26 May 1930
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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
May 26, 1930
Page
1
A damaged OCR fragment mentions people and places in a tangled line of text. It references a car incident and polling language but lacks clear events, dates, or coherent details to identify a specific incident or outcome.
Miss Amy Johnson completes the risky Timor to Australia leg and lands at Darwin at 3.57 pm on Saturday. Crowds cheer as news cables reach London within minutes, celebrating the British aviator’s historic feat amid global relief and triumph.
Seven people were injured when a vehicle overturned on Guasabeyan Road near Braddon at night. Several residents, including Ivy Peretval and Mey, were admitted to Canberra hospitals after the collision, with some later discharged. The crash occurred as Perelvulia school buses were en route, prompting hospital treatment for multiple occupants.
A boy was injured during a windy incident at a local event. Bystanders and officials responded as emergency services arrived. The article notes gate collapse and reports on the condition of the boy and possible cause. Further details and names are unclear due to the damaged text.
Canberra Langue defeated Uncal Warwithey in a tight match marked by standout plays from Bradley Apps and Kearney. The home side built moments of superiority, with Waterman and Week contributing to a late push that secured a narrow win amid a lively crowd.
Bradman dazzled for 252 not out as Australia totalled 379 for five against Surrey at the Oval. His steady run spree, including a 129 partnership with Fairfax, powered a dominant innings while Woodfull and Richardaoy added valuable 50 and 32. Several teammates fell cheaply as Bowlers struggled to contain him.
A messy OCR recounts a drawn match with spreads of runs and wickets across two innings. Key figures include Hindman and Terellie, with Australia and England intersecting in a high tempo session at the Oval.
Fragmentary OCR shows a contested passage about Grace and Kommand achieving 1000 runes in May, followed by mentions of April, Berani, and Ue ut ynieie Mave. It references broad wartime effort, nation firms to influence the aft wide, and various names like Ralnielleys and Laecita. The text is garbled but suggests a ceremony or recognition linked to a century and a half of conflict.
The text presents a garbled account mentioning Dr Davidson, a former primate, Woods, Woodhill, and several named individuals in a strained narrative. It references a foray into medical or institutional context, with scattered proper names and unclear actions and dates. The source remains unreadable in large parts.
In a sensational confession, police reveal the Ripper has admitted to the Dusseldorf murder case amid a wave of fear. Authorities say a linked suspect named Alexey Hin and others are under scrutiny as the investigation proceeds, with details limited and a nationwide alert continuing.
A faulty fire engine delayed response as flames engulfed a structure on Friday. Fire Brigade members raced to the scene while the new engine failed to function, causing spread before crews could contain the fire and prevent greater damage.
Canberra officials propose a program to employ unemployed residents in the Canberra region. The plan includes tree planting and street improvement work with training and supervision by the Public Works Administrator. Details note a six week trial period starting in June and applications for selection are invited locally.
A garbled passage describes a formidable flotilla bound for Hongkong station, mentioning vessels such as the Australian Burn, The Oxley, and Otway. It references Medway, Mongkang, and a plan to establish power and show strength on international waters, with unclear dates or precise actions.
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