09 May 1930
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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
May 09, 1930
Page
1
Reported violence in Bengal as clashes erupt between police and rebels near Chittagong and Calcutta. Early reports indicate fatalities and unrest spreading, with authorities trying to restore order as curfews and security measures are stepped up in affected areas.
Fragmented OCR notes describe a treaty conference with low expectations and confusion. Reference to an 19th century date, a late night session at Garelo, and a cabinet meeting in a reconvened assembly. The text mentions efforts, but notes the proceedings as futile and unresolved.
A fragmented account notes Miss Johnson performing a flight and family reactions. Mentions Lolvon, name spellings unclear, and a father figure, with references to supporting roles and possible judging or assessment of the event.
A garbled report outlines a waterfront labor issue with mentions of watermen and shipowners. It notes discrimination, a poll of workers, and potential implications for game outcomes, though many details are unreadable. The piece references a protest or action by waterside workers and a response by authorities.
Reported in the House of Representatives, the Joint Committee of Public Accounts discussed a claim that broadcasting companies offered bribes to a government figure. A cabinet inquiry was ordered and will take the form of a Royal Commission, with witnesses to be called and a thorough examination planned.
Canberra Mothercraft Society launches a city wide appeal to support mothers and infants. The drive includes fundraising, donation collection points at Kingston and Weston, with events across May and June to boost the health centre's baby care program and provide essential items for newborns.
An attempted summary notes a miner named Heid describing a partial lease or interest in the Mungana leases connected to McCormack. It mentions government offers and suggested deals, with references to the Wilkes and related parties and unclear statements about balance of ownership and control.
The fragmented text references Hoover, a relief effort at Romination in a hushed courtroom, and a 38 year duration. It is garbled and lacks clear entities or events to summarize into a coherent story.
An Australian cricket team struggled against Essex on a quirky wicket as rain and crosswinds shaped the opening day. Ambitious bowling by Essex troubled the visitors while the weather reduced scoring and left players wrapped in coats, aviator caps, and damp surroundings.
London on Thursday saw the second day's play begin in sunshine despite bitter wind. Batters stretched and warmed up with light exercises before the match resumed, a quiet start following a damp night that left the wicket uncertain for the day’s action.
Fragmented report notes weather disruption and a cricket match midway by Poapataed. Mentions players including Hornibrook and Nichols and lists innings actions like Ponsford and Woodfull with 2 for 101. Notes total second innings and match pacing amid unclear fragments.
Readers learn of a disrupted coal stoppage as miners and delegates from the workers alliance meet to decide next steps. The session adjourned with a tentative plan for continuation tomorrow, while owners' concessions and formalities are noted as pending.
Fragmented text suggests a local notice about wage rates and the under 48 hours act. It mentions government, propane, and an award related to automatic reliance on a wage rate, with unclear context and several garbled phrases. The readable parts imply a discussion of rate reductions and applicability to ordinary work.
Mr Abbott, ex-Minister, leads a reorganized Country Party as it completes preliminary organization for the state election. Aliholy Nuus reportedly traveled 12,000 miles in New South Wales over the past three months.
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