14 Feb 1930
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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Feb 14, 1930
Page
1
Heated Upper House session centers on a referendum vote and 비용 concerns. Leaders clash over unemployment relief, funding, and the political impact of abolishing the Upper House, with opposition arguing policy shifts and government defending the current structure and costs.
Police uncover a trunk in London containing human bones and torn fabric. Investigators examine the remains as they search for the origin and context of the discovery amid a tense urban mystery.
British claims on the Soviet government involve a formal process tied to an accord. The document outlines the status of assets including private property and other claims. It notes a mechanism for compensation and the Soviet ambassador’s role in presenting requisitions.
A fragmented OCR item notes Dy Stradnroke in a local tennis event with references to Wertnowaay and Hovurwar, indicating a minor match or player appearance. Details are unclear due to garbled text, but the snippet centers on a sports entry involving unidentified players and a venue.
Prime Minister Scullin signaled no commitment to Imperial Airways control of the Singapore to Australia air link. He noted past government preference for a Commonwealth‑owned half shares in a Singapore–Australia operator and urged more information before action. The discussion touched on imperial route management and potential Commonwealth directors for the project.
A fragmentary draft reports Chicago citizens forming a group to counter gang activity. It mentions street violence, community action, and references to the police or military in vague terms, with unclear names and places due to OCR damage. The item reads as a local crime prevention note amid garbled text and partial sentences.
A fragmentary report mentions Allan Goold, Mr Gill, and Cherie Malvern in a discussion about ministerial matters, development in Canberra, and possible Australian visitors. It notes hopes for a tour including Canberra and mentions Davind count tier period and associations with a market or capital funds.
Two New Zealand airmen, Piper and Kay, have arrived at Malta on a Wednesday. The news note records their presence in the area with minimal additional detail.
A large Thanksgiving Mass was held for a prominent local figure in Sydney at Mary Cathedral with Archbishop Cattanes and other church leaders in attendance. Government and parish officials joined clergy and families in a celebration noting a milestone birthday and community service.
A fragmented OCR item reports a fatal incident at a coal drying plant in Metlbourne. The readable text mentions a worker named Thursby and references a boiler room and late extraction, with police or officials noted but specifics unclear.
At the naval conference progress is technical and involves a printed compromise table on tonnage methods. Italy and France show cautious support for reductions including scrapping capital ships. Discussion hints big reductions could affect submarine fleets, with a joint Anglo American proposal cited as related.
In a delayed reply to Parliament, First Lord AV Alexander stated any proposed reductions would be examined after full inquiry. He indicated the British Navy would assess implications and aim to meet any stated requirements following investigation.
A report from Washington notes Rodney Washington declines to comment amid a tense congressional hearing. The unnamed secretary Ary Cotton signals cautious remarks as officials discuss policy shifts and potential new leadership, with attendees awaiting formal statements.
A chaotic report from Warrington and surrounding areas recounts religious persecution debates amid railway disruption and a public prayer controversy. Key figures include Clergy leaders and municipal officials as motions pass for a March 18 service while calls for broader church protections echo through the convocation.
Tribal forces and Afghan government factions clash near a contested border area amid rising tensions. Reports describe attacks and attempted captures around Kalil and West border provinces as winter approaches, with both sides mobilizing along volatile routes.
Report outlines a Romanian espionage investigation with a suspect named Kargst and multiple arrests. It notes a midnight shoreline incident, a detained individual described as a key woman, and an important document in play. Authorities describe a rigged Strait situation and ongoing leads.
Fragmentary text reports on a neutrality proposal involving the Philippines and a diplomatic response. Mentions Tim Ladily TeleMon, Amarin delegation, and mutual mediation efforts. References to Britain and unnamed officials, unclear dates.
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