Explosion at Saint Elena fortress kills twenty two in Italy
Reuters reports twenty two people dead and many injured after an explosion at a powder magazine inside Saint Elena fortress near Savona Italy. The surrounding countryside was wrecked with homes and a church destroyed and Bergeggio town hall wiped out. The fortress vanished and the newspaper Messagero cites a terrorist plot as the suspected cause.
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Reuter
Rome
Saint Elena
Savona
Bergeggic
Messagero
Prices of Metals in Melbourne Market Report
Prices of the lead group cabled to the Metals Exchange yesterday show speltter at 2 1/8 pence, 176 two sixpence for foreign lead, silver standard at 4/4 with 3-84 rise, and miscellaneous values for other metals, including a 26 2/6 tall rate.
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Melbourne
Two Girls Murdered Youth Confesses to Crime in London
A youth named Harold Jones confessed to luring and murdering a young girl at Abertillery and admitted a previous killing for which he was charged but acquitted. The report notes his stated intent to kill another young girl. The details align with a sensational case reported from London on Thursday.
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London
Harold Jones
Abertillery
Pacific naval bases debated at Imperial Conference
In Thursday questions in the House of Commons Avkel pressed if the Imperial Conference agreed on creating extended or new naval bases in the Pacific. The Premier said the Admiralty had decided to modernise bases abroad including some in the Parishc forEmpire defence, with the Conference concurring, but no government planned a funding request this year.
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Avkel
House of Commons
Pacific
Admiralty
Imperial Conference
Irish Crisis Bustling At Downing Street Conference
London reports show government delegates and Sinn Fein not meeting fully amid Irish talks. Forty Coalition Unionists sign a censure resolution opposing negotiations with Southern Ireland delegates. Parliament supervision required for any settlement and subsequent act. Irish leaders prepared for parliamentary attendance in the ongoing conference discussions.
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Reuter
London
Lloyd George
Moadey
House
Treland
Tesh
Great Britain and Ireland
Ireland
Premier presses unity as Sinn Fein tensions rise in Commons
The Premier urged unity in the House of Commons during an afternoon session inviting discussion on the Anglo Irish Conference set for Monday. Opposition voices cheered and pressed frequent questions about Sinn Fein influence and the truce while officials described resumed peace training and dispersal of Sinn Fein courts under the truce terms.
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House of Commons
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Parian Nteru
Reuter
London
Huse of Commons
Mer Linyd George
Willer
Sinn Fein
Ireland
Hamar Greanwood
Sir Hamer
Fila Majesty
Iris Republican
Representationn T5
Winn Fein
Fate of Karl DANGEROUS COMPLICATION MSES wers aETWeEn Cirrus envente Amp
London dispatch reports ex King Karl’s fate as viewed in Prague where the Hungarian Regent-Presidente says the constitution forbids surrender to the Allies or the Little Entente. The Entente presses for delivery within four hours with disarmament guarantees and indemnity costs. French circles discuss exile to St Helena while trials for key supporters proceed.
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Little Entente Demands Hungary Surrender Karai and Costs
The Times reports Hinhipest correspondent that the Little Entente has issued an ultimatum to Hungary demanding surrender of Karai and payment of mobilization costs. Hungarians react with anger, deeming the demand unjust and provocative, fearing it aims to destroy Hungary. The piece notes World Powers should weigh risks of self isolation and Hungary’s status as a European state.
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Karl
Vienna Vienna Prague Belgrade report on Hungary invasion
A Times correspondent from Vienna cites Belgrade and Prague sources, suggesting Hungary faces invasion within the week. Diplomatic circles say the ultimatum has not yet been delivered to Budapest, with no certainty about events before tomorrow.
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Belgrade
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Ubelent Sems
Hungary
Budapont
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To-Worrow
Emperors Plan Interment Gunboat Burial
A distorted report notes a proposed plan involving ex Emperor Karl and a British gunboat linked to a potential burial. The item hints at a conference and interment location, with uncertainty about timing and place.
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United Service
London
UN Aibassadors
Karl
Galate
Federal Country and Party Debate on Mr Hay Departure
In Dublin discussions, factions weigh whether Mr Hay will leave as questions swirl over leadership and future of the party. Sir Hamar Greenwood notes a £4,000,000 compensation claim, but doubts payments will reach many locals, as Sinn Fein resumes control in southern Ireland and suspends special local rates.
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MR. Hay
Melbylpne
Wriday
Barly
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Hay
Dublney
Hamar Greenwood
Ireland
Slan Fein
Labor Party and Cabinet Face Censure Vote Split in House
The Times reports a Labor Party push against a government vote of censure amid a split in Unionist ranks. Observers see the move as signaling possible Independent Conservative realignment. Lord Bilhead replaces Austen Chamberlain to appease Ulster concerns at the Irish conference.
