25 Jun 1930
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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Jun 25, 1930
Page
1
Declared off Tuesday the meat strike by the Meat Workers Union is resumed at Homebush Abattoire and the Meat Gem Preserving Works. A meeting decided to reopen tomorrow with 1,000 cattle held over. Officials say buyers have about 40,000 wheat on hand and conditions not yet formal.
Floods and rail disruptions trigger shortages and price hikes as officials warn of supply strain. The Meats Board signals potential impacts on markets while shipping delays complicate distribution and consumer costs.
A fragmentary report notes a mining party led by Henry, planning journeys to Canberra and surrounding towns. It mentions a broken route, delays, and a traveler’s intent to reach Newent, Velver Valley, Muerurid, and Tamworth, with unclear outcomes and scattered details.
Reports claim German police used brutal methods with a shooting that left a boy dead during a canal incident. Witnesses describe officers firing across a waterway as crowds watched a warning was given. An official statement followed, but details remain unclear.
A garbled report describes thieves entering a premises and attempting to use a vent or chimney. The account mentions a vent, two men, and improvised actions as officers observe the scene in a tense moment.
Kingsford Smith departed Post Marnock for New York at 4 30 a m on a 35 hour journey. The Southern Cross carries a 38 hour cruising range as supporters urged a delay. A refueling plane was dispatched to Portland Maine to extend the flight if needed.
Meteorologist Dr James Kimball reports North Atlantic conditions hinder Kingsford Smith with no helpful winds. Dense fog lingers over Cape Race and Sable Island. western ocean winds remain unsettled, likely causing a poor landing forecast for tomorrow night.
The Minister for Local Government said cabinet had instructed immediate financial maintenance to municipal and shire authorities for the flooded area. The remark was made at Rydney on Tuesday by Mr Hruxner.
London reports a draw seems likely as the Lancashire match ends today. Woodfull faces criticism for not declaring in the innings and Australian batting largely ineffective against Lancashire bowling. The text notes Hopwood over, Duckworth’s form, Kippax and other players, with mentions of Wall, Horne, and Watson in batting efforts and a high total for the tour despite struggles.
Floods weakened the track causing a derailment near Newcartlis today. One hundred and sixty men were thrown out of work as the mine and line were damaged and the embankment collapsed.
The report notes a prolonged innings with Wood failing to declare a time for day as Minch tite for day, amid weather and rain concerns. Grimmett and Hornibrook feature, while captains prefer fewer big bowlers in the match setup.
Fragmentary report from the New York Times radio feed describes a flight under strong headwinds with good conditions otherwise. The message notes accurate navigation, cheerful crew, and mentions the Southern Cross overtrawlers and a speed around 100 miles per hour at 500 feet.
A garbled weather note reports heavy rain affecting the Central Coast region. The fragment mentions rainfall impacting areas along rivers and roads, with vague references to farmers and possible flood concerns.
In a confusing report Costes will not race this week after delays at a major meet. Officials cited unspecified issues and a needed rest period before any future participation.
Disjointed report notes upheaval within the Transport Workers union amid an internal fight over leadership and policy. References to a possible inquiry and public reaction hint at broader tension within the organization.
Report notes a state by election in Ayuneey with multiple candidates including MF Walmsley and YPalection hopefuls. No formal decision announced yet as the event unfolds and counts continue, leaving uncertainty about the next representative for the Aviatralian Lely region.
Railway engineers, including drivers, protest wage claims amid a provincial inquiry. The Australian Labor Party delegates debate pay scales and possible suspensions while courts rule on interim relief. The case centers on wage demands during the fortnightly period ending August.
Railway Commission will place tenders next month for about one million tons of coal from the Northern Colliery Swnera. The project value is about 000,000 with orders spread over 15 months and tenders closing at Yormorraw.
Wartime rationing policies and Department of Energy style wartime work are discussed as the nation confronts shortages. Officials describe controls on pork and other staples, with questions about enforcement, fairness, and the impact on civilians and industries.
Unclear text recounts a rain sodden finish to an Australian tour match at Manchester. It notes Hovenstvick’s late intervention guiding Wall to a narrow lead, details a tense final wicket stand, and mentions Wall and Tyldnnley featuring in key moments.
Fragmentary wartime talk from Monday hints at a global crisis as officials discuss possible Soviet aggression. Speech fragments reference dread, defiance, and political brinkmanship amid uncertain outcomes.
In a House of Representatives session the question of wartime housing and tenant evictions was raised. Mr Parker Mvloney argued there have been no evictions of tenants who were out of work, while a committee member insisted there was no plan to evict others.
The article reports that 31 unemployed farmers at Darwin and nearby Katherine and Mutare are proposed to receive plots for peanut planting. The plan, supported by the government, aims to activate the unemployed and is being discussed by the Minister for Home Affairs in Parliament.
A fragment notes that rights are reserved in Australia and New Zealand for compilations published there. It references a reception arrangement and mentions other spatial resources within the obscure text.
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