Bribery Commission Hearings Open in Adelaide and Melbourne
The Police Bribery Commission opened proceedings in Adelaide with counsel W A Rollison probing Easton about his banking and private affairs amid bribe allegations. In Melbourne witnesses discuss how bookmakers and politicians interacted during Parliament’s visit, with lines drawn between alleged charges and enmity among groups.
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Adelaide
W. A. Rollison
A. G. Hl. Easton
Basta
Easton
Melbourne
Earle Page
Earle Page, Speaking of A Com- Déas
Metars
Australia
Tfon
Opportune Visit Of Japanese Legislators In Australia
A report on Japanese legislators arriving in Australia amid the government’s push for broader industrial laws. Dr Page notes friendly ties between Australians and Japanese citizens and believes such exchanges can deepen mutual understanding of shared economic challenges.
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Commonwealth
Uncy
Page
Australia
Japan
Japan’s Emigration Policy Reversal Deemed Major Gesture
London dispatch notes Japan’s reversal on emigration as a significant diplomatic gesture. The move comes just before the League of Nations reassembly, where Japan planned to press its emigration grievance.
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London
Japan
League of Nations
Suburban burglaries warn residents after two-night raids
Four western suburban houses were broken into over two nights. In one case a burglar woke occupants by washing a latch while a woman slept with her husband. A Milton residence lost two rings and seven shillings. Kilkenny home suffered a two hour occupation with over fifty pounds of goods stolen including jewellery and clothing. An intruder in Kilkenny awakened a sleeping couple and fled when the husband reached for a revolver.
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Adelaide
Sherif
New Mile End
Gran
Milton
Kinkenny
John Joy
Kilkenny
Cobham Departure Delayed Again in Melbourne
Mr Alan Cobham’s return trip to Britain remains delayed with the date changed again. He is expected to leave Point Cook for Adelaide on Sunday mornings, indicating further postponement of his overseas journey.
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Melbourne
Alan Cobham
Britain
Point Cook
Adelaide
Y M C A Dinner Promises Unity Talk at Volga
The Triangle Club hosts its first dinner tonight at Volga, featuring an aid programme and an address on citizenship by Mr A W Lacey of MAIL. Tickets at 2 shillings. The season’s wool clip looks strong with bobbed fashion and the tale of Ashtoreth referenced.
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Triangle Club
Hell
Volga
A. W. Lacey
Melbourne
Palestine
Jeremiah
Sydney
Greek Turmoil Reports Heavy Voting Near Salonika Front
From Sofia on Tuesday reports say heavy voting occurred around 2 pm along the Greco Bulgarian frontier northeast of Salonika. A crowd protested outside a prison as General Pangalos faces deportation to Accia aboard the Leon. General Gyndylis and Admiral Come are in talks about a new coalition cabinet.
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the Times
Sofia
Ateu
Salonita
Pangalos
Accia
Pantalotas
Gyndylis
Come
Duurtutis
Valentino's Death Sparks NYC Viewing Crowd
Riolph Valentino, famed screen actor, died in New York with his body viewed by large crowds blocking streets. He left a prized collection of weapons and armor in Los Angeles, while Polish star Pola Negri claims he would have married her. His estate shows no cash, owes £40,000 on a note secured by a life policy, but royalties from his films will enrich his heirs.
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Uuleu Service
New York
Tueway
Riolph Valentina
Valentine
Los Angeles
Declure
Port Negri
Valentino
Joseph Schenk
Aly
Moonlight Car Dash Ends In Cliff Crash At Torbay
United Service reports a romantic night drive by two youths and two shop girls in Torbay ended with their car plunging 200 feet over a cliff. The vehicle broke from its chassis after striking brushwood, and four passengers were tossed into bushes. Both lads and one girl were unconscious, the other girl unhurt and signaling for help.
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United Service
London
Tuesiday
Torbay
Glsistants
Australian Eleven Open Against Kent in London Test
The Australian Eleven, led by captain A. P. Chapman, faced Kent County at a rainless London wicket. Openers Hardinge and Ashdown gave Kent a strong start as the score reached 98 for one at lunch with Hardinge not out and Ashdown out after a long stand.
