Aistrope Trial Fourth Day Hearing in Adelaide
On the fourth day of the Aistrope trial in Adelaide, Ernest Edward Aistrope, 27, a bootmaker, faced charges linked to the Christmas Eve murder of James Francis Planting at an ALU hook factory in North Unley. Evidence covered his alleged involvement, with notes on a £10 cheque not paid into a bank and later repaid to a hotelkeeper, and details of the accused’s movements preceding the tragedy.
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Adelaide
Ouyt Oy
Ernest Edward Aistrope
Stumler
James Francis Plantagan
ALU Hook
North Unley
Motrope
Ant Lescomine
Gut
Alsteppe
Miedete
Seth
Edie Collins Involved In Tragic Fall Incident
A report of a serious accident describes Edie Collins in a Thursday incident with Leu Phlh death and a fall at a Kus tun tale. Edie sustained a fractured hull and broken right wrist after a fall onto a sidewalk near an adjoining shop. She was hospitalized with multiple injuries, including a pelvis fracture and a leg injury, and later died.
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Sydyea
Edie Collins
Post Office Fraud Claims Bogus Official Suspected
Fraud case centers on a bogus postal official who allegedly obtained £1500 from a woman by claiming a registered parcel at a Lith Service facility. Confusing OCR text notes a planned visit to a post office, with authorities pursuing the suspect while investigations continue.
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Lusdun
Shingle Condemned By Weathestey Lectures On Wealth
A garbled report notes a lecture by De Leonard Williams of the Mell Society condemning shingles. It claims the talk warned of dangers in shingling and wealth, predicting a fall for Gebwnen Eby ME WO and AQ years.
Prince of Wales Visits Spain at Easter
Fragmentary OCR notes report the Prince of Wales visiting Spain at Easter with accompanying mentions of Spanish royalty and a royal journey. The text is garbled but indicates a royal itinerary and events surrounding the visit.
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Prince OF Wales
Spain
Cricketer in Difficulties In A Foreign State
A terse report outlines a cricketer facing trouble amid unclear details. Names, places, and events appear garbled, but the piece references a sports figure linked to a challenge during a tour or presentation era. Further legible facts are not provided in the readable text.
Fire Devastates Rangoon Slums Wrecks Homes
A Rangoon disaster leaves 300 of 400 houses destroyed and thousands homeless. European, Indian, and Harmoss families flee as flames rage through Hangout area while street panic disrupts the service. Five best shoteats monuments are mentioned as the blaze unfolds with injuries reported.
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Calgutta
Local Option Poll Sparks Debate Across County Lines
A fragmented report on a local option poll describes observers and candidates discussing alcohol control measures. Key figures include Esch, Dewenhued, and MeN, with mentions of polling stations, percentages, and audience reactions. The piece notes voter engagement, delays, and disputes over ballot timing and eligibility.
Prests Limited Men’s Wear Bargain Catalogue Lineup
A local advertisement lists men’s nap trousers in multiple sizes and fabrics, winter pyjamas priced at 6 shillings 6 pence up to 11 shillings 6 pence, navy velour overcoats with black rubber options, tan variants, and Coco Matting 27 inches wide in red and green bar design with varied prices from 2 shillings 2 pence to 4 shillings 6 pence.
Chinese Strike Fades as Tense Frontline Stays Active
Reported calm returns to Shanghai after unprecedented border fighting. Nationalist forces claim the clash drew minor casualties while troops carve out control zones. Wary authorities deploy additional police and military units to maintain order amid continued gunfire and patrols in key alleys.
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Niled Service
Shanghal
Final Stages of Family Endowment Bill in Sydney Assembly
In Sydney on Thursday the Legislative Assembly will stay in session overnight to finish the family endowment measure. After this matter is disposed of the House will be prorogued. The Cabinet approved some amendments to the bill as proposed by the devious Council.
