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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
May 21, 1928
Page
2
M Harvie of BDA has resumed Draetio at Kingston in a development notice indicating ongoing activity. No further details on dates or outcomes are provided in the fragment.
Damaged OCR weather fragment for Canberra with garbled values and dates May 19 and May 2. Contains scattered numbers, temperatures, wind notes, and thermometer references without coherent measurements or locations.
State forecast notes cloudy skies and wintry northerly winds with frosts and showers possible, cold nights easing into milder days. California forecast mentions morning frosts and fog, milder daytime conditions with showers in the west and south. rainfall totals for February through May listed, with overall yearly total near 1022 units.
The Canberra Times announces publishing information and subscription rates for daily prepaid within the Commonwealth. It lists offices in Canberra and contact points for orders and early delivery, with a note on newspaper production and distribution outlets.
The 10,000 ton French cruiser Toorville reportedly beat the world speed record in a recent test, achieving about 146 knots. Her sister ship Topaesmne formerly held the record at 45.4 knots, and both ships are set to participate in a naval demonstration off Tarvre on a future date.
A Canberra public meeting reaffirmed the Social Service Association to lead a new era of citizen participation. The article notes shifts from centralised projects to local, self supporting social movements, urging residents to shoulder civic responsibility and fund community facilities without overreliance on the Federal Capital Commission.
A Queanbeyan meeting of the Queanbeyan and Association committee discussed the Spring Show and the use of the grounds for a football event. The group agreed on entry rules, ground condition, affiliated subcommittees, and joint oversight while planning ceremonies and proceeds.
The report lists Melbourne football scores with outcomes across teams. Notable results include South Mid defeating Ingres 11 to 16 and Carlton beating Richmond 13 to 22. Other matches show Melbourne sides defeating North Melbourne 19 to 15 and Collingwood 15 to 12, with several varied scores for Carlton, St Kilda, and Brunswick among others.
Erratic report notes Paterson of Wellington visiting, and mentions a Mr Arunts, the Coman General for Norway, as a weekend visitor to the Capital.
A Sunday crash in Melbourne on Victory Street killed a 40 year old man and another unidentified person. Police say a motor vehicle struck a pedestrian in Lygou Street, leading to fatal injuries.
The Australian senator Grant died Sunday at age 60. Funeral set for Waverly Cemetery at 2:30 PM Monday. Originating from Invernesshire, he trained in Glasgow and moved to Australia 18 years ago, contributing to Sydney’s public buildings. Elected in 1911.
The gala night drew many masqueraders from Rongon to Ladion and Blrgtee who danced past four in the morning. Costumes ranged from Puritan maids to Chinamen and Hawiian scenes while a mock witch’s brew and comic acts kept the crowd laughing amid fanciful decorations and social chatter.
The notes recall Senator Grant as a member of the Royal Commission on National Insurance and deputy Labour leader who lost the 1919 general election but won a Senate seat in 1922. It mentions early Labour party formation and a long association with the AL and AMD, including an honorary role and a secretaryship. The text notes illness and leave of absence from Benabe in February.
Melbourne notes the death of former Senator J G Barrett who served Carlton and faced defeat in the Senate race. Born in Melbourne, he held early government roles and remained a prominent veteran figure in local politics. Family and colleagues mourn his passing at Vale hospital.
Longreach based Queensland and Northern Territory Aerial Services Ltd recently completed and tested two aeroplanes in the Longreach Charleville corridor. The crafts equipped with Tristop Jupiter air cooled engines achieved high throttle speed and rapid climb, marking a notable advance in regional air transport. A Qantas executive piloted a race flight between Longreach and Langreach, covering about 15 miles each way, to demonstrate rapid service capability amid frequent rains.
A descriptive note reports two correspondence chess games between Crakanthorp of New South Wales and Rounders of Sherpa. It outlines opening ideas including Vienna and Huylopes themes and cites planned detailed analysis in future Canberra Times issues.
New Zealand defeated Wales at Cardif with a score of 116 to 11. The match highlighted strong bowling from New Zealand as they secured the win.
Brisbane letter notes transfer of Tom Brisbane to Townsville for Labour convention amid McCormack Government push. Premier and ministers travel north. Townsville convention opens amid political tension and expected early election signals. City Electric Light Co’s franchise case triggers debate over power supply and regulatory implications.
The council plans a 1.04d daily rate increase and a Th rate to raise about £40,000 for the coming year. Valuations rose by over £5.25 million, with rates expected to be collected within six weeks to cover town debt and interest, prompting calls for strict economy.
A dispute mounts between the City Council and the Electric Light Co over granting permission for a new power plant at New Farm to transmit electricity to remote areas. Negotiations continue about city takeover of the electric undertaking as a rival firm gains footholds.
The report notes a crowded field with Solth leading and Grigor delegates at the national meeting. Swolth appears ahead of Walal as the convention nears with several attendees including Waterford Trev, Alona Workin, Pegi Dy and others. The text lists numerous names and affiliations amid a fragmented account of results and predictions.
Readers are told of a heated dispute within the Marine Cooks and Butchers Union in Melbourne and Brisbane. The disgruntled members demanded the removal of Federal Secretary J. Tudehope amid long meetings and accusations over leadership appointments and a failed convention.
Market notes from Brisbane indicate a sharp price decline across wool types with super wools slipping while ordinary and dusty types fell sharply. Buyers including West, French, Cepmoar and Japan showed cautious demand, and most secured lots were taken by private treaty after the sale.
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