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London
Kent
Canterbury
A. P. ¥. Chapman
England
Arun
Australia
Colling
Gregory
Taylor
Andrews
Marley
Michardson
Ryder
Ellis
Kney
Ke Chapman
J. Bryan
G.brown
C. Knoll
Swith Hardinge
Ashdown
Ryupa
Wassesba Malley
Woolley
Hardinge
B Malley Woolley
Two Sisters Drowned In Morecambe Beach Tragedy
London report from Leeds says Marcia Jackson and Edith Jackson, sisters aged 19 and 21, left their boardinghouse for an evening band show and went to Morecambe. Their bodies were found the next morning on the beach, 300 yards apart, without coats or footwear. They apparently paddled in rough sea and drowned. The dogs whined as their mother woke to the terrier’s tears.
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the Recorder
London
Leeds
The
Aily Mail
Marcia Jackson
Edith Jackson
Morecambe
Mate
44 Hours Week Hearing In Melbourne Court
The Federal Commonwealth Arbitration Court continued the hearing on a 44 hours work week. Crofts for the Trades and Labor Councils argued workers deserve more leisure for life, education, and family welfare, urging employer training. The Chief Judge pressed limits of enforceable management reform and warned against implied motives as the session adjourned to the next day.
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Melbourne
Federal Commonwealth Arbitration Court
Crofts
Trades and Labor Councils
Germany
Mr Crofts
Collingwood
Toorak
Crofle
Pr Crofts
Richardson to join Lancashire League club in England
In London reports Arthur Richardson will join a Lancashire League club before returning to Australia with the Test team. I L Collins, captain, denied rumors that Richardson would play in England after earlier notes suggested an offer. Richardson indicated he knew nothing about the matter, and expected earnings would exceed his Adelaide Insurance Inspector pay.
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United Service
Ondon
Gagelle
Arthur Richardson
Australia
Adelaide
I. L. Collins
England
Richardson
Governor-General Lord Stonehaven Visits Northern Territories
Sydney reports Lord Stonehaven arrived by train from Glencurry to Sewcastle Waters then to Katherine and Darwin. He toured the native compound and meatworks, visited schools, and attended a public reception at the Town Hall. The party sails from HMLS Geranium to Derby on Thursday.
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Sydney
Brunette Downs
Queenstands
Lord Stonehaven
Glencurry
Sewcastle Waters
Katherine
Darwin
Vesty
Derby
North-west Australia
Aberdeen Disaster Claims From Chorus Girls at Williamson Company
Sydney reports Railways Commissioners received over ten compensation claims related to the Aberdeen disaster. More than half came from chorus girls of the J. G. Williamson Company. Paid amounts ranged from £20 to £25. No large claims settled yet.
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Sydney
Wisnow
Railways Commissioners
Aberdeen
J. GC. Williamson
Prest's Limited Spring Fashions Showroom Preview
Prest's Limited presents an advance look at spring fashions with a magnificent collection of the newest frocks inspired by Paris and London. Dresses for race, street, or evening wear feature fabrics such as Charmalaine, Repp, Haya, Minerva, printed georgettes and crepe de chine in bordered and floral effects.
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Paris
London
Charmalaine
Repp
Haya
Minerva
Display of smart millinery latest creations in trims
In the trimmed section the latest creations feature cri nol ine visca bubble and hemp straws smartly trimmed with velvet ribbons and flowers.
Death from fractured skull in Sydney hospital jump
Joseph Morris died early today from a fractured skull after leaping 40 feet from a balcony at the Sydney hospital on Saturday. He had been admitted and received 35 stitches in his throat during the incident, which appeared to be an attempted death by his own action.
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Sydney
Joseph Morris
Queensland Budget Budgeted Revenue and Deficit Figures
The Treasurer disclosed in the Budget an estimated revenue of £46,500,000 and an estimated deficit of £173,166, with details outlined for Queensland.
