Tragic drowning after car crash near Kempsey
Three children aged 5 to 8 died when a car carrying the Barnes family crashed into a river near Jorsovellia while en route to a camping site. The father Charles Tarassy, a Quambone schoolteacher, suffered injuries but rescued his wife who was severely burned. Mrs Barnes remains in hospital in a serious condition.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sydney
Jorsovellia
Kempsey
Jobo Barnes
Patriot Barnes
Irons Barnes
Charles Tarassy
Quambone
Bares
Kaniysky Hospital
Burnes
Tle
Mes. Barnes
Burg Sud
Australian Library Declares Popular Hub for Readers
A 1929 feature from London reports the Australia House library as the most popular room in Australia House drawing about ten thousand yearly visitors. An elderly South Australian farmer laments the library’s appeal while patrons share time reading Australian papers and meeting relatives.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tole Servincy
London
Australia
Australis
Las Patnelia
Condon
Wne
Hepc Fix
Iunel
Sonny
Pope Hosts Belzian Royals in Ceremonial Vatican Audience
The Pope received Belzian royalty at the Vatican in a formal ceremony with Swiss Guards and prelates. The King and Queen knelt and kissed the Papal ring as they entered the throne room. Princess Marie Jose, Duke Brabant, and the Count of Flanders attended, sharing cordial conversations with the Pope.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Vatican
Ofota
Marie Jose Atrid
Brabant
of Flanders
Salt Peters
Burglar Device Helps London Shops Neutralize Thieves
London report notes Morgan Cryprin O Brien of Auckland traveled in 1925 with inventions including a heavy blind window device and a jeweller’s safety door. Bond Street firms installed the window gadget, a heavy blind that drops instantly to block entry. an alleged burglary was foiled when thieves were stopped by this guillotine-like mechanism.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London
Morgan Cryprin O Brien
Auckland
Bond Street
Fils Guillotina
Plane Tour Planned by James Rosle The Waslurn Afr Express Pilot
A Chicago based air service announces a global westward flight by pilot James Rosle, aiming to circle the world in a monumental journey. The project, tied to United Service, involves staging stops at major cities including Cleveland and New York as part of a groundbreaking transcontinental route.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United Service
Chicago
James Rosle
Hustai
Cleveland-naplatlat
Explosion at Boiday Dam Kills Three Men in London
At Manchester Hall today inquest heard the deaths of three men from an explosion of an empty petrol dam on Boiday. The victims are Mark Telford, age nine, William Paxton nine, and John Smart Gy, all to be buried in the same grave. Relatives cried as evidence was given.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United
London
Nts
Polford
Mneuwst
Boiday
Jelington
Mra Telford
Mark ‘Telford
William Paxton
John
Smart
Council Debate Over Nelshaby Reservoir Cleaning
Pirie Town Council discussed the Nelshaby Reservoir and water supply for the Pirie district. The mayor urged urgent cleaning, noting no water had been drawn and decomposed sediment filled the reservoir while government action and restrictions on usage were debated.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tel Haby
Pirie
iNelshaby
Uie
Nelshaby
House 4
Welshaby
Cr Maloney
Urateat
Baroot
Boelaloo
Nelahaby
Bestalna
Foygan
Wareon
Havn
Gundaos
Srime
Henrys
Ty Will
Cr Forgan
Ald
Threadzold
Davi
Lang
Threadigold
Coffey
Gr Davis
Ehaliave
Nelehaby
Within the Law Brewery on Board Ship
United Services New York reports a steamer installing a fully fledged brewery aboard within a twelve mile limit. President Joseph Sheely says the plant is dismantled and sealed when inside territorial waters, while outside it operates freely.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United Services
New York
George Washington
United States
Joseph Sheely
Shots
Missing money corruption case at Prahran Court
Melbourne prosecutors describe a theft charge involving E171 linked to a l wietitre theatre takings. Constable Ernest Michael Simonsen, 35, said to have placed the money in the Prahran Police Station for safety. a portion of the stolen funds was found in a note. Simonsen was committed for trial with bail of 2200.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Melbourne
Prahran
Cyalinst
Ernest Michael Simonsen
A l Wietitre
Tle Prahran
Simta- Sen
Weclk
Simonsen
Talkie Twang Discussion by Teachers Across States
The Interstate Conference of Teachers Union passed a motion urged by Commonwealth and State Governments to enforce stricter tenors on talkies. Miss Swan questioned how childrens language might change with added Australian Grant. Miss Flynn criticized talkie speech as exaggerated nasal twang drawl poor grammar and slang.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Melbourne
Uision
Miss Swan
N.S.W
Down from the Bush Treat for Outback People
A Melbourne led holiday plan brings women and children from the Mallee districts to Spencer Street. The trip cost funded by Holiday Fund, with further settlers to join later. The event marks a long awaited break for families and marks a broader transport effort for the Mallee community.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wooten Ash
Childred
Spencer Street
Mallee
Melbourne
Woman Burned Lighting Fire With Kerosene
Rowena street Richmond resident Kate Luis age 56 was badly burned on face and legs when kerosene lit fire while she was lighting a stove. Her injuries are described as very serious and related to clothing catching fire.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Milbourne
Keeovene
Rowena Street
Richmond
Kate Luis
Anneyud
Town Council Passes Motion In Unified Meeting
In a heated session at the Solomontqwa Beach chamber, council members and the mayor reached unanimous consent on a motion after a lively debate. The crowd celebrated briefly as the resolution was adopted, signaling accord among all sides at the table.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pirlowers Engarine
Solomontqwa
Aheir
Gaunell
Sheeerid
Rnd
Ganprol -Bsi
Alderyen
Couvillors
Solomon
Judement
Thair
Struck by Car Motorist Arrested at Pay Headicle Eatery
A motorist was arrested Tuesday after a collision near a local eatery that injured a 65 year old man and two watchmen. Police described the incident as bodily harm and reported the driver’s pending charges, with unclear details remaining in the damaged text.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Welrquane
Igenne
Cysbee
Man Fined For Strage Behaviour In City Incident
A man received a fine of two pounds for strange behaviour during an incident on a city street. The account mentions confusion and unstable language as authorities responded and sought to move the individual to safety.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Frank
Taid Dayen
Goins Freck
Ayare
Vines
Woman Injured After Collision in Awanson Street Today
A woman sustained injuries when a traffic collision occurred on Awanson Street today. Details are limited due to partial OCR text. Police and emergency services responded at the scene.
