06 Dec 1927
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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Dec 06, 1927
Page
1
An offender from Canberra was sentenced after pleading guilty to playing an awful game. The magistrate, after hearing the matter, imposed a two month term and a fine, with credit for time served. Details reflect the proceedings under the relevant act.
The contract with Mr. E. L. Holmes to inaugurate and run a city omnibus service was cancelled due to the contractor failing to establish the service yesterday. The Commission will not invite further tenders and will extend the existing service along the cancelled terms.
The Canberra Times reports on a minister's remarks amid questions in Parliament about government policy. The minister defends comments on civic policy and credits inquiries to a newspaper report, noting the full government statement will follow in due season.
A garbled item reports the Canberra Club golf course opening with a new trio involved. MentionsPrime Minister Bruce and A Fraser in unclear context. The fragmentary text also cites J Heatherman and local markers as part of the opening event.
Fragmented parliamentary discussion centers on Mann v Pratt enmity over two months of accusations. Critics accuse the government of inefficiency and ministerial guardianship, citing a divisive interview and alleged dishonesty. The chair rules Mann’s questions unresolved as party lines hold.
Weather summary reports Canberra temperature highs and lows with rain and humidity readings, and New York forecasts. The garbled text lists December and November values, including temperatures and precipitation, but specifics are unclear.
A large Canberra gathering witnessed the official opening of the Civic Centre. Speakers praised Canberra as a future national capital, forecast strong investment, and compared the city to Washington as a planned imperial capital. Mr. C. W. Mart noted rising incomes and anticipated capital investment, while praise for Sir Christopher Wren and forward plans framed the ceremony.
A wartime era report describes a Tumut district exploratory party seeking a bush route to Canberra via a western path with 14 men, aiming to demonstrate feasibility of crossing country by motor vehicle and clearing a track to reach Canberra within the week. The effort involved coordination with local officials and a plan to span the river border, reflecting ambitions for a land link to the federal capital.
A Canberra wedding tale unfolds as the bride’s delayed arrival sets a tense scene. A groom waits at the station and receives a telegram delaying the ceremony. The search ends when a late train brings the bride near the shore, sparking relief and renewed plans despite fatigue.
A cottage at West Queanbeyan on Urierra Road was destroyed by a blaze driven by high wind. The elderly couple J Robinson and wife owned the property valued at £400 in furniture. neighbors and firefighters arrived soon after the alarm, with contents damaged but no injuries reported. The cause remains unknown.
A proposed railway line survey aims to connect Bungendore and Captain's Flat via Lake Cearey Mine area. The plan centers on a route northeast toward the lake region with a work window around dawn and includes a report on expected progress and potential service impacts.
A funeral like event at Queanbeyan church followed by a procession to the new Convent grounds with a late afternoon ceremony. A dancing night and an incognito band concert at Gregory's Mall feature music by Westtee Boys and a charity collection to cover band costs. The band, aged 8 to 17, travels from New South Wales and is popular at Sydney functions.
Reported widening and elevation work near Deep Creek Bridge on the Goulburn Coomia road near Tungendure. completion expected in about a week. Vehicle safety concerns noted with widening unsteady, nighttime visibility poor and confusion for drivers. police advised.
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