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Newspaper

Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Sep 27, 1934

Page

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Rainbow Wins Sixth Cup Heat as Sopwith Withdraws Protest

The American yacht Rainbow defeated British Endeavour by 55 seconds in the sixth heat off Newport, both ships flying protest flags at the start. Protests were later withdrawn as Sopwith stated he would not challenge again, noting the Rainbow was better handled despite the race being close.

Newport Rainbow Endeavour M. Sopwith Enthatam Vanderbilt Shen Mr. Bop Kalnrachis Irony Foam Thhey Mtr. T. C

General Strike Shuts Algeciras City as Bus Burned

In Algeciras Spain a general strike was declared on Tuesday. Strikes forced passengers to walk ten miles to reach hotels while liner guards escorted visitors from their chambers to safety. Union actions blocked traffic and crews faced danger from protesting workers.

Algeciras Tuesaday Dnivers Sels Boste Fitia Terre McAleurs Narkunds

Development plan backed by five mining giants in Western Australia

A development push led by James Connolly and supported by five major mining companies seeks to advance a scheme in Western Australia. An advisory council including Lord Stonehaven and Lord Howse, plus eight MPs, sits to oversee work in the Bis Victoria River district. The effort targets land settlement, railway and conservation works under government approval.

London Wednenda Fiir James Connolly The Crown Western Ausia Victoria River Coucil Lord Stonehaven Lord How Salvation Wompany Western Australia Sint Ar Ao

Entrants May Fly Across Atlantic

London report from The BabL Paprapts Dublin correspondent describes entrants in a cross Atlantic air race. Names appear garbled but indicate competitors sailing for Melbourne and Mann: Lemad Calor. The timing requires shipments from New Mt to reach the destination in time.

London Dublin Babl Baldonnall Melbourne Mann Calor New At- Me

Explosion Shatters Seals of Pit Mine

A blast at a London pit and a second in North Wales shattered seals and vent shafts. A nearby worker was injured as girders twisted like straws and concrete flew. The mine will likely need reentry and remediation.

London Greston Calhery Waleh

Kidnapper Police Stop Up All Loopholes

New York police vow to close loopholes as they target Hauptmann and Barn for October kidnapping and murder charges. Investigators claim to use tough methods to secure a confession and report clues from Hauptmann's home, including a telephone number linked to ransom negotiations and a ledger tied to the ladder used in the child's movement.

New York Barnanf Hauptmann Uso Ini Hauptmann Fauptmann Jona Condon

Swiss War Damages Claim At League Of Nations

Swiss claim for wartime damages before the League of Nations council alleges Switzerland seeks 47 million in gold from Britain France and Italy for property losses of Swiss subjects. British and French delegates disputed the figures with France asserting invasion and heavy casualties while arguing against Swiss demand of 100 million francs. Argentine representative to study the claims was appointed.

Geneva League of Nations M. Motta Switzer Switzerland Britain France Italy Anthony Kuen M. Barthon

Insurance for Unemployment State Representations

In a Wednesday session of the Legislative Assembly Mr Stevens said the Government accepted the unemployment insurance principle but noted the issue is a Commonwealth matter. He referenced a report from C M McDonald, a Commonwealth representative at the Geneva International Labour Conference, and said the government is considering the matter.

Agdney Commonwealth Stevens J. C. Rows U.A.P Legislative Assembly C. M. McDonald Geneve

Resignation of NRA Administrator in Hyde Park

Monday in Hyde Park New York Mr N R A administrator at the National Recovery programme resigned and President Boone Welt accepted the resignation immediately Observers say Johnson will not figure in NRA affairs again and the organization will be re constituted into a quasi legislative administrative and judicial body with reduced dictatorship The resignation followed pressure from cotton strike leaders and is seen as a shift toward a more democratic approach in government policy

Hyde Park New York High Johnson National Recovery Boone- Welt Johnson NRA Ublow

Bradman in Serious Condition Blood Transfusion Considered

The official bulletin says Don Bradman remains in a serious condition with high temperature and blood transfusion possible. King and Queen send wishes for speedy recovery from Balmoral. Australian manager Mr Bushby granted brief access to the patient as anxious friends await further news.

