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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Jan 03, 1931
Page
1
A fragmented report discusses deviations on the East West Line near Adelaide and the costs to repair damaged portions. It notes delays of three to four months for provision of remittance from Victoria, South Australia, and New South Wales. The piece references bank actions, maturity terms, and the impact on financing and taxation.
An Ottawa style report notes living costs in Canberra with warnings of rising commodity prices. Storekeepers complain of scarce staple goods amid demand for stable quality, while officials debate supply measures and a national market outlook.
Friday reports show city firms plan notices to dismiss about twenty to twenty five percent of staff on Monday next after ending rationing. The shift to a 44 hour week with 48 hours pay may lift production costs by ten to twelve percent.
Fragmented OCR text outlines militants and political maneuvering around federal seats. Mentions individuals such as Mr W Watkin, Mr J S Garton, and Alderman Wardly, with references to elections, parliamentary honors, and potential defeats. Context remains unclear due to garbled wording and missing details.
In an early morning incident in Modtort Mudbeet two men attempted theft at Blackmurns Clothing Factory. They fled when confronted but were restrained after drawing a revolver, then handcuffed and taken to the local jail. Authorities allege stolen garments valued at more than funds were involved with names tied to Tankytown and Belvo.
In a defense of a bank at Mingo in New South Wales a 20 year old clerk, Pridis Terian Mieney, was wounded after encountering an intruder on the premises. The assailant fled through a back door as shots were fired. Harney, attacked during the incident, was taken to hospital in unstable condition. police report unclear on outcome.
A fragmented report outlines soldiers on wharfs and amendments to water regulations. It mentions compensation, pension provisions, and employer roles, with references to the Pensioners Act and port worker protections. The piece notes prior dates and amendments affecting license holders and mobility under statutory provisions.
In Melbourne Finlay Mer. uate tanks the High Court Chambers today held an order preventing the Federal Government from pulling into operation a regulation. The Waterable Workers Feista Chon deadline is moved to Wednesday next while His Honour seeks a routy to risal with the notion. The employed are aiming to show the regulations are in ath.
A garbled draft describes a cabinet gathering with references to a reform timetable and possible prime minister, but the text is fragmentary and difficult to decode. Key names and places are obscured, leaving the agenda and participants unresolved.
A fragile excerpt outlines a proposed review of land values across New South Wales. It mentions a lands validation by authorities, a valuation process across districts, and publication of the plan with required evidence and parameters. The text reflects formal government procedures and planned steps for assessing property values.
A garbled report notes a attempted plan by unnamed insiders to influence weekly hearings and block passage of a bill. Key details are unclear, but the act allegedly involved employee bands arranging actions to hinder the process, with authorities seeking to uncover the motive and participants.
Amy Johnson chronicles a long journey from London toward Peking passing Warsaw and Omsk with stops and weather troubles. She notes hotel difficulties and hoped for an aerodrome as darkness and poor weather pressed onward toward Cologne and beyond.
Gloomy reports from London discuss Amy Johnson amid illness and rumors of a dangerous decline. The Daily Express notes alarming secrecy over her health and hints of a failed China flight, with commentators questioning the tour’s future and Johnson’s resilience as supporters seek clarity.
Negotiations between the Department of Agriculture and two large wheat firms aim to ship about 500000 additional bushels from Sydney terminals next week. Much of current import is under grade and not for human use. the plan targets feed grade and pig rations only.
A false report claimed Marshal Joffre was dead and in a state of distress. The rumor swept France causing public consternation as officials and ministers denied the claim and observed periods of national mourning. Public buildings flew flags and citizens questioned the accuracy of the tale amid assurances of his safety.
Italian leader Mussolini defended fascist policies amid fears of another war. The speech, reported from Rome, criticized parliamentary weakness and warned that without strong state power, Italy would face instability. The piece notes tensions with Britain and shifting alliances influencing Europe's fragile peace.
The Willaes Vontrot Council invites Linden McCopachy Newnmen and Hiela to confer at the home of wearing the yarrtinipation to the chairionatin.
A fragmentary note claims Allen Amy Johnson faced an eight count technical offence amid a government work involvement. The source text is garbled and references a "Tiata Herald" with unclear dates or places, making specifics uncertain.
The minister for Angelo Sesburving orders immediate contact with the Detoner Hepaetitent and a private inquiry into the plane incident. Officials seek exact equipment details and crew status after a forest landing that prompted a mining expedition.
A fragmentary report notes aircraft leaving Moree for Melbourne in a search operation involving Centra Australia mining figures Pittenbrigh and Thane. Details are unclear, but the action centers on early morning movement toward Alen Springs with potential aerial reconnaissance.
A sizable meeting of the Workers Union prompted the strike action against mining companies at Broken Hill. The union members demanded a halt to operations, causing widespread disruption across the mining district.
A Thursday ambush near MANA NICARAGUAN yields heavy U S Marines losses as units confront bandits in a new offensive push. Reports say several marines were killed with others wounded in the attack, marking the first significant Marine combat casualties in over a year. General Havittine confirmed ongoing operations and noted the sustained danger in the area.
In Auckland on Friday The Clidford Pinte 1A mnibem con at Auckland. Rady Club's mallammer twelve to day. Wad Wan By Night march from Lady Can and Gone coatraire.
In South Wales four hundred twenty coal pits remain idle while only a subset of miners are on duty. The ongoing disruption threatens resumed production and raises questions about joint action by owners and unions as workers ponder solutions in coming days. Names and places are unclear due to damaged OCR text.
Turndas and Terlin report Hindenburg calls for revision of the Yours Winn as Germany faces internal divisions and external pressures. The plan aims to unify the nation and avert a perilous path toward war, urging renewed focus on national strength and diplomacy.
A cyclone struck near Tuncurry afternoon, drowning a fishing launch. Arthur Ernest Prior, 87, was found unconscious on the beach and died later. His nephews Geoffray Prior and Stanley Hart were among three men lost. rescue teams hunted for bodies for hours without success.
Revenue at Central Station and city ticket offices fell from December to January compared with the same period last year, with figures grouped under the AYDNEY and BOumne locations and the Aydnay ticket office showing declines.
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