The Coal Strike Developments Show Central Tension
Sydney reports the coal strike intensifying with a Wednesday deadline for miners to back their case after confrontations with engine drivers. A potential ship line disruption looms as interstate trade faces vessel withdrawals and widespread layoffs warned if a settlement is not reached. Charlton signals ongoing efforts toward settlement and plans to press Prime Minister Bruce upon Melbourne arrival.
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Tragic blaze at Home Will Mathering plant claims driver
Brisbane report: Warvid Bannister, 42, an engine driver, died after a refrigerating room fire at Home Will Mathering Company Home Hill. Fire crews battled flames that engulfed the building and washed benzine fuel, causing extensive damage estimated at £2600.
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Brisbane
Warvid Bannister
French Debt Arrangements With Britain Reported
Newspapers state that France and Britain near agreement on the French debt of £642 million to be repaid in 62 annuities of £12.5 million. Talks cover safeguards and a moratorium Blaine has refused, plus a settlement of the Bank of France debt to the Bank of England amounting to £41 million due in 1929.
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Oxeda
Four Thousand Five Hundred Miles Motor Expedition Planned
Arrangements are complete for Captain Bagot to depart Adelaide on Tuesday in a motor expedition to the Northern Territory. Three cars carry 12 passengers at 400 pounds each, including Federal politicians. The trip aims for Darwin by June 4 and back to Adelaide via Queensland by June 25, totaling about 4500 miles.
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Bagot
Territory
Darwin
Queensland
Vessels in distress as rescue efforts unfold off Sydney
Two ships, the Wongavalla and Eastern Moon, face dire straits near Australia. Wongavalla, with 16 passengers including eight women, sails from Newcastle to Nauru but suffers a broken tail shaft and propeller loss, while Eastern Moon also loses its propeller. Caplan Anderson reports no wireless contact. tug Lenfield is expected to tow Eastern Moon as rescue operations continue amid rough seas and gale conditions.
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Hampshire
Drittvlosen
Sandy Cape
St Giles
Sydney
Fiernel
Sea Island
Helief
Eastern Monn
Caplan Anderson
Slauey
Lenfield
Tradlwil
Cricket match score summary featuring Mailey Macartney and teammates
A fragmented scorecard shows Irusat Ub Macartney versus Newman I Malley a ye ve Sir with Macartney contributing multiple wickets and runs. Key figures include Everett, Mailey, Kennedy, Brulian, Livsey, and Ryder among others. Final tallies list runs and overs with several players noted as none for, not out, or run out, reflecting a detailed but partial score sheet.
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Irusat
Ub Macartney
Newman
I Malley
Everett
Manley
Yy Mead
Ye Everett
Rowell
Malley
Kenedy
Macartney
Brulian
Andrews
Mailey Mill
Sir
Bild
B Macartney
Ross
I Macaurtney
Livsey
Multis
Boyes
Guiting
Ty Kennedy
W. Burlslay
Snavs
Tom
Taylor
Kenney
Marurtney
Kenny W. NI
Ponsford
Vy Boze
T. J. Andrews
St. Livese
Ryder
Kemeny
Oh Gregory
Kills
Bayes Malley
Tatu
Gowlings
Kermiedy
Brown
Nen
Gross
Match Against MCC Richardson Bowls Well
Australia vs MCC match report with Richardson excelling through the innings. Key figures include Collins Utter, Ponsford, Oldfield, Gregory, Macartney, and Woodfull. Australia posted a challenging innings while Richardson kept down the run flow and took several wickets. Continuous bowling spell and tight fielding limited the opponents to a modest total as the game progressed.
Farmer Killed in Wagon Collision at River Murray
A farm worker, Chamberlain, was killed when a wagon bolted near Rigamy on the River Murray. The draft of four horses dragged him 560 yards after being hit by a vehicle in poor road conditions while returning from Paringa. The tragedy occurred after tea on Sunday with the wagon and runners detaching from the road.
