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Newspaper

Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Jan 14, 1929

Page

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Delayed Kellogg Pact Faces Senate Rift in Washington

Reported Saturday from Washington describes delay over the Kellogg Pact as senators seek signatures to oppose the agreement. White House and leaders including Borah and Hitchcock discuss how to push the pact through amid opposition and foreign policy debates.

Washington Sener Blagham Benate Ted Totas Valern Hin Moolldae Cally Bingham Beeston Bingham Eeu Cartier Femlers Peter Borah the Senate

Attack on Britain By Retiring Senator

Fragmented text describes a debate on Britain and peace, with references to the Treaty of Versailles and U S stance. Mentions senators and foreign relations, with scattered phrases about peace, defense, and alliances.

Washington Sucinday Fenton Mae Wien Annie Piste China Aye Austria Britain Lirttuna Canada Berna United Lliony Eirituin Tuilerest Avilon

Renewal arrangements for city council report

The quarterly report notes that renewals were completed with the commission offering by policy five year terms if desired. During the quarter, two additional permits to the city area were advised, though the large foam material remains an issue.

Tee Dearie Melconnen AEA

Lindburgh Big Aerial Cruise Promised for New York

Fragmentary OCR notes describe a February 1 event in New York involving a large aerial cruise by a noted pilot and passengers aboard a craft from a Canadian route. The passage mentions the US and Canadian context and a technical adviser from Pee American Airways Incorporated.

New York Crintolal Canadiens Silthie Trail Mall Pee-American Airways, Incor SS Fidch Company Ie

Fourth Commissioner race narrows to four likely candidates

A flood of enrolment claims filled the registrar's day as up to 1,300 voters appear eligible. Nominations close at noon today. Four contenders remain: Dr R M Alcorn Col J T H Goodwin Mr J S Crapp and Dr J F Watson.

Jeffreys F. C. Green R. M. Alcorn J. T. H. Goodwin J. 5. Crapp J. F. Watson

Advisory Council Election Message From Dr Alcorn

Citizens elect advisory council as Dr Alcorn outlines policy against Paneeriy officialim and cites Ram Chigier and Weyt notice in campaign for third commissioner. He pledges to oppose abuse of power and protect local liberty while calling for accountability and reform.

Paneer Iy Belewwee Andy Leery Voutell Citieais Uniel Sul Aleorn Iis Third Commisvhones Afcorn Balioday Chie Ram Chigier Perry Endeavourine Poapearhead

Board of Inquiry Names Officers Amid Controversy

A board of inquiry examines military leadership and procedural integrity amid questions over in camera versus public hearings. Brigadier General questions surface about public access and command authority while lawyers discuss representation and counsel.

Prize Offered for Non-Stop Round the World Flight

A large prize of 10000 pounds is announced for a non-stop round the world flight. The event centers on Vancouver and Saturn with ties to a Denver project. Details are unclear due to damaged text but imply a new record attempt with a start and finish around December.

Vancouver Saturn Denver Ortmun

Conception of Third Commissionership Reflected in Debate

A lengthy report discusses the idea of appointing a third commissioner and the timing of the Commission's meetings. It notes the government amendment to the Seat of Government Administration Act, the possibility of representing Hemet more fully, and the impact on eligibility, attendance, and the electoral process. The article mentions plans to ensure committee members attend meetings and complete required positions before formal proceedings begin.

Cheech Toran Willer Eveh Peeeeribadd

The King Passes Restful Day in Lonthol Saturny

A royal bulletin reports the king had a restful day with no major health concerns. Updates indicate ongoing care and plans for a forthcoming morning bulletin as the queen remains at his side amid extreme cold weather. The palace notes continued attention to the king’s condition and possible movement in the near term.

Lonthol Saturny Branles Tiewett Lord Dawron Stanley Hewett Iby Peewsen Antil Bostiectese Chiattis

Reforms in Afghanistan Reversed by King After Tour

Afghan reform program largely scrapped as King An Anellah ends European influenced policies. Girls schools and women’s education halted. girls sent to Turkey recalled. Soldiers barred from following holy men. Peshawar exile and arrests tied to royal authority and royal title.

Calcutta Amant Afghan Kabil Ananellah Turkey Holy Nen Peshawar Sirdar Atar Afghanistan Bemler Ile Arwar Muhmad Khan

Unclear foreign loan policy noted in terse report

Fragmentary OCR shows references to a German loan program and Treasury Department actions, mentioning steel markets and a plea concerning genetic topics, with multiple garbled names and dates making precise facts unavailable.

