Willis Lang £20,000 slander suit heard in Sydney
Plaintiff Willis accuses John Lang of slander over remarks linked to Labor Daily coverage. Willis testified about hostility stemming from his agent general post and a mortgage related to the Labor Daily. The case, tied to Bulli election ambitions, was adjourned.
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Sydney
Charles Willis
John Thomas Lang
Willis
London
Lang
Pisinoff
Labor Daily
England
Bulli
Radford Sued by Daly Over Alleged Slander
Adelaide report states Sen Daly alleges slander and a writ was issued today out of the Supreme Court by Messrs Rollison against Mr A J Radford. The action centers on alleged defamatory statements. The case seeks remedy for personal and political reputational damage.
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Adelaide
Supreme
Messrs
Rollison
Insurance claim over loss of diamonds in Melbourne case
In the Third Civil Court a case over insurance valued at £11,009 for diamonds robbed near Ballarat on August 17 1932 was heard. Plaintiff Lewis and Herbert Ogilvie seek Francis Wimbush as underwriter to share the policy sums. Lewis described an armed robbery and motorcycle escape. Wimbush denied liability.
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Melbourne
Bacchus March
Lewis
Herbert Percy Ogilvie
Francis Wimbush
Ballarat
Wimbush
London Metal Prices Edge Up Amid Record Gold Peak
London open market shows fine gold at £6 13/9 an ounce, rising from prior day to a record. Australian Mines and Metals Association reports London Metal Exchange quotes across copper lead tin zinc silver alloys with mixed gains and losses, including copper three-month £34 15/74 and tin spot £246 41/3 per ton. A remark on life notes two heaps of sorrow and happiness, suggesting small acts move the world.
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Adelaide
London
London Metal Exchange
Australian Mines and Metals Association
Not Dying But Little Sick Presbyterians Face South Australia Crisis
The Presbyterian Church Assembly examined reports that South Australia’s church was in poor shape. W F Shannon of South Australia denied dying reports but called it slightly sick. Three options were considered: absorb the South Australian church into Victoria, unite with other denominations in SA, or strengthen efforts. Rev Norman Milard noted Presbyterian share fell from 8.9 to 4.9 percent between 1861 and 1921 as suburbs expanded. Home Mission should staff and organize SA pulpits.
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Melbourne
Presbyterian Church Assembly
Presbyterian Church In
South Australia
Home Mission
Quorn Rail Strike Fears Spread to State Services
News from Quorn reports a widening railway strike over visual labor with fears it could spread to interstate trains. The Railways Commissioner in Melbourne refused negotiation until workers resume. Seven trains are halted at Quorn and about 350 workers affected, with potential far-reaching effects on livestock transport and regional trade.
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Quorn
Melbourne
G. A. Gahan
Commonwealth Railways
M. J. Murphy
Australian Workers’ Union
A.W.U
Railways Department
Alice Springs
Federated Locomotive Enginemen and Firemen’s Union
Marree
Union Oficers
Port Augusta
Weather report totals for yesterday and day progress
Yesterday’s high reached 66.5 degrees while the 24 hour minimum ended at 46.8 at 8.30 a.m. and rose to 56.1 by 5.30 p.m.
Defence study in Melbourne to send two officers to Imperial College
On Thursday Sir George Pearce announced that two Defence Department officers will attend the Imperial Defence College in London for a year. PB B Coleman, Air Board secretary, is selected, with a Royal Australian Navy lieutenant commander as the second candidate. final choice awaits naval examinations.
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Melbourne
George Pearce
Australian Cricket Board Meets in Sydney
The Australian Cricket Board of Control sat from early morning until near midnight with secretary W H Jeanes reporting no major decisions. It surprised observers as controversial topics like player writers and bodyline bowling were expected to be discussed. the itinerary for the English tour was announced but a definite team decision had not arisen. R A Oxlade became chairman after Dr Robertson. W Bull was reappointed honorary treasurer.
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Sydney
Australian Cricket Board of Control
W. H. Jeanes
England
Jeanes
Marylebone Cricket Club
R.A. Oxlade
Robertson
Bull
Child killed and mother wounded in Paeroa case
A five year old boy, Barry Busby, was found fatally wounded at his home in Paeroa after an axe and scissors attack. His mother Daisy Busby was found with a cut throat but expected to recover and has been arrested. The incident occurred on a Thursday in Wellington reporting.
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Wellington
Barry Busby
St Paeroa
Daisy Busby
Judge Paine Backed for Farmers Relief Board Chair
Premier R L Butler defended Judge Paine amid Wheatgrowers Federation criticism at their conference. Butler cited Paine’s judicial experience in insolvency and debt adjustment as grounds for his suitability and noted broad confidence across parties.
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Adelaide
Paine
R. L. Butler
Wheatgrowers’ Federation
Judge Paine
Deadlock in rail strike at Quorn stalls cargo flow
In Quorn a deadlock with union reps over casual labor leaves two casual workers replaced by temporary staff on offer but rejected as the third worker must be kept. A standstill blocks fight trains for the Far North and hampers trucked goods. Officials warn shortages if the strike continues.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Quorn
Artlett
Commonwealth Railways
Railways
Gahan Heads to Quorn Over Alice Springs Rail Trouble
Mr Gahan Commonwealth Railways Commissioner left this afternoon for Quorn to inspect the disturbance on the Alice Springs line. The complaint by employees focused on three casuals, while stock teams were delayed as regular guards refused to sign them. The minister explained the service was too irregular to hire only permanent staff, and the dispute arose over preference for casual workers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sioner
Alice Springs
Mail van ransacked on Brisbane to Townsville route
A baggage and mail van travelling from Brisbane to Townsville was robbed early today. Twenty one mailbags were ripped open and mail scattered inside the van. Three bags contained registered matter.
