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Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Jul 01, 1929

Page

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Test cricket South Africa v England match report

A garbled cricket match report notes South Africa and England play with South Africa advancing after a strong display while England struggle for wickets. Weather is good and crowds reach about 14 000 as Kellett and Stubbert show cautious batting and South Africa dominates despite some batting setbacks.

South Africa England Lonton Lordly Fortiner Riddle, Taylor, and Son Medical Advics Vincent Kelle Stubettit Weltett Hammond Tro Jem O'Connor Ball Ratcliffe Heldren Bute Flip Wien Gatellffe Inged Futh Africa Jost Wicke Mpe Feovres

Mock Marriage Claim Heard In Edinburgh Court

Frances Cawe asked the court to deem a seven year old wedding legal. The bride, 40, was the junior of Andrew Den who died last September leaving heirs. Lord Murray ruled lack of proven matrimonial consent and dismissed the action.

London Eilsburgh Sexsiun Frances Cawe Andrew den Dane Mr. Dunn Red Lion Dyn Dunn Frances

Rug by Stour and Canberra School Draw in Tight Rugby Match

In a hard fast rugby game between North Khore Grammar School and Graninap School on Baturn day, the sides played a keen contest ending in a 9 0 draw. Canberra players Stevens on I Pyar and PB Heydon scored tries with no conversions. H Mayden and Halloran starred for Canberra while Duntroon overcame the weight of the Canberra side with a try and conversion.

Rug North Khore Grammar School Ere Graninap School Baturdey Lat Evry Sportamanstip Wade Wan Erita Canberra Stvenson I Pyar PB. Heydon H. Mayden Anberrar Behool Duntroon Halloran

New South Wales Faces All Blacks In Sydney Rugby Clash

In Sydney on Saturday New South Wales met the New Zealand All Blacks in a Rugby Union match at Kydnes Seach. New South Wales pressed hard and nearly scored against the visitors once, but the All Blacks held firm for the result.

NEW South Wales ALL Blacks Sydney New Zealand All Blacks Kydnes Seach New Zealand

Federal ministers prune staff as deficit looms in year end report

The government moves to cut costs across departments with new economy measures aimed at trimming the deficit. Prime Minister Hiruee leads the drive, restructuring the Defence and Prime Minister’s departments and reallocating staff to other roles. By May end, a near 2 million pound gap in tax revenue is reported, with Cabinet to consider further reductions in coming weeks.

Treasury Defence Department Paitene Ofterra Elretes Hiruee Tik Olrendy Leen C. Kawarde Cl Cineh Strahan Treaury Howe Amery Webber Pulite Canberra Adaem

New South Wales Faces Large Surplus Update

A New South Wales financial statement outlines a potential surplus between 60,000 and 500,000 in the consolidated revenue fund after wartime expenditures. Treasurer Hun and assistant Mr Kelly prepared the figures, with expected tax revenue about 7,300,000, possibly 200,000 higher. Early July airway finances and ongoing wartime economies influence the outlook.

New South Wales Hun DD. Kelly

Spanish seaplane with Franco found by British carrier Eagle

The Admiralty reports the British aircraft carrier Eagle located the missing Spanish seaplane carrying Major Franco and two companions. They landed aboard with minimal damage and are safe. Franco recounted a voyage from Alcazares on June 21, weather forced altitude gains, and fuel ran out near Fayal.

London Admiralty Eagle Major Franco Azores Fayall St. Maria Island

Spanish Premier Overcome with Tears at National Crisis

The Spanish premier burst into tears amid a crowd frenzy after a festival event. He thanked the British ambassador for humanitarian aid from the Allied forces and attended prayers for a fallen colleague. A cheering crowd paraded in front of The City and supporters waved the Union Jack as General Franco made a brief remark.

de Rivera Uhia Huntied Navy Air Porce Morvign Oiece Murs Eh Peter Tirtinh Menbaey Franco

ISOUTHERN CROSS A Short Flight

The Southern Cross yesterday flew from Singapore to Singorn in lower Siam, about 40 miles. It aimed for the Jotries to Range but the racecourse was unavailable for landing due to a meeting. A stop was made for Hangoon today with news of a safe arrival. Efforts will be made at Hangoon to fix magneto trouble since Derby.

Sydney Singapore Singorn Lower Siam O Nee Hangoon Derby

British Premier to Visit U.S. Aide Plans Unclear

The fragmentary clipping notes a British premier on a Sunday visit to the United States. It mentions discussion of a meeting with the U S president and references a policy matter, but the details are unreadable due to garbled text.

