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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Dec 06, 1929
Page
4
Fragmented weather page items indicate temperatures and conditions across Canreraa and Queanbeyan regions. Data mention morning and evening readings with highs around 72 degrees and lows near 47, plus references to thermometers and daily summaries.
The fragment outlines a general forecast for Naim and western areas with east to southeast winds, variable conditions, and occasional rain. It notes warmer, unsettled trends in parts of New South Wales and mentions possible showers and varying intensity across the region.
A noon yesterday weather synopsis notes varied cloud cover from Victoria with scattered rain and light to moderate winds along coasts and ranges, to clear central regions, and to western parts with southwest to northeast winds. South Australia shows cloudy to overcast skies with occasional light rain. In Queensland and New South Wales coastal zones, clouded to partly clear conditions prevail with mild showers and brisk winds.
Fragmentary astronomical notes from Mount Stromlo describe Venus rising at 2.54 and Mars at 0.64, with scattered figures like Hapster and SMIUEH tied to measurements. The text repeats the observatory reference and includes garbled terms, offering limited actionable data.
Canberra forecast issued at 8 p.m. notes a tiered shower or two on the coast and a fine cool night with fronts on the highlands. A warm day ahead with variable winds chiefly north-west to south-west and moderate sea.
Weather fragment reports rainfall and storm conditions in regions including New South Wales and Western Australia. Observations list sites such as Wathajin, Easter, Oatlands, and Bruni with varying rainfall amounts and unsettled weather tracked across several districts and towns.
The Methodist Guild in Queanbeyan held its annual meeting on Tuesday evening, drawing a modest attendance. A supper followed memoranda of finances, with reports showing a healthy balance despite a smaller membership, and awards and toasts recognized several members and officers.
A Canberra editorial argues for a federal referendum to grant full industrial powers to the Commonwealth amid a coal strike stalemate. It blames dual state and federal control and calls immediate action as Parliament nears March, insisting arbitration alone cannot resolve the crisis.
Mr Martin Faran urged the Prime Minister and the Repatriation Minister at a press session in Hampers to fund artificial limb factories for civilian employments. He argued ex soldiers’ unemployment warrants government action and warned against delaying the policy measure.
Voter turnouts and candidate names are listed, with two contenders Abtermen Wo Wi and J. Mivhordeen. The report notes reactions to the results and mentions observers and community figures reacting to the election outcome.
The brief obituary notes Mr Deonis Kelly of Canterm remembered as a longtime worker for the Maine Service movement. He contributed to civic projects including the Conseway Mall and served as an executive wharf member in the City. He left a wife and ten children.
The Senate debated and passed the Public Service Arbitration Amendment Bill without amendments. Senators criticized government plans on public service reform and wage controls, urging careful steps to avoid undermining efficiency and public morale.
In the House of Commons a heated session unfolds as Opposition Leaders criticize the Government. Mr Latham and Mr Green spar over fiscal policy and defense, while debates on reform and arbitration linger amid procedural maneuvers and party rhetoric.
A resident rebuts Dr Alcorn's warning about bugs in Molongie houses, arguing the area is not infested. The letter notes recent repainting by the Commission and claims most locals are satisfied with their homes despite the scare.
Reported notes cite health department actions amid underlined efforts to address suffering and required adjustments. The narrative mentions authorities and affected individuals in a troubled context with unclear specifics.
Fragmentary text describes a radical group’s disobedience and internal clashes within a persecuted faction. The report hints at charges against a member and the expulsion of associates amid tense factional struggle.
Questions by Mr Malanden M L1 to the Minister for Treparation inquire about medical examination and treatment access for ex soldiers in the Federal Territory. The reply states treatment is available at Canberra hospitals and that patients may be moved to New South Wales if necessary, with local officials coordinating care.
The article reports on a government leader question regarding emigration of a large number of refugees to Citia and whether the Bogiet authorities would welcome them. It notes the stance of officials and potential care arrangements for evacuees, including hospital and shelter considerations.
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