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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Dec 06, 1927
Page
4
Professional Dr A J Cahill eye ear nose and throat specialist begins practice in the Hudsons Buildings Civic Centre Canberra. Office hours 10 to 1 and 2 to 6 with the Maw State Government Savings Bank contact 1165.
The Canberra Times page lists prepaid subscription rates and addresses for readers in Canberra and surrounding areas. It names local distributors in Queanbeyan Goulburn Yass and Sydney Melbourne agents. The notice includes printing details and contact points for subscriptions and advertising.
Across Australia, a widespread stoppage threatened as the Wharf Labourers Union and allied groups refuse to heed awards and a planned arbitral ruling. Over 100,000 tons of overseas shipping and 65,000 tons of inter state play would halt, with unemployment and export delays feared. government moves to secure essential services via arbitration and avoid a national disaster.
The Pacific question centers on Australasias future during the colonial era. Publicists discuss Japan, the United States, the Netherlands, and Britain, with Australia seeking strategic influence in New Guinea and surrounding islands. Officials cite Monroe Doctrine echoes and a White Australia policy as the core of Australia’s potential role in the southern Pacific.
Testimony to the Joint Committee of Public Accounts showed 43 cars bought for public use were disposed of at far below cost. One Dodge bought for £820 in July 1928 sold 15 months later for £87, with further pleading about repairs and condition. Witnesses described deliberate refurbishing and inconsistent maintenance while discussing contractor efficiency, overtime, and potential shifts to cut costs.
Mr Riley questioned if the Commission urged conciliation and acknowledged officials who fought dishonesty. Sir John said invited suggestions were welcomed, a Suggestion Committee existed, and appeals to officials and the Chief Commissioner were available. Two complaints arose, none serious, and matters tied to revenue due to delays. The discussion covered bus service proposals, penalties, private enterprise obstacles, and potential self‑operation or outsourcing under a single management for a route.
The Canberra Society of Arts and Literature ends its year with a detailed exhibition of drama, literature, music, and fine arts at Ainslie School. President Sir Robert Garran chaired. displays included sculpture by Mrs. C Fitzpatrick and wood paintings by Merle Johnson, with poetry readings, a Brienowski catering team, musical numbers, and a lively audience of Canberra residents.
Schedule details show Barton Safety Coach Service operating from Hotel Acton to Queanbeyan and Canberra with multiple daily departures on weekdays Saturdays and holidays. Connections include Ainslie South Ainslie and Blandfordia with varying times and late-evening services. private hire cars available at all hours.
Two state meetings in Canberra illustrate the city’s rising status as a national gathering place. The Roads Conference and Markets Conference attract representatives from New South Wales, Victoria, Western Australia, and Queensland with senior figures listed as chairs secretaries and board members.
The Prime Minister told the House of Representatives that no special fares will be offered to civil servants who must travel to join families in Canberra during the Christmas period. He said a grant would be unfair to officers unable to be in Canberra due to official duties and noted difficulty in distinguishing between those transferred to Canberra and other postings.
Twenty gallons of tes creum, 1000 bags of sweets and other provisions will feed the crowd at the All Schools Sports Day on Acton Sports Ground Friday. About 1000 children from 15 Territory schools are expected. Gold medals honor champions. prizes and catering are arranged by a ladies committee. The Prime Minister, Governor-General and Minister for Home and Territory are to attend.
Major Brear-Jey, managing director of West Australian Airways, returns from Canberra to Melbourne to discuss future air services linking Melbourne Canberra and Sydney. The plan includes making these routes a priority in Australia’s developing air network.
The Committee seeks help arranging transport and asks private car owners feeling dispirited to assist. Owners are invited to contact Mr. C. E. Francis at the Commission or Aly Bededen at dhol Cahora.
Industrial low mood and tariff tensions strain Australia’s economy as major manufacturers pause operations and thousands lose work. State funds fall as railways and tramways face higher fares, wobbling waterfront trade and broader commerce amid an unsettled outlook.
The large hosiery maker George A Bond and Co Ltd has announced voluntary liquidation to resolve financial difficulties. The firm blames rising wages, child endowment, and a tariff on imports, arguing overseas competition undercuts Australian manufacturers. Critics doubt tariff effects explain Bond’s failure.
Government announces a new fund for suburban tram lines after transport commissions fail to make them pay. Authorities retreat from raising fares on the first section to avoid a boycott, while municipal and other bottler operations in outlying suburbs protest, arguing higher long-route fares will slow settlement and growth.
Mr De Carson born in Collins Street recalls Melbourne eighty four years ago. He describes aboriginals at St Kilda in the forties drawing fresh water from a near sea pipe. He notes Black Thursday smoke, a long Sydney to Melbourne mail on horseback, and the 1850s gold rush causing city blocks to sell for £50 cash. Aboriginals jailed for drunkenness were stocks on land opposite Scott's Hotel.
A major campaign organized by the Australian Trade Publicity Director in London aims to boost sales of Australian fruits and goods in Great Britain. It plans to distribute 400100 packets of sultanas 400000 cookery books 40000 posters and 4006000 handbills across Britain and Ireland with wholesale and retail trader cooperation anticipated.
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