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Times
London
Lats
House of Commons
Irish Conference
Lord Bilhead
Austen Chamberlain
Ulster
Labor Party
France to explain security aims at Washington Conference
France must defend its existence and uphold justice while seeking arms reduction. The French delegates will explain concerns over security and the burdens of the earth, stressing that long Rhine occupation is unlikely and that guarantees for occupation should be limited.
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Pease
Prones
France
Rhine
Japan's Admiral Kato Seeks Naval Cuts at Washington
Vancouver report says Admiral Kato of Japan arrives for the Disarmament Conference and declares Japan ready to cut its navy if powers reach understanding in Washington. He defends Japan's naval program and argues arms limitation is key, warning of possible unilateral action if accord fails.
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Vancouver
Admiral Kato
Japan
Washington
Japan Informs on Disarmament Talks Ahead of Conference
Washington reports state department officials satisfied with Japanese statements on disarmament. American sources say expressions lessen fears of broad talks beyond the agenda. Washington plans to keep discussions within outlined scope to pave a clear path for conference. Hebrew appeals for racial equality and religious freedom not to be raised at the conference. Admiral Beatty in New York downplays chances of a sharp clash between British and US delegates, noting hopefulness in England.
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United Service
Washington
State Department
Heater
New York
Admiral Beatty
United States
England
Silesian Settlement Accepted by Germany Under Pressure
Paris reports Germany sends note to Ambassadors Conference agreeing to appoint delegates for the Silesian settlement. The note says the decision is unjust and a breach of the peace treaty, arguing Allies were not asked to refer the matter to the League of Nations.
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Reuter
Paris
League of Nations
Reichstag backs new cabinet vote in Berlin report
Reuters report from Berlin notes the Reichstag passed a vote of confidence in the new cabinet by 240 to 132 amid protests over the Silesia division. Budget speech cites revenue of £2,946,450 for the year ending June and outlay of £2,299,408.
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Reuter
London
Berlin
Reichstag
Silesia
Sir Eliot Lewis
Farmers' Union declares a wheat pool for 1921 22 crop
L J Mopar, manager of the Pirie Orange of the South Australian Farmers Union, reports success in arranging a voluntary pool for wheat sale and delivery. Federal Government may guarantee 3s per bushel, with pools to be run in South Australia and likely in Victoria, Western Australia and New South Wales. Farmers may receive proceeds after pool expenses.
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Pirle Orance
South Australian Farmers’ Union
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Union
South Australia
Farmers' Union
Victoria
Western Australia
New South Wales
Farmers’ Union
Wheat pool negotiations delay quotations for wheat
In Pirie yesterday several inquiries sought wheat quotes but no decision was reached as a national pool negotiates. Harvesting is under way in the Telowia district where a disappointed grower expected a 15 shilling return per bushel. In parliament Mr Hughes moved to approve advances for the proposed pool while others warned of unfair competition and speculative losses.
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Or Telowia
Melbourne
Hughes
House of Fe
Bendigo
Ukey
Chariton
South Amlendia
Commonwealth
Messrs. Parker Molomey
Gabo
Peterborough Council Debates Children's Playground and Park Upgrades
At a Wednesday meeting the Peterborough Council discussed improving parklands with a children's playground in Jubilee Park and possible cricketing facilities. Members urged better recreational amenities, inspection by the Works committee, and gathering details from Adelaide before reporting back.
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Peterborough
Anieu Puitry
Castwick
Fio
Victoria
Chadwick
Dion
Melbourne
Jubilee Park
Muller
Adelaide
Phillips
Williamson
Works Committee
Plague Conference Slip Emphasized By Parliament
In Melbourne on Friday Mr Hughes told Mr Lambertigh that the States show no wish for a conference of guaranting officials on bubonic plague. The Commonwealth Health Department has strong plague control experience and is valued by some States, though no definite meeting was indicated.
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Melbourne
Hughes
Lambertigh
House of Representatives
Commonwealth Health
Status of Egypt Delegation Talks With UN
Reports from Sunpun indicate Egypt's delegation has clarified the situation after discussions with the UN, but no draft extension to the alliance is ready. Officials warn that while talks progress, a permanent treaty may not be signed in the near future.
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Sunpun
Yue
Fate of British currency in India remains steady
Reuters Service from Calcutta reports the rupee exchange values holding steady with Bombay rates listed as 4/6 for the rupee and 4/4 8-8 in payments, including a payment of £ 737-46.
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Reuter
Calcutta
India
American Railway Dispute Forces Unions to End Strike
Unions including trainmen conductors and engineers resolved to cancel the planned strike after government arbitration threatened to back railway operators with federal support to avert traffic disruption. The move aims to avoid a nationwide stoppage as public and government positions align against the strike.
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Ralomen
Lmen
Sui U
Unlana
Railway Lavor
Strate Untion
Paes
Debts and Reparations Debate Prompt New US Interest
War debts cancellation favored in United States official circles. German reparations issue to be reconsidered and adjusted. Constable J D Stewart assigned from Piro to Taide and will depart for the capital Monday.
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London
United States
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Piro
Taide
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