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Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Jun 06, 1929

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Drug Traders Sentenced for Cocaine Possession in Central Court

In Central Court Frank Brews the hairdresser and William Thomas Mikey the mechanic were charged with cocaine possession. Detected in a cigarette packet, the drugs were linked to Watt and his wife, who is in a poor state. Hickey received hard labour, Brown nine months. Watt warned for drug involvement in his van.

Fydney Central Court Frank Brews Willian Thomas Mikey Magitrats Hickey Brown Frank Watt Polictor Watt Ballin

American Wheat to Relieve China

Three Red Cross commissioners will be sent to China at President Hoover's request to study family conditions and consider sending American wheat to the sufferers. The president says this is not a method to dispose of surplus, despite a Senate bill for 100 million dollars to promote exports. The relief plan is tied to the wheat aid effort.

Washington Red Cross China Hoover Sen Wei Nye China Rover Altwilen

Sharp Recovery in Wheat Markets at Chicago Trade

Wheat futures rose as President Measures for farm relief were discussed in Chicago. Reports say Congress favored an immediate appropriation of 300,000,000 for agricultural stabilization, triggering a jump in futures prices and signaling market optimism.

Chicago Agricul

Airships Safety Urged by Eckener Amid Public Concern

The weathered excerpts report Eckener calling for strict airship safety measures. He argues airships can be economical and safe for passenger travel, noting prior Zeppelins and public interest in reducing fire risk.

Vweerian Toenday Nies Musno- Me Eckener Aes

Unemployment Figures Shrink From May to June

The report shows a total of 113230 unemployed, a decrease from the May 13 figure, with the change indicating improvement in the job market. The data highlights the ongoing trend in employment levels and official measures of joblessness.

Vesuvius Erupts New Crater Threatens Villages

A new eruptive crater at Mount Vesuvius spews lava as explosions shake Naples. Lava volumes reach millions of cubic metres in 48 hours while villages near Hell Valley evacuate amid trains standing by to move residents to safety.

Vesuvius Irofeasor Mallurina Vesuvius Mas

King Annonce Quiet Day In London Visit

King Martyn received a quiet day report from London noting no change in condition after a visit by De. Martyn. The source states the monarch’s status remained unchanged and the day passed without incident.

London Tucainy. de Martyn Min Majesty

Prince Henry Duke of Gloucester Injured in Fall

Prince Henry Duke of Gloucester suffered a collar bone injury when his horse slipped and fell during a game in Vancouver. Official updates say his condition is reported as good and stable after the incident on Tuesday.

Vancouver Prince Henry, Duke of Gloucester Suere

Reparation Debate in Reichstag Ends With Walkout

In the Foreign Committee of the Reichstag wild scenes erupted during the debate on the nationalist motion to reject the reparation agreement. The motion was heavily defeated as the nationalist group walked out en masse amid calls for immediate evacuation of the Rhineland.

Berlan Foreign Committee Retchatag Germany Sircasemany

Labour Cabinet Possibility Includes Non-Party Men

London reports state Labour may form a cabinet with non party figures. The King will see Ramsay MacDonald tomorrow as speculation grows over foreign office and lord chancellor appointments. Results from Orkney and Shetland show Liberal candidate Hamilton winning, while MacDonald meets with party leaders in Hampstead amid cabinet speculation.

Ramsay McDonald Ramsay Macdonald Viscount Cecil Foreign Office Lord Finlay Daily Telegraph Macdonald Ofice League of Nations Labour Britain Geneva Orkney Shetland Robert Hamilton Major @penver Hampstead Morers J. H. Thomas Phillip Snowden Arthur Henderson J. Clynes Windsor Mr. Mcdonald Tila Mcdonald Labour Executive Lemorrow

Experts Agree Paris to Pause Owen Young Plan

Reparations experts endorse a unanimous report on German proposals but urge delaying the Owen Young plan until belated hernia negotiations on the merk qv fon are completed. Talks proceed immediately.

