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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Jun 19, 1928
Page
2
A fragmented publishing notice references The Newspaper of the Federal City and prepayment by subscription. It lists individuals and firms such as Wallon & Sem, Bow, Gordon, Ladd, and others, with mentions of Canberra and surrounding towns including Goulburn and Bath. The notice directs readers to contact the circulation manager for details.
Fragmentary OCR text mentions Muntay Cannan Wot Haverunto and a 42 Wire boy arriving amid a maritime break trove. References AKO pendrance rt a) the Marit brack trove and anorague 41 pilin aa favs. Pecan Brack appears as a fragmentary name.
Fragmentary weather note shows monthly rainfall totals for the current year up to May and June across several stations. Data appears garbled with misprints and unclear station names, but indicates rainfall measurements and totals.
A 1928 column discusses the history of rapid travel from horse-drawn to air and rocket speeds. It cites Kingsford Smith, Campbell, Keech, and Frank Lockhart, noting risks from swerves and mechanical flaws. While futurists predict speeds up to 1100 mph, the piece doubts practical realization and favors safer, moderate travel.
Fragmentary OCR text describes a trophy event in Gueanbeyan with weather notes and dates. It references May and a grant year impact, but readable specifics are limited. The item appears to be a brief local notice about a historical competition and its timing within a fiscal year.
Weather forecast fragment mentions Pine and Cobalt with showers and cloudy periods. Central point notes generally fine conditions elsewhere with variable winds. Some regions report fog, mist, or a mix of rain and clearing, with winds shifting north to northwest and occasional cooler air.
A weather summary across New South Wales Victoria and Tasmania notes variable winds from the south and west, with many fronts and frosts reported inland. Strong winds along the coast, clear to partly cloudy skies in places, and scattered showers in southern Queensland and northern regions are described along with a 24 hour period list of locations and observations.
The text lists numerous place names and teams such as Morainayon Trentham Camber Glen ovehy Rokeby Franklin Gympie Mishane Rillarwey and Wandering with scores and rankings. It resembles a local results table with multiple regions including Meckering Mabdurah Mumbiry and Danas bronk.
A 38 year old prisoner Terence Willen walked free from custody during a chaotic incident at a high court. Witnesses described a net of errors as an officer failed to secure the entry area and allow Willen to vanish as others gathered near the rock. The court heard evidence of a shed of custody and a quick exit by the pair involved with the incident referenced by a tutor and fellow inmates.
Dr Mary Booth visits Canberra to discuss immigration policy and welfare for Thvadueweny commuters. She emphasizes safety, economic stability, and the welfare of workers while noting ongoing interviews and outreach with local officials and organizations.
Fragmentary OCR depicts plans about Canadian settlers across the Atlantic, mentioning key figures and places with garbled text. The piece hints at political or logistical issues and rail fare concerns, but readable facts are sparse and uncertain.
Fragmented report describes a heated session as discussions on petrol taxation are rejected and government figures clash over policy. Journal notes indicate parties and ministers probing economic impacts, with reference to Queensland and national influence on energy fees.
Fragmentary report notes a railway tragedy affecting Ashbey and Gemtmo area with officials confirming a fatal incident. The piece mentions a Monday timeframe and a formal inquiry while identifying key local figures expected to comment.
A chaotic transcript shows a court hearing where Mr Anutay and Mr Anstey are questioned. The inquiry is adjourned after mixed remarks and procedural back and forth about statements and testimony.
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