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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Dec 05, 1935
Page
2
Proprietor announces subscription rates and post free within the Commonwealth. Contact Canberra 7H for details. The notice lists rates per year and options for annual prepaid plans.
A fragmented notice describes a special home delivery service arrangement for various parts of Castberes, listing delivery coverage and parties involved. The readable details indicate a coordinated effort to extend direct distribution to multiple areas, with emphasis on ensuring delivery access.
Fragmentary weather report from Canmerrra shows unclear times and meteorological figures. Readable items include references to temperatures and conditions though many values and units are corrupted.
The Wheat and Wheat Products Bill was rushed through the House of Representatives with a guillotine forcing speedy passage. The government limited debate to six hours and, by a 42 to 4 vote, moved the bill toward final approval. An opposition amendment to withdraw and redraft was proposed. The dispute centered on establishing a compulsory wheat pool in conjunction with state pools to control marketing of the Australian crop.
Canberra hotels struggle with Parliament member guest ratios as private operators seek profits. MPs urge Parliament funded expansion at Parliament House to centralize accommodation, avoiding Canberra vote losses. a deputation backs adding space and adjusting charges to ensure fair costs.
A deputation led by Br. J. H. L. Compston urged the Minister of the Interior to implement the Councils October recommendation against a debt reduction board. They asked for a board including business and industrial reps with power to reduce or cancel rent debts due to the collapse of the Cumberland development program and intermittent employment. Mr Paterson said he would study the representations and later present proposals to the Cabinet. The Minister noted a prior letter from elected council members requesting abolition or reduction of rent deductions from Christmas pay to relief workers and affirmed a reduction from 7/6 weekly to 3/8 per week.
Mr Curtis urged restraint and reform, arguing government failure to fulfill wheat stabilization promises harms farmers. He cited excessive credit, high interest, overcapitalization, and bank restraint as drivers of debt, and warned that tariff cuts alone cannot fix rural industry without sound policy.
A contaminated OCR fragment reports the Governor receiving advice from a lordly authority about flag stations and examples from Canberra and Fat entre. The text is unclear and partially garbled with references to Canberra and Goma.
Speech day ceremonies occur daily at Canberra schools starting today at Girls Grammar School with prizes presented by Lady Tannee at 3 pm. Boys Grammar School follows tomorrow with prizes by Governor-General. Telopen Park School holds December 10 at Capitol Theatre with Minister for the Interior Mr Paverson presenting. A combined speech day and concert is set for December 11 at Ainslie School. The week ends with prize giving December 15 at St Christopher's Forrest.
Mr and Mrs J A McInnes were honored at a farewell social at Forrest Bowling Club in Canberra. A large attendance presented the couple with a clock and gifts as speeches praised their service. Mr McInnes noted relocation due to his wife’s Chinese language work and hoped to return when federal capital reforms ease. Assisting artists and guests included several local figures and doctors.
The Treasury Secretary Morgen Thalstein says government will not disburse funds despite unsettled world conditions. He notes the Treasury will not pay out during a 24 hour Danish crisis and aims to accumulate capital to cover future needs.
The Queanbeyan Church of England fair opened at the James Hall yesterday afternoon with Rev Leicester Jobmwon Bungendore presiding, Deacon Pike attending in synod. Mayor Kamnondwald voiced support, Mrs C Campbell opened the event, and she received a bouquet from Mrs Joyes Whatman. A prayer book was presented to Mrs Campbell for 20 years of service. Residents contributed at stalls including flowers, jumble, cakes, soft drinks, and guilds. The event continues this evening with plays and music.
The Australian Broadcasting Commission’s third annual report shows a large rise in listening licences for 1934-35, with 721,835 licences representing 10.74 percent of the population. It notes strong growth in both city and country areas, suggests improving taste through broadcst, and outlines revenue and reserves plans while forecasting continued demand for better services.
Winter weather thinned entries and spectators as Canberra Amateur Swimming Club held a mid week carnival. Dullard challenged Blair in the 100 yards fixed handicap with Blair winning by about two lengths. results list divers and sprint heats with times and points for men and women, including Dullard, Boag, Ingram, Mauger, Waring, and Mollison.
Debate centers on Curtin proposed amendment to home consumption price plan. Thorby argues the Country Party remains aligned with core industry views while the government seeks rapid organizational completion before voting. Contention focuses on market impact and party discipline.
Three and a quarter inches of rain fell at Queanbeyan during the early week, with heavy falls on Tuesday when 200 points of rain were recorded. Minor washaways occurred across the district and a long section of the malway near Letchworth was scarred, requiring a patch of ballmac train from Queanbeyan. Despite damage, repairs progressed and the Cooma express passed through Tuesday evening. several trapped or injured persons were noted but were later assisted.
Members in the House of Representatives struggle over the Sugar Bill amid noisy debates and procedural votes. The government defense faces opposition protests while amendments seek price controls and inquiries. West Australian MPs back a reform, but ministers warn impractical outcomes.
chaotic undated report describes a staff dance at Hotel Canberra with parliamentary attendees and a late debate in the chamber. the piece references mr beaton and mr curtin amid a discussion on amendments, government policy, and potential regulatory powers.
A large Canberra audience is expected at Albert Hall tonight for a formal public farewell to the Governor General and Lady Junca. The event will include a reception and speeches by Dr Earle Page and Sir Robert Garrick, with a National Anthem finale. Informal dress is prescribed and attendees are urged to arrive early.
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