06 May 1930
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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
May 06, 1930
Page
1
A partially legible report notes a planned Royal Dutch Airmail service between Australia, Indonesia and the Netherlands Indies. The barge timetable suggests a weekly connection with flights likely starting in October or November, with approximate costs around £50 and a September launch for some routes.
In Zurich on Saturday the Australian team defeated Switzerland 6 1 1 8 and Moon edged Chiew Cwlixerland 1 8 63. The Australians won the final series with Jher and Hines sharing a Mod in a tight finish.
Fragmented wartime style notes reveal campaign tension with references to parties, figures, and a forthcoming election. Mentions of Australia, Belgium, and various names hint at international sporting events and political slogans amid noisy coverage.
A garbled report from London mentions Mundus Bie Milley and Jie Well-known motor car topics. It describes a boat incident with a fast run and a collision near a stern bow, referencing Miller and others in a dramatic sequence.
Melbourne reports ministers summoned to Canberra for a crucial cabinet session. The meeting aims to decide on abolishing absolute preference for returning soldiers, with internal Labour Party divisions noted. Officials indicate potential shifts in policy and consequent parliamentary reactions.
A garbled report from the commission discusses temporary deva tepetta and potential action. It notes transfers, mentions Home heey et hee quid thre waudaartiew, and references the Horst Hoare detarattie and officer accommodations amid the commission’s findings.
Match resumed in fine weather as Leicestershire total surpassed rivals in a confident innings. Bradman and Richardson built a strong partnership, steadying the score for Australia with patient hitting and disciplined batting. The morning session produced tight bowling and sharp fielding shaping the day’s result.
A Canberra reform proposal urges asset write downs to true values, land value deflation, and concentrated development in targeted areas to cut living costs. It argues for cheaper housing, reduced capital city overcapacity, and reliance on Commonwealth funding to support residents amid rising rates and urban pressure.
A fragmented review discusses financial status and policy shifts, focusing on revenue changes, cost controls, and industry support. It mentions utility pricing, housing rents, and impacts on rural districts, with references to Canberra, national departments, and potential industrial expansion.
Fragmentary text hints at a local council ban related to flight activity and advisory guidance. Mentions names such as Ayralites and cricketers and a morning visit by guests, but lacks coherent details or dates to form a complete incident report.
Sydney voters face a council election on June 1 with Labour candidate Mchcial Labour heading the slate. The article lists several candidates including Goodeyy Banal Brunt oxwiderman EF Dim Mhwanen Jand Lawes and Mindan Ward incumbent Hye Hai Wayel. Protests and political tensions mark the campaign as contenders buttress their platforms and local issues at stake.
A massive forest and timber fire rages across parts of New York and Pennsylvania. Reports describe homes, farms, and vegetation burned as thousands battle the blaze along rivers and towns. Evacuations occur with smoke blanketing cities and firefighters pressing efforts through the night.
A garbled report notes a fire on a liner causing wire fuse and injury to a woman named Mrs Ahonen. The passage mentions a Tein ot Houtrig crew and unclear timing with references to liver and approaching junk from Lami, lacking coherent details.
Mass protests on the coalfields drew thousands as police and militia faced demonstrators. Reports describe chaotic scenes with improvised chants and scattered clashes, while authorities sought to maintain order amid rising tensions.
Melbourne labor federation loses bid to force employment and water service preferences. Court ruling upholds management rights against federation demands for priority hiring and wage guarantees in Melbourne and nearby districts.
An opaque transcription details a peculiar attempt involving names such as Hannay Laird Wakerptie and Char Wood from Amerion. The text references a forthcoming decision by Windermete and Henry Megrave, with mentions of a fleet shock and travel at 250 ritten ae heme, amid weather notes and fortified elements.
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