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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Jul 14, 1928
Page
1
Fragmented text describes a rescue linked to Italy’s party, mentioning Malmgren, heroism, and political intrigue. The piece references figures such as Walt Rom and Peter, with hints of wartime or aviation themes and a question about a destination termed Papeete. The readability is low and oblique.
In a frail sieve of words a rescue operation unfolds as an ice breaker aids a second party near Moscow. The incident involves a Kinase relief expedition and a Navy crew with mentions of officers and a home for rescued crew members amid a tense voyage.
Police detained several men in a Queanbeyan billiard room raid. Sergeant Willow and Constables Bhaw Meek and others presented charges for alleged gaming and related offenses before Justice Carr-Hoyd. The case against Walter Manek and witnesses included difficult testimony and extended into recent investigations.
The Canberra Times reports a broad response to relieve distress among Russell Hill unemployed families. On the first day about £40 was raised to aid with food and clothing through the Russell Hill Social Service Association. A subscription list was opened by the Government Printing Office Chapel after receiving funds and plans for further donations are anticipated as departments cooperate to distribute weekly bread and essentials to thirty needy families and others.
The Chief Engineer announced Canberra Avenue from National Circuit to Manaka Creek will have continuing road works next week. About ninety laborers will be employed starting Monday, with Kingston works and associated installations affected by recent rain and power constraints. Local labour bureau will handle applications.
A garbled letter describes a fundraising event at Griffith Hospital with mentions of organ music, a chorus, and a public program. Names and specifics are unclear, but the piece points to a community benefit event and associated performances to support hospital needs.
Canberra residents plan a public meeting next Tuesday evening to urge the Commonwealth Government to declare a one year moratorium on rents rates and other charges for city leases. If ignored the drift toward vacancy may force surrender of about 74 percent of Canberra leases dating from 1924 to 1928.
London notes show a loan instrument with a seven thousand pound fee payable on September 1 and interest due December 1. Proceeds will fund developmental works and state programs, with a portion allocated to supports for Am-granis from Saint Brilifa.
Fragmented text describes Canberra independence talk linked to New South Wales and national politics. Mentions Mr Pred Pavia, delays in funding for war service homes, and a government letter citing financial shortages affecting pensions and public service.
A Canberra Times editorial reports a broad, cross party offer to source jobs for the unemployed. It quotes Alderman W. B. Mrevbudy and others praising the plan as a path to easing distress, with community leaders endorsing the move to connect jobless men with available work.
The commission outlines drastic retrenchment including abolition of the Tiling Construction Branch and a skeleton staff for maintenance. Since the start of the month 154 workmen have been dismissed with 20 to 30 more to receive notices soon, largely from casual staff and the Commissariat. The move follows reduced production in joinery, plaster works, brick works, and a slowdown in manufacturing, amid efforts to cope with year’s estimates and tighten operations.
The fragment lists tennis pairings and matchups between Australia and France across days Thursday to Sunday. It references players such as Lacoste Crawford Hopman Cochet and Crawford, with doubles entries and potential alternates.
A blue police suspicious vehicle was found at Fenwick and Welsh in Redfern. Detectives link it to the Sefton Fork incident. a resident said a man sought to store tools and did not return. A tin front-number plate was noted. The same man later appeared near the car and was questioned by police.
An early report describes a motor car colliding with a horse near a town crossroads. The impact caused injuries to a rider and damage to the vehicle and horse. Local authorities, including Constable Thvaliwr, arrived at the scene as emergency services attended the injured parties and secured the area.
Application notices invite candidates for a teaching position at the Canberra Trades. The fragment mentions Pauline but lacks clear names, dates, or locations. The readable facts show a job notice for a trades school and an applicant named Pauline.
A garbled historical note references a statue design tied to distant leaders and a Prime Minister, mentioning the late General and colonial figures. The text is incomplete, limiting precise names or dates, but suggests a ceremonial or commemorative context around a statue and key political figures.
Reports from Sydney indicate widespread unemployment in the Northern coalfields as discussions continue between workers and employers. Additional conferences aim to find solutions, with authorities noting the urgency of the situation and possible measures to address hardship.
In SYUNEW Sunday report, AMMO te proline forc o of New Beath Water lists 274 men with only 500 employed directly on collecting critter. The remaining seven hundred side activities support the effort, while others are used in the cel lection of eleete rolls for jut of Cheebe dlerne.
The stranded conser Uralla on Brockton Reach sold for 1600 to purchaser Bo Hueadean. Manager Jobe Brown of the Newcastle gallery announced the sale and noted debates over value, with estimates ranging up to 10000 for reseating the wrecked vessel.
An early hour fire engulfed a two storey structure in what appears to be a total loss. Firefighters battled the blaze as flames spread through the building, with only partial remains of some personal items recovered. No injuries reported at this time.
A crowded public meeting in Kingston last night saw the Liquor Poll No License League advocate a Canberra style prohibition in the Territory. Mr J S Crapp chaired as speakers argued for maintaining the current ordinance with strengthened controls over liquor, claiming it reduces drunkenness and crime while open licensing would worsen city development. The New Zealand system was cited for limiting imports and keeping excess use in check, with prohibition urged as the preferable option.
Negotiations between union leaders and employers in Victoria show progress toward an industrial peace conference likely to occur within the next few days. Officials anticipate structured talks to settle disputes and prevent strikes.
The Parliament at Perth passed the financial agreement between the State and Commonwealth on Friday. The bill ratifies the accord as the governing bodies move to formalize funding and governance arrangements under the new arrangement.
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