Sustrenance Depute to Victorian Premier Refused Admission
Melbourne dispatch reports a deputation of 4800 timber workers and union leaders pressing for sustenance for the unemployed amid an industrial dispute. Premier Sir William McPherson refused to admit Jock Garden while delegates urged state aid, with ministers citing costs and wage-board options.
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Victorian
Jock Garden
Melbourne
William McPhergan
Jock
Wilton McPherson
A.g.0.u
William
J Gandép
Garden
W. Duggan
Darden
Nincompoop
Mr. Toul
McPherson
Maninet Dent
Ted
Chamber of Manufactures
Winder Industry Wages Board
Gether
Metougall
Hpsyjatorisn
Ewa
Aire
W.atcosk
A W U Deputation Pushes Public Works Jobs
Melbourne hearings reveal union members in rural districts struggle to find work as hundreds are laid off. Speakers urge that Australian and British workers receive preference in employment, while the Premier contemplates extending public works as a solution to unemployment. He notes possible policy differences and promises inquiry.
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Melbourne
Ersing
A.w.d
Hogan
Ragard
Attacks on volunteers convicts sentenced in Sydney case
In Sydney on Thursday, workers were convicted and sentenced to ten years imprisonment each despite mercy pleas by their counsel Mp Kidgan who announced appeals. Other charges against the prisoners were withdrawn.
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Sydney
Obarsegalatne
Limber
Kidgan
Sve
Timber Yard Fire in Prahran Timber Yards
Two fires were discovered in Linay's timber yards Prahran tonight. They were extinguished quickly with little damage. Police guard the yards. Jocks Garden left for Sydney.
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Melbourns
Linay
Prahran
Sydney
Great Derby Sweep Drawn At West End Hotel
The Stock Exchange gamble was secretly conducted at a West End hotel. John Harmillop outlined a new six revolving letters and five numbers system to replace marbles. A spinning disc paired letter twelve with a chosen horse, revealing the entry. The scheme aimed to speed and quiet the drawing, with five identities tied to five numbers for the final ballot.
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United
London
Eni
John Harmillop
Onganisen
Seouseh
Anonya
Soblad
Excelsior Band Plays On Despite Training Disruptions
A visit to the Excelsior Band at Meyunder Street reveals 40 youths undergoing rudimentary training under Geo. Gammow. The band faces tests, with limited practice and instrument shortages noted. Efforts by Pirie and band supporters aim to restore past standing amid parental and electrical commission involvement.
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B.A S. Exselsior
Prathisa
Pires
Scala
Pirie
Einhiginets
Tineanes
Willip
Excelsior Band
Yaloura
Abu
Fay Plaht
Look Garden
Electeraity
In Sensational Smash Kills Three Near Fremantle
Perth witnesses a fatal crash last night as three people die and a fourth girl suffers severe injuries. The victims include Alexander McMason of Sealand and Fayen of Fremantle. A party of travelers traveling from Nerrogin collided with a wagon on the road, causing one vehicle to overturn. Mr Henry Norris and a Clairemon girl were among the injured, with McMahon and Fayen dying at the scene or en route to hospital. Several others remain in hospital with serious injuries.
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Perth
Thursdix
Aletamder’ -McMason
Sealand
F Ayes
Fremantle
Ever
Nerrogin
Henry Noriis
Clairemon
Paris woman on trial for servant murder 1927
Madame Portail, aged 83, confessed to stabbing a servant during a burglary claim. Police were called by Portail the night of the death, with evidence later suggesting inconsistencies in her account.
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Ceifeg Service
Paris
Muidensiress
Marianne
Joulsn Portail
Madame Partail
Madang —Portell
Madame Portyll
Eclipse Observed At Mor Star Camp Amid Clear Skies
Scientists and crowds gathered at Mor Star Camp to witness a total solar eclipse. Professor Jackson demonstrated solar observation gear as the moon covered the sun, yielding a pale halo and corona. Despite passing clouds, observers reported a successful alignment and broad satisfaction with the event.
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Sargias
Singaporh
Indiana
Lisit Coynyeti
Jackson
Idle Collieries Committee Decision Not Withdrawn
Sydney reported Thursday that the committee conference decided not to withdraw the proposed action. It was learned the decision was reached by a small majority of private members.
