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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
May 08, 1929
Page
1
Berlin reports indicate Mackay was shot by police in London at about 1140 p.m. while walking alone. Witnesses say the man staggered and collapsed before officers took him to a dressing station, as newspapers criticize the force for brutal treatment of journalists amid riot context.
Inquest into Mackay, the New Journalist killed during May Ty riots, concluded he was shot by a bullet in the arm while in the danger zone. The British Embassy seeks clarification on Wallet's trace and explains police warnings and that he acted within his own risk, per official statements.
A man named Wan was arrested and sentenced to imprisonment for seven years for murder. He was released after serving a five year portion. The case involved Cresswell and a quarrel over information about Marckay's private life, during which Cresswell was attacked with a weapon.
In London on a Monday in May an New Zealand airman involved in a crash in France is being sought by authorities. The report notes the aircraft incident and international involvement in locating the missing pilot.
Fragment mentions aid or flight to New Zealand and London talks for another plane to continue a fight, detailing negotiations and support moves.
A young man in Sydney died after stepping onto a waterlogged footpath near Central Square. Witnesses say he ran into a moving lorry and was struck, with police noting the incident appeared accidental.
Report of J S Garden urging miners to join a timber strike at a Yallourn meeting. He warned of marches, hunger and prison discipline as he claimed solidarity with workers in Melbourne and Sydney. He promised a mass meeting and a lunchtime rally to pressure authorities.
Sydney Tresway Chief Justice Deturhdee sternly refutes any direct or indirect communications with Garden regarding ongoing proceedings. He states he would not recognize Garden and denies any associate ever spoke to or acted with him. No one else involved admits soliciting favors or aiding any improper remedy in the case.
Melbourne leaders denounce Garden's move as overreach claiming no authority to curb activities. Officials insist government intervention is unnecessary and threaten further action if demands are not met.
A chaotic Palm Court incident led to six men charged with using violence to prevent workers from operating, during an attempt to disrupt a tense meeting. Police described the attackers as local residents. one man, Thomas Alfred Quick, resisted giving his address as the magistrate adjourned the case for further corroboration and testimony.
Abr Hollo way warns the Melbourne Trades Hall committee to avoid a full general strike in the timber dispute. He urges restraint, stressing the need to keep Yallourn works out of the action while ensuring the workers’ vital interests are protected.
Breaks broke down after three days of talks between employers and workers at the Lord Mayor's conference in Melgourn. Employers demanded adherence to the Lukin award and a 48 hour week, while workers pressed for a 44 hour week and private arbitration. No decision reached as sessions adjourned.
Senator Ogden denounces extremist groups fueling violence and sabotage amid a recent strike crisis. He condemns unlawful acts against volunteers and calls for stronger action to defend public safety and the integrity of unions. He warns that militant rhetoric risks alienating public sympathy and harming labor efforts.
The State Treasurer announced no final figures yet on whether income tax collections will exceed the budgeted amount. The budget foresaw £4182 to be raised over the current and next month, but no firm data on whether receipts will surpass or stay within that target.
Widescope has been given the Royal Commission to investigate the coal industry by terms of reference made public by Prime Minister Bruce. The scope includes production, carriage, export, distribution, sale, and causes of the industry’s current position, with the commission’s personnel to be announced shortly and protections for intergovernmental powers guiding its work.
It was reported in Sydney today that Mer. James Thuavison has been appointed Chair of the Heaval Commission to investigate the coal industry, Mr. H.W. Cepp, Chairman of the.
A dawn arrival report from Moir and Iwen Hote to the Awetrodian Treas Association states they landed at 4.20 am and had a smoother trip. They hope to leave at daybreak for Ak yah Buena tomorrow following a well behaved voyage.
A million nowerigns arrive aboard the Ikneer Hay and are escorted to the Bank of England for safekeeping. The shipment from Australia reaches London amid ceremonial handling by bank officials and customs.
Moleco Owen reports landing about 1000 miles in ten hours in better conditions during a five day test linked to the Australian Arena Association. Delays at Karaelis due to machine state. Vickers ADT says the Vellore venture shows great promise and the distances covered are splendid given the machine size. The team hopes to repeat the hop to Akyal tomorrow.
The Prime Minister said Dr. Watson's Petition to the Governor-General requesting the removal of Home Affairs Minister C. L. A. Abbott on grounds of influencing Canberra elections would be made public. The petition is to be considered by the Government.
A delegation led by Davies, Clyne, Horsington Mal.A. and Lagzarini arrived from Broken Hill to present the miners code to the public. Davies argued that the Premier of South Australia, Mr. Tiler, bore responsibility for the coal mine turmoil in New South Wales due to his stance on coal imports from Durilain, a position he deemed anti Australian. He claimed a Royal Commission, if formed earlier, could have solved the dispute.
Birhil Hin Cunliffe Taster, president of the Hoard of Trade, reviewed trade conditions in Parliament. He compared 1924 exports and manufacturing exports to earlier years, noting 4.2 percent higher exports and 7.8 percent higher manufacturing exports over 1924. First quarter figures this year show exports up 9.2 percent and manufacturing exports up 14.1 percent, with industrial production up 5.2 percent.
In Berlin and Paris, leaders warn the Dawes plan risks Germany's stability as reparations critics claim the scheme uses flawed methods. Herr Hugenauer of the National Peoples movement argues the mark is unsafe while France weighs how any new plan affects its foreign debt payments.
An inquiry will begin at Darlinghurst Court House to investigate the mishaps involving the Southern Craw and the Kookaburra. The session is scheduled to start on Tuesday at the Darlinghurst courthouse.
Captain Charles Edward Kingsford Smith obtains a divorce from Thelma Eileen Kingsford Smith on grounds of desertion lasting over three years. The case names Jamus Mien as a likely interlocutor in the proceedings.
The recent weather shows a light fall of snow with Canberra recording a maximum of 44.8 degrees. Officials note a typical autumn to winter transition for the Southern Tablelands in May, though yesterday's Canberra temperature matches recent capital records.
Agni Lackner and Leicester both figure in a South Africa match incident as Leicester defend 208 in its Ort innings while South Africa stand at six wickets for 218. Beldle scores 94 amid a rising trade trend and cotton comments cite American sections readying finance after reorganizing the trade structure to fund manufacturing and selling.
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