Australia’s Protection Policy and Labor Party Debate
The piece argues the Fisher government’s tariff plan favors revenue over strong protection, with Labour's turn to protection declared. It contends high duties could revive domestic industries, create jobs, and strengthen the economy, while warning against continued reliance on imports and foreign revenue. The author criticizes the Labour Party for wavering between protectionist and free trade while urging decisive action.
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Australia
Fisher
Britain
Federal
Labor Party
Lin Sea
Intershire
Fleegl Sinkers
Por
Loreal Minafielders
Gol
Fodlero Labor Party
Baeeng
Australis
Austen
Williams
Revere
Commonwealth
Daily Observer Christmas Story Competition Opens
The Daily Observer invites entries for a Christmas short story contest in two classes for adults and schoolchildren in the North and North-west. Prizes are 2/2d for up to 9 words and 1/1d for 160 words, with Australian themes and publication terms noted.
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Daily Observer
Alraadys
North
North-weat
Jon Words
Christman
War dispatch reports German captors and Russian prisoners
London reports arch captors in the war path passing through Kiev as prisoners. On Weekeslag last TOG paleliniginal captives arrived. Russians captured about 1200 prisoners near the Carpathians and machinery.
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London
Kiev
Russia
Mons
Carpathians
Inmates Die as Siege Fire Rages on Line
Report from London describes a violent clash where prisoners and defenders exchange artillery. The building is damaged and many inmates perish by jumping from walls or fires. Misidentification of a sacred site leads to shellying of a monastery amid rain and continued fighting.
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London
Gormis
Kochanawake Paola
Germany's Last Supreme Effort to Win Italy
A fragmented report discusses German aims to sway Italy and align against the Allies. It notes high hopes that Italy will respond to Germany’s appeal amid shifting diplomacy and wartime pressures.
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Germany
London
Count Bulow
Geemin Anehossder
Ghentialy
Italy
Hughes
King’s Visit to France Promotes Restraint and Simplicity
The London report notes a restrained and simple state visit to France. The portrayal emphasizes quiet dignity, formal courtesy, and measured conduct during the official engagements and return journey.
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France
Servian Government Seat Shift Reported in London
London dispatch says Servian authorities have moved the seat of government again, with rumors of a transfer to a provincial capital as batteries and military actions continue to unfold.
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London
Soneday
Vailly
Lyon
Miprovitms
In London Sindbis Campaign After Withdrawal
After enemy withdrawal heavy losses were inflicted causing high casualties among Angruley forces. The action occurred at a rear position near a biased site with continued fighting despite interruptions.
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London
Sindbis
Alli
Unclear German Threats Amid War News Report
A fragment reports on German actions near a city hall and key Allied positions. The tone suggests concern that the peoples' support may waver, with reference to Allied efforts and public sentiment.
Walton and Vindicoive: Gum Mid Ment
Fragmentary text describes bombardment effects on the Cloth Hall and Cathedral at Ypres by German forces. Mentions destruction and military significance with unclear attribution and broken phrasing.
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Walton and Vindicoive
Ypres
Cecil
Frontiers and Power Conflicts Rise on German Swiss Border
A blurred report notes clashes and strategic moves along the Germen Swiss frontier as French control of key villages shifts amid German and French troop positions. Unclear details mention CnC era and UCCurT Kreneh in the context of wartime activities.
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London
Sindyx
Cnc
Fresels Attack Reported as Germans Claim Prisoner Capture
German dispatches claim Fresels attacks near Mlaniers with favorable progress in Raat Protsia and report the capture of 1200 prisoners. The reliability and specifics of the report are unclear.
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London
Suwlay
Mlaniers Ane
Raat Protsia
German retreat signals shift in wartime mobilization
Dispatch notes German leaders plan no further delay in delivering Cront while preparing for retreat. The report indicates tightening war effort and strategic withdrawal as forces reorganize amid mounting pressure.
