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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Aug 12, 1936
Page
2
Fragmentary weather notes mention temperatures around 25.8 degrees and 8 am and 9 pm readings with unclear units. References to timetable like 3 pm and 46 dagrack appear garbled. Overall the piece offers no coherent forecast or location data beyond scattered times and temperatures.
The fragment outlines Monaro racing fixtures with scattered names and dates including Canberra related entries and a sequence of meetings. It mentions Byers Gesien Gelliburn and Patrick, with references to February and April events amid a hazy list of venues and participants.
Fragmented OCR text describes a royal voyage with the king aboard a London cruise. Mention of accompanying figures, deck duties, pitching, redeve, and unnamed crew and passengers. Ongoing confusion leaves specifics unclear about dates, names, or outcomes.
A Canberra Times summary reports Lord Tyrell, president of the British Board of Film Censors, warning that political propaganda can creep into international films and influence audiences. The piece notes local Australian productions typically avoid politics, while cinema managers cannot fully curb propagandistic content.
An eyewitness account from a Turkish village near Akarsuye portrays a wedding with a knife-dance. Mustafa and the observer enter a crowded room as elders watch a scarred performer twirl knives, while villagers and an English guest observe a tense, ritual display amid dust and smoke.
In Lima on Tuesday the International Federation cancelled Peru’s victory in Berlin and threatened to withdraw Peruvian athletes from the Games. The dispute followed confrontations with Austrian and German officials and reports of Peruvian supporters clashing with police.
A traveler recalls nights of violence near Jerusalem and a vivid ritual in Anatolia. A street circus figure in a red dress captivates, women dance sparingly, and a mournful procession moves from village square to ancient stones. The scene blends colonial gaze with local reverence as gunfire, mines, and arab troops stain the road to a fragile peace.
A garbled OCR text fragment mentions a gasman, a dancer, and various blurred actions. No coherent events or clear individuals are identifiable, making it impossible to extract a factual news item or figure a clear headline with meaningful summary.
The Broadcasting Commission's National Military Band will give a concert at Albert Hall on August 27 featuring the William Tell overture and Weber's Invitation to the Waltz. The programme includes works by Friedman and Albert, with Ghosts of the Warrior by Grossman and pieces by O'Donnell. Soloist Raymond Beatty will perform a concerto. vocal numbers include Hud and Hobie and When I Wan Stir Free. Box offices at Prowee's Gee's Kingston and Hotel Canberra are open with tickets at 3/- and 2/.
Record bookings have been recorded for the Canberra Amateur Operatic Society production Havana a three set play. Public interest has been shown in the show with an exceptional cast and a large ensemble. The play will start at 8 o'clock sharp with dress rehearsal Monday aiding final alterations. Over 70 people are involved in the presentation making this one of the largest amateur casts yet seen. Performances are tonight Thursday and Saturday at Civic Centre box plans at Provoet? Kingston. Special buses run after the show from Albert Hall to Amble and Kingston.
At the Farmers and Settlers Conference in Sydney Mr G C Roper ridiculed trial by jury as outdated and claimed an innocent person would accept verdicts by three judges. Sir Arthur Trethowan blamed wage overstatements by employers for higher premiums and discussed workers compensation. The conference considered farmer relief legislation and passed a resolution urging government freedoms for farmers beyond those under direct orders.
Fragmented report notes cruisers Aydney and Tusetey returning after nearly two years of service in the town show. It mentions Bondvac wet omne the immaisere and references the Bydany as the most modern cruiser afloat with a BL knot spread. Australian context implied with vague m f meral details.
Reports detail Pearce entering the second heat in a late afternoon rowing event with rivals from Canada Germany Austria and more. In swimming, multiple heats of the women 100 meters freestyle and backstroke showcase records, near-qualifiers, and notable performances including Kit McKay and Mine Harding Vorstein with semifinals looming tomorrow.
Mir Archdale Parkhill announced federal and New South Wales support for Commonwealth policy granting full pay leave for training to public servants and corporate staff attached to government bodies. The Defence Department aims to boost enlistments, with efforts tied to Melbourne recruiting drives and the National Trade Exhibition in Melbourne from October to November. An associated firm network will aid information dissemination to the public through exhibition channels.
Albert John Yeardye was committed for trial today at Parramatta Crown Court on a charge of causing the death of cyclist Calin Arthur Aj, who was struck while travelling on Merrgianss Road. The driver faced amended counts alleging unlawfully causing the death by dangerous driving as the investigation continued.
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