18 Apr 1928
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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Apr 18, 1928
Page
1
Talias flight battles severe storms over an open sea causing navigation errors and danger to crew. The ship endures darkness and strong winds as weather disrupts communications and triggers emergency maneuvers for safety.
A garbled speech urges New South Wales graziers to appeal to the Federal Parliament for a new state arrangement. The speaker argues rural pride, civic virtue, and self-reliance are needed as towns face conservative neglect and push for constitutional changes to empower rural interests.
A Union delegate, identified as Mr Crafts, faces expulsion from Japan over alleged conduct related to his role with the Austra Comed union. The episode unfolds as he returns to Australia and awaits formal measures, with plans for discussion in Sydney.
A cryptic OCR fragment discusses profits and shares with references to de Monts Cant and Montre Carlo Lain Don. The readable portion notes annual profits, a one day event, and a shift in share values, but the text is incomplete and lacks clear actions or outcomes.
A fragmented notice reports Dorothy Mei of Glebe suing the Mailway Commissioners for alleged actions at a meeting. Court actions were set to be heard, with reference to a dispute involving Yam Hein reaps and related juries. The readable text is garbled but indicates a legal action proceeding.
A speech stresses immigration as vital to Dominion welfare and development. It urges policies to improve opportunities, notes unemployment as passing, and proposes replacing 100 percent aid with 100 in ten seeks for expansion while easing financial restrictions to aid integration and growth.
In Capetown the rte Minister expressed regret and sympathy with the Governor General and Princess Alice over the death of Viscount Tremarthen after injuries from a motor smash in rince on Sunday. The Governor General and Melinda Alley planned to attend their son’s Set birthday celebrations in Kingland. The Assembly adjourned as a mark of sympathy. Foreign ships in port remains at half mast.
A chaotic clipping from Vancouver reports a deadly blaze during a wedding celebration in Alcona Pennsylvania. The incident left a bride and members of her family among the injured or dead as a home was destroyed during the ceremony.
SYDNEY, Tuesday. At the Central Summons to day, Frederick Hubert Dureth, master of the steamer Goulburn, was fined 10, in default ten months imprisonment for having exercised eight knots in Sydney Harbour. For some months the Sydney Harbour Trust have been watching the harbour’s need. It was stated that on February 1 the Goulburn steamed past Fort Dennison at eight knots.
All Muck football team members arrived in Sydney today on their way to South Africa to play a series against the Springboks. They will not play in Sydney.
A Bathurst farmer was injured when a tree fell during logging at Parramatta Hospital last Friday. He tried to move the tree and the limb suffered a fracture. he was treated and the incident reported in the local area.
Fragmented notice lists individuals and locations including Mex Po A 1illinoti Piraaney House and Peerliiomend Baise along with several unnamed figures. The garbled text appears to outline a testimonial event and associated subscribers or attendees, mentioning Mr Bo Buereby and Mr A. dk tin fing among others.
A Montreal dispatch reports icebreaker Mont near Greenly Island, with Bremen aiming for Quebec then New York. Weather and wireless limits hinder reception, while aviators recount brutal voyage, damaged tail and bent propeller. The crew seeks quick repairs and flight to New York.
Fitzmaurice departed Greenly Inland on Monday heading for New York by Canadian plane. The Junker company planned repairs on a Brenan aircraft and will await word at Greenly Island. Bertha Junker and her brother Melchior left Montreal in a sister ship to monitor engine plans and ensure spares can be sent as needed.
Despatches from Seven Island Que bec report a Canadian fugitive preparing to depart for Urerendy Dalam by a four seater plane. Snow at Greenly Island halts repairs to a telegraph line and threatens to prolong the conflict. The German Consul in Montreal relays word that Haren von Hafeld plans to recruit in Montreal and then move to New York.
The readable lines describe early air travel dangers during night flights and reference planes forced down after strong winds. Names and clear events are garbled, but the fragment suggests investigations into crash or forced landing incidents and the peril of night aviation.
Unclear transcript notes a Sefton Park outrage reported by Uney with references to a Tuesday event and a win by a team led by quarterback Klan amid investigation and aftermath.
A plane carrying Fitzmaurice forced to land amid bad weather at Noapasiquan. The crew aims for Quebec by week’s end, with plans to meet in Montreal and proceed to Washington for a letter from Congrave to President Coolidee. German filers remain at Greenly Island awaiting repairs.
Disjointed text reports a reception plan change as Fitzmaurice and Jett arrive in New York. The article notes dismay at delays and a hoped joint appearance, with Mayor Walker telegraphing in support and requesting companions join before heading to the city.
A report from Creenly notes three men arrived by boat from the mainland to Greenly Island. The source spelling is uncertain, but the event centers on three men reaching the island by small craft.
New York reports that American Airlines has begun negotiations with Junkers Works of Dosia for delivering transport planes proposed for use in the United States. The move marks an early test of recent aviation policy and industrial ties.
