Singapore naval base gift to colonial government
London reports in parliament that the Straits Settlements will acquire and hand over the Singapore naval base site as a free gift to the British Government. The Governor conveyed His Majesty’s thanks while a New Zealand contribution of £100,000 was noted as an example of broader goodwill.
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London
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F . Penny
Lcs. Amery
Admiralty
Wal Ty
Duke of
Iisshire
Hy’ Omies
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Straits
Srlti
Exeyaur
Legislative Council
Naval Base
Thurstoy
Sineyeure Naval Base
Marples
Salisbury
Vonleiulion
New Zealand
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Wenger of Ly Peruuisry
Hell
Omraleship
Lords Debate Sets Critical Tone On Navy Policy
Reuters reports a heated Lords discussion on naval base strategy and British sea power. Grey questioned the command structure while ministers argued over Australia and New Zealand protection, with implications for Singapore and regional security.
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Reuters
Bonen
Mini
Arne
Hvidane
Binkiliyeay
Australia
New Zealand
Willy
Wheeler
Austriia
Vadim Anest
Washington Aareoinnals
Pyle
Gemunicats Jen Wit JL
AEROPLANES IN COLLISION
An air collision near the Laure air practice ground leads to casualties as a Department of injury reports a fatality. Officials say multiple machines were involved and investigations commence to determine causes and responsible parties.
Young Woman Killed as She Hints at Trails
A young woman was killed during a confrontation at a trailhead. Authorities say a suspect attacked her, causing fatal injuries. Police are investigating the motive and potential links to other incidents.
New German Scheme Aims To Ease Rupture And Evacuation
A Time report from Berlin outlines a three stage plan in response to Allied pressure. Germany would withdraw passive resistance decrees and release prisoners, then lift some repressive measures while restarting coal coke production and troop withdrawal, followed by full deliveries and final troop pullout. The plan seeks to create space for work and avert allied bombardment, with Britain viewed as the likely aid source though uncertainty remains.
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Herlin
Fesuaha
Nchemis
Herimany
Dockers Strike Warns of Service Disruption
A garbled regional note reports dockers threatening a strike over working conditions at a port area. The brief mentions potential service delays and labor actions affecting shipments and local businesses.
Strime at Smithfield Market Amid Turbulent Week
A garbled report from Smithfield Market notes unrest and factional tension during a tense week. The passage mentions conflicting authorities, disputed duties, and rising concerns over market control and safety, with references to external influence and internal strife affecting operations.
Exploding Cartridges Hit Team in Undefined Report
An unclear OCR fragment mentions cartridges exploding and a tied sequence of names and places. Readable items include references to a team, possible players, and an incident described as an explosion or strike. The text is garbled with multiple proper nouns, preventing precise reconstruction of event, location, or dates.
Gladstone Exe Committee Meeting Notes and Socials
The Gladstone executive committee met on Monday July 9 to adopt the annual balance sheet showing a surplus of £487 18 02 and to discuss building costs and improvements. W Crowden presided and long reports praised past services, with presentation of tokens to retiring members and notes of social events including a dinner with guests Mrs Hewett and Mrs Wood and tributes from members.
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Me. W.growden
Railway Employes Charged In Sydney Fraud Case
Sydney reports two railway workers Imry (timekeeper) Lissner and Tavis Fitzgerald aged 52 were charged on 22 counts for allegedly forging employee receipts and uttering them to the Railway Commissioners to defraud, involving £285. Hall was granted sureties of £300.
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Sydney
Polesaint Uday Gearee Lissner
AL Yeara
Tavis Fitzgerald
Sili Xansers
Hall
Oakes Declares Coal Dispute Settled in Sydney
Mr Oakes, acting premier, reports intervention by him eased a coal dispute. Although a noon deadlock occurred, he proposed recommendations accepted by owners and miners. Proposals to be reviewed by associations. work expected to resume in about a fortnight when plans are ready.
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Sydney
C. W. Wakes
Oakes
Liberal Union weighs conference with National Party and farmers
At a Liberal Union meeting in Adelaide the group considered replies from the National Party and the Farmers and Settlers Association about holding a conference to promote or sustain union to oppose Labor. The National Party signaled willingness to confer on political matters and a conference may be arranged. timing to be fixed within weeks. The Farmers and Settlers Association reply was discussed but no substantial progress reported.
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Adelaide
Liberal Union
National Party
Farmers and Seitlers Association
Orewtic Union
Ltwr
Fileral Union
Phe
U Hinifer
Married Woman's Death Shocks Sydney in Arm Tragedy
A mystery tale from de Migies Waeday details the disappearance of a young masked woman linked to Mrs. Meydon and an Australian marriage. Police suspect foul play as a body or trunk, burial hints, and a possible illegal operation emerge, with inquiries tracing to Sydney and Newcastle on Tyne.
