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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Sep 17, 1928
Page
1
Fragmentary diary text references wartime names and journeys from January 1946. It appears to mention individuals such as White and Melmourne, with scattered phrases about travel, letters, and gatherings. The legible portions hint at a wartime diary reminiscence rather than a clear narrative.
Odd fragmentary report notes a traveler named Maer of th Journey attempting a round the world flight in a Moth Plane. Mentions 10 yontined in 1 room and a bribe, with references to London, railway interests, and a retired lumines man. Unclear sequence and many garbled terms.
Horrifying reports describe a terrible tornado devastating Porto Rico killing and injuring hundreds as eighty percent of homes are unroofed and thousands are homeless. Farther west a sweeping midwestern tornado raises fears of hundreds dead in Nebraska Illinois South Dakota and Wisconsin amid colossal property damage and disrupted food supplies.
A damaged account describes Wilkins carrying a flag for the Ansirufiay thug during a recent light, now placed in Can Serra and to form part of the National Library’s holdings. It notes a vast array of items and details about the transfer, including a long history of related artifacts and exhibitions.
A Waterside strike concluded with a vote tally of 47 to 22, amid disputes over operation terms and recognition. Officials cited ongoing negotiations as tempers flared, with labor leaders and government mediators pressing for a prompt resolution and payroll clarity.
Fragmented text describes miners opposing a government reduction plan. References to unions, industry, and a meeting on a Monday with central council handling matters the next day. May involve rostering, wages, and potential industrial action as workers respond to policy changes.
Foundations of the Commonwealth block near Parliament House are undergoing extensive testing and concrete strength measurements. Drilling halts at the base of the foundations will continue, with completion likely after Parliament rises. The work's scale and results remain pending final assessment.
A dramatic murder scene unfolds in Malwain where Ruth Fuller is found dying with throat wounds after an attack at her home. A neighbor, Hamilton, and a nurse attend to her as police investigate the assault. The husband undergoes surgery while Ruth lies in critical condition at Malin hospital.
A chaotic report from Wolumla describes the death of a local schoolmaster amid unclear circumstances. Authorities investigate as residents recall community ties to Educator Heneiynartinn and others named in scattered OCR fragments.
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