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Brisbane
Townsville
Bruce Named High Commissioner to Britain by Prime Minister
Prime Minister announced the government will appoint Mr. S. M. Bruce as High Commissioner in Britain after he resigns from Parliament for Flinders. Bruce will return to Australia briefly to renew local contact. Lyons noted the arrangement kept ministers collectively responsible and praised Bruce's London work on overseas loans and relief from interest burdens.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Melbourne
Lyons
S. M. Bruce
Britain
Bruce
Flinders, Wate
Australia
London
Great Mistake Bulk Handling Opposed by Merchant
W J Hill, veteran in the grain trade, told the Public Works Committee bulk handling of wheat on broad gauge lines with Port Adelaide and Wallaroo terminals would be a mistake for South Australia. He argued most wheat here goes to ships rather than rail, contrasting with other states. He warned against altering current trading methods.
Lost Cause League Five-Year Parliaments Bill Debate
In the Legislative Council this afternoon Mr Anderson (Ind) opposed the Lost Cause League five year parliament bill noting Liberal and Country League candidates had not followed Premier Butler on the Kapunda election speech. Mr Mowbray also opposed and favored a referendum amendment. The text includes quotes from Canon Farrar about silent acts of kindness.
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Mr. Mowbray
Travelers and locals frequent Pirie hotels in busy notes
Mr Hr W Kerr stays at Federal Hotel while Mr P Baker of South Australia Limited Tobacco Company rests at Barrier Hill Pirie. Mr M A Kranz of Julius Gona and Mr J Worboys, after visits to Royal Exchange Hotel, depart Pirie. Miss Brenda Fewster vacations in Pirie. Probate sworn for Edward William Knox, former Colonial Shearing Company GM, at 86, with allowance not over 4293.70. Barrier Hotel hosts Queen of Sports meeting for Gala Week.
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FP. Baker
Tobacco Company
T South Australia, Limited
Barrier Heel
Pirie
M.A. Kranz
Julus Gona
Lof Pirie
Harrier Hotel
K. Thompson
Barrier Hotel
Mechanical Lupis
Royal
New South Wales
Lnte
Edward William Knox
Colonial Shear Refeing Company
Taft
Ma. C. Hackett
Queen of Sports
UCP Executive Demand in Melbourne Court Move
Thirdly most United Country Party members are not perturbed by a demand of the central executive that UCP Ministers withdraw from the Ministry. This is a matter which the Parliamentary Party alone can decide, and such action is likely if assurances are obtained that the Government will bring forward important rural legislation.
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Melbourne
United Country Party
Tat U.C.P
Tn Pare
Georgetown Premiera match features appointed umpire L P Sandery
A Northern Areas football event at Georgetown tomorrow will draw Maitlin enthusiasts as the Valley Association tour unfolds. Mr L P Sandery of Post Pirie has been appointed to umpire the match.
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George— Town
Asamatinnan
Melbourne Royal Show opens with record exhibits
Melbourne opens its Royal Show in fine weather with a record 42142 exhibits. The society spent £30000 improving grounds and buildings. Keen competition marks district displays, featuring Mai doraa, a Panorama of varied industries, and new motor car novelties including an American ferraplane and an Australian Buckingham car. Government woollen pavilion highlights and wheat breeding techniques attract farmers.
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Melbourne
Melbourne Royal Show
Maidura
Owo
Footscray
Prests Limited Huge Stock of Summer Wear
Prest s Limited advertises a large summer stock including striped blazers from 22/6 to 29/6, new flannel trousers with belts, Gripu flannel trousers in all sizes, Kanebo silk shirts in various styles, tennis shoes, crepe sales, and Fuji silk sports shirts with zip fronts.
Wonderful Summer Frocks and Fabrics Parade in Drapery
A vivid display of summer goods features smart dresses, millinery, Kayser underwear, and dress materials. The Floral Organ die, Crinkled Organdie, Plain and Floral Voiles, Pique Voiles, Anti-Crease Voiles, and other leading lines are showcased in a new season showing.
At the Habby Counter New Hosiery Stock Arrives
All new stocks of hosiery gloves hand bags perfumes powders and related items now in stock at the habby counter highlighting fresh arrivals for shoppers seeking new accessories and personal care goods.
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Willis—Lang
Alexander Joseph
Macford
J.P
Sues
Ce Ae
Lor
MR. A. J. Radford
Sen. Daly
Sen. J. J. Daly
Courtesy
Emerson
Metal Markets
Presbyterian Church
General Assembly
Cricket Board
W. He Deanes
The
Cricket Board of Control
MR. Gahan
Commonwealth
A. Gahan
Commission, of
Commomgralih Railways
Goethe
MR. Anderson
Farrar
Hr. W. Kerr
Federal Hotel
H. P. Standen and
Child
Central Hotel
A. A. Hill
He Hare
A. Tames
Fl. Reid
Adelaide Bottle Co-operative Company, Limited
Royal Terhange Hoyer
J. Worboys
Royal Evehane Hotel
Wirte
H. Western
Department of Lands
Royal Exchaner Hotel
Wortman
South Australian Railways
Royal Exchange Hotel
Brenda Fewster
Peter’ Wrough
UCP
Georgetown
Mae
Prests Limited
Kanebo
Manchester
At Prests Limited
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