22 Jul 1930
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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Jul 22, 1930
Page
1
A Rangoon dispatch notes a villager in a remote area near Prome showing high fever and delirium. The case prompted a search by local guards and authorities with reports of limited details and ongoing efforts to locate missing persons.
The event kicks off as aircraft from five nations depart Berlin heading to a list of European cities including Frankfort, London, Seville, Lyon, Munich, Vienna, and Madrid. Twenty foreigners are noted among entrants with mixed reports on engines and reliability as teams such as Lady Bailey and J Mian Spooner lead the field.
The daily newspapers in Sydney including The Sydney Morning Herald Telegraph and Daily Guardian will raise prices to 1d from Monday August 4. The increase stems from reduced paper supplies and higher costs due to exchange rates, duties, and added postal and telecommunication charges affecting papers in Melbourne and Adelaide.
A Sydney conference among bankers discussed mobilising Australian credit to support the British loan arrangement. Officials stated that available credit would be mobilised at the initiation of the federal government and funds would be administered by Australia. Negotiations continue between Hoan Cowes and others to secure backing from London banks and private lenders to meet obligations.
The Land Valuation Court under Mr Justice Pike faces possible absence from Canberra this year as city lease valuations proceed. An official tender by the Taxation Department aims to assess all leases in the city area to determine fair values and adjust rates accordingly. The process, led by Mr John Dewy and other department officials, seeks to establish suitable lease valuations for the next taxation year.
A naval lieutenant and three women, including Gladys Grace and a daughter of W G Grace, perished when the Klune Rong crashed after takeoff near Malaston. Spencer piloted the rival Moth aircraft and won a brief contest. Grace, 19, a promising pilot, had narrowly escaped a March Marble crash earlier. Witnesses Worthington and his wife watched as flames engulfed the crash site.
The cabinet today considered a proposal to inaugurate a ballot for wheat pooling but postponed action until a similar move is observed in Victoria. The postponement reflects alignment with regional discussions and an ongoing review of pooling policies across jurisdictions.
Victorian government weighs a wheat pool poll amid farm group pressure. Growers back a one week window to decide on establishing a wheat market pool, with debate on its terms and potential effects on supply and prices.
Fragmentary record shows a House debate on import duties and the promotion of primary products. Discussion centers on reducing the duty on wool and other materials, opposing views from Mr J O Latham, and calls for actual promotion of primary products and imports controls to aid industry.
A government telegraph board approves higher postage rates, detailing new letter and packet prices and phase-in steps. The decision affects mail from local origins to distant destinations, with adjustments to rate structures and compliance timelines for carriers.
A sensational disappearance mirrors a notable European kidnapping. An influential businessman Bohainnold allegedly ordered by Soviet agents to Moscow, dinner details obscure, a four year old Rebarnhold vanishes. Diplomats may weigh action as authorities pursue leads.
The Aritigh Medical Association outlines a general medical service for the nation. It proposes a contributory system to fund health coverage benefiting all insured persons and dependents, aiming for broad support.
Parla correspondent reports a royal betrothal involving Vrinuis Armedes Do brows, linked to Prince Lowe Ferdinand of Bourdon. The engagement faces a scandal as guardians seek removal of assets from their mother’s care amid alleged fortune disputes and looming royal influence. The betrothal with Mrs. Muelle Cory was broken due to a misstatement of funds.
The Canberra Times plans no price increase despite higher production costs from British print and Americ an newsprint. Management cites no overcapitalization or overhead shifts and will monitor circumstances before any change. The paper remains publicly funded in part and unchanged for now.
In Dublin a long weathered Irish Grand Prix produced a thrilling finish as heavy rain and strong winds plagued the 50 mile event near Phoenix Park. German driver Caraotella in a White Mercedes led early and battled the field, with Campri in an Alpha Romeo and Earle Mowe in a modified car close behind. the podium saw Campri second and Mowe third amid a chaotic, rain soaked competition.
A group assaulted a female attendant at Coogee Motors Ltd during a daylight hold up. They struck her, dragged her, pinned her chest, and fled with £50 after locking the door. police later noted a revolver was shown but not fired.
The inspector stated no report had been received confirming rich oil deposits near the area. Mr Blakeley expressed belief there would be a public disclosure, but no confirmation was provided by Commonwealth Geological official Homfelder, who decried publication of such notices.
Report describes a June 27 theft at a club premises involving two men in Draidwood. Police say a man and horse and sulky were seized. witnesses link the incident to a missing rifle and ammunition. Court appearance is expected today with several speeches planned between Canberra and Braidwood.
A garbled British sports item mentions ENGLISH TEST TEAM LONDON and names like WAYNE and Nichole Ly with scattered phrases about cricket or pool. The piece reads like an OCR jumble with unclear events, dates, or outcomes and few coherent details.
Disjointed OCR notes describe labor unrest and a planned general strike with meetings in multiple locations. Mentions of workers, committees, court dates, and calls for unity surface with references to unions, city officials, and a Poite discussion. The fragmentary text hints at a broad labor action affecting services and towns, with warnings of potential demonstrations and negotiations.
A garbled report notes a Scottish tour and Australian involvement with disrupted lines and unclear details. It hints at political tensions, misprints, and undefined events around performances, venues, and observers, creating a sense of disorder and incomplete reporting on the tour’s outcome.
A London critic views England's prospects as uncertain amid political tension and evolving leadership. He notes mixed signals from leaders and warns that internal divisions could hinder wartime mobilization and unity. The piece reflects a cautious, somber tone about whether policy shifts will sustain resilience.
Monday discussion by the Labour Party’s representatives on government funding and policy shifts. The exchange touched on education staff enthusiasm and concerns over school teacher wages and platform support. Statements referenced costs and regional impacts across New South Wales and Victoria.
Fragmented OCR style text discusses arrangements for intelligence sources including references to Australia and New Zealand. It mentions special sources of information and data in the computation of war intelligence and reserves rights in publication. No clear events or personalities are identified.
A government interview states that reductions to salaries of Ministers and members of the Senate or House of Representatives are not planned. The Prime Minister discusses public pay scales and the parliament’s wage structure amid inquiries about potential salary cuts for officials.
The text discusses imported goods and tariff proposals in the House of Representatives. It references Dr Earle Page and a debate on duties and fixed rates, noting variations in import values and policy considerations affecting duty free items.
In Glasgow Australia faced Scotland with innings declared. Bowlers Kippax and Hues led the attack, taking multiple wickets as Australia posted a total while Scotland struggled to chase. Weather interrupted play and limited further action on Saturday.
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