Trial of Harold Russell Alleged Confidant in Melbourne
Crowded courtroom follows the Russell murder case as Harold James Russell faces trial for drowning his wife and two children at Sunshine on June 11. Witness Harold Brown testifies on alleged confessions and public duty, while details of the crime and related inquiries unfold, with adjournment set for tomorrow.
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Melbourne
Russell
Curt
Harold James Russell
Sunshine
Harold
Frederick Brown
Sydney
Brennan
Trussell
Metropolitan Gool
Brown
Brennan Brown
Hussell
South Australia
Ottawa Conference May Push European Free Trade
Montreal dispatch reports that at the Ottawa Conference Denmark plans a sweeping free trade policy in September. The move would create a broad European free market and Canadian businessmen have begun steps to secure trade there.
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Montreal
Denmark
Ottawa
Europe
Bank Bandit Hold-Up Ends with Mountie Shootout
In Halifax Nova Scotia Wednesday three bandits attempted a bank robbery but were met by mounted police. The assailants hid inside until officers closed in. One bandit was killed another wounded and a third surrendered after the confrontation.
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Halifax
Nova Scotia
Iip
Huge Fund Urged For Wool Industry
Sydney reports a Wool Rehabilitation Committee session where Mr L Watson of Goulburn proposed a £30,000,000 fund to guarantee a price of 1546.7d per pound for woolgrowers, aiming to stabilise the industry and restore Australia to prosperity. This plan emphasizes a large federal backing to secure producer incomes.
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Sydney
L. Watson
Grazier
Goulbirm
Australia
Debtor Imprisoned For Failed Judgment Answer
A debtor, before Mr Kirkman SM, was ordered 40 days imprisonment for failing to answer an unsatisfied judgment. The case proceeded in the local court yesterday with the debtor named as S. Bulling.
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Kirkman
S. Bulling
Mollison plans Harbor Grace return trip to England
London reports J. A. Mollison told his wife in a phone chat he would reach Harbor Grace in two or three days to prepare for his return to England. Mrs. Amy Mollison is said to plan a solo flight to America on September 1.
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London
J. A. Mollison
Harbor Grace
England
Amy Mollison
America
Strike Threat Dampened in Melbourne Textile Mills
In Balance Textile Workers strike threat in Melbourne eased as union leaders prepared a mass meeting response while police pledged protection to prevent intimidation. Employers claim Communist influence behind the action, noting only a fraction of 3,500 would be idle and affirming readiness to negotiate for settlement.
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Melbourne
Pestite Workers
Ushal
Joyal
Willis
Mat Vibey
St. Tits
Tio
Tradas
D. Dork
Margery Lawrence Engaged for Paris Opera Season
London dispatch states dramatic soprano Aliss Marwery Lawrence of Geelong Australia has been engaged for Paris Opera for the coming season. Special cables report the arrangement.
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London
Aliss Marwery Lawrence
Geelong
Australia
Paris Opera
British Boycott: An Ireland Propaganda Decision
A Recorder Special notes a Dudley audience and theatre managers resisting British propaganda films including those featuring Royalty. Managers cite theatre damage and public sentiment as reasons for not screening such pictures, signaling widespread adherence to the boycott.
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Dudley
Nazi Reds clash leaves woman wounded in Berlin home
Berlin dispatch reports a prominent Nazi's residence in Dolsburg attacked by Communist partisans. The resident escaped but his wife was wounded, marking the first blood in the escalating Nazi Reds conflict on the home front.
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Ablesh
Berlin
Tadeo
Dolsburg
jUred Stats
Neily Express
Reds
Prince of Wales Visit Sparks Riviera Fashion Hype
The Riviera fashion scene reacts to the Prince of Wales arrival with trend driven outfits. Gearlet-necked shirts, hosters, and flannels lead the look as shops decorate for the royal visit. Boat-averse crowds reflect maritime mood in style notes.
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Itiviera
Prince of Wales
Bogey Bogey in London Cricketer Roundup
The Evening Standard reports on a controversial Sanging delivery by Australian bowler CV Grimmett, described as a pay stunt in English cricket. The piece notes the reaction as ongoing debate over the “bogey” tactics and names Wag as a notable figure in the discussion.
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London
Evening Standard
CV. Grimmett
Two Planes Overdue From New York to Oslo
Two flights bound for Oslo from New York are six hours overdue due to heavy fog. The crews include Thor Solberg with Carl Paterson and Clyde Lee with John Bootikon, who departed Harbor Grace Newfoundland and face landing difficulties.
