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Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

May 05, 1928

Page

2

Brisbane Letter on Theodore and Labor Leadership

A Brisbane dispatch reports the defeat of Mr. Theodore as Labor leadership, surprising metropolitan industrialists. It notes Theodore's local prospects, the possible split within the party, and hints at implications for council finances and rate policy amid ongoing fiscal concerns.

Theatore Reéderat Tate Thouseh Chen Theodore Ferber Nest Pederat Lahenar Biel Gillen Latour

The New Bridge Delayed Funding for Grey Street Span

The council rejected a delayed 700,000 borrowing plan for the new Grey Street Bridge. Despite opposition and a tense political climate, the mayor supports continuing construction with completion targeted within two years of contract signing.

Orderan-Connell Grey Street America

Seven Million Legacy Burdens Metronautea Water Board

The city council faces a 7.015 million pound legacy tied to taking over Metronautea Water Supply and Sewerage. Interest costs loom as the council negotiates with Commonwealth Bank to cover debts and plan a 12 month funding path while seeking loans for operating needs.

Metronautea Uhiy Couneillas Ity Commonwealth Bank Cownell Sue Ik

Perth to Melbourne a Motors Record Odyssey

A fragmentary report describes Winzwnd Smith driving a Studebaker along the Perth to Melbourne route with a 2704 mile record at Lake Porkelilli WA. The piece praises his restraint and skill versus a modern daredevil image while noting Vacuum Oil Company sponsorship and routine stops at Virginia and Albury horber Tor.

Medlancme Dhs Meraner Mente Tte Gil Conpany oRobrit Garros Baekged Mr Smith Studebaker Thailiex Smithth Malis

Five Days Week Debate Splits Metal Workers Union

The Metal Workers Union votes on adopting a five day work week amid disputes over arbitration. A ballot shows majority in favor, but employers and the arbitration board threaten to suspend awards if demands aren’t met. Union leaders warn of possible court action to secure a five day week.

Dite Vernue Traudel Doe Beemma Hinself Perth Adelaide Melbourne Siva Sydney Metal Morklers Ivorby Aml Phe Betta Peeve Heaweyen Gahan Tee Waward

Unemployment Insurance Rates Raised by Executive Council

The Executive Council approves a higher weekly unemployment contribution rate to fund the unemployment insurance scheme. The fund remains strained after heavy depletion in recent months, with unions discussing additional levies and a 82 hours per week plan for the large workshop under Tutte Works. A three month scheme seeks worker and employer agreement, while dry weather and pending job security keep tensions high.

Executive Council Terna Liepartiment Rte Bona Lal Wien

Iceland Moves Toward Full Freedom After Five Centuries

Readable fragments indicate Iceland seeks independence from Denmark after long union. Parliament discussions in Reykjavik reference Denmark ties and the Danish king, with debates on declaring independence and governing affairs.

New Trophy Introduced For Balloon Race Series

A new national trophy replaces the old award in the United States balloon race circuit. Litchfield’s Ghowdyner Tyee del fodbber Company leads the prize committee and will host the events at Ak ron. The updated trophy scheme aims to elevate the national airship competition and preserve the legacy of previous champions while highlighting North American balloon craftsmanship.

New Nationoal Helicon Rice Trapelis Strites Haelen Liem Aeroamiautie Agsncishior Tey Litchfield Ghowdyner Tyee del Fodbber Company Ooleesie Eppelin Corporation Akron Gshhe UA Teephy Gorham New York St. Josepeh Ormiun Orman Wow Morton Gret Litchfield Serurky Mpeet Iin Elicsake Litetfiekt SereUtis Tun Otarty Bachte

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