28 Sep 1928
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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Sep 28, 1928
Page
1
Fragmented OCR text contains garbled names and phrases about an examination or inquiry related to sea events. The readable fragments mention Amundsen, Guithawx, Amma’s Vier, and Houbt te Cat, with unclear actions and an examination context. No definite date, place, or outcome is established.
The Chief Commissioner announced March plans for the 160 Ride events involving young married men from Matearne and nearby districts. The program aims to move workers from the capital to Cherny and other stations, with the march beginning in March.
Fragmentary OCR text describes a vague agreement or treaty fragment with references to revival, Anglo French interactions, naval matters, and a notable raid, but the passage is garbled and yields few concrete details or identifiable names.
A serious waterfront disturbance unfolds in Port Adelaide with waterside workers marching through the city. Police are powerless to stop them. volunteers are attacked and several people are thrown into the sea. Many injured are treated at ration hospitals as the unrest disrupts port activity.
A Melbourne tram strike triggers calls for investigation into union members. The Trades Hall committee is expected to be asked to act tomorrow to avert wartime disruption and confirm or refute allegations about union conduct.
Executive Council meeting in Canberra led to a Governor General proclamation dissolving the Tenth Parliament. Writs for general election and a referendum on the proposed State debts law are returnable January 7. Election writs for the House of Representatives set, with date details and timing outlined in the Gazette.
Unconfirmed report from Roma District claims an oil geyser struck Archbishop Duhig’s property near Moma district, with a truck involved. Details are unclear. accounts mention a team and a notable person, but confirmation is pending.
Reported incident describes yeomen resisting, teamer Quant involved, and farmers directing the voyage toward Calena with tensions rising over the voyage plan and handling of the sugar ship task.
Owing to danger from a nearby mine Moodie the Easteru catt lary clawed down and over 200 ten have been thrown idle due to the threat posed by the adjoining mine.
A fragmentary sports note from Port Bald describes the English team on a favorable trip. Mentions Kerrie Ivesaan Hutt and Aton Et Farworend among players. References Rae yambanty and KORE Bewree in unclear context.
Fragmented report notes GlenEagles versus Tokio competition with mixed terms. Mentions quarter results, a 4-2 set line, and references to players and tournament names but with uncertain spelling.
Fragmented notes describe delegates debating budget, cabinet roles, and prewar production plans. The text outlines private negotiations among governments and committees to align policy steps ahead of next assembly sessions.
A fire at a Federal An cortated Oil Community refining plant in Globe threatened large oil tanks but minimal damage occurred after rapid arrival of fire crews. The blaze spread briefly through the building before being contained with tanks and the scene secured.
Flight from Sydney to Sydney area is delayed with uncertain departure. Report notes unsettled weather with strong winds and possible electrical disturbances. Authorities warn of stormy conditions affecting the Tasman leg and timetable.
A powder magazine exploded destroying the Spanish Fort and neighboring structures. The fort collapsed burying residents in rubble while the area suffered fires and disrupted street traffic. Hospitals report many injured as authorities struggle to contain the disaster and assist survivors.
Fragmentary notice lists names Noxious Plants Australasian Stud Book Ayoney Tharmtay Melinet Thurelyy. Mentions government conference keeper Nusrat and duties, duties of harem, seating, and registration. References to licenses and Legato, no clear event or outcome discernible.
The message reports that Avas YOI K W Arch Miller and Captain Lyon arrived from London and revealed to an Australian press group their intention to fly from Los Angeles to London and then return via New York. The aircraft is described as a single engine monoplane with conventional design and electric motor.
Readable text mentions a front motor, 400 Mp, and 200 hp engines, with Captain Lyon commanding a plane. Other names and terms are garbled, yielding no clear event or outcome to summarize.
The Cantera Cy Vand plans a public concert to boost interest and attendance. Officials urge community support, noting funding needs and venue challenges as organizers seek wide turnout and safe, orderly participation.
A garbled era report recounts a peace role for a governor and a surprising London interlude, with references to Russian plans and naval actions off Alaska. The piece hints at wartime memories, quelling tensions, and a revived sense of vigilance amid a brittle global stage.
NSW plans to convert the Sydney to Melbourne corridor into a federal highway via a route through Goulburn and Canberra. The project, tied to the New South Wales reform, aims to connect Hyde to Canberra and complete within two years at an estimated cost of £210,000 with funding to rise to £188,000 in stages.
The article fragment mentions a figure described as an industrialist and president of Iners, linked to Newcartle and Norte Mines. It hints at political or leadership changes, with references to a downturn and vacancy near the Aluntor neat in Frederat Due. Further readable details are scarce.
Fragmented report from Tontoon records a British by election scene on a Wednesday. The piece mentions Walter Irsina and Camsertes with uncertain details and dates, hinting at campaign action and party contrasts amid a weathered political climate.
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