Railway accident near Port Augusta halts trans Australian tour
Adelaide Friday Mr N G Bell Commissioner of Commonwealth Railways and branch heads were returning from an annual inspection when an axle broke 1.5 miles from Port Augusta at 1.46 am. The coach left the rails traveling 30 mph but stopped quickly. Officers were reassigned, coast safe with minor damage to permanent way and a 50 minute delay. Prompt staff action likely prevented a serious derailment.
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Adelaide
NG. Bell
Mmorwealth Railways
trans-Australian Railway
Port Augusta
Melbourne notes 20 000 fraud plot investigated in Sydney
Report from Sydney notes a plan to destroy 20 000 pounds in Red notes tied to a federal government fraud plot. Treasury Secretary Col ana and a Jim Note Issue Board member confirmed the Labor Daily story of the robbery but said the outcome cannot yet be determined. No motive or antagonist details available.
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Melbourne
Sydney
Colana
Treasury
Jim Note
Labor Daily
Bio Nnd
Anynilius
Lie Amigunt
Victorian Nationalists Plot Offensives in State Election
Victoria party leaders vow to oppose Liberal-friendly neighbors and attack Labor strongholds. The campaign aims for a hard but clean election, with Dr Wig and M Bruce arranging a pact that Country Party members fear may fracture the coalition under Charlton’s leadership.
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Melbourne
Tar
Methodist Anniversary Service At Solomontown Church
Lily announces an anniversary gathering at Solomontown Methodist Church tomorrow with three services. Rev A J Davis leads the morning at the Central Mission. J A Andrews conducts afternoon and evening full choral services with a large Crystal Brook based choir and visiting participants.
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Lily
Solomontows Methodist Church
A. J. Davis
Costral Mission
J. A. Andrews
Eva Johnson
Johnson
Tucker
Roberts
Crystal Brook
Adequate Defence Fails to Spare Neal in Murder Trial
Adelaide criminal court heard a passionate defense for Bert Stapleton Neal charged with fatally stabbing Hida Beryl Jones. KC F Villeneuve Smith argued insanity, contending Neal was not responsible for his acts, while detailing mental affliction from birth and urging jury to find not guilty by reason of insanity. The courtroom overflowed as prosecutors presented the case, with sympathy for the victim and family emphasis shaping the emotional context.
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Adelaide
Finny
F. Villeneuve Smith, KC
Bert Stapleton Neal
Hida Beryl Jones
Smith
Neal
Milhouse
Tilda Jones
Vic Jory
Néal
Flys
Ni Yessterday
Fire on steamer at Fremantle threatens cargo
Fire aboard the steamer Baselino near Fremantle on Tuesday forced return from South Africa voyage. Hatch access was blocked, fire float deployed, and crew worked hulls to salvage cargo. Smoke and heat hindered efforts. incidents tied to cargo origin and prior fires aboard related vessels. Captain Pearson reported severe danger and cooling measures.
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Fremantle
Premantle
South Africa
Harbor Trust
Chadwick
Brisbane
Queensland
Singapore
Pearson
Mastercat
Vesol
Mrp Wenn
Hycome
Gith
Thien Sno
Rum Running Allegations At Australian Pres Association
Washington Thursday Mr Meane reappeared before the Linughurty Committee and alleged that enforcement of prohibition would be easy if big interests did not seek to promote permits and encourage smuggling and bootlegging. He said a New York bootlegger paid profits to the Republican National Committee via Mellon linked banks. He named Chatham Phoenix Bank and several banks in which Mellon was invested as key movers. He claimed top officials resisted prosecution.
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Washington
Meane
Jessmuth
Mellon
New York
Republican National Committee
Bankry
New York Chatham Phognix Bank
Meon
Jewellery Shop Robbed in Bourke-road Hawthorn
Melbourne police report a man smashed the window of H J Jones Jeweller in Bourke-road Upper Hawthorn tonight and escaped with a quantity of valuable jewellery.
