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Newspaper
Sydney Evening News
Location
Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Jun 24, 1920
Page
1
In a tense night across Londonderry a barricade conflict erupted near Columba College with volleys of rifles and flying missiles. Unionists and nationalist volunteers erected guard barriers while troops moved to keep civilians safe as night violence surged near public houses and surrounding districts.
Capetown June 22 The Premier announced the appointment of Amber of Commangit as Governor General of the Union of South Africa Prince Arthur Fremantle Patire Albert and the Duke at Con OOUEL attended the ceremony. Arthur served in France in World War I and was related to King George through Princess Ajemsedra.
Advices from Berlin note disturbances in Ome orvet Bretfel and Frankfort as mobs upset by inflated costs protested. Officials say rioting followed price hikes and the unrest involved numerous shops and markets.
Officials report a possible butter shortage this summer due to supply constraints. The Dairy Produce Committee will release winter pool quantities to maintain public supply, with July and August expected to be most acute. Imports from New Zealand may supplement domestic production to cover demand.
Police report a child died at Batmain Cottage Hospital from burns after playing with matches at Parrett Street, Ralais. The child reportedly struck a match, clothing caught fire, and nearby residents aided before admission to hospital. medical staff described the injuries as severe.
Fragmentary report outlines confusion over party lines in London amid debates that may affect coalition prospects. Text references Democrats and a possible split with the Peep Party, noting tensions and unclear leadership as the scene shifts ahead of potential alignments.
A garbled report from CAPETOWS describes a government response to a wheat shortfall in Australia. Officials discuss import steps and price measures while considering emergency actions and parliamentary questions. References to ministers, commissions, and a possible cap on exports appear amid uncertain details.
Fragmentary OCR notes describe a violent death by self harm with garbled names and locations. Core elements include a death by own action and scattered references to individuals and places, but specifics are illegible.
Fragmentary text mentions M Mirwtal Minister of Finance and reparations, with garbled references to debts and payments. Unable to determine coherent events, places, or outcomes from the readable lines.
A garbled dispatch from London reports on Soviet rubble and a Stockholm telegram concerningMire Spowdem wife of Julius Moreen showing the era of Soviet news coverage. The text is heavily garbled but mentions political figures and wartime topics, reflecting a wartime press bureau style.
A large electric crane toppled wires and flooded the Fremont area this morning. Authorities and the Anstice Electric Center investigated the scene near the Scasdard Way and Hercules, listing a series of names and agencies involved in containment and safety checks. The incident disrupted power to several blocks as teams worked to restore service and assess damage. The exact cause remained under review.
A prolonged inquiry into royal affairs faced a pause as the attorney general and key officials debated the next legal steps. The commission’s urgent focus shifted to procedural matters and potential appeals, with observers awaiting clarity on timing and scope.
A damaged OCR fragment mentions a royal train and trolley line with scattered phrases about people, places, and events. Readable names are sparse but suggest a historical transport or station context amid widespread garbled text. The fragment hints at a public notice or report but lacks clear facts.
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