Pirie by train yesterday en route to the national event.
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Tasmania
Western Australia
G. Marcason
Pirie
Morley
Behiud
Western Australian Amateur Athletic Association
AJ. Norman
Ley
Safe Blower at Clare 5 and Stamps Taken
A report from Clare notes a safe blower operated at a location on the 5th and stamps were taken. Authorities are reviewing the incident for possible suspects and security footage. No injuries reported. Local investigators urge residents to check their belongings for missing items.
E F C S Robbery Fails to Open Safe At Clare Branch
Thieves tried to blow the safe at the E F C S Clare premises but failed to crack it. They stole five pounds in cash and some stamps. The break in followed earlier robberies at Kapunda and Tanusde branches. Mrs May woke to an explosion at 3 30 am, and locals reported a motor car leaving. A screwdriver lay on the still-sealed safe, with fingerprints to be checked. Entry was gained by forcing the main door with a lever.
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Kapunda
Tanusde
FL. S. May
Clare National Bank
E. McNally
Clare Hotel
Sq. AR
Adelaide
Threadgold Still Holding His Own After Accident
George Threadgold remained unconscious but showing slight progress in Pirie Hospital after a Main Road Solomontown collision. Local delegates and club members from St Mark's and Solomontown conveyed sympathy as his father Mayor W. Threadgold thanked visitors for support.
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George Threadgold
Main Road
Solomontown
Pirie Hospital
W. Threadgold
Pirie Pootical Association
J. S. Hocking
Teast
Hocking
Threadgold
Messrs
M.S. Keane
St. Mark's
L. G. Telford
Proprietary
A. Berry
Berry
George
Three murder charges adjourned in Dubbo hearing
Albert Andrew Moss is charged with the Narromine murder of William Henry Bartley between December 1 and 17, 1938. The pensioner and a drover murder charges remain pending, Bartley's body still unfound after four months of police searches.
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Sydney
Albert Andrew Moss
Dubbo
Moss
William Henry Bartley
Narromine
Bartley
Wheat market remains lifeless amid mixed overseas futures
Market reports indicate a quiet North American session with modest demand and firmer but unsettled London quotations. Liverpool and American markets show divergent tones as futures drift, with slight gains in some regions and steady, cautious activity overall.
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Sushel
Garanes
London
G. Nicholls
Liverpool
Anderson Ulver
Dustie
Winnipes
Yugoslavia Wins Davis Cup Tie in Zagreb
Davis Cup action at Zagreb sees Yugoslavia defeat Germany 2-1 in singles and doubles. Punce and Mitich triumph for Yugoslavia, Holt, Golpfert replaces Menges for Germany, Henkel unable to quell Puncee, crowd sentiment noted as affecting Germany. Australia to meet Yugoslavia in Interzone final. expert commentary questions Yugoslav chances on neutral grass against Australia.
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Lyndon
Fukustvin
Mitich
Puncee
Germany
Henkel
Agai
Zagreb
Vital Golpfert
Menges
Mitie
Punves
Comfort
Puncer d. Menke
America
Wimbile
Miller
Goeptert
Australia
Yugoslavia
Weather Summary From Yesterday
The thermometer recorded a high of 58 and a low of 47 for the 24 hours ended 8 30 am Yesterday’s readings show a mild day with cooler morning air. Temperature ranged within a narrow band reflecting light winds and clear conditions.
Early election not wanted by government and parties
W M Nairn M H L A says there is no reason for an early vote and the public likely does not want one. He travels from Western Australia to Melbourne for a Federal Works Commission meeting and argues the government would be foolish to seek dissolution. He notes opposition to the wealth census would fade, calling the register a blessing like rain.
