This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!
This newspaper page contains 13 articles. Subscribers can read the full text of each article.
Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Aug 25, 1936
Page
2
Fragmented weather item with stray numbers and garbled place names. Reading suggests temperatures around 96 degrees and humid conditions, but OCR errors obscure precise location and timing. No clear events or entities beyond generic weather references.
A fragmented OCR note discusses Swann and the Christian tale, linking it to government action and a pledge to extend vital support. The text references deprecation and promises, hinting at evolving policy steps and a broad public impact.
Unsettled conditions persist with further rain and snow likely. South west winds strengthen as a cold front moves across Canberra, bringing gusty showers and cooler temperatures across the region.
Canberra notes Tokyo reluctant to negotiate a trade pact with Australia as Japanese propaganda seeks to scare markets ahead of wool sales. Editors report anti Australian campaigns, warnings of price falls, and Tokyo attempts to influence policy while Australian ministers refrain from provocative actions.
Sydney court remands 37 year old Joseph Hourigan to August 20 at Meters Court on a charge of firing a firearm without lawful excuse in Botany Street Redfern on Saturday.
Colonel E X Wendall delivered the Kendall Oration at the Institute of Anatomy urging a well planned national campaign to eradicate tuberculosis in Australia. He traced veterinary science from ancient times to modern Australia, noted the slow rise of organized veterinary education, and highlighted establishment of state veterinary services and research divisions to improve disease control.
A fierce blaze at the Felt and Textiles Co. of Australia Ltd in Alexandria destroyed the premises early Tuesday. The fire killed one man and trapped four others. Over 100 firefighters battled the blaze for two hours, explosions caused by a boiler were feared, and more than 220 workers were employed at the factory. Losses included £80,000 in damage and valuable machinery valued at over £1,000.
A proclamation places the Australian Antarctic Territory under Australian control, extending a 3.0 million square mile area with a 2000 mile coastline. The move follows prior UK and Norway pacts on whaling and hints at future meteorological stations and mineral prospects in the region.
An advocate argues for expanded veterinary research and services to modernize pasture management and disease prevention, linking tuberculin campaigns to cattle profitability. He stresses collaboration between medical and veterinary fields and ties dairy meat exports to sustained investment in veterinary science and farm policy.
A meeting of the Australian Defence Council in Melbourne discussed boosting the Air Force at Richmond and Laverton and other centres. Efforts will be made to secure civilian aviation cooperation in war time and a report on civil aviation facilities across the Commonwealth was ordered. The council stressed the strategic status of the 4 1/2 inch gauge line from Reid Mill to Port Fairy and the extension of the 4 1/2 inch line from Port Augusta to Port Firse.
In Transvaal May gold production reached about 6,542,600 pounds, with 6,000,000 ounces? No, 6,542,600 value. The May total rose 23,411 ounces from April, aided by higher output though prices fell from 70 to 66 2/3. The Rand region shows rapid development around Witwatersrand, with long-term prospects for expansion toward Potgietersrand Kierkedorp.
At the monthly W.C-T branch meeting attendance was low and members were urged to attend future council meetings before the financial year ends in September. Subscriptions are payable quarterly in advance with arrears. a reduced motor vehicle registration charge was approved, and discussions covered accommodation and building plans. Journalistic activities by Commonwealth public servants were discussed, including limits on unpaid articles and reporting requirements.
Ambrose Palmer plans to begin training in Sydney with intent to fight Iniagontent next Monday night. He aimed to engage in a longer camp and explained his original request for a 12 round bout while the date shifted to September 4.
We want people to find what they are looking for at NewspaperArchive. We are confident that we have the newspapers that will increase the value of your family history or other historical research. With our 7-day free trial, you can view the documents you find for free.
People find the most success using advanced search. Try plugging in keywords, names, dates, and locations, and get matched with results from the entire collection of newspapers at NewspaperArchive!
You can also successfully find newspapers by these browse options. Explore our archives on your own!
Browse by location and discover newspapers from all across the world.
Browse by date and find publications for a specific day or era.
Browse old newspaper publications to find specific newspapers.