Trains Crash at Caulfield Station in Melbourne Night
A Melbourne Caulfield station collision left one dead and twenty two injured as an electric train rear-ended another on No 1 platform. Casualties include G J Beamis and several others with fractures, injuries, and shock, all rushed to hospital.
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G. J. Beamis
Bondi Beach
Frank Jude
Baleanibe
William Dohey
Terminus Paraie
Chelsea
A. Upton
Martha Muda
Pluway Toad
Ormont
T. Cronk
Wintinen Avenue
Chesea
Bella WR
Australian metal market quotes May 21
Adelaide reports May 21 metal prices from the Australian Metal Exchange and London Exchange. Copper standard spot 56 pounds 6s 3d, three to six months 57 pounds 3s 9d. electrolytic ingots 64 pounds 5s, shipment next month 64 pounds 1s 0d. wire bars 64 pounds 10s per ton. Lead forward 29 pounds 13s, speller-pot 82 pounds 2s 6d forward 4/4. tin forward 92 pounds 14s 7d per ton. Silver cast price fell.
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Weilesdas
Wlvices
Australian Metal Exchange
London Exchange
Fruit and Vegetables Prices From New Markets
Listing of assorted fruits and vegetables with prices and varieties. Mentions apples pears tomatoes cabbages cauliflowers lemons and oranges with unit quotes and ranges, reflecting a market column style from a historical newspaper. The text includes stray phrases about Seeables and Moray varieties and ends with an unrelated line about London.
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B. Wodilossay
Teilay
Dependee Seis
Is Aimee McPherson Alive or Missing at Beach?
The missing evangelist Aimee Semple McPherson is feared drowned after a beach disappearance. Police report her bathing suit and other items left behind, with witnesses noting a planned departure and ongoing strong public interest in her fate.
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Los Angeles
Aimon Semple McPherson
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Myitherson
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Liv
Wester Anerica
Aimee
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Adelaide
Captain Wilkins Ill Luck and Engine Breakdown
Captain Wilkins endured a rough spell as the Detroiter home game prep clicked into gear. The centre engine failed during Sunday warmups, requiring repairs that will take a couple of days, with night flying now limited by current conditions.
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Wilkins
Australia wins second test against Oxford University
The Australians secured a second win by innings against Oxford University in London. England-born players Richardson and Andrews contributed, with Australia totalizing 13-run margin in the second innings. Key bowling by Richardson and Miley helped seal the victory as Oxford collapsed in both innings.
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United Service
London
Tursiay
Oxford
Wiehardson
Match at Bristol Amid turbulent words and unclear play
The eighth trip match at Bristol opened with Sunatiuns and Stevens for the home side against Viv Souby UF Kiglani. Early wickets fell as the Aus captain again lost the toss. Duleepsinhji, Malledardine, and Heddeep contributed in a fluctuating session before luncheon with Gregory inducing a key slip snick.
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Bristol
Viv Souby
Stevens
Hendren
Uulvepsintyi
Gregory
Duleepsinhji
Malledardine
Heddeep
Richardson shines as Australia win rare Derby against London
Artur Richardson starred for Australia taking six for 28 in the first innings and five for in the second, steering a by ten wicket Australia were 321 in the first innings. Gregory Mailey and Grimmett shared early wickets as Oxford chased a tough pitch with Taylor Stephenson and Woodfull fighting to save the game.
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Gregory
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Cheltenham Disaster and Rail Inquiry Involving Stationmaster
A Cheltenham football disaster prompted a railway inquiry after the April 20 incident. The Railways department reports a sequence across the line causing fatalities among the Mie Guiry family. Mr A Willoughby, now reduced in status, is deemed unable to hold his stationmaster role.
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Clericus
Heath Divorice Case Presented In Wisconsin Proceedings
A messy court record shows Amelaiue Heath seeking divorce from Thomas Heath in Wisconsin. The case cites estrangement and allegations of misconduct, with witnesses describing encounters and relationships. The court hearings continue as both sides present statements and evidence.
Premiers' Conference in Melbourne Ends Without Agreement
The Premiers' Conference in Melbourne adjourned without reaching consent on proposed road adjustments and tax measures. Representatives refused to accept Mr Gries view while asserting states retain the undoubted right to participate, leaving the conference abortive.
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M. Bruce
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Sale
Gries
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Victorian Cabinet Plans Stop Rule at Rail Crossings
The Victorian Cabinet moves to require drivers to stop before crossing railway level crossings to minimize accidents. The Wednesday note outlines the proposed legislation and its aim to improve rail safety.
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Middlesex Eleven to Face Union at Lords Match
Middlesex lines up for the Australian Lords weekend match with Mann, No! Muig, GP. Sens, C. Brune, U um, AL Tamer, J.T. Hearne, Jenuren, It. Lee, Durston, and 1. Murrell. The XI aims for a strong showing at the Lord’s ground.
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Mann
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C. Brune
Te. Uum
AL Tamer
J.T. Hearne
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Durston
1. Murrell
Welsh Rugby Tour Policy Sparks Criticism in May Gazette
The Westminster Gazelle reports Welsh rugby officials face criticism over a miscontextual statement regarding future tours. The Wales Union adheres to a Board decision that all future tours require approval, amid calls for fair representation from the federation's guests.