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W. M. Naien
M.hla
Virie
Western Australia
Melbourne
Federal Works Commission
Labor Party
Nairn
National Register
Askeil
Iich
Local Notes From Pirie and Nearby Visitors
Personal W H Threadgold the mayor received a message from C B Tomkins secretary of Broken Hill Co operative Building Society saying he would not be in Pirie until Thursday. W Johns discharged from Pirie Hospital medical ward after months as inmate. A S Curthoys progressing as inmate of surgical ward. R Besanko of Goode road admitted to Pirie Hospital surgical ward. C M Gibbons advertising manager for Western Australian Government Railways passed through Pirie yesterday on trip to Melbourne and Sydney. He was accompanied by his. Passengers on yesterday's eastbound trans Australian express through Pirie included W M Naim. J S Hocking of Senate road returned to Pirie after week away due to illness of his mother Mrs W Hocking of Prospect. Mrs Hocking aged years made a remarkable cover. H V Merlifo treasurer of St Marks Football Club expected to return from Broken Hill this morning. Constable M Richards formerly of Port Lincoln arrived in Pirie on transfer. Constable A B Banson left for Port Lincoln. Airmail passengers list for yesterday's Whyalls airmail service released by LC Moody Pirie Agent for (Mac- Ablines) Pirie to
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W. H. Threadgold
C. B. Tompkins
Broken Hill
W. Johns
Pirie Hospital
A. S. Curthoys
R. Besanko
Goode Road
C. M. Gibbons
Western Australian Government Railways
Pirie
Melbourne
Sydney
J. 5. Hocking
Senate Road
W. Hocking
Prospect
Foul Crime Reported in Melbourne Assault on 1-year-old girl
Melbourne police seek three men seen near North Melbourne scene after an adult attacked a 1-year-old girl returning home with a newspaper. She was dragged through a barbed wire fence, gagged, then released and found frightened. She later recovered.
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Melbourne
Pemectves
North Melbourne
Country Party Leadership Tactics In Canberra
Federal Country Party members seek a special pro-sessional meeting of the Parliamentary Party to address leadership dissatisfaction. A secret ballot is proposed in which McEwen of Victoria might win the leadership and Faden of Queensland the deputy. Supporters believe this could pave the way for a coming ministry.
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Canberra
Federal Country Party
McEwen Victoria
Faden
Queensland
Teader
Teller Sa
Alleged Hoax Story Of Robbery In Melbourne Suburb
A man from North Essendon appeared at a court on a charge linked to an alleged robbery hoax. Police say the incident involved a telephone call claiming a bank withdrawal and a staged assault. Bail set at £50 with surety. inquiry continues into the fake crime report.
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Melkul
Mouuyy
Ue Il
Momnotal Sume
Lonsdale ‘Street
Hoge
Russell Street
Jack Willams
Gishora
iMigane
Ieyele
North Essendon
Fle Kent
Gommon
Tle
Tlis
Williams
Ritchie
North Basendon
Pauline
Bourke Street
Commonwealth Bank
Collins Street
Lew
Alice
Pointmont
Prices Of Silver And Gold In Adelaide Market Summary
Silver and gold prices are reported with references to London market movements. The garbled text lists spot prices, market notation, and various alphanumeric codes, indicating a brief financial update from Adelaide on Monday.
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Adelaide
London
Standard
Ward
Galil
Evidence in Divorce Case Spurs Conspiracy Charge
Adelaide police court heard a divorce case based on faked evidence. Adolph Victor Menz and Gladys Maud Steggall were charged with conspiracy to defeat justice. The Crown alleged Steggall paid £50 through Menz to her husband to fake evidence in an undefended March divorce. A secret second file and a coercive letter were produced. witnesses testified about payments and arrangements.
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Adelaide
Adolph Victor Menz
Park Terrace
Parkside
Gladys Maud Steggall
Det
Hanrahan
Plainclothes
Harvey
Mena
Menz
Sydney G P O Enquiry Heated Debate Over Tender Handling
The inquiry into the General Post Office contract drew sharp remarks from Mr H V C Thorby who said he found no evidence to fault his approach or imply greater tact. The only critical comment came from Mr E J Harrison the Postmaster General who had introduced the beat into the examination.
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Sydney
Justice Maxwell
General Post Office
H. V. C. Thorby
Thorby
E. J. Harrison
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Irish Republican Army
T DE Valera
W.A
Port Pirie
Clare
E.F.C.S
Mr. G. Threadgold
Daily Telegraph
W.A. Federal
trans-Australian Express
W. M. Naim
H. V. Merlifo
Mark's
M. Richards
Port Lincoln
A. B. Banson
Passenge
Whyalls
Moody -Tpirie
Mac- Ablines
Little Gil
Country Party
MR. J. McEwen
CROWN
AL. Pickering
Crown Law Department
D. C
Gerome
Steggall
GM. Steggall
Violette
Rundle Street
Pickering
Menz’ Asistant
Osborne
Merz
Stegwall
Menz Osborne
Sishment Fee
Mam
Caberne
Cxs
Talad
Vsfhdeawal
BANE
Muirhead
Eric Millhouse
Oliver Nathaniel John Osborne
Francis Street
Clarence Park
Old the Court
Sydney G.P.O. Enquiry
Mr. Thorby
Prests Limited
Prests
Ivo
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