Death of Captain Grosvenor Expressed in Australia Cable
The Australian Premier and officials conveyed deepest sympathy over the death of Captain Grosvenor. Tributes praised his courage and piloting skill while noting the shock to his family and the nation. A cable to Sir Alexander Morehead in New Zealand extended condolences and outlined plans for next steps and official reaction.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Adebaide
Hyerst
Grosvenor
le Hutler
Pdiad
Gant
Geosyonur
Som Limo
Butler
Fis Rosid
Deanie
England
Gove
Sir Alexander
More Huth
Goverage
New Zealand
Golleaguew
Grosvenon
Leigh Winger
Hore-Ruthven
Taupo
Lave
Herson
Gabel
Dune
Arerbahsunersmarine
Port Adan
Royil Australian Air
Melbourne
Allelitet
Ilelulde
Osborne
Dachor
Bak
Éusion
Lieut
Bregs Mae
Toe Eontsen
Briggs
Pilab
Limitga
Volidute Briges Iirat Vellia
Marchayt Bervinns
Sympathy in England Leads to Mourning and Unity
A leading article in United Boryise laments the disaster at Malbourny and pays tribute to the bravery of the young men and soldiers. It condemns the loss while urging resilience and steadfastness amid sorrow.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Boryise
Torgon
Payday
Lolo Papeus
Malbourny
Pemtyling
Plane recovered near Melbourn in fatal air tragedy
The Melbourne group and Goble speak on the crash that killed 113 lives after the bomber plane fell into the water near Perth. Mrs Riggs aboard will travel the ship at Perth, while the wreck is raised and towed by the Yarbor Trust punt. The engine and wreckage are described as tangled debris.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Melsourne
Tyesday
Ana Tominde
Geoup-Oxplain & Goble
Raisiy Ldng
Yarbor
PATAL-INJURIES, Another Animal Airman Dies
A fragmentary report notes the death of an airman linked to animal injuries in a Tuesday incident. Details are incomplete and unclear due to the damaged text. Local authorities have not released full names or locations.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Patal
Bread price inquiry ends baker profits claims
A Royal Commission in Melbourne concludes bakers did not profit unduly after accounting for production, distribution, and related costs. The investigation reviewed bread pricing practices and found no excessive gains by bakers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Melbourne
Royal Commission
High Court hears coal award dispute in Melbourne
The High Court opened in Melbourne to hear coal mine owners challenge to Judge Beeby’s interim award amid interstate industrial dispute questions. Attorneys argued whether the Commonwealth Constitution allows a tribunal under the Industrial Peace Act to issue preventive orders and if jurisdiction exists to make such an award. The matter, tied to Beeby’s interim award and wider arbitration powers, was adjourned for further evidence and the court’s ruling.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Melbourne
Eesday- Thi
The
High Court
Beeby
New South Wales
Phis
Commonwealth
Industral- Disposed
Auhibeddon Court Caild
Menzies
Browne
Justica
Browie
Jddee-Baeby
Monslej
Spectators attend court under uneasy tension
A fragmented report notes attendees at a court session with mentions of officials and unions. Key figures include a general, a secretary, and a labor organizer, with references to a council and Adelaide or Sydney trade groups. The text is garbled but centers on courtroom activity and labor leadership.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sydney Trades
Trotting horse Stylish Hilon injures trainer and cyclist in Melbourne
In Melbourne on a Tuesday the trotting horse Stylish Hilon broke free from attendants during training, causing a dramatic incident. The cyclist Eric Peterson sustained concussion, abrasions, and shock, with the horse reportedly destroyed amid the chaos.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Melbourne
Thesday
Hilon
Brates
Eric Etersnn
Jasipl
Bendiga
Queensland All Out For A Weak Score 84
A match report notes Queensland bowled out for 84 in the first innings as South Wales dominate with strong bowling led by Everall and Turwond. The text lists players such as Levy, Bradman, Kippax, and Benstead among others, detailing wickets and innings figures across both sides.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
G. Amilrews
Levy
Turwond
Vairfix
St Lenson
Hurwood
Bradman
Abe Kippax
Rowe
Goodwin
Sydney Selects South Australia Team for Shona Shield Match
