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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Apr 29, 1936
Page
4
A garbled OCR fragment mentions Canberra and Queanbryan and an attempt to communicate with a newspaper titled The Oss barre Times. The readable content is insufficient for a clear event or date.
Fragmented OCR notes record weather observations with inconsistent units and garbled terms for Canberra area including temperatures, wind, and times. The readable items mention a 62 degree reading at morning and a 74 degree minimum, with various misread labels and unclear time stamps.
In London on Monday the Defence Committee discussed conscription with Mr. Chonting presenting on the Defence committee's stance. The report notes ongoing parliamentary consideration of mandatory military service and related measures.
The Canberra Times discusses the United Kingdom Australia Trade Agreement of 1932 and Ottawa obligations. It notes tariff safeguards, the Tariff Board's recommendations on cement duties, and Parliament's rejection of those proposals. The piece questions whether Parliament respected Ottawa in revising duties and urges careful reconsideration aligned with commitments and overall national interest.
Mr Caldwell, tied to the International Labour Office in Geneva, backs Prime Minister Lyons on a universal five day working week only with broad international agreement. He argues a cooperative approach aids information gathering for Australia and strengthens an international code.
The 47th Annual Review examines the Great Artesian Basin covering Queensland New South Wales and parts of South Australia and shows ongoing water declines. It warns that only 24 inches of head may extend beyond conservation efforts, risking income from wool and livestock as drought and reduced rainfall drain supplies.
The Interior Department delays the first re appraisal of about 150 rural lots near the capital. Warranted by Mr Alurhman, the process follows a 14 month sales window. The council’s last meeting directed reappraisal to study land values in surrounding areas.
A letter from Long Bay Gaol dated April 18 is received by the Minister for Justice. The prisoner Havin John Hickey admits guilt in the Mr Heawood case and seeks public reparation for Heawood and his family. Martin said the letter and representations would be carefully considered.
A university commencement ball featured elaborate decorations and a mirror sphere display. Guests included Abel Bourne, Sydney, and many attendees from Yeas, Queanbeyas and nearby towns. Organizing duties were led by Br. Max Mone with support from a large committee and musical entertainment by Pargsor's Orchestra.
Fragmented text mentions free shipping and a coronation event in London involving shipowners and a government minister. Contains garbled names and terms. no clear date, place, or outcome. The readable bits reference Sydney, commerce minister, and a royal occasion, but details are too corrupted to confirm facts.
Tenders will close for felling and cleaning of 400 pines at Mount Stromlo forest and planning for transport to Kingston. The project continues ongoing operations and requires removing several trees to allow access for the water pipe line between Mount Stromlo and Red Hill reserve, with duplication work involved.
An interview recalls rapid shifts in church and religion as the movement strengthens its reach in Sydney. Dr Outhetety travels to China and Japan to promote the movement’s goals, while leaders emphasize reform of allied religious institutions.
Commonwealth Ministers in Abstradia will fly from Melbourne to attend the meeting. Officials confirm a flight from Melbourne is arranged for the ministers. Limited readable text indicates a formal gathering and travel plan for the delegation.
Director Donald Grant moved for adjournment as Parliament debated clemency for condemned youths Judes and Hickey. Government members, including Mr Manfreui, opposed the death penalty for those under twenty. Grant argued youth cases demand serious consideration and highlighted wartime factors. The House Leader Hawkins noted jury discretion, while Grant withdrew after stating his motion would be fully discussed.
Police responded as masked bandits disrupted a Corsican voting scene in Paris. Gunfire rang out at a ballot location while robbers concealed their identities and forced the scene to halt. Authorities recovered ballot papers bearing a candidate's name amid the confusion.
A report states a cash register was found at Sand Hill and authorities recovered suspected money. Details are obscured with garbled text but reference to an election and possible robbery actions are noted. The text mentions Sydney and a hotel, with unclear outcomes and dates.
The report outlines tentative plans for a general election in late September or October. Government circles debate timing and procedures to align with a Langara Conference, with Prime Minister discussing concessions and parliamentary deadlines.
Court proceedings reveal details of a burglary and theft on Gilea Street Kinergon. Witnesses describe items found at the scene including blankets and a block of wood, while Wingate admits to altering a statement. The case proceeds as the accused contemplates change of plea for stealing.
Robert Clive Binnie faced a charge of contingoing the mF way frame pule wan preferred at Camburra Court yesterday. He pleaded not guilty as the case unfolded with garbled testimony and a Sergeant Cook ruling on the nature of the offense.
The defendant Vernyn Callaghan requests leniency after pleading to a charge related to an arithmetical offense in London. The court considers probation, a small fine, or brief detention, while the defense claims limited influence on the conviction timeline and personal guilt.
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