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Sydney
Boiler Room Fatality Causes Vessel Valve Burst
A boiler room accident caused a fatality when a valve blew and steam released rapidly. The incident occurred aboard a vessel with injuries reported as the victim died instantly. Names and exact roles are unclear due to damaged text but the event centers on a sudden boiler explosion aboard the ship.
Stolen Lamp Case Goes Before Court
A boy was brought before authorities on a lamp stealing charge. Evidence showed the lamp was taken from a theatre area at 9 20 p.m. He pleaded guilty and his mother was ordered to enforce good behavior until he reaches 18. The defence cited guidance given to the boy by a man named Maabe, urging honesty. Witnesses described the incident and the boy’s confusion during questioning.
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Monteles
AE Te IP
Marsaith Bavi
Valdad
Sargent Noblet
George Henry
bloGregor
Muay
Jane Bulleen
Wells
Klaabe
Alexander Sineet
Lampownal
Sas
Lamp Waelesis Planclolires
Philips
Blanche
Ivayn
Moufries
Unemployment Debates in House of Assembly Report
A garbled report covers discussions in the House of Assembly on unemployment. Speaker Hill calls for inquiry into unemployment issues while criticizing government plans and past rhetoric. The debate touches on government programs and public works amid unclear details.
Debt summons reveal widespread distress in Port Pine
In Port Pine, many debtors faced summons and occasional imprisonment as judges heard cases this week. Debtors described unemployment and meager wages, with several unable to meet obligations or afford board and lodging, highlighting genuine poverty behind the distress.
Funeral for New Zealander shot by police announced
A chaotic wartime style notice reports a New Zealand national killed by a police shooting. Details are fragmentary with references to May Day, Berlin, and an individual named Mackay amid unclear ceremony notes.
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Bertlt Berlist
NEI Nsw Zealander
Petition Refused in Adelaide House Fight
A petition asking that a representation or improvement be allowed was refused before the House by Mr. Butler today. Mrs Batlee stated that the men were there and the Hon b. b. Maden of the Sppositions was present.
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Adelaide
Representa
Butler
Peemaler
Mri Batlee
Uie
Vasa Deora
Suez Canal Trade Returns for 1928 Show Hefty Totals
The 1928 Suez Canal trade report lists overall tonnage and key user nations. It notes Swette Swette and Dutch and French vessels contributing major shares while British Tanker Co and Ellermen group also appear among top users.
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France
Ebstad
Juan Ang Ilakan
Tines
Ellermen_group
Bomb Outrage At Opera House Injures Professor
United Service reports Professor Val Hemaris of Bremler was shot in the arm during a bomb attack outside the Opera House on Monday night. The wound is described as serious. His son Josef was mortally injured as he attempted to help at the scene. Police are conducting inquiries and guarding barricaded areas. people without proper documents are being detained.
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Sele
Labor Department
Chamber of Mans
Treasury Gardens
Dagson
William Mcpher
Chamber of Manufac
G. Droms
Pemier
United Service
Kowno
Val- Hemaris
Bremler
Ithoanta
Tin Opera House
Wall
Josef
Opera House
Parsons
Relief Concert at Altaniwa Theatre Sunday Night
An excellent programme arranged for the Por Pirie Belief Fund at the Altaniwa Theatre on Sunday. Leading talents will assist, with an audience expected to be large. Appearing include Mesdames Shearer, McMahon, Carisen, Keer, and Misses Tundle, Monehell, Gy, Taylor, Alohs ardaon, G. Bell, Mr. Summerstard, D. Pammenter Pelham, Master Pelham, and Messrs Williams and Shearer plus the Male Voice Choir.
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Altaniwa Theatre
Por Pirie Belief Fund
Mesiames Shearer
McMahon
Carisen-aod Keer
Tundle
Monehell
Taylor Alohsardaon
G. Bell
Mr. Summerstard
D. Pammenter Pelham
Master Pelham
R “Willams and Shearer
Voine Ghoti
Local Market Prices and Poultry Rates May Vary
The column lists current market quotes for meat products and poultry. Items include ham, middies, roasts, and ducks with prices per pound or dozen, reflecting regional trade notes and commodity listings for the day.
Canberra’s seamy side shows in drinking shops critique
A Melbourne Herald representative reports Canberra cafes, called drinking shops, as dirty, noisy and disreputable. Inspectors find Continental style outlets with low-cost interiors, poor sanitation, and customers drinking and socializing publicly, raising concerns over public order and health.