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Sydney
Australia
Newcastle-on—Tyne
WAAC
Manly
Meydon
Ie Yiello
Joe
Nee Nusband
Sydney Tose
Congregational College Welmide Endowment Experiment
An unusual plan outlines endowment aims and farming a limited community to establish a college in Australia. The Congregational group faces questions about the experiment as it seeks support and details for the project.
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Australia
Islington Workshops to Undergo Rebuilding in Weeks
In Adelaide on Thursday officials stated Islington Workshops would undergo rebuild and reorganization, with work expected to start in a few weeks. Street work for new building frames was called for, indicating preparations for the project.
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Adelaide
Nulsstonep
Railways
Wo. Web
Islington
Protests Against Black Grown Maize in Australia
A Melbourne deputation from New South Wales and Vittoria protested to Minister Austin against South African black grown maize. They cited large imports in Australia failing to meet local requirements. The minister promised consideration.
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Melbourne
New South Wales
Vittoria Fedora
Austin
Chapa
Husteans
Australia
Ministar
Small coastal steamer Wadlamba wrecked near Port Stephens
Sydney reports the coastal steamer Wadlamba with general cargo wrecked late last night at Morna Point near Port Stephens. The 14 crew aboard led by Captain Anderson landed safely at Port Stephens early this morning. Only the masts of the vessel remain above water.
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Wadlamba
Morna ‘Point
Port Stephens
Anderson
International Aviation Derby Opens for World Flyers in October
The International Aviation Derby in San Francisco extends to include world flyers in connection with the American Legion Convention in October. First prize is £500 with several trophies to be awarded.
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San Francisco
Thuesday-An
Vilatinn
American Legion
Bouter
Death notices and travel notes from a Pirie telegram
A Reuters London dispatch reports the death of famed comedian Albert Chevalier. In Pirie railway circles T Ray resumes duties after a three week annual leave. Rev J Moves heads to Adelaide this afternoon for a mission project. Robinette AW appears in Pirie after industrial work in Adelaide. The Bishop of Willochra returns from Hick-On Missing duty to Gladstone. J H Thompson, retiring National Bank manager, recovers from influenza and will be farewelled at the Barrier Hotel. A London state treasurer and others plan leave as travel and health update. Mr Jatin Mungeht of Nagyeely dies aged 70 after long service. he leaves four sons and several daughters. Richard Hayden Shounel of Mile End dies. he was longtime supervisor and church worker in Pirie, with connections to St Mark’s. A farewell meeting for JA Dollard acknowledges his service with St Mark’s Band and local associations.
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Pope Adelaide
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Melbourne
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Gondon
Dollard
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Adeline
Woman Missing Man’s Evidence in Botany Death Inquiry
Coroners inquiry into Bridget Shepherd’s death at Botany Road hears Handwick, her husband, say she disappeared on April 28 and lay under a house for 54 days before discovery on June 17. Shepherd was formerly an inmate at a mental asylum. Coroner returns an open verdict.
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Botany Road
Handwick
Removal to Canberra Motion Carried in Federal House
In Melbourne on Thursday the House passed a motion to remove to Canberra. The Prime Minister Bruce claimed the government will appoint a royal commission into the Sumatra wreck amid state inquiries. Committee probes into Navigation Act effects and veterans’ welfare dominated debate alongside wheat shortages and destitute pensions.
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House of Representatives
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Charlton
Gsvernment
Sumatra
R. H. Green
N.saw
Watch
Seamen's Union
Havelunk Wilson
Seamen’s Union i
England
Senate power tax plan faces capital levy drive
The document outlines a Senate push for a new tax scheme targeting capital gains and personal wealth. It notes a 5 percent levy proposal and implies shifts in tax responsibilities across income groups. The text references legislative leaders and the timing of a revenue measure without detailing final passage or specific dates.
French Senate Endorses Naval Treaty by Wide Margin
The French Senate approved the Washing ton Naval and Pacific Treaties by 287 votes to 3, signaling strong legislative backing for the alliance framework. The endorsement comes amid global discussions on naval limits and Pacific power balance.
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Reuter
Baris
Senate
Washington
Handicap hero Legh Winsor tops Swift in semi final
In Adelaide amateur golf semi finals Legh Winsor defeated B H Swift with a decisive comeback. Cheadle edged Hc ute at the 22nd hole to reach the final.
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Adelaide
Legh Winsor
B. H. Swift
Cheadle
Hcute
Alleged Felonious Assault Report From Norman Field
Shortly after 7 o clock last night Constables Wolsey and Guthridge were summoned to a boarding house in Norman Field find a laborer with a brutal head wound. A man was arrested around midnight after allegedly throwing a hammer. The injured man was taken to hospital by Dr. Leite. The arrestee is to appear in Pirie Police Court on a charge of felonious assault.
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