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Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Aug 02, 1929

Page

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Death of Eminent Scientist Dr Duffield

The eminent scientist Dr Walter Geoffrey Duffield, director of the Commonwealth Solar Observatory at Mt, dies after a brief illness. He led pioneering work in astronomy and physics, held positions at Cambridge and Manchester, was a Royal Society fellow, and contributed to private sector energy development and university research. His career spanned wartime service and leadership in solar astronomy and related laboratories.

Walter Geoffrey Duffie Commonwealth Solar Observatory Mt Brief Itineas Beniles Pave Hott Austria Dufeld Cavers Semalandnan England Phivatew Sidlenew Corya Tie Wan Royal Ate Woree Gowran AM. Stronto Rome Rtp Vatabdiniiinse OM Sans Club Lanbweren

Naval Equality and Allied Parity in Armament Talks

The report notes Britain and the United States pushing for equal naval strength and parity in armament discussions. It covers proposals, the stance of leaders, and cautious steps toward clear, mutual reductions and unified policy.

Miners Attack on Engine Drivers Sparks Union Row

A scrambled report from AGWCASTIE outlines a clash between miners and engine drivers as union leaders including the president Rewa and secretary Be Attached push for a wage agreement. Organizers of the Divern Union claim a coalition plan but details are unclear, with calls for merit and worker rights echoing amid tensions at the industry’s core.

Agwcastie Thuirmay Prosident Rewa Fot Bmmatria Davien

Fragmentary Sydney News Brief Headlines

A fragmentary Sydney page notes a Thursday item about a person named Ned Kewart and a reference to the Tetlee of the werndane rash. Details are unclear due to damage or OCR issues.

Sydney

Maxwell to Vote Again in Government Routine Controversy

Fragmented OCR text reports G A Maxwell facing a vote amid a government routine dispute. It mentions Mhiretayy A Maswell and Natto mall references, a federal appellate court and deputation interactions with local officials. The passage also references deputies, labor workers, and a debate on political allegiance and public duty in a convoluted municipal context.

Mhiretayy A. Maswell Nattomallea Fa

Global Cotton Crisis Sparks Government Inquiry

A London based inquiry examines unrest in the cotton industry as wage protests grow. Sotho nation tensions, worker strikes, and factory closures in several countries prompt government scrutiny. The article notes high rent and price pressures, worker hardship, and disrupted production across mills, with calls for reform and state intervention.

Threat passes of Chino Russian war rior clashes across London

A fragile truce in the Chino Russian conflict is reported as rior clashes intensify between London and nearby towns. Rail lines near Amur region show damaged tracks and scattered troops. Attacks leave several casualties with reports of captured White forces and Japanese forces aiding.

London Wednnesday Vtniiem Tie Horton Tie Farner Ite Amur Aintanshiog Hun Japanprseeport Staten

Polo Carnival finals set at Canberra Cup and Gidleigh Cup

Fine weather underpinned Canberra Polo Carnival day with finals scheduled. At 10:30 Cootamundra vs Composite in a non competitive match, 12:30 Yass vs Canberra B for the Canberra Cup, and 2:30 Canberra A vs Goulburn for the Gidleigh Cup.

Cootamundra Yass Canberra Canberra A Goulburn Tania Goulburn Huh Ik Weavining Teel Cap APIS Osborne Watehs Horn Welly Ube Fyr Hive

Rural Leases Sparks Debate At Minister Meeting

A low income concern from rural leases prompted a ministerial meeting with Attorney General Abbott. Observers urged immediate action to close a failed case linked to tenancy reform. Critics questioned delays and pressed for rapid resolutions to ease tenant hardships amid ongoing debates about land use and aid programs.

World Peace Capetown Seminar Demonstrates Mineral Theory

Thomas Halland, newly identified head of Bria Ameo Lion for Advancement of Science, presented a demonstration on mineral extraction theory. He argued that Wax G could be produced in Petale de United Kuan if certain ore conditions hold, claiming potential national mineral export impacts. The talk touched on economic and geopolitical factors, suggesting industry and policy responses.

