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Newspaper

Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Jun 16, 1928

Page

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Italy Rescue Ship Lonyon Returns With Information

The Italia rescue ship Lonyon reports the Likely rescue of the premiere crew after fog and confusion. The crew, including the Hobby line, prepared a relief dump and await orders as ships head to Syprise port to recover supplies and aid. The article notes limited further news from Salle and mentions plans to remove the entire party if possible.

Lonion Poiggziniea Ceeeue Tarty Salle Joe Ester Italy Erat Sypibeweyers

French Flight Struck by Storm and Loss of Life

A French air formation from Namey to La Meur was struck by a storm over Paris causing multiple crashes. Several planes went down, with two survivors and many presumed dead. one observer killed and searches ongoing as wreckage is recovered.

Paris la Moureet Parks le Pegmrs Catesiig Weriemms Lakal Vaviin Sur Uri Stivkard Tiaawewen Belfo Pairoclite Cimyat la Meur- Mm Richard Sen Otter

Prayer Book Rejected Amid Vatican Hearing Chaos

Fragmented OCR text describes a parliamentary or church debate and a rejection related to a prayer book. Mentions London, a vote around February, and references to principles and figures in a contested religious context. Names and specifics are obscured by garble but imply a formal protest or setback.

One Survivor From White Bay Coaster Disaster

Friday report states only one survivor from the White Vinny wreck. Goradie Chleupie told officials that no panic arose when the vessel struck. He described injuries among crew but says all attempted to reach the shore. Authorities note six men were missing, with inquiry pending.

Sydney Goradie Chleupie Sam Olivia Tome Vuuwskay White Bay Grieupers

Canberra Welcomes The Southern Cross At Duntroon Landing

Canberra greeted the Southern Cross as it landed at Duntroon after a Melbourne departure at 11.25 a.m. The 5,000 waiting crowd, many from surrounding towns, endured delays and crowding as the plane touched down at 3.40 p.m. Spectators lined riverbanks and vantage points, with hours of anticipation and chatter filling the air while the aircraft’s faint speck grew into a full landing.

Southern Cross Melbourne Canberra Tieuiinge

Strike Off Ships To Be Manned In Melbourne

Melbourne shipowners and workers reach a settlement after a meeting. The Commonwealth Shipping Chamber chairman Mr W Apmetan announced immediate commissioning of ships with men to be returned to those ships not yet commissioned. The Victorian Sea Union was notified with a telegram confirming non-union men aboard ships.

Melbourne Marine Cai W. Apmetan Stenimnahip Chwnerk Shipowiers Tudelope Ornetiony The Seal Union Bernie Fedterat Uetituts Tolaur al Shipa Hon-Union Tolaur la Oonah Loongona Kammeniha

Deregistration Motion In Federal Arbitration Court

In Brisbane, before Chief Judge Lethridae and three union members, a motion for deregistration was heard. The applicants claimed union officials caused employment refusals, and the judge granted a rule for returnable further proceedings.

Melouteshe Federal Arbitration Court Lethridae Harry George Snell George Greenest Willan Torrack Lie Marine Cooks’ Union Brisbane Milo Ox

Flight from Australia to Perth by Kingsford Smith

At a reception in Parliament House yesterday the Prime Minister announced that the Southern Cross would fly from the east coast of Australia to Perth and back. The Director of Civil Aviation Colonel Brittain said his department would render every aid to the expedition.

Parliament Tennan Ealand Kingsford Smith Weahl Australia Perth Britsaend

Official Reception at Parliament House after arrival in Canberra

A reception was held at Parliament House attended by Mera, Mea Kingsford Smith, Mrs. Uim, and others. In the absence of the Crime Minister, they were welcomed by Vice-President of the Executive Council Senator Sir Georges Moaree. The group then met ministers and senators before proceeding to dinner where Sir George Wain offered warm congratulations.

Chanel Hytel Canberra Mera Kingsford Smith Uim Marliaiment Howe Bead Eran Lle Sydney Dinine Ream George Wain Exado Central Amd

Landing of a Great War Machine in a Civic Salute

A chaotic crowd streams toward a landing field as a monumental airship returns, hailed by cheers and a band. Major figures and dignitaries address the crowd, presenting a ceremonial cheque to Sir Stuart and the nation, while veterans and workers recall past feats in aviation and conquest.

Child Killed by Uprooted Tree in Maui Median

A strong wind uprooted a tree at Maui Median causing the death of a child. Burd Hayward, and Mrnday, waged 4, were involved in a dispute over paternity and inheritance with Murbem Haywire named in the event. Police investigated the incident and the case remains open.

