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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Dec 15, 1937
Page
4
The firm Barraclough Limited, based at George Street Sydney, announces a Canberra visit on Thursday 16 December from 9 am to 8 pm at a local pharmacy. Represented by R. E. Clark, with subscription terms offered per annum through Jackson's Newsagency.
The Canberra report lists barometer readings at 9 am 29.90 inches 2 pm 20.78 inches and 9 pm 29.83 inches. It records temperatures 9 am 63 degrees 3 pm 77 degrees and other values. notes a maximum of 838 degrees for the prior 24 hours and a minimum around 58 degrees.
Queanbeyan records show ongoing progress to date with faint declines noted in the latest report. Officials report steady activity across local departments and a cautious outlook for the near term.
The Governor General, referred to as His Exodrency, was hosted by the staff during a formal royal court visit. The event included attendees described as courtiers or attendants and featured ceremonial receptions.
Canberra forecast shows unsettled weather with thunder showers and isolated severe squalls. Sun rises at 4 43 a m and sets at 7 18 p m. Moon rises 4 24 p m. Venus rises 4 1 a m and sets 6 18 p m. Jupiter rises 7 33 a m and sets 38 p m. Saturn rises 12 20 p m and sets 12 40 a m.
Canberra Times reviews how Japanese actions on the Yangtse River and attacks on neutral vessels threaten peace. It argues Britain and the United States may rightfully curb Japan, condemns noncombatant harm, and stresses the need for restraint by all powers amid potential de facto war.
Albert Mefiveen, 62, of Keanmore, shot himself with a revolver over his wife’s grave at Wood Cemetery late today. He had been a widower since his wife’s death about 18 months earlier. A bystander reported he raised the gun and fired into his head, dying shortly after.
Public Trustees have completed realisation of McArthur and Company after more than two years. A bill was moved in the Legislative Assembly to permit the distribution of assets to shareholders.
Victorian Minister for the Interior Mr. McEwen denounces a faction within the Country Party after his expulsion. He vows to consult Indi electorate members and warns of consequences if the Central Council’s faction dominates state government and pressures federal policy. He says he was expelled without a chance to defend himself.
London reports Harry Sunderland, co-manager of the UK Kangaroos, may become secretary manager of Wigan Chit. In an interview he said a Wigan board deputation discussed the role and the offered salary, plus bonuses, is higher than his Australia wages. He will consider the proposal.
Lee Warner an Imperial Airways official at Brindisi was expelled from Italy after two days in prison. He had been arrested last week following an incident where water was reportedly poured from a hotel balcony during a masquerade demonstration in the street below.
In Melbourne, a remand was granted for Mathew Francis O'Keefe Roy McFarlane and William Brown on a truck murder charge involving John Thomas Demacy Police noted delays in proceedings and the defendants faced the witness box A fourth man Har sth John Reeve 37 was charged with theft of ten rails valued at £470 and remanded.
During the bankruptcy hearing of John Harrison a moneylender was found to have a new client in Sydney’s public service. Harrison, a clerk, attributed his borrowing from lenders to backing racehorses. His statement of affairs shows seven loans totaling £72.
Eleven residents of Rabaul including officers and civilians receive Royal honours for services during the May volcanic eruption in the New Guinea Territory. Names include Brigadier General Walther Ramsay McNicol and Judge Frederick Beats vont Phillips, with other officials and medical personnel cited for meritorious service.
Lawmakers from the Legislative Assembly pressed protests against American belt policy affecting local exhibitors. Acting Chief Secretary Aly Gallant signaled intent to push a measure though it faced delays. Government efforts to pass a reform before Christmas were described as ongoing.
The Premier announced Justice Halse Rogers as Royal Commissioner to examine Mr Lang’s allegations about the state industry sales. The inquiry targets sales of The State Theatre Wipe Works and Reliance 8 Works, Bitty Beckwarie, and Blake Metal Quarries, seeking truth and potential improprieties by government or associates. Mr Stevens urged a lead into the inquiry while Mr Tully pressed for rights and timely access to representation.
In Sydney Tuco the Legislative Assembly hears a notice from Lang seeking expanded authority. The proceedings reference industrial materials and a proposed move by a commission related to royal and colonial matters. The exact details are garbled but indicate escalation of contentious jurisdiction and oversight.
The Air Accidents Station Committee completed its interim report on a series of aircraft accidents at Charleville and return avenues. It forwarded the document to Defence Minister Mr Thorby, who is due in Melbourne tomorrow. Further findings will follow as other expert reports on engine misfirings become available.
A floor collapse at David Homes Ltd new building on Market Street caused three workers to fall. Two men died and a third was trapped, later freed by colleagues. One worker survived with minor injuries. the accident is blamed on a defect in an upright support. The injured were treated at hospital.
In a High Court decision, the appeal by Wool growers over insurance claims and fire losses was slowed. The case revolved around stored wool destroyed by a fire and whether the company was entitled to full value for the wool and related services. The ruling weighed fairness to the initiators of the wool deal against recovery of associated losses from insurers and brokers.
The North Canperra branch will hold a social at the Ring Club pavilion with an upcoming program arranged. Invitations extend to ex servicemen and their families for the event.
The State Cabinet today commuted the death sentence of George Thornton, 18, a groomsman, who was convicted of shooting Mary Lerry, a cook, at Angelong Station near Tucont in September. He will serve life in penal servitude.
At a City Council meeting Alderman Nock was elected Lord Mayor for the coming year. The allowance includes £2000 for 1VB8 tow and an additional £1500 for anniversary celebrations.
The Transport Minister Mr Bruxner outlined Measures to curb motor vehicle theft and fraud. Convicted repeat offenders would face up to three years licence bans and penalties including fines or imprisonment. Vehicle owners would be registered to deter undisclosed mortgages and used car dealer licensing would be introduced.
A gang of Arabs assaulted Jewish policemen in the Tiberias suburb while attempting to seize arms. One officer resisted the attack. other details remain unclear from the fragmented report.
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