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Newspaper

Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Mar 17, 1928

Page

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Stolen Car Ring Probe Referenced in Court Case

A fragmentary report details an arrest and a court case involving stolen cars linked to a ring. Names such as Evans and Talley appear amid unclear narrative, with references to a Port Metheengeey area and a deacon visit. The text shows a chaotic timeline of events without clear outcomes.

John Paull Willy Aris Bram Talley Ostennt Genersiyre Ete Ceil Infil Wal Bey

Censorship Debate Described in Lords Lords and Proposals

Fragmentary report outlines a heated debate in the Lords over film censorship and government powers. The text references proposed penalties for certain content, a yearlong penalty for each word deemed inappropriate, and mentions a series of unnamed incidents and figures, including a reference to violence in an obscure narrative.

Break With Soviet Canada’s Decision

Ottawa reports a break with the Soviet Union as Canada plans to avid im man and examine communications amid tensions. The British Commonwealth and allied nations are noted, with emphasis on Ottawa’s stance and potential shifts in policy.

Ottawa Vraine

Full Freedom South Africa Debate on Imperial Relations

A garbled speech fragment discusses imperial relations and freedom themes. The text mentions a prominent figure criticizing or supporting empire policy and references to a debate context. Names and places are unclear due to OCR errors, but the piece centers on anti and pro imperial stances in a South African debate.

Two Eyes of Black Thareehies and The Content Mix

Fragmented text describes unclear events with names and phrases cluttered by errors. It hints at a story involving individuals and possibly a trial or incident but the garbled OCR obscures concrete facts or outcomes.

Overdue Trans Atlantic Aviators Heard Yet Hope Dims

New York Thursday reports Hinchcliffe and the Hon. Filsie Mackay are more than 24 hours overdue with no clear sign of their missing trans Atlantic flight. Rumors persist of sightings but officials say rescue plans are hampered by uncertain reports and worsening weather as authorities press for updates.

New York Hinchcliffe Filsie Mackay

England Loses Hope Amid Chaotic London Speech

Fragmented OCR text shows garbled quotes and names like Lord Pieheupets and Chet dee AGM Vidi, with references to Egypt and a poker line. The readable fragment hints at a political or wartime broadcast failure and uncertain leadership response in London.

London Pieheupets

Big French Machine to Attempt Atlantic Flight

A five person crew on a novel French craft prepares for a non stop Atlantic crossing from New York. The vessel named Rainbow aims for a speed capable of long range flight with a 9 ton hull and experimental propulsion, undergoing trials at the coast before a full cross?

Kinkeads Death Blamed On Engine Fumes Inquest

London report shows adjourned inquest into Piet Lieutenant Kinkead’s death heard fumes from the engine may have caused illness. Evidence indicated the victim did not own the car service, but a White River laboratory examined lead or cartonimonaxtide exposure. Adjournment to await new witnesses and further medical testimony.

London Kinkead Dagatry Evidenen Skinheal Peertig Awhiter Llecnivereth Walt Ue Newatt Manlvaly Omecers Chi Aml Owas

Punt Sinks Crossing Clarence River In Cattle Drive

Unclear OCR text describes a punt sinking during a cattle crossing at Clarence River with local names and places garbled. The incident mentions a rescue by nearby workers and implies loss of a boat and danger to people. No verifiable dates or complete identifiers are present.

Dam Disaster Search For Vict Montreal

A fragmented report describes a dam disaster search in Montreal with workers cutting through debris and attempting to locate victims. The piece mentions the ongoing rescue efforts, scattered details of vehicles, telegraph lines, and multiple regions involved as teams search the flooded area.

Elective Ministries Mr Stewart Stroke Prive Notice

A fragmented notice discusses the elective ministries motion in the House. It outlines considerations on per person representation and government appointments. The text references debates on the present system and potential reforms, with emphasis on party influence and future selection processes.

Stewart Stelkes Westman SH Periers Lee Giel Hove Nmake Bn Yeurles

Walsh Island Sydney Friday Tin Trade Report

An old newspaper blurb notes tin trade activity around Walsh Island Sydney on a Friday. It mentions imports and exports, prices, and local dealers with references to Deland and Germ Cenetrio entities, and a trader named Phe en Pebepie. The piece is fragmentary and reflects regional market chatter.

Sydney Deland

Britain’s Naval Estimates Report Saving For Year

In the House of Commons the First Lord of the Admiralty, Bridgeman, presented naval estimates showing outputs near 1914 levels after price changes. He said post Armistice Britain had scrapped 2,000,000 tons across 1,920 ships, with naval expenditure at seven percent of the budget, far below prewar levels. The article notes US and Japanese share comparisons and discusses disarmament aims and the Geneva conference’s role.

