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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Aug 24, 1929
Page
4
Weather report for Canberra on Friday August 28 records barometer and temperature readings at 9 am and later. Rainfall totals for the year to date show monthly figures with a final total of 1 068 points and a 1928 period total of 11 408 points.
Temperature readings for August 23 show a max of 66 and a min of 41 with 8 am data noted. The fragment indicates Queanbeyan meteorological records for the period ending that date.
The record lists monthly rainfall totals for Queanbeyan and Auburn in the cure rent year to date with entries from February to August. The combined total shown at the end is 1208 units of rainfall.
Noon yesterday forecast shows showers in southern and eastern districts with cold westerly to southerly winds. Canberras area described as old and cloudy with a tendency to showers but improving as winds shift west to south.
Tasmania shows cool cloudy and showery conditions with highland snow and squally south winds. Ocean waters feature fresh to strong west to south winds, rough seas near the east coast, and smoother conditions elsewhere. South Australia remains fine inland but expects showers on coastal districts, while Queensland reports scattered showers on the southeast corner with frosty downs and varied southerly winds.
The bulletin notes Victoria with mostly cloudy to overcast skies, north west clearing, light rain elsewhere, and snow in western districts. New South Wales reports cloudier central and southern tablelands with showers, snow on extreme south, and variable winds. Tasmania features heavy rain in the west and strong southerlies. Queensland largely clear with coastal clouding and isolated showers. South Australia describes clear to partly cloudy northern districts, with central and southern squally winds and scattered rain.
Cold and cloudy with some showers and snow on high lands. Fresh west to southwest winds.
A long list of rainfall readings across Victoria and New South Wales towns is given, naming numerous locations such as Melbourne, Geelong, Ballarat, Bendigo, Portland, Warrnambool, and Albury among others with varying millimetre amounts. The figures reflect ongoing weather data from multiple sites including outlying rural settlements.
The Prime Minister announced Parliament would not adjourn for a fort night for Western Australia centenary celebrations. A nine member delegation of all parties and both Houses, possibly with two Ministers, would travel to Western Australia from Canberra on September 27 arriving October 2 and returning eight days later.
The article contrasts old fashion housework with modern spring routines. Men return to gardening while women shift from intense cleaning to leisure in the garden, aided by labour-saving devices like the vacuum cleaner. The piece questions traditional roles and notes new balance between home duties and outdoor work.
The U S trade delegation reviews postwar relations with the Soviet Government. Most delegates favor restoring trade while cautious about political ties and time needed for formal resumption. They report issuing orders valued at about £5,000 but reject long credit terms.
A meeting of the Federal Executive Council was held yesterday morning at Government House Colberra. VICE-RAGAL the Governor-General attended as part of the session.
A Canberra group called the Ciatherra Warhoe or similar club visited Tonli for a car ride and luncheon with over 50 members attending. They then traveled to the City Tartigiedya for an afternoon tour and ended the day with a performance at the Lyceum Theatre featuring Mr. Bluart Doyle.
The Canberra squad for Sunday lists Kuly Lowewe as captain and names J Chant A Still J Eire and others in a forward line with J Moorrington. Substitutes include Jacy Beaton Waterman We Diennett and 11 Khaw.
A historical notice reports a slight influenza outbreak in Canberra detailing multiple strains, spread indicators, and public health cautions. It discusses pneumonia comorbidity, sewerage links, symptoms, and the limited effectiveness of advertised remedies while urging preventative measures and isolation to curb transmission.
The text stresses well ventilated rooms and air flow as preventive measures against infection. It warns against overrating their importance, notes disinfectants like chlorides and Lysol, and advises proper handling of handkerchiefs, washing of hands, and routine cleaning after exposure to pathogens.
The text records a crowded parliamentary scene with multiple speakers and interruptions. It mentions party lines, debates on arbitration, and references to ministers, the Speaker, and various unnamed political actors in a tense, obstructed session.
A garbled report outlines discussions and motions at a Queanbeyan show committee meeting. It notes a postponed spring show schedule, potential added events, and appointments for further talks with the committee.
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