17 Aug 1928
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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Aug 17, 1928
Page
1
Heeney plans a flying visit to New Zealand leaving today from New York. Initial talks with Hickard aimed at discussing a potential alternative arrangement and proposed actions.
Fragmentary report notes substantial coal orders from British sources arriving at several Yorkshire ports. It mentions ships and convoy activity near Tonk and Martiat harbor, with vessels detaining fine coal pieces and records of shipments around late 19th century terms.
The NSW Premier Sydney plans to travel to Melbourne for a day and then to London for talks with Mr. Hence on Monday. The South Australia buyer Mr Tut- Inn is said to be present after a recent purchase from England. Northern Coast Governor Mr. McDonald said owners are ready to negotiate but workers must resume strikes.
The report notes Germany's largest liner program and plans for Atlantic crossings. It mentions a major showcase era with ports, ships, and a high-volume timetable amid postwar shipping revival.
An unclear report mentions Australia and Quebec with scattered names and a weekend activity. It references Monte, Mark, and Heiner Geurk with generic notes on export and inspection over a period. No clear event, dates, or outcomes are discernible from the fragments.
Fragmentary OCR reading from Sydney page mentions RF ban and Kowdunko Haars with scattered words. Unable to determine a coherent event, person, or organization. no verifiable facts for a proper card.
Fragmentary text notes maintenance orders and reciprocating relates to New Zealand and federal capital territory law. Mentions government gazette and Commonwealth governance. Content is incomplete, but indicates enforcement of maintenance orders across jurisdictions and legal framework.
Martin Moure a wholesale contractor was involved in a 1920 city council tender bid for Rhondda coal with proposed commissions. He and associates allegedly sought influence for payments while others claimed access to council contracts. The affair touched figures connected to the Central Coal and Shipping Companies and widespread bribery claims arose through 1920.
The testimony describes 300 pounds linked to a "cut up" scheme with Maling and mating documents. Money was paid to Harnehaw of Kino and to others in connection with a contract, with amounts around 40 pounds and 400 pounds noted. Witnesses Pringle, Hewee, Cyrus discuss the Hepworth matter and the 1926 tender, while the commission closes its review.
Testimony before a royal commission into city council coal contracts implicates Alderman Holdsworth and others. Richard Woof, ex superintendent of the power house, testified to a £500 bribe proposal via Paddy Stokes. The inquiry examines whether private interests influenced contracts with energy and coal firms, with several named figures questioned and recalls of past dealings.
Fragmented dispatch discusses London air defenses amid French maneuvers and perceived threats. Mentions strategic fortifications, enforcement measures, and wartime tensions shaping defense posture. Names and dates are unclear due to garbled text.
In dense fog conditions a near collision occurred affecting Perry services. A vessel drifted and blocked the hour long period, narrowly avoiding a collision near Sydney Herbeur. The fog disrupted normal operations and slowed traffic on the river, with one terry boat taking hours to regain position as the storm hazard eased.
The mayor of Huthampton Arn Fater Which invited the liner Leviathan to a ceremonial visit. Mrs Foster Weick, an mayor, planned to meet Admiral at the fort near Mewth Impton. Dock personnel provided details at the scene.
A deputation met CTMer Contmbmalonor CSE Juhi Thitterd to urge a ground on the northern river side and a 90 venom teuwe. The commission would work to make the ground available and fund pay for improvements near the river, with plans to proceed after review.
A garbled Canberra debate fragment notes Med A. Perkins and others in Parliament discussing policy. The text mentions different speakers, a reference to twins, and a potential relapse term, but specifics are unclear.
The passage criticizes war spending and calls out the Canberra capital location disputes. It notes public officials and headlines, arguing government projects should be more productive and that future Genting plans hold importance for Canberrats.
Canberra defeats Goulburn 42 in a close Inter-City match at Capitol Park. Key players from Canberra include Chinwatin Talbot Kingston Cameron Forster Malley Nulven McGinning Cuthner tion Hayil Worner Woratar and Torwards Resorven Pare and Purdy supported by local captain Had.
A man sustained critical injuries after an apparent electrical incident at a power facility near Yarden any. He was shocked by an 11 000 volt charge while coworkers reported hearing a loud electrical arc. Paramedics arrived and treated him on scene before transport.
London sees Viscount Peel as chairman of the Huntish delegation to Canada while the Lord Chancellor holds the acting prime minister role. Vincent is appointed chairman of the delegation to Canada.
A report from Captain's Flat outlines a proposed railway line with mineral transport potential. Public discussions center on economic benefits, funding, and regional development as locals consider how a new line could connect to Queanbeyan and improve access for mining districts.
The story reports that the German government informed authorities that it does not intend to exercise a proposed claim in Australia. Details are unclear due to fragmented text but imply a formal renunciation of rights related to a German possession or interests in the region.
A fragmented report claims Germany seeks to seize or control Australian property under a treaty leverage during wartime. The note mentions German demands affecting local assets and a plan tied to a 20,000,000 unit project, linked to innovation and industrial research authorities.
The Commonwealth Government announces it is prepared to accept tenders for the purchase of the inland of Admin of 3080 werem, Omar Alesisharen in ex-tyman New Vomtuva.
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