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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Aug 06, 1936
Page
1
A garbled report outlines a state cabinet plan focusing on small farms and settlement districts rather than urban areas. It suggests a 100 acre threshold as a practical answer, with emphasis on employment for farm families and a distant example involving a former boy employee.
Fragmented OCR text hints at a London report on barracking British tribute amid a difficult to beat Australia reference. Mentions Mumbai and machine made money, individuality, and cost concerns, but readable facts are minimal and unclear.
Brisbane reports Herbert Kapit, linked to a train murder of four passengers on April 2, was found in his cell early this morning with bloodied wounds to his left arm and neck. Authorities pursue how he acquired and concealed the blade while in custody during the prior day’s events.
A fragmented report mentions travelling costs and an alleged offence, with names and events obscured. The text notes a claim of merit and honour, suggesting some individuals or groups faced scrutiny over payments and decisions. The overall sense implies controversy without clear specifics.
Brilliant sunshine drew a large crowd to the Olympic Stadium for discus and pole vault elimination rounds before a heavy downpour flooded the track. Swis doctor and Frau Dyrenfurt won Olympic gold in Himalayas fencing. Schrieber led in pole vault as rain halted events and delayed decisions amid wrestling and sprint attempts.
A chaotic report describes tensions with Norwegian whalers near the northwest court, radio chatter about a mother ship, and a disputed encounter. The piece shifts to track and field, noting Canadian Edwards and American Woodruff's 400 and 200 metre marks, Backhouse's struggles, and Britain's fading athletic prestige as Australian and American athletes excel amid windy conditions.
Manchukuo will join Japan in barring Australian wheat and flour as part of wartime measures. The report notes stockpiles and public demonstrations tied to shortages and patriotic displays amid German victories. The piece also references national anthems and racial stereotypes in the era’s cultural framing.
The report highlights Jesep Owene Owens breaking the Olympic record in the 300 meters heat as rivals from Holland Canada Switzerland and the USA post times. It notes contenders Pennington McPhee Humber and others advancing and mentions looming stadium crowds and evolving opinions on Owens as champion.
A fragmented report notes Teds Hawariat, Abyssinian minister in Paris, prominent in the Abyssinian War. It describes attacks on Italians at Addis Ababa with critical conditions. fighting extends toward Gondar, mostly rifle engagements. Rumors mention planned raids through the rainy season and Halle Balasnie’s cousin Ramnary assembling an army near Addis Ababa.
London dispatch reports a German destroyer crushed off Ceuta while the battleship Deutschland entered. Adolf Hitler greeted by Tetuan, Franco host with speeches. Admiral toasted destruction of the Reds. Times critic dismisses Bethellierat sale rumors amid claims of gains at Gunde arrame front. Madrid protests foreign intervention while the rebel stance hardens. Daily Mail notes Soviet support would seal Communist victory, viewing Russia as a danger to Europe.
Reports from Paris note unease over German naval movements near French Morocco and Tangier. Le Jour and Petit Journal discuss Berlin’s aim to influence North Africa while avoiding direct escalation, with references to Franco’s leadership and broader European tensions.
Fragmentary note reports Britain with France and Spain discussing a proposal for an aid or method in Spain. The French note was communicated to the premier in London, but the incomplete text leaves the exact content and intent unclear.
A newly discovered comet by Leslie Peltier of Ghia appeared in Canberra last night at peak brightness. The Commonwealth Solar Observatory director RW Rimmerl said it rivaled a magnitude star, its tail aligned with the head as Earth lies near the Sun, with the object about 18 lunar miles away and moving southward toward the southeast sky after 7 p.m. nearby Gamma and Delta Capricorni.
A.ALF contingent faces unlikely adoption by the Government amid debate on a coronation plan. A smaller ALF delegation voices support for a ceremonial event, while officials weigh political viability and public reaction.
A former assistant magistrate Mr Jock Hides who resigned after leading a gold prospecting expedition through Papua cannot enter the Birick and Purari districts. The Prime Minister's Department reports an ordinance declaring these areas "uncontrolled free" and states the native population must be brought under administration before mining exploration or colonisation can occur. Wirton may conduct exploration only in controlled areas, not in the declared zones, though he observed gold bearing country during his expedition.
A fragmented Melbourne item reports a hospital patient aged 39 involved in a window incident, with unclear details on the event and outcome, and mentions rural fines.
A fragmented record notes a diplomatic exchange between Paris and London. The French initiative is welcomed in principle, with mentions of bilateral reception and high level signaling, indicating cautious optimism about joint prospects.
Canberra will host two marker beacons with Launceston one as part of three new radio beacon stations. The scheme covers Canberra Melbourne and Launceston to guide air traffic with meteorological centres and continuous radio contact. A gap between Canberra and Melbourne will be filled by a later beacon near Holbrook New South Wales.
Government proposes extensive improvements to Mascot Aerodrome in Budndy Wisconsin. Plans include two additional hard air facilities runways and after completion pilots will benefit from new beacons boundary lights obstruction lights and clearly marked airspace to improve night flying safety.
A man suffered severe burns when his clothing caught fire in an incident described with partial OCR errors. The event occurred near a footpath and yard area, with emergency attempts and a search for the person and potential witnesses continuing.
Fragmentary OCR notes describe a court appearance involving individuals with partial names and references to a Tweed River case. The text mentions dogs, a register with MCA, and misread terms that obscure dates, roles, and outcomes. No clear decisions or parties are fully identifiable.
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