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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Dec 11, 1931
Page
3
Report describes Whianade Zoo expanding hillside enclosures allowing animals to roam. Four large ranges enabled by the plan provide natural conditions for about 184 animals, with forests and extant species linked to a multinational arrangement through the of Nations between Caechor Pik and Poin.
Reports state committees seeking strict control of narcotics in the capital as efforts to curb illegal trade and monopolies are urged. Authorities indicate progress with oversight on factories and supply chains despite ongoing resistance.
A damaged OCR fragment discusses a historic bicycle tax proposal. It mentions Guernsey requiring every bicycle owner to pay a crown, with paper tax receipts issued and color-coded yearly to verify payments. The text notes many people owned bicycles in Britain and suggests revenue potential from the tax.
Over a hundred participants showcased modular ship models at a recent event. No model cost more than three shillings, with prizes awarded to young makers using pine and match-strike pieces to craft ships from Viking to modern types.
Fragmented report from Newcastle mentions South Africa and a cricket match with references to players and a weathered wicket. The text hints at a misplayed ball and a potential start of a series or competition, with unclear names and dates due to OCR damage.
The Melbourne tennis championship meeting continued with Crawford defeating Donohue 12-10 6-4 15 in the men’s singles. Hop beat Eproute 4-2. Hamsett defeated A. Will ad EW 6-4 16 28. A surprise upset saw Crawford and Miss Bellamy fall to Pett and Ailsa Durham in Vic competition.
Teonard Prosser, 35, was attacked by a group of women at a motor service garage in Melbourne Thuralay. He was knocked unconscious, then woke about ten minutes later to find the assailants gone and the till money missing.
Sydney report lists D. Solomon and A. Barkyard available for New South Wales. The team visited Adelaide and Melbourne. Te. Nutt and J. O'Ponsell were mentioned in the roster.
The secretary of the Textile Workers Union Mr. D. J. Lark presents an annual report noting gradual return to industry. The outlook for the future is described as brighter than in the past, with a 20% improvement referenced.
A fragmented report describes Labour activity amid a Sydney strike, citing Mr Arcmiele, Mr Bel fig, and Mr Sealit in alleged arson and sabotage claims. Speakers including Mey Varkehad and Harknit denounce unions while Parkhill and Gratton push opposition to arbitration.
A fatal accident in Bath left Leigh Holdsworth Auton dead after a homemade crystal wire device misfired. The wireless set, assembled by Auton, caused an electric shock that proved lethal as he worked near a power point.
Fragmented report describes an attempt to derail a locomotive on the Western line between Springwood and Valley, with a wagon wedged between rails. The engine driver reported a violent jolt and the incident was observed near the range.
Fragmentary report describes extensive siege activity near Jeru salem with a 19 mile barrage reportedly halted by adversaries. Mentions galvanized iron barriers and buried trenches as part of defensive works amid conflict involving Jorusis and Juruain.
A Canberra youths and community revue staged at Albert Hall featured Molly Henry praised for leading acts and a wide array of performers including Jack Hox, Helly Goureaud, and Gandy Gatun. The event supported relief funds with a praise-filled finale and plans for a repeat performance next Monday.
A long list of players from multiple clubs is named to represent the district and sub districts in the cricket competition. The document lists numerous players including Curran Carew, Griblites de Aurmivy, Kevin, Muar, Sub-district J. Munro, J. Rovhtard, Hollingaworth, and many others, with affiliations to clubs such as NORTHBOURNE and DER Hiltedixtriet.
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