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Stisbane
Jelley Reverses Plebiscite Decision Over Health
Adelaide reports Mr Jelley former Labor plebiscite candidate for No 4 District Legislative Council has altered his stance due to ill health. He consulted his medical adviser and decided to submit his nomination after previously indicating withdrawal.
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Adelaide
Soiet
Jelley
Labor Party
Connell
Tom Mix film and murder trial drama at New Alhambra
A Fox Films Tom Mix vehicle My Own Pal is shown at New Alhambra Theatre tonight amid report of a murder case in Kew. The production stars Tom Mix with Dorothy Bowen and Virginia Marshall in key roles, while a separate note mentions Richard Barthelmess in Just Suppose and polo scenes.
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Gerald Beaumont
Fox Films
Tom Mix
Alhambra Theatre
Tom
Adance
Melbourne
Dorothy Bowen
Elsie Jean O
Kew
Richard Brodie
Ile Mounted
Borden
Tom Snowing
Reading
Aises
Virginia Marshall
Agaill
Pam
Wilner
Tom Santecht
Richard Barthelmess
First National
Richard
Adelaide Fruit and Vegetable Market Prices Report
Adelaide wholesale market pricing for fruit and vegetables shows apples priced 6/ to 7 6/ case, cooking apples 17/ to 10/ per case, mandarins 8/ to 1 1/ per case, oranges 10/ to 12/ for choicest, 6/ to 7/ for ordinary, River Murray navels 40/ to 12/ per case, poets 5/ per case, pears 5/ per case, tomatoes 6d per unit, cauliflowers 3/ to 5/ per dozen, cabbages 2/ to 5/ per dozen.
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Adelaide
River Murray
Australian Metal Exchange August quotations reported
Adelaide Wednesday advices from the Australian Metal Exchange show August 24 copper, lead, tin, and silver quotes in spot and forward terms. Notable entries include copper standard spot £58/46/3 and three months £59/41/3, electrolytic ingots £66/15/ and next month £67/5/. lead soft spot £32/8/9 and forward £38/4/3, tin standard spot £291/13/9 with three months £286/14/3, and silver standard cash £2/5 1-46 with forward £2/5 4-8 ounce. Local notes list buyer and seller quotes for Mt Lyell, Broken Hill, Junction North, North, and other firms, reflecting varied bid prices.
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Aelaide
Australian Metal Exchange
Lonon Metal Exchange
A. A. Pearce
Wat
Adelaide
Mt Lyell
Waller
ML Morgan
Broken Hill
North
Bennett and Fisher
Holden's Ltd
Wilcox
Moffin
Oldabrough Mort
Duysr
Barrier Gouth
Trail of Fair Burglar Sees Scotland Yard In Pursuit
Scotland Yard is actively pursuing a stylish young woman burglar linked to the Forty Elephants gang. The thief has operated in Chertsey Al Dan's Graygate Ilford and Leatherhead, escaping by motor car with jewellery dresses and other booty.
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Tueaday
Scotland Yard
Chertsey
T al- Dan's
Graygate
Ilford
Leatherhead
Forty Elephants
Pirie Ladlen Rowing Club Ball at Weld Institute Hall
Conditions were ideal for the Pirie Ladlen Rowing Club ball held at Weld Institute Hall. About 100 couples enjoyed a pleasant evening with fine music from a trio of piano, violin, and trombone. Proceeds were to be donated to the Queen of Children in the Back te iPleiy competition fund. The secretary organized the sanction details, and the banquet staff included Mesdames NoCormack, Moyle, Wells, Price, Gouk, Arm, Jenking, Wilton, and Miss Leggo, Bell, Jenking, and Dix, who served refreshments in the super room and tasteful tables.
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Pirie Ladlen
J. P. Jankis
Io Sluts
Mivs
Jenkins
Mack
Moyle
Wells
Price
Gouk
Arm
Mour
Jenking
Wilton
Leggo
Bell
Dix
Local Socials and Music Details From August Gatherings
Crystal Brook notes Mr Baker of Narridy born as Ceryntal Brook. Military Club held demos on Tuesday evening August 24 with guests present. Dr Ganley of Pork Pirte supplied the music. Supper decorated with green and white streamers. The Girl Club hosted a social at Mrs W Fee’s home on August 23, led by Mine D. Calims.
