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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Dec 15, 1933
Page
4
The aged census report shows housing by urban and rural divisions across states, detailing occupied dwellings, unoccupied homes, and occupancy rates. It notes shifts since 1908, with metropolitan areas housing most dwellings and occupancy patterns varying by region and territory.
Decipherable lines report wind at 8.30 mph, temperatures around 80 degrees and 66.8 degrees, with a maximum near 80 and a minimum around 66 degrees. Contains garbled terms and inconsistent units.
The Canberra forecast warns of very unsettled conditions with heavy rain and thunderstorm activity. Expect powerful downpours, gusty winds, and possible localized flooding as a low pressure system or warm moist air moves through.
British shipping faces a grave threat as governments subsidise rival lines abroad. The piece argues subsidies distort trade, citing the United States, France, and Italy, and urges immediate British government countermeasures to protect the mercantile marine and balance of payments.
The Minister for Health appointed an advisory committee for Canberra Government Hospital to advise on internal administration and public services. The committee includes F P Somerville as chairman C H McFadyen W G Piper TY W White and Col J T H Goodwin.
A contested payment claim to a widow is linked to a broader strike and labor tensions. Reports mention hospital outings, threats, and incidents between workers and scuffles in yards. The superintendent and local officials are cited, with testimonies about compensation, family hardship, and ongoing industrial action affecting daily life.
A dramatic false alarm startled Parliament House as a party of men with a fire extinguisher burst into the building during the Upper House elections. Fire trucks arrived, bells rang, and firemen roamed corridors before leaving unscathed and no blaze found.
In Sydney on Thursday Justice Halse Rogers protested that the court was badly ventilated and noisy as the jury retired in the Denison libel action. He warned the situation could affect health and the quality of work, leading to adjournment details and related courtroom discomfort.
A conference attended by ministers from Australia and New South Wales officials discussed annual grain price controls and how to reduce farmer oppression and improve returns. The meeting, held in Sydney, touched on policy support and future steps, with officials noting government backing for industry stability.
Fragmented OCR text outlines several Canberra business introductions and meetings. Mentions include Civic Centre planning, contractor roles, and local industry figures. Details are garbled with names and titles, but indicate a wave of company startups and civic discussions in Canberra.
The Prime Minister announced tonight that a request for eight bounty on eggs was refused at Melbourne. Details remain limited as officials assess food export controls and supply implications.
A garbled note shows references to a government medal and officials named Tenn, acting criminal commissioner, and Deputy Commissioner Mr. P. Haey. It mentions a pension land resident and dates around January 28 19Me, with unclear context and several corrupted fragments.
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