Ine Bradman Douglan Shields Balmoral Bushby Thad

Shadow of War Opens U S League Conference in Sydney

Lieut Governor Sir Philip Buryet notes war’s end not yet here and calls for international cooperation for peace. L A Robb reports the league advances its service ideals and progress after soldier settlement, with free railway travel for 28 000 members to Sydney impeded by rolling stock shortages.

Sydney Philip Buryet League For Philip Estas Nak L. A. Robb Feague Fe League Ansao Memorial Robb Notham

LG Conference Seeks Federal Action On Unemployment Scheme

Goulburn reports the Local Government Association conference endorses a motion urging the Commonwealth Government to establish a national unemployment scheme and take control of unemployment. The goal is uniform nationwide policy.

Goulburn Local Government Association Ily Commonwealth

Divorce Decision by Tippett Decree Nisi Made Returnable

Justice Boydce grants a nisi divorce to Branley Arthur Tippett. The decree is returnable in five weeks to allow the wife to remarry a man she admitted with, while protecting children from stigma. Bratt notes the surname originally Chifffett and that the wife planned to be a mother and marry the bio father.

Bydney Tudgets Rustice Boyce Branley Arthur Tippett Tustice Hoyce Macy Bratt Chifffett Ella

Companies Inquiry Hearing In Sydney Adjourns

Dr Lovat described McArthur s release of funds from his joint venture as staggering. Evidence showed McArthur managed many companies and could not explain how he escaped debt. The commission noted mislaid books and insufficient records, with total funds cited at about £130 810 and up capital £18400. Proceedings adjourned to tomorrow.

Sydney Lovat McArthur Halee Rogers Loust Wwe and Nail Nobertus Smith Johnston and Co M.B.N Tere Mill Ant Communnion Morrey

Lancashire Move for Agreement by Mills

London Sunday reports a meeting at Branchester where Lancashire spinners sign a price agreement for stabilizing the industry. The pact covers mill inspection and penalties for breaches, with expectations that other cotton sectors will adopt similar steps to end price cutting.

London Tusunday Lancashire Branchester Bimiler Conree

Claim for Damages Evidence of Police Damage

The case involves Central Investors Ltd claiming £25,000 damages after a raid. Kathleen OConnell and Beal & Co. report papers scattered, with some missing documents affecting transactions up to £1,000. Officer testimony describes a horoscope photo removal and a cigarette incident during the raid.

Bydney Central Investors Ltd Kathleen O'Connell Beal Mig O'Connell

Bradman condition unchanged despite improved night report

The report notes Bradman had a decent night but his overall condition remained unchanged after the operation. The update arrives from an 7:30 am briefing highlighting his steady state despite earlier signs of progress.

Bradman

Phone Bridge Joins Capitals of the World

Ely Robert Hanahen of International Combubion Ltd describes a simultaneous telephonic call with company executives in Melbourne Adelald Sydney Perth Johannesburg Cairo Bombay New York and Manila linking world capitals through a single network.

London Ely Robert Hanahen International Combub-ion Ltd Melbourne Adelald Sydney Perth Johanneaburg Carib Bombay New York Paela

Picturegrams From London To Sydney

An announcement by the Chief Director of Amalgamated Wireless of In g the Wuncoon at the Chartered Institute of Secretaries says photo transmission from Sydney to London could be possible in about twenty minutes. He notes a London newspaper page was sent by wireless and forecasts that transmitting moving pictures may soon aid the audiovisual industry.

Aydney Wharieaday Sydney London Amalgamated Wireless Ing Wuncoon Chartered Institute of Secretarien Hail

Royal Visit Acknowledges Casual Staff Exclusion

In Canberra a royal visit note cites Mr Sinclair stating casual employees clearly fall outside the public holiday proclamation. Representations from Canberra authorities are expected to be filed promptly regarding the capital holiday plan.

Rapling Ti Mtorey Canberra Sinclair Duke of Glouces

Mrs Bradman to Be P O Guest in Sydney

In Sydney the P and O Company invites Mrs Bradman to travel as a guest aboard the finer Maiore due to circumstances of her journey to Mogland. An official will meet her in Fremantle to accompany the trans continental train on the return leg.

