04 Feb 1930
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Newspaper
Sydney Evening News
Location
Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Feb 04, 1930
Page
1
A northern coal district shows rising optimism as new fields reopen after repairs. Seven pits are planned to begin operations at Ashton Fields, signaling renewed activity and potential employment in the region. Local officials expect steady output and brighter prospects for miners.
Northern districts show hopeful mood as Enginemen press for immediate mine reopening. At Cessnock and nearby towns talk centers on resumption with owners agreeing to prestrike rates while police guard entrances amid tensions with Ashtonfields management and looming interviews to open the Gowth Maitland line in 1916.
The Enginemen start talks to resume work at associated and unassisted mines after a meeting of Cessnock union officials. The general secretary said collieries owners appeared willing to reinstate enginemen at South Penn and related pits, though recent picketing may affect timing and job certainty.
Report from Cessnock on Tuesday that alleged free laborers walked off at the Millfield Crete mine. No further details provided about persons or organization involved.
Government threat to withdraw dole benefits arose as Maitland refused entry to several men. Weston Bank and File Conference considered further actions if relief orders were withheld. Delegates urged keeping children from school without relief, claiming unfitness to attend. Teachers reacted with support.
A chaotic clipping reports Charles Lindbergh attempting a landing after a glider incident near San Diego. The piece notes a fire, damage, and an attempted upright landing as winds complicate the glide, with federation members and observers present.
Fragmented account describes a mass purge and alleged brutal actions by secret police against ex-officers amid Soviet turmoil. References Arthur Conan Doyle and propaganda campaigns appear alongside distorted names and events, suggesting a chaotic wartime or revolutionary context with accusations of state violence.
In a confusing report, miners awaken to a new role as peace moves unfold at NM. Rumors claim Jeli Brown spoke of a fortnight ahead while many attribute the forecast to unseen forces. Federation dole pressures sparked arrests and fines before a settlement altered the money owed.
The Davis Cup draw displays Australia facing a potential clash with Monaco and Sweden in early rounds, with the rest of the bracket including Croatia, the Netherlands, Yugoslavia, and other nations. Dates extend from May to July, outlining rounds and venue notes for the championship.
A garbled cricket article notes England’s strength in Australia with comments from J Southerian and mentions on fielding batting and bowling. Uproar and sport tension are implied as officials and managers discuss the tour and performance under challenging conditions.
The 193 Edition of the Evening News Year Book is now available for purchase. Copies can be bought at local newsstands and bookstores, with collectors' editions advertised for early buyers.
A strong committee formed at the Gavey Motel to secure adequate British representation for the Empire Games. Sir Milan Eon presided as talks encouraged support from Australia and Blew Deland. Plans pledged musical backing and a focus on AQ branches of British spark. Lord Dreborowgh noted potential general election in August.
A court heard a case involving a deceitful mother and her lifes hardships. A defendant named OLeary faced charges linked to a young child case. The story notes the mother’s duties in the city and a troubling promise amid the courtroom proceedings.
A garbled 19th century note describes fashion upheaval and social shifts in London as skirts and garments undergo dramatic changes. Mentions names like Neus and Howes amid confusion and health interest driving public mood and urban unrest.
Podmore the man known as the ace r, has been committed for trial on a charge of murder involving Vivian Mesalier at Southampton. A highly unusual scene unfolded as a crowd surged into the street, several women overwhelmed the police and, for a period, disrupted the court.
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