Australia Sets Test Target After Long England Innings
England declared at 343 for eight after a stubborn stand led by Ponsford and Chapman. Australia, chasing 742, began cautiously with Woodfull and Ponsford, facing Larwood and Grimmett as the Exhibition Ground Test resumed amid stiff top order bowling.
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A. P. Chapman
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Australia
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C. ¥. Grimmett
Hll
Hendry Eerie
Ryder
W. H. Ponsf
Duckworth
W.M. Woods
Ay Rippon
Larwood
Tate
Gregory and Brisbanes Match Update
Tuesday report notes M Gregory is ruled out for the 40lay Untt while Kelleway remains sidelined after his attack of phomatne wolganing and is ordered to stay in bed.
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Brisbane
Gregory
Kelleway
Phomatne Wolganing
Alleged Bribery Complaint Sparked by Pipe Offer
Sydney reports an alleged bribery attempt involving Major Tarvie and a parcel said to contain two £100 notes handed to Me Bruntwell through an intermediary. The Premier ordered investigation, detectives were summoned, and a summons to the alleged bribe giver is to be issued as part of routine procedure.
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Sydney
Umer
Me Bruntnell
Rnler
Aarste
Ohler
Tarvie
Bruntwell
New South Wales Senate Election Figures Report
The text reports NSW Senate results with candidates J Donley Labor leading, followed by details on preferences from Thomas Sat Dunn and Age. It cites votes for Dooley, Orchard, and Abbott and notes ongoing counts with Messrs Hand and Rae contesting remaining seats. The fragmentary source records partial tallies and allocation of preferences in a labor context.
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J. Donley
Labor
Senate
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Mesurs Thomas
Dunn
Age
Dooley
Orchard
Bert Abbott
Messrs Hand and
Rae
Couns
Stark's Hall Function Features Euchre Tourney and Dance
Mrs B D Atkins hosts a weekly euchre tournament and dance at Stark's Hall, drawing a large crowd Saturday night. Prizes awarded included ladies first Mrs Webster and second Mrs Feeley, special Mrs Johnson, and men's first Mr Whitney with second Mr McLean. A gold dance prize went to Mr K Roachock and Miss B Jones.
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Webster
Bombing Outrages Crowded Melbourne Court
Melbourne Tuesday reports detectives seek interview with James Thompson regarding bombing outrages. Stanley Gordon Williams, 36, a bookmark maker, faced City Only Court on charges linked to explosives damage at a tavern on Saturday night with intent to murder. Counsel said bail set at 4000 pounds. police requested higher bail, bench allowed 500 with two sureties of 250 each.
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Melbourne
James Thompson
sTeionme
Stanley Gordon Willams
Wil
Sonneberg
Williams
Poliae
Nipper
Explosives Bill Explained at Legislative Assembly
The Explosives Substance Bill was explained by the Chief Secretary Mr Aveyle at the Legislative Assembly. The motion for the second reading was signed. Penalty under the bill is 15 years imprisonment.
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Mr Aveyle
Legislative Assembly
Unfortunate Settlers Seek Aid to Meet Debts in Victoria
A Melbourne deputation representing Mallee settlers told the Minister for Lands, Mr Angus, that without assistance they could not meet next year’s financial obligations. They urged foregone harvest payments to help offset part of their debts. The minister promised consideration.
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Malleeliana
Mr Angus
Chilean Earthquake Casualties Report From Valparaiso
United Service reports from Valparaiso on the Chilean quake show at least 280 dead with extensive damage. A hospital burned, refugees housed in Red Cross tents, and about 44 killed in a separate incident as fires and aftershocks disrupt the stricken area.
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Altuouehoor
Chile
Lonat
Cromalea
Red Cross
Red Cross. Soatehefensive
Salion Thera
Victoria Fights to Avoid Innings Defeat in Sheffield Shield
Victoria trails South Australia by 42 runs with three wickets in hand at stumps after a tense day at Adelaide Oval. Scaife and Haring anchored steady scoring while Bilis and Ebeling provided resistance. Victoria needs 42 to avoid an innings defeat as Williams and Morton shared late wickets.
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Bilis
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Richardson
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Ube
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Sandford and Co reports varied Victorian market prices
In Adelaide trading notes A W Sandford and Co lists diverse produce and provisions with quoted prices for meats, poultry, dairy, and grains. Also shows Sydney London exchange figures for December including copper ingots, tin, zinc, and silver with spot and forward rates.
