25 Jan 1930
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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Jan 25, 1930
Page
1
Residents of Vancouver protest what they claim was a deliberate Coast Guard ram against their motor boat Soluxion near Mexico. They accuse U S authorities of aggressive conduct during a tense encounter and vow further actions.
A garbled OCR fragment reflects a report on sedition involving Indian Congress members. The text mentions opposition to government action and a claim of right to undermine authority, with unclear names and places due to poor transcription.
Fragmented OCR notes describe a death by self harm using poison taken at home. The report references a university setting and a location related to Darlinghill, with scattered phrases about an apartment, a water source, and a parlor. No clear names or dates are legible.
Fragmentary OCR suggests a report claiming discovery of civilisation in India. Text mentions Capetown and unclear names such as Anand Knarwur Inala and a reference to an anime turn and a price. Details are garbled and hard to verify.
The Tariff Board reports that except for passenger service limits on the eastern mainland and Hobart, no major disability is found under the Navigation Act requiring remedy. It opposes further protection beyond coastal clauses, stating such protection is impractical and undesired. The board examined evidence across states with broad testimony and concluded current provisions sufficiently support balance in Australian coastal trade.
Flood warnings spread across Avonhy Fry and nearby rivers as weather clears. Damaging flows threaten Ham Nepean Manning and other tributaries with rising waters. Authorities warn residents along Gwyair Namal Cumbrvagh and Maciel Rivers to prepare for possible inundation and evacuations.
Fragmentary notes describe a heavy action in the Charleville vicinity and nearby Cunnamabity with unclear details. Reported delays and misheard terms suggest tensions or conflict in the region but precise places and outcomes remain uncertain.
In a late night brawl on Elmore Lane Hill, Jomph Mayman and John Millivan suffered stab wounds and were hospitalized after a quarrel over drink. Rydney Arhiren and others were among the men involved. a third victim, Ooores tame, was also hurt. One witness recalled the mob argument erupting as drinks flowed. The confrontation followed a heated exchange inside a house.
In Auckland, Norman (Weard) Hmith was reported in a belated charge related to a New Zealand event. The incident involved travel from Wallinuston to Auchland and a subsequent court appearance after allegedly driving at an excessive speed toward the coast.
Fragmentary OCR notes indicate Dr Alcorn resumes his office after a period of vacancy. The text mentions Alvar and Milne in connection with the municipal or county administration, noting a commissioner’s role and a relocation or reappointment context. The readable portions reference a February timeframe and a formal administrative action concluding a temporary appointment.
A fragmentary news note warns of pack ice threatening Admiral Byrd’s polar expedition. The text mentions call for help and peril faced by explorers amid treacherous southern seas. Names and precise details are unreadable due to damaged OCR.
An obscure report describes a maritime expedition tied to a Rear Admiral’s force and the Amoy committee seeking aid from a Norwegian whaler named Tyra. The fragment hints at a financial backing and a planned action, with unclear places and dates.
The text reports Mr Bavin expressing regrets over a link with owners amid Premier Havin Koh comments. It notes parliamentary debate on Ashpanforonen demands and government alignment with mine owners. The account mentions Bentlin and statements about state government joining with mine owners while noting limited police presence prior to Aberdor.
Rescue teams battled through a collapsed mine shaft after a cave in at a Queensland coal pit. One man was missing as workers pulled three others to safety aboard early morning shifts. Names and exact statuses are unclear but responders recovered several miners alive while another remained unaccounted for amid the chaotic effort.
Delegates at the London Naval Conference began formal work in a closed session. Prime Minister Ramsay MacDonald framed goals on naval strength, fleets, and tonnage while noting American and Anglo American positions and the need for cautious diplomacy amid mounting global tensions.
Report from London that delegates gathered to deliberate questions arising in a cabinet dispute. The afternoon session featured lengthy conversations as officials prepared to discuss the issues and arrange the proceedings. Continued on next page.
Details of a broad financial collapse in Chicago outline bank loan declines and municipal wage challenges. The report notes five six months of wage strains on public employees, including teachers, while funds for essential services dwindle and leaders seek emergency measures.
Sir Douglas Mawson led a January Antarctic expedition that mapped the unknown coast near Enderby Land. The party reported a steep open rock outcrop, nests of penguins and petrels, and 174 laras her, with Mount Codrington cited among peaks.
Fragmented OCR text shows miners in Abermain area rejecting an all out policy as one recommendation withdraws and another is redacted. The garbled lines reference Mehhurh and No 1 and No 2 miners’ tests and ports, with unclear context and no clear outcome or dates.
Additional 17 summonses issued as principal defendants Mantland and Priday face charges over a bare conspiracy in a mining attack. Witnesses indicate involvement by several miners. case proceeding today in the court with authorities pursuing further indictments.
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