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Westminster Gazelle
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Australia dominates tour results across venues in drawn and won tests
The tour produced a mix of draws and a decisive Australia victory. Leicester match ended with Australia 330 and Leicester 96. Leyton saw Australia 538 for 9 declared. The Oval featured Australia 395 for 9 declared and two for 74. Surrey posted 256 in a drawn affair. Southampton had Australia 338 and none for 338, Hampstead noted. Australia won by 40 wickets at one venue while Lords show Australia 38 for nine.
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Australia
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Leyton
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the Oval
Ine
Surrey
Southampton
Hampstair
LORDS
Avivkers
Mga
Fragmented OCR Quiz Snippet Describes Universities
An unreadable OCR fragment references Australia and Cambridge and Oxford universities with scattered numbers. The text mentions drawn options and possibly examination or quiz items, obscuring clear facts or outcomes.
Assassination Claim Ties Editor to Bolshevik Target
A fragmentary report alleges Russian editor Samuel Selwartabar, a Jewish man, planned to kill Pillura the Ukraine director who sentenced thousands of Jews. The suspect, described as 4 feet tall and linked to the Foreign Legion, allegedly edited an anti-Bulachevik paper attacking Jews with Bolshevik leanings.
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Nisolin
Trident
Adsasain
Samuel Selwartabar
Schwartzbar
Pillura
Ukraine
Schwartzbur
Foreign Legion
Groix
Liberal Dissent Sours Liberal Ranks During Strike Clash
London reports a sharp attack by the Earl of Oxford on Liberal Leader in the House of Commons for not attending a Shadow Cabinet meeting amid a strike. Lloyd George retorts, disowning responsibility for party dissensions.
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George
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Man Named Moreau Kills Self Over Wife Haircut
A Paris man named Moreau killed himself after his wife bobbed her hair, a act linked to personal jealousy reported in local columns. The incident occurred amid social tensions and drew attention to domestic conflicts in the era.
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Federal Parliament Sits In Melbourne Discusses Geneva Agenda
The House of Representatives resumed in Melbourne with MPs debating the Geneva Conference agenda. Discussions touched on tariffs, the cotton yarn bounty report, provincial seats, and a referendum on per capita payments. The transfer of Parliament to Canberra was set for May 9 1927, marking the start of a new Federal era.
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Pratten
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Wren
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Feavon
Makin
Theatrical Scandal Involving Perjury Charge
New York tale of Karl Carroll, theatrical magnate, charged with perjury after Joyce Tayley accuses him of immersing her in a champagne bath during a party for a select midnight audience including the Countess of Gatheart. Tayley, a show girl, testified she was drunk that night and was undressed on stage before the spectacle.
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Joyce Tayley
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Paradoxical Rain Sparks Unity at Agricultural Conference
London report notes unity rising after a recent crisis as J H Cunliffe-Lister opens a Parliamentary Commercial Conference. Three delegates will meet the International Institute of Agriculture in Rome to discuss unifying laws and repealing agricultural credits.
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London
J.H. Cunliffe-Lister
International Institute of Agriculture
Rome
The Sunbeam Co Builds World’s Largest Motor Car
A London report claims The Sunbeam Company secretly constructs the world’s largest motor car. It is twin engined with 1000 horsepower, weighs 20% tons, and aims for 200 miles per hour. The machine would need enormous tyres and inflate with compressed air. Estimated cost around £44,000.
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London
Sunbeam Company
Coal Industry Cites Short Reserves and Idle Workers
In a report from the era, officials warn coal reserves are very short and up to 13,000 Enginedrivers' Association members could be idle. If coal shipments stall beyond a weekend, no coal may be available for shipping as 500 coal lumpers face layoffs.
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Bpeleeard
Ameo
Enginedrivers’ Association
Traites Hiaill
Passenger steamer service suspended over East West route
Melbourne report notes that a passenger steamer, prisa, is affected by a communication breakdown between Western Australia and the set. States announce their East West service will have on board crews replaced, impacting transit timelines and schedules.
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Weilwvsitay
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Western Australis
Sete
Orb
Pirhe suts meet to assist coal-mining assoc members
Members of the Pirhe sut-trained wt Wo Federated Enginedrivers and Piremon's Anunciation plan a meeting at HKc ALW.U. Hall Ellen Street to discuss rewards and cooperation for association members in the coal mining industry.
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U. Hall
Ellen Street
Ly Linens
Sydney Disputes Committee Holds 48 Hour Week Talks
In Sydney the Trades Hall Disputes Committee heard employers refuse the 48 hour week while noting negotiations should continue. Newcastle Steel Works delegates presented their case as engineers fitters and welders were paid off for refusing the 48 hour week. Cabinet may consider the 44 hour week when Premier Lang returns next week. Acting Premier Dr P F Loughlin departs for the country tonight.
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W . Ot
Jack Garden
Ttn
Garden
Newcastle
Blackentie
J.T. Lang
P. F. Loughlin
Black Treachery in Seamen's Union Sparks Adelaide Debate
Adelaide reports a heated Seamen's Union dispute as officials Walsh Raeburn and Husgack face questions of expulsion. Secretary A C Woodsford claims legal opinions show no removal, while branches in SA and WA demand action. Plans include registration, a plebiscite, and a general election for officials.
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Sydney
Miom
Express
Carleigh murder trial resumes in Melbourne court
The Melbourne murder trial of Dr MacGillicuddy and Surat Hudson continued on Wednesday. Charged with murdering Mrs Taw, the defense opened its case with an indication that the accused may be innocent. Proceedings proceeded with witness testimony and examination.
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