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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Oct 18, 1930
Page
1
Delegates discussed strategies for bulk purchasing and secure methods of import trade. The talk covered remanufacturers and potential shifts in policy affecting Australia, Argentina, Canada, and the United States, with emphasis on trade feasibility and economic impact.
A London report describes an Australian delegate asking about duties and responses in a conference on duties and private letters. The year is cited with market concerns, quotas, and proposed import methods for butter and meat. The piece notes limited readiness to recom mend at the conference.
Fragmentary OCR text hints at a chaotic debate or meeting delay with references to persons and opinions. The unreadable lines suggest disputes over timing and decisions, with phrases like “delay” and “conference” implying disruption. No clear event or outcome can be confirmed from the legible portions.
A cable reports Lieut. C W Hill reached Atamboan then 11 30 am and planned to fly to Australia. Kingsford Smith departed Singapore for Sourabaya and a message noted the Vacuum leant Kingsford Smith jaya after noon. Darwin awaits with royal welcome as excitement builds for a potential flight race.
The article reports Chancellor Bruening delivering a calm emergency speech, facing Communist interruptions, arguing that economic feasibility and government program implementation will determine whether Germany uses treaty measures to avert economic danger. It notes wage and salary reductions may be necessary if no worker agreement is reached.
A Defence Department plan to transfer the Royal Military College from Duntroon to Sydney faces fierce military and civilian opposition. Critics warn the move would waste money, disrupt training, and force evacuation of Canberra offices. Officials say delays and costly reassignments threaten staffing, security, and future control.
Kingsford Smith described a difficult flight from Hangoon to Kingsport in 14 hours aboard the Southern Cross Junior. Heavy clouds forced climbs to 10,000 feet, nearly stalling at times, while an undercarriage wire was damaged on landing but repaired to proceed toward Australia the next day.
Sydney reports that discussions continue on bestowing knighthood on Wing Commander Kingsford Smith upon his Austratian Air voyage finish. The mayor, Mr. Marka, urged recognition equal to other famed Australian aviators, arguing he earned notable honors.
In Berlin on Thursday communists marching to a wid ing of mistal workers from the north clashed with police. Shots were fired from houses and police returned fire clearing the streets. Reinforcements surged as volleys from crowds and windows blanketed storefronts. Authorities reported 60 arrests after house-to-house searches and street sweeps.
London report describes a morning scene with Lympne and a garden setting, mentioning Canberra and a modest disturbance or event. The fragmentary text preserves names and locations, implying a brief overseas note or social column item with uncertain details.
Report from London and Cologne on wartime tensions shows knife and revolver clashes in the streets and a growing British fascination with aviation feats. The Daily Telegraph notes a bold navigation record and pilot skill amid hostile crowds and monarchical era turmoil.
Dim discussions at the Empire tribunal reveal stalled progress as states debate inter imperial courts and optional clauses. Officials note divergence over inter empire domestic matters and privilege, with references to Geneva and arbitration protocols shaping potential outcomes.
Lieutenant William Caldwell United Water Army flyer was killed near Lookout Wyoming while escorting a document embodying Japan's ratification from Victoria British Columbia to New York. His companion Lieutenant Irving Woodring completed the mission and is returning to New York. The crashed body was recovered after a snowstorm. The Leviathan will carry the document Saturday.
The British General Electric Company chairman Air Hugo Hirat states negotiations are moving to establish electrical industry units linked with existing shoes. Australia plans factories in New South Wales and Victoria to supply special markets, with hundreds of thousands in capital and cabinet protection discussed.
A fatal gas explosion nearby Silverton lit by a candle tore through a dining room. Bardnard suffered severe burns as the blast shattered doors and wrecked the dining area, with extensive damage reported and neighbors alarmed.
The Full Arbitration Court in Melbourne declined to be represented by counsel in the basic wage dispute. The court indicated the Commonwealth did not intervene, leaving lay judges to conduct the hearing with final stance from its advisers. The Commonwealth Attorney General did not intervene.
In South Australia and Los Angeles reports describe Mrs Keith Miller of the Teachers Union signing an agreement. The Australian press notes changes in salaries and terms, with plans to serve a set term and travel between locations. The piece mentions a teachers’ award and a forthcoming assignment in New York for a year.
The acting chairman Mr R A Oxlade stated the Board of Control would not be impressed at a proposed reception for Don Bradman organized by Gengrail Migr. He said the board would not be assembled from various parties to discuss the event.
A case titled Croift Feat involves the Australiana Railway in a High Court registry. Proceedings call for attendance from Railway Commissioners of New South Wales and others in Capetown on Thursday. The arbitration court is mentioned in relation to the matter.
Union leaders from the Minore Federation and coal mine towns urge Prime Minister Penion to release the £100,000 allocated for relief of unemployment on coal fields and nucleus patrols. Mr. Fenton said the matter would be referred to the Cabinet for consideration.
Brisbane reports that the sugar industry shows Queensland mills leading in modernization. The expert testifies that Queensland is among top world producers, noting most mills operate with modern machinery and that output aligns with regional averages.
A garbled report from Glebe mentions a law matter and industry pamphlet issues. Alderman Piipatrich notes a tape charge of 64 Ww and states the pamphlet and letter were merely received, with unclear details remaining about the incident.
A damaged 19th century report claims stern orders directed at a bishop for excommunication amid church tensions in London. The text mentions Viscount Pelton and wardens, with references to Sunday services and parish restrictions. Names and details are fragmented but indicate formal ecclesiastical action and controversy within the church leadership.
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