Capetown Thomas Halland Bria Ameo Lion Advancement of Science Hieieo Banda Oe Petale Mehl Ae Kelme Linstedt Brita Met Yyrule

Settlers Alarm Over Weir Condition and Wall Crack

The report notes fear among settlers about unsafe Weir maintenance and a cracked wall at Kildon Weir. The uncertain situation prompts concern for air and water exposure, with officials urged to inspect and decide on immediate repairs to prevent further harm. Local names appear garbled in the text but indicate a community seeking action.

Kildon Weir

French Premier Address Sparks Mixed Reactions

A garbled note appears to report a French premier addressing a national telecast. Mentions Landon, Weanenday, Fateh Moorebeey, and German relations. Text shows confusion but hints at a formal message about duties, permanence, and upcoming meetings.

Landon Weanenday Phe Fateh

Land settlers by Onry and the drought year politics

Fragmented OCR reads note about land settlement policy, drought conditions, and government actions. Mentions Me Muttimelas, Me Anak Fett, and the Bendel ti for Ve atten, with references to a 1848 October government budget and a public petition. The text remains garbled but hints at settlement efforts and political debate.

Onry Kokiines Hettien Muttimalas

Ny Hpevdal Arranerwaret Rirukere Ward press

The fragment outlines a ward press item with limited readable content about services and remupéiation efforts. It mentions Aus tantis and Dew Kealannd in vague association with patrimonial or municipal matters. Names and specifics are unclear, but the note signals a local civic announcement or editorial context.

Ny Hpevdal Arranerwaret Rirukere Ward Press

Soldier Settlers News From Premier's Advice

Hartenehaw urged the men to apply to the Government, noting limited success for some settlers. Reports indicate some soldiers settled on land, while others faced hurdles. Government promises and funding details are unclear as officials consider their next steps.

Hartenehaw Tony

Ample stocks claim amid railway and electric disputes

Sydney reports from New South Wales Hallway Commissioners and City Weedricity Hemariment that ample stocks of coat exist and no threat of disruption due to ore disputes. Officials note limited fault in supply lines and that only minor delays could arise from lower grades and electrical notices on railways.

Sydney New South Wales Herman Lower Arades

Perth air pageant sets pace for air race showcase

The Perth air pageant, held on Thursday, will feature nine planes and a crowd expected to witness a wartime pace. Officials anticipate strong entries and a busy schedule as machines from the area prepare for demonstration flights.

Perth Thuretey Trenty-richt Frgtautor

Ramsay MacDonald to chair wartime policy meeting

Fragmentary notice from London reports Premier Ramsay MacDonald will lead a wartime policy session. The document mentions a conference, a possible reshaping of leadership, and references to an upcoming national gathering amid ongoing tensions.

Plane crash rescue tale from a distant flight tale

A garbled report describes a gold shipment mishap and a plane crash near Cray in a far country. Pilot survives with speech only in English while others struggle through mud and water. A farmer recalls the tense rescue as a machine ferries people to Croydon and Navely.

London Roatan Cray Hmaeden Kent A. Wiery Croydon

Acton House Closed For Meetings In Canberra

Acton Mou and the Heads headquarters of the Haclal Kervicw Asso ciation served the public in Canberra as a meeting place. The building will be used for that purpose until completion of a new project. The Canberra Community Library remains set to present this progress despite delays.

Acton Haclal Kervicw Association Canberra Tata Winain Cummminston Kingsterr’s Avai

By election results show William Jewitt with large majority

The contested by election in LaDon ends with William Jewitt holding a strong majority. The race features Jewitt for the Conservatives and Hewitt and Motion as independent candidates, with percentages noted for each. The report cites the Latour party and a 35,408 vote tally amid the campaign activity in February.

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