20 Mar 1928
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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Mar 20, 1928
Page
1
A house fire claimed the lives of five children in an early morning blaze. Neighbors reported smoke and flames engulfing the residence as emergency crews battled the blaze. Authorities are investigating the cause and noting the victims, including a child named Shelby, were found in separate rooms.
Fragmented OCR summary notes an upcoming event or meeting related to women’s hospitals and a health drive. Mentions countrywide effort with several speakers or participants and a focus on community medical facilities. The text is garbled but signals a planned gathering and public involvement.
A labourer was charged by the central police after a gun affray at a house in Wowie Chaypepebee. The incident began when a man and his wife assaulted another man and a woman followed by MacNeill, leading to a fatal confrontation. The magistrate extended a remand while the case proceeds.
A man at Goulburn Gaol died in a suspected self inflicted incident after an altercation. Authorities report two children known to the deceased and are investigating the circumstances surrounding the death and possible contributing factors.
The plane Red Rose with Captain W. M. Lancaster and Mrs. Keith Miller landed in Darwin at 2 30 p m completing its flight from England begun October 14. They were not expected due to bad weather delaying them at Koepang and arrived without a welcome crowd as the voyage continued toward an uneventful end.
Leases in Melbourne Buildings Section Civic Centre sold April 9 will be forfeited by lessees who will not start building within the covenant period. Federal Capital Commission to be notified as owners initiate forfeiture actions affecting multiple lots and companies with total upset values listed.
In Sydney Pyrmont, Kenneth Norman Urquhart faces murder charges for allegedly killing his wife Leila Gril near a public eatery. The Crown Prosecutor cites direct evidence of spousal conflict and prior drinking as factors in the fatal event. The trial proceeds with a jury and witness testimonies outlining the sequence of events and alleged injuries.
A scrambled OCR fragment reports a planned kidnapping attempt involving a figure described as ex-Dremler of frag. The text mentions passersby and a schoolteacher witness, with scattered references to locations and dates, but the core facts are obscured by garbled text.
The Urine Aline Mor Brucee communicates with New South Wales Premier Havin alleging ill conduct and requests inquiry into charges of maladministration by MP Whiddon and the taxation department official.
Federal officials mark time on the tender process for an upcoming event amid unclear schedules. The report mentions several names and a sequence of decisions affecting the plan, with emphasis on procedural delays and potential outcomes.
A proposed Australian conference to appoint representatives to a joint body stalled after disputes between major employer bodies and chambers. Leaders from Victorian and New South Wales groups debated terms as Melbourne hosts the council meeting, delaying plans for a national industry coordination push.
Sparse readable text mentions Freemoid Land and questions about value and acquisition. Several garbled names and phrases hint at a land deal or title inquiry with references to places and persons, but specifics are unclear due to OCR damage.
Readable text shows a local jazz performance with a band and officials present. The writeup mentions a public gathering, a date, and the participation of musicians and police or civic officers at the event. The exact names and details are unclear due to garbled OCR.
A recent meeting of the Serial services Asworlakian discussed Arbor Day at the school picnic. Each child would plant a tree and have a plate showing the child's name and planting date. The General Secretary Mr JH Hoteysett is coordinating with the state committee secretary.
A six week old girl was found abandoned wrapped in clothing with a note attached. She was discovered Sunday night near Wai fara and taken to Bearha for care. Police investigate the case as a deserted child incident and seek information.
Ruby Anne Austin, 43, with a long criminal record, was ordered to good behaviour For assaulting Parker at West Maitland railway station. The case noted 20 prior convictions and sentencing followed a Thursday incident with threats and attempted harm.
Coroner hears testimony about a possible murder suicide scenario at Minnie Ghilys Mildred Anderson home. George Anderson denies locking a door despite witness claims the door was locked with the key beneath it. Coroner postpones further evidence to March.
Bert Hinkler received a civil reception at Melbourne Town Hall. He defended British aircraft while urging Australia to build more landing grounds and a stronger domestic aviation industry. He claimed British planes could serve the region better and challenged motor car depreciation comparisons.
Prime Minister Reyes received a letter from Captain Hinkler dated Hotel Canterry March 4 expressing deep gratitude to the Commonwealth. He thanked Australians for the welcome in Canberra and the honors given at the National Capital, noting weather hindrances but praising the ceremony and seats.
A report singles out Hinkler as a premier pilot after landing on a rough spot at Conterrn. The Center of Civil Aviation, led by Colonel Hunnemead, endorses Australian aviation as the core of transport, praising the endeavor without a word of protest.
Paris reports Minister for War M Painlewe stated France aims to keep its army as a force for peace and service of price while warning that European powers must shield Kererkets gear from American competition that could threaten rivalry and trade.
The Concilation Committees led by Mr Rhewart report misinterpretations from the Federal Council of Toiler Makers and say the Union cannot act on the proposed plan. A meeting with Ape Stewart discusses Walsh Deland’s status and potential for future action.
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