Electrocution at Evans Head Hotel Washing Machine
A hotel on the North Coast reported a fatal electroshock incident yesterday. An employee, Alexander Kellas Hunter, 23, was electrocuted while operating a washing machine. guest Mrs. McGrath received a severe shock while attempting to assist. Ruby O’Connor, a laundress, was also badly shocked responding to the cries. The scene, details, and witnesses are described in the surrounding report.
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Evans Heard
Ly Alexander Kellas Hunter
Yesterda
Destruction of Japanese mills ordered by Chinese president
In Tokyo, sensational reports claim Chinese President Chiang Kai-shek ordered the destruction of Japanese owned mills worth £17,500,000 at Tsingtao. Chinese commanders in Tsingtao reportedly aim to block Kiaochow Bay channels to deter Japanese naval forces, as thousands flee Tsingtao by land and sea.
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London
Mona
Tokio
Tsingtao
Chiang Kai-shek
Ying
Kiaochow Bay
Britain Hh Hany Weberaydies Cabinet Far East Clarification
Fragmented OCR recalls Cabinet discussions on Far East strategy. It notes concerns about Japanese expansion jeopardizing trade through Hong Kong and the South China hinterland, with Britain weighing moderating opinions and trader impacts amid sensitive proposals.
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Hany Weberaydies
Far East
Fragmented OCR Sailor Notice From Ancient Port
Fragmented readable phrases describe ships near Kiukiang and a harbor area with scattered names and numbers. The text mentions maritime positions and distances, but many words are garbled, making specifics unclear.
Who Fired First
A cryptic transcription from an Australian Associated Press item presents disjointed phrases and names, seeking clarity on initial gunfire or blame amid a disputed incident. The jumbled text mentions individuals and events without coherent context, leaving readers without verifiable facts or a clear narrative.
Batsmen Fail as NSW Collapse in Sheffield Shield
Sensational collapse sees New South Wales bowled out for 34 in their second innings at Adelaide Oval. South Australia dominate with strong bowling from Kempton and Withers while Ward and Heaney contribute dangerous bursts. Read as a dramatic turn in the Sheffield Shield match with notable performances by Kovacs, Walker, and Finegan, sealing a decisive lead for South Australia.
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New South Wales
South Australia
Adeaide Oval
Teday
Victoria 461 for 6 in Shield match against Queensland
Victoria declared at six wickets for 461 as Hassett reached WW, Pearson 63 not out, and McCormick and Fleetwood-Smith shone with the ball. Queensland collapsed to 130 all out, Baker top scoring with 47 while Fleetwood-Smith took five for 60.
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Melbourne
Igg
Queensland
Hassett
Pearson
Baker
McCormick
Fleetwood-Smith
Boy dies after car exhaust asphyxiation accident
Sydney report outlines a tragedy where a boy repairing a car exhaust inhaled fumes while alone at night. The exhaust began causing trouble earlier, and the youth reportedly died after inhaling toxic fumes while attempting a repair. Authorities note the incident occurred during the evening and the boy’s father discovered him.
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Sydney
Bayiton
Marty
Ade laide Deputation Seeks Space for Pirie Technical School
A deputation met Minister S W Jeffries in Adelaide seeking additional space for Pirie Technical School at an estimated cost of £2500. Lewis and Inghes presented details while the minister promised careful consideration. A committee was formed to investigate a major mechanics class and future expansions.
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Pirie Technical School
S. W. Jeffries
Adelaide
Kulp Lewis
Arsangeuwet
Bert
Dirie
Messrs
Lewis
Inghes
J Uy
Jane
Mator Mechanics
Davis
Nicholson's Ride Melbourne World Record Attempt
Nicholson aims to set a yearly cycling world record and passed the 6000 mile mark yesterday. He plans to ride at least 200 miles daily for the year’s final days, having covered 246 miles yesterday, and will wear a vivid red white and blue sweater to stay visible on the beach roads.
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Melbourne
Nicholson
Quiet Wheat Market Abroad on Week Ending End
Australian and international wheat markets showed little movement at week’s end. Liverpool and Chicago were steady with slight gains, while Winnipeg and Winnipeggers noted profit-taking and export activity figures amid a mix of climate reports and market news.
