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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Aug 22, 1935
Page
2
Canberra and Queanbeyan residents may order The Can or Times delivered daily to any portion of Canbarre. To place an order, provide your name and address. Communicate via the official Can area Times office.
The year’s rainfall records for Canberra and Queanbeyan are presented, detailing monthly totals and comparative figures. Queanbeyan’s data accompanies Canberra’s record as part of a regional weather summary, highlighting precipitation patterns and notable trends for the period.
A scrambled OCR style note references the Mines paper and mentions image, Teal, Lascnes, Priecverupunt, Tonks, and EVA with unclear roles. The words appear fragmented without verifiable events or entities.
Fragmentary text shows a debate on free trade within the empire with references to agreements and regional responses. Mentions of officials Butler and others, and contrasting stances from southern and other regions. Details are garbled but point to a political clash over trade policy and treaty terms.
Construction plans foreshadow in the Braddon industrial area with a Civic Theatre start and a large motor garage to adjoin Canberra Bakeries Ltd. The garage will house repair and banding for motor cars with modern equipment and new architectural features designed by K. Oliphant. J. W. Perry to erect the building. An extension of activities through additional premises may follow.
In New Brunswick a raging forest fire destroyed Charnesey settlement of 35 houses and razed Belle Dune’s nine buildings. As 2,000 volunteers battle 80 blazes across the province, 18 people are reported missing and 10 to 12 men trapped in a Charnesey fury house are unaccounted. Office workers and clerks leave jobs to join the volunteer army.
The United States Congress has recently passed legislation to bar suits against the Government for damages from the devaluation of the dollar. The article argues the issue is not repudiation but social justice in gold clause performance, tracing gold standard collapse, its effects on debtors and creditors, and the fairness of suspending or varying gold clauses to align obligations with new conditions.
A Victorian health inquiry awaits a reply from Dr. Robertson chairing the Health Commission. The Director General of Health will then discuss several aspects with the Minister for Health and a complete scheme is planned for submission to all States.
The Governor General and Lady Tsagea support a Canberra charity performance of As You Like It at Government House. Proceeds will be shared by three private schools. Dr L W Nott oversees the event with a joint committee from Grammar Schools and St Christopher's Convent.
Police retain a youth after an alleged attempt to wreck a train near Wallensleen. A fettler recovered timber removed from the rails and several trains paused as investigators studied the damage but the missing timber appeared insufficient to cause a derailment.
Within two years of the appeal start Roman Catholics of Australia have subscribed 2157 of the 40,000 required to build the Cerretti Memorial Chapel at St Patrick's College. Archbishops Kelly says the opening, hoped free of debt, will be a notable centenary event commemorating Australia’s first Roman Catholic bishop.
England and South Africa played to a drawn fifth day as South Africa clinched the rubber after a tense day. Viljoen and Vilkes steadied the chase, while England’s bowlers, led by Read and Bowes, fought to put pressure on the visitors.
The Monaro District racing clubs held a conference in Canberra submitting a tentative calendar for 1945 46 with a Canberra combined Meeting at Acton and races across Bungendore Adaminaby Tuggranong and Goulburn. Delegates discussed public support railway and bookmaker issues plus proposed legislation to ease interstate betting and renew the radial system.
A disjointed report cites South African selection strife as critics fault England's team choices. Quotations from Mr P R J dine and Wyatt Lonigwe reflect dissatisfaction with tactics and player readiness. Reports imply a contentious build up to a midweek match during 1084.
Fragmented report notes a Wednesday discussion in federal circles about delaying the premier of Tasmania Mr Opti via and stalling government business. Senators Brennan and others discuss feasibility and possible bleak votes, with key figures Wang and Wartons Australia mentioned amid policy adjustments.
An unclear report describes Tremmurer denying rumours about Byrnney Jemourday and a potential retirement from Federal police. The piece mentions a London commissioner and various names with no clear foundation.
A four-motor aerial craft from Huemne Aircraft Corporation established a new distance record by flying from Seattle to Ohio in under four hours. The flight covered 2190 miles at an average speed around 2822 miles per hour, setting a landmark in long‑distance multi-engine aviation.
The Burrowa Rugby League protests against the Queanbeyan second day match, alleging irregularities and calling for review. Canberra League officials say they have no say in the dispute, while Burrowa seeks a formal reckoning and potential impact on the Musiy Cup.
The 5 Audionary Committee met after the Canberra Queanbeyan Muray Cup match on July 2% regarding an incident involving Canberra player Riley. The referee J Murphy warned Riley with a severe caution and stated a heavier penalty if further delays occur. The committee attributed the delay to the referee and sent the delay report to the Group.
A tunnel collapse near Brandenburg Way traps a tram and endangers passengers. Workers and police respond quickly as rescue teams stabilize the scene and evacuate the vehicle. No final casualty count given, but 14 feared lost until further reports.
In a Sydney divorce court on Wednesday, George William Westerwaller seeks a divorce from Flianbeth Weaterwaller on alleged misconduct with Calvin Walsh. Mrs Weaterwaller denied the allegations and asserted she shot Walsh in what she called an accidental act during an alleged assault. She claimed Walsh attacked her first and that she had always treated him and her brother with restraint.
A sling containing two iron pieces collapsed at the Mexandria foundry today. Pitch and Nox 43 of Potts Point were pinned, one leg nearly severed. Nigem bore the pain calmly as colleagues worked to free them. condition is critical.
A disturbance erupted during a council meeting as individuals in the gallery clashed, one participant injured requiring surgical treatment while another apologized and remained seated. The altercation prompted intervention by officials and extended the session.
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