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Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

May 18, 1929

Page

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British Leaders Respond to Disarmament Manifesto

Britons including Thurnby Mesers Puklwin McDonald and Lloyd George replied to a disarmament manifesto. Goldwin noted Beitoin would accept a scheme. Britain had reduced its navy while America Japan and Italy increased theirs. Baldwin cited defense spending. Kellogg Pact seen guiding peaceful settlement. McDonald urged Anglo American accord for immediate freedom of oceans. Lloyd George called for clearer definition before stating on freedom of seas.

London Thurnby Mesers Puklwin McDonald Lloyd George Goldwin Beitoin Britain America Japan Baldwin Eton Dea Ale Lonail Vic McDonak Hoxens Wis Lloyd Geore

Labour Triumph Forecast by Herald Survey

The Herald forecasts a large Labour majority across Scotland and Wales and anti-Tory sentiment in industrial north and midlands. Rural areas show agreeable surprises. It notes Tories and Liberals spend heavily yet trail Labour momentum, with Liverpool fragile as a Tory stronghold.

London Thuralay Herald Scotland Wales Water Labour Midlands Odheir Liverpool Lamington Worthington Kvarsk Call For Nation 1

AID TO STRIKERS Mr Bruce's Statement

The Prime Minister said many militant unions poised a threat to arbitration by pressuring members to contribute funds. He condemned the strike as damaging to the Federal Arbitration system and urged an unconditional return to work under the award. He warned officials and supporters against violence, intimidation, and lawless action that harmed workers and public opinion.

Sydney Melbourne T. som.Ruut Pruce

Kingsford Smith evidence on Southern Cross flight to Wyndham

In a dramatic air inquiry hearing Squadron Leader Kingsford Smith denied claims about the Southern Cross flight to Wyndham. He asserted the crew would fly directly again with stricter precautions, and rejected alleged prearranged publicity or deliberate misstatements. Witnesses addressed crew statements and opposition questions, with defense of the flight plan and equipment reliability amid external pressures.

Kingsford Smith Southern Cross Wyndham Hammond Smith and Ulm Thormesehoe Hammon Meg Witores Joan Anderson Moljioun Omnyone Anmtersoos Totter Tian Hughes Wittiese

Doubtful Seats In Queensland Count Hurts Thatcher Lead

In Brisbane count results Kirwan leads Thatcher by 18 votes with Kirwam NM 4.00 2108 and Thatcher 0s 30. Latest figures from Morgan show Stopford and others with small counts, as Paterson and Hopeport appear in the tally.

Prisbane Tarbour Kirwan Thatcher Thacher Mimint Morgan Stopford Htopeport Paterson

Soviet Punishes Prince's Associate in Mining Move

Moscow dispatch reports A J Cook, secretary of the British Miners Federation, was dismissed from the Mining Academy. Soviet coverage hints the action targets his alleged talks with a royal figure, while noting photos of Cook with Hanway Macdonald at a Trades Union Conference.

Political storm clouds over unprecedented deficit feared

Three weeks of Federal Ministry meetings expose a political crisis as Commonwealth finances face an unprecedented deficit and heavy indirect tax hikes. Wool and wheat declines, a weak industrial scene, and alleged government bias fuel attacks ahead of Parliament. The Labor Party threatens a censure motion, while Canberra gears up for clashes on industrial policy and taxation.

Commonwealth Awpet Commonwealth Finance Commonwealth Financen Treasury Eenemy la Alsrad Euatoman Utin Country Party Nationalista Bureau of Economic Researc Tariff Board UF Hose Vielencr John Brown Seriou Doubin Eiiter

Bribery Allegations Rock Glebe District Officials

Fragmentary OCR suggests alleged bribery involving Glebe officials and the municipal council. A £50 note in an envelope appears in evidence, with police pursuing undisclosed actions. Names or exact charges are unclear due to damaged text.

Fridas

Fragmented wartime radio records reveal evasive replies

In a partial wartime transcript, Hughes and Smith discuss improvised signaling limits and the need for faster official channels. They admit older tactics, citing the Southern Cross and direct routes to Wyndham as reasons for their actions. The excerpt continues on page 2.

Hughes Wyndham Smith

Air Wizard Die in Weybridge Flight Test Crash

London reports the death of Flight-Lieutenant Bonofield, famed as an air wizard, and mechanic Gester of Whektern Ltd during a Weybridge test of a new machine. A pin caused a wing detachment and the craft plunged toward the Thames near Bevofields. Bonofield was noted for testing Molr and Owen's Vellore and observing Lympne trials.

London Bonofield England Gester Whektern Ltd Weybridge Meor the Thames Behofield Mechanicc Molr Owen Lympne

Strike violence shocks Vanderfield and Pedal area

Reported overnight strikers damaged homes of officials in Vanderfield and Pedal Lad. A vehicle rammed a building and fled as police arrived. No injuries or arrests documented while assailants escaped in a car toward an alley.

U S Delegation Plans Russia Visit For Economic Survey

A roughly sixty member U S business delegation will tour Russia in July and August to study the economy. The trip, approved by President Wilson and Secretary of War Stanton, aims to influence U S official recognition of the Soviet government. Senator Thurman argues business weight could sway the administration’s stance.