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Melbourne
H. J. Jones
Bourke-road
Upper Hawthorn
Outback Reunion Sparks Old Friendship Tale
A fragmentary reminiscence describes a long friendship rekindled in the Outback. A casual invitation leads to a glimpse of a friend presenting memorable mint treats and a cupboard reveal. The sparse dialogue suggests warmth, camaraderie, and shared history among mates.
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Outback
Conan Doyle Story in Spirit Rappings at London House
London report on a Daily Express piece by Sir Conan Doyle recounting an old Piccadilly house séance with Rev. Vale Owen and others. A bearded elderly figure communicated via table tilting and a letter word puzzle, claiming artists vow to serve nations, urging Russia and Britain friendship yet warning of war. Doyle questions persist but others claim contact with a real entity.
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Australia
London
Daily Express
Conan Boyle
Clen
Piccadilly Circus
Conand Doyle
Vale Owen
Russia
Britain
Conan Poste
Gowan Doyle
Sigs
Tam
The Light That Failed at Austral and Alhumba Theatres
A Kipling adaptation screens tonight moving from artists studios to desert battlefields. The drama promises deep emotion and high action and is hailed as one of the year’s best. Also this week Crystal Brook and Port Pirie host the 40 reel Merry Go Hound on successive nights.
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Austral
Alhumba
Rudyurt Kipling
London
Crystal Brook
Port Pirie
CAPTAIN PRINCE WONDERS SHOWS COME TO PORT PIE
Vanan Prince a renowned Belgian miracle performer will present two shows at the Town Hall Monday and Tuesday with novelties Mile Fontainebleau Queen of Rowers and a troupe of performing monkeys. The Captain’s vaudeville act on a royal circuit, touring Australia, goes on display alongside a radio amusement parlor in the Royal Exchange Hotel building. Jeff Johnson, once a founder of modern dance in Australia, returns from Europe to appear soon.
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Vanan Prince
Port Pie
Mile Fountainebleau
Tee Eeys
Australia
Vhe Radio
Royal Exchange Hotel
Alexander Stret
Jeff Johnson
New Zealand
Continent
Catholic Activities Promotes Charity Ball at Port Pirie
Port Pirie Catholic Church ladies plan a June 25 children's night in the institute hall from 7:30 to 10 with children in plain and fancy dress and adults to follow. Proceeds will aid St John's Convent.
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Port Pirie Catholic Church
St John's Convent
Euchre and Bridge Tournament at St Marks Hall
On Monday a Euchre and Bridge tournament will be held in St Mark's Hall. After play a short concert programme will be presented and the evening will conclude with two dance numbers.
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St. Mark's Hall
Rockefeller Gift To France for Historic Constructions
Paris report says Mr J D Rockefeller informed M Poincare he places one million dollars at the disposal of the Franco American committee for reconstruction of Rheims Cathedral roof restoration of Versailles fountains urgent repairs to Fontainbleau Castle and park.
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Paris
Juba Db. Rockefeller
M. Poincare
Rheims + Cathedral
Palace of Versailles
Fontainbleau Castle
Scottish international defeats Tolley and Wethered in round four
London report on the Amateur Golf Championship at St Andrew s records Denis Kyle overcoming Cyril Tolley and the holder Wethered by three and two to play after the fourth round.
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Reuter
London
St. Andrew
Denis Kyle
Cyril Tolley
Wethered
Unemployment Debate Divides British Parliament Vote of Censure
In London the government with Liberal support faced a Conservative bid to censure over unemployment. Mr Ramsay MacDonald led the Labor line urging job schemes, hydroelectric power, and afforestation while warning ministers faced a failing record. Asquith signaled patience. the motion failed and the House adjourned sine die.
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Reuter
London
Ratsay MacDonald
Shaw
Labor
W. Johnson
Hicks
Tie
Asquith
Robert Hore
Couny
MacDonald
Cising
Robert Horne
Mtn
MacDon W
Baldwin
Voung
Figit
Japanese Protest to America Hits Embassy
Reuters reports a Japanese protest against the immigration exclusion law has reached the Japanese Embassy in Washington on Thursday. The action reflects mounting tensions over U S policy and minority exclusion measures abroad.
