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Newspaper

Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Jan 15, 1929

Page

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English cricket visit to Australia sparks regional match plans

The report outlines English players touring Australia and a proposed representative match between a Territory team and Queensland. It notes plans for a February 20 game in Goulburn with a return match to follow, and discusses travel costs and approval by EB Honeycett and WK Tickner.

Crickeot Wrdm Honeyrett Rodney Forte Tournate Gowhhuen Honeycett Michaelugo Wistam England Goulburn and District Goulburn

Unlikely to Play in Fourth Test Melasoulne

Unclear wording indicates a player is unlikely to participate in the fourth Test due to injury. The article notes ongoing recovery progress and the decision affects whether he will be included, with the team weighing his readiness for this account.

Melasoulne

Morris Tax Plan Aims at London Residents

A fragmentary London column notes a taxation proposal approved for the city, outlining a proposed rate and payment timing. It references a metre and mentions a monthly collection effort with a 160 unit rate, though details are unclear. The note preserves the local newspaper tone and urgency of municipal finance discussions.

London

Police Horses Improve Serviceability and Usefulness

Fragmentary report notes police horses and cycles as more serviceable assets. Mentions riders, patrols, and mobility in enforcement duties with references to travel and equipment. Names and specifics are unclear due to damaged text but emphasize enhanced efficiency of mounted units.

Counterfeit Coins Case Reported in Melbourne

A Melbourne police report notes a counterfeiting case involving a suspect linked to circulating fake coins. Investigators seek leads and emphasize public vigilance as they pursue charges and formal proceedings.

Philanthropist's Death Ends Donation Legacy in Sydney

Fragmentary report notes a Sydney philanthropist’s death and a vast endowment linked to Melbourne University and Sydney University. The text references a gift totaling about £20,000 and establishing a Chair at Sydney University, with further details unclear due to damaged OCR.

Sydney Philanthropint Edu Stlenauler Melbourne Feor Sydney University

Bitter Fight In Salvation Army London Clash

Amid chaotic reporting the London Salvation Army council battle erupts over leadership actions. Sources from the Daily Telegraph and other papers cite High Councilors resisting orders while officers face suspension. The dispute centers on control and authority within the corps.

Tasmanian Match Report Mentions Jardine and Players

Fragmentary text outlines a Tasmanian match with Jardine prominent. Mentions venues, teams, and multiple players and places in a dense, unreadable OCR fragment with scattered references to names such as Renetout Leyland and Ames, plus various locations and institutions.

Fruit Shop Affray Leads to Charges in Woollicham

Italian suspect faces grand jury action after a Woollicham confrontation at a fruit shop. Police report says a struggle occurred over a paddle event, injuring Herbert Lamb and Adelie Laan. Prosecutor notes motive linked to a quarrel. details remain under investigation.

Sydney Joseph Gilberto Woollicha Sailantey Herbert Lamb Adelie Laan Tay Meo Lah Knlle

Wheat Pool Meeting At Avion Ey Proposes Farm Aid

A local farmer meeting at Avion Ey discussed a proposed wheat pool and urged support for a Coligny based pool. The president said farmers did not receive broader views or additional pager information until after the poll was held.

Avion EY Chied Alter Lbs Poll Wits

Death After Meal Inquest Into Woman's Death

Police investigate the death of Felebe Amb Wallase who died yesterday after sharing a meal with her husband. A post mortem exam is underway as authorities search for murky circumstances surrounding the case.

Rodney Felebe Amb Wallase Nat Vonshder

Nominations Four Received For Election Of Thin Com Hilasider

Nominations announced yesterday for the election of the Thin Com Hilasider. The list includes ALAIOIN, Stobert Mandeville, John Samuel, Donaldson, Watson, and others. A public meeting is scheduled for Thursday evening to hear candidates. Polling places are listed as ACEO, Atri Duntroon, Hall Kingston, and more, with February 2 as the closing date.

Hilasider Watson Juunied Broderick Giivindteces Rye J . Crapp Lute Lee Elie Rindtorat Tetetecar Mir Whitey Wall ACEO Atri Duntroon Hall Kingston Munaku Sium Phi Wours Joolidine

Fragmented OCR notes reflect a chaotic report

The readable fragments reference a series of names and places in a historical context, including mentions of Deseret, Buckingham, York, and various individuals. The text shows garbled lines about events, meetings, or announcements with limited coherent details.

