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Newspaper

Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Apr 29, 1931

Page

4

Abrahams Opens Canberra Drapery Branch At Iton Block

During tough budgeting times Abrahams of Queanbeyan announces a Canberra branch opening at the Iton Shopping Block on Friday at 1am. The firm promises low prices through a strong buying network and reduced profit margins to help housewives balance budgets. A full page of prices will be published for the grand opening.

Jess Hev Abrahams Queanbeyan Federal Capital Territory Canberra Sydney Melbourne Commonwealth Abrahame

Turning the Corner to Abrahams at Kingston Block

Canberra shoppers are urged to turn the corner to better days with thrifty buying on Friday May 1. A new turn the corner feature at Abrahams in the Kingston Shopping Block promises improved prices and buying opportunities for customers.

Canberra Abrahams Kingston

Cinderella YWCA Production Readied for Next Saturday

A colorful community theater notice outlines a Cinderella YWCA production with orchestra, Professor Haydon, and a cast of local students. It mentions varied roles, costumes, and a venue near Canberra with several sideshows and rehearsals leading up to performance date.

Morndays Willy Keen Este Canberra Marston Soriels Andy the Profesor Haydon Nie Hushel HuVeen Peau proMraMti

World Butter Consumption Record in New South Wales

An Australian newspaper item reports on butter consumption rates for the year ended and notes that New South Wales set a record. The text contains many garbled phrases but centers on national dairy intake statistics and regional performance. Names, dates, and clearer facts are obscured by OCR errors.

Sydney Duleyine Tartecitiot Svetralla Wales Nltivk Sfarwn

Inquest on Patient Death Reveals Hospital Case

The coroner held a detailed inquest into the death of a patient at Maitland Mental Hospital. Evidence described travel restrictions, prior injuries, and an alleged attempt at suicide while under care. Witnesses recount medical procedures and the hospital’s handling of the patient’s condition before his death.

Aydney Tuirday Ugaines Medan Grastony Jueruney Robert Vatha Bey Gratton Parrmatin Robert Vatlus Muletde Potewary Fouth Grafton Bimsel Dr. McDonald Wwe Vallua Ube

Fragmented text item about a gangster in Halos and Wat Pred

A damaged OCR fragment mentions a gangster figure and various place names. The readable portions reference Halos and Wat Pred with unclear context and scattered names. No clear events or outcomes emerge from the fragmented text.

Town Hall Rioters Bailout and Political Turmoil

Vague records describe a bailout by the ALP for town hall rioters. Mentions President Avonry and unclear figures, with scattered phrases about patrons at a Mey Lyon event and a figure named Craven among others. The incomplete text shows political tension and unidentified officials.

Lyon Me. Craven

Chains of Debt Loom Over Community Fund Drive Progress

A garbled OCR fragment suggests financial strain in a local fund drive. Key names, dates, and places are unreadable, but the text hints at mounting debt affecting charitable efforts and community support. Further readable context is needed to specify organizations, amounts, or outcomes.

The Skin of His Teeth

An obfuscated report recounts a crime involving a driver and a robbery claim. Details are garbled, but the event centers on a tense confrontation and alleged actions by the suspect during a misty, unsettled incident.

Ian Herme

City Becomes Village After Longstanding Change

A fragmented OCR item notes a municipal shift after two centuries, referencing Lago and Brandenburg provinces, with calls for ward adjustments and regional governance changes amid historical context and territorial realignments.

Lago, Bb Uniter Aerlig Prana Hrovines Brandenburg

Gandhi's Terms Stir Indian Conference Violent Threats

Disjointed report notes threats of violence tied to a Calcutta meeting on autonomy and Congress petitions. Gandhi faces pressure as leaders discuss terms with Lord William Bentinck era figures, amid government failures and land seizure questions.

Gandhi Ailsons Lew Cannes

Fragmented OCR: Knights Menpitations and Visitors

The readable bits reference a historical scene with Knights, a man named Fagan, and numerous visitors around the year 1260. The text is garbled but hints at a ceremony or gathering linked to chariots, titles, and civic or religious orders.

Knights

Sydney wool sales amid uncertain demand in 1920s era trade

A fragmented report on Sydney wool sales highlights variable demand and quality concerns among buyers and brokers. The piece mentions competing suppliers, noted brands, and references to notable firms like Ames and Walker while emphasizing price sensitivity and stock turnover in a volatile market.

Authority confirms ties in AN council vote count

A local government report notes that an assembly tally shows AN council members influencing a closely watched vote. Details remain limited, but the outcome appears to hinge on key figures and party alignment within the body.

Australia’s Problems View of Conference Talk

A garbled article fragment discusses Mr Lathams view on a conference, mentioning Mey Mewtsie and references to Heath, America, and political opposition. It hints at debates over country direction and government actions but the text is largely unintelligible.

Hroriachion Linnie Stirtheter Conuittte Hank Hett Mr. Seta Uae Athens Ieee Lanai Nilaly Ieee Auenie London Aeoueuyeliyg Renner Mey USA Heath Iain He Mmi Vonelda

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