04 Sep 1928
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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Sep 04, 1928
Page
1
In an editorial the Times argues the West Indies tour offers opportunity and confidence for England. It notes the team has played together before and could form a strong, youthful unit under Vic Lowe, with the section committee shaping the path ahead.
Fender argues selection in test cricket differs from club choice and questions why top English players are ignored while Australian selections may favor different criteria. He notes that postwar selections have seen form judged differently, with debate over who truly merits England colors versus those chosen for Australia tours.
The discussion centers on whether Australia can field a balanced side of all rounders. Analysts assess the mix of batsmen and bowlers, noting current form and potential selections for a tour, with emphasis on delivering full effort regardless of individual status.
A single seater Chevrolet erroir stolen from the rear of Giunn's hairdressing saloon Kingston between 9 and 10:40 pm. The car valued at £100 belonged to J. I. Keima bert. It was damaged and found on the Uriarra road near Molonglo.
The body of Hyman Goldstein M Lo A was found floating off rocks near Mount Uoog this afternoon after a search by police. He had been a Rand Council alderman for 14 years and served two terms as mayor for Coogee. He was active in local sporting circles.
The Prince of Wapp plans a grand imperial journey through East Africa. He and the Duke of Gloncen ter will travel overland to Maursedtem then sail to Alexandria, visit Mombassa Kenya Uganda Tanganyika and Northern Rhodesia before Cape Town with the Earl of Athlone and Princess Alice.
Final Liquor Poll results released by Chief Electoral Officer J D Farrar show 2 218 votes for sale of liquor in licensed premises 1 092 for sale under public control 228 for prohibition of possession and 84 for continuance of present law with 34 informal ballots The Attorney General's Department will draft licensing legislation for the Territory.
Anton Tucker, a Queanbeyan solicitor, faced a misappropriation charge in the Queanbeyan Police Court. He was remanded to the Central Police Court, Burney, with a bail set at 150 pounds and surety of 150 pounds. The case returns for a future hearing.
The southern route to New Zealand again faces postponement due to unfavourable weather. A cyclone operating off Norfolk Island caused the delay, with the flight to start tonight if conditions improve. otherwise the Southern Airlines plan to depart tomorrow.
At a Friday meeting of the Yarralumla Shire Council several engineer applications were considered. Mr John Evans, then with the New South Wales Row Bound at Moree, was appointed to the permit post and will also serve jointly as engineer to the Canberra municipal council, subject to approval by the New South Wales Government Department.
Detectives probe the Paddington double homicide after Hikia Hancock and Aubrey Chapman were found with throats cut. A bloodstained handkerchief hidden in a wash house spouting is linked to the case while investigators search for chocolate evidence and the owner of a fatal tumor. Chapman's condition shows slight improvement as inquiries continue.
At Lee Bourget aerodrome Levine, Miss Holl and Acosta wait as he contemplates sending Mini Boll with Acosta unless they depart tomorrow to reach America by September 10. He says Lloyds refused insurance on the plane and party, then offered to bet £10000 they would reach New York.
A French minister for commerce M Bokanowski and four others died when a plane from Toulon to Clermont Ferrand burst into flames two minutes after takeoff. The craft fell from 100 feet, overturned, and burned. all occupants perished. The Cabinet met Saturday to celebrate Maistry's anniversary.
The last count from Thorne Royalla and Tugseranong shows 247 votes with 40 for Prohibition 227 for public control and Herne seven informal. Enrolled voters total 4 419 with 2 408 males and 1 893 females. formal informal ratios noted. Government to assess implementing the citizens decision with potential ordinance on liquor sales in Canberra facilities.
Interview with G T Evans secretary of the FAT License League notes Canberra wants more workers and fewer talkers. He praises the poll outcome as a step toward transforming Canberra from an artificial state to a real national capital with accountable administration and economic focus.
Mr A. H. O'Connor leader of the Police Control Licensing League notes that campaigning costs exceeded £15 while comparing votes for public control to prohibition or no license. He says public control energised about 1,100 Canberra residents, and the outcome may shift future policy toward public interests over private enterprise.
The Federal Treasurer announces letters and bonds offering interest options and redemption terms. The plan allows early cashing with interest through the maturity date, while stockholders may wait for redemption to the stated maturity date unless cashing is accepted for a limited time.
Interview with Sir John Chattersa says the commissioner will determine future policy. The Commission will carry out voters’ wishes by issuing leases and deciding the number of hotels in the Territory with a licensing board to be formed soon. The commission will have significant discretionary authority in framing leases and licensing decisions.
Lieut Keith Anderson formerly with Capt Kings ford Smith will depart Mascot airport tomorrow for England. He will fly with mechanic Hitchcock. Security guarded the mission, with Am erdemon expected to depart early Saturday morning but bad weather delayed the flight.
The Land Valuation Board of Canberra finished its field investigations and returned to Sydney to deliberate. Chairman Sir John Bultees said the board would release a report when ready for publication as the delay continues.
The National Mining Canon at Captain s Flat applied to the Yarralwmla Bitchew Council for approval to subdivide town land into building allotments. The Shire Council drafted conditions requiring suitable roads and removal of a drainage reserve from the plan.
Thieves broke into Michelago railway station on Sunday night and stole cash mainly in C1 notes from the booking offices. The cafe area was blown open by explosives and money damaged. Police say the gang operates in the district and full details are awaited.
Thieves entered the mercer shop of Mr. Alten Byrne in Monroe Street during closing hours and stole over £100 in notes, leaving other money and cheques behind. The theft was discovered next morning when the cash box was found shattered. entry remains puzzling as all doors and the fanlight were intact. Police are actively investigating the case.
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