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Newspaper

Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Apr 18, 1929

Page

4

Macdonell Appointed Conductor and Teacher at Eisteddfod Board

Gordon Lavera from Canberra begins Planofortea program with oral theory and special training. Macdonell, a renowned pianist and teacher, joins the Eisteddfod con ductor team and is well known in Australian music circles.

Thahs Macdonell The Studie Gordon Lavera Canberra Planofortea I. Bludenta Spcral Ral Macdonell Nown Eisteddfod Coman

Funeral notice for William Water at Canberra

Friends and relatives of Mr. Iry Watson and Mr. Joe Johnson are invited to the funeral of Mr. William Water. The cortege leaves Mr. Wilkinson's Kingston residence at 2 20 for Bi John's Church.

Iry Watson Charles Won Joe Johnson William Water Cours Wilkinson Kingston Bi John's Church Canberra

Canberra Times Publishing Notice and Advertiser Details

The Canberra Times publication notice lists the Federal Capital Press of Australia Ltd and The Times Building in East Bow Canberra. It notes daily publication, subscription terms, and requests readers to request early morning delivery details with circulation and local agents named from Queanbeyan to Braidwood.

Stor Federal Capital Preas of Australia, Ltd the Times East Bow City Canberra

Mails routes and times for NSW Victoria and Canberra lines

Telegraphic postal schedule lists mail departures from Sydney and regional centers including Melbourne Goulburn Queanbeyan and Queanbeyan district with times such as 6.46 pm 9.30 pm 7.29 pm and 7.20 am. Services cover North and West of NSW Victoria and Canberra areas with several towns mentioned and approximate times.

Melbourne Victoria Goulburn Syee Oy Lieraki le Mebari Launceston Canberra City Canberra Molongte Earlake Westridgs Majura Duntrocs Squeansland

Rainfall Totals For Current Year Revealed

Monthly rainfall records show totals for the year to date with figures for January February March and April. The document compares current year amounts to the 1924 period, noting a total rainfall figure of 1065 points for the corresponding period last year.

Queanbeyan Records Show Weather and Rainfall Snapshot

Queanbeyan records for period ending April 17 report maximum and minimum temperatures and rainfall amounts. The data appears incomplete with garbled notes accompanying the figures, hindering precise values.

Fragmented OCR Notice With Sparse Details

The readable text shows a fragmented notice fragment with dates and numbers scattered. It mentions an administrative context and total amount or count, but specifics are unclear due to damage. No clear event, names, or locations are discernible.

Proud Tradition of Gallant Australian New Zealand Forces

In the sixth instalment of the war history, the landing at Callipol is recounted. The Anglobe forces faced severe ground difficulties, fought a costly hill battle, and were ultimately driven back after a counter attack. Despite heavy losses, Anzaic troops showed daring and discipline, earning enduring praise for their first day actions.

Angac New Zealand

General Weather Forecast for Australian Regions

Noon yesterday report shows fine conditions with cold nights and mild days across New South Wales and Victoria. Tasmania and the north coast see varying winds from northerly to north west, with showers in the north and west. West Australia remains cloudy with showers in the south-west, while South and North Australia report warm or mild temperatures with northerly winds and scattered showers along coastal parts.

Canberra New South Wales Perth Victoria Tasmania Ocean New Caledonia West Australia South Australia North Australia Pacific Queensland

Safety at Sea Conference Opens in London

The international safety at sea conference opened at the Foreign Office with delegates from 12 countries and League of Nations observers. King George V sent greetings, noting the Titanic anniversary and the aim to improve life saving conventions and wartime lessons.

London Foreign Office del Euch League of Nationa Pacunef Deter Kir Mijesty Sly Phillip Enship Wallace Whitehead United States

Readers' Views on Victorian Fishing Seasons

A Canberra reader urges the Fish Regulation Commission to align Victoria’s fishing seasons with other states. They argue the seven month closure for red, peach, and bream is absurd and that winter is best for cod fishing, noting many cannot travel to other territories for recreation. The letter calls for an immediate amendment.

Guakdté New South Cin Alwerye Neaherman Vic

British Budget Criticism On Churchill Finance Debate

The debate centers on Britain's budget and finance policy with Churchill attacked over deficits and sinking funds. Speakers like Mr Hilton Young and Sir Walter Rume Monasi challenge the government’s handling of national finances and credit concerns, arguing for steadier economic management.

Cdepontid Churchill Nate Browsley Ile Geek Thabane Warne Pc A Herrin Omurrin Min Walter Rumeimonasi Hilton Youn Rethrick Tawrence London Churchil

Letter of thanks over name confusion in election

Lewis W Nott expresses sincere thanks to D Kelly for clarifying a mix up between D Kelly and Joseph Kelly. He compliments Kelly the union secretary for his fearless self effacement and states the incident clears Joseph Kelly of any injustice from the mistaken naming.

1D. Kelly Joseph. Kelley D. Kelly Joseph Kelly Kelly Lewis W Nott

Weather Synopsis Across Regions With Varying Winds And Frost

Victoria Chicky clear with heavy dews and hoar frost on eastern highlands. New South Wales cloudy to showery near Manning Heads, frost in southern tableland and Blue Mountains, light to moderate rain on northern coast. South Australia clear with calms. Tasmania fine to partly cloudy with fresh northwesterlies. Queensland mainly fine with southeast to east winds. West Australia southerly winds with scattered clouds. Occasional heavy rain on southwest coast and light showers inland in places.

