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Newspaper

Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Jan 17, 1933

Page

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Unprecedented Adelaide Test as crowd protests Larwood

Australia all out for 222 at Adelaide amid a violent crowd demonstration after Syd Oldfield was struck by Larwood. Oldfield suffered a concussion and was taken to hospital. he remained hospitalized overnight. Ponsford top scored with 85 as Richardson and Hodge supported a partial recovery, while Larwood bowled to limited impact amid the uproar.

Oldfield Larwood Field Richardson Ponsford Adelaide Vos

Woodfull Warns Warner As Adelaide Row Cools

London reports from Bungay note Mr W M Woodfull warned Mr P F Warner after a dressing room incident on Saturday. The dispute is seen as closed with Woodfull possibly renouncing the captaincy pro tem if needed. Tchardron may retaliate and push for a strengthened team.

W. M. Woodfull P. F. Warner Warner London Adelaide Woods Woodtuil Ax & Protem Cne

Crowded crowd mocks Larwood as Oldfield shines at crease

A chaotic over staged amid crowd jeers as Oldfield mounts a steady innings while Larwood targets him with leg theory. Verity and Ponaford both contribute as the score climbs, with Oldfield guiding a resilient stand and cooperation from teammates shaping a tense passage before the over ends in commotion.

Dismissal of Richardson and Ponsford in Test Match

Richardson falls for 1 as Allen exploits maiden over and Larwood flings a sharp spell. Oldfield adds steadiness, replacing Hammond, Pontford rises to 6, then Reid presses Verity. The innings nears 100 when Oldfield and Smith part, Ponsford anchors a long partnership before the Eskimos struggle to 1 for 100 at lunch.

Allen Richardson Larwood Larwrodia Mchardson Oldfield Alten Asicven 1.B.w Hammond Old Reid Pat

English Man Hunt Splits London as Furmixs Is Captured

A high profile manhunt ends with Aundtays Ramiel Jamen Furmixs in custody after being found at a London lodging and later arrested near Forest Hill. A schoolboy’s dog led to an unloaded revolver with his name scratched on the butt, prompting renewed vigilance about his whereabouts. Police and residents recall a period of intense pursuit across Catford and Forest Hill.

London Aundtays Ramiel Jamen Furmixs Houthend Whitegate Walter Spatchett Furnace Torme Catford Forest Hill South Wan War Tun Freending

Plane's quiet caretaker inspires regular service tale

A short feature describes a calm young man who tended a mother and her child during a flight. The piece notes his steady demeanor and suggests a routine, almost detective-story mood, blending newspaper drama with an Edgar Wallace thriller vibe.

He Landingy

Prisoner poisoned in cell in London report

A prisoner was found writhing in his cell in London on Monday and rushed to hospital. A wireless message at 6:10 a.m. mentions suspected poisoning by serualin salts as part of a broader note on a new trans Atlantic demonstration flight from El Louis Menoral to Natal Brasil by a twelve passenger aeroplane piloted by Captain Mermos with crew and a contractor.

London Mermos Rene Cousinet EL Louis Menoral Natal Brasil Furnees Beepitel

Freighter Lost Takes Fire At Sea

A motor ship named Taronga ran aground and burned near Perim Island after a fire broke out in forward holds. The vessel, beached to prevent capsize, carried 450 tons of wool and 3, as well as 200 tons of general cargo and 500 tons of copra from Sydney and Melbourne. Passengers Mary Cobb and Barry Harnca, recently in The Basratin of Wimpole Street, were aboard en route to England. The value of the ship alone was about £160,000. A fire aboard the Faronna at Sydney three weeks earlier may be connected, St Wwdot notes.

Taronga Meriond Mary Cobb Barry Harnca TRE Basratin Wimpoletreet Altwiralin New Lowland Englan Sydney Melbourne Woot Alona Wan Faronna St Wwdot

Sequel in London meeting to study developments

The Canadian Government liaises with Empire governments to organize a committee meeting in London to study further Empire economic co operation. Each state will have two representatives. An announcement of the personnel is expected soon.

Ettawa Empire London

Civil Guards Keep Order at Dublin Meeting

In Dublin the Civil Guards maintained strict order at a meeting led by Mr. Cosgrave afterinstructions from Mr. De Valera. The crowd showed decorum but police used batons to disperse some portions while Mr Cosgrave announced a decision to negotiate with Britain to terminate war-time tariffs recently imposed.

Dublin de Valera Civil Guarda Courage Poljes Congrave Britain

Woodfull Apology and Ashes Talk Dominates Cricket Debate

News wires report Australian captain Woodfull offering an apology amid Ashes tensions. Discussion centers on choosing victory and friendship with Britain, while Wisden and The Daily Herald weigh Woodfull’s remarks as criticisms flare over Paynter and Larwood. The Adelaide correspondent notes cautious praise for Woodfull and sympathy for the incident.

London Warner-ivoed Pantroverny Amen Tole Oaevening Wendt Frianda Giavantent Australia Daily Herald Danetm Ed. C. Whitey Larwood Paynter Dlackiv Twa Advinide

Thief Captured After Sailor Flight Through City

A man accused of stealing a woman’s bag was chased by sailors and a bystander, knocked down by pepper spray used by a second assailant, and captured after a pursuit that crossed the Children’s Hospital yard and involved two Austalian women staying nearby. The incident echoes a similar attack on Mine Cavey on the same date last year.

