18 Oct 1928
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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Oct 18, 1928
Page
1
A postwar note outlines air ministry plans to deploy all metal aircraft with new engines. It mentions tests and revised mass production targets and implies tighter control on existing models under development.
In 1929 plans emerged for a Arctic voyage linked to Geppelin Chartered. The proposal referenced figures such as Ahab and Utat Benne in a speculative context with unclear details and dates.
A scrambled note describes a visit and theatre party with unclear names and places. It mentions a city Hell Baa, a dinner, and a gathering as well as references to water supply and travelers. The text is garbled with many misspellings and missing context.
The social service council discusses the Mothercraft Society status and subsidy seeks for a secretary. The article notes government support for mothercraft work and calls for adherence to the constitution while considering health department collaboration. Continued discussion is indicated.
The message from T C Toone, manager, extends best wishes to the English team and acknowledges support from the Kista electors in the national cup. It expresses hope for mutual aid and a constructive exchange as the nation advances in the competition.
Melbourne and Brisbane readers report waterside workers deciding to accept the Breby award and seek licenses, with volunteers to be removed and work to resume next day. Port Melbourne stevedores, however, convened and agreed to continue their strike.
A sprawling rural wage inquiry resumes with mentions of Jarno Dhue and WeehniU tt Hot fie Bune amid debate on workers, farmers, and the impact of wages. The discussion touches on phot workers, garment makers, and a push for state action, while legislators weigh how to address rural labor concerns and wage standards.
On Newcastle wharves volunteers worked with steamers at Nowellileasday amid protective measures. The waterfront scene involved seafarers and workers facing weather or operational troubles as others aided and observed the activity.
A ceremonial visit by Cardinal Cerret to Canberra features a procession to the convent chapel, with cardinal attendants, mother superiors, and local clergy. Budge of attendance, the event included prayers, a lunch, and formal acknowledgments, followed by a reception at the residence.
A Waterside Workers Federation meeting in Sydney discussed withdrawing from the New South Wales Trades Council. The majority voted to suspend weekly stop-work meetings to once a month while the dispute with the Waterside dues and labor control is resolved. The plan aims to preserve order during the ongoing agitation and prevent further escalation.
A garbled report from Sydney notes watersiders protesting hog work during a morning meeting. The text is largely unreadable with missing names and dates, but indicates labor action and related discussions.
A chaotic housing bill debate features Dinky Weilnendig and allied figures clashing with opposition over government policy. The Premier faces pressure as legislators discuss cabinet power, party lines, and potential constitutional implications amid tense exchanges and unresolved questions about the bill’s provisions.
A garbled report notes Leonard Dunning urging broader deployment of women police in London. The details are unclear, with distorted dialogue about statements and a reaction from a peer or official, mentioning a future day and possible debate on the measure. The exact context and names are partly unreadable.
Fragmented text recounts Cardinal Cerretth’s view of Cane rmstead and MUFroUNUA, noting Canberra’s role and political activity. Mentions Austen in Forts and the Congress, with unclear details on participants and dates, reflecting wartime impressions and misreadings.
Fragmentary report from London outlines political maneuvering around Baldwin's son as an opponent to the Royal Australian Air Force in a transport role. Mentions labor prospects and parliamentary hints, with scattered references to dates and places amid garbled OCR.
Fragmentary OCR text mentions an American diplomat, LAUSD, songs, politics, and names in a garbled fashion. Key entities and dates are unreadable, making a coherent summary impossible without the original article.
A garbled reminiscence recalls Lok Home of Wichiw winning in April 19L8. It notes a controversial season and a claim that rival teams faltered before a decisive clash. The writer mentions players and a tense path to league glory.
A fragmentary report notes a British proposal related to a Celanese factory was abandoned amid unclear local reactions. The item mentions Turia, Lee Don, and Kerry, with dispersed references to projects and individuals, but the readable text provides no specific dates or outcomes.
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