Paris Owen Young

Baldwin’s Quiet London Visit to Windsor Amidst Court Scrutiny

Mr Baldwin left 10 Downing Street by the back gate then slipped into Windsor Castle with little notice. He entered during a changing of the guard and met Princess Elizabeth as well as Lord Stamfordham before being ushered to the King's bedchamber for a half hour. The monarch reportedly deemed him unfit for a second interview and remains unsettled by the strain.

Mr. Baldwin Downing Street Windsor Castle Mr Baldwin Eizabeth Inga Baldwin Lord Stamfordham

MENACE FOR 25 CENTURIES VEANING VESUVIUS ERUPTIONS AND HISTORIC DESTRUCTION

Longstanding threat of Vesuvius described with eruptions from AD 78 destroying Herculaneum Pompeii and Strabial Barrier. Observatories kept by Neapolitan government monitor phases and forecast activity. A cog railway to the crater mouth may reach 160 yards, operated by Thomas Cook and Son.

Veruvive Herculaneum Pompeii Tian Larache Willie Thos, Cook and Rona

Cruelty to Animals Station Owner Fined

At Pirrwood Police Court J M Elder, Merriwa station owner, faced cruelty charges for ill treating ewes at Merriwa and Mlemineton in late April and early May. Constable Willis called it one of the worst cases seen. many ewes died or were killed after lambing. The magistrate noted the maximum penalty was only five pounds as he imposed a fine.

Sydney Pirrwood J. M. Elder Merriwe Wes Mlemineton Willis Merriwa Yorda Wan J. M. Elder Etme Hull

Oversea Freight Central Ship Committee Formed

The Oversea Shipping Conference delegates plan to form the central shige Pig committee with headquarters in Bydenes. Representatives of State shipping committees will be selected under a proposal from the conference. Mr T. Al Parkes, president of the New South Wales Chamber of Commerce, is believed to have convened a meeting for June 14.

Bydnry T. al Parkes New South Wajen Chamber of Commerce

Hoover Praises Reparations Experts Work

President Hoover expressed satisfaction with the experts committee of reparations, calling their conclusion a map toward restoring international confidence and stability. The New York World urged Europe to gain 10 years free from reparations irritation, praising American experts for an indispensable part in today’s successful unnecolation and urging national celebration.

Washington Hoover Owen Young New York World Europe

French Tennis In A Class Apart

Daily Telegraph correspondent Wallin Myers reports at the French championships that French men show clear superiority in all court technique. Lacoste Cochet and Horatia balance with strong play, while American contenders remain more aggressive but less versatile overall.

London Wallin Myers The Daily Telegraph Lacoste Cochet Horatia

Peace and Employment Ministry Rumors in Daily Herald

The Daily Herald says Mo Ktameay Macdonald may form a Peace and Employment Government with a Minister of Unemployment handling work schemes and coordination. It speculates on Macdonald’s Sept plan, possibly staying at Hampstead and not taking Downing Street, as Cabinet is formed.

London Daily Herald Mo. Ktameay Macdonald Herald Macdonald Downing Street Hampstead T la Lesliemouth

Informal Votes Case in Burnie Police Court

Robert Campbell and William Turtridge publishers of the Circular Head Chronicle faced charges under the Federal Electoral Act for a news article claiming voting was compulsory but no more than drinking. The Crown pressed light penalties. Partridge paid costs 6/6, Campbell convicted with costs retained.

Hodart Burnie Robert Campbell Wiliam Turtridge Circular Head Chronicle Partridge Campbell

Chapman Prefers Short Tests for England Tour

A R Chapman captain of the English Eleven, returning from a tour of Australia via Auckland, dismisses rumors of settling in New Zealand. He urges limiting tests to two days per match and favors a two-day gap for the next England Australia series, with the decisive match to be played at the end.

