26 Jun 1930
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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Jun 26, 1930
Page
1
A fragmented report notes a proposal tied to the governor and state authorities regarding transport policy. The available text hints at a contested plan involving a preexisting body and potential operational capacity limits, with uncertain implications for a public utility or port area.
A report notes the Southern Cross is promised to arrive in Newfoundland in July amid ongoing parliamentary scheduling. The article suggests a potential August rise for Parliament, outlining a timetable shift and implications for regional plans.
Reports describe a dramatic air voyage with the Southern Cross, circling fog over the Atlantic then landing at Harbour Grave at 6.22 a.m. The pilot radioed Cape Race for bearings as fuel and weather conditions forced continued effort. The craft faced a long, arduous endurance flight with broken signals and cautious attempts to regain course before contact with Newfoundland.
A £50,000 housing loan arranged with the Commonwealth Bank for Canberra housing finance has run out. About £10,000 covered an overdraft of the Federal Capital Commission and the balance has been used for housing advances. Limited funds expect to support finance for a short period with no further employment expected in some cities. The plan anticipated 40 new finance homes to be completed by year end.
Fragmentary OCR reports widespread flooding around Sydney with high water levels, road closures, and disruptions between Wollangamel and Caertoal. Authorities warn of continued rainfall and potential damage to infrastructure and homes while emergency crews respond to rising water.
In Sydney a contested ballot leads to conspiring claims and accusations of vote manipulation. Two candidates, including Lord Mayor hopefuls, face scrutiny as irregularities are alleged during counting and tallying processes.
The report notes a significant cloudburst near Pt. Kembla causing a deluge that persisted for a considerable time. It mentions water surges and damage while describing safety and response measures in the affected area.
A garbled wire service style notice describes flood relief funds of £4000 for northern district welfare. Government actions aim to aid immediate needs, with further instructions to be issued by authorities as reports update on marine weather and relief allocations.
A scrambled OCR snippet mentions Tex earnings forecast and indemnity, referencing American Shen corpere and Aus- Wels of American. The fragment lacks clear actions or entities to establish a full event, but indicates a financial forecast related to Tex and indemnity figures tied to American firms.
A distressed report from London notes Tuesdays Hiwan expecting a damp night to bind the Lords Wicket. Anner’s low mood rises as Atlantic conditions threaten to worsen and delay play with unsettled weather and potential rain.
The fragmentary text from Canberra appears to reference Sydney and Marcus, with unclear events and dates. The unreadable portion limits reliable specifics, leaving only scattered mentions of locations and people. Further readable context is needed to form a precise headline and summary.
The text references future plans including solo flight and a return to England by steamer, with a plan to fly to Australia in a light plane. It mentions hopes to be married by August and involves individuals such as Kingatard Smith and Southern Crome in Ameri. The fragmentary wording suggests a personal schedule rather than a formal news item.
Fragmented OCR text shows numerous references to tributes for an individual named Smith. The garbled content mentions Sydney, Kingaturd Ants, Molbourne, and other garbled names, with no clear date, location, or event details.
Fragmented OCR text reports a tainted message from a prime minister promising directions and remarks about military forces. The garbled lines mention Greenwich, 104 north, 8600 feet, and flaring imagery of blue floor and a tank, with distant references to motors ringed with flame and a New York date.
Fragmented ship and aircraft notices describe a vessel bound for Harbour Grace Newfoundland and a New York movement involving a plane and Kingwturd Hmith intentions. Details are unclear due to OCR errors but reference Cape Race Cape Aetladboth and the Howthvern Crome.
London Tuesday The House of Lords passed major amendments to the Coal Mines Bill, resisting the Commons stance. The decisive conduct by the Lords in upholding amendments fuels potential clashes between the houses if the government concedes.
Report notes Geary will not play the London test due to rheumatism. The piece references invitations to attend events at Lorde, government actions, miners’ labor notes, Harbour Grace Harbour and radio messages about a plane landing. Mentions of South Crowes and radio stations appear amid a chaotic stream of names and places.
In Rangoon a prison mutiny erupts as convicts seize the armoury injuring wardens while forcing guards to retreat into the walls. Military police rush in, two killed instantly, and the standoff lasts hours before reinforcements restore control at the Myo area.
A disordered report of a Lancashire match describing batting stumbles and bowling spells. Key figures Wood Til, Hurwood, Wall, McCabe, Bradman, and Frome feature amid frequent misreads. The text tracks innings delays, wickets, and a late call of the match, noting the impression of an unsettled day and a tentative result.
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