Washington Thurelay United States Russia Dtin Woolver Stimson Brale Thiruh

Tribal Blaze On Indian Frontier Camcutta Fracas

Tribal factions clash near Lundikakna as Bhinwaris push to set tribal rule under Malumunds Khagimmie Surk brudi and others. Toll enforcement tightens from Peehawar to Jelahabad amid border tensions with Shin waris. Two Britons at Hada and Lor market looted and murdered. risk grows as campaigns spread toward northern provinces.

Camcutta Lundikakna Pekinh Peehawar Jelahabad Piritieh India Hada Lormar Nouthern

Premier's Efforts Fall Short in Melbourne Dispute

In Melbourne on Friday the Premier's bid to settle the thick dispute failed to improve the stance. His attempts to convene a meeting of the Parties proved unsuccessful.

Melbourne

Cathedral for Presbyterian Church to begin on Capitol Hill

Work on the Capitol Hill site for the Presbyterian cathedral is planned soon. Melbourne and Canberra builders Flomie and Co. Py Lid will execute the contract, with the project featuring a brick and reinforced concrete main church, a 135 foot spire, and a nave and Marie Hall to be added later under Canberra’s Capital Commission supervision.

Tirvebyterkin Capitot Hil Cutterta Avenue Flomie and Co. Py Lid Buitier Melbourne Canberri Foler Capital Marie Hall Canberra Sydney Sendetons J. Pharr Bydary Pope

Suspended Timber Workers Award In Arbitration Court

In Melbourne on Friday Judge Lukin suspended portions of the timber workers award. The action aimed at week’s mised functions and union officers privileges, with the Timber Merchants’ Association filing the application. The Timber Workers Union was not represented. H Leonard urged partial suspension to retain some workers. The judge said the order targeted the combination of functions and privileges involved.

Melbourne Arbitration Court Lukin Timber Workers Victoria Timber Workers Union H. Leonard

Night march in heavy rain draws damp turnout

Undeterred by heavy rainfall, timber workers staged a demonstration in the city. Police kept order as a march was planned for 10,000, but only 1,300 joined, with about 400 lined along the route.

Melcoverne Eite Fin Alice

Railway Log Cabinet Outlines Policy

Brydney Friday report notes the premier Mr Buttenshin says Meena was sent to the railway Commissioners criting the Government's views on the matter. It affected policy and demanded an immediate reply. Another meeting will be held tomorrow to consider the Commissioner's reply.

Brydney Jakinet Buttenshin

Typhoid Cases Rise in Ayusey Area

Four additional typhoid cases have been notified in Ayusey, increasing the total to three as of April 22.

Ayusey

Canberra's booming construction by major finance houses

The piece notes large portions of Canberra's buildings funded by Kimmie and 5 and several banks since 1926. It highlights Albert Hall, Commonwealth Bank, Commercial Bank of Australia and Bank of Australasia along with major shopping blocks and other structures, plus ongoing projects for laboratories and medical facilities in the suburbs.

Mirilenin Buthierr Kimmie Canberra Albert Hall Commonwealth Bank Commercial Bank of Australia The Commercial Banking (Ce Kyaney Bank of Australasia Laristen Bnow Canberra Shope Ltd

Abandoned Graf Zeppelin Trip Near London In Crash

In a peculiar domestic mishap during a Graf Zeppelin tour near London, a flight encountered structural and mechanical issues after attempting a maneuver. The crew and passengers were involved in a tense yet calm handling of the emergency as authorities assessed possible causes tied to weather and equipment.

Moir and Owen Head to Darwin via Sourabaya

Moir and Owen departed Sourabaya for Bima at 6.45 and plan to sail to Port Darwin tomorrow. The journey update notes their immediate departure and upcoming leg to Darwin.

Sourabaya Moir Owen Bima Port Darwin

Life Story of King George V Publication Ban

London reports a ban on the life story of King George V after court objections to an anonymous autography. The synopsis was submitted to reputable publishers via an established agent, with rights reportedly offered for Australia, halting at this preliminary stage.

London Synepeis Austratte

Hospital X ray suite door blamed for disaster deaths

Cleveland experts report a faulty door in the X ray room as the catastrophe source. The city investigation cites a ventilator driven poison spread and notes increasing death tolls as inquiries continue. Victims include Vietina and J Phillips, co founder of a Welland Ontario institution, with authorities vowing further inquiries.

Cleveland Vietina Abe Stom For J. Phillips Elnie Welland Ontario Min Wee H. J. Rockwood Health C Wend

Hagen Defeated By British Golfer In Exciting Finish

In Moortown at the Yorkshire Evening News professional golf tournament Timcan defeated Hagen one up before 1000 spectators. The Ryder up match saw Duncan start strong and Hagen win the first two holes. A dramatic patch by Duncan included eight ten yard putts as Hagen lingered with errors. By 19th green both found the green in two. Hagen failed from 15 yards and Duncan clinched on a near miss.

London Yorkshire Evening News Moortown Timcan Hagen Itwon Duncan Hira

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