Unemployed Waterside Workers Face Gloomy Pirie Outlook
The Waterside Workers' Federation reports 80 percent of Pirie workers are off duty as a winter slump hits port activity. Hubby Jim O Malley notes the local labor force is stretched, with three weeks of scant work and a very bleak outlook. The drop mirrors a rare off season since 1926, when winter slowdowns were even harsher.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pirie
Lol O'Malley
Mie
Mom
Tara Tinie
Guany Firmisies
Simon
Glorious tomb to be lent to Canberra memorial
Melbourne today reports the board of manage uicut of the Australian War Memorial decided to lend a memorial bust by Sir Bertram Morhenmil to the Federal Capital Commission. The board adopted a Thucydides passage to fit the memorials purpose.
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Melbourne
Thomas Glasgow
Board of Manage
Australian War Memorial
Federal Capital Commission
Colberr
Bertram Morhenmil
Howse
Thucydides
Uwle
Womannpower at New Alhambra in Garis drama
A New Alhambra showing of Haighl MacGrath's Red Book story You Gant Always Tell centers on a wealthy New Yorker and his infatuation with a premier dancer. Ralph Kraves plays the youth, Margaret Livingston the cold hearted dancer, with Kathryn Peery in a key role. The plot follows the dancer's influence and the boy's moral growth through artistic temptations and training scenes in Southern California.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fox
Haighl MacGrath
Sim
Weromes
Ralph Kraves
Margaret Livingston
Allie
Lou Telvay
Kathryn Peery
Hempsey
Ping Wills Ledge
California
San Lieno
Steel Preferred. A Pittsburgh mill drama on stage
A chaotic steel mill narrative from Pittsburgh features Wally Bay as an ambitious worker opposed by Waldron. Amy Resth is central as love interests weave through jealousy and danger. Wally saves Amy during a dramatic drum scene, averts a strike, and exposes Waldron’s schemes amid machine peril and clanging shuttles.
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Pittsburgh
Cumishte
Wally Bay
Tally
Waldron
Amy Resth
Tie Teves
Wally
Amy
Walls
Tonga
Wally Battler
Vierie
Mitt Suet
Charlie Murray
Theol
Left handed apes and orangutan show limb preference
The report notes that Hieriilas and chimpangees are left handed while the ourang-outang is right tongued.
Fire destroys factory in Ultimo with £25000 damage
Sydney Tuesday report states Wright's Motor Body Works in Wurris Street Ultimo burned down this afternoon. Fire brigades arrived too late. building gutted with damage estimated at £25000. Cause of the blaze unclear, possible internal contents contributing to spread.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sydney
Tuessey
Wright
Wurris Street
Ultimo
Caught in the Act at San Francisco Church Raid
Detectives conducted an elaborate stakeout at the Roman Catholic Church of SS Peter and St Paul on January 9 and stopped a would-be dynamite attacker before he could trigger a blast. A decoy guard, mirrors, and silent watchers covered the area as officers neutralized the fuse. The suspect, identified as a would-be terrorist, was killed during the thwarted plan.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
SS Peter and St Paul
Vannes Avenue
Tasoun Boubud
Mattner
Torin Perarrist
Death in Melbourne Hospital Casts Mystery Over James Love
James Love aged five died in Melbourne Hospital from fractured ribs and internal injuries after reportedly being violently attacked. He had been arrested on a charge of indecent assault against a young girl. Detectives continue to inquire into the death as questions arise about the injuries and circumstances surrounding the incident.
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Melbourne
James Love
Love
Williamstown Rifle Meeting King’s Prize Stage One Results
Melbourne dispatch reports the first stage of the King’s Prize at Williamstown with P Haverfield of Bendigo leading, followed by WW Harris of Wodonga and G Bruce of Yarrawonga in the top placements.