London Evening Briefing From Buckingham Palace
Overnight bulletin notes no official word from Buckingham Palace as ministers rest. A cautious mood spreads through Parliament and Cabinet with murmurs of restored confidence, though details remain unclear and rumor mill still active Sunday afternoon.
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Stanley Hewett
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Cinoley
Paris and London press share anxious wartime tone
The Guardian Paris correspondent notes growing sympathy and ties between Paris and London amid war fears. German observers track the king’s health as Buckingham Palace scenes are described with concern. A dispatch from Mendon records a quiet night and cautious hope, while foreign readers monitor the situation.
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Dire Plight of Wharf Laborers in Melbourne
Fragmentary report describes union at Union Wharf facing starvation anxiety and appeals to the Victorian Government for more work opportunities. It notes unusual sailor presence, widespread hardship among families, and a government figure hinting at addressing complaints of maltreatment of unionists.
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Wiliam McDiomysehen
Train Fatality Identified: William Ribble 74
A man struck by a train yesterday in Sydney has been identified as William Ribble, 74. Police say there are no suspected lone circumstances and investigation continues.
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Sydney
William Ribble
Whitfield and Williams top scoring in rough bowling reel
In the first innings Whitfield bowled poorly while Williams took 6 for 434 with Pellew and McKay adding solid runs. In the second innings Sandford and Whitfield claimed wickets as Williams dominated with 464 runs total. The match notes include several players and scores, with stumps showing Hawke, Victoria, and Sheffield Shield context upcoming in Melbourne on December 22.
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Peace in Industry Conference Opens in Melbourne
A national industrial peace conference opens in Melbourne Town Hall tomorrow with leaders from employers and unions. Sir Wallace Bruce, chairing, travels with Sir Hugo Hirst and Sir Arthur Duckham of the British Economic Commission. Labor delegates push for policy on unemployment and arbitration reform.
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American Wealth and War-Era Debt Compared Worldwide
A London note quotes a leading banker querying postwar wealth shifts. It argues the United States moved from debtor to creditor during WWI, with prewar debts reversed as wartime and postwar financial flows grew. Britain’s financing of wartime purchases allegedly boosted American gold reserves, underpinning prosperity.
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America
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Australian Coal Prospects Highlighted by Henke Visit
visiting scientist Henke stated Australia possesses more black coal brown coal and shale oil feedstock than Germany. He has spent months in Australia exploring New South Wales Victoria and Tasmania fields. He argues Newcastle coal could rival Victoria’s in value if a distillation process is adopted in New South Wales.
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Soviet Finance: Moscow reports higher war output and revenue
The Daily News Moscow reports the Soviet Finance Commission announcing a war effort increase of about £19.5 million. It cites total revenue for the year to September 1929 at roughly £750 million, about $90 million, amid Geneva talks and universal disarmament discussions.
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Eleven Die as Hydroplane Crashes Into Bay
Ten persons perished when a hydroplane crashed in the bay this afternoon. Rescue efforts failed to reach the wreck before drowning occurred. Prominent citizens among the dead include Santos Dimont, the Brazilian aviator, and others unnamed.
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Australian plan to send 28 aeroplanes to Australia
The United Services or London and the Air Ministry agree to expedite aircraft delivery to Australia. Twenty eight aeroplanes are nearly ready for the Royal Air Force and will be diverted to Australia. The first batch sails for Australia in February, with the remainder in March.
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Port Pirie Police Report Increase in Convictions
Port Pirie police report no rise in serious crimes this year but note a clear increase in total convictions, aided by vigour and initiative. Housebreaking and larceny remain common in the northern port, with juvenile offenders contributing to the rise. several difficult cases have been resolved with convictions.
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Coolidge Presses Farm Relief and Surplus Plans
Washington Monday President Coolidge, in a wartime tone, urged passage of the Fifteen Grubaerw Bill and proposed a Federal Farm Loans program to aid orderly marketing. He warned against subsidies and price fixing, favoring government-backed revolving funds and farmer organization, while opposing mandatory marketing. He also noted potential Canada-U.S. trade frictions and a deepened St. Lawrence canal project.
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Bribery Claim Against Ex Sergeant in London Court
In London a former police sergeant from Vine Street station faced charges over alleged bribes from restaurant keeper Hulsi Wibwil and debt club queen Mire Kate Meyrick. He reportedly kept two safes and an inquiry traced large sums, including thousands in notes, tied to the case.
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