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America
Reuter
Washington
Knocked Down Shute Fatality in Launceston
In Launceston on Friday Percy Pit an employee at Woo srowers premises was killed after being struck by a passing motor lorry and sustaining a skull fracture.
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Launceston
Percy Pit
Woo!srowers
Gold Discovery in Adelong District Sparks Local Excitement
A rich gold reef has been discovered in the Adelong district, with coarse gold visible to the naked eye. The find has sparked local excitement as prospectors note promising surface clues and expect further reef development.
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Adelong
Coars
Daylight Robbery at Paddington Revolver Point
Daylight robbery occurred at Paddington when William Starke, a laundry partner, carried £150 from the stall. A gunman seized the bag and fled, pursued by Starke. Police soon arrested a suspect. the bag and part of the money were recovered.
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Dydney
Hrivas
Blace
Paddington
William Starke
Mr. Starke
Mr.Ike
Arbitration Court Award Sets Wages for Actors
President Webb fixed weekly wages in an arbitration ruling for actors and chorus members in the theatrical industry. The acters and chorus were allotted seven pounds for actors and five pounds for chorus with specific notes on female performers and industry credit to home or society.
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Melbolane
Friuass
Federal Arbitration Court
Webb
Wis Honor
Mit
SAILING DELAYED STEAMERS AHEAD OF JUNE SAILINGS
In Sydney on Friday the sailing of steamers was held up as seamen refuse to work temporarily. Although ordered back, preparations will take time. The Katoomba is due to sail June 14 and the Katoola June 2. Seamen are expected to sign on a day prior to sailing.
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Sydney
Katoomba
Katoola
Miners Agree on Wages After Conference
Report from a mining labor conference says a compromise was accepted on miners pay. The deal credits standard wages and assigns 88 percent to miners while owners receive 12 percent. No able bodied miner will earn less than 40 percent of the low best-paid work.
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Ben Jy
Magistrate Suspended in Hobart Over Subordination Allegation
Apple magistrate Mr EW Tart suspended by Attorney General Mr Ogivie for alleged subordination. Full Court reduced bookmaker Mr Turner fine from £100 to £30. Correspondence between Mr Care and Mr Ogivie referenced Tart's suspension.
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Hobart
EW Tart
Ogivie
Turner
Care Nr
Ogtivie Ted
Sawmill Fire Destroys Oakleigh Mills
Melbourne on Friday saw Luxford Bros. sawmills at Oakleigh burn to ashes. The damage is estimated at £6000. Fire crews battled the blaze but the structures were destroyed, with little left standing to salvage.
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Melbourne
Messrs
Luxford Bros
Oakleigh
Fie
Shell explosion at Bucharest destroys arsenal and fires
A spark from a locomotive caused a massive blast at Bucharest on Thursday destroying the arsenal and igniting widespread fires. Twelve thousand large shells stored in a magazine blew up, damaging barracks and a girls school. The royal family and ministers visited the scene amid ongoing shell explosions.
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Bucharest
Wnr
Adelaide land agent lashed for land sale scam abroad
An Adelaide land agent, long operating from Hanldle street, vanished after extensive complaints from about 50 prospective buyers. He allegedly misled clients by promising homes under State Bank supervision while selling blocks repeatedly. Deposits, some as high as £250, were paid as work began, only to learn the deeds belonged to others.
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Adelaide
New
Zeajsyt
Australia
Peleo Vigiance
Inu
Hundle-street
Sydney
Hrorpoot
Edwardstown
Wood Eixtricts
Unwritten Law tale from London wedding day acquittal
In Paris a correspondent reports Maxander Ralkow a member of Wrangel's Army has been acquitted of a crime after defending that he avenged his sister's honor by killing Theodore Moruzef on his wedding day. The case hinges on claims of prior insult and desertion by Moruzef.
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London
Paris
Maxander Ralkow
Phy ieAuMlleey
Thumral Wrangel
Ehol
Compareiat
Theodore Moruzef
Mit Deerhage
Radkowsky
Moruzail
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Edgar L. Kean
Irish Republican Funds
Supreme Court
Eaton de Valera
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British Parliament
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