Aydney A. FR. Chapman Australia Auckland Egeland Famerland Austoalia Tom Mitel

Rhodey declines Supreme Court judgeship due to age

Rydney states at 69 he cannot accept the Supreme Court judgeship and wonders if he is too old for the job. He suggests Creto would be better suited as a younger successor to Justice Campbell.

Rydney Drisesenden Justice Campbell Supreme Court

Special Arrangement Heaters World Service Rights Reserved

In addition to other special services of fonf coronant bem, the compilation of the over ern inicligvererd in this bear and all rights therein in Australia New Zealand are reserved.

Heaters World Service Fonf Coronant Bem Austaliand New Zealand

Soviet Moves on Trade and War Risk Rise

The piece notes renewed push by merit of Labour to take office as a prelude to resuming diplomatic ties with Britain. It warns Maoist dangers and emphasizes the need for Soviet focus on economic development amid possible conflict.

Vnoscow Tuemiay Marcdonald Britain

Air Memorial Tenth Anniversary Plans for Trans Atlantic Flight

A London luncheon next week marks the tenth anniversary of Sir John Alcock and Sir Arthur Whitten Brown's June 14 1919 trans Atlantic flight. Proposals include a permanent memorial obelisk at the Newfoundland starting point and the Irish finishing point. No special anniversary flight is planned.

London Tuessay Per Ipanent John Alcock Arthur Whitten Brown Newfoundland Ireland Pitomi

Pastoral Outlook in Cooma District Sees Strong Feed

Cooma district reports good grazing with ample grasses and life in herbage. Stock in excellent condition with many fattening consignments to Sydney market. Mountain areas report heavy snowfall while mild showers could ward off frosts and sustain winter pastures.

Cooma HM. OM Stemnfeld Aiock Sydney

Scratching Byndey in Vietnamese National Hurdle

Rongift was scratched for the V jlorian Urand National Hurdle on Wednesday. The scratch removes Rongift from the lineup, affecting the event field and betting odds.

Bydney Rongift

Parliament to Sit Early in July for Industrial Reform

Canberra reports Parliament will convene in July about three weeks earlier than planned. The agenda includes repeals of existing industrial laws and changes to shift arbitration control to the states. Cabinet aims to finalise maritime industry laws soon and the Treasurer expects to publish final figures in August.

Canberra

Governor's aide sought to mediate coal dispute

Maitland coal mining districts MLA W F Hearn called on Governor Sir Dudley de Chair at Government House to seek mediation. The Governor indicated he would discuss the matter with his Ministers.

Rydney W. F. Hearn M.L.A Maitland Dudley de l Government House Todiny Hla

Miners Agree to Talks If Wages Not Raised

A deputation from Cessnock miners met with miners representatives and agreed to confer with the owners only if the wage reduction issue is not raised. The conference concluded with the condition that wage cuts would not be discussed.

Bydney Cessnock Bualhens

City Council Aims to Feed Hungry in Melbourne

Melbourne officials vow to prevent hunger with a new diet plan crafted by health advisers. The program, costing about one sixth of a day’s wage, will be distributed soon to the needy.

Melbourne Huncl Hewth

Traders' Distress on Melbourne Waterfront

On the Melbourne waterfront, Premier Sir William McPherson expressed sympathy for traders ruined by foreign volunteer laborers displaced by the last strike. The protesters urged the Commonwealth to favor professional sailors. They claimed foreign workers sent savings abroad and the Premier pledged to pursue possible remedies.

Melbourne Wesdnesday William McPhor- Utalion Port Melbourne Commonwealth Kforegnors Radera

Struck Off Rolls Solicitor Lionel McDonnell

The Full Court on Wednesday ordered Lionel William McDonnell struck off the roll of solicitors. He was accused of misappropriating funds entrusted for investment, including £1200 connected to Mr Eckford, with failures to invest both sums as required.

Bydney Lionel William McDoneld Cook Eckford

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