09 Aug 1928
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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Aug 09, 1928
Page
1
Flames erupted from the south west crater at noon. A bright lava lake formed several yards across and a stream flowed toward the western crater rim. Authorities warn that overflow may occur during the night toward the valley below.
In a report before the conference the Farmers and Bettore Association secretary noted rising prominence of meat killing livestock. He outlined actions in country districts including Grange Allury Can Linmere Tamworth West Muatt Gundagui and others as urgency and depot space concerns grow.
Berlin reports a 21 ton flying boat claimed as the world’s largest. It maneuvered for 15 minutes at a small model height described as Gull feet. Two more ships are under construction for trans Atlantic sky services and related passenger support.
England announces final playing XI for the West Indies match in London. Chap man Sutcliffe Tittestey Hammond Levin Larwood Freeman Jurditv headline the team lineup for the contest with West Indies.
The report states Sir Austen Chamberlain is on complete rest in London. Lord Cushenden is to lead at Geneva with formal cabinet duties remaining unsettled.
The submarine 514 was raised and opened in Rome on Wednesday. The entire crew of 31 perished from asphyxiation due to poisonous gas. Officials wearing gas masks found all dead after lifting the vessel with pontoons.
Anocurtier claim reports the S814 raised within feet of the surface with a second crane attached while hopes rise for a full wreck retrieval. Voices of trapped crew clearly heard via wireless until salvage started, then communication cut off. Fears grow over possible platform tilt and fumes endangering the crew.
A London newspaper recalls Clara BWTT life and notes editorials on 1906 remarks by Melbn. The Daily Exproge quips about highbrow criticism and muck raking in politics. Miss Ponder's agents say Clara Putt memoirs will halt further sales until prestige is toned down and copies repurposed.
In Amsterdam Charlton advances to the 400 metres final after finishing second in the semi final behind Zorilla with times of 311 and 313 seconds for Zorilla and Charlton respectively. Roddy placed third as Boast fails to qualify for the 100 metres backstroke final.
In the fifth heat of the 490 metres Takaishi of Japan beat Charlton of Australia by two feet with a time listed as 6 minutes 45 seconds. The race saw Takaishi lead briefly and Charlton stay close, finally finishing a fifth of a second behind. Borg and Crabbe won their events in other heats, while Japanese and American swimmers posted notable times, and a German improved the world record in women’s events. Finalists for Amsterdam were shaping up with Pearce advancing in single sculls and semi finals narrowing the field.
Miss Winifred Ponder, writing from Singapore, claims Miss Clara Butt copied a story by Danelara Put and read an approved typescript before publication. Ponder absolves herself of responsibility, saying the fault lies entirely with Butt.
A damaged report notes the submarine surfaced within four hours of collision. A wireless operator message from the crew expressed calm hope for swift rescue and safety. The beacon continued until the lifting operations began but was cut off as work started.
Sydney, Wednesday. Dame Nellie Melba today made available a cable wheel she received from Dame Chir Butt in connection with the sing em muck episode. I am terribly sorry Nellie dear for that silly story in Missonder's book Being in India I did not unfortunately sey the proofs or it should not have appeared. I am sure knowing me as you do you will understand my very sincere regret at having caused you annoyance especially while you are carrying out your usual wonderful work in our much loved Australia.
Amid great dig waves and war cries a Singapore ship navigated the Suez Canal successfully amid excitement and noise.
Reginald Myers, 35, labourer, faced Tinwood Police Court in Dandenong Range Victoria on a charge of counterfeiting. Prosecutors alleged he produced forged coins valued at about £100 and coerced a boarder into aiding the fabrication, claiming to have minted the coins in the local area.
A Goliath bomber crashed near Lusy and Wilsamushed to pieces. Four crew members were killed in the incident.
James McKermott aged 45 chief messenger for the Department of Labour and Industry fell from a balcony at the department's Elizabeth Street office today and sustained shocking injuries.
Police trap detained a man named William Edward Stewart from St George in connection with a murder on Ten Batonine River. The case remains unsolved and Stewart is described as a Hrivish Imi berant.
Trans-Atlantic fliers Boerrarin and tielipretes crashed during a tear trial. Serrarin'e riba sustained fractures and internal hemorrhage. Pedprete's leg fracture and internal injuries reported. Other accompanying crew members also injured in the incident.
Abert Keys, 39, an unnamed employer, was overcome by gas while at work. His mate carried him to safety, but Keys remained in critical condition. The incident occurred today and is under medical care.
The mutilated body of a woman believed to be Donat Ly Mather of Malvern was found near Gardiner station following a railway incident. Police investigate identity and circumstances as the city reels from the shocking discovery.
Alice May Marchant, a nurse at Narrandera Hospital, won a workers compensation claim for incapacity due to tuberculosis contracted during employment. The commission awarded 2 a week from August 6, 1021, until further notice, noting her family's healthy lineage in Australia.
The International Athletic Federation rejected the proposal to remove women’s track events from the Olympic program by 16 olex fo li, and kept several events. Debate covered 100 and 4x100 relays and high jump while javelin and 80 metre hurdles were discussed. Britain and Ireland backed Canada. Doctor Kereman cited German tests showing competition isn’t harmful.
The race describes Pearce building a huge lead at 500 and 1 000 metres, slowing to avoid a duck and ducklings, then extending the gap to 12 lengths at 1 600 metres before a final spurt. The passage notes Pearce’s semicfinal potential and compares rivals Catlett Miers Wright.
The speech notes air travel's growing influence in daily life and national progress. It highlights advancements in aviation, the need for consolidation, and mentions Australia as a future participant in this expanding sector.
Bramford University baseball team defeated Yiney University with a 13 run margin in Sydney. Wennesday game details not fully clear but result shows Bramford dominant in this matchup.
Mr Silay Young Maling writes to papers saying he is resting and does not understand the public uproar about his whereabouts. He cites NZ travel, medical or physical condition, and pending appeal not hearing until September. He will remain in the city for a few weeks rent and quietude. His solicitors say authorities will communicate with Mailing through his team.
In Sydney on Wednesday prominent figures including Curtin era figures De Evatt and W J McKeil faced incitement allegations. The former minister for justice in the Lang administration led the defense for Garden who faces charges stemming from political unrest.
The defendant J. 4 Garden will be defended in a trial at Darlinghurst sealon next Thursday week. He faces no charge of inciting to murder.
The Australian Society of Patriots urges the Prime Minister to abolish the passport system. Speakers call it tyranny and warn a man in Australia must carry a passport for all countries. They accuse the Federal Government of pursuing similar policies abroad.
The steamer itn diGenova arrived from Fremantle and was tied up awaiting engine repairs in Colombo. It did not sail for Genoa and it was not known when she would depart.
The Cairns port mortem identifies a fatal blow to the head as the cause of death of a man found dead on a deck. The skull is largely missing and the face badly decomposed, with the head severely smeared.
The American Federation of Labour announced on Tuesday its stance for strict neutrality in the presidential fight. The move aims to keep the union out of partisan campaigning while supporting worker interests.
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