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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Aug 22, 1936
Page
2
A brief meteorological item reports ongoing weather observations at coastal stations. It notes wind directions, precipitation estimates, and barometric readings collected by local agencies during the storm monitoring period.
Canberra forecast remains generally fine but unsettled later with snow on the hands. Cold night with morning mists, milder day to follow, and cold northwesterly winds.
In this Canberra Times piece from August 2 1935 South Africa’s stance within the British Commonwealth is examined. It notes strong public sentiment for liberal constitutional relations, close cooperation with Britain, and a firm preference to defend imperial plans, including a resolute attitude in Abyssinian affairs and a cautious approach at Geneva on sanctions.
Church schedules show Trinity XL St John’s services on August 2 with Holy Communion at 7.40 am and 10 am for Paul’s Kingeton Baptisms at 9 am. Evensong at 1 pm and 7.30 pm. St Christopher’s Morant and St Patrick’s Braddon list 8 am and 4 am services, Confessions Saturday 4.40–8 pm and 7.30–8.20 pm. Baptist Church advertises 11 pm sermon on The Divine Optimism and Sunday School at 7:15 pm with Junior Meetings at 1:90 pm. Congregational, Presbyterian and Methodist services and meetings noted across Causeway, Ainslie, Kingston and Westridge with multiple remarks. All are invited.
Queen Salote of Tonga and Prince Consort Prince Puxst visit Canberra at the invitation of the government. They are hosted by Treasurer Casey and civic officials with private luncheons and dinners, a city tour, and a Methodist Church afternoon event. The queen, recovering from illness, admires Canberra’s trees as Prince Tugela asks about local administration.
The week includes a Church of England lecture night at Albert Hall with a family show, and a series of services at St John’s Church. Bishop Graham Brown arrives in Canberra for a visit as a crime report notes the suicide of Thomas Hayes after killing his wife during domestic quarrels.
The funeral of John Braddon Cahill youngest son of Mr and Mrs J. Cahill of Braddon Canberra was held yesterday afternoon at Canberra Public Cemetery then to St Patrick's Church. Rev Father Dunleavy and other clergy conducted services with a large guard of honour from Canberra Community Memorial Board hospital staff and local institutions. Pallbearers and many mourners including doctors and families from Canberra attended the ceremony.
A detailed preview notes the National Military Band led by conductor Yorke touring under Major Ad and featuring a robust lineup. It highlights careers of key members including Yorke's service in WWI battles, His Royal Military Band tenure, and extensive postwar tours through India and Europe.
A Monday night address by Mr Moir before the Society of Art and Literature explored modern architecture. The talk praised glass and steel use, minimal ornament, and economical space, noting the conflict between theory and practice. Recommended readings include Bruno Taut and Walter Gropius works and a list of related volumes on modern architecture.
Fragments of a milk inquiry report a Borough of Giding evidence about milk supplied to households. Alfred Roll testified that milk sometimes foam and curdled in the strainer. Cattle dealer Chane Macintoni said cows reacting to tubercular tests were moved to dairy yards. Evidence touched on tests, handling, and dairy sales with disputed conclusions and a later adjournment.
A joint Australian New Zealand science association meeting in February will discuss vital industrial topics. Sir David Rivall oversees Belonging and Industrial Research and will join the Australian delegation with nine conferences planned. G A Currie may attend to represent anxious needs research. dairy transport and fermentation will be reviewed. The Commonwealth aims to ensure broad representation and strengthen empire wide scientific cooperation.
Fragmentary English sports note discusses real warfare talk and a debate about a trade or match. Mentions D. street, a jinn sod, and a priestlike judge. notes about moderation and howling noises, with a policeman present. References to staying in England.
The promoter at both services to sorrow will to the Reg. f. A. Hoad. The morning sermon titled The Divine Optimism and the evening discourse Religion From Within will guide worship, with the choir singing Gusher Us In during the evening service.
A leading congregationist from Moin ar Rev. A. C Turner will conduct services in Central Worreat and Reid churches tomorrow. He will preach at Central at 11 am and at Reid at 7 30 pm. Rev. Rd. Arthur will speak at Rekd 17 and Cantract 7 10, with added devotional worship at Westridge st BAD.
The jury in the Cause Court returned verdict for £100 damages in favor of Mary Gully of Arn Hitt at St George District Hospital. Readings indicate burn caused by hot water incident blamed on Bettie Vi. Jurors answered affirmatively on key questions.
A water service for a Radon district section was disrupted when a mortar line pipe was pierced during drilling on Mort Street yesterday afternoon. City water department crews are repairing the damaged line and restoring service. Local residents may experience reduced pressure until repairs complete.
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