Boy badly bitten in Bondi shark attack tragedy

An Australian boy aged twenty two, te Phe Kiawah, suffered fatal injuries after a shark attack near Bondi Beach. Eyewitnesses described confusion as onlookers and Red Cross volunteers attended the scene. Lifesaving efforts were made but the patient died from his injuries.

China Aims for Militarist Power Under National Policy

A statement from Finance Minister Buong claims 41 percent of national revenue will fund the armed forces. A summit led by Chiang Kai Shek in Nanking outlines future policy, abolishing regional control in favor of centralized defense zones under central authorities.

China Alent Buong Nanking Ching Kai Shek Bern

Prohibition Huge Sum Voted To Secure Enforcement

The report notes a large appropriation approved by lawmakers to bolster enforcement of prohibition laws. Details describe the increase in funds for inspectors and agents, with a committee chair seeking a clear statement of personnel and duties amid ongoing efforts.

Washington Pluniday

Transfer of 108 officers under lands department

Lands Department completes arrangements for the transfer of 64 officers from the Works and Railways departments and assigns housing for officers relocating to new posts. The report notes committee involvement and coming changes within the works and railway offices.

Lands Department

Big Change in Oversea Freights and Measurement Tonnage

Reported decision to omit steel freight from measurement tonnage caused a stir among shipowners and shippers. The move aimed to reduce costs but faced opposition from stakeholders who warned it could harm competition. Officials weigh wholesale reforms and timing of public notice.

LAN Unos Bntioh

Noxious Weeds Eradication Efforts in Territory Districts

The Commission undertakes weed destruction in Belconnen and Hall districts through an agreement with individual levees. Lessees must bear a portion of the costs in this eradication program aimed at controlling noxious weeds.

Belconnen Hall

Knife found by poetce kydeny at fruit shop clash

Italian shopkeeper allegedly mobbed Harry Lund 47 tramway worker and his wife Adelaine Lamb at a Hom i Junction fruit shop after a potato dispute. Lund gravely injured, Lamb wounded. police arrest shopkeeper who denies using a knife. Doctors fear for Lund’s life.

Kydney Homi Junction Harry Lund Woolthra Adelaine Lamb Mote Lenkyee Wimg Off

Hinkler Wins Gold Medal in International Feat

Hinkler secures the gold medal amid a tight race as peers Fr ias and others trail closely. The event highlights include mentions of Kingeffrd Sohn Wilkine Tee La Chern and Vietes, with several contenders receiving near identical votes, each just one short of Hinkler.

Vatue Frias Cretion Feds Lert Hinkler Jgedd Austratia Kingeffrd Sohn Wilkine Tee la Chern Vietes Pinkie Ferraro Tealy Bievgil Alinkler

Borg Wins Sydney 50 Yard Championship at Domain

Arne Borg of Sweden won the 50 yards championship by two yards at the Domain in Sydney yesterday. Manly's Soe Pyon took second, Owen Griffiths of Sydney was third, with Hore congratulating Ryan after the finish. Time reports suggest a world record attempt, but Borg completed the distance in five minutes 615 seconds for the full race.

Sydney Suny Arne Borg Kouth Waler Soe Pyon Manly Owen Griffiths Sydney Luk Hore Ryan

Missing Mr A K Murray Seeks Baronetcy Claim

A confused report describes Aleunder Keppeth Murray seeking a baronetcy in Britain. He allegedly arrived in London to press a claim, communicated with Australia House, and held talks with Scottish authorities, with letters to Sir Granville Ryde and others. Murray, editor of the Federal Capital Pioneer Canberra, previously founded the paper and later dispersed his interest to Federal Spital Press Australia Ltd.

Ladindon Saturay Aleunder Keppeth Murray Eei-Hoewn Coubetra London Wesimadniye Awetrwdia House Lecton Alexander Mournay Lin Federal Spital Press of Australia, Ltd

Plan for Channel tunnel sparks wide political debate

London headlines reflect a heated discussion in the House of Commons over a proposed Channel tunnel linking Britain and the Continent. Viscount Cecil and other officials weigh fears of war, while proponents insist a continental link would boost traffic. An architect cites multiple tunnel options and a rapid weekend rail connection as potential benefits.

London Commune Piccadilly Circus Eda Pata Boet Hector Aleurd Boris Cvell Rashad Ainglaned Cecil Aed Beelardeau Tamade Ce Jared Randwayn Amd Tnd Enghund

Abattoirs Returns Show Quarterly Slaughter Totals

Abattoirs figures for the quarter ended December 31 report 417 cattle 41 calves 4084 sheep and lambs slaughtered with declines from the previous quarter. Several pigs were slaughtered and a number of oxen were treated.

Orlpen

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