15 Feb 1930
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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Feb 15, 1930
Page
1
A damaged OCR item records a missionary visit linked to Canberra and Mul questions a ceremony in New Orleans. It mentions a speaker or host Chambers and a Rok Hall event with a visiting missioner, with scattered names and dates obscured in the fragment.
Fragmentary text references a poisoning death involving a widow and a purchase in Melbourne with unclear names and details. The fragment hints at a government action and a vermin control context but provides no verifiable dates or parties.
A disrupted OCR fragment references a smuggling case, court proceedings, and multiple names including Mr Godden and Nich Livy. Details are garbled but indicate a De Pon Court hearing on a Friday with mentions of a maritime or border matter and various parties identified only in partial form.
Fragments show MPs in London raised Russia’s religious persecution during debates in both houses. Foreign Secretary Arthur won, Cardinal Bowne, and the Pope figure in protests while Moscow reportedly condemns Western actions. Estimates claim 31 bishops and 1,560 clergy killed, 7,000 monks and nuns dead, and 2,000 churches closed last year.
Mr te Rims, director of Aue teattan Iron Und Bleel Ll and Dore en Long and Vu Ltd, announced plans to provide work for 3,000 in Port Kembla. The announcement notes new recruitment and a focus on iron and steel production, with details on matching roles and wages.
A London report notes Archbishop considers the religious value of broadcasting church services. The piece laments public worship being spread via wireless programmes while many listeners, including the elderly, remain seated in comfort listening from home.
Airhunete briefing from Newark discusses persistent betting money amid weak finances. Hackett notes that despite losses the pool remains active with wagers on various events. Temperature of the market shown by 60 cent bets and ongoing speculation reflect continued demand even in uncertain conditions.
A garbled report notes widespread employment effects from a railway job curtailment with 3 million implied figures and potential further reductions. It mentions maternity matters, analysis, and an investigation into revenue and labor actions affecting up to 1300 men and broader workers.
Fragmentary report describes a conversion loan with cash flow details and valuations. It notes a £4,903,000 total value, a list of securities for conversion, and payments to be made to holders at a specified maturity date, with references to institutions and the related voting and subscription process.
Japan and France issued declarations at the naval conference as debates widen. France offers only a five year partial building holiday while Italy seeks European parity and may push scrapping of battleships and submarines. Italy bases its case on geography and pushes for reduced force, with Japan resisting plans to reveal capital ship cuts.
Sir Hubert Wilkins plans to arrive in New York on February 14 after leaving Deception Island on February 12 aboard the Scoresby. He will proceed immediately to Monte for further tests and experiments as part of the expedition.
In the Commons Mr Hidway and others discuss naval policy. The debate covers cruiser numbers and the admiralty's balance between wartime demands and peacetime limitations. Aiming to reduce forces to affordable levels, the government argues for restraint while preserving essential naval strength.
The Interim Court examined Communist activity tied to a meeting in Capeyown. The minister argued international dispatches sent to organize the movement in Rovon Attica Mines October 168percent. The court considered evidence about alleged promotion of native development policies and employment impacts.
Fragmentary text shows Chicago tensions with references to Mayor Thompson and industry leaders. Randolph, president of Industry Revolution, questions the city's business impact amid rising taxes and higher surcharges. The document hints at investigative scrutiny and economic strain, with turmoil hinted in municipal and industrial circles.
Capetown Thursday reports a major blaze in Diamond City wiping out nine buildings including a large dra store Theatre Royal and Waltort Cafe. The fire began at around eleven o clock and spread through the town as residents and firefighters battled the flames with limited water supply.
Local miners and lodges clash with efforts to set compromise rates affecting Richmond Meat Culinary works. Opposition argues the plan risks disruption to ongoing operations and livelihoods. Friction rises as groups push for a favorable outcome amid tense negotiations.
The lure of £50,000 to write a talking film drew writer Wredester Ronedals to Hollywood. He left for New York with unknown aim but returned to London after an aborted Cherbourg voyage. He quipped about seeking a quiet time and money not moving him to New York. A small cat remained aboard during the incident.
The Paculty of Medicine reports the discovery of a new drug MOMUTNEAT in a Washington laboratory at MeCHill University. Dr. Gantims and Dedarie Wottig led the research with input from Alp rthur Currin, president of Mochi University, noting the breakthrough could bring relief and comfort to thousands of women.
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