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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Dec 08, 1936
Page
2
A sanitized OCR fragment discusses weather in a historical paper, highlighting uncertain forecasts and regional conditions. It mentions local places and agencies in sparse, nontechnical terms, reflecting a brief notice style with period voice without explicit dates.
A fragment from a Sunday edition notes the Pope's illness with limited legible lines. It references a bulletin or update and mentions unclear events surrounding the Holy See. Further readable details are unavailable in the surviving text.
Fragmentary discussion on whether the King should abdicate and how ministers and Parliament should evaluate royal conduct. It argues the King’s ministers and Parliament, not the King alone, bear responsibility for constitutional actions. Sympathies exist for the King, but questions of abdication require careful, constitutionally grounded judgment.
In a fragmentary report, two men Milton Pney and Martin Pinlay are charged with feloniously assaulting Joseph Planle and attempting to murder McDonald during a disturbance at Centre Street. The案 details are unclear due to the OCR quality, but the court hearing concerns a shooting affray with one man possibly wounded and another nearby witness.
An article fragment describes a clash between Trades Hall and the Australian Labor Party with Secretary of Labour and other figures weighing a Christmas Eve or alternative holiday stance. It notes more than 500 shares and mentions the Uppisfon sPie Association amid party tensions and internal disagreements.
In Canberra discussions address reduce working hours to 40 per week amid unemployment, industry automation, and wage effects. Bryant cites 1933 figures showing rising jobless, while supporters argue shorter hours may boost employment and reduce overwork. critics warn of costs and productivity impacts.
The text references Mrs. Simpy awaiting rest in Cannes for several days. It notes a yacht named Bieter Anne near Monte Carlo harbor with possible ongoing stays. The Daily Telegraph reports acute disagreement between the King and Ministers causing embitterment and constitutional strain.
A botched 20th century report quotes Lord Marley in a York interview asserting dominions speak as Parliament does in London. The text shows garbled names and unclear references, but centers on opposition to dominion voices influencing imperial policy and the implied rights of dominions.
Fragmented OCR reads of a Dublin London conference frame a heated debate on Irish self rule. Domini ons Office responses amid cross channel tensions show Baldwin’s push to unite royal and dominion interests against a strong monarchy, with Ireland weighing options and potential shifts in policy.
Reports say talks between the two nations show a more favorable atmosphere as negotiations continue. A next communication from the governments is awaited within days to push toward a broader trade agreement.
Fragmentary OCR text shows a prisoner escape mention involving Peters and a legioby figure with unclear details. The readable portions hint at a jail or prison escape event but contain garbled words, making precise names, places, dates, or outcomes difficult to confirm.
A garbled fragment mentions a person, likely Al Fospedt, connected to a work task or meeting. It notes a 40 hour schedule and an adjournment, with times indicated up to 10 o clock. The legibility is poor and key details are unclear.
Relief workers begin maintenance tasks as the program expands with hundreds of men assigned to live-in or near-site duties. Authorities outline continued relief efforts and project scope amid winter conditions and funding considerations.
Melbourne reports detail a long discussion on arbitration and traveling time rules. The article mentions the Board of Arbitration, the Prefect Council, and a plan to appeal to the people regarding arbitration reform and Sunday travelling restrictions. It notes a committee and various officials weighing the impact on transport, law, and public welfare.
Fragmented report outlines a woman named Mrs Curtis who died by suicide at her cottage near Sydney over a weekend. Coroner and detective details hint at domestic strain and a contentious relationship with her husband. Widespread speculation and condolences follow as authorities note no immediate evidence of foul play.
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