Victoria New South Walea Manning Heads Tableland Blue Mountains Mianfiing Heads Coffs Harbour South Australia North Australia Tasmania Queensland Cooktown West Australia Bouth Coolgardie

Rainfall Best At 9 Am In Victoria And NSW

Regional weather bulletin lists rainfall totals at 9 am with Victoria and New South Wales stations. Tenterfield shows 1 mm, Murwillumbah 16 mm, Myron Hay 5 mm, Lin Heedas 27 mm, and Oration noted in the report.

Victoria Mew South Wales Tenterfeld Murwillumbah Myron Hay Lin Heedas Oration

London convention opens on safety of life at sea

Britain leads a new international conference in London to draft modern safety rules for ships. Wartime experience reshapes provisions on lifeboats wireless systems fire equipment ice patrol and collision regulations as delegates study data since 1913 14 and 1921.

London Britain British Board of Trade Board of Trade Tianic

Honouring the Third Commissioner Election Debate

The Canberra Times letters page praises Colonel Goodwin for humane action during floods years ago. The writer urges voters to consider character and warns against harsh campaigning as the election nears. Joseph Keeley notes his address at Causeway.

Mel Kelly Rafferty Tyles Col. Goodwin Tam Joseph Keeley Causeway

Dr Nott and Unionism Letter debate on strike breaking and quotes

A reader attacks Dr Nott over strike breaking in Queensland. He disputes authorship of a slander about unionists and Australia content, questions parliamentary actions and democratic credentials, and challenges the Premier’s description of the campaign. The letter, signed Leslie W. Brl, calls for clarifications.

Sir Dr. Notts Queensland Dr. Nott Australia Nott Franchine

Closing Days Of Commonwealth Loan Subscriptions

The Commonwealth Treasury reminded subscribers that tomorrow is the final day to renew subscriptions to the £7,000,000 loan. Secretary J. T. Heathershaw said the week’s business justified expectations of full subscription, with £209,210 on Monday and £259,880 on Tuesday, totaling £6,052,500. Applications exceeded 000, likely rising above 10,000, and no belated applications will be accepted.

Commonwealth Treasury Ismorrow iv Joan

Australia’s towns and numbers list across the colonies

A long, comma heavy enumeration of towns and numeric values across South Australia North Australia Tasmania Queensland Western Australia and more. The data includes place names such as Launceston Gympie Maryborough Gladstone Brisbane Cardwell Sandy Cape Cairns Cooktown Toodyay Wandering and Albany with varying figures attached.

South Australia North Australia Tasmania Launceston Queensland Gympie Maryborough Gladstone Killarney Innisfail Brisbane Cardwell Sandy Cape Keckhampton Cairns Cooktown Tewantin West Australia

Revival in British shipbuilding signals growth in 1914

Lloyds Register of Shipping shows 1 357 000 tons under construction in Great Britain and Ireland as of March 31 with a 1 490 000 ton rate indicating an 114 000 ton rise from the previous period. The report appears in a London dispatch noting increased output and a broader revival in the industry.

London Lloyd’s Hogiater of Shipping Great Briitain Ireland Teciner Stor

Australian officials and diplomats named for World League meeting

The Read ffice of Macdonald Hamilton and a and Mr W A Mackay in Europe. James Mitchell former Sydney Police Commissioner called to City Commissioners. Walter Henry Childs appointed Acting Commissioner of Vobyoy aduursne. Various mentions of travel, military hospital stays, and delegations to Geneva and Oxford.

1. J. Mackay Sim Macdonald, Hamilton and A Australia W. A. Mackay Europe James Mitchell Sydney Walter Henry Childs New South Wars Adling al Hotettte M. Heseldeah Rydeey Heneldean Randwick W. (. Marr Commonwealth League of Nations Geneva Green Richmond Ir Cimaville Hyrie Aieird

Archdeacon Pike Appointed to Goulburn Arc

Archdeacon Pike, formerly Archdeacon of Avza, is appointed to the Arc of Goulburn by the Anglican Munhep of Goulburn. Sr. Rodiord announced the appointment amid a season of organizational changes and local church reorganization.

Bydney Weinenlay Munhep Goulburn Rodiord Venerabde Archdewon Pike Arthdeacon Avza Arc Art Menem Teube Sun

Death of Havelock Wilson Seamen's Union Leader

The death of M. awe jock Wilson longtime general secretary of the Health Seamen's Union is reported after seven years of illness. He remained active in union affairs until shortly before his death, maintaining a calm demeanor despite adverse health.

London Awe Jock Wilson Gener Heilith Seamen's Union Busine Maine Uy Wilson Boyar

Charlie Chaplin Birthday Marker Sparks Industry Toasts

The scene in Los Angeles marks Charlie Chaplin’s 40th birthday as film producers, including James Veld, honor the icon with tributes and reflective remarks on his enduring impact on cinema.

Los Angeles Tacatay Charlie Chaplin Ecthhek Tahid Jame

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