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Melbourne
Williamstown
Mee
P. Haverfield
Bendigo
Harris
Wodonga
G. Bruce
Yarrawonga
Redhill Races Handicap Steeplechase Odds Mix
The page lists multiple party race entries with handicaps at Redhill and nearby venues, including Leuhami Kalwing Vie-a-Vis Roudade Hose Lawn Uruck Lad and 139 EUWEKA HANDICAP. RISNOVIGE and YDS-REDEILL HANDICAGS feature contenders like MISS ROSA LABOR PARTY PRINCESS OLIVE and BEN BROUGHTON in various six furlong to two mile events with assorted weights.
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Leuhami
Euweka
Mecry Alwyn
Ben Broughton
Labor Party
Arille
Two Shot
Bazlon
King Frederick
Perleu
Sealspeed
Kileardy
Marty
Visca-Vis
Bayscape
Pueta
Winnapio
Federal Parliament in Melbourne debates on federation grants
The Melbourne House of Representatives sat after weekend adjournment and discussed the cost of living data, a United States conference invitation, and the States Grants Bill. Ministers highlighted Empire marketing funds, and opposition figures argued over per capita payments and federal–state financial arrangements as the debate concluded with the House adjourned.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Melbourne
House of Representatives
Iment
W. Jc. Gilson
B. G. Stewart
Postal Department
Hue
S.M. Firties
A. Blakey
Blakely
Broken
Brice
J. Fr. Louisen
United States
Commonwealth
HW &. Pearson
Gustons
Maloney
Steel
Me. T. Paterson
Mackay
Bim Piru Marketing Board
Empire Marketing
Anl
Empire
A. Paterson
Tasmania
Western Australia
Biuter
Forde
M.D. Fameson
Queensland
H. Gultett
Ginllett
Amesica
Canada
Britain
Lassion
Brearney
Hill
Federation
Clement Permanenty
Duke at Wellington Return to H M S Renown
The Duke at Wellington returned to H M S Renown after a royal ceremony in York. The ship was greeted by a full guard of honor and band as Monsignes and guests witnessed a dinner hosted for the governor and related dignitaries.
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Duke
Wellington
H.M.S
York
Monsanes
Ne Vral
Vorkhgon
Blood Stock Sales in Melbourne Turistu Notes
Unclear Melbourne based stock sale item lists purchasers and prices. Mentions Nightfall's Daughter and several horses or stock names with values in guineas. Names include Mr A Munbrr Mr Wo Burke and Mr M Burke with various bids.
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Melbouwnie Turistu
AL Tig
Cumulus
Nightfall
Csi
A. Munbrr
Panoply
Wo Burke
Beppinsan
A. Willig
M. Burke
Two-Thirds of European Emigrants Headed to United States
A study reports two thirds of European emigrants choose the United States as their destination, reflecting long standing migration trends. Researchers note economic opportunity and family ties as drivers, with patterns varying by country and time frame across the continent.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States
Argentine floods toll rises after record rains
United Service from Junjut Argentina reports eleven known dead after four record flood events caused by torrential rains in the district. Authorities fear the number may rise as much destruction and widespread damage are noted.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United Service
Vancouver
Chinese Problems Rise as Troops Arrive in Hong Kong
A wireless message reports over 6000 Southern troops arriving in Hong Kong amid a welcome procession and anti-British posters. In Kiukiang and Chungking, Chinese authorities and demonstrations mark the day, with mixed scenes as British consular resupply issues and anti-foreign sentiment surface. In Hankow, calm returns after earlier disturbances.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United Service
Hong Kong
Frown Watts
Chungking
Ely
Cha Quel AL Changsha
Hankow
Murder Charge In Melbourne Tragedy
Melbourne police report on a homicide at a hotel bar where Gilbert Brockenshire, a prominent manufacturer, died after a confrontation with Robert Brown, a barman. The suspect was arrested and charged with murder after the early morning incident on Treckenshire Street.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Melbourne
Robert Brown
Gilbert Brockenshire
Brocka
Treckenshire
Dream vision links to river death mystery at Hobart Gardens
A woman recalls a vivid dream linked to the death of Lionel Sehwils, a Hobart resident, describing a scene at river near Botuplew Gardens and a figure carrying a woman’s burden. Detectives note one witness could illuminate the case though details remain unclear. the dolphin sighting adds a sensational note to the unfolding mystery.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lionel Sehwils
Hobart
Ano
Delguttves Spertitement Vakes
Mars Ty
Lionel Selita
Federal Capital Progress Report Presented to Parliament
The Federal Capital Commission's annual report for the year ending June 30, 1926, was presented in Parliament detailing progress across works. It calls for courts of justice in the Federal Territory and notes there is no liquor import restriction. Despite dry status, large camps consume liquor, fueling intemperance, with no reduction from controls.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Melbourne
Federal ‘Capital Commission
Surly Netiot
Fire destroys church in Brospext district
A church in Brospext at the corner of Lower North Road and Victoria Street burned down this morning. Police investigate the cause after rumors of arson. Salvation tools and hymn books were damaged. some woodwork survived with only a charred frame remaining.
