Maritime labor tensions rattle Port Adelaide amid union talks
The Black Fleet and AWELAIE faced ongoing disputes as Port Adelaide trade concerns grew tense. Seamen’s leaders, including Tom Walsh, pressed for the lifting of restrictions while unions in Melbourne and local branches weighed in, signaling broader industrial strain at Fremantle and related ports.
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Melbourne
Jonge
Walshe
Inlers
Stanwats Union
So Cannell
Ieauey
F. Stophivas
No Seamen's
Jonas
Nurnine
Markarra Cleared and Port Adelaide Trade Talks Continue
In Port Adelaide a dispute over crew and labor ended with Markarra cleared after a six month period for some crew and cargo. Negotiations resume over a wage dispute anchored to shipping rates and an upcoming signings plan. The Union Company reports the steamer Karemike delayed four days at Park Adelaide, affecting shipments to New Zealand.
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Port Adela
Sydney
Brisbane
Litmeroo
Union Company
Karemike
Park Adelaide
Lake Thy Plate
Weling
Hit Seanin's
New Zealand
Missing Crew From Worde Steamer Manuka Sighting Near Field E
A Worde steamer Manuka reported missing crew near Field E on Wednesday. The vessel with a New Zealand passenger list bore an injured crew then allegedly sailed, while an alarm was raised. Sugar shipments aboard included a ton.
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Manuka
New Zealand
Price of Wheat Brings Strain Across America
America feels the pinch as wheat prices surge amid speculation. New York reports show price increases of 16 to 20 percent in isolated areas while bakers and grain dealers plan steps. Bread costs rise with production and distribution costs. if wheat advances, bread prices may follow. Federal action and regional meetings are cited as responses as the market watches closely.
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New York
Theaday
Nhl
Lotti
Chicago
Dskers
Bakers
New England
Ant
Cheltenham Amateur Races Acceptances for Saturday Meeting
The list shows acceptances for Cheltenham Amateur Turf Stakes events including the 130 yard Aldridge Trial Stakes with odds for numerous entrants such as Lantanas Ythan Go other Pedy and Last Up and a later Wangolina Hurdle Race at about two miles with names like Jase Pistolier No Chop and Nicholander among others. Also included are entries for the 2.55 Benara two year old five furlongs with Temple Belle Merie Galante and Ghose and the 9 furlong Bungaree Cup with Grusader Piatolari Parvista Who's Mistake and Thrinax plus other races like the Benson Welter and RimAn Stakes with Roseate Tagale and Jules Jordan among entrants.
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Cheltenham
Lantanas
Ythan
Goo
Swk Sox
Hostrella
Golden Fox
Kallora
Brewite
Elmore
Telarnak
Seotend Rhia
Bertallal
Coodleceer Hichland Queen
Naughty Lad
Farl Marco
Buryale
Kallari
Youn Sergius
Wangolina
Jase
Pistolier
No Chop
Nicholander
Comic Knight
Jim Cleary
Myrtle Hose
Telamnak
Franzac
Lord Selpaw
Young Sergius
Terry
Pistal Gwen
Benara
Temple Belle
Merie Galante
Scond Male
Ghose
Ethelton
Pistalrayadi
Heatman
Greta Dare
Tikeiwunav
Seal Flag
Gilligan may play in fourth Test. Woolley aims to peak
English eleven here in Melbourne report they have returned from Tasmania and are all well. A. E. I. Gilligan states he expects to be able to play in the fourth Test. Woolley should be at his best for that Test.
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Melbourne
Tasmania
A. E. I. Gilligan
Woolley
Movement to repeal Volstead Act gains nationwide pledge
In New York a meeting of over 1000 attendees formalized support from 49 New York Congress members for the Association against the prohibition amendment. Leaders vow immediate formation of district units. A resolution rejects claims that opponents of prohibition oppose law enforcement and calls prohibition interference with people’s rights.
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Reuter
New York
Congress
United States
Queensland Loan in London Marks Country Trust Balance
The Morning Post notes the Queensland issue is favorably received by the market. It says any strain from last year has vanished due to Mr Theodore's arrangements and anticipates Dominion finance details being fully disclosed. It discusses New Zealand prospects and the need for careful labeling of colonial loans with trustee securities.
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Astrawan Press Association
London
Morning Post
Queensland
Theodore
Queenslat
New Zealand
Heavy Queensland Rains Wash Across Townsville and Brisbane
Reports show intensely heavy rainfall in Queensland with Townsville recording fourteen inches over ten days and Imowen noting ten inches in the last 24 hours. Forecasters warn a rush of rain may reach southern states within days.