Yan Sustody Mian Caney Winn Caney Ine Savey Granada Children’s Hospital ITM A.S. Auateliia

Factory Fire at Mason's Plant Sparks Explosions

A blaze at Mason's factory on Woberte Street Rose May dawned at ten in the morning, trapping several workers on the top floor who were rescued just in time. Fire brigades arrived quickly and after hours of effort the flames were subdued. The stock and contents were damaged by flames and chemical explosions filled the air during the early fire.

Mason's Woberte Street Rose May

Hospital Tax Motion Before Canberra Council

A motion reaffirms the Advisory Council request to study the hospital taxation ordinance before enactment. It urges that any compulsory tax for the Canberra Hospital include Territory residents on the Board of Management and be submitted to the Council for its views prior to ministerial approval. The motion, seconded by T. M. Shakespeare, passed with no opposition.

Advisory Council Ky Geil Vomell Canberra Board of Management Iis T. M. Shakespeare Deate

Attack on Police in Sydney Court Remand

Frederick Smith, 40, mechanic, remanded at Central Court for unlawfully assaulting Constable Vrancia Hermes and Molen with a Government revolver baton and damaging the constable’s uniform. Police prosecutor says he and eight others attacked another officer, kicking him amid muffled protests.

Sydney Frederick Smith Central Court Vrancia Hermes Molen Anne

City Development Balance Urged By Council

Advisory committee discussed equal development for Canberra City with focus on northern suburbs. A resolution urged equitable housing for public servants on the Limworth side of the river while ensuring southern areas remain fairly treated.

Canberra City 7. M. Bhakertoons J. K. H. Good- Win Ware Harumlutton Luet &Ng Ounaldert Limworth Shakespeare Bush Canberra

National Union Intervenes in Australian Arbitration Case

An application for remintration by the National Union of Halfwaymen of Australia was submitted to the Commonwealth Arbitration Court today. The union sought relief as the case moved forward in the hearing.

Bydnny National Union of Halfwaymen of Australia Commonwealth Arbitration

Tornado damages Capertes township and Myesakam Garage

A tornado struck Capertes township on Monday afternoon causing extensive damage to Myesakam's Garage. The storm disrupted the town with debris scattered and property losses reported, while no injuries were mentioned in the readable text.

Bydwey Capertes Myesakam

Rift in South African parties blocks coalition efforts

Capetown reports a sharp split with no coalition possible as Mr. Roos confronts government supporters at Blomfontain gathering. Police protected Roos amid crowd unrest, but he claimed a personal victory and warned he would form a new party if moderate elements fail to unite. General Amite pledged a National Government on broad lines to curb racialism.

Capetown Roos General Suite Blomfentein Countey Diatricta Gondence Jmpire Mom

Manchukuo Gunboats Forio Decree Released for River Service

A distorted OCR fragment reports the Manchukuo government freeing three burhi-bean gunboats named for river service. The wording names Deckyarte The Wawnahi and references a government act. details are unclear due to transcription.

FORIO Under Deckyarte Wawnahi

Minkler Search Capt Hope Leaves Fears For Loss In Alps

Paris report says Captain Hope refueled at La Houreet and departed for Basel arriving safely. He plans to return to the Airy Plan near the Roman of St Moritz and received a telegram noting a plane possibly seen at 7000 feet near Mortink. Hope believes Hinkler likely crashed on a mountain wall amid unfavourable weather.

Paris Hunaay Hope la Houreet Basle Neoewea Ailya Plana Roman Morita Air Ministry Dette Falirat Mortink Hinkler Himpson Keeples Tha Mera- Aeome

Hinkler to Leave Auckland for Sydney en Route to Queensland

Mrs Hinkler sails from Auckland to Sydney and then proceeds to Queensland to join her husband’s family. She says Bert is the mate and expresses hope the search for the missing wife continues, with confidence in a safe outcome.

Auckland Hinkler Sydney Queensland Bert

Tragic inquest into Mary Moe Bing’s death in Australia

The coroner ruled Mary Moe Bing’s death a suicide after an inquest held today. The Australian woman, who had lived with a Chinese partner in China, returned to Australia, where she drank heavily and ended her life.

Mary Moe Bing Rae Ton Marcesy Ghideee China Australia Sand Chihewe Gir Bo Chemupes Abrulla

Fireball Incident Blazes House During Thunderstorm

A fireball struck a residence in Turalge during a thunderstorm, damaging the kitchen of Councilor Wate’s home. Most residents were unharmed, though Mes. Dunkin, arriving from Sydney, sustained injuries from shock and a woman near the doorway was temporarily blinded. Firefighters reported two tall wine stores damaged as the blaze spread to the top of the house and a nearby wall.

Rydney Turalge Goulbues Dimeter Councilor Wate Wydney Watming

Sunday Flying Southern Cross Crew in Trouble at Wellington

Police took several members of the Southern Cross crew on suspicion after a wild Sunday spree involving the Hawthern Chrome. The incident is described as a lapse in discipline during a weather-affected journey.

Southern Cross Wellington W Ths Wiegetien Eine Hawthern Crome

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