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08 Jun 1931
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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Jun 08, 1931
Page
1
Fragmentary OCR from a historical page shows jumbled characters and partial words. No clear names, dates, places, or events are readable to form a coherent card.
The Ottawa Imperial Conference schedule in August is postponed as elections in Quebec and other dominions loom. Officials cite political tensions and recent upheavals in the empire, with leaders waiting on the outcomes before proceeding with plans. The unfolding electoral landscape delays talks and reshapes imperial unity prospects.
Police zero in on a attempted revolutionary act in Calcutta district. Five youths were arrested after a crude bomb was found at Bhayabazar post office counter during a raid on a suspected Communist group. Explosives were seized and investigated by authorities.
In Calcutta on Saturday a curfew is outlined banning railway and port workers and others from leaving their homes between 5 p.m. and 9 p.m. within municipal limits. The measure aims to regulate movement for a specified age group.
A garbled OCR excerpt describes a NZ cricket tour match versus Somerset with player names partly readable such as McHeyun White and Murrough. It lists batting scores like 1/44 and 20, but most details, teams, dates, and outcomes are unreadable.
A wide sport programme is planned for Canberra with Canberran clubs and visiting teams. Events include football and hockey exhibitions, a match between Amallo and Manulie at Mawvertea, and hockey, rugby, and footballers in various displays across the holiday program.
An account details a dramatic air mission involving Scott Holos and a mine event. It describes weather challenges, a lengthy cross country flight toward England, engine trouble, and a tense landing. Contemporaries laud the pilot’s perseverance and technical skill amid hazardous conditions.
A troubled report notes an English driver winning the Irish Grand Prix. It mentions Brookhavls and a pilot’s arrival in Australia, with references to officials, aviators, and a ceremonial presentation amid unclear details and garbled names.
Chichester arrives at Jervis Bay after Tasman Sea flight begun weeks earlier. The engine trouble and landing near Sydney are noted with efforts to repair. Following stop, the journey continues toward Lord Howe Island and back to New Zealand, with uncertainties about engine repairs and timing.
A distant tremor rattled parts of Britain on a Sunday, with reports noting minor shaking across towns and villages. The unusual event prompted discussions among locals about its origin and potential aftershocks, though officials offered limited details pending further assessment.
MELNONTINE Bundy addressed the Australian Women's National League in Brigston yesterday. The Opposition Deputy Leader declined a key position at the Conference, urging clarification on government proposals and potential tax relief tied to conversion plans. The gathering weighed value figures and future policy directions amid debate over non-conversion language and proposed exemptions.
Mussolini urged increasing foreign wheat imports to support farmers after presiding over the Permanent Wheat Community meeting. He argued it was advisable to raise the importable amount to bolster the grain supply.
Fragmented report describes tense standoff and power struggles between fascist factions and the Vatican amid political upheaval. References to meetings, protests, and security measures surface as officials weigh responses and potential negotiations.
A confusion of garbled OCR reports a case involving a lost overboard incident connected to a store’s owner Mrs. Tawia, with mention of a garden, a passenger, and detectives. The fragment references a clothing article found in a cabin and a manager Mr. Lewin facing two trial fines related to his wife and daughter.
London Saturday reports a disputed claim around a waiter named Walter at the Queen’s Hotel Wir aint. The Caletta Cup event involved a ticker with shares and large sums, including a payout of £160,490, while another party contests the token distribution and pooling arrangements.
A chaotic OCR dated report outlines a new German decree intended to reduce deficits through broad cuts. It mentions pension reductions, potential cuts across government services, and a 209,000,000 initial fund for export trade while noting tension over reparations and economic stabilization measures.
Disjointed text describes a denial involving a foundation team named Newman Good Break and references a crash or incident affecting financiers, a 43.20 time, a plane event guiding a large petrol quantity, and financial obligations. Names and places are garbled, but mentions Newman as champion and a crash with private creditors and interest payments amid a chaotic scene.
A fragmented report notes severe drought effects in 24 years, troubling farmers amid the Wheat Pool discussions. Officials, including Avemborn, are expected to frame policy as drought conditions persist and initial payments are discussed.
A disrupted report describes an expat allied with a clandestine group facing expulsion. The article notes an order to weave within 24 hours under alleged collaboration with a local party and authorities, with unclear local identifiers.
Fragmentary OCR text mentions Australian planning events in London on a Saturday. The readable parts reference economic debates and unspecified officials. Core entities and concrete facts are unclear due to garbled wording.
London report cites Sir Oliver Lodge foreseeing a new world discovery that will rival past marvels. He predicts a spiritualist influence guiding humanity beyond current science, saying civilization remains in infancy and youth holds the key to future breakthroughs.
London on a Saturday hear Sir Arthur Keith discuss natural selection and evolution. He argues race and independence shape modern science, warning against racialization while urging unity. The talk touches civilization, progress, and dangers of prejudice in a world moving toward peace or conflict.
An American, born in Cure Private Scotland, won the British championship after a grueling event marked by fierce play and dramatic lead changes. Contenders included Arthur Arnone and WIth Fortuna, with final scores reflecting a tight finish and a record aggregate total close to nine hundred.
A man named Jaro Mebiina, 20, of Waverley, a city worker, was injured at work and taken to hospital after a mishap at Bow Amihilian Station following a work incident. He received treatment and was moved home. The incident relates to prior health concerns affecting a relative.
In Canberra three deaths are to be considered at a coroner’s inquest led by Mr. Woodward. The hearing starts at 10:30 a.m. on Wednesday at Bannett. One deceased, George Nuy, died in a motorcycle accident, while another, Lao William Jennnsti, is linked to a Friday-electrocution incident.
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