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Newspaper

Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Dec 14, 1935

Page

2

Cabinet aims to liberalise oil exploration in New Guinea and Papua

The cabinet moves to loosen ordinances to encourage mineral oil prospecting in the territories. It plans to engage with interested companies to learn their difficulties and urges broader national attention to oil supply, warning against reliance on wildcat outfits and coal mine disruptions threatening Australian independence.

New Guinea Papua Commonwealth Australia

Church Services and Christmas Anthems Across Parishes

A digest of Dec 18 services across Canberra and districts lists Holy Communion, Morning Prayer, Evensong, and sermons at venues including St Patrick's Braddon, Christ Church Forrest, Gundaroo, and Molonglo. Notable items include Archdeacon Robert and Rev James Thomson leading services with Christmas themes, and a Canberra Christian Science note on God the Preserver of Man at Albert Hall.

Advani John’s Bain Archdescen Robvetaam Eyvennong C. J. Waukener A. Baul Kingston Holy Communion Kivensong Bevan Jax Hardman Tuntroon Albert Hall Canberra God Chidren

New Cemetery at Canberra Public Cemetery Plans

Official notice from the Canberra Public Cemetery Trustees outlining more arrangements for cemetery operation. Applications for grave allotments may be made to Secretary of the Trustees 28 KR Waterman. Trustees temporarily housed in Civic branch of Department of the Interior Acton. Trustees have invited denominational churches to proceed with deviation.

Canberra KR. Waterman Department of the Interlor Acton Nave Sheral Shen

Baron Gowrie of Canberra Title Adopted by Government

The Governor announced tonight that the title Baron Gowrie of Canberra in the Commonwealth of Australia Dirleton in the County of Athion has been approved by the King.

National Front to Agree to Treaty Readiness

Cairo reports the National Front has written to the British High Commissioner to express willingness to advance the treaty draft if guarantees of Britain's good faith allow postponement of its operation until international approval. The pact envisions Egypt as an independent nation with defense responsibilities shared with Britain and military clauses highlighted by naval and land forces near Alexandria and a large force in Liye. British troops would be withdrawn to the Canal Zone under the treaty terms.

Cairo Wiles Lampton Britain Egypt Alexandria Liye Briltah Canal Zone

Search For Missing Norman Pink In Sydney

Friday report states unrelenting search for Norman Pink, a Con tamundra resident, who vanished from a Sydney hotel on October 49. No trace of his whereabouts has been found, with belief that Pinkstone had lost his memory.

Sydney Norman Pink Contamundra Pinkstone

Fatality at Royal Bhow Ends Life of Ming Eve Daly

A verdict was returned today in Sydney's court naming Fre derich Engiebert responsible for the death of Ming Eve Daly. The incident occurred when a horse named Bunton fell during a hurdle event at Royal Bhow and Daly sustained fatal injuries. The court noted Daly had previously been involved in dangerous chores but had generally behaved well in competition.

Sydney Fri Frederich Engiebert Caar M.C. Daly Ming Eve Daly Bart Ulering Nat Bet Royal Bhow Bunton Fell Mins Daly

Weather update missing data and timing

Incomplete OCR fragment reports a 6am temperature and a 9am forecast but key values are garbled. Reads like a weather note with times and degree figures, but essential numbers and locations are unreadable.

Local Notables Attend Canberra Marriage Congratulations

Wind at 9 a.m. and a 3 p.m. forecast frame a Canberra social scene as His Excellency the Governor Miral and Captain T. 3 CMG lead a ceremonial group including staff officers. They join interior officials in the afternoon to congratulate Leslie Perry on his approaching marriage to Miss Ell of Canberra.

Vica-Megal

Amplifiers On Beach Provide Project Music

A terse note describes a beach scene where amplifiers are used to project music. The fragment names equipment and a performance vibe, hinting at an improvised outdoor sound setup and community activity along the shore.

Girl’s death at sea sparks inquiry into liner Monterey

An inquiry by the Sector of Navigation investigates the disappearance and presumed drowning of 10 year old Phyllis Elvan, a stowaway aboard the American Liner Monterey between Melbourne and Sydney. Evidence cites an alarm, course alteration, and lifeboat deployment as the search continued for about an hour.

Phyllis Elvan Monterey Melbourne Sydney Gebo Island Womel

Doctor Committed for Trial in Melbourne Case

At the inquest into the death of Dr Frederick Loughman Coroner today committed Dr Ally John Bothambey aged 49 for trial on a charge of manslaughter Norman Harrie a hotel barman testified Loughman had four beers and was sober when he went to keep his appointment with Elizabeth Lynch Witnesses said the doctor fell after being hit on the head by a bottle during a dispute at the house of Mothersley and fell striking his head on a cupboard

Melbourne Frederick Loughman Abe Ally John Bothambey Norman Harrie Lotghman Elizabeth Lynch Dethuiatey Seay Rohnsley Oto Loughnan Mothersley Loughnas

Fragmented text hints at event or person in local context

OCR fragment mentions dance fanaticism and a resident of the association, but details are unclear. no concrete events, names, dates, or places emerge to form a complete news item.

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Church of England Sunday Services Schedule

The Ven Archdeacon Robertson leads 1 am service. Rev CJW Faulkner preaches 7 30 pm. Archdeacon joins 9 am service in Pau Kingston, and 7 30 pm in Untroon. Rev Jas Hardmann officiates Sutton 9 30 am and Gundaroo Village 2 pm. Canon Needham’s Canberra visit postponed.