Germans retreat east of Vere and blow up buildings
The Germs retreat eastward from the Vere north of Bethumey line before French artillery fire. German artillery moves through Lamevai to Beinten. German prisoners admit strategic failure and gloom for the future. Australians ready to meet the Turks with heavy fighting anticipated in their first battle.
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London
Zianilee
Verenrthen-Bethumey
Fragmentary Local Item Appears From Damaged Page
The readable text shows a fragmented note about prices, weather, and a trip. It mentions an excursion and a local scene with unclear names and places due to OCR damage.
Sydney continuation school plan gains government aid
A Sydney Chamber of Commerce delegation met the Minister for Education to back a continuation school register. The alliance aims to align boys with suitable occupations, with about 400 pupils expected to finish two-year courses early next year. Described as valuable to the department, the scheme seeks practical outcomes for trainees.
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Sydney
Lough Sithh
Turks Germans and Austrians in Sydney Wharf Labor Sweep
The morning crowd of naturalised and un naturalised Germans Austrians and Turks failed to appear in Sydney wharf labor ranks. Talk swirled about removing foreign names from the Union hawks though it remains unclear whether the Executive has authority to do so.
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Sydney
Sydnon Wharflaborers
Union Hawks
Breach of Promise Case At Supreme Court
Agios Hunter, case no 20, sues Flea for alleged breach of promise. Defendant McKeevegle claims to have engaged with plaintiff during a visit to her sister. Jury awards £50 damages to the plaintiff.
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Sydney
Supreme Court
Agios Hunter
No 20
Pti
Prisoner Struggles Lead to Multiple Gunshots
Description of a violent incident near Balmain ferry where a prisoner fired five shots during a struggle. Constable Muwie and Captain Herman Gero are named figures. a bystander died after being hit on the right side as the prisoner was restrained and taken to the lockup.
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Muwie
Herman Gero
Balmain
Disgusted Germans Sent to Ordinary Gaol
The steamer Navin arrived at Sydney from Katia with eight German prisoners sent to terms of imprisonment from six months to three years for various offences. The prisoners were very disgusted as they were to be sent to an ordinary gaol.
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Sydney
Mas
Navin
Katia
Cabinet endorses 10 percent Empire goods preference
The Premier prepared a Cabinet minute approved by colleagues declaring a policy to favor Empire produced goods over foreign rivals by ten percent to support local production.
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Sydney
His Mother-in-Law in the House
Allege incendiary charge against Tercival Hibly after a fire at Rhapheth Burns home. Magistrate remanded him, bail fixed. Police inspector reported Mrs Burns was in the house at the time of the fire.
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Sydney
Tercival Hibly
Rhapheth Burns
Indaw
Two writers fall six feet on George Street injuries
Two sitnwriters Onwakd Newtown and Krocat Norberry plunged six feet from a head fold onto the George Street roadway and were hospitalized in critical condition. Both are reported in serious danger.
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Sydney
Onwakd
Newtown
Krocat Norberry
George Street
Popular Parish Priest in Inverell Dies
The Very Rev. Dean pli, a revered priest in Inverell, collapsed after illness and died. Widespread tributes described his splendid service to the parish. Presentations and appreciations were made by parish leaders and the convent school children today.
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Inverell
Momlpy
Dean Pli
Sik
de Gilet
Inverell Barist
Aho
Thalf of
Wheat Experiment Plots at Tamworth Harvest Yields Report
The Tamworth wheat experiment plots by Mr. Forge show varied yields across varieties led by Rymer and Ey with several bushels per acre. Rainfall and late November drought reduced results while earlier sowing and lighter seeding improved some outcomes. Further trials planned for Bowen and Nardoo varieties.