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Brisbane
Wednesuy
Queensland
Townsville
Imowen
Tasmanian Cricket Association Earns Compliment
A Sydney Sun message from Mr Toone Hobart manager of the English team reports no discourtesy, calling the incident a misunderstanding. He notes the Tasmanian Cricket Association extended best feelings and greatest courtesy.
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Sydney “Sun
Toone
Hobart
Tasmanian Cricket Association
Railway Collision at West Maitland In NSW
A railway accident occurred at West Maitland today when 60 loaded coal trucks derailed an inline unit and struck 40 stationary trucks. Considerable damage to rolling stock and coal strewn along the permanent way. The rail crews were unhurt.
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Sydney
West Maitland
Coal output in New South Wales reaches 41 million tons in 1924
Sydney reports that New South Wales mined 41,618,216 tons of coal in 1924, valued at pit mouth at about £47. The year shows an increase of 1,189,703 tons from the previous year, surpassing the prior record of 10,793,387 tons set in 1924. Naturalists note that the average house consumes roughly ten miles of daily tonnage.
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Sydney
New South Wales
Cy Aag
Prest s for the Keenest Values and Prices
A noisy fashion sale listing colored crepe fabrics Towle ginghams florals and voiles with yardage prices and bargains. Linen damask linen goods arrive for inspection. Ladies millinery trimmed hats ready to wear and discount garments advertised with multiple price points and yard sales.
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Towle
Clare Meeting Results at Witte Course
Yesterday's Clare meeting at Witte featured multiple races with listed horses and dividends. Notable results include Illka's Son clocking 9.40 in HandiCap Hurdles and Volta Volta Handicap featuring Bright Poppy at 9.0 with dividends of £4/48/ and £2/16/.
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Witte
Illka's
Hig Son
W.F.A
Farkenee
Eee Mullurl
Clare Handicar
Justification
Bright Poppy
Arberry
Paris Queen
Train Tragedy Near Dungog Claims Passenger Life
A North Coast tragedy near Wallarobba station leaves Leslie Johnson of Wyong dead after a train mishap en route to her brother's funeral. The locomotive’s load was severed in the incident on Monday.
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Sydney
Dungogirs
Leslie Phnson
Wyong
Wallarobba
Daily Telegraph Profits and Dividend Recommendation
The Daily Telegraph newspaper in Sydney reports last year’s net profit of £15,828. A dividend of five and a half percent has been recommended for the year.
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Sydney
Wheat and Prosperity in State Farmers Prosperous
Wheat and woolgrowers report a prosperous year with wheat at 6/7 a bushel the highest in years. The estimated aggregate wealth from wool and wheat for the past season reaches 110,000,000 pounds.
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Sydney
Accidental Death Inquest Opens In Adelaide Hospital
Adelaide City Coroner Dr Barclay Smith opened an inquiry into the death of James Patrick Trihey a 63 year old wheelwright of Slyde Park. He died after injuries from a motor car crash at Malvern and was admitted January 28. The Coroner returned an accidental death finding.
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Adelaide
Barclay Smith
James Patrick Trihey
Slyde Park
Malvern
Hughes says Paris agreement on U S claims makes no sanctions
Secretary Hughes told the Senate that the Paris deal for paying American claims against Germany uses the Presidents long revised authority and does not obligate the United States to any action if payments fail. He noted no provision for sanctions and did not answer whether Ambassador Kelloy proposed reservations.
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Reuter
Washington
Hughes
Senate
Paris
Germany
United States
Ietter
Kelloy
Turko Greek Dispute: Greece and Turkey Face Hague Notes
London dispatch notes ongoing Turko Greek tensions after Turkey expelled a Greek Patriarch in Constantinople. Allied governments monitor the situation closely but anticipate no major developments if handled carefully. Turkey reportedly rejects Hague Tribunal intervention proposed by Greece.
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Reuter
London
Turkey
Constantinople
Hague Tribunal
Greece
Advocate’s Outburst at Old Bailey Trials Cooper Impugns Fraud
The Grand Jury at the Old Bailey committed for trial W. M. Cooper, the solicitor, after an address by Sir Ernest Wild Recorder. Wild denounced the accused as part of an astonishing fraud in British crime history and ridiculed the value of Mrs. Robinson’s virtue.