Coal Trouble Drives Engine Drivers Policy Protests

The State Council of the Engine- drivers Association plans a meeting to push a “work out all out” policy threatening nationwide coal industry disruption. President Atkins orders engine drivers to skip northern coalfield meetings until the State Council provides orders. Miners’ officials head to Newcastle amid mounting tensions.

Bydney Engine-drivere’ Association Gid New South Wales Cie Engine Drivers’ Union Atkina Alate Dane Newcastle

Woman's throat cut husband arrested in Adelaide murder

Police visited a Mirkenhead man Carr after a message from Carr led them to a house. They found Maud Harriet Carr, 23, with a severed throat and a bloodied razor. Carr surrendered at the police station claiming his wits had suicided and was charged with murder.

Adelaide Carr Mirkenhead Maud Harriet Carr

New Senators to Replace Six Leaving the Senate

Six Senate terms expired after defeat in the election. Retiring members include Graham Needham and others from Western Australia Victoria and New South Wales. Incoming senators Dunn Lich and Lawson join the ranks, with terms lasting six years until June 1945.

Senate Luet Thomas S Latur House of Representatives Fisher Menwals Benaters Graham and Needham Wester Victoria Albwatt Josiah ‘Thomas New Heath Wales Senatore Dunn A. Tue W. Lich Jurites Lawson Elliott Victorian Nathonalina H. Tolebatch Nathonaliet J. Johnton Countey Party Western Australia Wilsen Beoure Eis

Treaty talk sparks debate in British Columbia tours

Vancouver report notes C. V. Jennett of the Conservative party praising the Australian treaty during a speaking tour. The piece suggests support in some provinces while others in British Columbia recall different positions on international treaties.

Vancouver Othe Oeaphien Vancouver Province C. V. Mennett Columm Jennett Columbia Ausland

Jewellery Robbery Reported in Melbourne Burglary

Thieves entered Harold Aleigh’s shop on Walah Street South Yarra and stole jewelry valued at 1 000 including 125 pearl necklace. Police say the thieves fled by car toward Melbourne. Colac and Geelong police pursued two men intercepted near Colac.

Melbourne Saturdy Harold Aleigh Walah Strert Bouth Varta Deraad Aan Matehich Colac Geelong

Canberra Census Reminder for Card Return

Public reminded that census cards must be returned. Police conduct the census, and delayed cards may require postage or delivery through the post. The notice clarifies steps for cards delivered to households and those yet to be issued.

Canberra

Younger Prince May Open Sydney Harbour Bridge Ceremony

Rumor says the Prince of Wales may not attend the opening of the Sydney Harbour Bridge due to health. A younger prince is expected to represent royal interests at the Sydney event amid unclear travel plans and weathered northern winds.

London Rutunday Prine of Wales Hydsney Harbour Bridge Kla Iene Talmoral Talmoral Tuaile Beot- Tata

Rotary Club Social Evening at Hotel Canberra

Canberra Rotary Club members and guests gathered to mark the end of the club’s first year. Sir Robert Garran received a Gold Rotary Pin with a diamond for service, as Mr F K Somerville was named retiring secretary and slated as president for the year ahead.

Canberra Cleuty Canberra Rotary Club Stobert Garran Waa Hotary Pudge Specianlg Capberra Club F. (. Green Tobert W. C. Duffield F. K. Somerville Preelchet Sir Holbert Jawly Garran F. I. Bomerville A. H. Dickens Mra. T Wh.amrboulte G. T. Ewan Waugh Mere. Gundry J. T. Heathershaw Nancy Heathershaw Wood Woodger H. J. Sheehan James Miss Jones Acorn Nott Mintay de. Asplin Minne John Fheans and Mire W. H. Bharwood Seatrieve Kharwood Mia. 'Yvil Pevie W. J. Clemena Rsor

Dinner at the Savoy honors Mr Bavin guest of honour

The Deemer of New Banth Weles Mr I Tt Davin was the guest of honour at a Savoy Hotel dinner in London. Prominent Australians now in London attended. Sir Hugh Hirst of De Four spoke on British manufacturers in Australia and war-time support efforts.

London Deemer New Banth Weles I. Tt. Davin Bavoy Hotel Thavin Helmeford Lond Heauchamp Tommt

United States Considers Naval Disarmament Talks

The United States gauges Britain's reaction to naval disarmament proposals and warns caution given the unsettled state of the issue. Unease persists in many circles about a possible failure without thorough preparation as Great Britain probes the U S stance on the conference of leading naval powers.