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Mr. &. Forge
Government Wheat Experiment PLC
Rymer
Wyowcre
Mb. Nardoo
Federation
Marshall's
Youdifla King
Hunvip
Bushels
Steinwedel
Forge
Musical Examination Results at Sydney College of Music
In the Incorporated Examination held in December the Sydney College of Music reported pupil successes under Mr Leslie Williams. Kathe Rowland Gladys Warner Irene Dunne and James Moxon achieved various passes and honors across Intermediate and Junior divisions with several 1st class passes. Katie Rowland also achieved a 1st class pass in the later entry.
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Sydney College of Music Incorporated
Albert Fisher
A. Mus
Leslie Williams
Kathe Rowland
Cone
Gladys Warner
Irene Dunne
James Moxon
Mone Fitzgerald
Keith Fitzgerald
Mavis Hathway
Katie Rowland
State Parliament Protests Over Wheat Price and Tax Bills
In the assembly opposition denounces meat price rises and seed wheat provisions while government backs Wheat Acquisition Bill for seed stock. debate touches German civil service removal echoes and income tax amendments. Premier denies England trip claims as lawmakers clash over policy and timing.
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Sydney
Bagnall
Hall
Wade
England
Crawford
New Zealand
Nemesia
Henley
Ball
Apor Hoshel
Onslow
Mir. Chaffer
Howe
Rall
Ty the Fortier
Legislative Council
Hoyle
Cable Cables Prompt Daily Briefing Of Reuters Cables
Tuesday reports from Reuters detail the first batch of cables received last night. The dispatch summarizes early international updates, noting potential developments in finance politics and diplomacy.
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Reuter
Emden Officer's Story on Australian Transports
A Colombo based Emden officer told a passenger that for weeks the German cruiser had been cut off from news and spared passenger ships when women and children were aboard. He said Keeling Island’s capture saw the Emden misjudge the Sydney’s proximity and miss a fleet of transports by two days. The officer praised Australian authorities for keeping transport movements secret.
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London
Reuter
Emde
Witie
Colombo
Keeling Island
Emden
Sydney
Germans Claim Lodz as Russians Face Setback
Petrograd reports German forces reinforced and in a strong offensive around Lodz, with heavy losses to both sides in a prolonged battle. Russian actions included daring charges and long ranged infantry advances, while frost hampered German trench work. Berlin later claims Lodz occupation as Russian retreat continues.
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London
Daily Telegraph
Petrograd
Thor
Kalisch
Lowiez
Loda
Cronstochowa
Cracow
Kaliz
Kurpen
Rygow
Lods
Biberian
Lode
Berlin
Lodz
King George decorates war chiefs and valor awards
King George at the front confers the order of merit on Field Marshal Sir John French and decorates King Albert of Belgium with the Order of the Garter. Victoria Crosses go to Naik Darwar and Sing Negi of Garwhwal Rifles, with another VC for a Duke of Cornwall Balefield Sepoy awaiting recovery.
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London
George
Sir John French
King Albert
Belgium
Order of the Garter
Naik Darwar
Sing Negi
Garwhwal Rifles
Duke of Consumght
Balerath
Servians Escape Austrians Celebrate Victory in Balkans
In Rome on Monday officials report a Servian victory with two Austrian generals captured. A Salonica telegram claims Servians held a strong position near Kragesvevale. Nish reports Servians repulsed Austrians and took 2400 enemy troops and four batteries.
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Rome
Nish
Salonica
Kragesvevale
Patriot German Insurance Compan ies Payouts to Widows
From Amsterdam on Monday reports indicate at least three German insurance companies have paid 16,000,000 marks to widows of men killed under policies with only one installment paid.
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Amsterdam
Austria’s Ultimatum to Serbia Recounted in Chamber Speech
Signor Ghioletti recalls that on August 9 1913 Austria notified Marquess Ban Guilliano that an ultimatum to Serbia was proposed. Italy would not defend a plan under the Triplice and hoped Germany would curb Austria. Austria and Germany endorsed the Italian interpretation of the treaty as just.
