Spain Bombs German Battleship in Gibraltar Harbor
Spanish reports claim the pocket battleship Deutschland was bombed while at Admiralty Harbor in Gibraltar by Spanish planes. Casualty figures vary with early counts of 39 dead and 83 wounded. Germany denies firing, while Italy and Germany reportedly agree to deploy larger ships and planes to protect patrol vessels amid ongoing tensions with Spain.
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Sydney Tragedy Court Sentences Laborer in May murder
Thomas Mullen a 36 year old laborer was charged in Central Police Court with murdering Harry Brown on or about May 19 at St George Queensland. He was remanded until Thursday pending production of the original warrant. No application was made for further order.
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Thomas Mullen
Central Police Court
Harry Brown
St. George
Queensland
Bomb Thrown on Roof Causes Large Hole in North Melbourne
A bomb in a treacle tin was hurled onto the roof of Hugh Monaghan's North Melbourne home Saturday, gouging a hole in the galv anised iron. Browns body, with a bullet wound, lay beneath the Millicreek bridge near Garah eight days earlier. Mullen was arrested Saturday after police found him unconscious in bushes beside the Nepea River.
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Hugh Monaghan
North Melbourne
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Garah
Mullen
Nepea
Lacey Defends Labor Move Against Press Criticism
Adelaide Monday Opposition leader A W Lacey blames the press for sowing division in the Labor Party amid looming plebiscites. He defends the party’s leadership, cautions against external meddling, and asserts the party’s unity despite press questions on leadership changes and internal reforms.
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Adelaide
Labor Party
A. W. Lacey
Lacey
Tahar Party
Agaim
TL Hays
Wheat Prices and Labor Debates Amid Mixed Weather Signals
A May 1 report from Adelaide notes 5/1 wheat prices tied to Willish baselines for farmers near Port Adelaide as overseas markets show cautious demand from Germany and Spain while American markets ease on better U S Canada weather. Winnipeg rains offset export demand. local selling continues. The document also covers social policy debates on child rations, work hours, and government cuts, with Labour Party figures defending and promoting reform amid political contention.
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United States
C. Anderson
Winnipeg
Boiling mud terror hits Rabaul refugees
Reported eruptions at Rabaul drive thousands from their homes amid fears of epidemic and food shortages. The Malaita steamer loaded with 900 tons of rations and 20 tons of flour is set to depart Brisbane for Rabaul, aiming to reach in five days. Supplies including medicine, blankets, and salt are pledged as authorities urge rapid air drops and relief. A tidal wave scare spreading in Australia is later denied.
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Australia
New Capital to Be Chosen in Muddled Report
A fragmented note from an unknown source claims a new capital will replace Malan at Selwoted after relief work. The report mentions AVlute and a Veskenat body weighing the capit bat, with unclear references to administration and immediate actions.
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Ter
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General Rain in Pirie District Reported
General rain covered the Pirie district as measured by observers with rainfall figures near 60 inches noted at a station. The rain began late the previous night and continued through the morning with fresh falls expected, followed by clearing and a cool northerly wind later in the day.
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Weather report notes record lows and local snowfall
Yesterday's almanac records a 5 degree minimum over 24 hours ending 6:30 am with 58 over five days and a previous night of 46.5. Falls reported include Fred Wurma Uy among 38 points on Hart’s Bridge property, H Welch near Pine Tad with 21 points, and Dennis of Baroota with slushy conditions.
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Australian team contends with injuries in Pirie Hospital notes
A fragmented report from Pirie details players and staff, including Me eo Hele West and Mr Wood, with several taken to hospital for observation after incidents at local venues. Mentions of Chris Nagel and J Sime note medical returns, while officials discuss team prospects and possible American opposition in the coming year.
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AHL
Pirie Wollen Court
Mr . Wood
Sun al
Stan Doudies Wood
Dirks Wert
U.S.A
Chris Nagel
Pirie West
Nils
Fisherman Drowned Near Moonta in Squall
Moonta reports say George Newtring a 49 year old fisherman disappeared after a squall while alone at sea. Wreckage from his cutter was found six miles from Moonta with hull pieces and engine casing, while searchers scoured the coast from The Gap to Cape Elizabeth for his body. Newtring born in Sweden and a returned soldier.
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George Newtring
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Cape Elizabeth
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Sandhills
Sweden
South Ward Seat Contenders Shuffle in Local Council
Jeanes Independent member for South Ward signals retirement but hints at seeking reelection as a representative for that area. The Liberal and Country League’s Mr Vey is another councillor for the ward and no opponent for Jeanes is expected.
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Ack
Jeanes
Menmer
Momina
Pirie council urges preferred overpass at Solomontown crossing
Pirie town councillors criticised the Railways Department over crossing safety, pressing for an overway bridge near Solomontown. They noted cost issues with a subway, discussed Commonwealth and State roles, and planned further talks with Commonwealth and local MPs. The motion to pursue the overbridge passed after debate on safety and accessibility.
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Bolomentown
Pirie
Commonwealth Railways Commissions
Jeanes
Reid
Beate
Werans Vives
CG. B. Anderson
South Australian Railways
A. W. Lacey
Mr. Threadgold
Gahan
Commonwealth Railways
Anderson
Solomontown Crossing
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Lacey
Threadgold
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State
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Adelaide
Tureadgold
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Watts
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Davis
Ald. Davis
Gaba
Atwell
United States eliminates Australia in Davis Cup doubles win
The United States defeated Australia in straight sets in the doubles to clinch the Davis Cup in the American zone final. Two singles matches remain but cannot change the outcome. The Australian team will depart Wednesday to compete at Wimbledon.
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England
Germany
America
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Mir Sproule
Mako
Budge
Willi
Australia
Lawn Temnis Assortation
New York
United States
Quist and McGrath May Return to Australia
Melbourne reports a monthly Australian association meeting debated returning Quist and McGrath to Australia immediately. A telegram was sent to Mr C2 Sproule urging immediate action to place the players in Australia. The decision aimed to serve the players' best interests and ensure their prompt repatriation.
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Nallways
Sny
Joanes
Anderson
Melbourne
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