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Adelaide
Adelide
Port Adelaide
Liverpool
G. G. Nicholls
Chicago
Winnipeg
W. W. Fiddaman
Winni
B. Goods
Ellen Stevet
Atediva
Pirie
London
Ted
One Way Traffic Change on Ellen Street
Notices directing traffic in Ellen street will be placed at intersections and take effect tomorrow. Traffic into Pirie must keep to the western side and southbound vehicles must move along the east of the railway kerbing. White lines from traffic cops indicate how turns are made.
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Ellen Street
W. H. Threadgold
Pirie
Tasfic
Trials in January Wel B ol Se Ate Vy Be He Atta Ahem
Fragmentary OCR text shows scattered letters and names, unclear events, no coherent facts or identifiable persons, places, or dates. Unable to determine a definite news item or outcome from the provided fragment.
Hotelkeepers Make Offer After Meeting On Privately Held Feats
A rough transcript shows hotelkeepers pushing a private bid during a Wilt Hata meeting with Pirie and Dean Tebl. The attendees discuss a proposal for private fees and a potential course of action, with emphasis on addressing interest and timing.
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Pirie Hotel
Heer
Dean Tebl
Thermometer records 84.9 high and 58 low
Yesterday's temperatures peaked at 84.9 degrees and the 24 hour low settled at 58 degrees by 8 30 am. The readings reflect the day's weather pattern in the area.
SALE OF FARM NEAR CLARE ADELAIDE Munday MEO
Fragmentary notice from Clare about a farm sale. Meager readable items mention parties and terms but details are obscured by OCR errors. The fragment points to a local land sale and involved individuals with unclear roles.
Puddy to Take Holiday as Adelaide Steamship Manager
Mr ES Puddy, manager in Pure for the Adelaide Steamship Company, goes on a three and a half weeks holiday this morning. In his absence Mr E C Williamson of the Adelaide office will act as matuiner. C L Davis (organiser) and G H Sharpe (president) of the Pirie branch of the Australian Workers' Union left for Adelaide yesterday morning on union business.
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Ron Dias
Anigaatane
Masur
Daye
ES. Puddy
Adelaide Steamship Company
City
E. C. Williamson
Adelaide
Mesers
C. L. Davis
G. H. Sharpe
Pirie
Australian Workers’ Union
Not Visiting Adelaide Gladstone Residents Planned Trip
Ambiguous text notes residents of Gladstone planning a trip to Adelaide over Christmas and New Year to visit the city and its beaches. About 100 people expected to travel, citing worn conditions and holiday strain as a factor for delaying or altering plans.
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Gladstone
Hemiy
Adelaide Ima
G. K. Williams Wins Championship at Pirie Club
G K Williams claimed the billiards championship at the Pirie Club in a tense final. Scores and full match details are unavailable in the legible text.
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G. K. Williams
Pirie Club
Billiards
Judge urges law to make vehicles stop at main road
The Full Court led by Mr Justice Angus Parsons advocates a rule requiring drivers to stop entering main arteries. The Port road intersection case held Port road and Queen street as one road, reversing a prior dismissal and stressing care at intersections amid recurring collision cases. Justice Cleland dissented, warning the ruling could erase distinct road definitions and mislabel surrounding areas.
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Uelaide
Supreme Court
Angus Parsons
Justice Napier
Port Road
Justice Cleland
William Stafford Goudie
Military Road
Largs Bay
Justice Richards
Goudie
Coombe
S.M
Croydon
Queen Street
Mrustice Richards
Queentreet
Imig
Doctor Plans Retirement After Year End Nomination Refused
Dr J H Reid president of Pirie Trades and Labor Council told The Record he will retire from public offices at year end after medical advice. He would not confirm any nomination for the House of Assembly, noting six months remain of his term and hoping for better circumstances before then.
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Torming Sear
House of Assembly
Pthe
J. H. Reid
Pirie Trades A Labor Council
Reid
Rebels claim Teruel victory amid harsh siege and snow
From Salamanca the insurgents’ headquarters report a renewed push at Teruel with planes, heavy guns, and counterattacks. Arazin reports say loyalist forces were pressed as snowstorms and gale winds hinder operations. The siege around Samuels fortress deepens with surrounding troops and prisoner rounds and arms stockpiles captured.
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Teruel
Arazin
Salamanca
Ioi Meir Fefntes
Coundstone
Teruel-saragussa
Fourtress
Samuels
Fouk
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