Solo flight from Mascot to England by unknown pilot
Sydney reports a masked pilot named Mr 8 Jackson, later identified as A C Cunningham of the Federal Capital Territory, departed Mascot aero drome for a solo flight to England. Cunningham, new pilot since March 1928, owns a sheep property and aims to beat Bert Hinkler's record. He landed at Bourke, then continued to Charleville.
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Sydney
Andrew Cunnigham
Mascot Aero Club
Mascot Aerodrome
England
Cunningham
Federal Capital Territory
8. Jackson
Queensland
A. C. Munningham
Feders
Bert Hinkler
Bourke
Charleville
Australian batsmen humbled as Grimmett sparks win on day to spare
In London on Thursday Australia defeated Somerset by a day to spare after 41 draws, with Bradman and Jackson standing out. Grimmett’s googly puzzled Somersets batsmen while Bradman offered a customary hundred. Walker and Beare supported the innings as Australia posted a strong total and bowled well, Grimmett finishing with seven wickets.
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London
Somerse
Grimmett
Bradman
Dmweard
Feadiiy Bowline
Jackson
Butt
England
Austria
Beeres
Eric Hook Body Found in Prome Funeral Held
Rangoon reports the body of Eric Hook found near Prome after an expedition return. Funeral held with district officers and a large crowd in attendance. The body was transported to Frome for burial as authorities awaited official confirmation.
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Prome
Eric Hook
Matthews
Rangoon
Frome
Veil to Go Irksome Islamic Customs
In Jerusalem a vast Eastern Moslem congress ended after a week of debate. Delegates from many countries endorsed reforms ending veiling, allowing women to appear bare faced in public. The assembly also approved pre marriage meetings for brides and grooms, divorce regulations, and a joint waiting period for marriage.
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Jerusalem
Thurrseey
Repair in mid air slows R100 over Quebec
The airship R100 suffered a damaged fin delaying its progress above Quebec. It remained nearly stationary for hours while repairs were completed, then resumed toward St Hubert at about 20 knots with an expected mid course landing.
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Quebec
Thairsinphow
St. Hubert
Sydney markets show varied prices across staples
Today s market page lists prices for potatoes butter cheese oats onions lucerne hay and more with figures in pence per unit. Notable entries include lard 1/4 and margarine 36 to 60 while oats run 29 to 44. Several items are cited with fluctuating ranges and regional notes.
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Chad Yuenien
Baten
Lucerne
Wooyne
Marged
Whewen
Cheery optimism noted by Governor in Australia visit
Sir Phillip Game, Governor, described Howe's mood as cheery optimism when asked about impressions of Australia. The remark came during the Sydney visit as Howe prepared to return home tomorrow.
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Sydney
Priday
Sir Phillip Game
Howe
Australia
State Budget Plan Targets Deep Cuts in Expenditure
Sydney chamber of commerce heard treasurer Mr Bievens outline a forthcoming budget with drastic reductions in spending and assurances no extra toll on taxpayers. He warned of dark clouds but pledged to limit impact on the general public and workers.
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Bydney
Priday
Sydney Chamber of Commerce
Bate
Bievens
Railway Economy Adelaide Melbourne Service Reduced Ties
Adelaide Melbourne line services cut after a conference between Victorian and South Australian Railway Commissioners. Number of ties reduced to several per stretch, impacting travel.
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Melbourne
Railway Commissioners
Victoria
South Australia
Adelaid
Stelbourne
State wheat pools decision expected by government
Acting Premier C A Rutten shaw held talks with four leading Victorian wheat houses and New South Wales representatives on the possible establishment of a wheat pool. He said the government would decide tomorrow in the farmers interests.
Quarry Fatality Ends Life At Rladon Site
Frank Gildden aged 44 died when rock fell on him at the Rladon quarry yesterday. Finlay Hodart reported the accident, with no other injuries. Authorities investigate the crush death and safety measures.
