Port Pirie Autumn Races Chief Event Won by Spinifex
The Port Pirie Autumn meeting of the Fort Pirie Lists and Weather Club drew dull tote figures though weather was fine. Spinifex won the Licensed Victualigra Handicap as Galore and Spinifex split the two horse field. Spinifex dominated the finish with Galore runner-up amid strong tote activity across the nine race card.
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Port Pirie
Spinifex
Fort Pirie
Wistuillers
Wes
Galore
Epinife
Haroun
Jnlulisator
Petunia
Alsterhuule
Loxiee
Triske
Farle
T. Roeroile
Myr King
Ballagh
Tin Ercatt
Mensrs
Glatand iv! Sona
Adelie
Shel Winnie
J. Mirmin Mwaking
Mogars
Hy Plot
Sam
F. 4
Gordon
Barney
Spintis
Pirie
Merry — Alwyne
Spinifes
King Sam
Barney Sprite
Misa Rows
Captain Lau- He
Mirabilite
Srb Toman
Mew Rowe
M. Spee
Anitons
Ligensen Vituallars
Spinifen
Drakespear
Blok
J- Lesaue
Caseywy
Ry Browenw
Coe
Misa Rona
Tonola
Nome Mild
Lady Lavadierra
Berkaml
Plenty
Tira
Browne
Hlome Maid
P Barret Ao
Barrys
Wireland
Essenfalda
Yacht in Storm Claims Several Crews Lost
A storm wrecked a yacht injuring multiple crew members and claimed several lives. Details list crew names and boats involved, noting losses and race results for the ill fated voyage and related handicap events.
Signor Mussolini A Modern Napoleon
United Services London reports an interview with Signor Mussolini in which Lord Rothermere cites Mussolini as a modern Napoleon. The Duce is described as reshaping Italy and Europe through a powerful, centralized regime and economic, industrial strategies aimed at dominance.
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United Services
London
Lord Rothermere
Man charged with murder in Sydney woman found fatally injured
In Darlinghurst Sessions Alvaander Lindsay Whitaker faced murder charges over his wife’s death at Bellevue Hill on December 4. He pleaded guilty to manslaughter and was remanded for sentence after the woman was found with extensive injuries in a bedroom at her home.
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Sydney
Alvaander Lindsay Whitaker
Darlinghurst
Bellevue
Father's Sacrifice at Oran Beach
In Sydney on Wednesday, Frederick Kuors plunged into rough surf at Oran Beach to save his daughter swept out by Theun Yorthw. Exhausted he failed to reach shore in time while 60 men joined the rescue. both were brought ashore with the daughter later declared beyond recovery.
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Sydney
Frederick Kuors
Oran Beach
Theun
Werasdalanes
Hele
Struggle in hotel ends with barmaid's intervention
In Sydney on a Wednesday a hotel incident saw Jack Quinsey, former jockey and now tenant of the Gom merelg Hotel, Halhurst, attacked by a man. Barmaid Miss Mary McNamara grabbed a mallet and knocked the assailant down, leaving Quinsey unconscious before the attacker was arrested. The quick action likely saved him from greater harm.
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Sydney
Jack Quinsey
Liensee
Gommerelg
Halhurst
Mary McNamara
Quigley Itso
Quigt
Australia fund aims to send sculler to London title
Sculling enthusiasts Messrs T Lovatt and H Mckinnon in Sydney raise funds to send Australian champion Al Burns to London for the world sculling championship. They expect Nazi cat people will subscribe £500 toward the £1,000 target.
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Sydney
Messrs
T. Lovatt
H. Mckinnon
al Burns
London
Rao Red
Farewell to Rev Peters as Central Methodist Mission bows out
A large gathering at the Central Methodist Mission bid farewell to Rev John H Peters and Mrs Peters as they prepare to take up ministry at Alberton Church. The departure drew strong expressions of goodwill from church officers and local congregants, with tributes noting Peters’s long service, financial leadership, and steadfast cooperation with the wider circuit.
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Central Methodist Mission
Alexander Nheek
John H
Peters
Alberton Church
Bra. Peters
Pirie
Re Taylor
Comlor
Taylor
Pues
Lahore
Nile
Eure
Central Mission
Th W
Fiona
herNichow Park
Alberton
Enmign
Salvation Army
Solomontown
Baptist Giroutt
Res
Norman F. Laie
Shceer
Priors
Ihe Elrewil
Laie
Mr. Peters
Lavinge
Laney
Maerindol
Initea
Petery
Thorn
Train kills man near Millswood station in Adelaide
Adelaide report states Mr Albert Ernest Birrell about 60 of Arundel Avenue Millwood was struck and killed by a train near Millswood railway station tonight. He was identified as the victim in a fatal accident prompting inquiries by local authorities.
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Adelaide
Albert Ernest Birrell
Arundel Avenue
Millwood
Millswood
Chicago Campaign Turmoil Spurs Extraordinary Attacks
In Chicago the presidential primary campaign has devolved into violent outrages with bombs injuring figures linked to Senator Deneen and Judge Swanson. The District Attorney offers 2000 dollars for bomber arrests while officials denounce the plot as a bid to retain political power. Senator Norton calls for Marines to defend property as unrest spreads.
