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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Jul 23, 1928
Page
1
Readable fragments show unclear notes from a local plan meeting with several garbled names and dates. The text hints at a discussion about a corridor or project involving multiple officials but is too incomplete to determine specifics.
Ellen Terry England's famed actress dies at Tenderden Kent heart attack on a Tuesday. The King inquires after her. family gathers. nation pays tribute. A simple village church service follows before cremation and ashes laid at St Pauls Covent Garden.
Ottawa will surrender all stake in the Pacific cable under the Cable and Wireless merger agreement recently arranged with England. Canada will receive generous consideration and the move was quickly accepted as no profit was expected. Other merger provisions for Canada remain undisclosed.
Australian sculler Hob Pearce shows fine form ahead of Olympic events. His second boat has arrived with pacer Phelps. Pearce rowed four Olympic course trials strongly as his father watched through field glasses.
Pearce senior meets Wright senior, coaches their sons Joe Wright and a Canadian standout. The two generations, once travel companions, now race as top Olympians. Pearce senior doubts the younger Wright trains enough for peak form, noting insufficient body swing.
The American rowing team lands in Amsterdam with 384 athletes plus camp followers and staff. Coaches, masseurs, and support crews accompany a heavily equipped unit as tensions and expectations rise among competing nations. Austria maintains confidence despite the American preparations.
The report notes the Australians appear improved but unfocused and left to fend for themselves. It mentions all wrestlers on the wick list, Carlton showing sprinting form, and Ant Winter seen by an American manager as having a strong hop, step and jump chance.
Boy Charlton wins the 100 metres in an international event. Aral of Japan finishes second and Van de Planke of France third. The official time is not legible.
In Liege the Australian women’s tennis team dominated the Liege Royal Tennis Club event. Miss Hickerton and Akhurst won two singles rounds, Akhurst advancing to the final, while Mrs O Hara Wood outlasted Akhurst in a tight three-set semi final. Australian pairs also advanced with strong performances in doubles and mixed doubles events.
A fragmentary report says Captain Lyon planned a spring 1928 aviation venture to Los Angeles with a locally funded project. A tri-motor airplane would be built there with Lyon as navigator and names Limeaster and Mrs Miller among participants.
Egyptian lawyers announce a three day strike starting Sunday in protest of the suspension of the senate and parliamentary government. The action signals broad opposition from bar members to the constitutional move and on going governance crisis.
Airmen face conflicting figures on New South Wales vehicle registrations after two conflicting municipal tables. June 11 totals show 200 650 registered vehicles including 41 820 cars 34 707 lorries and 29 088 cycles. The December 31 total was 127 000. One half year total appeared far higher due to transfer registrations causing duplications.
In the King's Op Aip Vee preamed event at Firiiiin Hope's Moth won the race finishing four minutes ahead of Bristol Fighter which came in three minutes later. Miss Ayreon Math placed third as the competitors covered LOVT miles in the hour.
Patterson and Slawker defeat Hrenn and Moldenhauer 6 4 0 8. Froitzheim and Roce beat Crawford and Hopman 9 7 0 8 6 4. The Patterson Hawkes pairing earns praise as Germany’s best doubles of the season while Crawford Pman lapses boost German points. The ex Crown Prince congratulates the Australians who receive an ovation.
The All Blacks defeated South Africa seven to six in a tight Johannesburg clash on Saturday.
The pilots will undertake a nonstop flight to Los Angeles with refueling not required in New York. Present plans call for no intermediate stops as they complete the coast to coast journey.
Newfoundland premier W. B. Monroe has unofficially signaled his intention to resign from politics before the elections due in November. The remark comes as the province heads toward the scheduled vote.
In Mexico City the government weighs an investigation into charges by Obregon supporters that Labor Minister Luis Marones created an anti Obregon atmosphere. The move follows a threatened civil war as Obregon forces demand Marones resign.
Sir John Hutters, Chief Commissioner, says unemployment in Canberra is greatly exaggerated with only two distress cases reported. He notes most absences are short term and that relief will not be provided by the Commission. Plumbers expect possible job loss but new contracts and works will offer reemployment opportunities.
In Los Angeles on a Saturday Captain Lyon and Mr Warner parted ways with Squadron Leader Kinga ford Smith and Lieutenant C T Uhm. Warner stated they are still friendly personally though not to be associated in any future business venture due to personal and technical differences.
In Mortugal at the St. George fortress Captain Gonsalves led a garrison to rebel against the government. Government artillery engaged the rebels all night and by 5.00 this morning the revolt was crushed with the rebels surrendering.
In Mitcham on Saturday afternoon Ern est Ambrow Kleinert 20 was stabbed in the neck during a confrontation with orchardist Edward Augustius Rumpson 91 after a remark by Kleinert. Kleinert survived with a neck wound near the jugular and Rumpson faced grievous bodily harm charges at the City Court.
Vancouver police arrest Alfred Biggar aboard the RM Niagara for swindling a Dutch East Indies visitor of 31 406 dollars in Atlantic City. A provincial inspector named Marsona aboard is credited with tipping off New Zealand authorities after a year of cross border pursuit.
Fragments show tension between Captain Lyon and supporters over proposed ideas. Warner to visit Los Angeles then New York for comments, but Captain Lyon did not permit statements. Mayor James Walker of New York referenced in the muddled report.
Relatives urged a post mortem after the death of Lowenstein. Cap tain Lowenstein’s brother in law said they feared poison or foul play but did not suspect it. Circulation spread extraordinary murder theories amid the tragedy. The French boat skipper who brought the body ashore received £80.
In London on Sunday the Archidehon of Cantebbury purchased Re. 10 Chesne Wilk in Chelsea, the former residence of Alexdowd Cearre.
Mr. R. L. Robinson of the British Forestry Commission arrived in Canberra to discuss arrangements for the Empire Forestry Conference. He travels ahead of the forestry delegates who will arrive next month to represent the States.
The free Empire Forestry Conference, first held in London 1920 and meeting now in Canada 192%, will visit Australia starting with Western Australia. Delegates from each state will tour Canberra for a week to conclude final business, with about 80 attendees expected.
The Pope presented St. Mary's Cathedral in Sydney with a fold chalice as a keepsake of the Eucharistic ceremony. The item was delivered in Rome on a Saturday and serves as a ceremonial token for the cathedral community.
The United States defeated Italy in Paris to win the finals 4-3 6-1 6-3 with Hennessy and Lott beating de Morpurgo and Gaulini. America advances to face France in the challenge round.
Melbourne scores show Amberwell T goals 4 behinds over Willinington 7 goals 6 behinds Yarraville 16 26 defeated Prahran 4 16 Preston 10 16 defeated Prunewick 10 5 Brighton S A defeated Coburg 19 10 and other close results with Northeste and Borteo V 2 defeat.
Calais reports an autopsy on Captain Lowenstein showing a skull fracture and multiple broken bones. He appeared to have been alive upon hitting the water, but the final cause of death awaits toxicological results.
London reports speculation on who will sign for Australia if Mr Kellogg visits Paria to seal the peace agreement. It is suggested Senator McLachlan, leader of the League of Nations delegation, will officiate for Australia.
Victoria defeated Western Australia by 15 goals 10 behinds to goals and behinds. The Victorian team was by far the superior side and outplayed the visitors throughout.
Fire gutted the mercury store of H J Carter on Filusbeth Street City. The two-story building was badly damaged and practically destroyed. Estimated damage about 5000 dollars.
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