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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Aug 20, 1935
Page
2
A fragment indicates Doris Smith as a man named Doris Smith at a hospital involving Mister Devan and Mrs W A Wiaekin with a date around August 17. The legible elements suggest a civil or probate notice context rather than a full article.
An advertising snippet promotes Home Names and House Home products, listing materials such as wood glass aluminum copper enamel cast metal and bevell miferson eirnan. It invites readers to call for more information and quotes, noting various sizes and letter styles and highlighting Rokite Products.
Propristort notice from Mort Direst at Cite Canberra announces publication details. Contact via Canberra phone line for Lamneeyan and District Syonet and Dymoch's Newsagency near Railway Station for access.
Fragment mentions Canberra and Queanbeyan residents and references to ordering or communicating names and addresses in a publication. Details are jumbled and dates or specific actions are not provided. This reads as a partial notice fragment from a regional paper.
Readable weather note reports rainfall totals for the current year to date, naming Betty Wy and August as referenced points. Damurty is mentioned in connection with the record. The fragmentary text preserves the gist of a local weather record update with emphasis on year-to-date rainfall.
The death occurred in Rome Mourrinnett of Maria Grady at the age of 0 or 1? The funeral was held Monday at Kagiandot Tharwa Houd cemetery with burial morning. Brothers George Gioone and Blewden Moors attended.
The Canberra Times notes a general election in Canada set for October amid economic unease. Liberals under MacKenzie King face a possible defeat, pitting them against Conservatives with various minor parties included. The piece compares Canada to Australia and US recovery, emphasizing party dynamics and political commentary.
H Peterson earned a meritorious victory in the mile handicap at the Lee Amateur Athletic Club meet weekend. He trailed early then surged to the lead with a quarter mile remaining and won by two or three yards over J Gladwin. O'Brien and Landers scored in the event. Bourne trophy standings list Pelsron O'Brien Knott and Gladwin among top scorers.
In thick fog off Liverpool, the Laurentic with 690 passengers collided bow to bow with the Nepler Star 30 miles from the port. Both ships survived the crash with many injured or dead. repairs and rescue operations followed as authorities assisted families and collected funds for the affected passengers.
The article analyzes pension schemes across major countries, highlighting five key factors: eligibility age, qualifying residence, maximum pension, income limits, and per capita cost. It argues Britain leads in generosity and describes wartime pensions for ex‑service members, widows, and dependents, noting substantial public spending and ongoing commitments.
The piece weighs effects of changing the qualifying age for pensions from 65 for men and 60 for women, examining individual and government perspectives. It considers how raising the age to 85 for women and 70 for men would affect eligibility, costs, and tax burdens, noting uncertainty and the need for data-driven policy insights.
Thieves broke into amateur radio station 2X9 operated by Kj Delmer at Anhfield during the weekend and stole a quantity of valuables. Female Deltinr and two friends were in the next room at the time of the break in.
An unclear notice warns electors to update enrollment before a September deadline. It urges those already registered who have changed addresses to submit new enrollment details to keep the roll up to date for the forthcoming civic event.
In Sydney on Monday Queenslander Ros Richards dominates American Tommy Ming with precise punching and steady defense. Richards outpoints Ming 11 to 8 in a brisk, tactical 15 round match, while King, though outmatched, fights gamely and shows resilience.
Canberra advisory council backed a resolution to appoint Tunt as price fixing commissioner for the Federal Capital Territory. The council, noting Canberra’s higher rents and living costs, urged an inquiry into commodity pricing with public evidence and possibly government action. Local figures showed Canberra prices lagging or edging above Goulburn and Queanbeyan.
A motion by M Shakespeare moved to form a committee under the Advisory Council to develop the original plan of Cam berra. The panel would recommend development of architectural plans for new federal buildings opposite Sydney Bulag City and review variations before submission for approval. The motion passed unanimously and echoes April recommendations.
At Queanbeyan Court yesterday R Kershy J Marx Ja P Ryaney Toby Bi and Rennie Quaken pleaded not guilty to a charge of sealing a dam Valied Otfi7 with the property of an unknown owner. After evidence, defendant entered a substitution and a punishment of 12 months with 14 days hard labour. Libby denied involvement stating there was no food in camp and she was hungry. Constable Roy Sigmont corroborated leading up to arrest of ten defendants.
The Tage Sup competition at Queanbeyan range on Buinlay saw prizes awarded to M. Storey Harman and others after a changed wad misfired, resulting in a mixed outcome. Mr. J Bamond donated funds for the event among members.
A July food price report shows small increases in most states with Western Australia and the Northern Territory noting some changes. Meat and dairy prices varied by region while vegetables and canned goods mostly held steady.
Fragmentary OCR notes mention spring activities and local venues including Korun Theo and View Royal. The text is incomplete but indicates events and names in the metropolitan area without clear dates or outcomes.
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