Letters on tramway strike echo in university circles
A Melbourne style dispute over tramway workers strike draws letters from readers and university students. H J Jensen from Sydney condemns scab employment and party politics, urging justice and loyalty to workers and public servants. He warns against aiding the strike by breaking solidarity and criticizes calls for workplace betrayal.
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Tramway
Croucher
Stite
Agsahnet Imjuathee
Justles
Ig & Wretched
Wale
Johnson
Weizens
Messrs
Wade
Jolson
Kneeshaw
Gramway
Engineering
Eceb
Olly Boys
Melbourne University
H. J. Jensen
Sydney
Lawton Pledges Stand in Powerhouse Strike Clash
A packed meeting hears Mr Lawton claim the power driving cars will shrink even as more cars run. He denies reports the strike is off, warns against press misinformation, and urges unity among wharf and tramway workers as labor caucus decisions loom.
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Ir. Lawton
Whearat
Mr. Weare
Eck
Marine Institute of Engineers
Lawton
Tle
Ony Society
Sosl-Bompora
Mr. Lawton
Olling
Bawtee
Labor
Mlr
Tramway Union
Tesh
Epecia
Secon
Lawten
Hectic tramway strike tales and depot rivalries flare
Readers glimpse a chaotic scene of tram depots, bricky banter, and a mass gathering of brigades. Old friendships rekindled amid tensions as blacklegs face public ire. A satirical note on wages, seals, and a bold night ride punctuate the uproar.
Local turmoils in labor disputes spark political intrigue
Fragmentary report depicts George Haver, alias Gounge Latehour, accused of drunkenness and obscene language in Manly. Police records reveal his confrontational stance as a blackleg conductor amid a strike, with critics labeling him a symbol of principle and provocation in a tense era of employer and worker tensions.
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Johnson-lineeahew
Georges Haver
Gounge Latehour
Haver
Hauer
Manly
Police
Careuthers
Arthur
North Sydney
Damtengera
Seen Through a Microscope of Mayhem and Mob Chaos
A chaotic street scene unfolds as a strike spawns a mob and violence near a city transit area. An injured soldier, a bomb threat, and a tense police response punctuate the public uproar. Witnesses describe a crowded, frenzied atmosphere with cars halted and cries echoing along the avenue.
Crowd roars through Kilow street cave chase after pimp with mob
A chaotic scene unfolds as a shouting crowd runs mobs through Kilow Street in pursuit of a man accused of pimping. A speaker named Henry Lawton and Andre Kelly rally the crowd at a lengthy public gathering, while tensions flare amid protests and the Dorm’s record event.
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Henry Lawton
Andre Kelly
Lawton
Striking Trammen Struggle Dominates Public Debate
A fragmented reprint reflects union tensions and public reactions to a tramway strike. It references workers, leaders, and political figures, noting calls for fair treatment, prosecutions, and community support, with vivid but uneven commentary on responsibilities and outcomes amid ongoing disruption.
Publican Jack Praised for Efforts by Rozelle Urport
The article notes strong backing for Publican Jack among the Rozelle Urpot, praising his efforts on their behalf despite earlier misgivings. It mentions the public fare issue and respect shown by ardent supporters, with a nod to the genial Jack Carer on Broadway.
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Rozelle Urpot
Fragmentary incident at Bridge and Phillip corner
Partial report describes a Sunday morning event where a man named Nari was placed in a motor car at a Bridge and Phillip corner. Veranda occupants shouted insults, and Kneeshaw reacted to the rebuke heard by all, with a taunt directed at kneeshaw.
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Phillip
Aeetees
Alana
Kuseshaw
Jean
Kneeshaw
Scab Strikers At Trades Hall Reported Members
At Trades Hall yesterday the meeting named several depot officers and workers involved in the strike. Ed ward Seery Thomas Hosche and Thomas of Newtown depot W min and Seons Seewry of the Waverley depot were noted for their roles. Other remarks pointed to ongoing tensions regarding protest actions.
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Edward Sees ‘Erey
Thomas Hosche
Thormsa
Newtown
W. Min
Seons Seewry
Waverley
All Maoris to Meet New South Wales Team Again
Vague OCR fragment notes a match between All Maoris and New South Wales at the Agricultural Ground. Details unclear. No dates or scores readable.
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Mons
All Moors
New South Wales
Union Football Farewell and Greeting
At the Town Hall on Friday next the Australian Union football team for Britain will be tendered a farewell and the visiting Union leather Kickers from Fogland will be accorded a public welcome. A good night's entertainment arranged. For particulars see our advertising columns.
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Britain
Kickers
Fogland
Hordern Brothers Offer Unbeatable Spring Goods
The Hordern Brothers of Pitt Street tout a superior Spring Taking stock designed to appeal to residents and visitors during the American visit. From now until spring’s end, they claim you won’t beat Hordern’s in Pitt Street by much.
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Pitt-street
Hordern’s
Pitt-strest Oy
Labor meeting amid union strike talks at Centenary Court
The gathering reviewed proposals from Premier Wada and Labour leaders regarding Croucher’s mainstay and James’ tribunal under the Industria Disputes Act. A wider conference with Labor Party members and union officials followed at Trade Hall with no decision announced yet, as strikers prepare for a ten o'clock main meeting.
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Wis
Wada
Mand
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James
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Labor Party
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Sydney Labor Council
Liwon
Notes and News in a Nutshell from Rosehill and Moorefield
Robbery today. Rosehill on Saturday. Moorefield will follow on Monday. S Howle engaged to ride Outcast In the Australian Steeplechase. Mrr. Richard Teese nominated for Heat on the AJC committee. Victoria Park to commence a double barrier preracmme on Monday. If Niram improves in his jumping he may be dangerous at Rosehill Saturday. Mira the Matolo mare troubled by turf career issues. Florine unlucky at Rosehill may carry weight in the High Weight Handicap next Saturday. Ifter Bee could regain form to win a welter at Rendall, Rydalmere Mile looks good for Saturday. Astron to run at Rosehill and Moorefield. Graft Gay Hampton performing well in the country. Qiwiclan and Hee in strong form in the Northern districts. Rosehill Trial takes horses to Newcastle. Brennan’s cast-off could perform well if Abandoned runs. Mebourn Aquille leaves for G.G. Stead’s Talhurst sale. Mooobel worked steadily. possible for Hose eees at similar races. Malyara, fast lady, expected at Moorefield next Monday. Trackery EB Turner sowed Simounis in pony races at Fiteroy. Deromie Zealand due to arrive in Melbourne en route from Ringland to Meckland. Auckland chaser Piarre noted after CJC National meeting.
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Moorefield
S. Howle
Mrr
Richard Teese
A.J.C
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Niram
Mira
Florine
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Efts
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Fiteroy
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Zealand
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