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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Dec 01, 1933
Page
4
Monthly rainfall and temperature figures for Canberra are recorded with wind speeds and daily highs. The notes list rainfall totals for the current year, with November figures and past months, showing variability and totals across periods.
A Canberra Times op-ed argues that science underpins primary industries and national wealth. It urges better funding for research, proposes earmarked revenue from duties, and warns that Australia risks stagnation if science is starved.
Weather warnings describe heavy rains causing floods across Lexton. Residents endure rising waters with reports of impeded travel and overwhelmed roads as authorities assess damage and safety concerns.
Private capital calls ignore governments as Australia faces a growing menace. The piece warns that public funds have failed to curb the threat and urges decisive action from authorities.
A private motion on Air Defence became a definite government commitment. The speaker urged MPs to back the amendment over a government backed resolution. The amendment passed 151 to 61 and the substantive motion 131 to.
The article reports a heated debate in London over universal air disarmament. Key figures and nations argue the risks and costs, with Britain wary of losing strategic deterrence while seeking global balance. Diplomatic voices warn of long-term security costs and possible arms race consequences.
Parliament will recess in December and resume with heavier sitting hours. The House will convene next Monday at 2 30 pm and every morning from Tuesday at 10 30, extending sessions until afternoon or evening as needed.
The government faced questions on the Northern Territory after a plan to resettle the region. Parliament weighed whether to approve terms for a new enterprise and population, with fears of potential risks if the plan failed. Public funds were cited as spent on development, while leaders argued for or against a formal agreement.
A garbled report describes government development roles and scientific budgets. It mentions the Minister for Industry, industrial research spending, and international figures for butter, pine, and Australian industry, with scattered monetary figures and credits.
The session sizzled as the Speaker struggled to control order while MPs sparred over amendments to the currency act. Key figures including Mr Latham and Mr White pressed for changes, with ministerial remarks and procedural clashes fueling a tense, prolonged debate.
The article notes advances in fruit crop development at the Maren research station leading to higher yields. It mentions a notable experiment producing substantial gains, with activists and officials praising the improved quality and potential economic impact for growers.
A partial note describes events yesterday afternoon at Hause involving Ministerry figures and the Opwontion. Names appear garbled but reference to Mio Jivenn and Mr Kuo suggest a political or official gathering with attendees and discussion.
A fatal incident is reported involving Canadian commander Arthur Carre of the Canadien unit. Details are sparse with limited readable text from the source.
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