13 Jan 1930
Page 1
This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!
This newspaper page contains 19 articles. Subscribers can read the full text of each article.
Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Jan 13, 1930
Page
1
An expedition reports nearing land near the Discovery area in Antarctica, with reconnaissance indicating a coastline along Kemp Land. Persistent snow, wind, and mirage conditions hindered progress, but the team plans an airlift ascent as weather improves and a continental meteorological view becomes clearer.
A car struck pedestrians in Bay Street Sandringham as a motor tyre rider and others were dashed against a roadside. A family suffered shock and injuries including a ten year old with abrasions, while several victims were taken for medical aid. Police reported the scene near Cheltenham and Neqoan Rowil with drivers and witnesses giving accounts.
Unknown government action surfaces as officials discuss restricting silver inflows to stabilize markets. Reports indicate ministers debate the impact on global prices and domestic finance while public attention grows amid rising concerns over a potential economic shift.
Canberra Parish induction of Canon C. S. Robertson as Rector at St John’s Church draws large crowds. Dr. Radford urges rapid cathedral start and a new southern church, urging parishioners to cooperate with clergy and build a strong church presence in the city’s south.
A chaotic report details a large Ipswich crowd celebrating aviation progress and religious mockery, with references to India, Milan envy, and a crowd scene around a Christmas tree. It notes weather hampering flights, injuries, and a parade atmosphere featuring public figures and protests.
A London dispatch outlines imperial naval requirements amid growing international tension. It discusses policy shifts, the Pacific and Atlantic theaters, and the Admiralty's intent to uphold sea power, wartime readiness, and strategic deterrence through a tightened naval program and cooperative alliance measures.
Fragmented report describes a naval conference and prime ministerial arrangements with unclear wording. Mentions Monty Be aperude and the Cheaters with references to government figures and potential policy discussions. The text is garbled and reads as OCR corruption, offering limited clear names or dates.
Fragmentary text references a king and a conference with dates and actions but lacks coherent details. The readable phrases mention the king, a conference, and potential timelines, but no verifiable events, places, or participants are identifiable.
A garbled report notes a high commissioner addressing a gathering at Independence Hall about welcoming the American fleet and the nation’s republic. The remarks praise unity and world harmony while expressing hope for future Anglo American cooperation and collective strength of the commonwealth.
There is reason to believe a verbal agreement has been reached on the Young plan as disputes near settlement. Experts and bankers gather for the Hague conference where Dr. Schacht, called a bogey man by some delegates, is awaited to see how his influence may shape the negotiations.
The Senate committee investigated a document linked to Shearer amid naval propaganda claims. Dr. Willa Mutaney of New York described the memorandum as Bettie propaganda, provoking laughter as the Shearer document case unfolded. The inquiry, led by committee members, concluded afterward.
A garbled OCR style fragment cites a political letter addressed to a titled figure, discussing empire, free trade, and British elections. It mentions Conservative influence and possible critiques of leadership while noting tensions with broader imperial policy. The text is incomplete and lacks clear dates or proper names.
Wizard Smith sets a speed record reaching 144 mph at Kaitha, amid wet conditions described as very poor. The event, timed with special apparatus by the Auckland Automobile Association in conjunction with the Royal Automobile Club of London, lists Mr Hy Hutheor as the officiant and names Coleman as the timekeeper Vinekeeper.
The new speed car, built for a 250 mph goal, is tested at Hub factory in London. Baye Poe reports the attempt will occur on the Porting Rands or in Florida, pending new tests and regulatory approval.
Sydney report notes the northern branch of the Austra Union moved to declare Rothbury coal area black. Police presence, mounting tension, and miners’ unrest trigger pending action. Rumors swirl of a march next Tuesday as daily papers reflect the grim status.
Mr James attacks government amid a rainy rally to discuss the miners’ situation. Rodames praised the march toward Rothbury while Juntas warned of police tactics as crowds faced a passing police car. James accused officials of blocking miners by constitution. Davies cited nine months without pay driving desperate action.
Pickets block safety men from entering mines on Saturday causing potential sealing of Bobbied Cot and stoppage of annual work. Officials worry widespread closures if access remains blocked, as villagers fear lost power supply from the mine. High tension and limited details in fragmented report.
Fragmented educational note argues that schooling rests with the Church and family, while the State has a role in public welfare. It critiques militarism and sexual education and references the Pope’s stance on moral responsibility and civic guidance.
An Australian-Australian correspondent compares Melbourne clothing prices with prices charged by a major wholesaler in Leeds. Melbourne figures 14/ and 84/ 30/ and 8/ and 18/8. Leeds shows similar items priced 2/ and 1T/ and pampetively. A Leeds outfitter notes the difficulty of dealing with Parisians without taking the Melbourne culture into account.
We want people to find what they are looking for at NewspaperArchive. We are confident that we have the newspapers that will increase the value of your family history or other historical research. With our 7-day free trial, you can view the documents you find for free.
People find the most success using advanced search. Try plugging in keywords, names, dates, and locations, and get matched with results from the entire collection of newspapers at NewspaperArchive!
You can also successfully find newspapers by these browse options. Explore our archives on your own!
Browse by location and discover newspapers from all across the world.
Browse by date and find publications for a specific day or era.
Browse old newspaper publications to find specific newspapers.