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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Aug 10, 1933
Page
2
A fragmented public notice from The Canberra Times announces prepaid subscription rates and booking details. It mentions commonwealth wealth, pricing, and contact information, but the legible text is incomplete. The readable elements reference subscription terms and a Canberra address with telephone details.
Fragmentary weather note shows temperatures around 30 degrees with daytime heat and light wind from the west. Times are given but exact readings are unclear due to OCR errors.
Historical notes discuss boundary proposals and the Riverina Movement’s push for a new state. References to Watron and the 1924 plan outline subdividing Northern Territory and Queensland areas, with critique of boundary logic and calls for a comprehensive reexamination of watercourse watersheds and regional lines.
Cold and cloudy conditions prevail with more rain expected on the tablelands. Coastal and highland areas face unsettled weather, while strong southerly winds sweep the region.
A historical analysis compares Communism in Russia with Italian Fascism and German Nazism. It notes Fascism’s national focus, its limited propaganda, and its growing appeal in Europe. The piece contrasts Mussolini’s and Hitler’s regimes, warns of Fascist influence in Britain, and urges strengthening democracy and economy to resist the lure of Communism or fascist ideologies.
Fragmented notes recount early 20th century moves toward women’s federal suffrage and candidacy. Mentions May Rowry and Mary Hungerford McMahon among pioneers, with sparse results and regional references in Australia and New South Wales.
Two rescuers battled a collapsed well for hours as two men died beneath earth slipped at a remote site. The effort involved police, doctors, and bystanders as teams recovered bodies with cranes and rope, while wives waited and prayers for survivors continued until final confirmation.
A fragmentary item mentions Mr W N Ives associated with Hedonk and the Hotel Canterens, with unclear context or events. The readable text suggests a social or business setting involving the named individuals and locations.
A Sydney programme aims to improve industrial relations and funding for postwar recovery. The Country Party seeks tax reform and reduced overseas debt while defending farm prices and employment. Premier measures include tax cuts and mortgage relief amid calls for strong government action.
The report discusses the process for appointing a judge for the Supreme Court of the Northern Territory. It notes potential nominees, travel stipends, and adjustments to the salary under the Financial Emergencies Act, with timelines for appointment and confirmation. The piece references the Attorney General and Commonwealth Crown Solicitor in relation to the selection and eligibility.
The NSW government backs new pavilion and oval works in Queanbeyan. The plan includes concrete pillars, extended colums, widened wings, and advertising provisions to generate revenue. Proposals assign funding, traffic and water diversions, with committees reviewing during the coming week.
A Canberra Western Australia girl essay on Canberra’s image as a planned capital city. It sketches a vision of Canberra’s architecture parks and order, praising its tranquility, culture, and potential as a national center for learning, research, and public life. The piece discusses pride in Canberra’s design and its symbolic future role.
Fragmentary report describes a brutal assault case with a judge expressing regret. The text mentions Chariton and Cecil Watters, alleged abuse, and a court proceeding with suspicions about the crime. Police notes reference a married couple and a prison sentence or fine in a historic sentencing context.
Fragmented notes describe a sculling race tied to the Meyhovens Centenary celebrations in Melbourne. The text mentions a world champion, final approvals, and a potential title outcome, but details are obscured by OCR errors and missing portions.
A distressed account from Melbourne notes a taxidermist allegedly failing to mount a pet dog named Mee Ellice Beth Kebner. The owner claims damage and mismanagement in the mounting process, with the client revealing broken camera records and unclear outcomes. The fragmentary report emphasizes the dispute over workmanship and compensation.
Fragmentary text records a sporting or social event listing participants and handicaps, with names such as Thorpe, Greenwood, Somerville, and Dickinson. Details are garbled, but mentions a putting competition won by Dickinson and a ball or team context with handicaps and venue hints.
Fragmented text references Aust Ban Francisco, Taunty rebellion, and U S aircraft, suggesting a political crisis. Mentions Duke of 9, Federal Parliament, mercenary forces, and military implications. Content is garbled but portrays instability and possible government conflict.
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