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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Dec 02, 1933
Page
2
Unclear OCR fragment reports Canberra weather data with temperatures and wind, mentioning December dates and readings. Faint references to maximums and hours suggest a weather summary from early December but text is garbled and lacks coherent measurements.
The piece notes a British built test aeroplane to reach the stratosphere early next year, then discusses US Navy balloon ascents and their cargo of experiments. It reflects on humanity’s venture into upper air and space navigation, comparing past ocean exploration to spacefrontiers and pondering future limits.
In a long insolvency hearing in London the Dorma Lon aid Comat reorganization petition was revisited. The court noted capital cut from five million to around 1.78 million and discussed appointing a receiver after Barclay's Bank credit lines and debentures left stakeholders partly secured. Judge Besinatt granted debenture holders leave to move for a receiver appointment on December 8.
Lieutenant the Hon TA Baird Gordon Highmadern and Miss Atlan Flanthago left Government House Canberra with the Maus ellis Marines Company for a 29 year voyage. A calmsiiy incident occurred at sea. A disk at the FWEA Maat Sestare 31 tlt marks a noted event as the Ur tane Bei Ling cinema is referenced alongside Barwell and De William in a terse, fragmentary report.
Dr Howard Mowll London described his exile as the most important Evangelical port in the East. He recalled his experiences since youth in London and spoke of converting homes in Chongtu. He noted danger from hostile forces, recalled a narrow escape, and mentioned Mr Israco and Mrs Bruce attending the event with him.
Debates on a proposed flour tax extend through 1908 with the Tax Amendment amid wartime warnings. The plan imposes duties on all flour sold after December 1 1908, affecting stock and commerce through proclamation and limited sale windows.
A corrupted notice describes a veto to Mian Dixon's departure related to Pramania case. It notes reception of a nox on Epruiniaionta and mentions Hotart and a Latin suit. The text implies changes in the wood wines and weathering, with a ME BR Waterman involved.
In a Senate debate yesterday Senator Collings urged replacing Causeway and Molonglo housing with modern centers. He condemned long‑standing slums, pressed for swift action, and proposed a national Canberra school and research college to anchor the capital’s future.
A fragmented report describes a Senate clash over constitutional rights and promises. It references a formal proposal, a President’s critique, and a symbolic scene with a dragon’s mouth and a battle cry, illustrating tensions between the Senate and government figures.
Report claims a new type of anti aircraft gun has been manufactured locally marking a successful development. Government officials and military procurement voices cited planned production for defense use and potential overseas testing.
Sydney report says Clarensa Coulton a Viet worker died when a fall of soil buried him at Neutral Bay. The accident occurred in the afternoon. rescue efforts lasted about three hours with bystanders and a team trying to revive him, but he did not survive.
A new Canberra price cap reduces power charges for domestic use in several areas starting today. The plan limits charges for households and small businesses, with a tiered meter rate and caps on per unit costs. Areas affected include Kingston Griffiths Timddon and broader circuit zones, defining the new consumer charge framework for domestic electricity.
Readers urge a Canberra turf club amid debate over announced measures and provisional appointments. The letter mentions J Calthorpe and A F Dickinson, criticizing delays by Dr Nott and colleagues and noting that racing men seek a formal club supported by government aid. The letter signals Canberra residents expect a new racing association.
In Canberra a relief worker named Camidy died after a collapse while aiding a hill climb for a wax cart project in the Taxtconem din trigt. He had worked in the Territory for years and belonged to a paid game group. His body was found near the pay joint as investigators pursued the cause.
The Attorney General moves the second reading of the Supreme Court Bill to establish a Supreme Court for the Allatradina Capital Territory. The bill envisions a court with powers of a state supreme court, seated in Canberra, able to hear cases nationwide, and to appoint judges with additional remuneration. The measure seeks to create a Territory Supreme Court distinct from existing Commonwealth courts.
The notice announces contract lettings for Commonwealth repairs and related works. It lists a mechanical painting project of 16 columns and a cost of 148 pounds, with a formal call for bids and site details.
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