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Legislative Assembly
Te House I
Fh Deeiskaive Council
Shane Thirsus
Gedora Pal Tavis
Abe
Politiert
Fabien Willl Aljeeh
Panjstel Alia Feslullins
Alway
Mamely Lie Noustil
Sydney Bartow
Gort
Prattows
Jackson
le Toard
Modgers
Analytic
Gannoyance
Mesuliers
Bruce
Odgers Tt
Piracy on British Steamer Reported by British Naval Vessel
A damaged account describes piracy on a British steamer with plunder and boat sinking. It notes naval alert and investigations with casualties and captives, mentioning efforts to pursue justice and punishment for those responsible.
Endowment Bill Passes Assembly In Sydney
The Folly Endowment Bill cleared all stages in the Assembly. The tax on wages was reduced, and the endowment applies to workers earning above the basic wage. Federal employees are included under the provisions. This report notes the tax cut from previous rates and the new coverage.
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Sydney
Yallourn Strike Ends as Workers Resume
Melbourne reports on the Yallourn strike with workers returning to work at midnight after a brief halt. Foreman opposed extended harassment pending an inquiry, and restrictions were cited as resolved.
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Melbourne
Falling City of Nanking Amid Rising Military Clashes
Fragmented OCR reports from the war front describe chaotic fighting as southern and northern forces clash across a river near Nanking. The text notes army movements, retreats, and disorder with references to generals and strategic positions, but details are garbled and partially unreadable.
Young girl's death after self harm shocks Sydney crowd
Fragmented report recalls a young girl in Sydney who died by self harm. Witnesses describe a struggle and a sudden outcome as the event drew attention. Authorities investigate the circumstances surrounding the tragedy and the motive remains unclear.
American Destroyers Sent
American forces deploy destroyers amid wartime tensions as reports outline strategic movements in the theater.
Unclear OCR text on police action or public notice
Fragmentary OCR from a police or public notice page mentions labor relations and a potential petition. Readable items include a few names and phrases but essential details are missing, leaving uncertainty about the event, date, or participants.
Fragmentary Hong Kong Dispatches and Nameless Delegates
Incomprehensible OCR text from a Hong Kong report references a futtutigress and unspecified generals and delegates. The readable fragments mention Mary A. Gee and hints of warnings by a general, with garbled place names and phrases suggesting a diplomatic or military briefing.
Foreigners Shelled and Doctor Killed in Coastal City
Amid shelling by unidentified forces, a British doctor was killed and residents evacuated as American destroyers plus allied units engaged near the coastal area. Reports describe armed clashes, displacement, and international concern over the attack on civilians and healthcare workers.
Sheep Escapade at Port Pirie Golf Club Sparks Debate
At the Port Pirie Golf Club annual meeting a dispute arose over a stray flock that escaped from W Ferguson’s Crystal Brook shop and wandered into Dig Lee’s market. Costs claimed include repairs, damages, and legal fees, totaling multiple pounds, with Ferguson urging reimbursement and the club resisting liability.
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Pirie Golf Club
W. Verguson
Crystal Brook
Pirie Gulf Club
Dig Lee
Gareu
Ferguson
Golf Club
Irs
Ferguson Wes Hs
Clawmit
MY. Ferguson
Ferguso
Tal Jluee
W & Telephonis Communication
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Wie Oy
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Pirie
Feravnon
Chives
Abe Fergson
Lykhy
Fergusyn
Spytrovy
Warren
Ferstsuu Lorie
Bho Sane
Iris
Yang
Sevrolune
Sjurtuse
Perkuson
Mamels
Ivan
Arehad
Aerial Tragedy in Australia Crashes Near Landing Ground
A mail plane on the Longreach to Charleville route crashed near Tambo, within 400 yards of its landing ground. Pilot David von and passenger Winton man 8 W Bell were killed outright. A third passenger Donaldson died later from injuries after being brought to Tamlin hospital. The aircraft was a total wreck, having struck trees and nosedived into the Burcoo River area.
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Brisbane
Quantas Aeroplane
Longreach Cion‘curry Air Mail
Tambo
Longreach
Charleville
David~ von
W. Bell
Winton
Donaldson
TL Waste West Leip
Guiniy
Litarleville
Burcooreek
Leo
Tamlin Howplan
Loss of the Galava in a Coal Carrier Disaster
The Saline Guard reported the Galava a seemingly poorly built vessel foundering with all hands drowned near a crew aboard the Wel ship. Evidence showed no clear cause though cargo movement was considered, court unable to decide the disaster’s exact origin. The Comet urged reviewing all possible factors given the uncertain circumstances.
