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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Jun 27, 1929
Page
1
A Canberra liquor ordinance moves toward final form awaiting federal executive approval. The plan, discussed by senior officials, aims to regulate dispensing venues and licensing, with provisions on new drink sales charges and contractor involvement under the commission’s oversight.
London reports a British air crew missing after a carrier task force altered course to widen the search. The vessel BaxI departed from Portmonithe for Gibraltar and may extend the search over a broad area as weather conditions and visibility affect the mission.
The Minister for Marine has directed four Italian cruisers and a squadron at Lisbon to pursue Major Franes along the Atlantic coast. The operation includes air and seaplane support to confirm the Amvemopalone sightings near Ast hop and coordinate with American authorities.
A rain-affected English cricket Test between Serrty and South Africa ended in a draw. Key moments included South Africa reaching 300 with notable contributions from players like Kurrey and Taylor remained not out while Watterall and Merkel featured, and WICKET fall counts were noted as the match progressed.
Fragmented OCR glimpse shows betting on Balada bowling strength and Tate innings. Mentions Allan withers and a 1921-25 era reference amid doubt about empirical validity, with no clear outcomes.
At the Hotel Cecil the Prince of Wales presided over a British ex-Service League banquet with Sir Granville Ryrie and Mr. Bavin present. General Dawes received an ovation as he praised world peace and friendship between Britain and America. Lord Jellicoe toasted Dawes and urged closer cooperation between the British Empire Service League and the American Legion to steer postwar debt adjustments.
The House of Commons gathered as Mr Baldwin met newly appointed Premier Mr Romsay MacDonald and the king’s message allowed electing a Speaker. Captain Fitzroy Daventry was unanimously re elected Speaker after tributes to his impartial chairmanship. The Lords will hear the king’s approval tomorrow and business begins next Tuesday with the speech reading.
Fragmented report details multiple events including a Derby and a voyage to Singapore. Names appear inconsistent and garbled. Key figures and locations are unreadable, but references to engines, times, and travel suggest a disrupted coverage of a transport or racing event.
An unclear report hints at a royal commentary on repairs and future travels tied to the Prince of Wales. It mentions Ireland hosting events and potential implications for the UK and Wales amid upcoming international engagements.
Fragmentary OCR notes describe a London reparations conference with mentions of multiple governments and their views. The text is garbled but signals a formal gathering addressing wartime reparations and related diplomacy, with names and places not clearly legible.
Fragmentary OCR hints at a historical chart or notice listing figures such as Sydney Webb and LesEnos with titles like New Baron and Wel dir. Mentions varied terms and places unclear due to garbled text, suggesting an early register or ceremonial record with several proper nouns and possible dates.
An unclear dispatch reports a racehorse event with fragmented names and places. The readable items hint at a race day update, mentioning horses and trainers amid garbled words, with potential dates or locations obscured by corrupted text.
Fragmentary notes indicate a smallpox vaccination effort with phrases mentioning vaccination counts and community participation. The text is garbled, but references to vaccinating five hundred people and local health actions imply a public health initiative underway in Aventry area.
Local officials announced temporary measures to curb gasoline use, extending limits to evenings and weekdays. The program aims to conserve fuel amid shortages, with penalties for violations and guidance for residents and businesses.
Fragmentary OCR notes describe a declaration by housewives with references to New Camtie and a meeting. The readable words mention a Royal situation and possible statements about joining or declining support. No coherent events or outcomes can be confirmed from the fragment.
Unclear text provides fragmented mention of Japan ratifying the Kellogg Pact. No verifiable names, dates, or events besides the general treaty reference.
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