Brillants Mrnday Burd Hayward Murbem Maui

Jap Warships Visit Port Breezy Amid Pacific Tour

Fragmentary report notes Japanese warships Freeman Ti and others visiting Avercollan ports including Lewes Joy for Adelaide, Melbourne, Tobart, Sydney, and New Zealand. Sub lieutenant Takai Psu, brother of the Emperor, serves aboard He Wulannia.

Freeman Jinese Freien Saneadron Avercollan Portable Nyttegy

Flying boats sail from Perth amid rough weather

Four Hawt loan pan say coastal vessels depart Perth bound for Alluny as weather hampers voyage. Pridsy Meeth reports uncertainty over arrival and route while crew records show haste and caution in hazardous conditions.

Perth Alluny Nore

Aero Club Planes Reach Canberra After Bad Conditions

Only two of the Aero Club aircraft reached Canberra yesterday as adverse weather hindered progress from Sydney. The remaining planes were diverted to Goulburn, with one item of the convoy said to come on to the capital. A Melbourne aircraft was among yesterday's arrivals.

Aero Club Canberra Sydney Goulburn Tleet Melbourne

Plane crashes near Sydney as planes head to Canberra

News from Sydney reports multiple aircraft in flight to Canberra to welcome Captain Kingsford Smith. Several planes including the Meteor, Moth and Curtin types suffered a forced landing or crash in bad weather. One pilot uninjured after a propeller break, another plane forced down near Mariel Brothers College.

Sydney Canberra Kingsford Smith Hughes Lengnatt I. ‘Tyler Shortridge Mr. Tyler Tt. Mitchell Curtin H. W. Hoss G. N Mila Aero Club Mosara N Mariel Brothers’ College

Steamer Aymette Damaged In Storm Near Auckland

The steamer Aymette arriving from Nauru faced a severe storm off Auckland. A mountainous sea swept the vessel, tearing away deck railing and causing extensive damage. The ship was adrift for several hours before assistance.

Auckland Aymette Nauru Kingsford Britth Brisbane

Wreck of Blurlight Near Keppel Island Claims Two Crew

A motor testing boat named Blurlight wrecked off south Keppel Island amid boisterous weather. Two crew members, John Murphy and Fort Mewhouse, reached shore as rough seas delay rescue of the remaining crew aboard.

Fragmentary Wire Report On Lost Generator Hit

A garbled wire service style item reports a lost generator incident with partial details and unclear names. Readable fragments mention a telegraph line and possible timing, with unrelated verbiage obscuring key facts. The piece preserves the sense of a developing outage and delayed communications.

Clyde Inquest: Husband Committed For Trial

The inquest into Mrs Rebecca Delaney’s death at Granville hears testimony. Thomas Delaney, husband of the deceased, is committed for trial after evidence about a May death and Delaney’s statements. The case includes claims of property disputes and alleged threats.

Dpney Rebecca Delaney Dent Chde Parramattaile Te Waren Maighedean Ek Thomas Deine Bherida Delaney Walsh Ciehney Travers Una Delaney Granville

Gist of Fragmented Text With Names and Patches

Fragmentary OCR passage mentions names and places in a garbled form. Notes refer to Airs, critics, and a “HomeW method” with references to regions and islands. The text is incoherent, blending possible proper nouns with stray terms and partial phrases. No clear event or outcome emerges to summarize.

Crusher Keith Miler Agni Tey Wilkin Poli Patwre Avram Chiat

Hoover Republican Choice for the Presidency in Kansas City

A garbled report on the Republican convention shows Hoover favored, with Foll ette condemned the navy and conscription. The hall featured lively demonstrations, tambourines and dances, while Lowden withdrew his bid after the agricultural plank was approved. The scene included diverse delegates and subdued applause at Coolidge’s casket.

Kanbas Thuraby Borcoqne Lowden Watson Curlla Han Nia Coolllee

War Memorials Protection Urged by State Executives

The State Executive warns against desecration of war memorials and urges rapid protection measures. Officials cite recent thefts of memorial cards and potential reuse of cenotaphs for unauthorized acts, urging authorities to safeguard war graves and monuments.

Avis i Boliers Loigur Reviel Toxk Lyon Ad Hinkler Lip Brissenden Muikke Audioinicl Afenve

Debate Over Voronoff Monkeys and Licensing at Cambridge

In a discussion led by Sir Joynson about Professor Voronoff, the parties questioned whether he could operate without a license. They criticized the plan to perform monkey gland experiments, especially on women, and debated the need for proper authorization and safety before any human procedures.

London Thyitechius Dryant Catamena Joynson Voronoff Ware Cambridge Radford Dean Joynson de Ke

Martin by Election Witnessed by Hundreds

A fragment from a Mateth electomite letter urges against compulsory voting, arguing it would strip citizens of freedom to choose their representatives. The writer laments government coercion and notes support from many locals.

Oney Pride Georgy Crawley Mateth Wwe Boda Rydney

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