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Rome
Signor Ghioletti
Italy
Chamber of Deputies
Austria
Ban Guilliano
Servia
Evik Fonderis
Germany
San Guillima
Triplice
Pearce criticizes coffer dam plan for cruiser Brisbane launch
Senator Pearce announces that no action was taken by the prior government to build a £30,000 coffer dam to launch the cruiser Brisbane. He argues the dam is essential for safe float and future ships, not a temporary fix, and that inquiries will identify who caused the launch blunder. The cost is cited as £380,000 to £800,000.
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Pearce
Defence
Brisbane
Fisher
Alte
House of Representatives
Cook
Leander
Riley
N.5.w
Commonwealth
Jensen
Kelly
N.gw
Jepsen
Cockatoo Island
Naval Board
J. W. Catts
Australia
Montenegro Army in Trouble Appeals for Aid
King Nicholas wires the Bourse Gazette reporting that one third of the Montenegrin army has fallen and Montenegro’s resources are exhausted. He asks for financial and material assistance to sustain defense.
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Petrograd
Nicholas
Bourse Gazette
Montenegro
Maitland News Bishop Dwyer Visit and Retiring Superintendent
West Maitland hosts a large meeting to honor retirement of Follee Superintendent James McVane in January. Bishop Dwyer, returning from Europe, is due in Sydney and will be welcomed Thursday at West Maitland station and escorted to St John’s Cathedral with a Town Hall reception and parish addresses.
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West Maitland
Follee
James McVane
McVane
Dwyer
Maitland
Marama
Sydney
Diocesa
St John's Cathedral
Charles Street
A.hlc. Guild
H.alc.r. Society
British Treachery Toward Belgium Allegations
The Official Press Bureau replies to rumors Britain planned to forestall Germany by violating Belgian neutrality. Sir Edward Grey warns a breach would justify German troop movement, and says Britain would stay out if Belgium’s neutrality remained intact. The Board of Trade slows wool export prohibition for two months while allowing cashmere in certain shoddy blends.
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London
Britain
Germany
Belgium
Sir Edward Grey
Edward Grey
Jo Se
Board of Trade
Belgian Wheat Fund donors list requested by editor
Letter from James Gore of Wallamore requests publication of donor names who contributed bags of wheat to the Belgian fund. He notes missing time to contact farmers personally and provides drop-off points at Piper and Co in West Tamworth and Upjohn Ltd in East Tamworth with further information via Collins at A B C Bank or J. B. Warner. List of donors ends with numerous local names.
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Messrs
Piper and Co.'s
West Tamworth
Upjohn Ltd
Haat Tamworth
Collins
A.B.C. Bank
J. B. Warner
Onley
New South Wales
Bru
Sydney
J. A. Maunder
Warral
Portuguese Government Resigns Over Mobilisation Decree
Unclear notes indicate the Portuguese government resigned in protest or reaction to a mobilisation decree. The fragment references political upheaval and potential government change amid pushback on conscription measures.
Tamworth District Cricket Union selects team for Armidale match
The Tamworth District Cricket Union named players to represent against Armidale Cricket Union in Armidale on Saturday December 12. Managers and players listed include J W Peck, A Thompson, C Walker, G McDonald, K Pryor, E Magrin, J W Breele, HG Read, McKveen, Swan, and Grif Ath.
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Tamworth District Cricket Union
Armidale Cricket Union
Armidale
J. W. Peck
Kelly
A. Thompson
C. Walker
G. McDonald
K. Pryor
E. Magrin
J. W. Breele
HG. Read
McKveen
B. P, Swan
Hyman
T. Grif Ath
Obes
Rebellion Crashes as Botha Reports Collapse
Botha reports the rebel Horn rebellion is broken and the revolt nearly collapsed. Some Magli aplige were shot at Bruges amid fighting reports.
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Botha
Fil
Hoorn
Bruges
London insurers pay war pensions in Germany tolls
London firms paid 750000 pounds to widows and dependents of men killed in war. The three motions prompted by the German insurance settlement led to a large compensation fund for retired soldiers and their families.
