Naval Disaster Leaves Submarine H47 Sunk After Collision
Reports say the H47 submarine was rammed during coastal exercises near Portsmouth. Casualties include Ancut, Naot Askew Blakmore, and 50 crewmen. Gardner and Sydney Cleburny survived as they were on deck. The fleet halted port activities as salvage efforts began. Headlines call for scrutiny of submarine safety following the tragedy.
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Ha' 2A
Ancut
Sampson
Tha
Sre
Torquay
Portsmouth
Nnftsubmarine Flotilla
London
Holiet
Admiralty eyes deepwater salvage options near Hat disaster
London reports the Admiralty assembling modern salvage gear at the scene of the Hat disaster. Professor Leonard Hill, a diving expert, has been engaged to search Egypt’s water, but fears currents may hinder salvage. If the Navy’s deepwater apparatus can be used, prospects of success rise.
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London
Wednesney
Das
Leonard Hill
Egypt
Hil
Superior Spirit in German Army at Naval School Opening
The German minister spoke at the Musryik naval school opening, praising the army's spirit, will, and character. He urged a thorough, capable soldier, noting past limitations yet insisting on enduring superiority of spirit as a wartime ideal.
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United Service
Berlin
Vermsday
Wer
General Oroungr
Musryik
Germany
Delag
Tulsa
Arbitration repeal enters campaign in Australia
The Central Executive of the Australian Workers Union announces a campaign action on voluntary levy funding tied to arbitration repeal. The federal government’s decision to shorten arbitration ages and its impact on freight costs is noted as a key issue.
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Stoney
Weanesaay
der Faber
Auunee
Ffs
New Zealand Warships Welcomed at Melbourne
New Zealand warships visited Melbourne amid a landmark merger of major Australasian publishers. The arrival marked the first time in five years that New Zealand naval vessels visited Australia while talks continue on a proposed 6.06 million tender. Officers were shown civic receptions as negotiations proceeded.
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New Zealand
Byenlig News
Australia
Civic
RWC RACES Second Day at Gremington Meeting
The WLC Grant National meeting at Gremington continued with seven seats on the cand. Results list horses such as Broadslade and Savion in various stakes, with odds and scratches noted. Final placings show a mix of winners and close outcomes across events including two-year-olds and mile races.
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Gremington
Coal dispute talks eyed for private meeting
The chairman of the Coal Commission announced he asked the parties to face the dispute in private on Friday. Opponents had said they would attend, but the owners had not yet decided.
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Sydney
Ceal Commission
Mir
Justice Davidson
Settlement Plan Backed by Premier in Timber Dispute
Melbourne approves a proposal from Mn. 7. Nettlefold to form a permanent conciliation committee to prevent industrial stoppages. Premier Sir William MacPherson supports a timely settlement view, aiming to avert wheels of industry disruptions.
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Melbourne
William MacPherson
Nettlefold
Jake Dowd
Imperial Conference Weighs Canada Awaits Word
Ottawa reports the Dominion Government has not received any communication from the Belt'sh Government on whether a temporary Imperial Conference can be held. The situation follows Mr. Snowden's claim that communications are being sent to the various dominions.
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Canada
Womitad Service
Ottawa
Re. Barding
Pili Smowden
Dominions
Australia’s Future How Australia Will Rise From Hard Times
Sir Arthur Duckham argues in a special statement that Australia faces a difficult period but can surmount it. He cites a heavy budget deferral and national mood, praising the government’s corrective actions and noting Britons’ experience with hardship. With rainfall forecasts and better industrial ties, Australia can advance rapidly.
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London
Sun and “Herald
Arthur Duckham
Australie
American slang in films worries London council
At a London County Council meeting H Cop Pook noted the council spent nine millions on children’s education yet found they attended cinemas and picked American slang. The chairmen of the Theatres and Halls Committee discussed the impact of British and American talkies on children’s speech.
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Patie
Lendion
Sinenias
Dangerous Driving Incident in Colombo Church Procession
In Colombo a United Service artillery policer Lieut Johnson was charged with dangerous driving after allegedly forcing through a 7 000 strong crowd near a Hindu procession. He denied stopping for police and said he was unaware of the crowd. A police witness said he sounded warnings and drove recklessly through kneeling worshippers, striking at least one person and injuring others as the car passed the Dry Dacka area.
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United Service
Colombo
Johnson
Llett Johnson
Dry Dacka
Naval Offer Park
Jomain
Jolisun
Udegmant
Streamline Rudders Banvloe Letter on German Threats
A Times letter from a Mouse of Commons member criticizes German ship defenses urging adoption of a new device described as a steam powered rudder. The writer questions British shipowners and notes Continental powers, including Germany, as potential threats and emphasizes speed and economy in naval efficiency.
