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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Dec 16, 1931
Page
2
An advertisement promotes prosperity through farming and avoiding welfare with a Canberra Times campaign directory. It lists subscription rates, contact details, and local agents in Canberra and surrounding towns, urging early daily delivery and circulation information.
A thin newspaper item asserts that material in the issue may be construed as election related and, under the Commonwealth Electoral Act, is deemed written and signed by Arthur Thomas Shakespeare of Chapman Street Braddon PCT.
Queanbeyan records show December 11 period with max 82 and low temperature data. The year to date rainfall totals table lists monthly figures from February through December with varying amounts, culminating in a total rainfall figure.
The Telopeu Park under 14 cricket team won the Neil Blue Cup, finishing seven wins from nine. Merrick Thompson led batting with 201 runs at 24.4 and 60 not out high score, while Lea Quigg formed key opening partnerships. Goodwin claimed 30 wickets at 4.5 runs, Hoane 14 at 3.1, with Beadman taking 13. Fielding was a weakness, though Sharp excelled in catching and Thompson in behind the stumps.
New York reports that Winston Churchill was knocked down by a motor car on Sunday. Doctors warn of possible pleural hemorrhage and say it will take several weeks before he can resume his lecturing tour.
In a historical Canberra critique the writer contrasts ancient rough justice with modern governance. The piece rebukes an administration incident described as a blood feud by delaying business and interfering with daily bread. It praises admission of fault and calls for continued enterprise and restrained intervention in city affairs.
Norman Hill, 36, Australian, along with two others, was sentenced to four years in jail for conspiring to steal £1000 from Lewis Leslie Punnett by a trick. A detective testified Hill led Victoria’s operations after deserting the Royal Australian Navy in 1914 and joining the ALIF. Hill had served in war and was later jailed a year for producing papers resembling bank notes. The recorder noted credit for war service but no conviction in ten years.
Sydney authorities announce 1000 pounds for Christit mie relief projects with most recipients to receive 50 pounds each. Unemployment Relief Council requires at least 80 percent of funds go to wages and stresses permanent work funded, approved by the Chief Engineer for Local Government. A certificate of compliance must be provided.
Canberra student Allven Cleary has earned the right to use the pen name A. Eltus. A. following examination results from the Australian Music Examinations Board Australia.
Sydney reports the Executive Council approved numerous promotions among higher ranks after police complaints about delays. About 100 promotions in lower grades are expected to be issued next week.
Treasury Secretary Andrew Mellon warned debtors cannot meet full payments as economic recovery lags Britain faces a larger load due to sterling depreciation and gold standard suspension. He noted British taxpayers may bear far higher costs, and urged Congress to consider a new commission recommendation.
The Daily Telegraph reports a push for drastic revision of Germany's reparations. A statistics committee drafts a report. ministers weigh downscaling war debts with Hoover era timing unclear. International talks from Paris to Berlin loom, with Switzerland as a potential intermediary and calls for a longer moratorium on all reparations.
A report from Turaday notes a Full Court judgement on trespass involving touching a neighbour's dividing fence. The case upheld an appeal in which a person was liable for injuries from a dog bite after touching the fence, with compensation of five pounds awarded to the neighbour.
At Mudgee High School a speech day was led by Director of Education Mr G A Thomas who urged parents to keep children at school through the intermediate stage. He warned that unemployed men and women are a menace, but idle boys pose an even greater threat to the community.
Captain L B Bracegirdle Military Secretary attended the Governor General and fady Innack at the Canberra Grammar School Speech Day yesterday afternoon. He distributed the prizes along with the Governor General.
The Bishop of Goulburn warned at Gavheara Grom vennal about four perils in modern education. Government control he said narrows school destiny, misdirected parents erode discipline, premature specialisation at universities harms students, and a utilitarian trend yields practitioners ignorant of broader culture.
The Government savings Bank, now merged with the Commonwealth Bank, opened with few deposits and steady activity. Hundreds queued early but withdrawals dominated, totaling about ten percent of deposits, while officials praised orderly conduct and noted light crowds later.
The article notes bankers defend the strength of banking institutions including the Commonwealth Bank, saying policy actions were driven by experience and real wealth, not politics. It cites figures like Mr Havin and references to Nowro and Tr eneb leading Avetraiin amid the economic storm.
The inquiry into the bread industry continues with Baker Piddington reportedly refused supplies and letters of inquiry reveal he is a Master Baker Association member. Justice Piddington indicates further measures may be issued to secure cooperation, while some fear coming forward despite legal protection.
The Mederma Labour Party spokesperson Mr E J Theodore outlined plans for a Labour Government to reform the banking system to channel more funds into land development, maps and construction works, aiming to create employment for tens of thousands.
A pet Airedale dog triggered a panic at a Melbourne day care when dynamite fragments were reported. Staff failed to restrain the animal as the incident escalated and bystanders feared a larger explosion. No injuries were reported.
Harold Hokeon, 45, escaped from a private hospital in Homebush India, early morning, and committed self harm by throwing himself under a speeding train. His body was found later between the rate.
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