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Reuter
London
Old Bailey
W. M. Cooper
Mr. A
Ernest Wild
Ernest
Mrs. Robinson
STATE PREMIERS CONFERENCE ENDS AFTER LOAN COUNCIL TALKS
The Premiers Conference concluded today after an all day sitting. Prime Minister Mr S M Brave stated the Loan Council will be continued for 1925 26 with consideration of converting state loans due this year The Commonwealth will raise a loan to cover conversions for statesTasmania seeks 100 000 to June and 77000 next year Victoria 750000 South Australia 600000 The migration agreement was thoroughly considered with states differing views on land settlement and absorption capacity NSW Victoria SA supported modified terms while Queensland and WA favored land settlement only The Federal Government will seek modifications to suit all states subject to British Government approval The conference clarified migration methods and the capacity of states to absorb migrants The influx of Southern Europeans was discussed with steps to prevent exceeding absorptive limits.
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Melbourne
M. Brave
Ater
Commonwealth
Tasmania
Victoria
South Australia
New South Wales
Mieran
Queensland
Western Australia
Bruce
Australia
Sydney Businessmen Propose Immigration Quota Plan
A group of Sydney businessmen sent a letter to the Miers Conference in Melbourne urging restrictions on Southern European immigration. They warn of serious consequences from influx of foreigners and cites the United States quota system as a model to apply in Australia.
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Simex
Miers
Melbourne
Sydney
Europe
United States
America
Melbourne Police Royal Commission Report On 1923 Strike
The Royal Commission report on the Melbourne police strike of November 1923 has been presented to the Government. It condemns the 640 policemen involved and criticises Chief Police Commissioner McNicholson for handling the force before and during the strike. It cites lack of government awareness of police grievances and delays in addressing them, and says the relast element of the strikers remains unlikely.
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Melbourne
Royal Commission
McNicholson
The Expelled Patriarch and Rights in Turkey
Reuters dispatch notes that British policy has shifted on Christian minority protection in Turkey. The piece highlights sympathy from Jewish orthodox leaders and fears for the Greek and Russian patriarchates as tensions rise amid the Patriarch’s expulsion.
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Daily Telegraph
Turkey
Water to Supply Windhoek Free to Inhabitants
The source notes a future provision of free water to Windhoek residents from a local hot water spring. Plans include connecting the spring to the town’s standard water service for public supply.
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Windhoek
South-West Africa
Collision Damages Korea Maru At Yokohama Port
The steamship Korea Maru collided with the Yokohama quay wall yesterday afternoon, tearing 42 feet of bow plates and damaging the wall. Sailings are indefinitely postponed, with 497 passengers aboard including Ambassador Massadaire delayed. The Mary at Kobe may be substituted.
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Massadaire
Kobe
Bus Routes Under Fire as Private Services Face Ban
Public agitation grows over government action against private motor buses on main routes. A cabinet committee has been appointed to examine complaints and respond to critics regarding bus route decisions.
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Melbourne
Cabinat
Anhocenmeaian
Railwaymen's Wages Rise in Victorian Era Union Push
The Victorian Railway Union demands wage hikes, proposing an increase from 18/41 to 46/9 with grants for British railway workers lasting five years. The move reflects broader labor pressure across the era as workers seek higher basics and long term pay security.
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Railweye
Union Hea
Clasaifestion
Penny postage urged to kick start trade and jobs
Printing and paper industries press Postmaster-General to restore penny postage claiming it would stimulate trade cut unemployment and boost home export. They cite 25 percent rise in New Zealand postcard sales after rate cuts and note South Africa plans to resume penny postage while post offices earn £22 000 yearly from advertisements.
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Reuter
London
New Zealand
South Africa
Tt Waas
Japanese Lower House Turmoil Over Education Subsidy
In Tuesday proceedings a disorderly Lower House scene saw a speaker struck and knocked unconscious after being blocked by others. Earlier, an Opposition motion for elementary education subsidies sparked clashes, with a government speaker assaulted by two Opposition members. The chair suspended the session, now resumed amid anticipated further disorder.
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Goverrnment
Australian Boy Tourists Planned Tour of Europe
Nine Australian schoolboys will be received by the Prince of Wales at St James Palace tomorrow before beginning a continental tour. They will visit France, Italy, Switzerland and Belgium, travel to Rome where they may meet Mussolini, then return to Britain in April via major towns in Britain, Scotland and Ireland. The King is expected to see them in April.
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Prince of Wales
St. James* Palace
France
Italy
Switzerland
Belgium
Signor
Mussolini
Rome
Britain
Scotland
Ireland
Children from Wilcannia visit Sydney holiday coast
A party of fifty children from western Wilcannia districts, led by Rev. H. S. Drummond, arrived in Sydney by day trip to spend a seaside holiday. The youngsters, many seeing a real train for the first time, marveled at the city and its surroundings including the sea and breakers.
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Wilcannia
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H.S. Drummond
Neaside
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