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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Aug 14, 1937
Page
3
The readable text outlines a debate over the Commonwealth and states high court conventions and compulsory jurisdiction. It references Sir George Pralgo, the Tasmanian Chief Judge, and the role of government in implementing decisions. It notes potential delays, tribunal representation, and the push for constitutional wording and policy alignment.
Canberra cannot escape a tough draw as they travel to Young to face the Rome team in a key league fixture. Lineups include coach Xinaane and captain out for May. Regan McCloskey Hail Brown and several others listed for Canberra Reserves and Canberra Junior side amid a busy Kingston Oval program with two junior games scheduled.
The Minister for Education in New South Wales imposes a temporary ban on children from Victoria attending NSW schools unless preapproved. The policy applies for about a month, but border districts may allow current Victorian residents to continue if no infantile paralysis is known in their district or recent travel.
Disjointed report notes an outbreak extending to Macedon and Melbourne with partial figures. It mentions infantile illnesses hitting 78, a three year old admitted from Hutla Slava, and attempts at control in Meadon, aiming to lower case counts though details are unclear.
August church services list at Trinity and St Johns include Holy Communion morning prayers Evensong and Matins. Brethren Ven Archdeacon Robertson preaches at 7pm. Children's services led by Mev Whiting and others. Morning prayer during the day.
A long mixed notice block lists church confessions and services across Christopher's St Patricks Westlake Causeway and more with times. It also covers infantile paralysis cases in Gippsland and Melbourne outbreak context, plus public notices for land applications under city area ordinances and ministerial postings and sermons for various churches and schools with dates and times.
R.M.C players and Canberra teams prepare for a Duntronn Oval match with Hobart players and forwards listed. Captains G C Willaon and D Peri lead selections while a special bank shuttle aids transport. Early two o'clock tie features R.M.C versus College under chart with L Kaensay refereeing.
Magistrate in Sydney on Friday reviewed the state lottery amid debate over funding for public care. J Gili and the Camiraunwenitht stake argued the draw aids pensioners in old men’s homes, easing state upkeep costs. The secretary of Une Sydney Hospital praised the scheme as a vital support for needy inmates.
Tender for the new High Media building noted for processing this month. Work tied to this year’s program, so pausing current estimates before starting the project is not required.
The Operatic Society plans dance rehearsals for principals and chorus starting Monday night as Audrey Rubin, who previously worked with Frances Scully, arrives in Cambridge to direct sessions. Rehearsals will continue nightly at Kingston’s Westbury Hall and adjacent venues through the week.
Sir Archdale Parkhill said voluntary enlistment under the present system suffices and there is no plan to reintroduce compulsory training in Australia. He referred to Brigadier Whitlam’s remarks as suspended and ordered a salary board inquiry to verify the attributed statement.
Deputation of senior teaching staff from Tex topes Park urged the Interior Department to provide accommodation for teachers at Hintar Kee ragang. The department, while sympathetic, indicated it could not offer lodging at present though attempts would be made to post in suitable locations where possible.
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