Endurance Flight Breaks 172Hour Aviation Record
The Fort Worth seaplane crew led by Pilot B. Robbins and assistant James Kelly set a new endurance flight record of 172 hours and 22 minutes, surpassing the previous 150 hour 40 minute mark. They endured a severe electrical storm that damaged a propeller, finishing the flight safely against the backdrop of Texas skies on Sunday.
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United Service
Fonaworth
Texas
Seraplane Fort
Am Army Sereptans
Crowds Rally After Bleeding-edge Aerial Rescue
An immense Sunday crowd of about 20,000 surged to the ropes as pilots and crew endured fatigue from days aloft. The report notes heavy ropes, mud, and a plane with only minor damage, while onlookers and a small family greet the event’s survivors. Renowned figures from Britain and Temple Texas send congratulations as the rescue saga unfolds along the coast.
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Port Wours
Arcet
Kelly
Jong
Lacy Mary
Record says distance speed test flown 3125 miles
Report notes a distance speed record attempt covering 3125 miles in 26 hours by pilots Weiss Gither Sundey and associates Goumeenders and Bel. Details are fragmented but indicate a long endurance flight with demanding routing and timing considerations.
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Pans
Sundey
Weiss
Gither
Goumeenders Fermam
Belrete
Great Altitude Flight Report From Berlin
In Berlin today a high altitude operation involving a UBC team and a Brésien craft was attempted. Details remain sparse as investigators assess the 1000 feat’ event and the mysterious weather and aviation implications.
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Berlin
Filot Ajeudreter
Ford to enforce prohibition in overseas factories
London dispatch reports Henry Ford will rigidly enforce prohibition at all Ford factories outside the United States. Manchester workers react with disbelief noting private life should remain free, while officials claim the policy is clear though some misunderstand it.
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United Service
London
Henryford
United States
Ford
Manchester
Queen Mary Birthday Observed Quietly at Windsor Castle
United Service reports Queen Mary celebrated her birthday with a quiet Windsor Castle gathering. In the afternoon a family luncheon and tea were held on the grounds of Windsor with the Royal Family and Elite present along with other members.
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United Service
London
Windsor Castle
Progemire
Whloh
Opening of the Perth to Adelaide air service prompt
Two Horenos of Perth and City of saul plan for the opening of the air link to Adelaide. The engine tests completed without trouble. City of Perth and City of Adelaide to Kalgoorlie at 10 55 this morning then continue to Par raw for the night.
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Serople
Perth
Arctic expedition talk at Adelaide university lecture
Mr C T Madigan lecturer in geology at Adelaide University spoke about Sir Douglas Mawson’s Discovery expedition to the Arctic. He indicated he might be available to join the party describing the expedition’s planned small size and the likely journey route and timing.
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Adelaide
Monnday
C.T. Madigan
Adelaide University
Austrater
Dougan Mawson
Arctic
Madigan
Sieconi
Ansoy
Jang
Oute
Han
Libel action seeks damages over alleged publication
Melbourne on Monday George Abbott of Pittstrest Sydney filed three Supreme writs against James Alexander Arbuckle Waddelley Ltd and Herald auld Weekly Times Ltd claiming 5000 damages from each for alleged libel. Abbott contends a circular letter to the Southern Union General Insurance Co. circulated by the defendants is the cause, with the Herald article on page 20 headlined Southern Union Insurance Promoter's Move and Remarkable Float.
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Melbourne
George Abbott
Pithstrest
Sydney
Supremel Goeth
James Alexander Arbuckle
Waddelley, Ltd
Mc Sillop Street
Herald-auld’ Weekly Times
Ltd
Flinders “Street
Abbott
Southern Union General Insurance Co
Australasia, Ltd
Board ‘of Directors
Southern Arbuckle Waddell Pty
Times,” Ltd
the Herald
Pss
Southern Union Insurance -Promoter
Seho
Queensland Labor Sees McCormack Resign Leases
In a recent development Queensland Labor reports that McCormack resigned all leases of the Stile Gebor Party. McCormack cited lack of attention as the reason, and Mr Furganr-Stith was appointed to succeed him. The resignation follows internal party tensions and leadership changes.