Sydney

Appeal by Insurance Company in Malicious Prosecution Case

Sydney firm Weanesany acts on appeal from the Eight Court against the decision in the action brought by Leslie Roy Mattingon, warded £3000 damages for malicious prosecution. The defendant company unsuccessfully appealed the decision of the District Full Court.

Sydney Weanesany Commonwnelthile Agniraane Borlety Gainty Leslie Roy Mattingon Bists

Welcome of the Duke at Colombo draws crowds in Australia

The visit of the Duke to Colombo was welcomed on a grand scale with joy reflected in crowd scenes and a harbour farewell as ships prepared to depart. Local reports describe thousands gathering to witness the departure and express admiration for the royal entourage.

HMB Busseix Bas Calombo Framantis Colombo Caylee Mentas Sma Ieee Lisa Atpae Raryal Fighmaas Rita Asterwet

Reduced Rates In New Plasterers Award In Sydney

A new plasterers award announced by the commissioner reduces wages to 84. am hour with overtime provisions and an extra half hour for leading, outlining lower base rates for workers in the Sydney area.

Sydney Henweed

Forerunner of many bridges in international comms

British Telephone Service yesterday hailed a likely initial success as a forerunner of more breakthroughs. The event marked a significant step in bridging international communication, showcasing potential future advances in global telephony.

Girl Killed in Horse Fall at Casino

A 12 year old girl named Irene Maxwell died after a horse fell during a casino event. Injuries were reported as caused by the fall at the venue on Wednesday with local authorities investigating the incident.

Coalition Talks Hinted To Succeed Lyons Under Tariff Pressure

Report from Sydney notes moves to reconcile United Australia and United Country party aims before Parliament's end to allow a share in government. It suggests Steve ns could push NSW Premiership while pressure grows for Stevens to enter federal arena if Labor and UAP policies align.

Bydney Tr. Lyons Sydney WAP Fan Iniher UAP USP UCP Country Party Lte W& Temple TAP Iilew Wome Lucan Australia Aimeunion New South Wales Mr. Stevens Fislers Steveene Bellayes UGP Nsw Stevens Hoong Thorn Steven Aas

Election Turmoil Proclaimed in Lane Electorate

In Lane, Mr. C. Blarken-Amith warns of another election within 12 months as the Lyone Government leans on the Tory bloc. Mr. D. Muleshy of State Labour claims a 570 vote majority over Berry Robinson of UAP, with the result declared amid tense political debate.

Sydney T.op C. Blarclay-Amith Douge Ima Credit Lane D. Muleshy State Labour Berry Robinson UAP Aloote

Russia's Payment to League and Windsor Fatal Injuries

Melbourne report details a Windsor incident where Dorman died and Boles and Dorman faced a jury. Mulvaney spoke on contributions, family ties, and the strained marriage context amid wartime references. The jury found guilty on charges connected to the fatal event, with recommendations for the next authority.

Melbourne Accoud Windsor le Dorman Mulvaney Geneva John Hope Boles IH Council Tury Myasie Bolvn Kathleen Dorman Jaquet Irance Ger Dorman Boles Baye Baat Pecama Bucs Gully

Giant Cunarder Queen Mary Launched In Britain

The great Cunarder No. 534 was successfully launched today and named Queen Mary. Britain pays 195 units remounting to £160,000. Afghanistan was assessed in some context.

Queen Mary London Afghanistan Britain

Victorian Migrants Parade Through London Demonstration

Reports describe Victorian migrants marching in London waving banners as they travel around the wards toward Australia House. The demonstrators are said to seek fair views on immigration and settlement.

London Australia House Secmerure Rea Fatarview Auoranie

RAF Flying Boats Reach Koepang in Troubled Flight

Sparse wartime note reports R.A.F flying boats at Koepang with crews modifying fuel, planning routes toward Malhourne, and a Melbourne organization awaited for coordination. Dated Wednesday, details are fragmented but indicate movement of aircraft and personnel.

Koepang Mylinder Coe Ve Plana Syme Dents Terwin Malhourne Melbourne

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America S$opwith North West Atlantic TN Lindbergh N.R.A Don Bradman Shadow OF War Waches Companies Inquiry D. G. Bradman Mrs, Bradman P. & O. Guest Insurance Company Sussex King Neptune Lyons Russia R.A.F Flying Boats
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