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Swelmne
Numan’s Cire of
England
Lower North Road
Victoria Street
Railwaymen Conference agenda at Adelaide meeting
The Australian Railways Union holds its annual conference in Adelaide on Tuesday. President Mary J. Blackswell accepts the phase and motions are recorded. Port Pirie branch moves to consider withdrawal from agreement with the Australian Labor Party amid ministerial railway discussions. Subbranches urged to submit suggestions to improve the proposed agreement before final terms.
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Adelaide
Syetiy
Shr Loutte
Australian Railways Union
Hresea House
Nurtt ‘Terrace
Mery J. Blackswell
MLM
Phate
Muse Utes
Ie Port Pirke
Australan Libor
Rees
Inegard
Able Union
F Rom
Sai Uranch
Wilon
Nahd
Sisting
Cruiser Sydney and the Wise Sprny as a training ship
The Federal Government debates using the Wiser Sprny as a training vessel linked to Austrian ties and Meslukiv history. Officials weigh public sentiment and the ship’s upkeep against a more economical option to maintain the cruiser Sydney under current conditions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Melbourne
Tuesiay
Couskusium
Presenit
Four Men Hanged in U.S. Murder Case Twist
In an unprecedented act four men were hanged for one murder in Relicfonic Pennsylvania. They planned a $20,000 bank heist and the leader killed a policeman during the escape attempt. The executions marked a historic milestone in American capital punishment.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United Service
Vancouver
United States
Relicfonic
Pennsylvania
Stiut
Croydon Shooting Suspect Faces Attempted Murder Charge
John Alfred Battersby aged 44 percent was accused by Adelaide Police Court of attempted murder of his wife and child at their home in Croyson. Det Sun Correll questioned him amid testimony about a shooting morning. Bail set at 200 pounds. bonds posted by father and uncle. Accused to report to police twice weekly.
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Adelaide
John Alfred Attersby
Correll
Thomas Fleet, Croyson
Dattersby
Adelaide Polley
Raymond Kenneth” Battersby
Lex
B. E Wurst
Ayen Battereby
Twice Married Woman on Bigamy Charge in Adelaide Court
Ethel Maud Lashman formerly Whitlers faced the Criminal Court Young on a bigamy charge. A court session heard she had married Morris Lakl van and Bigard Newman Smith while her first spouse was alive, with age at marriage noted as 11 and 23 at charge. She pleaded not guilty and was released on bond of £25.
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Adelaide
Tucduay
Marrie
India
Ethel Maud Lashman
Whilters
le Criminal Court
GL. Abvolt
Desenera
Achaed
Motheil Morris Laklvan
St Luke's Church
Melainie
Wer Nusend
Unlawrelly
Bighard — Nueman Smith
Prospect
Crushed by Wool Bales: Wharf Laborer Dead
Sydney report states Charles Knox a 90 year old wharf laborer died after being crushed under wool bales on the steamer City of Norwich at Pyrmont. He worked yesterday. a search found him this morning before he had left for home. The body was horribly crushed when recovered.