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New York
Wednasday
Oslo
Norway
Thor Solberg
Carl Paterson
Clyde Lee
John Bootikon
Harbor Grace
Newfoundland
Adelaide ship to be recommissioned to boost navy strength
HMAS Adelaide will be recommissioned to increase Australian Navy strength and readiness. The action signals ongoing expansion of naval capabilities and regional presence.
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HMAS
Adelaide
Five-Year-Old Boy's Sydney to Melbourne Pony Ride
A five-year-old boy Tommy Duffy from Sydney rode a pony to Melbourne with his mother driving a gig. The 24 day journey faced heavy rain hail and snow. A crowd witnessed the boy present a letter from the Sydney Lord Mayor to Melbourne's Lord Mayor.
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Melbourne
Tommy Duffy
Sydney
Faithful Salvation Army visit thrills Pirie crowd
Commissioner McKenzie told a Pirie Salvation Army Hall audience that the Army's work is increasingly recognized from top to bottom. He spoke of militant Christianity, global outreach, and choruses drawing people of all colors. Mayor Middleton, Col Mackay, Dr Goode, and Major Hurst attended as the guests planned to leave Pirie today.
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Pirie
Salvation Army
W. McKensie
South
Austraia
Brotherhood of Man
Mr. Middleton
Col. Mackay
A. H. L. Goode
Nis'ilfe
Salvation Arms
Qad
Gr. Goode
Mackay
Major Hurst
Pirle
YMCA Appeal Fund Progress Report Inches Up
Port Pirie YMCA appeal fund shows growing totals as a citizens committee reports the latest figures at a meeting. Honorary treasurer announces progress toward the campaign with many donations from individuals and businesses. Total stands at 314 pounds 4 shillings 8 pence with more expected before this afternoon’s gathering.
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MIE Citizens’ Committee
Port Pirie Young Meo's
Christian Association
Awit
Towa Alasoto Chamber
Holiday Jaunt to Britain Begins in Stages
New York on a Wednesday, George Hutchinson and wife and two children start a light, easy journey to England. The party includes a wireless operator navigator mechanic and motion operator as they begin their voyage in stages.
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New York
George Hutchinson
England
Sportsmen Injured In Adelaide Tram Collision
Mr J B Flannagan and John H Flannagan were among sportsmen hurt when their car crashed into a tram station in Vielotta Square Adelaide. Thomas H McKay president of Kadina and Wallaroo Jockey Club, aged 99, and a fourth racing man were injured. Plantagan remained at Adelaide Hospital with facial injuries after the crash. McKay was allowed to leave after treatment for cuts.
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Adelaide
Thomas H.mckay
Kadina
Wallaroo
Tempers Rise In House Debating Wheat Storage Bill
Adelaide Wednesday report on a House of Assembly clash over suspending standing orders to discuss the Wheat Storage Bill. Butler and Premier Hill exchange accusations as the government caucus debates the bill now in select committee, with critics warning it could harm farming and trading methods.
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Adelaide
BR. L Butler
House of Assembly
Hon.l. Bill
Butler
Hill
Hil
Totalg Gaucus
Eselission al Ih
EB. Gleland
K.C
F- VY
Smith
IF. Stamiford
Final Stages Of Australian Golf Championship At Adelaide
In Adelaide on Wednesday the Amateur Championship semi finals produced Williams of Victoria defeating Winger of South Australia 6 and 4 after 6 was reached. Teltington beat Nettlefold of Tasmania 3 up and 2. Fereus McMahon of South Australia defeated J McLachlan also of SA 3 up and 2. In the professional title semi final J Naismith Vine beat Richardson 2 up in a tight match.
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Adelaide
Australia
Sexton
Williams
Vic
Winger
S.A
Teltington
Nettlefold
Tas
Fereus McMahon
J. McLachlon
J. Naismith Vine
Richardson
Grosvenor and Wabury Bridge schemes On slum removal costs
London Thursday report cites the Grosvenor scheme with a 431000 pound price tag, mainly for Westminster and Edbury Bridge estates. Contested figures show 115650 pounds for the Duke of Westminster and 197500 pounds for Edbury Bridge buildings, all 22 plots now occupied.
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London
Weunesday
Gay of West
Innster
Grosvenor
Wabury Bridge
Mars
Te Grosvenor
Duke of Westmnster
Jana Dui
Edbury Bridge
Justice Owen Farewell Address Rejects Bias in Appointments
Sydney on Wednesday Justice Owen, closing his career, urged that only men fit by training, experience, and character be appointed to judicial offices. He warned against using influence to block appointments or favor sections or individuals, noting the importance and honor of the position.
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Bary
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