Imprisoned divers face slow death in sunken sub sea tomb
United States submarine 64 traps six men on the sea floor as a fresh gale hinders rescue. Naval experts discuss methods to place oxygen and supplies while storms sweep the area. Depth is 100 feet and divers can work only briefly. Weather likely to delay rescue into Thursday or Friday if it moderates.
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Boston
United States
le Mien
cOxygen
Allan Aypeuss
Qantas
Salina Fe
Housing the People and Federal Housing Plan Notes
A jagged fragment discusses a government housing project aiming to provide 26,000 housing units under a federal scheme. It references completion timelines, locations, and involved authorities, but the text is incomplete and obscured. The piece hints at early planning stages and expected availability once construction progresses.
The Condon Mystery Inquiries Expand In Constable Action
A late report from Sydney notes police inquiries into the death of 9 money Tender, Pane Cadan, with investigators interviewing a man who discussed the case weeks ago. Authorities indicate the internal inquiry may broaden, as the Canitayy miter considers further steps and potential interviews.
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Sydney Thess
Erie
London Weather Shadows Sydney City Christmas Plans
Sydney reports delayed service amid a festive London weather scene. Skaters enjoy Hyde Park with ponds and lakes frozen, while a 90 hour continuous shift draws concern over safety and equipment performance. The London motor industry touts a £200 Wiss-produced motor with over 2,000 parts as mechanics warn of gear changes causing harm.
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Sydney
London
Shenden
Hyde Park
Mwe
Jnelud
Disaster Averted in Newcastle River Incident
A heavy stow on the river line near Newcastle caused a disruptive flood with water a foot over rails. Patrolman Ayam and crew rushed repairs driving the river line to safety. The mail train halted four hours as authorities secured the track and recovered the body of an unknown man found washed away.
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Newcastle
Ayan
Vega
Vreekn
Ryan
Yes
Garrotters At Work In Tottenham Alarm
In Sydney a garroting scare hits Tottenham with several assaults and robberies reported. A man was knocked unconscious and left shocked, as police and authorities scramble to calm fears and dispatch patrols through the town.
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Sydney
Tuessaay
Tottenham
Two Years' Hard Labor Reported in Sydney Turaday
A clipped historical note describes a court action in Sydney with a two year sentence and references a 20 year old involved. The text mentions a police guard, a strike context, and a penal center, but the legible facts are limited and fragmentary.
Melbourne Engineer Morton's Resignation Details
Fragmentary OCR notes show a Melbourne area engineer, Mr Morton, submitting a resignation to a municipal or commission authority. The garbled text references an appointment, a counterparty named Mur Mothobeno or similar, and an event around early publication.
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Aelmotinne Tsay
Mr Morton
Fink
Sviary
Wisi
Mur Mothobeno
Iy Launeil
Prest's Ltd Toys and Glassware Advert Snapshot
A fragment advert lists toys: Prest'sLtd marks for toys from 2s6d to 3s6d with stockouts noted. Includes Cyclops line such as rubber treasure items, Flivver, Trolly Car, Tricycles, and Peram dolls. Also mentions Crystal Glass Water Set with one three pint and six goblets, pricing around 6s, plus Stainless Carving Sets priced 23s6d. Store hours show late closing at 9 pm Friday and Saturday.
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Cyclops
Sustained Flying Flight Record Attempt By Allied Aces
United Service reports Kingaford Smith, an Australian airman, and Lieut. Pond, an American, took to the air at 8 23 on Sunday to beat the German 54 hour nonstop flight record. They rose at 9 o'clock and by the 97th hour are reported in the air, with the mission going well and the aviators confident of success.
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United Service
San Francisco
Apt
Kingaford ‘Smith
Lieut
Pond
America
Kingsford Smith Flight Advised to Gain Altitude on Gas
Short of gas the voyage crew of Kingsford Smith and Lt Pond are forced to climb to higher altitude as air currents demand more fuel. It is feared the Southern Grass cannot stay aloft for more than six hours longer and gas reserves are tight mid voyage from Sho Prar to Australia. Kingsford Smith, attempting a new record for sustained flight, carries more weight than ideal for the journey and the attempt is slated to begin early January.