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Sydney
Charles Knox
Norwich
Pyrmont
Gus
Gilssel
Idle pits worker crackdown under Mines Act rules
A Tuesday report notes mines must follow the Mines Act with examinations before work starts. More details say extra collieries to be inspected on the South Mail line. About 100 men are employed across affected pits.
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Mailand
NSW Basic Wage Bill Clears Assembly Amid Debate
The Legislative Assembly moved a wage bill forward today after debates over terms and potential impacts. Proponents led by Industrial Controller A J Piddington urged rapid passage to set a clear minimum, while opponents warned of unintended consequences and increased costs for employers.
Women Seek Seats in Upper House Interview
A six member deputation of women from Lempfeld met Governor Lo sly uh to press for appointing women to the Upper House. They spoke with the Governor but would not reveal the interview's outcome. Meanwhile an unrelated note from England mentions 20 cowpies dancing to music broadcast via wireless, with dancers using receiving sets and headphones.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sydney
Lempfeld
Losly
Iua
Therkhampatead England
Japan Sees Severe Earthquake Shake Towns
A strong earthquake struck the Orake and Kobe districts in Japan causing extensive damage. Many houses collapsed or were unroofed, fires broke out, and several towns were daily shaken. Reports describe numerous deaths and injuries with telegraph and telephone lines disrupted and transportation infrastructure severely affected.
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Tokyo
Muley
Orake
Kobe
Japan
Ogaka
Tragic Tokyo Earthquake Devastates Coast Towns
Reports indicate 4000 affected mainly Miyagi and Kyoto prefectures as tides and fires devastate coastal towns. Six passengers aboard the warship Galiformia are seriously hurt and a 63 year old woman drowned. Rescue efforts rush to the damaged area while Tokyo and Yokohama remain largely unaffected.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tokio
Uieroll
Kyoty Pres Fecture
Yokohama
Kyoto Prefecture Earthquake Death Toll Reported
Direct reports from the atric sey region describe widespread destruction in Kyoto Prefecture. Thousands killed or missing, over 1,000 injured, towns wiped out by fires. in Minayama over 1,000 dead and 600 injured. evacuations and fires reported across multiple villages.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wiest
Atric Sey
Kyoto
Minayama
Ovaka
Mie Sagored
Suhwe
Sutiieh
Satire in a Will Lawyer's Strange Bequest
United Service in Marseille reports a lawyer left 1500 pounds to Juneth asylum in a bizarre clause claiming restitution for rivals who frittered away funds. The lawyer's heirs contest the will arguing the wording misstates the intent and seeks legal action to overturn the bequest.
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United Service
Marseilles
Mondas
Juneth
Nadimen
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Commonwealth War Memorial
New Alhambra
Williamstown Riflemen
Redhill
W.P.A
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Kurene
Lady Saint
Miss Piat
Murex
My Num~ber
Princess Olive
Shoewone
Yelroant
Bob Marco
Miss Gelamus
Mi Elder
Winn
Winnap
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Tressvale
Iraville
Miss Husa
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Spinifex
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Belmonty
Lord Nobra
Miss Rosa
Lightfoot
Perley
Korene
Marny
Prince Callius
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Heirman
Princess’ Olive
Gum Aver
My Number
Hose Dawn
Pistol Fuse
Lake View
Inavilie
Miss Hosa
Berroughton
Elonara
Ariite
Bunton
Mary
Pavla
Witnap
Elonfra
Skuolenga Welte Handtcad
Merry Alwyns
Yallandry Kine
Emfego
Emiboo
Federal Parliament
Cost OF Living
Brition
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Federal Capital
Port Pirie
Pour Lives
America
Croydon
Battersby
Young Bride
Maitland
N.S.W
Tuttort
Leveaitared
Taal
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