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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Aug 23, 1933
Page
2
The notice advertises daily delivery of The Canberra Times across Canberra and surrounding areas. It lists subscription options, agents in Canberra and Queanbeyan, and contact details for updating addresses and payments. The piece emphasizes wide distribution before other services and urges residents to arrange subscriptions through listed contacts.
Fragmentary weather notes report rainfall totals and temperatures for Queanbeyan and surrounding region. It lists max and min temperatures, daily rainfall, and monthly totals with unclear dates and garbled text from the source.
The text records A. T. Madden, a Melbourne patent attorney, traveling to Canberra with an unnamed companion. It mentions another visitor connected to C. Matton of Grifithe, Hassall and firming, patent attorneys, also from Melbourne, in Canberra.
A garbled notice reports a farewell event at the Almert Pall with attendees and speakers tied to a distant city. Names and details are unclear but the piece implies a ceremonial departure and public interest in the proceedings.
The Soing Observatory at Mt Stromin lists August 983 as a publication date with UHL rise GA and several celestial notes. It mentions a 14 dollar game, Jupiter at 1.53 meters, and a warm forecast by 4.03 pan, with references to major tonal observations and planetary positions.
The forecast calls for colder and cloudy skies, with showers on the tablelands and snow on the Alps. Winds shift from strong north west to west to cold squally southerlies, with showers extending to the coast.
The text argues that many nations push for armaments amid disarmament calls, risking a renewed arms race and war. It praises Britain and Australia for pursuing cautious defence reductions, noting savings and avoidance of unnecessary expenditure while urging careful balance to prevent empowering rivals.
A fragmented report notes an American magazine article on Canberra by Mr. Malcolm 4 Water. It outlines Canberra’s growth, administration, and origin up to its early years with photographs by L. Dwyer Mantike and references to the Australian Institute and Entomological and Pact industries.
The Prime Minister Mr. 4 A Lynn will arrive in Can Arran Monday to attend the ANIL WOR HWP OF LhAUR ration Veterinary Asmorviation. More than fifty Aoleuntas from the 2a 'ownwealth are expected to attend the function at the citierat ion. The event occurs during a period of local tension and follows a plan to address issues of animal welfare and import regulations. Printed by B. Shakeapoars for the Federal Capital reas of Australia Ltd at the Fellimerod office in Almaile Centers.
NSW Parliament opens with Governor Sir Lilly Gaines addressing the assembled members. He outlines aims including constitutional reform, calls for reduced taxation, and a government program promoting economic and social policy while stressing the need for timely legislative action.
Atyn Amana address outlines government plans for rehabilitation and unemployment relief. The speaker notes reductions in unemployment and calls for a balanced approach to avoid harming state development and individual livelihoods.
Tiny Tots staged a bright display of pantomime "Babes in the Wood" at Capitol Theatre with strong performances by Minn Sutton-Murray and an ensemble of young actors. The production featured notable scenery, clever routines, and lively musical numbers that delighted audiences.
Fragmentary OCR note shows a request for bread price information by a public service body. Mentions Fannin and a sketched inquiry into pricing, with unclear context and missing details.
Police report a man died after allegedly choking during a duck parade event. The coroner noted the death appeared connected to an alcohol fueled altercation. A preliminary inquiry was held with the coroner and local officials to determine the cause and any attributed fault.
A Perth Canberra based farewell message details Sylvia Thornto Thornthwaite’s five and a half year tenure. Friends and colleagues host a leaving party in Melbourne before she departs for Dublin. Attendees include Mr and Mrs Daley and Moira HacKain as well as local society figures. The event includes thanks to hosts and a toast to future journeys.
The assembly debated the governor’s assent to a writ for a new parliamentary election. The address was moved by Mr. Playfair and supported by Mr. H. Trut, with discussion on town mobs and the timing of the next election for the Legislative Assembly Connect. The adjourned debate set to resume tomorrow.
An elderly attendee recounts a Ridge Evening City Bowling Club event at Mionda where over 50 members gathered. Winners were Mrs savage and Mr T Tor. Proceeds support future games and improvements planned for the winter term.
Report from Sydney notes 100 athletic hopefuls for NSW training schemes and police recruitment. Government plans, city officials, and police leadership discuss the programme while officials anticipate a busy session and ongoing civil protection measures.
Police report two men and a third wounded in a forced entry at a residence. Victim believed critical with bullet wounds to shoulder and neck. The assailants, Finney and Donald, were previously known to police and had recently been released on bail.
Fragmentary article notes a dispute involving arbitration bodies and workers' compensation. Mentions maritime safety bodies and the authority of a commission, with references to a transportation bill and musical references. Details are garbled and names unclear.
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