Australian Motor Car Pact Paused by Parliament Preview
Sydney reports the Federal Cabinet suspends binding agreement with Australian Consolidated Industries for car manufacture. Policy shifts to parliamentary ratification, risking project collapse if rejected, amid coalition tensions and election pressure. Prime Minister R G Meneles defends industry protection while outlining product specs and production targets.
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Australian Consolidated Industries
Australia
Corio
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Australian Consolidated Industr Ltd
Four Deaths Amid Brisbane Heat Wave Strikes
Brisbane reels under a severe heat wave with four more deaths reported and temperatures pushing toward record highs. Authorities warn no relief forthcoming as heat intensifies across north west Queensland with storms and heavy rainfall expected later.
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Weather Bureau
Balkans Hopeful: Balkan Talks Aimed at Stability
Belgrade dispatch notes Yugoslav Foreign Minister Marikovitech warned editors against sensationalism and stressed Balkan peaceful aims ahead of the conference. Assertions claim no immediate danger, no defensive stance, and focus on stabilizing Southeast Europe through dialogue. Germany doubles rail and locomotive shipments to Rum a nia as military training and fortifications continue.
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Gains in Ground With Finns in Northern Fighting
London dispatch reports that northern Finland forces hold less territory than a month ago while observers expect no new Finnish offensives before spring. Russian and Finnish actions around Lake Ladoga include repulsed NE attacks, tank destruction, and Finnish air losses. A Turkey raid January 22 caused casualties, and Bergen reports various war updates including Russian air activity and Finnish anti aircraft actions.
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Navy Secretary backs 1900 million expansion plan
Secretary Charles Edison told the Naval Affairs Committee that the United States must build a strong navy capable of landing forces and deterring foes. He argued the 1309. million program signals American resolve, warns allies could shift to enemies, and urges prompt, speedy expansion to match potential rivals.
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Atrocities in Poland Report Sparks Counter Campaign
A New York dispatch reports German authorities denying Polish atrocities while countering coverage as anti German propaganda. It notes claims of biased reporting and calls for impartial inquiry, citing General Blasko and police actions in Germany and Poland amid wartime tensions.
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Aircraft Production to Build £060,000 Factory in Liverpool NSW
A Sydney firm plans a £60,000 aircraft manufacturing factory at Liverpool New South Wales to start by late 1910. It will focus on British and American military trainers and commercial planes, with three air frame types. The venture includes a training school for Australian technicians to ensure skilled labor and supply. About 300 workers expected this year and up to 200 retractors to the United States.
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Fire Ball Explodes in Ipswich Garden
A fire ball exploded in an Ipswich garden on a Wednesday evening, sending a 300 yard trail of flame along a road and damaging a residence. Several occupants were terrified and one person was temporarily injured. Local authorities surveyed the scene and warned of further danger from the unstable aftermath.
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Mr. R. Leggat Nominated For Geneva Conference
Mr R Leggat tied to Geneva conference nomination amid Labour Council activities. The article notes his nomination by the Amalgamated Engineering Union and Labour Labour Council as the electoral ballot nears.
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Not Quins Twins Declares Not Dead In Cairo
In Cairo crowds gathered after a newspaper printed a report of a death. The subject, Seyed Mamara Gelosi Las, denies the obituary, echoing Mark Twain’s famed reply that death reports are greatly exaggerated. His wife restrained the crowd as he proclaimed his condition.
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Counterfeit Notes 15 People Charged in Sydney Court
Fifteen people including a woman appeared at Central Court for remand on charges relating to handling counterfeit banknotes. Several were remanded to February 7 for further proceedings. One man faced separate charges of circulating unlicensed notes. a request for reduction of bond for the woman was denied. Details show mixed outcomes with some men granted varying remand terms.
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Sydney
Red
Go-Slow Policy Miners Plan 40-Hour Week Demands
The article outlines a miners push for a uniform 40 hour work week with standardized conditions for infantry style work. It notes plans for possible stoppages at undisclosed sites and moves to grant union committees power to enforce the change and expel future policy. Leaders expect allied bodies to grant similar powers shortly.
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