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Newspaper

Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Dec 02, 1926

Page

16

Returned Soldiers Form New Branch Movement

A fragmented report notes returned soldiers planning a new state branch led by Ainslie and others. It mentions attracting veterans from several camps and forming a local network tied to Canberra, Astro Whelford, and Mejonglo as part of the effort. The text hints at a benevolent aim but remains unclear on exact actions or dates.

Ciagherra Ainslie Ainslin Amelie Northbowarne Rageell Carberra Hotel Canberra Bob Canberra Times

Prolific Crops Show Varied Yields Across Districts

A scrambled report notes wheat and barley yields and hay output across several fields. It mentions Florence wheat producing a notable amount and other areas yielding two tons per acre in certain plots.

Mixed Melbourne Verses and Memorial Notes From Vic

A batch of brief items from Melbourne area events includes a charity gathering at South Yarra for a private home entertainment raising £1000, remarks by Mr M Jacobs on a humorous stance, and a reunion in Shepparton about the Havell Memorial. Pioneers of the AMeury district gathered to mark the second anniversary of the Havell Memorial with speeches and a gift. The news closes with inquiries about the track laid into the new city of Victoria.

Ats Cofe Chantant Bivel Eeceitiy A. Imuttemhon No Brookes South Yarra Wiel Melbourne Caild- Ths Hoepstad Mini Ruel

Empire Forestry Conference Adopts Reports and Trade Plans

The Empire Conference endorsed committee reports on production and shipping, urged completing a program of actions to support Empire trade, and welcomed facilitation of empire connections to Australia by 1924. The session highlighted taxation, finance, and marketing efforts for empire commodities and materials.

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Fire brigade battles multiple outbreaks in Eastlake week

Fire crews faced several outbreaks during the week as dry conditions and winds raised risk. A backyard blaze at Mr Potley’s in Fustinke was contained after a nearby burning off incident, then a rubbish incinerator fire at Universal Distributing Company was brought under control with minimal damage.

Pubider Ain Canberra Carlos van Bnvwe Baek Baek Yard of Mr. Potley's Resident At Fustinke Pet Eye Universal Distributing Company

Yass District Bush Fire Control Plan Outlined

The Yass district outlines district by district boundaries for the coming bush fire season. Volunteers under Lieutenants Crook and Tremont oversee brigades from Bookham to Yass Canberra, detailing routes and boundaries for districts one through six to prevent fires.

Lateman Wrrtey Gidgee Choradigber Femen Canberra Commence J Crewell Tietween Yass Eichway Chaénee Guindinory Naninwereelk

Molonglo River Low Strains Transport and Gravel Trade

The drought reduces Melony River flow impacting gravel carriage and river wheel transportation. Authorities note river banks and crossings remain usable in places but warn the low water risks disruption to winter work and local supply lines.

Late Friday Shopping Boosts City Center Stores

Local retailers report a surge in evening purchases as Friday traffic grows. Firms note more customers visiting the center after regular hours, boosting sales and attracting new shoppers to the area.

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Christmas Dance Planned by Hotel Committee

A hotel committee met to organize a Christmas dance for December 1. They chose a tone finale and prepared arrangements for decorative touches and entertainment. The group emphasized a festive program and urged participation from the hotel staff and guests.

Broadcasters Weekly Features Onswil FC Metres Schedule

Broadcasting listings note Onswil FC 42 metres with events from December 3 to December 14 and 353 metres Broadcasters schedule featuring choirs, sermons, and concerts at St Andrews Cathedral Boy Scout events, Canterbury Races and St Stephen's Presbyterian program dates and times.

Frank Pontehena Lindley Evans Pino Heehntal Sahpan Py Covel Simday Deecawhorfle Miesvilah St Andrews Cathedral St. Mark's Ba Doering Point Pam Minsteal Ma'meelle Tapa Turaday Marlat Proust Trilby Canterbury Pitt St Congregationet Camille Alder Dorriho Warit Lewis Katpita Bunday William Street Petersham Neil Crane A. J. Lawrence B. Crittenden Uy Ar Hokund Friding John Nella Sheen Instrumentalintey Terdernian Miurstonl Seeley Sapoo Christ Scientiat Tomam Drethlehem Methodiat Croydon Chalmers’ Presbyterian Cladys Verona

Yass News Briefs Highlight Contests And Local Events

The column notes a poetry prize won by Mrs E J Merriman of Ravensworth Yass in a Country Life contest. A fete by the Methodist Ladies Social Circle occurred at the Menveria Bat, with details about the district show, and a memorial obituary for Mrs Roy Stylum in a Sydney hospital after an operation. The Trigea Shield saw Yaesu United defeat Bourowa. Farewell for Mr G J Johnstone C P S precedes his move to Cowra. Jockey Club attendance was below expectations. Aborigines and a forthcoming film project are mentioned, along with Main Roads Board survey work from Yass towards Canberra and a minor fire near Mundoonan.

Christmas Shopping Opens in Eastlake Shops

Eastlake merchants push early Christmas trade with specials and planned announcements over coming weeks as shops prepare for the season.

Wonderful carpet for Parliament House Australia

Australia lands a premier floor covering for the Federal Parliament House in Canberra. Grace Bros. crafted a seamless 39 by 24 foot carpet from Australian crossbred wool, woven in Britain with a Beattish loom. The design features Australian flora including Wattle, uses 114 miles of chenille, weighs over 560 pounds, and required fifty skilled workers over six months.

Australia Sydney Great Britain House of Representatives Canberra Commonwealth Grobe Ghulstone Grace Bros. Ltd Britain India America Parramatta Road Coor Messrs Grace Bros Parramatta

Jolly Dance to Aid Health Society Fund

A Jolly Dance organized by the East Branch of the Women's and Children's Health Baviety funds the new clinic at Eastlake. The event will be held at Hotel Kurrajong on Tuesday evening to support furnishing of the facility planned for the new year.

Christos Dames Women's and Children's Health Baviety Federal Capital Territory

Wanted items and people listed in cryptic notice

A garbled classified style notice lists various names and items such as horses dogs and wagons in a puzzle like plea. The readable fragments mention sought objects and persons including specific surnames and places, reflecting a wanted or cataloging notice from a historical page.

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