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Dr. Ganley
Eoclal Welal
Grandstand on Fire and Jubilee Meeting in Brisbane
Fire damage estimated at 2000 pounds hits the grandstand while Jubilee Celebration Committee convenes to review sub committees. Witnesses report further fires and insured structures, with preparations for a special excursion train and tickets for attending guests.
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Wway
Sonnestiun
Brisbane
Qlice Momston
Cornwall
Mies J. Cornell
L.C.B
Secratary
Nichufle
Visi Mane
Baratou
naDie
Coombes
Gouin
Impudent Theft In George Street Robs Jewellers
A motor car with jewellery valued at £1200 was stolen from in front of a George Street store around 4 pm yesterday. Police recovered the car half an hour later in Ultimo with jewellery valued at £1100 scattered on the ground and £100 in stories missing. The items belong to Arthur Cocks and Co., Ltd, Sydney wholesale jewellers, and the car was driven by a company traveller who was inside the store.
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Adelaide
Arthur Starold
Harrison
Redruth
Tarrawingee
New South Wales
Sewell
Nichards
Silverton
Broken Hill
Queensland
Iit
Queenslan
George Street
Lang
Ultimo
Arthur Cocks and Co., Ltd
Sydney
South Fremantle Narrowly Defeated by Port Adelaide at Alberton
In an interstate football clash at Albertor, Port Adelaide edged South Fremantle by one point. Port Adelaide scored 8 goals 14 behinds to South Fremantle 9 goals 7 behinds, reflecting a tight finish this afternoon.
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Interstate FC
South Fremantle
Albertor
Sydney Royal Show Revenue Up From 1925 Figures
The Royal Agricultural Society posted total revenue of £97,176 this year, up from £90,645 in 1985, while expenditures reached £274,455. Revenue from the Easter Show amounted to £82,950, about £6,500 more than in 1925.
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Sydney
Royal Agricultural Society
Canberra work progress noted by Prime Minister's Department
The Prime Minister's Department states Canberra work proceeds satisfactorily with the residence and Government House nearing completion. The Secretary's building and Hotel Kurrajong nearly finished. Parliament House grounds and Government Movee grounds receiving tree planting. At end July 2,946 men employed by the Canberra Commission. new motor bus link between settlements to be expanded with four dune purchases. cottages and shops under private build. Canberra Times office completed at Ainslee and to publish weekly in September.
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Melbourne
Canberra
Kurrajong
Parliament House
Canberra Commission
Bes Sbeet
Commission
Canberra Times
Hes Juat
Ainslee
Goldfields Tragedy Details From Perth Case
Detective-Sergeant Manning testifies on the Walsh murder near the Teatment plant. He notes the running man near the plant left no definite clues about his identity. The shot man fell after 10 paces, with earth removed, and witnesses say limited bush could have concealed Walsh and Pitman’s approach. Haynes questions the scene’s bushiness. Manning declines to concede pelleted shot traces.
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Perth
Wedaceday
Manning
Orgee- Coulter
William Treflene
John Walsh
Walsh
Pitman
Haynes
Serwean Manning
Export of Lambs in Adelaide Delayed by Slaughtermen Pact
Adelaide reports the lamb export season will begin in approximately ten days in the state. An agreement between the State Produce Export Department and slaughtermen over wages and conditions is finalized, preventing delays that could cause serious losses to the industry. Stock owners await settlement to forward lambs, as negotiations stalled operations.
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Adelaide
State Produce Export Department
Train Collision Leaves Miss Norman Severely Injured
Miss Violet Norman, 28, of Clarke Street Wayville, was struck by a train at Wayville station and left unconscious at Adelaide Hospital. Her condition initially grave improved but remained critical as doctors assessed recovery prospects.
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Joanesaay
Violet Norman
Clarke Street
Wayville
Adelside Hospital
Wayville Station
Norman
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