Metal Markets And Open Shopfronts In Canberra Town
Intermixed report notes metal markets in Canberra area with references to nearby towns and open shopfronts. Mentions December 22 openings, late 1920s or 1930s pricing terms, and local convictions for drunkenness. Includes scattered figures on metal prices and currency terms, with mentions of Sydney and New South Wales markets and the London Metal Exchange.
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Glngston
Tammerly
Gabllake
Guy
Civic Centre
Earl of March
Grunkenness
Watory
Canberra
Adelaide
Queanbeyan
Australan
New South Wales
Sociaton
London Metal Exchange
Quosaheyan Gyurh
Lie Wales
Gonnesestandara
Teres
Ars
Tom
Pott Forelen
Rash Falt
Shalhsay
Floods Threaten Iraqi Rivers and Surrounding Towns
Severe flooding from snowmelt in Anatolia drives the Euphrates and Tigris to new highs. Rana is encircled as crops drown and villages fear being overwhelmed. Tribesmen race to dry banks and repair the Baghdad-Dasra rail line while water barriers give way on islets and mangled waterways. An Beirut report notes Euphrates at flood levels pushing people to higher ground.
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Bagdad
Rana 15
Fonds
Euphrates
ingdad-Dasra
Railumy
Beirut
Neils
Distress in Pirie Relief Committee Contributions Noted
Distress in Pirie report lists gifts to the Pirie Ladies Relief Committee. Names include Mossimés A H Godding R G Symonds L Rodda B Clarke Afnnco Harvey Miss P and Miller Mr C I Grey and friends of the cause. Blanket donations come from O A Degenhardt Mayor and W Calley.
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Pirie Ladies
Mossimés
A. H. Godding
R.G. Symonds
L. Rodda
Clarke
Harvey
P. and
Miler
Grey
O. A. Degenhardt
Princess Ju Ju Musical Comedy at Institute Hall
Princess Ju Ju returns in a revised two act musical comedy at Institute Hall on Saturday night. The production features eighteen musical numbers and five ballets with Juri and Dorrie White leading a strong company. Nelba Meyrick draws praise for ballet and dance work as the chorus trains hard and the cast delivers tuneful songs to support the unemployed relief fund.
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di ‘Lado
Melba’ Stacey
Nelba- Meyrick
Inc Company
Ainige
Taylor's
Clerk Robbed Attacker Secures £208 at Underground Station
A Swans Ltd clerk, Mr Allsn Ellwands, was knocked down while descending to St James Underground station. A man grabbed a bag containing £208 and fled. No bystanders were present at the time.
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Sydney
St Jamea
Allsn_ Ellwands
Swans ‘Ltd
Mc. Edwards
Coursing at Plympton in Adelaide High Note
Fragmentary report from Adelaide on Plympton coursing events with names and places partially legible. Mentions areas, individuals and times in a trail of OCR errors, indicating a local sports or mirror item with uncertain details.
Public solicitor appointed to aid poor in divorce case
In Melbourne on Thursday Justice MacParsonson named Ms. Burbank as the first barrister to take a brief under the Poor Persons Act. The Public Solicitor will conduct the case of a poor man seeking a divorce. He said he had no fees, with 135 similar cases needing counsel for those unable to pay.
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Hystntitt
Fishlera
Melbourne
Poor Persons Ira
Justice MacParson
British Elections Update Amid Turmoil and Treaty Talk
Fragmentary British election copy outlines dissolution rumors and treaty discussions. Text references Parliament factions, May dates, and shifting alliances, with scattered place names and uncertain outcomes. The readable segments hint at constitutional challenges and potential strategic moves by parties.
Antarctic ventures and plans unfold amid ice
London reports outline expeditions and funding for Antarctic exploration. Sir George Wilkson and Admiral Byrd discuss routes to Deception Island, potential polar stations, and projected costs with British and Australian support.
League of Nations efforts stall progress on reparations talks
In London on Wednesday amid confusion over German reparations, governments debate a possible breakdown in Paris. Officials strive to reach a settlement on the terms and scope of future payments as tensions rise.
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United Sérvice
London
Eggardine
Paris
Royal Court plans Windsor move on January fifteenth
In London the royal court announces Windsor relocation set for January fifteenth. Weather and coastal improvements are noted, with unspecified ceremonies and public events mentioned. The piece hints at defenses against possible conditions and mentions a inexact timetable for related activities.
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