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M. Falcon
Captaing
Ware
N. Hole
St. Stevens
W. Frank- Vn
de Ge
W. MacBrian
A. P.P. Chapman
M. Foster
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Ay Kennedy
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Ualling
MacBryan
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Gregory
Musartney
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Woodhill
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Hichardson
Flendren
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Ang Wis
Hendron
Michardson
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E. Collins
Loshon
Iehaedson
Welllingig
England
Stephens
Chapman
Adelaide
A. Chamberlain
Farmer
Ote
Paringa
Ehatr
Ryder
Chamberlain
Fire in Colliery In London Children Reported Trapped
A fire in the Blacksvit G Colliers area at Glascaw on Saturday caused dense smoke and potential fatalities. About 250 workers were affected as 100 rescue squads labored to reach the scene and assist those overcome by fumes. Thora Alexander and Hubert MéGerehe are believed dead in the incident.
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Glascaw
Thora Alexander
Hubert MéGerehe
Bomb Thrown at Derby Street House in Melbourne
John Hallam of Derby Street Col- 1d awoke to a missile on his roof Sunday night. He found smoke in the yard, carried his two children downstairs, and a subsequent explosion threw them. The house windows were shattered, but no one was injured. Villainous act suspected amid distraught cries and broken pales.
Injured Jockey Dies After Hay Races Incident
A jockey injured at the Hay races on Friday and Saturday died. He left behind a widow and several children. A collection of about one hundred pounds was raised for his widow at the Saturday event.
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Jimmy
Jockes
Theatre Guests At Howard Hotel Supper
A fragmented account notes adults enjoying a supper at the Howard Hotel after an entertain ment. Names mentioned include Gladys Versag and Brawhing Motimery, with unclear other details.
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Howard Hotel
Gladys Versag
County match report with players and scores
Saturday's county match saw Fonbon and Boyes contribute key scores while Newman starred with a 3 for 3 spell aiding Northants downfall. Macmillan took 6 for 22 including five for seven, Leicester slice and Hobbs added solid figures as the home side posted 62 with Hussey, Hatlow and Sand among notable names.
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Tor
Ney Bull Hatlows
Hobbs
Sand
Norge returns with Amundsen dirigible at Heller Alaska
After 40 hours overdue at Home Alaska the Amundsen dirigible Norge reappeared above Heller near Nome ending a long voyage through the North West Passage. Captain Amundsen maintained his calm, while Ellsworth and the missing aviator duo are reported to have survived a disappearance in the Arctic.
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Sie
Ellsworth
Arctic
Ranin Bowk
Norseflight record near the North Pole details
The report chronicles Amundsen's polar era feats with vast distance figures and routes from Nome to Teller, Point Barrow, and Wrangel Island. It notes speeds, leg segments, and dangers, including a nearly damaged propeller blade and magnetic observations, culminating in North Pole proximity and perilous weather.
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Lost in a fog a tale of Amundsen voyage to Alaska
The fragmentary report recounts Gapisin Amundsen Kinsett and the Norge crew navigating dense fog and ice while attempting to reach Alaska. Harsh conditions, instrument failures, and hazardous seas test the crew as they strive to locate land and maintain observations amid extreme cold and uncertainty.
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Alaska
Gapisin Amundsen Kinsett
Ie Norge
Forty Four Hour Dispute Threats and Building Trades Meeting
Federal Executive warns New South Wales Couchmakers branch against 44 hour work week defiance. NSW branch persists with 48 hour policy, risking mass dismissal of about 2000 workers and industry impact. Sydney tradesmen council convenes at Lily Town Hall to pursue a united five day forty hour week and broaden union to painters and plumbers. Leader Nool Lyons stirs controversy from past actions.
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Lily Town Hall
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Australia
Bulgaria Charged Over Frontier Skirmish Report
A Reuters dispatch from Sofia reports Bulgaria rejected as responsible for a frontier skirmish near Simnitlan. Yugoslavia sent a strong note claiming Bulgaria caused the incident. The clash left 17 wounded and complications are expected as the dispute unfolds.
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Jugo-Slavia
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Sttmnltan
International golf recap with mixed results and names
The report covers a golf day with players including Von Eins from America and Wilkes near 62, Tolley, Cuimet, and Gardner mentioned among others. Scores and placements appear scrambled, with Bob Jones noted at 46 percent and other names like Tyrrence and Markengie listed in disordered text.