In Sydney on Thursday the side named to face South Australia includes Kiphas, Jove, Aradman, Wogker, Mo, Cobe, Andrews, Fairfax, Chilvers, Gverelt, Marks, Allsopp and Wendalt. The squad is announced as the representative team for the Shona Shield contest starting soon in Sydney.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sydney
South Wals
South Australia
Thursaiys Kiphasonpt
Jove
Aradman
Wogker
Cobe
Andrews
Fairfax
Chilvers
Gverelt
Marks
Allsopp
Wendalt
Record of Bradman’s record-breaking achievement celebrated
Sydney officials reported Bradman received over 150 programs this morning in a public tribute to yesterday’s record. The event honored his milestone with local officials and supporters present at the ceremony.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sydney
Tuessay
Dior Bradman
Sim
YMCA Secretary Resigns in Port Pirie and Adelaide
Archibald Simpson, longtime Port Pirie YMCA secretary, resigns to pursue Anglican ministry. While in Adelaide this year he will render honorary service to the Adelaide Young Men's Christian Association as part of his transition.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Delaide
Tupsiay
Archibald Simpson
Port Pirie
Divorce case notes weight dispute and threats over diet
A divorced couple dispute a weight related marriage issue. The wife allegedly assaulted the husband and pledged to force a diet to address his 220 pound weight. The article notes ongoing tensions and a custody or living arrangement question while referencing a prior set of events.
Costly bush fires in Victoria blamed on tourists
A Forests Commission report notes Victoria bush fires over the last five years caused about £4,000,000 in damage. Many fires stem from careless tourists campers and sportsmen amid rising losses and risk to communities.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Melbourne
Forests Commission
Bush — Srés
Victoria
Blyth 10 Die Reprieve Refused By Executive Council
The Executive Council refused mercy for Thomas Blyth found guilty of murder. The law shall take its course. Blyth, a resident of Water Street Malvern, was to be executed at the jail on the planned date. A large petition of about 4400 people had urged mercy, but the council upheld the death sentence.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Taesney
Executive” Council
George Macray
Ing
Thomas Blyth
Sarah Louisa Blyth
Wate
Strost
Malvern
Bisth
Olsiack-On -A'Huesilay Imoriig
I Philo
Blyth
Costly Portrait Worth Up to 200000 Pounds Revealed
London reports recall the 1830 portrait once owned by the Earl of Dunham, titled Red Boy, valued at £200,000. Executors seek death duties, while dealers note a package worth around £450,000 offered in August 1929, with a proposed sale price near £200,030.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United Service
London
Thomas Lawrence - Wis
Alin Portreih
Earl of Dunham
Earl of Duriam
Attes ‘Delug
Fleasure Cruise Plane Will Cover 3425 Miles
Report from London outlines a pleasure air cruise spanning 3425 miles with stops including Madrid Lisbon Tangier Ceuta Barcelona Paris and more. The itinerary covers 20 days with the later stages still to be confirmed and times to be announced.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Will Gover
Hays
Madrid
Lisbon
Adelaide offender's record extends at court hearing
An elderly man charged with various offences appeared at Adelaide Pallog Court yesterday. The defendant admitted more than 100 previous convictions and had spent ten years of his life in prison. He faced penalties under the law and received a fine. release timed for Christmas.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Adelaide
Hindley
Mora Tan
Aeh
Lng
Je— Selber
Hospital Board Re appointments at Port Pits Hospital
Adelaide reports the re appointment of several board members to the management of Port Pits Hospital. Names listed include L. W. Bishi W. Cisk, Gombe, Daws G. Dey, J. H Jenkins, and Remsay, among others, with Tuesday as the meeting day for confirmations.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Adelaide
Tuesdas
Bembare
Board of Mansgemen
Lie Port Pits Hospital
Atasre Ws L
Bishi W. Cisk
Gombe
Daws G. Dey
J. H Jenkins
Remsay
Also Mentioned on This Page
Australia House
Library
Pope
Round the World
Council
Labor and Liberal
Gar
Awanson
Oday
Fai Jake
India
Courage
Queensland
0.S.W
South Wales
Sebfind
Comion
McCebe
Everet
Beustad
Everatt
Goodwins Magguess
Ees
H- Everett
Smifties
Tor
Salon
Aurwood
Thurlow
Benstesq
Brew O
Howe
Ysa Shompson
Gousha
Eonings
Pradman
Y.M.C.A
Mr. A. Simpson
Sergieu
Sri Forwand
Westi Wyhouse Research
Unita Bamoe
Tirno
Puesday
Wer - Wesuen
Iwner
Afonday
British Air Pleasics
Geoydon Agre— Drome
This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!