05 May 1928
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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
May 05, 1928
Page
1
A Pacific flight ban is lifted for Kingsford Smith and three companions after a review. Authorities announced the return of travel privileges to the group, citing updated safety clearances and compliance with aviation rules.
A garbled report mentions Captain Charles Ulm and a vessel associated with a river route and wine. Details are unreadable in parts, but the names point to a maritime subject involving Ulm and a wine related scene on a river voyage.
A garbled wartime item discusses Charles Lindbergh or related flight duties. Readers get a glimpse of aviation priorities and military air efforts, with references to training, ventures, and scrutiny of flight operations. The text hints at public interest in aviation during wartime and the role of prominent figures.
Thursday reports from Genoa say Australia and Italy begin Davis Cup first round play on Saturday. Hopman cannot play leaving Patterson and Crawford to handle singles and doubles. Crawford battles a cold and Patterson carries extra load on the left court.
Wing-Commander Wackett departed Charleville at 7 40 am to press a long range continuation of his flight to Singapore.
Fragmentary text describes a dispute over sending an Australian trade representative to America. The piece mentions incorrect messaging, questions about appropriateness, and the idea of an orator representing Australia in talks. It references authorities, representatives, and potential outcomes without clear specifics.
The Bremen type plane will be piloted by Johann and Risticz of Junker Company on a second German trans Atlantic flight scheduled for next week. Passenger is Viennese actress Lilli Dillenz who previously joined Loose to the Azores last October. First stop Baldonnell to await favorable weather.
Discussion centers on the price tag for the war memorial completion and annual upkeep. The £200,000 project cost is noted, with annual maintenance estimated at £409 and ongoing expenses tied to the memorial’s care and related services.
Mir 0. Mo Sehwah, head of the American iron and steel industry, urged Britain to assume leadership in iron and steel manufacture. He warned that free trade must protect shipping and industries, linking profits to stronger national guidance amid global competition.
In a Davis Cup tie, players from Australia and Argentina produced a tense contest with tight games. The encounter featured notable rallies and strong serves as both teams pursued victory, setting up a decisive next day.
Page 5 ran a drug victim story under headings meant for an interview with Sir Hugh Denison from page 1. The swap affected two Sydney news items, causing mislabeling of prominent figures and topics in yesterday’s edition.
Fragmentary text mentions sinking fund and names Landon and Sewell Clit with unclear context. OCR errors obscure actions, dates, and places leaving only scattered proper nouns and vague financial references.
Fragmentary Australian sports item appears to describe a match or event with South African and other teams. Readable names include Percabe Aboun and VAvstrediad, with unclear references to plays, captains, and scores.
A garbled historic text mentions Browne and an incident near Las Thon with references to Eric Trewin and others. The fragmented prose hints at a trial or confrontation and a warden interaction. Names and locations are unclear due to OCR errors but suggest a legal or vigilante confrontation.
Disjointed OCR text presents a garbled excerpt mentioning a bandit theme and unclear names. The readable portions hint at a chaotic scene with references to a question, a room, and names like Claraiiens and Heteeenese, but concrete facts or events remain obscured.
A fragmented, garbled OCR style item mentions best people and scum in a chaotic foreign city scene. It hints at a debate about social roles and control, referencing figures like Chad and Aero in a tense public confrontation. The text remains unclear but suggests a clash between reformers and detractors.
Fragmentary OCR reports a trial involving communists in Italy with mentions of defendants and prosecutors. The text appears garbled but references Rome and court proceedings, noting controversial statements and a political context amid unfamiliar names and phrases.
The sons of Martin Ryan, 65, a wealthy farmer murdered on his Devlin Victoria farm, offer a £500 reward for information. A murder charge was brought against Robert Ian Ryan, but the Crown has withdrawn. The estate is valued between £50,000 and £60,000.
Sydney report says Civic Commissioner J Flemming was knocked down by an oar while crossing George Street in front of the Town Hall. He received injuries and a severe shock but is reported not to be seriously harmed.
Fragmentary London billiards notes show scores and player names but lack full results. The readable text mentions a championship event and several players with unclear performance details.
A fragmented report outlines naval modernization efforts amid contested seas. It notes assessments of ships like the Austra ni, potential restructuring, and the authorities planning to secure assets and adjust hulls and machinery.
Crowds greet King Amanullah in Moscow as Afghan renaities pass the Kremlin route amid cheering and a public article signed by officials. Police and bystanders observe a tense but orderly welcome with large turnout and street scenes described in the report.
Fragmentary OCR text references a court championship and names Pierre and Brith Maire, but details are unclear. The readable items suggest a sports event with candid notes and possible players, yet no complete events, dates, or scores are provided.
A report details Prof. Nobile losing direction amid heavy crosswinds near a Finnish village. He was believed to have been flying toward Ken at 11:45 local time when he appeared off course and requested bearings.
Reported plans suggest the Prince of Wales will tour Africa including Kenya and adjacent dominions. The Duke of Clarecatr is mentioned as a potential companion while the itinerary may cover Cape Town, Fave, and Neribent Etadesia with stops across the Empire.
Dispatches from Jan reports describe Nationalist forces looting and burning in Tsinwasia as they clash with Japanese troops. General Kal She seeks control amid undisciplined units and mounting casualties. Officials warn restraint but the situation remains fluid with possible intervention by Japanese forces.
Fragmentary text describes Japanese casualties and fighting terms with references to units, locations, and dates that are unclear. The garbled lines mention “Hostile,” “Soditheren,” and “Winellem” alongside terse casualty notes, requiring full transcription for clarity.
Fragmentary report describes factions led by Fukuda confronting Therters over control of loners. Military aid to civilians remains uncertain and the War Offer has not informed due to interruptions involving Tennant and Learyes at Peers Tein.
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