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Thited
Rewakis Illness Delays Eniled Service and Flight
A damaged account describes REWAKI illness and canceled engagements delaying a long air voyage. The crew endures fog and ice formation, struggles with weather and compass failures, and finally sights Alaska near Point Barrow after a drawn out journey from King’s Bay.
Departure for Nome and the Norge's Future
Misb Saturday Antoin Mibandeen, Mp Ellsewortle Fico attend the epee bout as a nurse prepares for Nome. They will sail for Seattle. presumption grows that the Norge will be dismantled in Tilley for shipment to New York.
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York
State of Uncertainty in Industrial Britain
A British press roundups the ongoing general strike impact with observers noting labour unrest in an industrialised economy. It cites observers accusing unions of political aims, the rail and car sectors enabling essential supplies, and calls for reform within trade unions while praising workers resilience and national unity.
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Hrussia
Keom
Teruy
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Sunday Express
Miner Thomas Purvis Sentenced After Striker Outburst
United Service reports miner Thomas Purvis of Donaster was jailed for three months with a £400 fine or an additional three months. Courts heard he shouted during an arrest plea that workers would rule the country, urging others to join the strikers.
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London
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Donaster
Pur- Vin
Gnd
Australian Apples Stockpiled After Strike Fallout
Half a million cases of Australian apples sit piled at London docks after a strike. Ships Benugo Banffshire Port Kembla Port Brisbane Osterley Port Dunedin Fallarat Commerine Apawa carry cargoes bound for Hull Liverpool Manchester and Australian House trade. Rates rise 6 to 10 shillings per case as buyers seek to clear the glut. one vessel with 28 000 cases diverted to Hamburg amid reduced congestion at London docks.
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Australia
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Labor Shortsightedness in Government Proposals
A Broad Press Commer summary notes government plans to limit district wage rate withdrawals. It criticizes labor shortsightedness, highlighting miners’ living costs, railways’ resistance, and a pushback against extremist newspaper attacks. It asserts continued union minority strength and wartime industrial resilience as evidence of progress.
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Observer
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Lo Vie
Pstton Waiagorits
Industeal
Serious crash injures famed motorist A V Turner
A V Turner, noted for many speed records, was critically injured yesterday afternoon during a hill climb contest promoted by the Sydney Cycle and Motor Club at Brnook Vale beyond Manr. He lost control on a rough stretch near the finish, struck a rough road and a bump, causing his Bugatti to leaps, the car tearing fence and pools before stopping upright. Turner remained conscious with two deep head wounds as spectators rushed to assist.
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Pilsudski Triumph Stirs Turmoil in Poland
Special report from Vienna notes Marshal Pilsudski capturing key territory and moving toward negotiations with the government as Poland faces civil strife. The president resigned amid calls for stability, with Pilsudski seen as pivotal to peace and prosperity in the region.
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Sato Seriesi Declares Non Dictatorship in Government
VIENNA Saturday Marshal Pilsudski halts attempts at forming a government and states he does not intend to create a three military dictatorship. He emphasizes a civilian framework while guiding the political transition.
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Jungle Menace Shot by Captain Garbett Near Tage Brayag
A jungle threat ends as Captain Garbett shoots a lion or leopard after a 10 week hunt near Tage Brayag. The beast previously harassed nearby camps, terrorizing houses and abducting animals before the escape effort concluded.
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St Andrews Four Ball Rounds Noted By Golfers
A fragment notes a foursome including Don Popplewell and a famous golfer playing at the Eden course in St Andrews yesterday. The pair recorded scores of 64, with holes in three and one in two, marking a new round for the event.
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Popplewell
St Andrew's
Helicopter contest rules sparked by failed test in Marseilles
United Services reported a helicopter event in Marseilles where the lone entry failed the required tests. The Air Ministry said no prize payout will occur and the competition will be renewed, with strikes looming if the strike continues. The government resists new restrictive legislation, while volunteers are urged to train for essential services amid concerns over trade unionist backlash.
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Secon
Ueh
Tte Beachery
Wheat Market Declines Amid Quiet London Trading
London reports show wheat cargoes quoted with slight declines though little business activity. Parcels available at a 2d discount, while Liverpool fixtures for July and October dates are noted. port authorities meet with dock officials about the temper of trade and possible arrangements.
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