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Newspaper

Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

May 10, 1929

Page

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Antarctic operations plan amid British funding debate

The report outlines British funds for Antarctic work with plans to begin in September and December, aiming to support flights and meteorology from Wellington to Byrd’s base and Rosa Sea, while seeking South African and Chilean cooperation and stressing the need for political support.

Amerioa Eampire George Wilkins Elven Boab Clive Builiea Amd Giumey Giumey, Wikina Ward Pivasson Wikins Bea Byrd Rosa Sea

British actors debate rise of talkie films in London

In London a debate unfolds over the advent of sound films. Noted writers and performers urge Britain to embrace talkies and build a domestic film industry, arguing cultural and economic benefits. They stress the need for British talent to compete with American productions.

Record round in open golf title chase at London

Anglo American clash in open golf championship sees 12 Americans among 24 contenders. British players lead with Allis and Deagi posting strong rounds. Mitch shows early form before rain and nerves affect finishing putts. Leaders include Allinn 69 Deag Harmen and Horton Smith 74 with many names listed across scores.

London Allis Berlin Deagies Catatlia Bron Mitch Mitchell Hagen Cotton Allinn Deag- Harmen Jolly Farrell Williamson Macdonald Rayazen Cruickstank Waer- R Melborn Boomer Folly Magen Horton Smith C. Whitcombe TL Whilayia TT. Duncan Lane i Cotton J. J. Taylor Maver Masery Marden

Future of Canberra Citizens League Pleased

The Canberra Citizens League discussed the Territory's future government at a meeting in the Sela Service bullring. Suggestions included parliamentary representation, with Minister for Home Affairs Mr O T A Albatty to be informed. the minister noted no concrete proposal existed yet. A council of the League will study the proposals and report back to the Third Commissioner.

Citizens’ League Sela Servie Ocean Vie Patines Torsioey Itowan Cobine Canberra Jieportine Albert Hall Alen T. A. Albatty Hoo Petent Fiee Witeams’ League Dpatier Pike Ala de Alcorn Te Tomarhe Ggoperson Abbott Mer Abdhott Council League Alog Canberra Times Peel

Drift to Queanbeyan AID feeting of the illaens

A disputed letter from the Connection reads that there is no truth in the allegation that Russell Hill residents would be moved to Molong and in Queanbeyan. It notes workmen may benefit from Commonwealth rules and that transfers would precede any relocation while expressing surprise at the league’s stance.

Russell Metongio Tussedl Fontecether Huennheyin Molong Quecanbeyan Canberra

South Africa Elections Interest at Cape Town Tour

CAPT. TOWN reports Hertzog and peers discussing forthcoming elections amid debate on empire policy. The article notes tensions between advocates of subjugation versus incorporation and highlights demographic shifts with more native children than whites in Cape schools and pressure on voters paths in the Cape.

Imperial Conference Cape

London Evening Standard predicts Ryder to lead American team

The London Evening Standard prophecies Ryder as captain of the American team with Woodfull or Kippa as vice captain. The piece notes mixed reception and references Woodfull's fragile form, Duckworth and Chapman errors, and suggests patience may hinge on a stable lineup and strong defense behind Woodfull.

London Wolnowlay Tate Ryder Othe Vite Amacraiian Kippa Asaid Chapman Ant Duckworth Rike Worlfull Uckworth Hatcheo Wooduil Hut Dent Youngeter Woolfull Australia

Cabinet considers premiers conference details in Canberra

Cabinet discusses the forthcoming premiers conference to be held in Canberra on May 28, focusing on tax and transport issues. Ministers depart for Sydney and Melbourne while the Fed eral Treasurer travels to Hobart, with most Ministers to return for cabinet meetings on Tuesday.

Cauibrra Uded Jteme National Neylih Amvihom jUien Tall Gages Canberra Dover Dr. Mage Hydmey Mr. Alsteatt Cyrkerran Tuembay

Planes search Melbourne unit reports two of five returning

A fragmented wartime dispatch from Melbourne notes two of five Air Harem machines returning from a search for Anderson and Hitchcock. It claims others were damaged or held up at Tennents Creek with engine trouble and may rely on instructions to destroy damaged aircraft.

Melbourne Anderson Hitchcock Methourne Ermal Alice Springs Tuerlay Tennents Creek I Air Fores Board Keton Patan

Mackay Funeral Held After May Ting Riots

A wreath from the German Government adorned the coffin of Mackay the New Zealand journalist shot during the May Ting riots. Seven other victims were buried with no demonstration. Urlileh residents foreign journalists and representatives of the British Embassy and German Foreign Office attended the service.

Henlin Mackay New Zealand Urlileh Mritieh Emlany Marckey Tritieh

Citizens' Liberal group debates temperance reforms

The Citizens' Liberal committee debates recent proposals to improve the sale of liquor to curb drunkenness in Canberra. They note no recent requests to change the method of sale, while the Commission says changes would be temporary and not warranted. Prices for beer and whisky in Canberra draw comparisons with Sydney and New South Wales.

Orivision Canhera Lemire New Howth Wales Ryley Kelty Rome Canberra Bydmey Bydney Kelly Eld New South Walter Australia Gerne

Holden Flying Tour Plane Overhaul Plan

Captain Holden departed Mancet aero drome in the Maherra for Melbourne to have the marking overhauled before a tour of the north and centre of Australia with the Minister for Home Affairs Mr. C. L. A. Allabaal.

British Elections Reginters New Electorates Totals

Britain confirms another batch of regtistered electors at Bomerert hours raising total constituencies to 462 with 19,711,823 electors. Women voters reach 10,421,214 as returns come in.