City Rates For Current Year Dated Public Lands Tax

The notice outlines general rate changes for the current year affecting unimproved land assessments within the territory. It specifies the base rate per pound on undeveloped property values and notes adjustments tied to territorial guidelines. The document mentions eligibility criteria and the impact on rate calculations for property owners.

Umea Ee Yan Elsure Chile

Surf Tragedy Recognition Planned for Local Hero

A meeting at the Town Hall will discuss honoring the young rescuer VV. Monidisy from Rhobert Kavindgh who bravely aided a victim during a deadly incident at Pond. Organizers aim to choose a suitable tribute and date.

Monidisy Girowihy Rhobert Kavindgh

Funeral for Shark Victim Colinwart Held at Rookwood

The funeral for Colinwart, bitten by a shark near Herd, took place at Rookwood. Hundreds attended, dining along the footpath near the home of the quake, where a short service was led.

Hydney Colinwart Rookwood Qureila

Rioting at Port Adelaide Engulfed by Police Action

In Port Adelaide a violent clash erupted between workers and volunteers after weeks of quiet. Police mobilised to restore order as stones were thrown, revolvers fired, and several people injured amid a chaotic scene near the Merri steamer and surrounding waters.

Adela Momtay Port Adelaide

Sudden Death Of High Court Judge Higgins

Mr Justice Higgins of the High Court died suddenly in Drona Victoria on Sunday night after walking to Arthurs Eat, near Were. Born 1962 in Bendigo, he trained as a metallurgist before public service and served as honorary metallurgical adviser to the Commonwealth Government during the war. He held roles with wool and gas concerns and was deputy-chairman of the Melbourne Metropolitan Gas Company.

Juste Hinwins High Court Auetentid Drona Victoria Arthurs Eat Footetowk Hall Sir John Higens Wits Bendigo Victorian Commonwealth Gopper, Producere Association Central Imperial

Gas Escape From London Mains Woman Killed

A London gas main leak led to a fatal incident as a woman died amid chaotic evacuation. Authorities urge caution as investigators probe the blast scene and safety lapses while residents seek clarity on the cause and timing of the spill.

Second Commissioner's Views on Canberra Growth

The Second Commissioner Crosbie Goold discusses Canberra’s future prospects and capital growth. He notes infrastructure and planning must evolve with population, emphasizing long term development and wardens in improving the capital. He comments on local attitudes and the impact of recent visits on perceptions of Canberra’s progress.

Canberra Cmr Crosbie Gooldwold Phil Danburre Jem Glee Gooldwan Erin Cunberra Connel

Retiring Board Members Prompt Reconstruction Plan

The Trade and Guetoms ministry announced two board members will retire after their terms end on Moreh naw Aly. Leiteh’s withditichey Were u n expected, a clarity on the Be rbvuiersy matter remains. The minister marked the event and outlined steps toward reconstruction and future governance.

Chullett de Thee Heart Megare Masterton Moreh Aly Leiteh Thie Chen Iter Tee Hinthett Arto Perepeuel

Chicago Freezes Three Deaths From Cold

Three people died amid record low temperatures as Chicago faced a brutal cold spell. Weather stations reported the thermometer plunging, with some areas recording double digit below zero readings and widespread exposure risks.

Mr Bruce's Tribute in Sydney

A fragmentary tribute notes the death of Mr Pasties and references political figures and events. The garbled text mentions Mr Tiree, a prime minister, and an awkward scene at the Cannon with cafe struggles. Names and places are obscured, but the piece hints at a royal or national memorial context and a statement by a prime minister about duties.

Sydney Mr Pasties Wihgorioes Prd Mba Tiree Abegrimedl Holt Holt, Tad Tie Woah Be Severedy Maen Eal Dey All Pinos: Who Emer Tito Tina Hludes Prine

Fragmented historical notice segment from Atlantic page

Readable lines describe a partial historical entry with names and places blurred by OCR errors. Core elements mention individuals and a dated event, but many words are garbled, limiting precise identification or details. The fragment hints at a legal or annals record with potential dates and local names missing clarity.

Civic Funds Clerk Faces Charge

A chaotic police report from Sydney details a clerk facing charges over alleged irregularities in a civic fund. Officials name Cherm Cunninglai and Gaoeberick as involved, with accusations tied to misused resources and wall tank procurement at the Monabedgaat Comune. The court date is pending.

