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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Aug 10, 1929
Page
4
Canberra weather notes show barometer 10.28 inches at 9 a.m. and thermometer 48 degrees. The day’s maximum reached 65.3 degrees. other readings include a 24 hour high of 45 degrees and wind data. Monthly rainfall totals list incomplete entries. overall yearly total and 1926 comparison are noted but data is garbled.
The Queanbeyan records show period ended August 9 with temperatures 47 max 28 min and rainfall notes. Monthly totals list rainfall figures through March May and August, with a year to date total mentioned but partially garbled.
A brief weather snapshot reports cloudy conditions with showers along the coast near Canberra. Winds are variable with a temporary clearing pattern implied and a stray reference to shifting air patterns.
The report notes south easterly to north easterly winds across western Australia and parts of South Australia with improving conditions inland. Showers are scattered east of Spencer Gulf with some clearing inland, while the coast sees fresh south east to north east winds and a generally unsettled pattern in the region.
Noon yesterday weather across Australia reports clear to overcast skies with scattered frosts and light rains. Victoria had mostly clear to partly cloudy conditions with light winds and no rain. New South Wales saw misty rain in parts and light showers on the coast. Tasmania overcast with possible snow in highlands and light rain in western areas. South Australia and Western Australia recorded light showers and generally light rain with variable winds. Queensland data unavailable.
Rainfall readings at 9 am yesterday across Australian states and territories show varied totals from nil in Victoria to notable amounts in Tasmania and several coastal towns. Highlights include Eddystone 68, Port Elliston 28, Waratah 43, Cape Northumberland 82, and Sandy Cape 0 in Queensland.
Round the Depart ments rounds up staff changes and duties across Canberra departments. H W Crotherton arrived to commence duty in the Commonwealth Treasury Records Branch Canberra. Abbott returned to Canberra from Sydney while Deane visited Melbourne. Rahal injured and absent on sick leave. Woolnough returned from Singleton on official business. J J Loughland began duty in the Postmaster General's Department. M Lee resigned from Trade and Customs. A Mason appointed as permanent typist. Census figures show staff absent on sickness. C Williams commenced duty. Federal Capital Commission Officers Association elected A Saunders honorary secretary.
A New South Wales judge discusses the time payment or hire purchase system. He notes both merits and demerits, citing its impact on households and farmers, its role in agriculture and consumer purchases, and the need for clearer legal status. The piece argues regulation without punitive restrictions and calls for equitable, defined rights in hire purchase.
New Guinea settlers facing near bankruptcy plead for government relief as a moratorium on expropriations is debated. Campbell, secretary of a settlers' movement, argues without relief the plantations may revert to the expropriating custodian. He warns 80 percent of planters would fail without extension, harming copra output and populating plans. The government’s stance appears reluctant, fearing losses from seized properties and delaying aid to soldiers abroad.
The Graf Zeppelin, departing Lakehurst late Thursday, reported at dawn that it sat at 40 degrees 12 minutes north and 11 degrees 32 minutes west, moving at 0 to 6 mph with favorable weather. Crew noted weakening signals as the airship continued its Atlantic crossing, estimated about 775 miles remaining to the destination.
The Graf Zeppelin reported to the Navy Department its position as 41 north 52 feet at 6.16 p.m. and was about 1,110 miles from Lakehurst. Weather seemed favorable as speed increased east of Lakehurst. At Lakehurst, 2,000 stars reportedly stolen from a safe in the hangar during the commotion. Several telephones and other fixtures taken from the souvenirs area. Marines later heard screams and found five women and three men lost in a swamp near the field wandering in circles with torn clothes. a soldier lent trousers to a woman to get home.
In Boneo today the second round of the New South Wales women’s championship trimmed the field to 16. Leading scores include Mrs Chements 167 and Miss Parkman Leura 182, with Binnie Cooma and Hale Peak Hill among close runners.
Sydney reports jockey Edwani Maurice Ellie died in tragic circumstances on March 15. He left an estate valued at 2,600. The Melbourne scene records a separate assault case at Caulfield where a man was knocked down and punched beneath a meter car.
Canberra faces the prospect of a national university aligned to a clear nucleus. The Canberra University Association, assembling support, argues a nucleus is feasible now with favourable finances and no heavy burden on Commonwealth funds. Proposals stress high standards, national character, and possible evolution from a national examinations model led by Professor Sir Mungo MacCallum.
Read notes list church services and sermon times across Canberra and nearby towns. Roman Catholic and Presbyterian congregations feature mass or devotions on Sundays with weekday meetings in Kingston Queanbeyan Abilene and surrounding areas.
Fragmentary OCR lists church activities with mentions of Methodists at Keats and a schedule item for 11 a m including speakers or attendees. Names and complete details are unclear, but references point to religious services and related gatherings in a Keats area church.
A fragmentary notice lists pastors and church groups including BAPTIST CHURCH, PRESTERIAN METHODIST, and SAVATION ARMY. It mentions a Sunday afternoon service with a procession led by a CB banner and participation from CORAL members and Church of Christ affiliates.
In a May hearing, Minister may approve limited importation under strict conditions. Officials propose allowing certain rabbit stock from foreign countries to enter Australia while restricting farming and quarantine rules within Cumberland and Camden regions. The conference urged the Prime Minister to seek federal approval for the importation of horned breeds from overseas.
A fragmentary notice describes a group or league arriving in a distant land amid confusion. It mentions Hew tales, an Australian reverence, and a looming confrontation with adversaries. The text is incomplete but signals a wartime or travel encounter with foreign forces.
An unreadable OCR fragment mentions Robert Tot and a ceremony or event at a location near Melbourne, with unclear actions or outcomes. Names and places are partially readable but specifics are missing. Further legible text needed to determine date, event, or participants.
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