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Newspaper

Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Jan 13, 1928

Page

14

Britain's Oil From Earth's Heat Could Transform Energy Prospects

Dr. C H Lander of England's research board says vast oil in Britain's underground reserves may be accessed with intensive research. A Harrogate Leeds talk outlines tapping hot rock with steam to drive power, potentially equaling U S petroleum reserves. experts warn heavy costs and technical hurdles remain.

Britain C.H. Lander Rel Research Board England Huniieh Association of Leeds Dritain Une United States J. C. Hedigean San Byiunelnenen Hodacom Uae

Ancient Trees in Central Asia and Africa Spark Dendrochronology Talk

A fragment discusses dendrochronology and the search for ancient living trees or stumps in Central Asia and Africa. It notes discoveries by "dendroflogtats" and delays in finding ancient skeletons, referencing a Mexican shrub and the emergence of a new scholarly focus on tree ages and historical evidence.

Asha Lion Pune

Archbishops Praise For Esteemed Clergyman Recalls Victoria Ties

A local tribute honors Arch bishop with warm regard for his decades of service in Victoria. The article highlights his unifying leadership, mild manner, and broad public respect across creeds. It notes Cardinal prospects for Archbishop Mannix and the community hopes for his healthful return.

Wableby Rica Tigre Tie Eteetos Millbourne Bishop Moorhouse Melhowris Avoldlthep Corr Laws Vicetoria Mannix Troly Lees Mulbourne Knouwlog Diay Victorio

Shipping workers clash over Pot policy and union power

A fragmented report notes Seamen's Union tensions led by Johannsen and a threat by the Federal Government to offer new terms. The controversy centers on ship layups, retrenchment demands, and a challenge to allied waterside services over the Lady Loch.

Vommeniseion Moreton Bay Seamen's Union Deal Johannsen Prevallatoyer Ae Wolves 1 Tla Eaitee Unionn Charlton Betwern Bac Wl Cool Carriage Oller Fie Alipe Uatrapian

Seamen's Union Claims Power Over Maritime Affairs

Navy and Seamen's Union clash over control of maritime affairs as union allies assert dominance despite Navigation Acts in force. The statement frames the union as having broad influence in maritime policy and operations.

Navy Seamen’s Union

Seaside Suburb Faces Turbulent Times and Local Scrutiny

In a coastal suburb, persistent disorder and alcohol related issues drew police attention. A visiting magistrate faced a controversial language dispute over a written statement, quoting a pound per word. Local figure W. M. Haithes admonished that Chelsea cannot resemble Canberra, implying broader criticism of governance.

Chelwen Brogaide Ump Wig¢Lianes W. M. Haithes Chelsea

Melbourne Faces Sharp Rise in Daylight Jewelry Heists

Melbourne records a wave of downtown robberies with daylight window smashing at jewellers and large jewellery hauls. Police report brutal night hold ups and swift escapes despite officers on patrol. Two thieves escaped with £2000 worth of gems in the centre of the city, vanishing into lanes and crowds.

Victorian Tlie Melbourne

Unwilling Trip for Victoria’s Latour Premier Hogan

Efforts to induce Victoria’s Latour Premier Mr Hogan to travel abroad are reported as a means to reorganize the Agent-General affair and improve produce usage. Hogan, seeking relief from duties, fears cabinet disruption if absent long. The autocratic premier keeps tight control while Labour whispers warn against rash moves.

Victoria Mr. Hogan Hogan Attein Whiapers Labour Ranka

Longevity Of Whales Among Longest Lived Creatures

The article surveys animal lifespans from rats living five to six years to tortoises reaching two centuries. It notes horses and cattle 15 to 30 years, lions and bears about 30, parrots over 70, and whales about a thousand years as the longest lived creature. It mentions a Versailles clock and Marie Antoinette as curiosities.

Oe Corp Versailion Marke Antoinette Guillation Ira

Unclear Arbitration Acta Plea Amid Maritime Disputes

Fragmentary report shows a court hearing over claims of prime authority and deportation in maritime matters. It notes a foreign named man denying birthplace knowledge and mentions a ship crew seeking permanent enrolment in Commonwealth services, with past Scandinavian composition and a call for orderly management.

World Butter Trade Details From 1920s Report

A 1920s Department of Commerce Foodstuffs Division study outlines butter trade flows. Denmark led exports in 1926 with about 20 percent of shipments to Britain and 24 percent to Germany, while New Zealand and the Netherlands also showed strong roles. Germany remained a major market, absorbing over 20 percent of world exports.

Department of Commerce Great Brita Germany Kaemmark Russia Australia Noetherland Sweden Eclune Lund Finland Denmark New Zealand Netherlands Trista Free State Great Britain Switzerland Control Board Pacific Argentina United States Europe Estonia Latavia Rusa Hutter New Zinland England Baltic States Austrrasia New Zeatland Weet Indies Union of Lesen Africa Buborta

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