Ible Tor Malta Ile Franco Alphonso London Landon Raturday United States Great Britain Cautten Probiem League of Nations League

Family Endowment Returns Required for 1929 Quarter

The NSW Family Endowment Amendment Act requires employers to file quarterly wage returns for April 1 to June 30 1929. Returns must show amounts actually paid during the period and be sent to the Commissioner of Transport in Redney Hamilton Street by July 15 1920. The rate has been reduced to per cent and penalties apply for noncompliance.

New South Wales Trantion Warnel Hulliding Hamilton Street Redney

Protests Rise Over Treaty Across German Frontiers

A Saturday protest in Berlin highlights opposition to the Versailles era terms. Demonstrators vow to guard the Fatherland from eastern frontier reforms and demand revision of war guilt clauses and postwar penalties.

Berlin

Quake Proof Houses Wellington Experts Support Normal Tremors

Experts say New Zealand earthquakes reflect natural crustal release rather than unusual activity. Tremors stem from horizontal oscillation rather than volcanic forces and suggest no immediate major disturbances. Further study is needed on water damage and quake safety.

Wellington Saluntay New Aeolusie Oon Moh

Woman pilot Viola Gentry injured in plane crash

In New York on a Saturday the famed woman aviator Viola Gentry was severely injured when the plane she and co pilot Jacke Ashore were flying struck a tree during an endurance flight. The incident halted their attempt at a height record at 2,060 feet.

York Viola Gentry Jacke

Keith Anderson to Lie in State Ahead of Funeral in Sydney

Keith Anderson will lie in state at Mosman Presbyterian Church after arrival in Sydney on Friday. The funeral will be held Saturday at Central Hallway Station. Government officials including the Minister for Home Affairs and other representatives attended the ceremony.

Sydney Keith Anderson Melbourne Mosman Ehanant

Wimbledon Lawn Tennis Contests Report

Dense, error-filled summary of Wimbledon matches with names like Miss Goldsock and Mrs Mitchell. Reports several men's and women's rounds, upsets, and pairings, noting players such as Lott, Timer, Von Kelling, and Austiin, with scattered scores and match outcomes amid unclear text.

Don Raturday Wimblaton Kevin Mthy Tanner Shae Abe Lott Koveluh Timer Sharpe von Kelling Cult Austin Kingsley Regory Collins Haymeon Farquharson Tilden Hunter Crojerees Eames Thin Roward Loretta Boussus Masterman Miss Goldsock Mrs. Mitchell Misses Taupecolt Miss Chamberlain Miss Hidley Fraulein AU Mra Mallory Ant Milas Deomnidte Haved Ityan Nute Hall Miss Hum Mian Colyer Fe de Miseal Thiret Sroig Mice Movihy Timmer Miss Satterwarth Borshand Miss Thowman Miss Crom

Hopman Visits Draw Crowds For Manuka Tennis Exhibition

A large crowd at Manuka Courts on Saturday watched Harry Hopman impress with sharp groundstrokes despite a strong wind. Hopman defeated Eddie King in straight sets while local players contended in doubles and mixed matches. The Federal Territory Singles Championship ended with A Nish defeating Stuy Ayliffe, and visitors were hosted at Luke Albert Hall in the evening.

Harry Hopman Aethun Toni Manuka Heyman Jond Kingsden Sydney Kinge Hope Mane Reas Hupman Hayes Cumming Mineo Teather Moon Othe Mian Teather Eden-Menare Vinners A. Nish Stuy Ayliffe Nish Viaitora Luke Albert Hall

Triple Tragedy Shocks Melbourne Suburb Family Dies

Neighbours report gunfire at a Moreland house on Blation Street where a husband allegedly shot his wife and child before turning the gun on himself. Police found Mrs Jane Nor a, daughter Joyce two, and James Norris dead. the husband an employee of the State Electricity Commission lay fatally wounded. Firearm reports had drawn attention earlier as responders arrived.

Melbourne Hushandla Joyce Oleo James Norris Norcia Elevirietty Commisnion

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Bride Rugby Union Gong Isouthern Cross U.S.A Lostion Kapress Tameay Canada Sydney Harbour Bridge Rotary Club Sir Robert Garran Savoy Mr. Bavin Hopman Neight ’ Discovery
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