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United Service
New York
Chicago
Charles Deneen
John Swah
Vihe
Maciaery
Thomynon
Metlon
Ty Homb
Kunssickers
Craw
Orion
Tenean
Thompson
Hénren
Crowe
Norrin
Sneesa
Washington
Unitest States
Nicaragia
Pe Kent
Chiseara
Forged policies target widow and murder cases
A convoluted tale of forger Mrs Tilch Savior and murderess Lorraine who plotted an insurance policy on Albert Snyder’s life for £20000. Investigations suggest Ruth Snyder or Dod Fiewy may have named Albert, who never saw the policy. The orphaned daughter Lorraine questioned if any payout will reach her.
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Tilch
Wilt
Dudil Gray
Husbani
Dawehler
Lorraine
Ruth Snyder
Dod
Albert Snyder
Alpert
Strife in China Sparks Mass Exodus Toward Hong Kong
reports from behind the front describe government troops defeated in Gomme and defections to Communists. city panic spreads as peasant uprisings rise in Kwangtun province with feared Red control spreading, provoking a large exodus toward Hong Kong and reports of unrest and atrocities.
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Swalow
Gommeniet
Gommuniats
Pane
Hong Kong
Melbourne Trades Hall statement on 1927 police strike reinstatement
In Melbourne on Wednesday Melbourne Trades Hall reacts to Minister for Formats Mr Beckett stating the government would not reinstate the 1927 police strikers. Beckett says the position is his alone though some believe it reflects Cabinet inspiration.
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Melbourne
Beckett
Mitcham Murder Trial Continued Ahead of Verdict
Kleinert murder case at Mitcham nears resolution as trial resumes with Abelirea findings and police testimony. defense argues prior evidence lacks harm and questions constable Hanlon’s reliability amid ongoing proceedings.
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Iilbourne
KiMaert
Sampson
Mitcham
Gorman
Flood Threat in Gippsland Amid Heavy Rain
Flood warnings issued as heavy rains pound Gippsland threatening several towns. Warnings say rising waters may force evacuations and disrupt services across the region.
Amusement Tax Debate Faces Adelaide Theatres
In Adelaide a debate on amusement tax and competition features remarks by Hon BL Baller and critics led by Phil Finkelstein. The Premier defends the government’s plan, arguing no patronage loss and promising to push their program for Adelaide theatres despite opposition.
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Adelaide
Baller
Phil Finkelstein
J.C. Ywdamaon
Cove
Willonon
Mr. Kutlir
Alleged shooting case at Adelaide Tailway Station
Adelaide Wednesday. Joseph Zoveau charged with shooting with intent at a plasterer, George Horace Thompson, at Adelaide Pallée Gourliday. Remanded on April 5. Bail set at fifty pounds with no surety. Counsel said defense had complete answer. accused did not oppose bail.
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Adelaide
Adelaide Pallée
Glossop Affray Victims See Worsening Conditions
Reports from Warmeila describe two women wounded in a Glossop stabbing affray. Both remain in hospital after Sunday night incident with one in serious condition and the other still in danger, according to Thursday evening dispatches.
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Warmeila
Hurwera Hospital
Zinis
Damgerotty
The Royal Court Halted Service London Fashion Preview
In London a halted service era fashion week showcases youthful debutantes in semi period looks. Six leading dressmakers reveal pastel shades and garden inspired gowns using organza georgette and tulle. Models emphasize delicate blues yellows and nereids as they unveil jewel toned fabrics and light tafetta drapes.
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London
Royal Court
Ky. Hindfords
Holy Ness
Georgette
Yale
Fiber cultivated in China as early as 2800 B.C.
A fragment notes that hep, claimed as the most cultivated fibre in the world, was grown in China as early as 2800 B.C. The brief reference places ancient plant fibre use in a historical context without further details.
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China
B.C
Hughes denounces migration policy at annual conference
Mr W M Hughes, incensed by federal migration policy, attacks the policy before the annual conference of the Martalists Association in Australia. He questions allowances for relatives and describes entrants as a “stream of scum” from America. He urges action and vows not to tolerate such conditions.
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Sydney
W. M. Hughes
Mrtas
Australia
Cousen
Vanis
Mro Hughes
The Melbourne Raid in Sydney Targeted Band Visit
Sonny Clay's negro band arrived in Fruitney en route to America. The manager claimed the raid was hostile from start to finish and accused the authorities of mistreatment during the Commonwealth Band's prior visit.
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Sydney
Sonny Clay
Fuitney
America
Ant
Commonwealth
Port Pirie speedway hosts top riders on rare Monday meet
Port Pirie Speedways Limited promotes a major speedway event at Port Pirie Memorial Oval on Hasler Monday night. Alby Taylor, Ned Kelly, and Keith Littlefield headline a strong lineup with Jack Bullmount and Mary Butler among announced entries. Officials plan to interview Port Pirie Council on track surface issues to improve the speedway for this premier meeting in South Australia.
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Port Pine Speedways Limited
Hele Wee
Meeking
Port Piexperdwar
Hasler
South Australia
Sheedman Trim
Speedway Royal
Adplante
Alby Taylor Ake
Lustralia
Australia
Ned Kelly
Port Pirie
Keith Liteliield
Adalaida
Jack BulloMt
Han
Thas Ale
Hiim
Fenat
Enlef
Marry Butler
Harry Manghers
Murphy
Port Pie
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Signor Mussolini
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