Late Market Report From BYDSEY Produce Auction
A brisk demand ruled for chai at the produce auction with no grain wan offers and lucerne poor. Quotations cover wheaten chat chalee, lucerne dust, potatoes, and lucerne hay with various prices from multiple sellers including Coombe, King and Davis, Ten Hop, Sims Bros, Woods, Mayparth, and Gordon.
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Bydsey
Lucerne
Susse x Street Market Daily Dairy and Provisions
Market report from Sussex Street Sydney notes brisk dairy and ham demand, cheese inquiries, and rising straw prices. Oats scarce and maize firm with an uptick in straw and cat prices. new potatoes, butter, eggs, bacon, hams, cheese, poultry, and fowl prices listed in varied shillings and pence per unit.
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Sydney
Sussey
Brisi
Derrick
Drakes
Wool Sales At Winchcombe Carson Firm Prices
Sydney wool sales at Winchcombe Carson's Ltd show keen competition with Yorkshire Japan and America active. Merinos and crossbreds held firm at late rates. faults unchanged.
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Sydney
Winchcombe Carson's Ltd
Kean and
Yorkshire
Japan
America
Homebush Markets Cattle Yarded At Firm Prices
Market report from Homebush shows cattle yarded total 2600 with firmness. Prices range from 18s 10d for bulls to 10s 6d for cows, sheep penned about 40,00 with wethers around 10s to 15s, quality noted as second quality and general improvement of about 1s per head.
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Sydney
Wethers
Fat Castle Fairly Active Prices Rise at Maitland Market
At West Maitland Campbell Hill buyers gathered for a large cattle sale. Strong demand pushed prices higher than last week with prime bullocks reaching up to £16 6d and cows to £10 15s. Fat calves and sheep showed brisk activity with prime weights selling at top rates amid a generally favorable market.
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West Maitland
Campbell's Hill
Fenwicke Bros
N. C. Dangar
Maverty
Graham Bros
W. T. Badgery
Bot
J. Lonergan
Xbred Wethen
Ewes
Mering Ewes
Merino Wethers
Lamba
AL Bracey
Wethern
Northern
Hoggers
Lambe
Wethers
Cameron
Pat
Aera
Goodwood Park Pony Races Nominations Listed
Nominations announced for the Goodwood Park pony races to be held next Saturday December 12 1914. Entries include Opening Handicap fourteens 1 Misa Sarah Blo me Press Flint Little Assegal Maid of Athens Hose Hiroc Blue Biream Lavess and others.
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Misa Sarah
Blome Press
Flint
Little Assegal
Maid of Ayhens
Hose Hiroc
Blue Biream
Lavess
Mote
Cherry Blorsom
St. Ita
Judkins
Marquis
Tullebarding Cellarette
Lady Diem
Link Assegal
Queen of the Glen
Mise Baral
Blue Eyes
Mars Coin
Selina
Maid of Athens
Blue Stream
Laxena
Little Agsegal
Isons Picture At The Picture Palace
At the Picture Palace a new drama or "Footlights" sensation opens featuring Maurine Costello Cecil Wentworth Gladdon James and a cast including Jack Chester Charles Kent Garrick Teera Mary Clarkson Etta Lang James Jamier Irene St Maur Dolores and Hi Castello Sadie and Bill Tara with the Kalem drama The Expret Memenger noted as exceptionally thrilling.
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Ison
Picture Palace
Maurine Costello
Cecil Wentworth
Gladdon James
Hos
Jack Chester
Charles Kent
Garrick Teera
Mary Cbarkson
Etta Lang
James Jamier
Irene St
Maur
Dolores
Hi Castello
Sadie
Bill Tara
Robert Gaillord
Joseph Burton
Memenger
Pune
Photographs of Ruins Barred in Antwerp
Photographers in Antwerp face punishment as German authorities enforce martial law and prohibit images of war wreckage. Reports describe severe penalties for taking photographs amid the fighting and ruins.
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Antwerp
Peri
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