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San Francisco
Cappen Kingsford Smith
Lieutenant Pond
New York
Kingsford Smith
Australia
Australians Try Record Flight To Raise Funds
In San Francisco on Monday Capt. Kingsford Smith and Lt. Keith Anderson aboard the Southern Cross pursue a world distance record to aid Australian efforts. Lt. Pond serves as test pilot with Engr. Smith chosen for weight, the plane now 25 hours aloft with a plan to extend beyond 34 hours and reach Australia if successful. Technicals show 15,400 lb machine weight, takeoff 2,500 feet, wind four mph, fuel 1,422 gallons, ballast 44 gallons, trial horsepower 660.
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United Senvior
Francisco
Pond
Ligut
Keith Anderson
Kingsford Finiih
Engeford Sm
Lieut. Anderson
Australia
Petrot
Grimmett shines as New South Wales face setback at Adelaide Oval
A cricket day at Adelaide Oval saw New South Wales still in sight of victory against South Australia when Grimmett dominated with eight wickets for 67. South Australia chase 180, with Grimmett and Alexander setting a strong pace. at stumps SA trailing two wickets with 186 needed.
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Adelaide
Tuessay
Adelaide Oval
New South Wales
South Australia
Mvoid
G. W. Grimmett
South Avettalla
South
Vialtohs
Andrews
Seanes
Stott
Vilary
Scanes
Grimmett
Kippax
Bradman
Morgan
Dir Reare
Madman
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McNemee Tok
Pwrsuea
Harris
Schneier
Richardison
Swish
Austra
Hind
Cin Ter
Williame
Seat
Port Adelaide Races 2 50 Mile Baltic Stakes Notes
Racing brief from Port Adelaide outlines event at 2 50 with entries BUKESHALD and Sunt BE galley Bus. Mentions SUF Seal HON Ny Show WA. Names Deans Kihwired Loniton Caplin bullele Coomieallia Nokoonw with weights and odds summarized in cryptic form.
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Biukeshald
Suf Seal Hon
Deans
Queensland's Second Knock
Melbourne weather dull and attendance low as New South Wales scuffle in first innings. Star performers include Philips, Whitteton, Kippax, Alexander, and Williams for Victoria, with Seaton and Jordan among notable bowlers. Milestones and names from the era appear in a dense cricket score synopsis set against a rainy, uneventful day.
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Melbourne
New South Wales
Amernstanters
Shonewall
Philips
Grinett
Jeu Kippax
Alexander
le Wilms
Victoria
Alta Soanes
Williams
Sehneiter
Faye Vo
Mmdfeld
Tineke
Branly
Aredman
Willams
Anya Tau
Jordan
Adelaide Market and Sports: Grimsmett and Cricketers in Focus
Adelaide reports describe cricket innnings with Grimmett and Amos, plus poultry and dairy market notes. The text lists players from Adams to Jarran and scores, while market quotations cover metals, poultry, and produce with prices and shifts.
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Beaife
Amos
Phips
Khaw
Grimmett
Hartkopt
Mins
Clive Lindray
H Amos
Adelaide
Tueson
Bradman
Po L. Morton
O'Connorly
Sandford & Co
Morgan
Everett
R Harris
Jordon
Grimmelt
Sandrina Mutter
Schneider
Ty Grimmest Sehuretore
Dasheg
Hoover eligibility questioned over domicile rule
United Service in New York reports Hoover’s political foes contend he cannot be a presidential candidate since he allegedly lived in London before 1917. They insist the Constitution requires fourteen years of U S residence prior to nomination.
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United Service
New York
Monda
Ef. Hoover
Tondon
United States
Chaos in China Anti Red Campaign Bloodshed and Raids
Amid escalating anti Communist actions on the Yangtze a British gunboat retorted to pirate aggression while Chinese troops hunt Reds. Canton authorities report executions and threats to foreigners as raids and conspiracies unfold including disturbances linked to the Soviet consulate and Russian factions.
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United Service
Hong Komn
Bhase
Yangtze
Canton
Chai Son
Lealing
Fenwil
Panton
UW Ots
Australia’s People and Los Angeles Outrage Report
The Commonwealth Statistician released a return showing Australia’s population at 6,188,886 with a rise of 122,500 in the year. The April 4 1924 census indicates a total increase driven by births over deaths and net immigration, totaling 242,743 or 33 percent of the rise. The growth averages just over two percent annually.
