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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Aug 26, 1935
Page
2
Publishing notice for subscription rates and delivery details in the Federal Capital. Includes pricing within the Commonwealth and advance payment options. Mentions agencies and hotels as distribution points and references customer addresses.
Weather forecast for Queanbeyan and district shows unsettled conditions in the northwest with north west winds and showers developing later. Strong squally winds expected in parts, with cooler and milder periods, and broader unsettled activity across western districts. Eastward ease in winds and cloud, with possible thunderstorms and variable conditions in nearby towns.
Eight four players contested a snnken handicap compneted by the Royal Canberra Golf Club last Satur¢ day in perfect weather. Excellent parts were returned with several players close to the 82 net mark. Club officials face a large meeting to decide elections for the coming season, with president secretary and treasurer returned unopposed but other officers in keen contest. Senior vice presidents and committee members face re election or new nominations as the annual championships loom.
Weather records from Canberra and surrounding Queanbeyan Valley show rainfall figures for the current year to date. The report notes January data and outlines rainfall totals, with comparisons to prior periods and notes on rainfall pattern in the region.
An exhibition presents Ingiet Tery pieces spanning 1590 to 1988 with references to notable makers and periods. The display highlights craftsmanship, historic objects, and the evolution of English weaponry, noting rare techniques and influential artists across centuries.
Fragments indicate a discussion about a manager in Wyotin and Canberra under a common goal related to Meltaurie. It mentions hopes for a future natural connection to Feelaeh and a person named Lara. Details are fragmentary and unclear.
Forecast notes show improving conditions with distant clouds and increasing showers and thunder. Winds shift from northeast to northwest, becoming fresh then easing, with overall cooler and drier trends expected later in the day.
A Canberra Times excerpt surveys Soviet decrees on juvenile crime and the indoctrination of youth. It cites Dr. W. H. Chamberlain and notes education expansion, anti religious sentiment, and loyalty to the state. It contrasts high school growth with harsh conditions and rising divorce and railway accidents in Russia.
The Brat monthly show and lecture by the Horticultural Society of Manberra will open to the public at Albert Hall ante-room on December 8. A revised program includes talks on plant diseases, with Mr E Mackinnon to lecture in September, and an address by President Mr A E Bruce.
The Despatch reports tests by Professor Be... on a new influenza preventive. An expert on fevers describes a neutral blood element that stimulates the body's defenses. The claim centers on a nutrient-like serum said to boost immunity.
Australia leads in the tennis test series in Johannesburg as Crawford and Quist win three matches today. Quist defeated Kirby while Crawford and Quint beat Ferguson, Ron, and Musgrave in other rubber results with scores showing a clear Australian advantage.
The secretary Mr J X Rehmalast announces about 400 members plan to participate. Entries are evenly distributed across three divisions. In the A Aviator event Jim Bull will defend his title, won last year from club captain Mr J J Wile Vinton.
In Kingston on Friday night a Canberra resident walked the block in a bright dressing gown to win a store wager. Crowds cheered as he completed the loop and headed home with the gown and parcel, revealing the joke.
Fragmentary report notes a widespread response to influenza with serum inoculations to soldiers. The War Office claims influenza cases have diminished by 80 percent as large London businesses commit to provide medical serum to employees.
The folded report details preliminary rounds of the FR.GT. Penneat Tennis Grade competition with many matches across A and B divisions. Players from Hebd v. Westangerts to Ginninderra and Braddon contests advance to quarter finals, amid close scores and several walkovers shaping the coming weekend finals.
A sermon by Rev Turnbull at Agarewa Presbyterian Church frames Australia as God’s land. He urges citizens to shoulder responsibility beyond political leaders, linking spiritual life to national health and urging support for missionary work and rural settlement. He cites Prime Minister Branley Baldwin and Maclean Watt, calling for unity in fostering religious life and citizenry across outlying regions.
The Ida of the Farrow American tournament closed in clear skies with several standout matches. Notable results include Gav and Mine Shumack defeating Withwry and Miny Printer tier, while Edwarda and Kawarda downed Weaver and Olftols. Final rounds featured Morrin and Miy Teammay overcoming Condron and Mrx, with other pairs securing victories in a lively, competitive field.
In a late report from Austen tat Hugh Vermin MacLeod Pret Gent of Portland Vic Varia MacLeod claims to be chief of Wet femeaux and heir following the death of Sir Reginald Mae ade. The matter concerns the succession and leadership within the Mackaed wmsuiation and invites discussion of the elite.
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