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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Aug 02, 1929
Page
4
Fragmentary weather notice lists rainfall totals for Queanbeyan with references to yearly rainfall and July figures. The readable content mentions monthly rainfall values and summarised records though many details are garbled. The report hints at a yearly rainfall record and temperature data but lacks complete figures or dates.
A weekly flat rate tax proposal for Canberra residents earning below basic wage aims to fund a community hospital. Opposition warns of burdens and questions viability while supporters argue it could enable a new hospital and improved care. The plan includes a 25.1 percent maintenance levy and contemplates a hospital trust, with debate over governance and revenue sources continuing.
The forecast covers New Mouth and Victoria with scattered clouds and frost, variable winds turning northerly. Queensland and coastal regions see showers in the northwest, then fine inland, with strong to moderate seas off the coast. Western Australia expects fine conditions and southerly winds, while South Australia and New South Wales report cool nights and frosts with variable winds.
A fragmented weather synopsis notes light rainfall readings in parts of Australia with variable winds in New South Wales. It mentions Moody Wright and Chiely Shaw among observers, and frost and fair weather tendencies across Tasmania and adjacent areas.
The Canberra Times reviews arguments on poison gas in modern warfare. It notes governments renounced gas, a Belgian monument to the first German gas attack in 1915, and debates at the League of Nations. It contrasts anti gas sentiment with defenders who claim gas could shorten war, while recalling vast casualties and suffering.
London announces details of a forthcoming renaturation and pending capitalization for the National Heating Company. Directors say the move aims to safeguard British control and position the firm at the heart of global aluminum and allied industries. Officials deny any danger to existing finances and emphasize steady development amid market shifts.
Fragmented OCR listing rainfall figures and place names across Australia and surrounding areas. Includes Melbourne, Sydney, Newcastle, Cape Cod style references and multiple towns with varying inch measurements, unclear dates, and disrupted spellings.
A garbled OCR summary reports motor registrations in the Federal Capital Territory for a period in 3410 to 7E imetusine Vetalled Verrica and the mater. It mentions common vehicle types and several brands including Ford, with names such as Morris Couley and CMewen. The text remains unclear on exact dates or totals.
Reported charges accuse Dr Watson of attempting to influence media coverage of government actions in Canberra. The Federal Capital Territory case centers on his alleged meeting with ministers and planners for The Canberra Times, with ministers and officials cited as part of the inquiry.
Public can inspect Canberra Hospital equipment and insulation displays next week from Monday to Friday between 2:80 and bim hours. The commission announced the hospital will be open for inspection while awaiting administration updates and public body coordination.
S. E. Gregory, famed cricketer, has died in Sydney after a long career. The article notes his long service, 200 matches in Sydney and 180, 176 in Lord’s, with notable scores and an average, marking him as a prominent figure in cricket history.
The meeting of the Economic Society was held at the Ro vie Building on Tuesday. Mr Wide spoke and papers were read by Mr CW hamrmsralits masochns Be. Members were listed in their annual address by Se pare Mr WF. Kalen Om 1K and Beatin.
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