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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Dec 03, 1931
Page
2
Early morning delivery notice from The Canberra Times outlines prepaid subscription and delivery contact details for Canberra readers. It emphasizes communication with the newspaper manager and asserts local delivery arrangements and prepaid status.
The rainfall records show monthly totals for the warrant year through November and December. Figures indicate rainfall levels across months, noting totals for November and preliminary data for December as observed in the Barometer reports.
West Australia shows scattered ruin and thunder with easterly winds. North and Southeast coasts expect cloudy to unsettled weather with periods of rain and thunder. Victoria and Tasmania anticipate cloudy mornings, scattered showers, and moderating winds. New Zealand coast remains unsettled with cloud cover and occasional rain bands.
Cloudy and unsettled Canberra spell with more rain and thunder. Fresh to north east winds ease as a cold southerly change moves in later.
Rainfall totals reported for numerous towns across Victoria and adjacent regions show varied amounts with Ararat, Murtoa, and Terang among higher totals while port towns like Port Albert and Wonthaggi note lighter falls. The compilation includes dozens of towns from Naracoorte to Coonabarabran, reflecting widespread data collection across states.
In a May report from Canberra Timon the impending consolidation of the Commonwealth and New South Wales governments is discussed. The article notes a move to disband the Government Savings Bank's committee and hints at a broader plan to settle depositors’ credits as part of a tariff reform and Territory deposits policy.
A Canberra Times report summarizes Mr. Lyons of the United Australia Party presenting policy contrasts with Dr. Earle Page’s United Country Party. It notes emphasis on industry, investment, law and order, and defence, while touching on federal unification, arbitration, and tensions with the Scullin Labor Government and Lang faction in New South Wales.
A garbled wartime era article references testing warships with radium and previews naval trials. It mentions Raginette of the United States Navy and discussions of X-ray technology, proximity to government savings banks, and remarks by Hobart Mehl and others. The source text remains unclear and partially unintelligible.
A Moscow informed report says the Soviet government plans to purchase grain from Australia. The note mentions supply arrangements and potential implications for trade, with no precise figures disclosed. The source emphasizes official negotiation tone and reflects wartime economic concerns.
Talks between Britain and France on tariff policy stall in London with no clear agreement. Officials from both governments acknowledge differences over trade duties and market access as pressure grows for a quick resolution. London press reports hint at potential new meetings next week to push talks forward.
A fragmentary report describes Kingsford Smith mishap near Darwin involving a telegraph pole accident. The text notes injury to a wing and engine damage, with delays expected as repairs proceed.
A convoluted report describes a secret savings bank agreement tied to state legislation and government finance. It mentions an amendment process, potential impacts on banks, and parliamentary scrutiny with references to ministers and committees amid Christmas vacation timing.
A minister faces questions over conditions for financial aid at Sydney’s hospital. Reports describe political reaction, criticism, and potential investigations into funding and oversight. The excerpt notes alleged improprieties and calls for accountability within health administration.
A bold break in occurred at Spegel's Jewellery shop with a brick used to smash the window. Police traced a suspect after a note was left near the scene, indicating a Newcastle robbery link. A pawned watch valued at £150 was recovered during city searches. Investigations continue as officers pursue leads.
Predicted political shakeup in the Irish Free State as Education Minister O Culliyan faces tribunal inquiry. Mickwel Murer and William Barry of Limerick charged with unlawful noviation. Two others to be tried. court action looms over upcoming election dynamics.
In a heated electorate gathering Dr Earle Page attacked the Bruce Page Government over budget cuts and federal proceedings. He warned of overslide debt and called for budget adjustment while criticizing federal authorities for actions affecting local finance.
An unclear law or policy dispute is hinted, mentioning German customs and authorities. The item references an international context, suggesting tensions or shifts affecting Germany's standing in global trade and currency. Notable proper nouns appear ambiguous or garbled, limiting precise names.
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