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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Dec 13, 1928
Page
4
Fragmentary OCR text shows a newspaper's heading and notes about daily delivery and Commonwealth authority. Key readable terms include Canberra, morning, daily, delivery, and Commonwealth references, indicating a historic publishing context or masthead snippet.
A plan to build a multi instrument giant telescope atop a Californian mountain seeks to advance astronomy. The project envisions a 20-inch to 40-inch class facility with the capacity to observe distant stars, aiming to surpass current instruments and extend our view of the cosmos.
An obscure note mentions a steamer named Morinda suffering a mishap near Bel Eh, with unclear details and fragmented wording. The report references an excumer stor and a dubious event date, suggesting a minor maritime incident with limited readable facts.
Fragmented weather data notes warm to hot conditions with northerly winds and no change in temperature expected. Monthly rainfall totals for the current year are provided, with December values and period summaries for Queanbeyan and surrounding area.
The British Trades Union Congress at Swansea highlights the value of trained workers over political change. Sheffield proposes opening a technical school to supply skilled labor for local industry and university research, with ties to the Chamber of Commerce and aims to raise national trade efficiency and economic benefit.
The general forecast notes southerly to southeasterly winds in most coastal districts with scattered thunder showers in southern areas. Winds shift from north to east and northeast in parts of Victoria and southern Australia, with warm to hot temperatures inland and occasional heavy showers in coastal waters.
At noon the report notes north western winds and heavy rain in central areas, with clear spells in some coast regions. A mix of light to moderate rain and thunder is described in southern and western zones, with variable winds and moments of clearing skies along the coast and inland localities.
A festive Christmas dance at Gorman House featured a multicolored program with performers, singers, and a Haley Committee led reception. Guests included notable local figures in frocks and gowns, with arrangements by Mim NM Tam and details of attire noted throughout.
A fragmentary report hints at a revival of religious or civic activity in Canberra featuring figures such as Rev John Walker and a group of associates. The text mentions location references, possible military or formal sponsors, and community events tied to a broader ceremonial return.
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