12 Jun 1930
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Newspaper
Sydney Evening News
Location
Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Jun 12, 1930
Page
1
G G provides a concise assessment of the contenders for the first test starting lineup. He notes player form, conditions, and tactical expectations while outlining key matchups and potential turning points. The analysis frames a cautious yet optimistic view for the home side.
Australians enjoy favorable weather at Downside as the boot eleven and Emerald County Blaper supply bowlers for the Uni age match. Aerial Pigamte tm off her of she wetoed, though the Aussies see some praise for the piece. Wedd and Woodtidl tv telespect praise the effort, noting four boys progressed toward 1008 with only 50 minutes in earlier times. Surface leveler weeps remain, but drying steady. forecast hints at four hours of play possible each day from Friday at 11.50 am to Tuesday.
Weather unsettled for the Trent Bridge Test between England and Australia. England’s strong lineup may be offset by conditions favoring Australia. Key players noted include Fingland, Chad, Rick, Kipper, Ponsford, Richariann, Jackson, Hobbe Hammond, and Le Prgtad.
The article notes Lansbury’s plans as MP and Public Works chief to bring open air theatres and life features to London. It references his Hyde Park inauguration and aims to brighten the city with open air arrangements. The piece mentions allies like Bussis and F gland in support of these proposals.
A Thursday morning tremor near Yass caused alarms as a heavy rumble and windows shook. Residents reported explosions and fear, while officials warned of loan talks and possible municipal funding changes to cover public works.
A coastal collision between the steamer Fairfax and a tanker, likely the Pinthis, left at least 46 known dead. The tanker sank after catching fire and carrying petrol barrels, with many survivors burned or missing. Rescue efforts recovered several bodies as the wreckage drifted.
In the Gloucestershire village of Avening crowds prepare for the rector the Rev Hayden to arrive after a contested period abroad. Villagers line streets cheer and a triumphal arch awaits him while a wedding mood lingers as couples plan joyous ceremonies. Charges from 1928 linger over his past but disrepute is not the focus here.
Squadron Leader Bert Inkl and navigator Gngtets Berner prepare for the forthcoming King's Cup air race flight with Eira. London Westeday reports on the event and the royal interest.
Australian bowlers defeated Devonshire by 118 to 1 in a Wednesday match at Exmouth.
Miss Amy Johnson landed at Masket Aerodrome in the Hawk Moh from Meweesile this afternoon.
Benjamin Taylor of Tareng, injured in a crash at Toowoomba on May 3, suffered a skull fracture and other mortal injuries. He died last night without regaining consciousness.
A fragmentary exchange discusses beliefs about death and the afterlife, arguing that human existence is tied to the material body and that the dead may simply be disconnected from the mind. The speaker asserts direct contact with the world beyond and questions views on mortality.
Reported unoffi cial speed trial on Lake Windermere shows Miss England TL piloted by Sir Henry Segrave reaching 109.8 miles per hour in a speedboat. Official confirmation awaited as engineers discuss propeller and aeronautical setup.
Fragmentary OCR notes describe Kingsford Smith related Atlantic combat plans and delays in publication. The text mentions Evening News, syndicates, and a Canadian vessel, with inconsistent names and dates. Readers are left awaiting clearer confirmation of events and timing.
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