The Iron Chief, a wrecked vessel on the North Coast, is listed for sale today. It has been tied to a shipment of sleepers and related items, with payment arranged through care of the consignor.
Mr John Cale longtime journalist and veteran newspaper man of the Cononwentith era celebrated his nth birthday yesterday. He has served as coroner and district returning officer and resided inenn egan for over a year. Gale helped found Golden Age in Klandroa during the gold rush and later ran the Queanbeyan Age with a family line passing to sons and grandsons.
Ronald Griggs former Methodist minister faced a second trial on charges of murdering his wife by arsenic. The session opened in Melbourne Criminal Court with a large crowd blocked from entry. The Crown detailed prior evidence, noted poisoning, and discussed whether the poison was self administered or by another. Detective Mullahey testified about alleged intimacy with Lotte Condon, and questions about insurance were raised. The trial was adjourned to Thursday.
The secretary of the New South Wales Trades and Labour Council, Mr. J. Qurden, warned that if the Commonwealth Line is formed without public consultation the union would refuse to handle goods. He cautioned that interests already engaged in Atlantic travel would push for related deals, threatening tie‑ups and further tensions.
The Scottish delegation warns against line passing from the Commonwealth. The journey to Fredom olene the Aoh won's Fray informs the Prime Minister that executive passengers face poor conditions and treatment aboard the Hohnon's Pay.
An Indian prince, ruler of a provincial territory, traveled from India to Australia then crossed the continent to Queensland. He worked for a squatter for a period and has spent over four years there. His goal is to gain eminence before retiring to India.
Brinley Spencer Hopcroft aged 22 and Eve Milton Miller aged 21 were remanded for the Central Court on charges they conspired to murder Thomas James O Brien. The case stems from an incident in Burrey Hills where O Brien was shot. bail set at £200.
A large aerial operation is planned with fifty hydrophames pilots, partly under Ballo, to perform a supergracutae fight. The route covers Meiterranean targets including Mrinee, Spain, Morus, Algeria, Tunis, Bary pt, and Malta, aiming to visit multiple destinations.
London newspapers spotlight H.M.A.S Melbourne as readers react to wartime memories. Captains request relics and offers of relief as the cruiser is slated for breaking up. The story reflects renewed public focus on naval history and the fate of the vessel.
In a September hearing at Sydoney Wentworth, the Regular in Bankruptcy refused to grant a discharge certificate to Thomas Macquarie Hotel owner Wentworth Ayre. Evidence showed mismanagement from start to finish, with extravagant spending and irregular bookkeeping. The case names include Mr. Lockhart and Halls, reflecting the hotel’s troubled finances.
Government officials blame industrial trouble for miner layoffs at the slate mines near Sydney. Mine owners state many workers will need new jobs as £2000 has been spent renovating districts around Kauri Korek and nearby areas. The government plans to assist in finding employment amid the industrial strike.
Aerial links are reported to cover about 40,000 miles daily as Terilin notes a schedule starting April 23. Germany gains civil aviation lead with flights connecting major towns, extending to Berlin and Warsaw. Inbound and outbound routes to Paris and other destinations are planned, with new services inaugurating soon and weekly round trips to resort areas.
Washington Monday. Chief Automotive Expert H. Smith of the Department of Commerce says American cars are popular in Australia New Zealand South America and South Africa due to usefulness power and adaptability. The American car industry grew from testing over twenty five years when conditions were hostile, shaping cars to meet global needs.
Melbourne Thunday report on the annual convention of the Chamber of Agriculture at Kerang. Delegates passed a resolution urging Dr Page to ask Mr room to appoint no commission representing primary producers to report on the economic condition and market of primary production. Der. Pore flew from Hay to open the contention.
Tom Walsh rejects forming a breakaway seamen union and denies sending a letter to shipowners. He asserts Johnson’s insinuations are illusive and says members could fend for themselves if such a move existed. He calls for action to oppose the union by addressing Johnson directly.
Report from yesterday states two large concrete blocks blocked the track six miles from the city and an iron bar spanned the rails. Trains were diverted and passengers avoided injury as officials investigated the attempted wreck.
A hospital enquiry opens this morning to examine an acid attack on a resident. Haley is appointed to lead the investigation and will obtain supplementary statements from witnesses previously heard amid a chaotic private meeting and unclear details from a Canberra hospital stay.
Police hunt a man after a Vineflma of an naelt at Gleb Inet night left Donald Metonald and Mra Mary Diwen badly injured. A Salvation Army bonnet was torn and Met Deelves aided. witness Meborald believes the assailant may be connected to a prior incident and urged police to question a suspect linked to Melepard.
At a Chamber of Commerce meeting Renee Thwor outlined an Empire Shopping Week from May 24 to May 30. Proposed events and promotions aim to boost local merchants and attract visitors to Hye Lineaven.
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