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Stile Gebor
Furganr-Stith
Ihabte
Lltteattn
The Air Inquiry Resumes at Melbourne
The Melbourne air inquiry resumes amid chaotic testimony and scattered notes. Officers Brinsmead and Anderson describe the party's movements to Kookerhurra, with witnesses recounting landings, rudder checks, and a wartime mission amid confusion and speculation.
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Melbourne
Libel Action Striking Out Words in Kingsford Smith Case
In Sydney on Monday Justice Rogers ordered the striking out of certain words from the declaration in the libel action brought by Squadron Leader Kingsford Smith and Flight Lieutenant Trimble. The judgment concerns the column in Smiths News papers and the assertion of the paper’s allegations.
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Sydney
Justice Rogers
Im Chambers
Kingsford Smith
Town Council Finances Report For Fortnight
The council presented the fortnightly accounts showing balances and payments across General Fund Weeronga Weereonga and Weeradna accounts. It notes overdraft concerns and requests for payments including electric light works and related debts, with balances and credits detailed in local currency.
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Fond
Dadi
Walaive
Pala Sinee
General Fund
Waeraona
Weeroona
Merk
Pilot Jacques Lands One Wheel After Near Disaster
Captain Jacques faced a dangerous emergency as a plane landed on one wheel. Quick-thinking actions and calm handling impressed onlookers and Mr. Forgan, who called him a wonderful airman after witnessing the remarkable landing.
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Jacques
Jani
Strap
Paiter
Ince
Jacques ‘Daske
Mr. Forgan
Martin Place Cenotaph Incident At Central Count
In a case tied to a cenotaph disturbance in Martin Place, the defendant faced charges of disorderly conduct. The defense sought adjournment due to an ongoing university vacation, but the magistrate emphasized that conduct at the cenotaph cannot be tolerated and imposed a fine of £2 with 67 poste. The defendant’s counsel attacked the press over coverage of the incident.
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Belmne
Stefens
Witnassey
Thomas
Tempertey
Gastone
Ara
Martin
Herois
Gatas
Pempartou
Large Fire Threat at Adelaide Music Warehouse
In Adelaide on Monday a basement fire at Cawthorne's Ltd music warehouse on Rundle Street was quickly fought by owner Gus Cawthorne and staff. Prompt action prevented major damage as smoke drew a crowd and flames were subdued with minimal damage though nearby inflammables posed a risk.
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Adelaide
Mondag
Cawthorne's, Ltd
Music Warehouse
Rundle Street
Alam
Gus Cawthorne
Canthera
Severe Earthquake Shock Reported at Perth Observatory
A severe earthquake shock was recorded at Perth Observatory this morning. The quake registered as a long-distance event and appeared severe. Authorities believe the quake originated near Japan.
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Prath
Dronday
Perth Observatory
Japan
Death in Adelaide at coppermine amid unclear details
A fragmentary report from Adelaide references Allan James Aitken aged 31 of Soresnais Drive with involvement of Ramsay Smith and Mae. The text is garbled and unreadable in places, mentioning a death linked to a coppermine and a request about Mero, with stray names such as Led-Ye and Wise a Smart Bada.
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Adelaide
Allan James Aitken
Soresnais
Ramsay Smith
Proner
Mae
Teather
Velloire Airmen Injured in Damaged Telegram
A telegram from Melbourne reports that Capt Trotheatleet wat Puig and Plylis Omeer were injured when their aircraft was struck. One airman sustained lacerations and bruises, another escaped with abrasions and a bruised shoulder. They were placed aboard the steamer Byosle bound for Darwin, with Cap Brule to proceed to Brishiine if needed.
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Melbourne
Momiay
Trotheatleet Wat Puig
Plylis
Omeer
Avi Bean
Willy
Darwin
Moraine
Cap
Plane wrecked near Oniveld Fenerted ty We
Government Resident Officer reports Vikers Vellore wrecked beyond salvage with internal injuries and abrasions. Two men were rescued by the steamer Kyoaie and expected to reach Darwin tomorrow. Brin to remain at Derwhs to bring the fliers to Betsiane.
