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Newspaper

Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Apr 13, 1929

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FlierS Found Alive After Canberra Rescue Drop

The Southern Cross fliers were located at 11 31 am today by Captain Holden in the sir liner Canberra. Food was dropped to the fliers who are alive and well. A defence minister conferred with aviation officials about further search operations. Two R A F planes left Reef Cook for Alice Springs to begin search. A rescue vessel departed Broome for Port George IV to aid the search.

Southern Cross Holden Canberra Melbourne Defence Sir William Glasgow Aviation Department Keith Anderon R.a.af Reef Cook Alice Springs Broome

Rumidity Debate Sparks Noise Over Cattle Stations

Ambiguous remarks flow from AYDNEY and AYDNEY era figures about communication outages at 4.20 and potential effects on cattle stations. Provincial authorities consider ministerial input while defence ministers discuss implications with department officials.

Food supplies search near Canberra prompts public notice

A fragmented report describes a search operation around Canberra involving authorities and aviation units. It mentions officials including a chairperson and committees coordinating a relief or rescue effort, with multiple named entities appearing in uncertain text.

Fragmented statement from Velie Mine news at Frankston

The reader provides a garbled account mentioning Velie Mine and Frankston. It hints at a statement or report about events or persons but lacks clear details, names, dates, or concrete outcomes. The fragment mentions a wall, a feeved to know, and questions about what has been round or said.

Frankston

The Albatross Still Proceeding

Sydney by Priday reports the meaplane progress with Avalon and Western Australia bound for Jou in the swareh. The Adimialty ordere fant cannet roll with t Inatrues, while the Nay Hoard 1 Ue Mets ohn Churwe at deit. The AMatrom will continue at far speed.

Sydney Priday Wydney Wwe Deit Thane

Relatives Hear News Amid Uncertain Fragments

Fragmentary OCR text shows relatives hearing news amid tangled lines about a person named Una and mentions of a Mrs. Una, a couple, and a possible event. The passage is garbled with stray phrases and lacks clear dates or locations to establish a full card.

Motini Glaring in Melbourne Report

Fragmentary text from a Melbourne item mentions a party and a person named Hemaanette with unclear roles. The legible names imply a formal deed and a protest or meeting context, but the fragmentary OCR leaves core details unresolved and the event cannot be fully determined from the readable lines.

Flood Relief Effort Updates from Canberra Fund Raising

Reports from Canberra detail mounting flood relief donations and fund-raising activity, with early figures and appeals reaching Tasmanian and regional relief groups. Messages describe reconnaissance of affected river areas, rescue progress, and the evolving timeline for aid delivery as the Canberra-centered effort coord...

Gorman House Dance Sparks Community Renewal Debate

A gala at the Gorman House on Wednesday April 24 drew attention to a renewal campaign. Organizers urged continued support to advance the cause amid a recent district broadside and a push by Wotie to sustain the Tunelion project.

Star of Gorman Woldinus Causeway

Melbourne fund totals from varied deals eyed

The Melbourne fund shows EL5,090 from various deal sources. Funds appear tied to the Toamanian Teod Vina project with statements about progress and revenue realization. Further details are unclear due to garbled OCR but the core figure and project name are noted.

Melbourne

Hind relief drive hit 48000 amid heavy rains and cold weather

Friday report notes the relief effort for the flood reached 48000 as heavy rain and bitter cold hampered work. Local officials urged continued aid and described winter conditions slowing the operation and logistics.

Shipowners Immediate Action in Australia

A statement from the Australian Overseas Shipowners Conference outlines plans to form a committee of representatives from all interests to implement conference recommendations. The Sydney based group, to be known as the Australian Oversea War Transport Committee, will coordinate with producers and ship operators to push a unified program and carry out recommendations in the national interest.