Gawler meeting notes race card by Churinga
Sporting notes from Gawler detail race divisions and contenders. Mentioned are Tridls Stakes heats with horses such as W Pringewest pinks Un and Aji arune, plus strong Gard Mending to lead for Weller in Port races. Discussion covers likely winners, field sharpness, and Saturday prospects with multiple horses facing tough competition.
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Churinga
Ersten
Diay
Pringewest
Aji Arune
Ems
Che Weller
Amily
Cer Port
Eds
Amirta Bonever
Atv
Mortimer
Harthleay
Maun
Aithees Algicurine
Mereossig
Perhae
Tolten
Poe
Soninsates
Muriel Lovmay
Inag
Ile MU Teave
Wittier
Royal tip and shipwright long service noted
The Prince of Wales visit in London is described with a skeptical remark about a horse and a claim that Lord Sailoridee owns it. An elderly shipwright, Anorow Robertson, died at 90 after 80 years with a company, aiding in about 500 ships.
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London
Prince of Wales
Anirow — Hobertson
Jaume
Federal Parliament chaos over peanut policy and reforms
In Melugunne, during a Thursday sitting at ten, members clash over imported peanuts and a proposed wine substitution plan. The debate touches on customs, health, and repatriation, with Pratten, Bruce, and Page figures arguing over parliamentary efficiency and ministerial duties while addressing tax, trade, and expenditure issues.
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Melugunne
House of Representatives
B Corner
Tobarse
Wed. Pratton
Messrs
Fenton
Elilet Johnson
Lopyright Association
Lathvam
Pratten
Quenstand
Priuse
Canberra
Family tragedy precedes divorce hearing in Zurich
In Zurich a man named Jakoty Shefel killed his wife and daughter before a divorce hearing on grounds of drunkenness and ill treatment. He then died by suicide. The two victims, aged years and years, were found with injuries consistent with a violent act, and the case implicates a destroyed family unit on the eve of legal proceedings.
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United Service
Zurich
Jakoty Shefel
Heid
Aml
Stolen Children Case Draws In Injunction Details
William Moore, seeking a divorce, described an alleged kidnapping of Theo Clita and two others aged six and eight. An injunction aimed to prevent removal from jurisdiction. Police reported the attacker arrived at the home as the children lived there, threatening a grandmother before fleeing in a car with believed ghostly possessions.
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United Service London
Theoclita
Sik
Willian Moore
Tuegdie
Phildern
Woman Killed by Train At Platform Fall
A tram incident near a railway platform ends tragically when a woman loses balance and is struck by wheels. The tale notes a swift, fatal event as the train passes, with emergency responders attending. The report provides limited readable names or locations.
COOE T HEatre Review Highlights The Bugkaroo Kid
Amusements column notes Coxee Theatre in Hunt Gru praising Western Shiria. Hoyt Gibson stars in The Bugkaroo Kid at 8 00, with lively supporting acts and a humorous tone. Lloyd's Paramount serial and the Gover Theatre box plot at Syeullanu are also mentioned.
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Jatbovs
Hoyt Gibson
Sterlig
Wyoming Wild Cat and a Night at the Wyoming Wel
A garbled review describes a cinema program at New Alhambra featuring a line of screen sensations and melodramatic plots. It highlights the photoplay Pup-Pela and the World War drama in New York's Lowest Fast Side, praising AL Borkett and Nar for the production.
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Soees
Ailton Sills
Freneis McDonnald
Uie
Gertrude Olmstens
Ames
Pirst Nasional
Pmighets
New York
AL Borkett
Nar
Orlush Connection and Occupation Mentioned in Muse Affair
Fragmentary OCR notes reference a connection to Federat 7 and a sears occupation of the Muse. The House adjourned to May Sat Cauborre, indicating an upcoming session or meeting date.
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Orlush
Federat
Sears
Muse
May Sat Cauborre
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