Bank Haranger's Defalcations Details and Leniency Plea
A court heard that a banker’s defalcations totaled 27 800 over several years. The Grave Prosecutor noted the scale of the offense while Maxwell urged leniency citing the banker’s past exemplary status and personal regrets. The accused, Comey, admitted taking funds from the bank and expressed hope to repay.
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Gerney
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Eyl
Joa
Comey
Maxwell
Apsva
Agornsy
Casterton
Ay & Borgers
Abuse of Titles Braventian Honours Bill Proposes Penalties
London Thursday report details an Abuses Bill introducing penalties for offering or procuring titles or honors. It defines acts of granting or accepting gifts to influence dignities as criminal. Summary conviction carries up to two years imprisonment or fines up to 850 pounds.
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London
Wensday
S.mlademaster
Xerin
Afing
Heuter
Postal Inquiry Reveals Superintendent’s Statement
Fragmentary transcript shows the General Post Superintendent testifying on Friday about his prior evidence and his desire to be relieved of duties. He discusses fatigue and the department’s strain, noting mental and physical pressures on senior staff amid duties and public scrutiny.
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Johns
Jie
A. Fosarer
Aesling
oMeess
English Derby Sweepstakes and Bets Amid London Rounds
In London on Thursday the Daily Sail notes betting on the Derby sweepstakes and other large pools. The Baltic sweep leads at £50,000 with battles for the Autgmobile and National Liberal pools near £3,000 each. Multiple sweeps noted across investors and societies, with activity surrounding racecourses and associated betting markets.
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Thureday
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Sys
Boek Faxhhausd
Glad “Swaep
National Liberal
Glab Sweet
sAnhwstér Busi
Joes
Ireland
German reparations talks amid armistice hopes in Paris
Paris reports Prime Minister Poincare urges firm stance while Germany signals possible concessions. Cuno and allied leaders seek a workable settlement on post occupation finances as France enforces strict controls in the Ruhr region. High Commission tightens measures across Rhine country railways roads and districts. hostages prepared to ensure safety of lines. French authorities push for stricter oversight and compensation schemes amid ongoing negotiations.
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Toressed
Paris
Poincare
Cuuneeson
Gommieston
Peputies
Cali
Ned Gow
Hesceforth
Ieee
M- Polocare Furthee
Ebal
Goks
Steling-Shaethé
Prancé
Abandatr
Germany
Cologne
Rhineland
Hot fight with burglars robs Brisbane store
In Brisbane a bold burglary attempt at Wooloowin ends with intruders fleeing after a tense confrontation. Two revolvers were kept aimed as the bandits escaped, leaving behind tools and a trail of confusion. The incident marks another entry in the store’s troubled history.
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Brisbane
Priday
Wooloowin
Abr
Robertson
Wits
Natiagisg
Forse
Special Selected Wine and Bettie Bottling Notes
Readable fragments indicate a wine lot labeled Special Selected Wine two years Bettie and B/E three gallons. Details are sparse and uncertain from OCR.
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Bovilos
Barks of-Gavan ceremony review in Warsaw
Fragmentary report notes a formal event in Warsaw and references reviewers Jeng and Klosisulo. Mentions Poland and a visit to Wall Venionsteate with unclear names and dates. Readers should note a ceremonial context and potential external observers.
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Gavan
Oraenw
Warsaw
Epaners
Jeng
Klosisulo
Wall
Prohibited Immigrants Day Sparks Racial Rhetoric on Sea
An early 20th century report notes xenophobic and racist language targeting immigrants and people of color aboard ships. It details authorities or shipmasters enforcing limits and mentions a local incident involving a Chinese community and semaphore authorities.
Jim Lusk Old Soldier of Pirie Dies After Long Service
Jim Lusk, a Pirie native and early 20th century rowing and military figure, died after a long career with the Pirie Smelters and the Shanes roasters club. He served in the 42nd Battalion in France, was later in the Machine Gun Corps, and returned to Australia in 1913. His death marks the end of a prominent sports and military era in Pirie.