Sydney Fritiys Pepe Austratia Ausrlaiair Caine Arimaimney Welty Turon

Unions Refuse Hearing Dr Nott Over Nationalist Ties

A Canberra union gathering at Kingston refused to hear Dr Nott citing his Nationalist Party membership after a fierce clash with the Liquor Trade Employees' Union secretary. Me J Kelly chaired Nott’s open air meeting in a bid to keep the campaign non political, while Dr Watson spoke as Nott waited. A heated exchange followed, Kelly and Heil trading remarks as Watson addressed the crowd, and the meeting ended with a unanimous vote of confidence in Dr Watson and a call to support the reform fund to abolish autocracy in the Federal Territory.

Kingston Dr. Nott Nationalist Party Liquor Trade Employees’ Union Me. J. Kelly Min Tor Hin bin Ae Plaisks Wederat Watson

Union Liquor Trades Chair Dr Nott Meeting Contested

Proceedings at a Kingston gathering to discuss Dr. Nott's candidacy reveal tension between unionists including Mr. T. J. Kelly and supporters of Watson. Nott seeks audience to present views but is denied courtesy. Watson and Watson associate Roger are active in contest, while Green withdraws. The session reflects intra union friction over political endorsement and parliamentary processes.

Ir Nott Kingaton T. J. Kelly Kelly Uhat Dr. Nort Nott Watnot Natt Taf Vr Water of Ham Vondy Cheplier MF Green

Ned Kelly Skeleton Unearthed in Melbourne Wake

A fragile account reports curious crowds at a Melbourne wake as workers unearth Ned Kelly skeleton remains long buried near the gaol. The Find sparks rush for souvenirs and renewed interest in the infamous outlaw.

Alelbourne Wriday Ned Kelly Notortet Melbourne Weber Strane Akeleton

Brinsmead's Views Vindicated by Find Kvinky

Fragmentary OCR text claims Brinsmead's views are vindicated by a discovery near Bork Geogr provid cure. The article references a minister, a mention of Asia, and a supposed link to a river or area. Overall readability is low with garbled names and phrases.

Tiamcow Hell Aviathon Hrinemead Bork Lalker Non

Betting control board flags new totalisator plan

The betting board evaluated a proposed automatic totalisator for racetrack use amid British concerns. It noted capital of about £100,000 and argued that the device would be superior to existing methods and more suitable for Newmarket and other courses.

Landon Thuratay Tatatimcton Wn Printing Company Newmarket Amplion

Death Toll Rises From Arkansas Tornado

A severe Arkansas tornado damaged multiple villages including Chile and Swinton, killing and injuring residents as strong winds swept north and central regions. Rescue workers and officials assess the devastation, with property losses and ongoing search efforts in affected areas.

Chicago's Bombs-27 So Far This Year

Chicago report notes 27 bomb incidents or attempted acts so far this year. A local newspaper item mentions thwarted plots and patrol actions, with police and city authorities assessing threats. No major injuries or property damage reported in the summarized incidents.

Chicago Thurnlay Do Gungster

South Africa Election Campaign Opens in Aliwal

Campaigning in Aliwal North West Cape launches with unclear references to Labour and national issues. Aimed at rallying farmer support, the text mentions a broader countrywide effort and calls for unity, with reactions mixed amid uncertain phrasing.

Petown Dua Aliwal

Fine of Six Pounds On Kanowna's Captain

In the Central Court at Newbury on February 17 a fine of £6 was imposed on Kanowna's captain for violating navigation regulations. The court noted likely further penalties and described the incident involving Air Gate and related enforcement actions.

KYDNI Newbury Weamol Wilnon’ Veamiontory Way Fond Sha Air. Gate Aircarvet Devin Ld Hut Sericun Romvequenent

Reduced Fares On South Coast Railways Reported

Irregular text notes a 1% fare reduction initiative affecting rail services and mentions Australian railway authorities and economic efforts. Key names and specifics are obscured, leaving a fragmented account of policy changes and potential timetable impacts on routes along the South Coast.

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