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Banvloe
London
The
Mouse of Commons
Mr Sexton
Times
Southern Cross Flight Delayed Two Weeks to England
Unified Service in Rome reports aviation trouble for the Southern Cross. Miss Soutiéra Gross reached Rome in the afternoon, the Australians plan to depart for London next morning. If all goes well, a 14 day passage from Australia to England is expected. The journey faced delays and rescheduled legs toward Napl es. Squadron Ringsford Ghirth confirmed the Southern Cross is two days behind and left for London on schedule.
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Rome
Soutiéra
Gross
Tallol
Athéns
Austealig
England
Boel Makler
Londom
Slom
South Cross airmen welcomed at Croydon after crossing
Latest reports say the Southern Cross, aided by following wind, completed a flight with good visibility and light floods. Airmen will be greeted at Croydon by Sir Sefton-Braucker and Commander Weigley on behalf of Sir Glanville Kyrie and aeronautical societies.
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London
Southrop Cross
Croydon
Sefton - Braucker
Weigley
Glanville Kyrie
Atlantic Crossed Pursuit Fails to Reach Rome in 43 Hours
An American racing effort from New York to Rome by monoplane, the Path Finder, left New York nonstop for Rome but was forced down along the Italian coast after about 1,700 miles. Despite not achieving the 43 hour target, the crew continued attempting to push their range and endurance, with observers noting ongoing tests and subsequent plans.
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Uni
Santander
Spain
Putraé
Ballanta
Pathfinder
New York
Geaten
Sayfa Fe
Rome
Journey Resumed in Santander Report
The Atlantic reports a resumed journey from Santander on a Wednesday, mentioning a plane Pathfinder and referencing tense operations around Rome with figures 21 and 26-20 noted this morning.
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Santander
The
Atlantic
Terr
Rome
Endurance Record Shatters 74-Hour Mark in Cleveland
Loren Mendel and Peipi Rinehart lead a field of aristers who break the 74 hour sustained sherit record set earlier in the week by Puols Mulehell and Mewoomb. The California group claimed the title as Aeepned Ladiy and Whak planned further demonstrations in the next week at Eoplinus Torannthar.
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San Pranuisch
Loren Mendel
Peipi Rinehart
Jwiifornian
Cleveland
Puols
Mulehell
Mewoomb
Eoplinus Torannthar
Obituary Notice for Angelle Passed at Early Morning
An obituary notices Angelle who passed away in the early hours of the morning with a brief mention of the time. Details are sparse and readable in the fragment. The notice indicates a death with no additional context or survivors provided.
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Culver Eity
Endaryeto- Bivane Angelle
Anil
Smnatiilys
Shoplifter Charged In Melbourne Theft Case
Mrs Mary Hatton, 44, was charged at Melbourne City Court with stealing from the Myer store. The case involved a property valued around £3,000. The bench imposed a suspended sentence and placed her on probation for good behavior.
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JMAN
Saught
Melbourne
el Enpine
Mary Ae Hatton
Mawson Expedition Names Scientific Staff in Melbourne
In Melbourne on Wednesday the expedition committee announced selections for the scientific staff. Named are Professor of City Adelaide as Medical Officer Dr. We Wilson, Senior Zoologist Professor Harvey Johnston, Assistant Zoologists H O Fletcher and J Falla, Chemist A Howard M Sc, Plankton expert T Mert, Meteorologist BR G Simmers, Survey officer Instructor Hy Moyes, wireless expert Petty Officer Williams, Official photographer Captain Frank Hurley, Pilot S Campbell, all tied to the Antarctic exploration effort.
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Melbourne
G. F. Pearce
Somamander
City
Adelaide
We Wilson
Macquarie Street
Syd
Wie
Sydney University
Harvey’ Johnston
University of Adelaide
Australian Museum
Sydney
Government of
New Zealand
A. Howard
University of Melbourne
T. Mert
BR. G. Simmers
der Hy Moyes
Hmas
Penguin
Williams
England
Frank Hurley
Antarctic
New Guinea
S. Campbell
Wmas Albatross
Austenliatl
Elusive Refugee Search For Chris Adelaide
Police seek information on a missing boy named Chris Aten or Sorural Talee. Aged about nine years, he has been in Australia for five to six years and was last known to work at Innamincka Station. He may be in the northern region and has family exposure in Adelaide.
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Adelaide
Dalyab
Chris Aten
Uiese
Allon
Iie
Ngounata Segeription Tas
Bern
Ut .Nollaghasy
Eugendy
Australia
Awhich
Innamincka
Station
Pur North
Alayoun
Wanbi
pné-Parangoua
Italian on Trial in Manslaughter Case
Robary Natal, charged in Gee long Court with manslaughter of Edward Arthur Jenkins, allegedly stabbed after a confrontation at Jenkins room. Mrs Jenkins described a threatening scene as Natal claimed self defense. jury disagreed and a retrial was scheduled for August.
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Menbourne
Robary Natal
Geelong
Arthus Jenkins
Pentiaene
Natoli
Spiritist fined for swindling policewomen in Melbourne
Aspelia Haworth of Burwood Road Hawthorn appeared at Hawthorn Court charged with imposing on policewomen by pretending to sell fortunes. One officer said Haworth held her hand and foretold marriage to a third love and three children while promising wealth. The two women paid half a crown. Accused, claiming to be a spiritualist, said she believed her prophesies and was fined £4.
