26 Jun 1930
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Newspaper
Sydney Evening News
Location
Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Jun 26, 1930
Page
1
In a brisk report the selectors assess England as not stronger and outline a difficult task for Cross Crew. The piece notes improved prospects for Southern in the second test and emphasizes the challenging outlook ahead.
English selectors face a difficult task naming the side for the second Test at Lord's as illness and injuries affect first choice players. Grimmett and the Australians tension the bowling and batting plans while selections hinge on fit pace bowlers, all rounders, and key batsmen under pressure to deliver runs and keep the series alive.
Squadron Leader Kingsford Smith recounts the voyage from Port Marnock to New York amid rain and strong head winds. He credits radio communication and favorable help from the team for the successful passage of the heavily loaded Southern Cross
A wave of praise floods the scene as figures from the U S Navy and government congratulate aviation pioneers. Messages from New York and Sydney praise daring feats, with leaders noting advances and extending support for further flight development.
Fragmentary text shows a widow describing severe distress after her husband’s death. She reports inability to eat or sleep and partial relief from a daily Kruachen regimen. The material hints at health deterioration and attempted treatment with a specific remedy.
Fragmented text reports a weather influenced cricket test and commentary on players. An apparent note cites MAURY Leeeassey on weather conditions affecting play and a potential shift in performance.
Amalgamated Wireless records a radio message from America showing Squadron Leader Ord Smith planning a takeoff at about 8 pm Sydney time, with refuelling and timing details noted for the departure.
A projected wireless talk to parents by Amal agency members Lote Me and Mire Kingsford of Longueville near New York was postponed due to deteriorating atmospheric conditions and communication delays. The event, originally planned for tomorrow, faces further postponement as ships and weather hamper telecommunication efforts.
Report notes a proposed round trip by the Southern Cross plane from New York to Europe with stopovers and timing after July. Dutch papers celebrate the venture while officials caution about flight conditions and potential delays.
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