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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Dec 11, 1935
Page
2
Fragmentary weather note lists a barometer around 36.08 inches and 38.00 inches with temperature readings near 68 degrees, alongside garbled timestamps and nonsensical phrases. Includes multiple unreadable terms and unrelated characters.
The Commonwealth Government extends licensing to seamen as unions resist non union labour. Licensing aims to avert waterfront stoppages by enforcing standards, though calls arise against universal applicability. Proposed to deter industrial breaches, relying on long term law obedience and broader economic control.
A sabotage incident aboard HMB Raya and other dockyards is reported as a potential demonstration rather than an attempt to disrupt ship operations. Authorities focus on possible leakage of confidential information and assess the risk across facilities in London.
Evidence showed petrol poured into a wash-tub on a vessel collision, igniting and burning a woman in the seat of Dortu Margaret Navin. Tom Navin, writer of the deceased, testified his sister had been pouring petrol into a wash tub when the fire occurred. A verdict of accidental death was returned.
A fishing family from Cardwell to Townsville were forced into a dinghy after their launch burned and sank near Hinchinbrook Channel. The engine back fired an exploded petrol tin injuring the wife and child, while Gill Maherman and his wife and three year old clung to survival until rescue. The vessel drifted for hours before Gill steered the dinghy ashore on a small island and all were saved.
In Canberra the Dingo Destruction Board faced questions in the Legislative Assembly about a promised subsidy of 9 farthings per acre for land within the Board’s area. Mr Bullenahaw questioned the certainty of the promise and said he would investigate whether payment would be justifiable.
The St Christopher's pupils at Forrest presented a Capital Theatre concert praised for balance and variety. Highlights included Galway Piper and Blue Denube choruses by girls and boys, infant playlets, and a Sailors’ drumpipe dance. Prime Minister J A Lyons presented championship trophies and lauded the Sisters’ yearlong work.
In a Sydney court, Douglas McConnell, a salesman, faced charges of bribing Sim Rubenson to persuade Ernest O'Dea and other Sydney County Council members. Crown prosecutors argued others were involved to gain a council majority, while McConnell’s legal team sought names of the unnamed councillors and cautioned about stigma if names were revealed. The defence noted possible interviews with the two implicated councillors as the case proceeded.
Labour members fiercely opposed a bill to exempt New South Wales judges from the Public Service Salaries Reduction Act. Minister for Justice Martin introduced the measure amid claims salaries were fixed since 1883 and not altered until 2080. Debate highlighted equity with other workers as Badeley pressed for fairness and the assembly eventually granted leave to introduce by 40 to 6 despite opposition.
Yesterday the cabinet discussed tick control and a conference between Commonwealth and Irol. The Commonwealth will be represented by one Minister for Commerce Dr Page and his assistant Tharby. Mr Hubter, the assistant pathologist, will become Minister for Health.
Noni god Allen Gamble completes school exams and departs Ganbarre on a 1000 mile trip to Adelaide and Melbourne with camping gear. They plan to join Wee paranis in Melbourne on January 5. A 7 mile ride to Marden is noted. His father is J. Garabie of the tary-General's Department. Townsend receives results from the University of Bic.
Proposals for Commonwealth wide recognition of Sir Charles Kingsford Smith will be announced soon with belief a national memorial will be established. The Attorney General will receive the views on the subject and the matter is being prepared with intent to advance the memorial initiative.
In Cairo on Monday students renewed patriotic protests while police dispersed rioters. Reports say the government imposed a strict order and detained participants. Meanwhile Washington Liberals reportedly backed reintroducing the 1923 constitution after talks.
Proceedings centered on a taxation appeal involving Theodore Trautwein and a 20 000 sharak transfer at the Coogee Flag Hotel. Witnesses testified the trust owed Trautwein’s son about 635 000 with funds tied to property, while questions about the cargo and gland operations were raised during cross examination. The evidence concluded on Trautwein’s ninth day on the witness stand.
Australia dominated the Mughal XI in a one sided cricket fixture. Openers and bowlers shared the spotlight as Hobiamas, Sims, and Hittin found success with early breakthroughs. Marks and Kippax anchored a cautious stand before Faama led a late assault to post a heavy total.
A male choir program at Methodiat Church featured balanced singing under Mr. Lt. Hugher with selections like O Peaceful Night and The Long Day. The Tetopea Park Intermediate High School Choir, soloists Mrs D H Nicholson and Mrs R F Mitchell, and instrumental displays including triple tongue work by a noted performer drew strong praise. Mor rie and Hunt also provided notable solos.
Mr Stevens undertook a new year trip amid unclear details from an oddly garbled source. The readable fragments indicate personal travel activity and a brief mention of accompanying individuals or groups, with no concrete locations or dates clearly stated.
In Johannesburg, Transvaal pushed Australia hard as centuries and strong partnerships highlighted a day of tight cricket. Darling and Cooperfield bowled well for Australia, while Oldfield and Chippenfield crafted patient knocks for Transvaal amid a rain-interrupted context and brisk bowling from Mitchell, Rowan, and Langton.
Melbourne coverage records a murky result from interstate tennis with players Bromwich and Mopenan among names, unclear scores, and partial associations to Victorian players. The fragment notes possible matches and winners but lacks coherent details or full lineup.
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