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Melbourne
Ava
Aspelia
Mighty Flying Boat Sets Sail For 160 Passengers
A trial flight is awaited for a large United Service vessel described as a mighty flying boat. Reported to carry 160 passengers, the ship impresses with height, pantherlike hulls, and high navigation bells. Officials forecast imminent tests amid great public interest.
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United Service
Burlin
Lindrum Smith Billiards Match Report
Fragmentary notes list Lindrum and Smith in a billiards event with scores 294 599 90 461 and 278 253 477 186. Mentions unclear terms ACLGCETC and Dowghts closing. Readable names include Lindrum Smith and Emily Intra Lindrum.
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Wedheniay Dowght
Linrom
Emily Intra
Lindrum
Smith
General Higgins Named as Next April Appointment
General Higgins is reported to succeed the post in April next year after the Sydney site changes. The notice notes definite settlements have been made regarding the succession.
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Sydney
Wedassaay
Hils
Higgins
Auction At Air Force Sale Highlights Spare Engine Values
Fragmentary report shows four pages lacking experience and determination to bid. At Laverton and Melbourne area auctions, aeroplane spare parts and surplus engines sold cheaply, including two brand new Rolls Royce engines rated at 956 horsepower and other engines fetching low prices.
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Mellbourne
Aeroplane
Agnipmsns
Laverton
Rolls Royer
Asco
Enterprising airman Saubrlund crashes at speedway
Report from Auckland describes pilot B. Everton badly injured after his aircraft nosedived following a collision with an air stop. The machine broke, bodywork damaged, and the pilot spent £60 on the machine, planning to build another.
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Saubrland
Neste Romesnade
Plina
Auckland
Manaere
B. Everton
Svas
Anothee
Alleged Plot to Rob Hoyts Proprietary Theatre
Melbourne court hears claim of a £10000 conspiracy involving two special service firemen aged 23 and 28. Crown says the men asked a fireman to blow open the vault at Hoyts Picture Theatre and promised £1000 for secrecy. Defence argues mischief and testing integrity. case unfinished.
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Melbourne
Hoyt
Court of Generalessions
John Leonard Art
John
Wilkins
Picture Theatre
Hia
Henry Stakes
Parr
Hayt's
John—Murray
Hay
Gorman
Bate
Willins
Mailbag Robbery Case In Adelaide Shifts To August
A fragmented report from Adelaide notes an alleged robbery target named Peterborough fia on May 29. Information now hinges on a January filing involving Peterborough tied individuals and a Warn air employee with ties to Alek Davies past master. The case moves toward a court date set for August at Vornwie.
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Adelaide
Peterborough Fia
Igid Iby Janis
Alexander Davies
Tévowie
Shatzigg Q Yal Sway
Alfanet
Sures
Vornwie
Robbery at Melbourne Theatre Stolen Jewelry During Rehearsal
During a rehearsal of The Zeppelin Terror at the Palace Theatre in Melbourne, a handbag containing jewellery valued at £300 belonging to Miss Beatrice Fischer, Australian actress, was stolen. The incident occurred on a Wednesday.
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Melbourne
Palace Theatre
Beatrice: Fischer
McGrath on Trial in Murders Case
The trial of Yoho Stanley McGrath, 28, laborer of Adelade, for the murder of Constable Holmen on Hebe n for 84 opened in Criminal Court. McGrath testified that he and Bark Matthews were with two men and went to a house where Skinner and Lofty arrived. He described a struggle outside, a shot fired, and a mob threatening him, then he attempted to retrieve his motorcycle and fled.
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Criminal Court
Yoho Stanley
McGrath
Holmen
Heben
Sole Sulch
Prutehoss Trom
Eid Dork
Dorsiton
Narasd Bark’ Matthews
A. Wunse
Kyamin
Gottig
Grenfell Ilfeet
Somme
Earthquake Toll Grows Near Wellington City
The New Zealand quake area reports 26 dead as rescue teams confirm more victims. Accounts describe a hillside silo collapse near Mokipinui River and the death toll rising from the Wednesday disaster.
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Wellington
New Zealand
Erie
Taek
Mokipinui
Prest's Ltd Sale of Menswear and Kids Boots
Prest s Ltd advertises sales on men's heavyweight pajamas striped Oxford shirts and socks. Featured items include men s hats and military style boots with discounts noted by date. Youth and boys boots and knickers offered in multiple sizes while supplies last.
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Sale
Serge
A Valuable Estate: Neubgoene and Bedford Heirships
The probate notice outlines a Victorian estate valued at £92115 with Kennedy of Bedford as a key heir. Relatives are noted as largely absent, and there is a mention of a legatee in Australia. The document reflects an early 20th century wills notice with missing details and partial names.
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Neubgoene
Frokate
Jets
Willanina Jane. Kennedy
Bedford
England
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