Archdeacon Robertson CJ W. Faulkner Servic Pau Kingston Wtuntroon Jas Hardmann Sutton Gundaroo Canon Needham Tol Canberre

Farewell Evening Honors Rev James Hardman at Kingston Parish

St Pauls Parish Hall Kingston hosted a packed farewell for Rev James Hardman and Mrs Hardman on Thursday. Attendees included Archdeacon Robertson and Guild members who lauded his long service as parish secretary and St Johns Council secretary. Presentations praised his work with Midst School and church duties, with gifts given to Mrs Hardman and Miss Janet Hardman.

St. Paul's Kingston James and Wry Hardman Menara Starling Bheafe Flewellen Dr. Finlay Edwards Turton Mra. Jackson Archdeston Robertson St Paul's Bt. John's Coyech Council Pariah Tard Mana Mr. Hardman Mars. Moulon St. Paul's Guild Mra. Hardman St John's Guild Janet Hardman Mra Mollison Alnoé Mius Janet Pon Wenin 7 Council Moesre Colwell Grimt Moore Hardenan Peat St. John's Church of

Canberra clergy changes cited in Canberra church notes

The passage records a long service with Mr and Mrs Hardman and Sapat and Jimeclf, their departure from Canberra, and plans for replacements. It notes Mr Faulkner will temporarily replace Mr Hardman and that the Archdeacon exchanges parishes for four weeks with Rev Fr Riley, with travel to Sydney and Wyverley.

Riley St, Mary, Church Waverley Canberra Bydney

Methodist and Congregational Churches Holiday Music Night

Distinctive season music is planned for Sunday evening as the Methodist and Congregational churches join for a holiday program. The Reid choir under Mr. Moiline will render the anthems Peace on Earth and He that Feed His Flock, with Central Church carols and Christmas selections planned to follow.

Thomson W. Miller Christman Music Kithyy James Thomson Westridge Jamee Thomeor Molonglo Rudy Reid My. Moiline Randal Christ Nan Carola Central Guumiey

Waldeck to Preach at Dual Baptist Christmas Services

A garbled notice indicates Dr. Waldeck will serve as preacher at two Baptist Christmas services. The fragmented text suggests themes of Christmastime reflection, preparation, and outreach before the holiday season. Names and exact details are unclear due to OCR damage.

Waldeck Christman Camares

Canberra telephone rentals to be reaxed for suburbs

The Postmaster-General’s Department plans new charges for Canberra subscribers beyond two miles, offering concessions after pressure from the Northern Suburbs Progress Association. A revised basis aims to reduce rents for northern residents and may include a trial free North Adelaide public telephone, with broader access via a proposed Civic Centre radiating system.

Canberra Tanberra Angoceon J. W. Knight Posts and ‘Telegraphe Tad Leget of Progress Association Mt Aiatie Braddon McLachlan Commonwealth Aasgctatlon Civic Centre Seat Pontrisater North Aigelle Department of the Interior Fastmaster General's Department

Noxious Weeds Campaign in Dalgety Shire

Dalgety Shire Council approved a vigorous program to destroy noxious weeds including St John’s wort and skeleton weed. The President urged constant inspection and private-land supervision in spring and summer, with landowners and citizens cooperating under Coliweil’s Inspector.

Dalgety New South Wales Failways Odin Akeleton St. John's Wort Coimell Coliweil

Electrical gear overhaul proposed in state swift order

Sydney Friday reports a government ordinance to overhaul electrical installations statewide following a city opening of a new electricity department by the Mindater for Works. He cites recent fatalities from faulty wiring as justification for phased renovations, with inspections to cover all old installations.

Ydney Insus Mindater For Pooner Sydney

Abolition of Irish Senate Report Reaffirms Mail Plan

The record notes a May 20, 1934 reaffirmation related to the abolition of the Irish Senate and associated mail arrangements. The item records a formal administrative stance confirming the plan and its logistics.

Indian Tour to Allahabad Ends in Narrow Loss

A two day match in Allahabad saw the Tarrant team edge a provincial side by a slim margin amid a list of dismissals and scores. Key players included Morrisby, Bhabatuddin Bryant, Ahmad Kamal Hendry, Zahiruddin, Parvani and Davis in a tense contest with several wickets falling and a weathered finish.

Allahabad Bere Londiy Morrisby Vialanagaram Bhabatuddin Bryant Balam Hapao Din ‘ Love Ahmad Kamal Hendry

Company Registration Notice from Canberra and Th Thatiwate

Fragmentary OCR notes describe a company registration in Canberra and another in Th Thatiwate of Foresters of Aue ECT. It mentions articles and signatories, with garbled wording around formation, the TM Limited, and allotted activities. Overall, a registration action with parties and scope is indicated despite the noise.

Orihaane Orlasion

Farewell Afternoon to Mrs R C Smith

A musical farewell event was held Thursday to honor Mrs R C Smith with a floral tribute of delphiniums. Friends gathered for the afternoon program featuring performances by Mrs Pen Hallurack and others, marking a cordial sendoff with charming music.

R. C. Smith Penhallurack RC. Stith

Boys Cricket Match Setup At North Sisal Commerce

A fragmentary report notes a boys cricket event linked to North Sisal Commerce, scheduled for Wednesday at 700. The text is garbled but indicates an organized local school or club match with specific timing.

Somsgetlen

Fatal Gun Fray at University in New York

A fatal gun incident occurred at a New York university. A mechanical disturbance or run amok event led to the death, with authorities and campus security investigating the motive and circumstances surrounding the shooting. No further details are provided.

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