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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
May 08, 1930
Page
3
The readable bits describe a brient pot with Roman wall remains near London and the revival of a value tied to Balbus. Mentions a 1400 year awe, a German defeat memory, and a decree renaming a thoroughfare. Notable entities include Balbus and Berlin.
An OCR fragment hints at a note to Dr Strese Mann and a erased line about a great German memory, referencing Merlin and a minister, with unclear context and damaged wording. The piece suggests historical memory and German figures but lacks coherent details.
In a heated session led by Mr Yatham, opposition and Nationalists clash over government preference in employment for returned soldiers. The debate covers union influence, wartime policies, and the shift of Labour to safeguard jobs for veterans, with ministers defending safeguards and critics accusing the government of political maneuvering.
Kenya settlers face ravages from the moly badd worm in port plantations. Officials from the John Inne Hortteuls royal institution and Chief Aeluntino Adytwer discuss Hhorthorn and Mereford cattle as best fits for Kenya. Wheat and bat Wy show promise. tobacco remains speculative amid rapid farming tests.
In a Senate session Senator Daly read a Prime Minister statement on favoring returned soldiers. Senator Sir Georgy Peare protested, calling it a "complete eltin down" and criticized the government's handling as obstructive.
In a debate led by Senator Daly, the Government affirmed its continued presence in soldier employment and reinforced preference for unionists. Daly cited import data on motor car bodies from the United States from January 1, 1930 to April 10, 1930, noting 40K to 57,1K bodies in bond and the benefit of lower duty for owners. The assistant minister reported on improvements including a water supply, aviator facilities, and ongoing projects whose completion depended on available funding.
The Public Works Committee heard evidence on building a lighthouse ship to supersede the Koogie off Amtradia. Jack Payne, Cockatoo Dockyard manager, proposed a twin screw steamer at about £76,500 for the hull plus £48,000 in materials and an extra £14,300 for twin screws and fuel costs. Construction could begin within weeks of approval, with about 12 months for extraction. Discussion noted higher Australian wages, freight costs, and rivetting labor, with advocates for an oil burning ship over coal.
Sydney notes Mr Graves president stated this morning that the executive in selecting took the council into account for the movement to take two notices at protests. The city council remained acting in the heat of the exchange for the sake of order and public interest.
An obscure report notes the death of Mow Elen Kilmare, 43, of Hirhmont with certificates citing drug trouble. Authorities consider exhuming the body while a Temale relative and Richmont policy holder express concerns about polvons.
A fragmented account describes a violent event in which a boy and a companion encounter danger near a heat ridden area. The tale mentions a quick dash to safety as an assailant targets them, with a struggle ending in escape and confusion.
Fragmentary OCR notes praise 18th century wallpaper samples from London, highlighting their beauty and durability. Mentions of wallpaper manufacturing under standard of excellence and the appeal of aged prints and natural textures. References to preservation and market interest in historical wall coverings.
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