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Hodart
Finlay
Frank Gildden
Rladon
Shearers Strike Expands in New South Wales Sheds
Report from Graziers Association secretary Mrr J W Allen notes 23 wards began shearing at bew jates and several sheds resumed work with tears. Names of sheds and districts from Coonamble to Narromine appear, with AWOL meeting updates and wage talks. Queensland Premier links embargo moves to sugar policy change in Brisbane.
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Sydney
Grazer’ Association
Mrr
J. W. Allen
Monahedy
Coonamble
Wingader
Conambler
Frost
Wirryski
Wee Diclisp
Tonge
Mulberrong
Huy
Morroco
Deninquin
Buckinguy
Warren
Merrinong
Wie Madden Rig
Warrem
Sugar Embargo Debate Stages Blame and Pause
A fragmentary report from Adelaide covers a meeting of the Lie Wholeule Mer chavite Association and a deputation that pressed the sugar embargo issue. Prime Minister Moore and Mir Geulin discuss a five year embargo, with Cabliep signaling a possible renewal, while a Select Committee is urged to probe the sugar industry.
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Adelaide
Lie Wholeule Merchavite Association
Carmel Morjahedorn
Ats
Cabliep
Man killed in Melbourne street fight
An unidentified elderly man died in a Melbourne street fight last night after being pinned and struck repeatedly. The attacker allegedly dragged him to a sitting position and then fled the scene.
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Melbourne
Hopman and Willard Triumph in Berlin Tennis Showing
In Berlin on Thursday Prem defeated Moon from Australia 6 0. Hopman and Willard beat Harada of Japan 4 6 75. They also defeated Klein sworth and Dessert 6 9 6 1, continuing a strong doubles showing.
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Berlin
Prem
Moon
Australia
Hopman Justimlie
Harada
Japan
Hopman
Willard
Kleinsworth and Dessert
Great Windstorm Leave Sydney Debris After Collapse
A severe windstorm battered Melbourne and surrounding areas causing debris to pile up at a mine project near Bearian. A caretaker was found unconscious and an effort to secure the site continued as rescue workers searched the wreckage and streets for injured people.
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Melbourne
Pril
Coneral
Bude
Meg Lees
Sydney Redland Wie
Chile
Brouel Yu
Coal Industry Price Cutting War Sparks Union Clash
Sydney report from Priday notes Hedden and Revibird Collieries meeting where the general manager said re starting terms allowed a 33 per ton cut from pre stoppage rates. Prices for current contracts were about 7 a below the pre dispute level. Price cutting was unprecedented and warned to raise 4 per ton.
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Sydney
Writs Likely in Mungana Sequel Case
A Brisbane report based on the Mungana Commission suggests writs may be issued against Messrs McCormack Reid and Goddard, in civil proceedings alongside action against M Theodore. The claimed amount is expected to be confined to £10,000, with potential inclusion of other accounts.
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Brisbane
Thursiey
Mungaga Commission
Messrs. McCormack
Reid and Goddard
M. Theodore
Locmm
Murder verdict in Melegurne case before Justice Lowe
Taylor murder trial ends with death sentence after brief retirement. Arthur Stern, charged with killing John Alfred Traylor, faces execution following a calm verdict.
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Melegurne
Tayers
Arthur Stern
John Alfred Traylor
Lowe
Australian Bowlers London Victory Over Belfast
The Australians defeated Belfast 6 3 at London on Thursday marking a decisive win in the bowlers contest.
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London
Belfast
Burglars Captured After Sydney Chase
A watchman fired shots during a chase in Sydney. Thieves fled from a Chippendale premise with about L100 worth of tobacco. Police captured the men soon after, ending the incident with arrests.
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Sydney
Chippendale
Public Servants Salary Cut Debate in Queensland
The Arbitration Court announced plans for substantial salary reductions for public servants in Queensland. The president stated a fair method would be adopted to bear the burden equitably, with further details promised.
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Brisbane
Cuieeny Tarne Arbitration Court
Mir
Justinet
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