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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Jan 30, 1929
Page
3
A garbled report notes funds in the Family Enlowceny scheme are nearly exhausted. The State Government may hold a special meeting before the Taruent cersembles to consider the position. The original tariff was to be renewed, with broader commitments expected if the tax is reapportioned.
The Primes oof Wile plans a journey through Northumberland and Durham to meet miners and their families in their homes. He will confer with mining allies, then begin a charity tour with no meals, traveling up to seven miles between stops. The visit aims to address poverty and discuss potential migration among miners and their children.
A blaze at Mr William Lloyds property in Fedor Gardens Duntroon on Monday evening destroyed a shed and several contents. A nearly new spring wagon, two bicycles, a motor rake, and four cattle doors were damaged. Mrs Lloyd first observed the fire and notified the Weise. the fire brigade arrived too late to save the shed. The shed was valued at 64 and insured for 40. Other items valued at 100 were not saved. Cause of the fire is unknown.
A private Queen Mary letter dated 19/6/18 sold for 230 with a 19th century letter fetching 235. A King George letter from 164/14 brought 235 while others dated 1483 were bought by a German prince. Berlin buyers included a dealer. letters described as not sensational.
Miss Gladuaile Haviland sister of aviator Major de Haviland arrived today from Awe aboard a Baby Austin on a civil itinerary. She plans a tour through Australia, Asia, and Europe, with a ship break in Perth and a car shipment to Berlin via Europe. The petite car drew great interest in America.
The readable fragments mention a sergeant panel, a magistrate, and a court on Monday. Names and details are garbled but imply a legal or civic proceeding with references to a person named Mir Prue and others. The text is largely indecipherable, leaving only scattered mentions of positions and events.
The Premier Mr Mtayit reported that mining companies in the Malibend area were not prepared to lower the selling price of coal to five shillings per hundred weight. The industry faces possible permanent extinction with many mines already in decline and thousands of workers affected. Government measures and price cuts are discussed, but the overall outlook remains bleak as industry observers question the efficacy of such methods.
The minister outlined a bill to create a central hospital management board to oversee public hospitals. It seeks to reduce admin costs and introduce a fee structure, with provision for an intermediate years plan to balance charges. The measure targets better coordination across hospital services and efficiency.
Canberra artists gather at Albert Hall Moonbay on February 4 for a charity concert benefiting the WHO and Chait. Local musicians join in a spirited event aimed at raising support for the global health cause.
Fragmentary report from Calcutta describes Rebel Ruler short of funds and facing deposition within days. Afghan factions, tribes, and Kabul merchants are mentioned amid tensions. Government actions include passport controls and potential external medical aid to Kandahar.
In a crowded London courtroom Mim Meyrick denied hints of a link to the elut and insisted she did not know the elut was involved. She described learning of the matter without the work notes found at Goddard's safe. Her supper club claim, alleged three months after the bank draw, is referenced amid chaotic details and misheard names.
A lively fundraiser at St Christopher's Hall drew a crowded crowd despite warm weather. Miss Sharkey wore a red and gold satin gown while Miss Ayruim performed as pianist and organizer. The orchestra featured several local players and a dainty supper was served as mauve and gold streamers decorated the room.
A report on a Queanbeyan revue titled Laughter. The show features Fevona and Dae Hiber El with Joe Hastings and Company at Trinh Theatre. Cast includes Terry Her, Mrs Ciwen Wiithes, Miowa DL Anu, BO Me, Vertes, Moser FL Moxtaan, Preil, Lot feohe. Proceeds support a hospital fund. Tickets via telephone.
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