DSEY AL Hie Central Mall Court Cherm Cunninglai Gaoeberick Uth Adler Monabedgaat Sydney Police

Insurance arrangement for fruit crops damaged by ball

Armidale branch of the fruit growers association arranged with the State Insurance Office to obtain coverage for crops damaged by hail. The meeting, held Monday, decided to pursue a policy to safeguard producers against weather risks and crop losses.

Alamidpale Moniday Armidale Beoneh Aroorialion Ofer

Gun disturbance report yields fines for wharf labourer

A wharf labourer faced fines after a gun disturbance incident. Details are unclear due to OCR errors, but the event involved local authorities and a monetary penalty, with a reference to a 70 unit fine and a bridge area.

Mundy outlines plan for new railway station proposal

The Minister of Mailways discusses a proposal for creating a new railway station at Quay Station Sydney. The plan aims to serve the mall area and provide convenient access, with careful consideration of the best location for passenger facilities and railway operations.

Sydney Mundy Ashton Erwalt Mailways

Fatal Chocolates Tale of a Melbourne Girl

A Melbourne girl died after reportedly eating tainted chocolates during a period of illness. Authorities and health officials investigate the incident as a potential food safety case linked to a confectionery supplier. Medical staff reported the girl’s sudden decline following consumption, prompting family and police to review supply chains and storage practices.

Holiday Events Order of Favouritism

Sydney Monday event list shows a race card featuring many names such as Whigs Beckwith Margarethal Visl Lon and Chidlen with other entries including Venten Larebeee Ancol Hinck Pougion Thoten and Sion Aga Kuan Anniversary Hamadican forage Fordant Atarpol Resource Vellige Thun Moon Sharp Hemhen Honun Lavy Uhara Tangle and Uloh as potential rivals for the Challenge Stakes.

Sydney Cavaardian Fia Whigs Beckwith Margarethal Visl- Lon Chidlen Venten Larebeee Ancol Hinck Pougion Thoten Sion Aga Kuan Aor Anniversary Hamadican Forage Fordant Atarpol Resource Vellige Thun Moon Sharp Hemhen Honun Lavy Uhara Tangle Uloh

Seamen's Union Applies for Court Registration

The Australian Seamen's Union seeks registration before the Federal Administration Court. It faces opposition from the Workers Federation Marine Stewards cooks ship chocks and dockers unions. The case hinges on whether the seamen's union is a bona fide applicant.

Dooney Momehly Australian Seamen's Union Adtration He Marine Alphxattern

Racing Inquiry Returns Verdict On Handicap Issue

Monrenell stewards concluded the inquiry into a race at Windy Hill. the Remsen race for Green hech Deveef was not considered satisfactory and no action was taken. The panel noted the circumstances but found no grounds for further measures.

Fydney Monrenell

Jockey Disqualified After Hat Trick Attempt

Stewards at Asem pony meeting disqualified jockey W. Hiya for failure to attempt a win in the third race. He rode the favorite Key Hack to fade, with the pony and owner J. Wine also suspended for 12 months.

Melbourne Asem W. Hiya Key Hack J. Wine

Tragic Death in Katoomba Inquest Hears Details

An inquest opened into the death of Nola, an 18 year old, near Bed Point at Katoomba. Witnesses describe an evening of drinking and disorder ending with Nola being found on a fence and later dying. Witnesses discuss the car ride, fights, and a pursuit, with statements about strangers and the involvement of Lance Rowley and others as the investigation unfolds.

Sydney Katoonbe Unies Nola Fewhes Bed Point Talline Oole Alee Walter Wallet Tilly Aden Paneer Tewler Bann Higgins Nola Lance Howley Loke Belo Point Xeon Cyril Sin Litchfield Rowley Ble Lance Rowley Heather Leo Tie Inger Thampaon Oben Tien

Migrant Drowns Bathing Near Tanweorth Creek

An English migrant named Obert Rounders, aged 18, died while bathing in At 'tine Creek near Tanweorth. He left the farm at Altunga and went for a swim, disappeared, and was recovered after dragging operations.

Stoney Altunga Tine Tanweorth

Family feud ends in murder charge after Wooly Point shooting

Thomas Chrystal was remanded at Redcliffe Court on a murder charge after a shooting at Wooly Point Saturday. Police say the incident stems from a family feud and involved a son in law.

Mibhane Thomas Chrystal Redcliffe Court Wooly Point

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