London Bomerert

British Empire faces three per cent reparations cut

The Australian Press Association reports a proposed 3 percent reduction of Spa Conference percentages, cutting Australia and New Zealand shares while preserving some rights. Hitherto Australia held about 4.35 percent, worth £415,000 yearly, rising to £960,000 later. Experts in Paris discuss Germany’s ability to pay and a shift that could wipe out Dominion shares, provoking strong Atlantic opposition and likely rejection by the Empire. The Daily Telegraph notes potential domestic political risk if ministers face unresolved questions in Commons.

London Australian Press Association New Zealand Britain Australia Paris Germany Miltida Daily Telegraph Gaven Young Cheonich House of Commons Aimeriedt Caldwin Churchill

Timber dispute in Melbourne as unemployed march on Premier

About 1000 unemployed workers marched through Melbourne to the Premier's office to press for timber job relief and to meet Mr Holloway and other union leaders. The Premier refused to allow Jock Garden inside and promised to relay the protest to manufacturers while considering a timber industry meeting. Around 1690 protesters sang solidarity songs outside the Premier's office, and talks continued about possible actions if a satisfactory reply was not received promptly.

Melbourne Alice Jock Garden Holloway Iriden Half Council Wee Duggan Mr. Garden Yahourn Jhugean Molloway Mr. Garden Prewat Atateanenia Yoiourn Au New Premies No Sody Aui Lulian Fate Apple Crew Chamber of Manufacturers Premers van Fiven

Premier interviewed on timber industry strategy

MELHOURNE reports the Premier was interviewed by Chamber of Manufactures representatives today. He suggested the timber industry should be convened to review all aspects of timber input with mill owners. J McPeagall said mills should be roasted, but the Chamber opposed convening the Wages Board. They had no views on surtaxes, pending government sustenance.

Timiar Mer Employers At Mayor Conference Prompt Strike Debate

Fragmented OCR text notes a mayoral conference where employers debated a labor issue. Mentions W. Alcock as manager of a commerce association and a strike prolonged by bargaining word usage. Details are obscured and unclear.

Mer Air W. Alcock Timiar

Mining Unions Ban Safety Men at pnry Garden Disowned

A full committee of the Mining Industry Unions in Sydney states safety workers will not be withdrawn from the navy yard area. The statement disputes alleged comments about Mr Garden and his role. The resolution passed by a slim majority, directing that safety personnel remain at the northern mines for the present.

Pnry Thuralay Sydney Garden Latta Minosa

Five Men Sentenced for Violent Interference in Leichhardt Work

Magistrate Mr Laidlaw today jailed five men for six months each for unlawfully using violence to prevent others from working in the timber trade at Leichhardt on May 2. The accused are Crwys Moore Quick and Bimipaon, with others named as Prisunj. An appeal was filed and charges were withdrawn.

Bydney Thuradway Laidlaw Leichhardt Cruwys Moore Quick Bimipaon Merry RK. M. Kidson Hyde Mark Princis Lars Oes Frederick Henley Thomas Wrisbane Albert Thegon Frederick Perkine Khisen Armet

Coal Inquiry Appoints Duncan To Lead Probe

The Prime Minister and New South Wales government appoint Commonwealth Public Service Inspector J S Duncan of Sydney as Chief Administrative Officer to direct the civil mining inquiry linked to the Raynad Commission. Duncan brings experience in coal industry problems and is a barrister at law.

Price Westestig Raynad Commission Commonwealth Government Government of New South Wales J. 8 Duncan Commonwealth Public Service Sydney Oom Muncan Probema

Attack on Magistrate Sparks Trade Council Debate

In Sydney on Thursday a Trades and Labour Council meeting harshly criticised Mr. Laidlaw 8M who sentenced timber workers to six months in jail for assaulting Loyalists. Delegates called him a vicious imbecile as cheers rang out. The dispute over timber actions and police remarks dominated the session. A deputation to Commissioner of Police Air Childs was planned to seek an inquiry. Some speakers warned of measures by workers if the inquiry fails, including potential expulsion of accused from all unions.

Sydney Trades and Labour Council Laidlaw Bittern Air Childs Police Allbing

Strikers Firm Stand At Trades Hall Over Lukin Award

A unanimous motion at the Trades Hall decides not to return to work under the Lukin award. The timber workers remain firm, with the district committee directing the action and maintaining the boycott.

Lukin Dianites Committee

Unionist Arrested After Lorry Collision

A unionist was arrested Thursday after a timber lorry collided with a stone curb in the city. The driver was forced to leave the job when a unionist allegedly urged him to quit, and a passing policeman on the vehicle restrained the situation.

Rydney

Night Watchmen Spur Suspect in Halmaiti Timber Yard Incident

Empire Timber yard at Halmaiti faced a disturbance as a man refused to heed guards. A watchman fired a shot over the suspect to deter him. The man fled into water but was seen scrambling onto a nearby wharf. Police investigate the incident.

Bydney Empire Timber Halmait Amd Folice

NSW Railway Board seeks restraint against striking union

In Melbourne on Thursday the Commonwealth Arbitration Court heard New South Wales Railway Commissioners apply for an order restraining the Australian Railways Union from Section involvement. Deputy President Sir John Quick presided as the matter came before him.

Melbourne Thureday Commonwealth Arbitration Court John Quick New South Wales Railway Commissioners Australian Mailways Union Callen Raflesy Union

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Wilkins Antarctic Femal Katey Dia Maurer Fintle Wanker Future OF Canberra Russell Hill Queanbeyan South Africa Hertzog Town Wodyghday Red Holden British Empire Garcia Coal Inquiry A.R.U. Claims
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