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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Aug 24, 1928
Page
4
Aberdeen and Commonwealth Line of Steamers announces routes to London and various ports. It lists fares including return options to ports such as E46 and £65 with agents at 17 O'Connor Street, Rymney, and phone numbers W8il-4 and W7286-7.
A dense OCR sample lists multiple solicitors and services in Queanbeyan and Canberra including Deane, Tucker, Woodward, and Ryan. It mentions trust funds to lend, dental services by Harvie, and various addresses and phone references, with scattered names and locations across Monaro and Northbourne avenues.
Publishing notice for The Canberra Times lists pre paid subscriptions and delivery details within the Commonwealth. It names Canberra Queanbeyan Molonglo and other places, publishers Gordon & Gotch, with instructions to contact the circulation manager for Canberra Ames early morning delivery.
Fragmentary weather note lists measurements and terms. Mentions august dates and a coastal area forecast with temperature hints and wind directions. Contains unreadable lines but hints at a routine daily forecast for a specific locality.
In Queanbeyan the document lists periodic rainfall and temperature data for the current year. It cites monthly totals for March April May with approximate figures and notes on average rainfall and temperatures, reflecting a weather record segment from a historical newspaper.
The Rhineland withdrawal is a complex issue not simply tied to a Franco German pact. Nations beyond France and Germany demand a say, citing security under the Versailles framework and Locarno pledges, urging Poland and others to respect arbitration and steer Europe toward broader peace.
General forecast notes a mix of winds from northerly to westerly with variable speed. Readers are told to expect changing conditions, with occasional strong gusts and periods of wind from the north and west. The report mentions coastal areas, inland shifts, and potential rain with wind veering directions over 36 hours.
A fragmented notice discusses the Liquor Poll Ordinance of 1988 and the upcoming poll date in the Territory for the seat of Government. It mentions an auction related to the ordinance and a signature line with a person named Arthur, with unclear details due to damaged text.
City bus service expands with four routes following recent network changes. Officials tout improved coverage including Kingston, Westlake, Corrobornn, and Anglia corridors as part of a broader transport modernization plan.
A fragmented report describes Dr Page’s Queensland tour aboard an aeroplane. It mentions medical work and officials, with references to Northern Warry military aspects and interactions with approximated names. The text is garbled and partially unreadable.
Regional forecast notes variable winds and possible showers across central and southern Tablelands and Gippsland. Westerly to north easterly winds press across western and northern areas with cloud cover and scattered rain bands, heavy in places, and clearing spells in southern regions.
An unclear report describes a state governor taking a brief trip with mentions of NSW officials and a potential meeting. The fragmented text notes a possible discussion on a Four and a ult, plus vague references to Napasiest and Wand. No concrete dates, places, or outcomes are clear from the readable portions.
Fragmented report from Auckland describes a farmer who died by his own action. The brief text mentions timing, nearby witnesses, and the discovery of the body, with unclear local details and names obscured by garbled OCR. The piece notes neighbors or associates heard sounds shortly before the event.
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The cabinet concentrates on the budget with the finance head delivering a key statement. Officials provide information to ministers as culture of delay fades and the prime minister plans to outline November actions after recent party meetings.
Fragmentary OCR text mentions a Dr Barle and Mr Verey A Gourguu Chior Cheek from Melbourne and a Department of Works and Highways context. Mentions an appointment or promotion related to the abolition of Assistance Heorrtuey and a Mr He C. Brown who won recently, with unclear department references.
A chaotic report from Sydney Thurwilay covers a training farm event in Meheaville. Names such as Kath Hovinbwrallon Lenyiens and John Buckley appear amid unclear details about activities, conditions, and alleged activities, with references to aviary and veterinary concerns.
G F Percival pursues tailon activity amid ANTH and Dudley Viutidinayape Haire. Monuro Mireet and Queanbeyan PROFESCIONAL noted in terse briefing.
The commission held a meeting in Mexia on a Sunday under the administration of 1926 convention provisions. The session addressed tenure reforms and revolved around actions taken between November and May, outlining regulatory steps and governance considerations.
Fragments of a 19th century racing report describe spring candidacies and a horse race at Handwick with Dolomite and other horses. Entries include Minha Perception Payion and Kilbryun. multiple distances noted, including four furlongs and sixteenths. The text mentions horses, drivers, and outcomes with scattered results and times.
The fragment reports a solicitor in Wellington winning the Leon King wine on August 1. The stake or prize appears as £1,000 in value. Details are unclear due to OCR corruption but indicate a prize linked to a solicitor named in Wellington.
Fragmentary OCR notes describe a quorum issue at Goulburn Council. The garbled text references a divided council, a missing two-faction balance, and implications for town governance and delay of decisions. No clear dates or named officials are preserved.
An electrician named Healnald BMerurr aged ug faces a work incident report after a mis step near Welbaaterty. The file notes a fault in a circuit and a plan to repair. Local authorities or a supervising engineer urged careful handling and safety compliance.
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