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Melbourne
Commonwealth
Mg. Ghas. A. Wickenshag
Australia
Police identify slayer of Marion Parker in revenge plot
United Service from Los Angeles reports police identify the arsonist slayer Marion Parker’s killer as William Edward Hickman, an 18 year old discharged youth. Hickman, sought as Parker’s father’s enemy, fled after a juvenile court case and was later located near Parkes, but remained at large as investigators pursued him.
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United Service
Los Angeles
Marion Parker
Amero
William Edward Hickman
Hickman
First National Ayak Cae
Geoy Ve Phaques
Miles
Lonsuerte
Parker
Tevin
Marion
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Negligence Proved in Sydney Marine Inquiry
A Royal Commission in Sydney found negligence aboard the motor ship Crown Gite of Brutey's tent in Sydney Harbour. The inquiry reviewed the vessel's failure to maintain proper navigation during a storm and suspended the master. A writ for E47 FON had been issued.
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Sydney
Tursilay
Brutey
Syddney Harbor
Mit
Eumgelsies
Waratahs Entertained by Popular Scottish Team
A Scottish rugby side hosted the Waratahs for a dinner in Scotland. The event featured bagpipers and a playful reception as both teams mingled amid slow ground conditions and lighthearted banter from local spectators and officials.
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Servier Landon
Mons
Scotland
Wallace
Fire destroys shop in Victoria Avenue Albert Park
Fire gutted a shop on Victoria Avenue Albert Park and severely damaged three adjoining businesses in the early hours. Neighbors reported flames spreading rapidly as occupants escaped in night attire. Investigations ongoing into cause and extent of damage.
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Melbourne
Mullins
Victoria Avenue
Albert Park
Fatal Pedestrian Collision In Malverne Park Va
Helaine Weanis, nine, of Angus Street, Malverne Park, was killed while crossing a road on her way to visit a sister. Investigators allege a vehicle struck the child, causing a fractured skull. Constable Koener is drafting the coroner’s report.
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Helaine
Angus Street
Bettee's Assistian
Aven
Malverne
Gall
Van
Mies Weanis
Frat Ag
San Ane
Wis
Koener
Crown Appeal Overturns Light Sentence for Brutal Christmas Eve Assault
Sydney court hears Crown appeal in Full Court of Criminal Appeal against two year sentence given to Bran Travers aged 18 for a brutal assault on an elderly man on Christmas Eve. The man’s eye was badly damaged and the accused’s plea was described as provocable. Judgement reserved.
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Sydney
Court of Criminal Appeal
Bran Travers
Tannery Fire Hits North Melbourne Mill
A blaze swept the tannery district in North Melbourne causing extensive damage. Fire crews battled the flames through the night, with authorities reporting smoke seen for blocks and efforts focused on preventing spread to nearby warehouses. Local businesses reported losses but no injuries immediately confirmed.
Tram Accident in Viehmond Stuns City Riders
A tram crash on San Street in Viehmond injured several passengers and sent responders to the scene. The driver escaped with minor injuries while bystanders reported a chaotic scene and damaged cars and wires. Authorities began an investigation into the cause and safety lapses.
Senate Vacancy Next Year Liberal Nominee Candidate
A liberal nominee appears for the next year's senate vacancy. An aide linked to Theisitay Mr AW Robinson is noted as a stepping candidate to succeed Sir Henry Barweb, with the seat expected to be filled when new terms commence.
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Thesitay
AW. Robnson
Sir Henry Bar Web
Tex Wits
Crime Wave in Pirie Prompts Police Scrutiny
Port Pirie faces a spate of robberies over weeks with violence, shoplifting, and a bank clerk heist of 70 pounds. Police struggle for clues as several suspects have been jailed for related offenses while a prior robbery case remains unsolved and cellar thefts continue.
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Port Piriy
Shiy Linier
Adivsawo
Gladstone
Pirie
Port Piries
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Australian Mines On Metals Association
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Anton
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Quality
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MR. Hoover
China
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Waratahs
Wama
Blaze
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Wumipinine
Callie Witt
San Street
Viehmond
AL Hough Haray
Senate
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