27 Feb 1930
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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Feb 27, 1930
Page
1
A Sydney protest by about sixty unemployed men moved along Brevet Le Macquaris Street to the parliament area. Police halted the crowd after they stormed a gate near a house, papers report. Three arrests followed, including a man accused of using disruptive tactics.
In Melbourne events unfold as Lang leads a protest against police protection at Parliament House. He and supporters argue for free expression while government MPs push back, citing security concerns and parliamentary procedure. The session pauses as authorities address the dispute.
A garbled Soviet era notice mentions a ban and a commission, with distorted phrases about automatics and a protest line. Key names and dates are unreadable, rendering the event details unclear and the outcome uncertain.
The Radical motion wins 292 to 277 against the ministry in a no confidence vote. Chautemps’ cabinet resigns after a defeat in the Chamber of Deputies, with Reynaud and others pointing to government failures amid a volatile political period.
Reports claim ex King Amanullah reached Angers en route to Afghanistan triggering Kabul’s excitement as the government weighs possible Turkish aid and swift political moves. The scene in Kabul hints at regional repercussions and uncertain royal loyalty amid ongoing upheaval.
Fragmented telegraph copy discusses Allied views on France, Britain, and the war’s course. It notes possible delays in meetings and the need for observers to attend briefings, citing American and British perspectives on sustaining wartime morale and political cohesion.
A severe wheat market drop hits 98 cents in Chicago before a dollar rally at 1 pm. The U S steel shares decline and stock exchanges show widespread grain weakness, with global price trends dragging commodity values down. The day features volatile trading as farmers face low prices and potential policy talk.
A garbled report references Dr Alcorn objecting to a plan involving city rate impacts and advertising in Sydney suburbs. It mentions a Monday March 49 event, a public inquiry into investments, and varied reactions across social classes, with suburban residents disputing perceived inequities.
Farliavent House was guarded at night by 29 police officers stationed at entrances and along Macqueris Street. Tardieu Government sought to ease taxpayers burden. M. Briagit prepared a peace policy for London. Mr. Blum noted Socially supported the Government despite differences on poNte purity. Pardte'y Whirly backed the Government, which was defeated 292 to 217.
A London based tariff article reports on proposed reductions and potential production adjustments. Officials discuss cooperation between manufacturers and authorities to stabilize prices and supply while considering duties and imports. The piece mentions figures and locations tied to the industry and policy debate.
In a tragic blaze at a Wourud factory in Lan mon, 108 people were rescued or treated as flames destroyed parts of the building. The fire, which killed several workers, prompted authorities to investigate the cause and evacuation procedures.
An old report notes obsolete destroyers Sain and Hira matta were handed over to a foreign power amid a push by the Meteorol Government to destroy them. The transfer involved a frenzied exchange and questions about pricing and disposal methods.
A fragmented report from Reuters Wart Geren cites Northam Minny Federation officials praising Mr Bruce during a ceremony in Melbourne. The remarks highlight admiration for past leadership and promises to boost mine production and development, amid political tension and industry challenges.
The Graziers Association asks the federal and state governments to grant a time extension for paying income taxes this year. The association president, Mr Tout, presented the request to the cabinet, stressing the serious need for relief for taxpayers facing payment deadlines.
Analysis notes severe data gaps and garbled text. identifies a weather discussion referencing longitude, direction, and coastal observations. Mentions South region and fastening to oceanic conditions, with unclear measurements and terminology.
The Australian beef writer reports Fenton meeting a British cabinet minister to discuss meat supply shifts from Argentina and Britain to Australia. Fenton asserts Australia could replace imports, noting the United States as an importer, and stresses improving tree-greaphing and export potential as a national objective.
A scant and garbled note threatens action against the Viceroy over pending vials of Andes nachos. It vows government action within a week as a protest against perceived oppression and misrule. The fragmentary text hints at political conflict and unrest.
Fragmented report notes German fleet shift from Wilhelmshaven to the Baltic to counter French pressure and influence Russia’s stance, with emphasis on political gestures and ongoing repairs amid tension in the region. The piece hints at strategic aims in the broader war context and the need to project strength while managing logistics.
A fragmentary Monaro Labour ballot report notes P. V. Stokes and other nominees, with unclear text about endorsers and the voting outcome. The piece mentions a voter tally, reception within the movement, and disputed entries, but many details are unreadable.
Analysis notes shifts in national spending, linking £2000 earmarked for canal and public works to housing and ornamental improvements. Government plans a Canberra transfer, with new funding tied to urban development and prison? No, and the text is garbled.
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