Balloon Fatality in England Describes Tragic Aerial Collapse
Special to The Recorder reports a captive balloon accident at Hempstem Staffordshire with five aboard, three men and two women, all but one dying from injuries as spectators tugged at the rope causing the basket to detach. Pilot Captain Willows, credited with submarine detector work, perished aboard.
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the Recorder
London
Hempstom
Stafordshire
Werestult
G. Spencer and Go
T. Willows
Franci Harnebeidge
Ernest Cropaley
Crossley
Willows
Captain Willows
English Channel
Port Kembla Survey Indicates Grounded Steamer Refloating
An exhaustive survey of the steamer Port Kembla aground at San Salvador shows viable prospects for refloating. Salvage teams are focusing on buoyancy and approach to determine the best recovery plan.
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United Service
London
San Salvador
Australian Wines Suffering a Handicap
London dispatch reports Walter Smith of Smith and Son Ltd at Yatumba Vineyards discusses the Wembley Exhibition’s effect on Australian wines. He warns the industry faces the obstacle of English use of the term Australian Port, urging Britain to endorse a Portuguese trade treaty to authorize the term.
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London
Tueslay
Walter Smith
Smith and Son, Ltd
Yatumba Vineyarix
Angastop
Seaith
Australia
Wembley
Britain
Ardgl en Ti Tragedy Death in a Tunnel Ardglen
Inquest held into the July 9 Ardglen tunnel crash near Murruaundi. Locomotive fireman John Heffernan died from asphyxiation due to carbon monoxide poisoning. Driver Thomas Holt recalled near-fatal fumes and the inquest was adjourned.
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Murruaundi
John Heffernan
Ardglen
Thomas Molt
Middicton
Heffernan
Ariston
McGoye
Holt
The Long Flight Arrives in Darwin Welcome Planned
Adelaide reports a great reception planned for Mr Ala Gobham and his mechanic Sergeant Ward upon landing in Darwin tomorrow. Telegraphs from the British Imperial Oil Co. indicate favorable weather and a smooth crossing from Britain.
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Adelaide
Syedne
Ihiy
Ala Gobham
Britirli Avistar
Britain
Tonvorrow
al Darwin
Ward
Darwin
British
Imperial Oil Co., Ltd
Weather favorable for Cobham landing at Darwin
The British Imperial Oil Company reports from their Darwin agent that weather indications are favorable for a landing by G Cobham and his mechanic tomorrow. They will be guests of Acting Administrator Mr E Copley Platford at Government House.
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Sydney
British
Imperial Oil Company
Darwin
G Cobham
Cobha
E. Copley Platford
Government House
Mexico City crisis prompts big bankers to warn Calles
Leading financiers interviewed President Calles amid fears of a coming financial collapse. Catholic authorities have withdrawn twenty million pesos from city banks. Calles resists archbishopric truce plans while former President Obregon backs Calles, claiming troubles will end once church leaders pledge to obey laws.
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Shupial
Neemrdér
Mexico City
Calles
Gatholics
Sever Obregon
Last Days of Our Huge Sale at Discount Values
The advertisement lists clearance prices on ladies footwear such as black suede shoes lace styles in sizes 3 to 6 at 16/6, Glace Kid and Patent 1 Bar shoes, corset ne A items, Bizely garments, Goreets now 23 to 46 79, trimmed felt hats at 7/11, cotton singlets at 2/11, wool singlets at 3/9, heavyweight black teas, and 200 pairs of Black Garden gloves at 6d per pair.
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S.S
State Manager Visits Pirie in Ford Australia Tour
Mr J M A Pilgrim, head of Ford Australia in South Australia, visits Port Pirie to review operations and future expansion. A civic reception at The Barrie Hotel includes speeches by local officials and Ford dealers. Pilgrim notes Ford plants across Queensland New South Wales South Australia and plans Western Australia and Tasmania, with a new School of Instruction and standardized pricing. He emphasizes training locals, strong community ties, and the aim to boost productivity and wages.
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Ford Motor Industry
Ford
Australia
J. M. A. Pilgrim
Fords Company
South Australia
Mr. Pilgrim
Viender
Great Northen Motor Company
Barrie
Pirie
Threadgold
Clark, Middleton
Dlight
MACY
Goode
Goffey
Bord Motor Company
Dr. Coffey
Pilgrim
Reeponditus
Pire
Broken-Auill
Fora Company
Geeloing
Victoria
Republic of Australia
Queensland
New South Wales
Western Australia
Tasmania
Canada
Ford Company
Wayna Institution
Ie Ford Company
Montreal
Aitilar
Port Pirie
North America
New York
Boston
Detroit
Birkenhead
B. L. Yorrest
Ford Cara
Hentick
Ade
Tate Garand Tractor Co
Porrest
BH. B. Garrett
Pirie Instad
Cowlong
Geetone
Ford Tractor
Viellars
Commonwealth
J. Ahern
Feineler
Choiewan
Pile
Erin
Ahern
M L. Warren
Ford in Pirie Elevates Ford Industry Statewide
The Great Northern Motor Company, sole Ford dealer in Pirie, showcases Ford progress with the Olympia Garage as its hub. It features modern repair facilities, air provision, battery charging, and an up-to-date oxy welding plant. The garage handles wide Ford services and other brands, underscoring Ford enterprise and motor industry advancement.
