01 Mar 1928
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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Mar 01, 1928
Page
1
The readable fragments describe someone peering into another’s eyes and talk that hints at deeper emotion. The text is broken and unclear, offering minimal factual detail beyond the act of looking and whispering. The source remains garbled and speculative.
The inquest into the death of Mrs Grier, linked to Dr. Griggs, concluded with a verdict of heart failure. The coroner found no evidence of poisoning as cause and the jury reported no further action. Witnesses described a tense scene at the parsonage and hospital, with family members and neighbors recounting events surrounding the death and the ensuing inquiries.
Fragmentary OCR text mentions a £150000 claim and references to payments, delays, and names unclear. No coherent event, date, or identifiable entities can be confirmed from the readable portions.
Herbert Hinkler will arrive in Canberra on March 14 and stay for three days before leaving for Melbourne on March 17. A welcome committee will draft plans in coming days, while discussions with government officials highlighted appreciation for the greeting.
Fragmented OCR describes a Punch magazine item with garbled names and phrases about Hinkler and a Kangaroo related performance. It reads as a London column note listing dates and names in unclear order, offering little concrete fact.
The Canberra supply project from Burrinjuck Dam draws renewed government attention. Minister Mr Butteshaw reported progress with the Federal Government on funding and the State Government’s ratification needed to proceed. If the Commonwealth funds a temporary loan, the State will waive verification provisions, with work over about two years and agreement anticipated from the Federal Treasurer.
Delegates from the Congress of the Bat and the Returned Soldiers' League plan a police screening tonight at Capitol Theatre Flintdjective Mens Peior. Mr HL S, MS OW crespent, noted as lead figures, will address the audience as the British Expeditionary Forces depart for France amid the war’s shifting fronts.
A garbled OCR fragment mentions the Orient Line voyage to Australia for a wife possibly deceased, with references to Melbourne and a Melbourne wind event, plus a note about a fare or fee and an exhibit in a hall.Several proper names are unclear but Melbourne appears as a location and Orient Line as the shipping line.
A garbled report discusses a potential direct flight to Canberra from Sydney amid government debates. It mentions ministers Ottence and others weighing options and delays, with no firm decision announced on immediate travel or arrangements.
Mary Ties sends message to the Maternity Mortality Conference in London expressing ongoing worry over the high rate of maternal deaths and urging a renewed effort to address the issue. The conference adopts a resolution calling for inquiries into every death at childbirth and improved training for medical students on the topic.
Washington Tuesday reports President Coolidge favors an extremely moderate naval policy. He notes no further moves will advance disarmament and backs the program with allies including Great Britain. The aim is a minimal naval approach while awaiting cooperation from allied powers.
In Perth on Wednesday Ivy Lewis aged 02 suffered a fatal injury described as a brutal act. The incident occurred near Parkin Toomiles with poor witness details and unclear follow up. Authorities and a doctor named Eline investigated the scene as bereaved family and local onlookers reacted with shock.
The Minister for Home and Territories Sir Neville Howse told a Canberra deputation he would investigate leasehold tenure in the federal capital and refer the matter to the Commonwealth Government. The deputation urged inquiry into the system, citing barriers to private investment and resident inflow, with examples of industry shifting away from Canberra due to leaseholds. They warned the high cost of sowing and looming lease forfeitures deter private capital, echoing support from Sir Arthur Cocks that the system hinders investment.
A Canberra deputation urged reform of land tenure arguing that leaseholds deter investment, depress property turnover, and limit new construction. They cited defects in the leasehold system, the need to retain land ownership, and potential gains from freehold or amended arrangements. Sir Ned Howse promised Cabinet consideration and further talks.
M Hawkins reports lack of facilities for women sports in the Bed ere Territory. A land stretch from Acton House to Hotel Acton is promised for cricket and hockey use. Dukes Beauchamp and German Howes form a swimming club and push repairs to Acton dressing sheds and showers. A croquet club is planned and the Hotel Canberra lawn to host rowing.
The report notes that a director at Chul Aviation, or Hrinaiead, proposed a plan to address a fortnightly issue. It is believed there is progress toward rejoining Hinks servers for the aim.
In the House of Commons, Postmaster General Thomson discusses television under existing radio laws. Members react with laughter as the debate references budget implications and potential policy steps.
The article reports on a discussion led by Mr. McDonald, president of the New South Wales Colliery Owners Association, about collective working of collieries. It argues the miners would perform better with an independent push rather than communal cooperation, suggesting quicker progress if miners act with intelligence and effort.
The Canberra Orchestral Society committee met Tuesday night to review accounts. Treasurer G Thornthwaite reported £16 in credit and approval to transfer 100 to the new Canberra Musical Society to cover potential damage from a recent concert. A vote of thanks was recorded for Messrs Lyon N Stacey and others.
Evidence at Alcantara collision showed Tovarikeh de Clare captain claiming bow sprit struck the hull. He said lifeline knots were found and that he failed to act for sinking ship due to crew safety. Coroner returned verdict of drowning by collision but condemned inaction by rescuers and witnesses.
The Federal Capital Commission will push the road programme when finances allow. Plans include the Canberra Queanbeyan route shorter than the Urora road, a motor road to Mt Alaslie summit, and a link from Hotel Acton to the Commission offices. Paved footpaths and arterial paths to residential areas are also envisaged.
A conference decided that a representative of the Development and Migration Commission will be from time to time named to the Murray River advisory board. Mr J Gusn, former Premier of South Australia, has long devoted effort to the Murray River issue and has ties to dried fruit industries. The Holmehtite Council and Institute of Research will likely contribute, with Al Bt ard recognized for past experience making him suitable for the post.
A Canberra meeting at City Buildings formed the Federal Capital Territory License League. A deputation will be assembled to seek government approval for a public vote on licensing this year. L G Fussell elected president and Evans secretary. a large committee was named including Monahan Green Breinowski Sheenhan Deane Edwards Ramuth Dickinson Darvall Kell Burton Smith Bow, Romerville Woodger Dawkiha Fussil Evang Waterman Courtney Kelly Goskin Wright.
The Independent Labour Party conference in Norwich on April 7 will debate measures including a six hour day a national steel industry a living wage for all workers ratification of the working convention a training scheme for land workers seeking work in England and abroad arbitration of industrial disputes a compulsory Anglo American arbitration treaty and condemnation of government support for glorifying war.
Tenders closed yesterday at the High Commissioners office in London and locally for the purchase of the Commonwealth Line steamers. Romedies will eventuate before the result of the applications is known, with delays possible.
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