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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Dec 07, 1931
Page
2
In joyful memory of our dear daughter Jayca who died November 7, 1927. A memory fond and true to how dear Joyce we think of you dearer to us than words can tell. From mother and father and siblings, with love and sorrow.
The Canberra Times announces pre paid by subscription rates for delivery within the Commonwealth. Lists agents including Mrs Johnson Times Building C Grande C and MB Charlton Canberra hotels and several publishers. Early daily edition details and delivery arrangements given for subscribers.
Fragmented OCR describes Canberra weather with inconsistent temperatures and wind details. It notes maximums around 43 degrees and minima near 28, with unclear dates and uncorrected lines. It mentions rainfall records and December readings in a garbled log.
A special service at St John’s Church Canberra marked the second anniversary of Lodge Commonwealth of Australia No. 08. Wor. Bro. Kaueliey and officers attended with brethren from Canberra and Queanbeyan. Music featured violin and organ with choir help from St Faith and St Paul’s. Rev Canon Robertson led the service. Rev J Rawanda and Rev F L Himlore assisted. Ven Archdeacon Pare presided.
Nominations for the House of Representatives are detailed across multiple divisions including Corangamite Flinders Melbourne and Western districts. Names such as Craven, Latham, Maloney, Holloway, Beckett, and Morrell appear among candidates from various parties and independents with party labels noted.
The forecast says central and northern areas will be mostly cloudy, sultry, and unsettled with more thundery rain, while southern border districts remain chiefly fine. Winds are south east to east and fresh on land and coast. Canberra outlook is mostly fine at first, warm and sultry, with scattered thunder developing, winds from southwest to southeast and fresh offshore.
Nominations for the election of the House of Representatives on December 19 reflect growing political interest. Across Labour safe seats and opposition challenges, movements and leagues have emerged, sometimes aligning with existing parties. The simultaneous Senate race incentivizes contests to shape national opinion, aiming for a more responsive Parliament despite burdensome electoral duties.
Mr A J Christian, endorsed United Country Party candidate for Haten Monura, faced disputes in Bengal during early 1914 era. He served over 18 months in military duty, later active in politics and colonial governance without clear outcome details. The text mixes garbled names and places, with references to Labour, wartime politics, and campaign activities in Australia and Britain.
The excerpt appears garbled with misspellings and fragmented names including J A Perkins and Andy Bar, making it impossible to identify a coherent event, date, or location for a proper summary. No verifiable entities or actions can be reliably extracted from the corrupted OCR fragment.
A garbled OCR fragment references a lead sentence about individuals named in a prolonged historical dispute. The readable parts name a group or process and suggest a conflict involving named players, but concrete events, dates, or locations are not discernible.
A report details a Canberra fish study with a focus on the first model of a fine trout catch. It notes a secretary, several researchers, and the discovery of a new trout specimen weighing a measured amount. The piece mentions an aquarium facility and a river setting linked to the Territory and surrounding regions.
Fragmented OCR describes a violent mob lynching in Hat in Waarefier with two thousand people cheering. Text is garbled but indicates a hate crime tied to race, involving individuals and a political or social setting. Proceedings or responses remain unclear due to damaged text.
The article quotes a speaker urging obedience to government authority and warning against political manipulation. It argues the Commonwealth must be governed by legitimate government and condemns corruption while stressing citizens must think carefully before voting and uphold national unity.
Unclear OCR text mentions Governor General Lindy Lun en route with Lt. Canberra for Sydney during a Sardar event. Handles by Aide and other officials, with references to Lady Braddon and Rayner. Context appears to describe ceremonial attendance and movements of government figures.
A garbled government house report notes a government function with key names omitted. Officials, including a commander and aides, are listed in incomplete form amid a timing dispute and unspecified delays.
A pensioner was shot with a sawed off rifle during a dispute over a lease at a hospital. The injured man, aged 19, was admitted to the hospital where he reportedly admitted to the offense. Police are investigating the incident and pursuing charges related to the weapon.
Amateurs at the ACT gymkhana in Canberra staged a lively display during a royal entertaining program. Military troops marched and drilled with notable precision while civilian riders showcased riding ability. Governor’s officers and spectators observed from the stands as the Canberra city band performed patriotic tunes and the event wrapped with a parade.
An uneven fragment describes a military hall event near Lem nd St Cob with uniforms and officials showing insignia. It notes a parade or ceremony with attendees from the government and military, mentioning Tangier and a general presence. The text is garbled but indicates a formal military hall gathering and ongoing arrangement.
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