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Ford
Pirie
Australia
Great Northern Motor Company
Flender
Olympia
Florence
Airect
Ford Progress
Businvsa Inshpot
Feineler
Jolie
Word Enterprise
Maby
Ford Enterprise
Studebaker
Vauxhall
Ford Car Se Ite
Great Northern Company
Mysterious Trip and Canadian Scandal aboard a Government Steamer
Ottawa reports Sir F. Leumeux will probe the cruise of the Margeret a government steamer used in a six weeks Atlantis coast voyage described as a glorious party. Cabinet members aboard and the ship log’s court disclosure are anticipated. A diary by a guest paints the voyage with scandalous details and accusations of misdeeds.
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Recorder
Ottawa
F. Leumeux
Quebec
Jacques Bu- Peau
Custom
Atlantis
Explosion at Lake Denmark Wrecks Arsenal
Washington reports 21 killed in Lake Denmark blast causing about 10000 pounds damage. Naval Board recommends building new high explosive arsenals away from large cities in isolated areas of at least 100 square miles.
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Washington
Lake Denmark
Naval Board
Suzanne's Secession Empties Amateur Era in Tennis
The Times reports Mollie Lenglen says she has done enough for sport and must now let sport do something for her. She fears becoming a fallen star if she remains an amateur. With money talking, newspapers foresee a widening amateur pro contrast similar to boxing and billiards.
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the Times
London
Mollie Suzanne Lenglen
Paris
Molle Lenglen
Sporting Life
Road proposals draw replies from states and Australia
Melbourne reports Prime Minister Bruce presenting a central roads plan. NSW Lang rejects the tentative federal state agreement. SA Gunn says Parliament ratification would be futile. Tasmania Premier states readiness to accept the road accord with early parliamentary action.
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Melbourne
S.M. Bruer
Western Australia
Lang
New South Wales
Tonigh
Bruce
Guan
South Australia
Commonwealth
Gunn. Tasmamia
Tasmania
Mreferring
Victorian Premier declares government intact after close vote
Melbourne reports the Victorian Legislative Assembly meeting where Premier Allan announced the government won after a near tie. Two government supporters were absent, which would have given a margin. He said the government would proceed with several bills including Rural Banks and redistribution of seats. Hogan led opposition criticism of continuing in office.
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Melbourne
Victorian Legislativessembly
Allan
Mitess
Ttes
Fee
Allan Sai
Hogan
War Service Homes reports show 28 968 homes built nationwide
In the House of Representatives today Minister for Works and Trails Mr W G Hill tabled the War Service Homes Commission annual report for 1925 26. He noted 28 968 homes provided across the Commonwealth and instalment arrears rate declined from 4 55 per cent to 1 23 per cent, calling the change satisfactory.
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Melbourne
House of Representatives
Federal Parliament Notes Brisbane and Western Australia Roads Pact
Melbourne reports the Prime Minister Bruce stating Queensland and Western Australia will submit the roads agreement to their Parliaments. Debate covers imperial policy, Singapore Base, Locarno Treaty, and a canned fruits export bill with apples and berries discussed. The bill advances through committees, with calls for compulsory ports and broader Board powers.
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Melbourne
House of Representatives
3. M. Bruce
Nott
Queensland
Western Australia
Yates
Canberra
Guthrie
Seabrook
Tasmania
M. Chariton
Bruce
Commonwealth
Britain
Singapore
Germany
Russia
Messrs
Hughes
Watt
Parker Moloney
Industrial Mission Nominates for an American Mission
Bruce writes to employers Organisations and Trade and Labour Colonels in each State asking each to nominate three representatives. From 36 nominees the Government will pick eight forming an industrial mission to America with four employer representatives and four from the employers.
Local Garage Showcases Repair Standards and Facilities
Readers gain insight into a North region garage that emphasizes high repair standards and well equipped facilities. The piece highlights the dealer’s knowledge of motorists needs and the importance of dependable service to attract customers.
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Abha
Porddesley
Unsuspected Injuries in Broken Hill Collision
A morning crash in Broken Hill left Mr. Hooker Hooker with rib injuries after his Dia Dug gy vehicle collided with a motor lorry on Blonde street near Stalga Falls. He initially went to work thinking he was unhurt but later sought medical attention.
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Broken Hill
Hooker Hooker
Blonde Street
Dia Duggy
Stalga Falls
Thare
Hooker
Australians in Birmingham Test Opens With Fast Run Rate
Australia bat first on a good pitch at Warwickshire County Ground Birmingham. Woodfull and Ponsford led a brisk partnership, reaching 140 at luncheon with Woodfull not out and Ponsford also unbeaten on 60 after a late-century stand. No wickets fell before lunch.
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United Service
Ing
Birmingham
Warwickshire County
Calthorpe
Paris Tide
Pidding-Green
Hewilson
Vegali Quaife
Parsons
Bates
Suntall
N. Kilner
Smith
Woodoe
Ponsford
Wick
Woodfull
Australia
Sundries
Government of Scotland Bill Introduced in House
In London on Wednesday Mr J Barr of the Labour party, with eleven Scottish Labour MPs, moved a Government of Scotland Bill. It proposes a single 148 member chamber for Scottish affairs, ending Scottish representation in the Imperial Parliament when a Scottish Parliament is formed. Executive power remains with the Crown, represented by the Lord High Commissioner, with Scottish Privy Council advice. Tax control would pass to the central Parliament.
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United Service
London
J. Barr
Labor
Government of Scotland
Scotland
Scottish Privy Council
Fower
Goole
Mountain Tragedy on Table Mountain Claim Life
In Cape Town a schoolteacher Miss Mary Perry disappeared Monday after a trek on Table Mountain. Her body was found on a high ledge about 2000 feet up. Companions and rescuers, including the Mountain Club, failed to save her life. death attributed to exposure.
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Cape Town
Wedmaedey
Table Mountain
Miles Mary Perry
Manwellbrook
New South Wales
Will
Mountain Club
Miss Persy
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