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Betsiane
Atlanta
Fight for throne in turmoil as Amanullah era ends
Silenced and stylized text reports rapid political upheaval in Kabul with Amanullah's retirement fueling a rebellion led by Sokkan Jominant. Sakkro and Wabul are described as iron-handed figures amid tribally subjugated provinces. Officials and religious leaders face violent reprisals while the public grows weary of the regime.
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London
Amanullah
Ex-King Amenollah Heads to Rome Amid Turmoil
Fragmentary OCR notes claim ex king Amenollah plans to live in Rome for months while political rivals clash over succession in the Calcutta era. Report mentions a fish export dispute and Sabha opposition, with unclear dates and locations.
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Calcutta
Samay
Amenollah
Sotag
Rome
Sekkea
Ghamen
Balushistan
Communists Routed After Aldershot Demonstration
A crowd of about 2,000 soldiers and civilians dispersed a Communist demonstration at Aldershot today. Several communists were injured as authorities intervened and prevented further disorder.
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London
Aldershot
Gaints
SDON PARK RECREATION CLUB NOTES
In parish life the Sdon Park Recreation Club outlines annual plans for the parish hall dance on May 30. Mosats Pelham and Hooper supervise decorations by pink members. A social focus remains strong with committees detailing staffing, fees, and future events for the coming year.
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Risdonitas
Jung
Mosats A. Pelham
T."xrelsohmey
C. Hooper
Surestiou
Ion -woSalurdlay
Méerisena
Fortnightly departmental reports on road and public works
The surveyor notes road repairs in North Ward from Terrace to Lily Street, concrete work on Math Street, kerbing and paths in Ellendale, and screenings and cinders at Memorial Park. West Ward reports repairs on Hevell Street with cinders and cleaned watertables. Salomontovig Ward discusses unemployed relief works and roadway dressings to Harris to Edward Street, plus beach material spreading and culvert work for Mr Smith. Health and sanitation updates cover two scarlet fever cases, one laryngitis case, four births, and notices to emend housing conditions.
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Lily Street
St ‘Ellendale
Memorial
Jenkins
Balmoral Road
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Rod
Harris Ead
Edward Street
Harge
Patna
Privat’ Wort
Mtr. Smith
Federation Aid
Tientushar
Esi
A. Ke Leonard
Salmontown
Tahoe
Mayors and Aldermen Review Stone Tender and Public Works
City committee meeting notes show Tender for 1000 yards of stone accepted at 1 per yard with provisions. council to cover land prospect and maintenance costs. Finance session held May 24 with Aldermen Goode Munro Hee Roshuck Sharpe Nilone Forgan present.
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Gondend Pavlich
Stisrpe
Maloney
Cattié
Cokey
Pwelvn
Buterlsoh
Proyisa
Counel
Tabor
Ald_ Goode
Munro
Hee Roshuck
Sharpe
Condemned Voices in a Clergymen Led Debate
A fragmented report from MELSOURNE on Monday describes clashing views among clergy and academics about reform measures. The piece cites concerns over exploitation of workers and calls for rational policy in industry while noting distress and controversy.
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Pantelate
Woulie
Shamber of Commerce Report In Industrial Conference
Melbourne reports a gloomy industrial conference as the commerce body faces a severe downturn. The piece notes a widespread sense of doubt among business leaders about the sector's near term prospects and the need for coordinated action to stabilize the economy.
Timber dispute summary at Melbourne workers conferenced
Fragmentary report shows ongoing timber dispute in Melbourne with workers seeking further conference. Central Strike Committee indicates no final decision yet as talks continue and potential new meeting is considered.
Arbitration Court in Melbourne Orders Strike Action Pause
In Melbourne the Arbitration Court heard the case of the Mustat Butchers Association and Builders Laborers Union. It addressed a general strike by carpenters and joiners and warned workers to return to duty under existing awards, with a tomorrow continuation expected.
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Mustat Butchers’Association
Sead
Allidavits
Amnperl
Streehin
Ballders
Gaboreys' Union
Masters and Order Associationg
Aleoake
Sheehan
Uaat
Arto
Lukin
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Sielke
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Inge Lukin
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