28 Apr 1931
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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Apr 28, 1931
Page
1
In Calcutta a government push to end repeated revolutionary activity leads to strict measures in Chittagong. Police and 501 Ghurka troops patrol streets, armoured cars are seen, several suspected terrorist houses are searched and fourteen arrests are reported.
A grave situation on the northern frontier prompts talks of seeking central government aid to curb hostile subversive movements. References to military and security actions hint at planned measures and potential attacks, with officials weighing defense and political responses.
A motion by Dr T M Shakespeare at the Advisory Council meeting urged moving the Lands Office from Home Affairs control to the Lands and Survey branch of Works. The aim was to end tensions tied to lands policy under existing administration and improve coordination with the Works Ministry.
Melbourne reports the Economies Committee of the Loan Council reviewed a budget survey showing Australia's aggregate deficit at 28 million pounds to June 1934, with potential growth of 25 million if unaddressed. Chairman Mr Jones and advisers from the Commonwealth and Bank of New South Wales were summoned to testify.
A skewed, garbled report hints Britain weighing export controls as a response to wartime shortages. The text references trade restrictions, wartime diplomacy, and reactions from international actors, including the Soviet Union, with unclear specifics. The fragment emphasizes government action impacting international trade and political stances surrounding export policies.
A large Sydney meeting at the town hall saw Mr Lyons applauded for unity among opposition forces. Outside, a disturbance led to arrests before order was restored, with police and demonstrators clashing in a melee.
A heated discussion outlines the Advisory Council's push for inclusion of works program items in the Federal Capital Territory estimates. Debates reference land management, government funding, and future construction plans, with mentions of Canberra administration and territorial authority.
Canberra officials said there was no shortage of accommodation despite tourism growth. Hotel Canberra and nearby taverns reported high demand, with some patrons unable to be housed, though council dismissed concerns of a long-term supply issue.
Monday in WCARTIE Mr Th Working MI announced plans to oppose the referendum and back a constitutional move to abolish State parliaments. He argued the federal government should oversee reforms including banking and navigation matters while favoring the AILA platform and related amendments.
Excerpted from a scrambled report outlining government actions and policy shifts. The text mentions governors, state agencies, and planned steps to tighten control and implement rationing. Readers are left with a sense of broad administrative moves and procedural changes at multiple levels.
A distorted OCR segment shows scattered terms about a naval treaty and replies, but the text is largely unreadable. Names, dates, and clear events do not form a coherent narrative. The readable bits resemble a jumble of international discussions without concrete facts.
An advisory council defeated a law reform motion amid a discussion of federal capital governance. Dr. Goureurd noted concerns about the process and urged attention to precedents set by Victoria and similar legal bodies. The debate touched on time, authority, and the handling of reform proposals.
Fragmentary wartime note from Koepang mentions Mornay arrival aboard URE and Turkish forces near Port Dyeselr. It references Antal Haxtealiune and Rautinen Crome, with southern advance toward Souembayi and a weekend clash at 4 batt Bgl nit ae entail.
Fragmentary OCR text mentions a wartime or postwar theme with references to figures and places. The readable portion shows garbled names and associations, lacking clear events, dates, or outcomes to identify a concrete news item.
The Aero Club rewards Senith Korvant with the Brittania Trophy after a revival from Port Lar. Kingaford Hinith and Koga Avra Cwh are noted in association with the award. The ceremony acknowledges outstanding effort during 1980, marking a significant milestone in Hoey 10 monster competition.
A solicitor is sent to gaol following a case in Melaguene Monten where Water Jamen Toohey Heitor pled guilty to multiple charges under unclear circumstances. The court imposed a sentence of 19 days with a further term to be determined.
A fragmented report notes hotels in Sydney opening on Anzac Day as ceremonies and commemoration activities unfold. Officials and local organizations coordinate services and events related to the anniversary, with attention to accessibility and security for attendees.
In Melbourne this afternoon Churton Hidridyn, 20, a New ArH resident, faced a murder charge and attempted murder allegations following a violent incident. The defendant is accused of killing Matias Hundley and injuring another person during the alleged confrontation. A statement attributed to the suspect references the events and involved parties.
Fragmentary text outlines Spanish strategic ideas for Morocco with mentions of Paris rounds and various or unfamiliar proper names. The prose is garbled, lacking clear events, dates, or outcomes, making it difficult to identify concrete actions or actors beyond vague mentions of tunnels and distant interviews.
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