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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Aug 27, 1934
Page
2
Local newsagent listing for Horsal Capital Prese of Auwtraki Ltd at Mort Street Canberra announces contact details and Canberra phone number 754 as part of a small city notice in the newspaper.
The provided fragment references the Commonwealth Electoral Act and signatures for reports on Commonwealth elections. It mentions Mort Street Canberra and a signature in absence of another, implying a formal notice or legal wording about authentication of election materials and signatures. The exact date and complete context are unclear.
Canberra weather summary reports barometer 24.40 inches at 5.30 am with temperatures 44.0 to 41.2 degrees C. Maximum 33.4, minimum 30.0 for the 24 hours ending 6.30 am. Next day shows max 25.0 and min 6.8 degrees with rainfall figures noted for the period.
Unclear OCR fragment references Balvard and Broan competing in the 28m Pochutin Memorial. The note mentions reinforced positions and aims at locking curbs and chips, but lacks coherent details on event, date, or outcome. Further readable text needed for a precise summary.
Canberra forecast predicts mostly cloudy and mild conditions with scattered showers and some thunder, as fresh to strong north to northeast winds develop.
The Ganberra Times reports a global movement led by the Legion of Decency and supported by major churches to boycott indecent cinema. It notes three levels of indecency in Hollywood films, calls for audience refusals, and urges Australian production to depict local life while seeking harmonized Commonwealth and State censorship as Australia builds its film industry.
After a two day trial the Awediah Navy lieutenant was confined to bar racks for ten days for misconduct on duty. The commanding officer had ordered all ranks to keep reported incidents secret while work continued. The court rejected a defense that the act could not be cured by treatment.
War historian Sir Percival Philips surveys Japan's broad mobilization of exports to support wartime needs. He highlights a range of goods including silk kimonos, leather items, clocks, and fashion accessories as part of Japan's trade push during the conflict.
The sermon by Rev. C. E. Turnbull at Braddon Presbyterian Church argues that a new world requires prayer planning and work. He warns against seeking utopia through outward change alone, citing historical attempts from Cyrus to Plato to modern reformers, and stresses that God's Kingdom is not purely political reform but a spiritual reign guided by God.
Moss, T, Cohen and BH Maxwell exit from Government Hota in a surprise move. Officials confirm personnel changes affecting key departments and oversight. Remaining leadership pledges smooth transition amid a shifting political landscape.
London reporting on German politics notes workers turning to communism and renewed activity by Social Democrats and former trade union leaders. It cites 1,240,000 to 2,090,000 families awaiting opportunities to oppose Hitlerism, Catholic opposition over church actions, peasantry concerns over mortgage relief, and a shift toward Communism among extremists amid debates over German unity and the stance of Hillerite leaders.
The Nast Secret Police ordered Dorothy Thompson to leave Germany within 24 hours for her anti-German publications. The American Consul was informed that Thompson's Hitler interview before he became Chancellor fueled her suppression.
In New York on Saturday William Tilden ranks world leading players with Perry placed fifth and Austin second. The list includes Von Crumm, Crawford, Wood, Shiels, Me, Frath, Boulwas, Menzel and Stoefen. Merlin France and Stefan are noted as alternates for No 10.
Lott and Stocfen defended the United States doubles championship in Philadelphia on Saturday, defeating Allen and van Ryn 6 4, 8 7 for the title in a tight final two-set victory.
The text argues spiritual change starts personally before outward reform. It cites Jesus and Krishna Murti, warning that plans for a better world fail without inner repentance and seeking the kingdom of God first. It critiques material aims like money and improved conditions as insufficient without inner freedom.
Intermittent showers disrupted play in A and Special No 1 divisions on Saturday. Northbourne upset Barton while Wateman led a MoM performance. results show mixed outcomes across Westlake, Northbourne, and Reed rubbers with rain causing unfinished matches and schedule updates on upcoming rounds.
A damaged excerpt reports on German authorities and a correspondent describing camp brutalities, torture and executions. It cites statements about concentration camps, political prisoners, and reactions from German officials and the prime minister regarding policy and reform efforts. The text mentions the Storm Guard and a royal administration.
A garbled account recalls Limehouse and Katherine's Dock in the East End. It describes opium trade memories, sailors, and a historic ritual at Rigesi's Chi, with references to garish gatherings and large quantities of beverages in a period tone.
The popular English comedian Tom Walls appears at the Capitol tonight with a comedy program including Bac ceas at any price and a Beery Viva Villa feature. Casts list Genevieve Tobin Colleen Moon Frank Morgan Edward Horton and others, plus Popeye the Sailor. A charity show for the Canberra Mothercraft Society airs Monday night with Where Red and The Dover Clue Brook and Diane Wynyard.
Reported at 4 pm today in Port Bepat, the Anal of the Treld hosts an Amat event featuring Bre and Jane 204. Defamation case involves Roberta and Mle Pleld.
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