22 Jun 1928
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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Jun 22, 1928
Page
1
The NOSOW Governor announced an extension of the term to one year during a Wednesday session at Piney. The move affects state leadership through the next cycle, with party officials and residents awaiting formal confirmation.
The community welcomes the decision to extend the term for Site Govertei en Verm hay. Officials praise the governor and family for securing support while congratulating Bir Madbey and Jandy de UVic Denes Lary. Public figures express hope His Majesty's policy will be echoed in South Wales and the new term brings confidence to citizens.
Olympic guests to luncheon with Sir Granville and Lady Ryrie praising Australian representatives and players. Officials from the federation pledge peace time effort, cricket and football ties highlighted as Australians seek to prove strength beyond war.
A wreath laying and ceremony were held on Saturday at 1 pm in front of the Queanbeyan Memorial Carillon near the Council Chambers. Members of the Returned Soldiers and AIF Association attended, laying a wreath in memory of those who served in the Great War. Sub-branch president Mr Caldwell Wearne spoke after placing the wreath and paid tribute to veterans including Tad Nolen and other attendees.
The airman Maddalena reports locating Nobile's party at Camp Oslo and delivers food rifles and ammunition. He surveys from the air near King's Bay, then flies on to search for the wreck of the girahhip, while tension eases at the base. Weathered signals and wireless replies guide the search as rescuers hope for further contact.
The report describes Crawford’s improving play at Queen’s hub and Wimbledon build up. Hopman shows peak form despite an arm injury, while critics compare contenders like Cochet and Tilden as flags rise for a possible men's final. Women’s favorites and new merit-based draws loom in Wimbledon previews.
Relief headquarters now believe Amundsen has met misfortune and a North Eastland search expedition is launched under Maddalena Adolf Woe. The seaplane carried a sending and receiving wireless set and burned fuel for 500 minutes as crews feared forced landing in treacherous airspace.
The notices call for bids to establish letter mail services between Charleville and Wirr Vento, passing through Orn and Daley Waters, a distance of about 170 miles. The award will advance civil aviation development in Australia.
Fragmentary report from a Tour de France stage mentioning end of the fourth section Dinan to Drest. It lists placements such as thirteenth and lath with unclear names Winnesday Preeterance Wirtrom Osborne Hah and a note about Dinan to Virest stage and an Australian westward movement.
The Federal Treasurer Dr Earle Taye offers a cash bonus under the Commonwealth Conversion Loan of £20000 to encourage early lodgment of conversion applications. Eligible holders converting 2 percent stock or bonds will receive a cash payment on September 18, with warrants forwarded within two days after Commonwealth receipt. The incentive amounts to a significant bonus compared with the original proposal.
Fragmented OCR text shows garbled names and phrases about sports and people. It mentions a 28th date and Australian terms, plus vague references to tennis, a ceremony, and Jewish topic. The passage lacks clear events or coherent details to form a precise news item.
Sir John Butters testified before the Joint Committee of Public Accounts that the Federal Capital Commission began January 7 2025 and has completed about 44 years of work. He outlined the commission’s leasehold land tenure plan, city pre plan, zoning rules, government asset ownership, expenditure controls, and land sales by public tender, noting the broad municipal duties it undertook.
In the London scene a set of matches shows Hopman defeating Herarty and Powell while Crawford beats Feroaupe and Pilien over Catlaghan. The note describes tactical play with backhand changes and strong netting as players like Higgs falter against Morpurga, highlighting the event’s unsettled early rounds.
An eight year old boy was assaulted after being sent to buy a newspaper. He was found dazed along the street and later told police a man approached him and forced a thrashing after removing his clothes and gagging him. The assailant demanded eight pounds and threatened harm if not paid. The boy remains in serious condition. police are pursuing an arrest.
Reports from Belgrade recount a tumult at a Skupatina session where Deputy Rachitch fired a revolver at opposition deputies led by Stephen Raditeh. Tul Raditch was killed and two other deputies died instantly or were wounded. A Montenegrin deputy and others clashed as chaos erupted, ending when the president suspended proceedings.
In London at Wembley Davis Cup action, Italy secured the first two singles as Morpurgo defeated Hughes and Stefani beat Gregory.
A band of eight desperate stowaways on the Enterprise near Colombo prompt warnings. The Jervis Bay reports trouble as most of the Enterprise crew are at camp. It may require the ship’s crew to be summoned for rescue if stowaways are armed and barricaded in the forecastle.
Rachiteh was arrested following a stabbing where Stephen Rachitech was operated on and a bullet removed from his stomach. Rachiteh’s injuries were minor. he demanded an interview with the Interior Minister Doctor Karoseth who refused. Police detained him as he claimed his life was in danger and sought a revolver.
The ceremony honors the Drumpertal dead with yearly tributes. Notable figures Ceri Gliser and Ths attended, while others faced challenges in conveying the ceremonial duties and plans.
A boiler explosion in Aba City destroyed rear tethers and left 26 dead as wreckage scattered. Rescue workers recovered bodies and began clearance operations, with authorities investigating the cause of the blast.
English team for the first Test announced at Brisbane includes Full-back Sullivan and backs such as Askin and Brough. Half-backs listed are Evans Rees and Fairclough with omissions noted. forwards include Burges Bowman Pentham Slomuin Fildes Thormpeon Halfpenny and Horten with a remaining omission to be resolved.
Sir John Buttern, Chief Commissioner, told the Joint Committee of Public Accounts Canberra residents should pay kerb and guttering fees. He denied promises to fund fronting works by the public and argued Canberra leases imply charges like other Australian cities. He warned against dropping leasehold policy and urged a fair rate for residents vs taxpayers.
Reports from Sydney indicate no calls for ship crews today as the Marine Cooks Union holds firm. A general secretary awaits settlement terms while volunteer crews are being paid as they reach port amid ongoing labor tensions.
A London report attributes mixed views on compulsory arbitration, noting Sir Robert Horne’s stance and ongoing debate over compulsory arbitration in Australia. The piece discusses international perspectives and potential policy tensions affecting labor relations.
Sir Robert Horne said at the Economic League meeting that his plan rid Australia of strikes but was a failure because it kept two sides in constant fighting mood and attitude.
Six armed bandits stopped a Canadian National Mall car at Union Station in Toronto. They seized three registered bags containing valuables and fled in a fast wagon volume. Police across Ontario Quebec border state reinforced for the manhunt.
Newcastle report notes the wreck of the White Bay near Bierkton Beach was sold for 22 pounds 10 shillings to BB Bodrodeen, with details of the auction to be completed the following day.
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