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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
May 15, 1929
Page
1
Sydney reports dismissals on the state railways may impact about 1,000 workers. Officials warn a rough coal season could force wage rises and higher costs for materials and services as the department faces increased charges and potential strain on operations.
In Coburg at De Torts Street the body of Mrs. Andrews is found with bullet wounds. A man believed to be Albert Qramich, 35, is nearby with severe head injuries. He is in Melbourne Hospital in doubt of recovery. Neighbors heard noises prior to the discovery and both spouses are linked by financial worries and a recent separation.
An air inquiry opened at Darling Court House in Sydney on Tuesday with officials Hyatt, Ron Laurieton, Keith Adecan, and Robert Mitchstock named among attendees. The chairman indicated the commission contemplated issuing summ onses to individuals believed linked to the matter, though details remained unsettled and motions were expected to impact proceedings.
The inquiry faced a clash over evidence rules with Mrs. Myers seeking adjournment citing readiness concerns and counsel for the Southern Cronix crew stating their case could not proceed safely. After lengthy debate the inquiry was adjourned until Thursday.
British air chiefs plan a expanded summer timetable on European routes from London. The move aims to boost London air communications with foreign capitals and extend night flying and operations beyond Croydon, with airliners serving more distant destinations.
The Chief Commissioner suspended the 1929 Rates Ordinance following a representation by John Deans, president of the City Area Lessees Association. Ratepayers receive one month to appeal, with deposits and two week notice for amendments to be debated. The Chief Commissioner urged future pre enactment publication and full local notification of amendments.
A report from Tuesday states Mayor of Newcastle requested further talks to settle trouble at local collieries. Chairman of the Nees omn Collieries Association, Mr. Me onwold, said no outside conference or government involvement is necessary. He added no outside party would gain from such a meeting.
A movement from Canberra aims to establish a comprehensive annual agricultural and pastoral show serving the Southern Tablelands and surrounding districts. Plans include a sales yard near Molonglo and a weekly farmers fair, with a proposed 40 acre site between polo grounds and It berra’s future precinct. Progress and backing suggest a formed society will unite regional centers and boost production.
Moir and Owen left Singapore today bound for Java to meet with mine owners. The mission aims to reopen the collieries through direct conference, seeking a practical agreement without government or official aid. Union members are urged to act, as workers understand conditions and dismiss talk of expropriation.
More than 2,000 unionists gathered at the Trades Hall in Melbourne this morning for a demonstration through the city. The event, organized by the Trades Hall State Council of Action, urged a “how far” march to protest pollen effects and aimed to finish at the Premier’s office.
Mr John Deans president of the City Area Lessees Association reports a council action to amend the 1926 Water Griffin ordinance number 1829. The aim is to allow fresh appeals within one month from April 18 and to set deposits for objections. The association pressed for deposits to be nominal and for all ratepayers to be included. investigations revealed prior appeals were not covered. A conference with Federal Capital Commission officials followed, and a pledge to table the ordinance for two weeks before enactment was promised along with wider publicity in the local press.
Timber Workers Union members received a ballot paper from the Timber Merchants Association secretary. They were asked to vote for or against immediate resumption of work under the Lukin award. The union executive reportedly told members not to vote, saying merchants sought to sow division.
The report from London notes Queensland Con version Loan coverage linked to Labour defeat. J Huxham issued a statement accusing a Sydney Morning Post correspondent of printing unemployment and cost of living criticisms with inaccuracies. The Commonwealth loan is said to have been well received, with merged securities shaping impressions in the city.
In Sydney on Tuesday the Minister for Education Mr Krummond said sex instruction should be left to parents and families. He urged sympathetic and sensible guidance at home and warned against compulsory teaching of the subject in schools as it may affect a child’s mental moral and physical well being.
The secretary of the Thober Mer chants and Sawmillers' Association will apply to judge on Friday for a pension of portion of the timber workers' award. He hints the motive is to allow employers to hire free labor.
The Arbitration Court hears the A W U application seeking no new award against the Government and public bodies for basic wage 5 3/ per week for 44 hours. About 12,000 members are affected as construction and maintenance firms, railways, tramways, water works and related contractors are named.
In an inverse court session today Mrs Frances Aronde sought custody of three children after divorce from David Hoch. Counsel argued she contemned court by visiting the children despite an order. Judge Owen ruled she should limit access to the children but granted custody to the husband.
The first week of operation of one of the world's longest air routes, connecting London and India, shows strong growth. The London to India weekly air mail reached over 16 000 letters, while the Karachi to Croydon mail carried 20 000 letters, with all arrivals within minutes of schedule except once three hours late.
A garbled dispatch notes the banning of the book My First Thousand Years by authorities linked to Melbourne figures Meera Robertson and Mullins. The report mentions the Cummemnearatth Government and an Austrian context, with unclear references to a fire and English peak.
The Central Strike Committer sent a letter to Premier Sir William McPherson claiming he was unduly influenced by employers when offering sustenance to striking men. He urged sympathetic treatment for those harmed by the lockout and asked the deputation for restraint to narrow the dispute and hasten resolution.
A garbled note records Australian Welsh visitors in a vehicular trip to Sienchene. Missing details obscure names dates and purpose.
Canberra affairs show the cabinet heavily occupied with finance matters during the past fortnight. Meetings are planned through the week to clear pressing issues. Consideration of a permanent liquor ordinance for Choberra and the future administration of the Federal Capital after the Federal Capital Commission ends in November are on the agenda ahead of Parliament’s August 6 session.
Canberra registers announce the formation of two new companies with nominal capitals of £20,010 and £10,000. Subscribers include J. Hardman HM J. Tyson J. C. Petley 3 M. Tuck W. Tuck A. W. Rockwell L. Dinvells and others. The Canberra Guarantee Company Limited plans to begin in Anandera with subscribers J. Hardman B. I. Tyson J. A. Petley L. Dawkins A. M. Tuck W. Tuck A. W. Shocu well.
Declarations filed in the Supreme Court by Meyers Campbell and Campbell for Kingsford Smith and Ulm claim writs for 10000 pounds in each case against Smith's Newspapers Ltd over articles in the Early Guardian about the forced landing of the Southern Cross.
The Evening Standard reveals the anonymous donor of 100,000 guineas to the King Edward Hospital Fund. Under the pseudonym Audax, the donor has chosen to remain unidentified, with reports linking Audax to George Roberts of Wimbledon. The donor’s public appeal is noted as a strong advertisement for the hospital fund.
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