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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Dec 03, 1935
Page
2
Obscure OCR fragment mentions a service by arrangement and a publication name The Cane berte Times. No clear entities or dates. Summary limited to the readable line about a special service and a newspaper reference.
Fragmentary weather notes show a barometer near 27.98 inches and a maximum around 38, with a minimum near 20.5 degrees. Wind is listed as 94 at NE, several times, with a rainfall figure of 14 points for the forecast year.
A 1999 article argues licensing limits and regulatory acts shape radio station ownership. It warns of natural and potential monopolies, urges Parliament to directly legislate to protect public interest, and critiques bureaucratic overreach in broadcasting oversight.
In the House of Representatives Mr Mulcahy raised a complaint that MPs were restricted at Motel Canberra after its takeover by a private enterprise. Minister A Paterson said no action had been taken and noted two new hotels would ease the situation. The exchange touched on accommodation during Parliament and possible future arrangements.
Construction details describe the ow picture theatre at Civic Centre with a two foyer plan, double doors, a large ticket lobby, and a central auditorium. Notes cover acoustics, light control, climate systems, stage and projection room setup, and seating for about 80 with improved sound and ventilation. The design includes a buffet, offices, and retiring rooms, plus a strong lighting rig and indirect flood lighting.
The foundations of a private hospital at Forrest, designed by Mr. Oliphant and cemented by Mr. Bruce, were approved after careful planning. The brick building will provide private wards, privacy from corridors, and modern utilities including heating and electric bells, with completion expected early in 1900.
The new block of shops at Manuka, by J. Le Chapman for W. C. McDonnell, is near completion and will end the week. Architect KH Gilphant designed fronts to match existing work, with tiled and paneled backs. The Canberra Mon Co will open the block soon, boosting local shopping facilities.
Indian cricket team faced tough batting in Bombay with Hindikar scoring 32 and Bombay dropping to four for 102. Jol later hit 50 in a brisk stand as the tour logged 92 runs in the innings. A notable performance by Eaveswala added 72, while several batsmen fell to tight bowling.
In Cape Town on a warm day, Australia and Western Province faced testing conditions. McCabe top-scored with 90, Napier and Crisp bowled well, while Fingleton batted long and Darling offered shots for Australia. The leg side patches and sharp bounce kept bowlers under pressure as both teams fought for momentum.
The death of Mr. TG Weston in Turramurra N H W last weekend is reported. He served as Australia’s Federal Capital Commission Chief of Afforestation and later held posts in Canberra where he laid out nurseries and ran experiments on shrubs and pines. Prime Minister Lyons praised his contribution to Canberra’s beauty, noting future generations will remember his work. Weston, aged 79, is survived by Mrs Weston and three daughters.
The House heard discussions on trade treaty diplomacy after nine months of absence. Sir Henry Gullett and Prime Minister Lyons faced questions about resumed movements, currency changes in New Guinea, and the repatriation program. Members pressed for details while urging clearer plans and timely statements from ministers.
The article discusses parliamentary remarks by Mr. Atawen, member for Baty iu, on extending a public pension program. It notes a proposed E300,000 allocation and concerns over eligibility criteria, with references to veterans, immunity, and government pension taxes. A suggestion by Mr. Wises links aging and pension qualifications amid ongoing committee discussions.
John Thomas Jordan died at Queanbeyan District Hospital on Friday. A lifelong resident educated locally he helped build Queanbeyan Public School in 1877 and served in the fire brigade with his brother Thomas. He belonged to the G U L and was active in the Methodist Church. Funeral Sunday at Tharwa Road Cemetery conducted by Rev T Chapman.
Shinese Premier Wang-Coing-Wei, shot earlier this month by a former sergeant of the Cantoness With Army, resigns from government citing ill health. The bullet was removed and he is reported on the road to recovery in Britain.
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