28 Aug 1928
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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Aug 28, 1928
Page
1
The Admiralty plans to transfer the bodies of L-85 submarine victims in the Baltic Sea to a cruiser for return to England. Soviet authorities will hand over the crew remains to the steamer Thurg, which will rendezvous with a cruiser at Ballle.
The Public Accounts Committee heard William N. Rowse, Chief Accountant of the Federal Capital Commission, outline total capital expenditure from revenue and loans for the Canberra territory. He detailed administration costs, maintenance, and sinking fund charges, with projected deficits and potential revenue from water, electricity, and rents, noting stock and Yarralumla cost uncertainties as the inquiry continued.
The Prime Minister Bruce announced Tasmania would receive a lowered Commonwealth grant of 226000 for the current year after a review of finances. He said rail losses persist despite tax relief and road improvements, and the Commonwealth offered joint internal transport investigation.
Delegates from multiple nations have arrived for the Peace Pact signing in Paris. Flags of all signatories are displayed as receptions fill the day at Kellogg's embassy banquet for 58 guests. Dr. Streeseman is the sole absentee.
London readers report broad ecclesiastical support for the Kellogg peace pact as preachers from diverse denominations voice optimism. Leaders including the Archbishop of Canterbury and the Free Church Council share belief in a favorable outcome during a gathering in England with notable American clergy present.
Dr. Streeseman, first German foreign minister to visit Paris since 1870, arrives amid cheers from German residents and protests by some French residents. He meets French officials cordially and poses for photographers before dining at the German Embassy. The visit underscores hopes for renewed European peace and a revived Franco German pact.
Reports from New York and London claim a forged document purportedly from Sir Austen Chamberlain to Briand urged Franco British cooperation in the Pacific and Far East. The forgery sparked diplomatic worry as newspapers note risk to the peace pact and American participation, with the Foreign Office denying any communication.
Nine tenders were received by the Works Department for the supply of a power train for the Ragglara Canberra project and the Horrinjuck Hydro Electric transmission line. The tenders are to be reported.
Oslo meet caption notes Charles of Lund Sweden won the 400 Metres handicap with a time of 74. seconds while Chariton recorded 308 seconds for the best lie in the event.
Toy Chariton won the 100 metres free style with a time of 22.10 seconds. The report notes a swimmer from Queensland finished third.
The case against Wir tranted today in the court of Britain and Wilcox Ltd stands adjourned for two weeks. They are accused of corruptly giving mage Maling £10,600 and the matter will return on September 10 for further hearings.
In Queanbeyan the Wardens Court heard James Walker seek suspension of lease conditions for Monaro Brick Co. He argued works were closed due to shortages and lack of bricks while £12,000 had been spent and £4,000 of plant lay unused. The court granted the application, enabling continued operations and employment for about twenty men.
Thomas Frienson, 60, a farmer from Winrelow, who married recently at Kensington, collapsed while waiting for an interview at the Dagel Aid Department. He was conveyed to hospital where he was pronounced extinct.
The advert by the Chief Electoral Officer explains that voting on Saturday September 1 will require voters to indicate their Preference by numbers in figures. The use of cragees instead of figures will invalidate the ballot paper.
Prime Minister Brucs said a proposal by Lars Arundahl to establish a mail service between Tasmania and the Australian mainland using the Wermer Wal lying boat was communicated to him. The matter was referred to the Portmaster General, with guidance for sponsors to contact the official.
The signing ceremony of the peace treaty at Poria will be broadcast by British aviation. It is anticipated listeners in distant parts will hear the speeches.
Federal Treasurer Dr Page and Attorney-General Mr Latham met with Premier Havin and Assistant Treasurer Stevens to discuss the coal chain. They expected an early substantial reduction in coal prices and expressed optimism about the outcome.
The Southern Crease arrived in Ale aid e shortly before 4 o clock this morning from Tammin West Australia. It is expected that the machine will leave tomorrow morning for Melbourne.
Sir Keith Smith, famed aviator, criticized a proposed Australasian air service with foreign planes and capital. He argued Britain can supply advanced aircraft and warned against premature flying, saying a wireless operator and navigator would be essential for any flight while stressing safety precautions.
Squadron Leader Kingu declines Adelaide challenge as he faces the Tasman race toward New Zealand. The brief report notes his stance and the context of the competing route.
Lloyds in London report no contract with Dutch salvors for a fresh attempt to raise the Lutine wreck off the Dutch coast from 1799. The ship remains among Lloyds underwriters heaviest losses with only the ship’s bell recovered to date.
Rev. Franklin Fulmids on, once missing from England, told investigators he came to Canada to study farm selling opportunities for young men. He described his movements after being reported near Beevetly and noted his secretary and man knew when he travelled.
The Joint Parliamentary Committee of Public Accounts is close to completing its examination into housing and building conditions in Canberra. Only a few witnesses remain to be questioned before evidence is finished, after which the committee will prepare its report for Parliament prior to the rising of the House.
He indicates intent to work land and harvest fields to gain experience in sexual matters and to stay in the Brooks district for about a month. He then hopes to study methods used in colleges and pursue education matters. He tells the M C A official in Winnipeg he intends to reside permanently in Canada and may take an Anglican rectory if available.
John Parrick Meynebda, an 18 year old labourer, faced trial at the Central Mollve Court on a September offence for felonious acts. He is charged with falsely claiming to be William to defraud George Killy of 23/9 while working at a railway ticket office and making statements about his father being a policeman. He offered no statement when the charges were read.
Fragmentary text references Col ET Beas Bee and mentions breathers who worked to the Great. No clear event dates, organizations, or outcomes are discernible from the readable portion.
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