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Newspaper

Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Aug 26, 1927

Page

16

Altitud to Aid Ainslie Men’s Club Funding Blocked

The Altitud Commission refused to fund linoleum and furnishings for the Ainslie Men’s Club, citing reliance on voluntary effort. The Social Service Council discussed the matter last month and again Wednesday, noting no comparison with the Hopetoun clubs and urging locals to contribute.

Anstie Fejers Capital Commission Social Service Council Air Maney Hued Thundford Lichier Lady ‘Hopetoun Tul Youngirle Canberra Alnalie Volunfisrs

Westridge Hall Charges Deferred Amid Federal Inquiry

Trivtees of West Ridge Hall decide not to charge Bodlen for use of Woentridge Hall while awaiting guidance from the Federal Capital Commission. A letter asking for charging policies was sent to the commission. meanwhile local residents argue some charges are excessive. Honeysett reports no reply yet and a decision to bill at half rate pending clarification.

Westrides Hall Bodlen Woentridge Hall Clarmen Honeypetty Commission

Wool prospects bright for new season’s wool sales

Winehcambe Cyreon Ltd reports brighter prospects for the upcoming season. Wool trade shows improved consumption in Britain and France, with U.S. orders rising while Australian and South African stocks shrink, signaling firmer prices and steady demand ahead.

Winehcambe, Cyreon Ltd Yorkshire Lea Britain Austria South Africa France Bso Ik United States Aerie Wwe Agua

Melbourne Letter on Labour Government Aims and Police Strike Question

The Melbourne column notes the Victorian Labour Government pushing economy in the public service through consolidations and tighter methods. It discusses police strike reinstatement resistance, potential delays from opposition, and the Premier’s plan to push week measures before the session ends. The piece highlights ministerial caution about readmitting discharged officers and the risk to government stability.

Labour Hogan Att Yonery Dronderguat Atticle Unis

Visitors Show Keen Interest in the Federal Capital Canberra

International visitors express fascination with the Federal Capital and seek full progress updates. American guests praise the planning and view Canberra as a Washington replica, while tour manager J Boyce provides latest information amid questions from travellers. Many plan to inspect Canberra before returning home.

Canberra Washington Victorino Murcwu J. Boyce Owen Allebourne Commonwealth

Moving Train Thieves and Food Import Policy in Australia

An Australian report describes a train robbery where three thieves fled after a gunfight, while NSW and Victoria debate food self sufficiency. The piece notes reliance on imports for tomato pulp and asparagus, compares Melbourne’s fertile gardens to reliance on external supplies, and discusses French style farming and local production potential.

New South Wales United States Asia Italy Victoria Melbourne Lowl Kent Queensland New Zealand

Wheat harvest hopes loom as Victoria eyes bumper yield

Railway Commissioners in Victoria predict a bumper wheat harvest while critics say Australian prosperity hinges on exporting primary products. The piece notes Australia’s wheat output at eight million bushels, far below Canada and the United States, and warns against protectionist, labor and regulatory policies.

Victoria Urautten Ourselvur Cauntind Autrallid Australia Comada United States Argentina India

Flying boats to bolster Commonwealth air power from England

The Commonwealth orders two large airships from England, built by Supermarine at Woolston. The Southampton class craft measure about 60 feet long with 450 hp Napier Lion engines, reach 110 mph, cruise around 86 mph, and carry bombs or reconnaissance gear. They use five crew and are designed for civil, reconnaissance, or bombing roles.

England Airachipe Southampton Supermarine Aviation Woolston Lrniteh Air Ministry Too Ting Great Leitalin Adead Austral Great Carrier Reef Jiwa Commonwealth Supermarine Aviation Works, Ltd

Community Library New Headquarters Proposed for Acton Hole

The Developmental Committee of the Federal Capital Commission discusses relocating library services from Royal Memory Building to a new headquarters at Acton Hours. If space is needed, the current Social Service building would serve the library and a more commodious quarter provided at Acton Hours.

Tibrairs Sorin Berview Ansociation Rok Nhl Royal Meryview Developmental Committee Federal Capial Commission Social Service Acton

Australian natives association meeting details and tenders

An Australian natives association notice outlines a meeting at Actential on Monday with notices about tenders for Commonwealth offices foundations in Canberra and related administrative building projects. It lists contact details, deposit requirements, and tender submission rules, urging eligible cash buyers to respond by set deadlines.

Kk. Oc Alexander Commonwealth Canberra Peel Thomttumes Billy Agusities Adelaide Manherra Tyne Sydney Jones Martin Pines Syd Atthe

Excursion Tickets at Single Fare for Duelle Journey

Excursion tickets at single fare for a due journey will be issued at Mulherm to Sydney and intermediate stations by Wrninlea Canberra. Tickets leave at 8.20 pm with no coupon validity on return unless re-issued, and must be presented within a specified period. Details available from Station Masters and the Secretary of the Bede Wapitel Commission.

Mulherm Sydney Wrninlea Canberra Matic Wood Adorees

Canberra Times Cuts Price In First Year

The Canberra Times reports a price drop to 2d per copy as circulation in its first year justifies further reductions. The move starts September 1 when the paper begins its second year, aiming toward a penny daily edition for Canberra. The paper notes strong reader growth and compares favorably with Sydney and Melbourne rivals.

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Subscription Rates For The Canberra Times

The Canberra Times will remain at 20 shillings per annum in advance. Annual subscribers will receive the third weekly issue at no extra charge if the paper increases to three times weekly during the year. When three times weekly begins, the annual rate will rise slightly, but existing subscribers maintain current terms for the currency of their subscription.

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