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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Nov 16, 1929
Page
1
A bush fire devastates Thornbild, 50 miles from Edmonton, forcing all inhabitants to flee with few belongings. Most children escaped with little clothing amid the inferno, while many residents have no food and seek shelter at farmhouses.
New York trading opened with optimism after Hamilton Mellon’s push for an income tax reform. The market showed gains with the Dow advancing about fifteen points and broad indices firm at the close as investors anticipated fiscal policy signals.
Fragmentary dispatch claims a farewell note from the so called Ripper linked to activity on the German Belgian border. Police and diggers have found markers and a tree pin while pursuing a possible victim list with names including a missing teen reported since August.
Report notes calls from Federal Party members urging early action on extending the export bounty. Heullin says the matter will be considered after the next deputy meeting.
Team members Ames G Guan Astill Townsend Voce Conner and others named for a December 14 match with captain M2 and vice captain Mayaforth.
A terrible explosion at the Linton Mine in Southland, New Zealand, leaves two miners dead and two seriously injured. Nine miners were brought to the surface, with two still missing as rescuers work amid burned and distressed relatives.
mont mensel aged 50, charged with murdering mar lene james smith at narrabri around august 22, appeared in nameless court. post mortem found deep head wound, cranium fracture, and bruising. detective bergeant matthews testified during charge and interview. intense public interest marked the session.
The Chief of the Criminal Investigation Bureau said the dead man adopted the name Arlth during the war to sound more English, not to hide a crime. He reportedly changed to Bydeny Munday to appear more English in Narrabri after the murder.
Unofficial reports say General Birdwood agreed to a three month extension in India, aiming to meet his successor and potential Governor-Generalship of Australia. The newspaper notes doubts about a local appointment and that current procedures are unlikely to change.
The San Angeles and San Francisco planes arrive for wintering at Deception Island after a voyage from Montevideo. They endure storms and heavy seas as crews secure the crafts for eight months of isolation in antarctic conditions.
Raids on native compounds at Durban aimed at toll tax defaulters began at daybreak with military force. Police and troops examined 330 defaulters, ordered payment of dues, and imposed one month imprisonment for noncompliance amid reported casualties and mass disturbances.
A London report notes the failure of a financial house linked to J Huetman founded in 1802. The collapse stemmed from fraud by continental correspondents and trustees. It cites private capital and a claimed loss between 1000 and 400000 pounds with a shareholder on the Continent alleged to have died by suicide.
An Empire Economic Union manifesto issued by figures including Lord Nelchett Sir Henry Anmetin Sir Hugo Hirst and Ste Benjohin Morgan calls for closer Empire economic cooperation to hasten development of Kanplee agricultural and mineral sectors. It argues for joining as an economic bulk or aligning with other groups and urges broader political amnesty to enable the Imperial Economic Conference to act.
Prime Minister Mr Scullin stays in Canberra with most ministers away for the weekend. In Sydney, Treasurer BE Theodore Attorney-General F Brennan and Assistant Minister for Industry Beasley voyage to Melbourne after failed talks. Home Affairs Minister Mlakelay departs Sydney for Melbourne by plane. Melbourne ministers include Senator J J Daly Fenton Lyons Green Anstey Parker Moloney and Senator Burnes with duties in Trade Health and Works.
Premier Bavin announced government plans to take over and open certain Maitland mines, starting with Rothbury, to meet coal shortages for public services. Workers will be invited to accept jobs at a reduced rate of one shilling per ton, and output will serve government needs amid union actions demanding withdrawal from free pits. Negotiations continue for additional mines.
Federal Treasurer Mr K G Theodore and officials depart for Sydney with Attorney General Mr F Brennan and Assistant Minister for Industry Mr Beasley to meet Coal Miners Federation officials. Theodore says conference failed to settle the dispute and offers no definite proposals. Prime Minister Mr Boullin has no comment.
Ottawa reports indicate a U S senator resigns citing disappointment over government delays. The senator laments efforts to secure exchanges and premises linked to a diplomatic dispute, expressing unease with recent policy direction and withheld cooperation from Washington.
In Sydney a coroner ruled the drowning death of eight year old Stanley Shelgove accidental. The deceased boy’s brother George Shelgove was commended for his brave acts during the diving attempt. Authorities may seek formal recognition for the boy’s actions.
A NSW deputation urged Attorney General Mr. F Lreman to reconsider Queensland’s freight charge changes seen as crushing to NSW flour mills. They cited rates from Wallasgirra to Drishane and Wallan to Townsville rising sharply, arguing constitutional infringements by distorted free trade. Brennan promised careful review.
A confused report suggests the Australian conference has not coded official policy on a temporary migration suspension. It indicates voluntary movements such as the Mig Brother Maoremeni may be affected though details remain unclear.
General Smuts warned at the League of Nations meeting that agreeing a navy reduction in January could open the path to broader disarmament talks. He doubted President Husvers suggestion of immunity for food ships and argued war remains a grave threat to civilization amid rising inhumanity.
Minister for Markets and Transport Mr Parker Moloney indicated the federal government may extend its study into the wool sector. He noted the need for market order and said a decision on an export embargo could come soon as 2000 more sales were offered at the Sydney wool sale, signaling a strained market.
A Liverpool dispatch notes the South American wheat pool defeating the Canadian pool, described as a dying bear rally and a test of market propaganda. Local traders expect ongoing imports and higher prices as Argentine wheat outlook widens.
The article describes a revised plan for military drills and civil service education amid concerns about public interest. It notes debates among officials and suggests wider participation, including youth, on a national scale.
The minister will inspect a South Wales factory and a training centre, then review military elements at Paddington. A thorough investigation into factors and employment will follow, with visits to the Finders Neil Bose and Commonwealth coaches, plus regional mobilization deputies in Rewer and Albury.
The Australian volunteer army era highlighted by Prime Minister Scullin as free from conscription, stressing all volunteers and the distinction of the Federal Labour Government. The statement emphasizes voluntary service as a defining feature of the times.
The state secretary of the Returned Raiders condemns the practice of amusement workers wearing army uniforms. Volone Hyman states the behavior violates army regulations and should be stopped by House action to discontinue uniformed dress by employees.
The Iraqi premier Abdul Muhsin killed himself with a revolver after a day of political strain. He left a note to his son asking forgiveness, insisting he sought no more life without honor while urging loyalty to country and family. Wide reaction notes public demand for independence and questions of leadership.
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