London Admiralty Bridgeman House of Commons Bridegman Great Britain

Anti war treaty stance voiced by United States

A U.S. official outlined that the United States favors an anti war treaty among world powers if terms can be devised. The speech stressed the United States will not pledge a direct military alliance and that peace cannot be assured by treaties alone.

New York Counel of Foreign Relations Mir Relhowe United States United

Capital ships debate on arms race and disarmament

London notes the conference urging government to press for an international pact to abolish capital ships and submarines while restricts cruisers to police needs. British leaders warn an Anglo American arms race threatens England and could invite other powers to follow suit.

London Thoraday I. McSelll Weir Stirling Trectivan Newcove-on-Tyne England Kenwaortly Admiralty Alma Mich

Naval Mystery as Flag Flown and Ships Delayed

A Malta to Gibraltar voyage of the third battle squadron of the Mediterranean fleet is stalled with delays and a flag hauled down. Reportedly tensions rise over officer conduct and dispatches show two officers may have gone to Cherlinar while a gunboat, under royal Oak command, faces discharges and discipline.

London Central News Malia Saye Apedihition Malta Gibraltar Crlhenlar Rome

Cycle riders push for footpath rules change at Te Muaie council

At Thursday night’s meeting Te Muaie council discussed footpath use within the town. A proposed measure to regulate pedestrians and cyclists on shared paths drew debate about safety and enforcement.

Rirgele Orhling

Admiralty Report on Poy Oak Unclear and Inconsistent

The Admiralty announces they are entirely without information regarding the Poy Oak. They say reports are to be set aside while awaiting clearer messages from the Royal Oak news coverage, as the vessel nears Gibraltar.

London Admiralty Gibraltar

Sir Henry Barwell in Senate on Thursday

Fragmented OCR text shows Sir Henry Barwell in the Senate addressing charges about his capability. It mentions his alleged resipuction and references Air Cheogruge Perea and Senator Nevabharaa, with unclear context and many garbled phrases.

Bentator

Desperate men scheme to break and enter in city raid

A garbled OCR passage describes desperate men planning a break‑in amid mentions of witnesses, power, and a discovery of workers connected to an alleged crime. Names and places are unreadable, but the fragment hints at a planned burglary and investigative threads.

Narrow Escape Fire in Camp Me

A fragment reports a narrow escape fire at a camp near Me Roperne on a Friday. The fire disrupted tents and equipment, forcing evacuation and leaving personnel to salvage belongings as crews fought the blaze. No injuries are confirmed in the readable text.

Housing Act Amendment Mooted

The Treasurer presented amendments to the Commonwealth Plousing Act amid debate yesterday. Details remained unclear as lawmakers weighed potential changes and fiscal implications.

der Arle Dare Herbi

National War Memorial motion debated in parliament

The Minister for Boomer and territories Neville Howse spoke to representatives on Wednesday about plans for a national war memorial. The discussion covered the memorial’s funding, location, and dedication, with emphasis on honoring service members.

Neville Howse Lili

War Grant Presented to Captain Hinkler at Kurrajong

Captain Hinkler was guest of the RAF’s PvE branch luncheon at Hotel Kurrajong yesterday where a war gratuity cheque of about £163 was presented. Prime Minister Briere cited government leniency in granting the award, with Bruce and other officials in attendance. Hinkler praised Royal Air Force support and recalled the Holy Land campaign during the late war.

Hinkler Pve Alillal Oboo Hotel Kurrajong Briere Flinkler Bruce HK. Rowe Willam Glasgow Neville Howse Karl Page W. Man Commandant Heritage Percy Deane League Mrand Bundaberg Royal Air Force Wil Australia Ramileh Palestine Holy Land

Visit to School by Mr Hinkler Draws Cheers

At Teloper Park School yesterday morning, Mr Herbert Hinkler was warmly welcomed by headmaster Mr Filside and Mrs Fushbe. He praised the school’s surroundings and urged students to balance study with sport, saying vigorous activity aids effort and value. Children cheered as he departed, tossing model planes into the air.

Teloper Park Herbert Hinkler Hinkler Teyufa Dero Filside Fushbe Domena

Hert Hinkler Engagement Offers Decline in Darwin

A Victorian era notice states that Hert Hinkler has received offers estimated around £30,000 for an engagement in Bigval ney since his arrival in Darwin. No offer has been accepted to date.

Rydney Ttma Hert Hinkler Bigvalney Darwin

Axe Slips Timber Getter's Plight

Newcastle Friday report of Arthur Field aged 1% injured while timber getting at Awahi when his axe slipped causing a severe cut. A passerby raised alarm and ambulances were called, transporting Field to a doctor’s surgery for treatment.

Newcastle Awahi Arthur Field Hon Hood Awaba Field

Fire Then Death by Self Destruction In Tin. Rhe Home

Fire and self harm reported at the home of Mrs Hurrow in Tin rhe. The incident occurred yesterday with bystander confusion as authorities investigated. No further details available.

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