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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Aug 17, 1929
Page
4
Fragmented OCR shows temperatures and readings with units and times unclear. It includes mentions of maximums near 48.2 and 42.4 degrees and references to thermometers and wind or precipitation notes, but specifics are obscured. The readable items indicate a weather summary with numeric values and dates incomplete.
Fragmentary OCR of a coastal weather bulletin describes broad west to southwesterly winds in the Tasman Sea and southern waters. It notes cold inland air, showers in Western Australia and eastern regions, a trough near Queensland, and south easterly winds along the canal with rain likely inland rounds.
A garbled weather synopsis describes yesterday’s conditions across Victoria New South Wales and South Australia. It mentions clear conditions in parts with scattered showers in others, widespread rain on highlands, cold fronts, and strong winds. It notes cloud cover across Riverina Hunter Manning districts and snow in some areas, with variable rain and thunderstorms in coastal regions and the northwest.
A fragmented record lists rainfall observations and worship schedules across churches and towns including Moon, Wattle Perk, Beulah, Werrimal, Lake Canberra, Derriwitioe, Woomelans, and several regional centers. Notable items mention public worship times, pastors, and local venue names such as Beulah Mirchip, Ainslie Public School, and Horsham worship sites with varied service times and dates.
A dense OCR dump lists numerous towns, parishes, and localities across New South Wales and nearby regions with many misspellings and partial names. The fragmentary items include hundreds of place names, some with percentages or figures, lacking coherent narrative or dates.
Fragmentary OCR lists Catholic and Presbyterian references with misread words and broken parish details. It mentions Rt. Vianney and various masses or Sundays but lacks clear dates, locations, or complete service times.
A garbled OCR note lists Kingston Baptist Church ministers and activities. It mentions minister Wer De Wardork, a Dieta Merion communion at Wheaton, midweek events, and a Salvation Army presence on Deertaarne Street with Captains Sam and Willy noted.
In Parliament next week a censure motion questions government actions in the John Brown mining case. The Prime Minister defends the Attorney-General's initial prosecution and later withdrawal, arguing motives were to restart coal production and restore prosperity. Public opinion questions leadership and calls for consistent law enforcement.
A damaged OCR fragment references Sebi' Roticm and amvleretowl notices involving germination and shop sargies. It mentions Pecorut unite onsmionion and MU Veter for Homie Alfmire BU, with a hinted public meeting led by Cink and Hinmehh, detailing local commissions and roles.
Fragmentary text describes fears of riots and government response with mentions of officials, security actions, and public order concerns amid unrest. Details are garbled but imply heightened vigilance and possible interventions to prevent disturbances.
National football report shows Victorians claiming a third Teat victory in Canberra with key players and tactics powering a close win. The match featured tactical moves, standout performances, and late pressure that sealed the result for the Victorians amid a challenging road trip.
Fragmentary OCR reads like a brief local item unit with unclear names and dates. It mentions Brisbane and a possible meeting or notice, but key facts are illegible leaving uncertainty about event, participants, or outcome.
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