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Jamies
Jim
Momatis Stroos -Sansliciliom
Tata
Lusk
Nottisor Teland
Citizeny
South Australis
Pirle
Australia
Don
England
Pirte
Lutterly
Adelaide
Metropolitas
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Lyadea
Meo
EJ. Wills
Ranlies
Me Wills
Ls Aefor
Nens Mateo
Fowins Club
Tostwo
Meyarss
Les
Lare
F.bosomworth
Etrester
Lovey
Shipuon
Tanisean
Lilsk Toskes
Irish Deportations Indemnity Bill Sparks Debate in Commons
A parliamentary motion seeks to restore indemnity for deportations linked to Home Secretary duties. Liberals and Labor urge a bill to compensate innocent victims, arguing the policy grants power without adequate remedies. Report notes detainees at Holyhead and arrivals at London Euston met mixed reactions.
Indemnity Bill Debate Masks Government Power Questions
In the House of Commons on Thursday a heated session debated the Indemnity bill as ministers faced questions on arrest and false imprisonment. Bridgeman asserted plans to sue for damages while discussing possible treble damages for disability-related cases. Ambiguity over government power and indemnity provisions drew contention, with unions wary of ministerial prerogatives and legal reach. In Dublin, armed raiders attacked the Castle Law House, Sir William Mahon’s residence, and ransacked nearby estates, underscoring security tensions.
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Moule
Wihard
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Wis
Bymeine
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Lansbury
Bridesman
Watts-Moeun
Richard
Manbions
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Dublin
Castie
Law House
Wilam Mahon
Gignbrook
Sane
C'Pymes
Republican envoy in Australia reported in Sydney dispatch
A damaged report notes Republican envoy discussions in Sydney with Irish Republican leaders. It mentions their legal representatives Watt and Windever arguing jurisdiction and Commonwealth limits, with sessions likely to extend several days.
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Sydney
anxious to avoid break with Russia stated in heated debate
In a Thursday session in London officials and lawmakers debated policy toward Russia. Committed to preventing a rupture, ministers faced questions on territorial claims and British subjects. Lord discussions with Stanley Baldwin Ramsay and others pressed for assurances, but no firm pledge was given.
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Comiton
Rusia Jas' the -Princiyal
Hope
Ronald
McNeil
Tor
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Mos Dow
Hodason
Stanley-Balawin
Joxehequpr
Ramsay
Mastonaia
Baldwin
Bar Faustantten
Wwe
Woman Convicted After Brutal Assault in Alexander Street
The case reports Mary Ellen Jules accusing Wilson of a brutal assault on a woman in Alexander Street. Wilson pleaded guilty to the charge, with defense noting the severity, and was fined with a short custodial period alongside a compensation or fine. The incident involved witnesses and a local constable, highlighting police response in Brinkworth.
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Wilsons
Pirie Po
Mrog
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Wilson
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Ellen Jules
Alexander-sipset
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Rouce
Alslaise
Yestertay
Makning
Ganstable Vonderborech
Braworth
Lerl
Erresten
Eyr Pirie
Wilsen
Ro Hannan
Ie Wiformant
Alryt Alexardes Street
Ryan
Pirie
Pirie, Whee Wilson
Wool Sales at Hull Amid War Era Turbulence
London report outlines Hull wool trade activity during wartime conditions. Wool largely from ore brea and local sources, with demand indications amid broader market uncertainty.
Wages Inquiry Upheld in Wallaroo Copper Work Case
In a Gulf inquiry the Wallaroo Mines Company faced scrutiny over wage reductions and arbitration efforts. The deputy president argued the company sought court review to curb industry costs, claiming workers’ basic wages should be lowered to reduce strikes and bolster profits. Workers would gain from any wage relief if profits improved. The case tested whether the company could achieve profit targets without harming job stability.
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Dia
Irekaton
Ant. Aparnand
Religious Prosecutions in Russia Reported
Reuters reports ongoing religious prosecutions in Russia with mentions of Patriarchs and church leaders, including alleged anti-Soviet and anti-state actions. The distorted text references church admissions and political defense appeals amid unrest in religious communities.
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