14 Apr 1930
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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Apr 14, 1930
Page
1
Cambridge pulled away to win by two lengths in a rough inter-varsity race against Oxford. Weathered by shifting conditions, the Cambridge crew led from the start as Oxford pressed hard, with the event ending amid strong cheers and noted crowd interest.
Government announces indictments in a major liquor operation case. Two lectures cited, with 25,000 tet noted as part of the tally. Officials vow actions to restore order and enforce regulations.
Electors rally for Canberra Advisory Council closes at 6 pm on Thursday May 1 nominations on May 7 and election on May 17. Postponement for two weeks follows candidate and Canberra Times input to ensure enrolment and allow campaigning. Officials warn compulsory enrollment and voting remain in effect despite delays.
A transcription of a contested voting process outlines enrolment eligibility, the roles of election officials, and the path to choosing a deputy chairman. It details residency requirements, eligibility of all adults, and the procedures for ballots, votes, and determining an absolute majority.
The report details Walter Lek, builder, found dead in Auckland with unclear circumstances. Police and investigators pursue lines suggesting suicide or foul play, noting a lack of weapon evidence and ongoing inquiries. A wife’s interview and coroner statements form part of the evolving case.
American experts estimate U S capital stock loss between 1160,000,091 and £150,000,000 as wartime scrapping begins. The ships Marlborough and Wyomata among those slated for disposal, while Australia remains largely unaffected apart from a brief diplomatic note.
The article reports President Hoover praising a world peace plan in London, envisioning abolition of naval rivalry and reduced arms. It notes official forecasts for naval power cuts and a shift toward possible tonnage limits, framing the conference as a step toward lasting peace.
Sydney reports note widespread railway staff dismissals to begin Monday as unions refuse to accept four hour work reductions under a rationing plan. Premier Bavin cites altered union attitude and federal awards as the driving force, with government aiming to save money by reducing hours or wages.
Perth reports from Sunday indicate Labour holds 27 seats in Parliament with the Opposition BB down to a close margin. Early tallies suggest the Government may win about 25 of the remaining seats, while wage policy and hours remain central as leaders pledge to avoid further concessions.
A trades union official is scheduled to visit Australia with stops in Canberra and Fremantle. The itinerary includes meetings with union leaders and engagements in May to discuss labor issues and strengthen Australia union ties.
The readable fragments list a series of nicknames and scrambled names linked to a cricket context with unclear authorship. Entities like Australia and various surnames appear disordered, preventing a clear event, date, or outcome. The text resembles a garbled roster or scorecard fragment lacking coherent structure.
Fragmentary notice reports a change in time in Great Britain with clocks adjusted earlier by one hour. The garbled text suggests a public time change announcement affecting daily routines and schedules.
In a remarkable long distance effort, competitors from Weymouth to Wayysyr, including Tun Hh and ANNU Hi, set new marks while VANS and Koad commanders delivered notable performances. The event highlighted the era's pioneering air routes and the advancing seaplane speed and range.
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