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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Sep 18, 1928
Page
1
Amid a heated London chatter the public debate over cricket leadership intensifies. The piece notes a proposed £50 prize offer and widespread calls for Woolley as a guiding figure, reflecting a nation eager for decisive action yet unsettled by division and controversy.
The Australian Board expects an England visit to Canberra for a February match against Teriiory and tests the wicket availability. Officer J H Honeysett said local supporter pressure could hinge on a ready wicket when England arrives next February.
Stewards search the mystery surrounding an ice of the pony Malster delayed a statement. They believe a six year old mare from Balora, seen at Victoria Park under Jolly, is identical to the horse. Inquiries are ongoing and investigators aim to locate the animal.
Fragmentary Melbourne notice indicates a private sale of a horse linked to G Frauenfelder and an unnamed buyer. The garbled text references ownership, racing era, and a sale arragement but lacks clear details.
A fragmentary OCR passage hints at a legal or parliamentary dispute over Folly, primacy, and individuals named B. Hutchinson Maister Jolly and others. The garbled text mentions delaying, citing appearance before authorities, and a race or park reference with unclear connections.
A troubled report states a manager connected with U's MANAGER was found at Walk Fi training camp. Authorities note heart and head injuries while investigating the cause of death amid ongoing worry about the fighters and recent yearlong tensions.
Florida faced grave danger as a tornado swept shoreward with fierce winds and waves. Death toll nears 2000 with 10000 homeless and 24000000 damage reported. Bahamas radio station reportedly destroyed as Jacksonville and Miami endure the strongest impacts.
Reports from Porto Rico describe a devastating cyclone and tornado strikes near Porto ILC and Ponce. Deaths estimated up to 2,000 with 10,000 homeless, 34,000,000 in property damage. Citizens urge immediate action as communications fail and martial law proposals surface.
In Melbourne and Sydney Melbourne Monday four interstate vessels were used to fill vacancies without trouble. It will be some time before services return to normal and the vessel steamers resume schedule.
Geneva reports say representatives from Germany France Great Britain Hel sium Italy and Japan agreed on three points after three days of talks. Key items include opening official negotiations on Rhineland evacuation early and a committee of experts to settle reparations and the creation of a ratification and conciliation commission.
Melbourne news story reports Sydney wharves seen as busy with many men gathered at morning shift and later pickup. Talks with Taibour at Newcastle failed. a meeting yielded no clear resolution and Mort Kembin also refused.
In Brisbane on a Monday a government call for 1 210 men to work on various harbour vessels failed to attract the required number though more than 1 400 men showed up seeking work. A terse handling of the recruitment led to disappointment and questions about the how and when of vessel assignments.
A Sunday blaze destroyed a quarter of Bourges with damage estimated at a quarter million francs. The historic palace of Jacques Corur narrowly escaped, while the world famous cathedral remained undamaged.
Waterside workers again refused to answer the call in West Fremantle and shipping remains held up at the port.
General Hertzog denounces propaganda in the Grange Free State drive for a republic and warns it would destroy the National Party and subjugate Dutch speakers. He tells clergy republic preaching is unnecessary as South Africa already has sovereign freedom. asserts the majority prefers no republic.
Parliament will resume at 11 a.m. and sit daily from 12 a.m. to 11 p.m. until the Programme is completed. The Meat of Government Amendment Hill and the Budget debate are among matters to be disposed of.
In Sydney's coal inquiry, evidence has closed on e day. The adversarial phase will begin on the second of October with proceedings set to continue.
A diaryish parquet production by Maurice Prostandt titled Napoleon V suggests Napoleon III’s son, raised in England and killed in the Zulu campaign, was assassinated by England with Queen Victoria privy to the plot. It claims the prince’s party abandoned him as officers rode away. Critics condemn the audacious insinuations against allied nations.
Militants refuse to answer call of men needed to work vessels including the steamer Gambia River. Atherton maize growers vote to hire free labour to move maize, with over 7 000 tons delayed awaiting shipment.
On the wharf today, sailors and wharfies refused to respond to a call for vacancies on several weasels. Those assigned to the teamer Gabriella began work but walked off later. A meeting was held on the wharf and the workers declined to man the weasel.
Shipowners issue a statement declaring they will not agree to a conference unless men resume work at all ports. At Port Adelaide the workers refused to answer the call while at Hobart work proceeded without incident.
Matrice Johnston, master of the steamer Nauru Chief, was fined £50 by the City Court after evidence showed the vessel carried 200 tons over its capacity on a voyage from Ocean Leland to Newcenatle. The ship was overloaded with superphosphates and risked submergence past the plimsoll line.
Wellington Monday United Party nominates Sir Joseph Ward as leader as it contests all seats in New Zealand and aims to unite the party under his command. The move signals a consolidating strategy in the party's campaign.
FYNNEY Monday the wool sales were set to begin this week but disruption from the current strike has delayed the proceedings. The seller notes shipping difficulties and the sale now shifted to the next working day.
The Waterside Workers Federation secretary Mr Morris sent a letter to shipowners requesting a conference. A telegram to branches said the conference agreed no benefit from blocking members seeking engagement under the Beeby award and instructed unconditional resumption on its terms. Queensland delegates stated in Melbourne they oppose the federation award.
A warm day in Sydney marked by a maximum around 60.6 after a long cool spell. The month's average to date stands at 70.8, below the record 71.7 set in October, signaling seasonal heat in the city.
At the Big Bix meeting Lord Cushendun stressed Britain will not accept any liquidation of claims in Europe that falls short of paying debts in full. British finance experts oppose concessions that sacrifice repayment terms or imply appealing to America for debt relief. Britain remains firm on not seeking remittances or remission from the United States and aims to meet other powers without financial concessions.
Lilian Sproule aged 50 faced Sydney Police Court on a charge she dealt in cocaine during a cos session. Previously convicted this year for a similar offence she was fined 130 pounds and remanded on 200 pounds bail to September 23.
Police, near Wolumba, say they will arrest soon in the death of John Mulholland who was shot outside his home on Friday night. Investigators recovered a gun wad as a clue from the murder weapon.
Paris Sunday. War Minister Painleve quietly boarded a two seat aeroplane at Villa Coubluy and, accompanied by three planes, flew over Paris in formation above a fleet of 350 aircraft heading to Le Bourget. He delivered a congratulatory message to the Air Director after the review.
J S Garden secretary of the Trades and Labour Council was charged under the Commonwealth Crimes Act with attempting to intimidate workers during the cooks strike. He pleaded not guilty claiming prior acquittal. Evidence from Browne and newspaper men was read as the court adjourned for further proceedings.
Two trawlers left Fleetwood bound for Sydney with 28 young fishermen aboard to seek fortunes in Austria. The town gathered in a show of support as the voyage, planned to take about two days via Singapore, began.
Paddington police remand 33 year old carpenter Chapman for murder of a young woman found slain in a wand-house. The body lay with throat bound. Chapman appeared in court and was remanded until October 4.
Fragmentary OCR text mentions Mr Parker Molone and Mr J Moloney with a Mt ig Roger Seaverminnon taken and admitted to meat after an operation by a Dr ne jmwe the Treasurer.
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