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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Dec 18, 1934
Page
4
An ad argues children brush teeth when toothpaste tastes pleasant and promises better cleaning. It touts Colgate’s Peppermint Foam for twice daily use and claims seven stain types are removed without enamel scratching. The copy mentions ingredients and distribution details in a dated style.
A woman describes her health decline and gradual recovery after taking Kruschen pills. She credits the remedy for clearer urine, weight changes, and reduced fatigue. The ad claims six different salts in each batch are standardized by qualified chemists, offering a 3 shillings per bottle price.
A Commonwealth Statistician bulletin reports modest falls in grocery prices in capital cities and thirty towns in November.Overall declines ranged 1.2 to 1.3 percent in several states with Tasmania and New South Wales showing smaller dips. Flour fell across states while eggs rose and butter varied by region.
The Chief Officer of Police urged Canberra residents to secure premises during Christmas absence, report any offences, and ensure fire safety for campers and producers. Authorities warned about grain fire risk and its danger to plantations, noting a slight downward trend in meat prices across states.
A Sydney conference between the Federal Capital Territory Cricket Association and the New South Wales Cricket Association discussed admission of NSW residents to Canberra promoted matches, representation on the Australian Board of Control, and possible recognition of a separate capital territory cricket state. Officials from both sides outlined positions, with NSW prepared to consider constitutional amendments while the Canberra association pushes for eventual full recognition through NSW and the Board of Control.
A deputation representing Lae Marines Union urged Lt. Earle Page to make two way radio communication nets for all coastal vessels compulsory. The minister noted the £360 cost to equip a panel with a suitable unit and said expert examination will determine the best system. He added States would cooperate to supply small ships with emergency equipment.
Police probing a Wellington shooting fatality report an elderly Raymond Kine, 86, killed by gunfire from two pistols during a disturbance at Wishone. Witnesses describe confusion as bystanders heard a struggle before a final shot was fired.
The Federal Reserve System reduced the maximum interest rate on time and savings deposits and announced that all pan Federal Reserve banks insured by the FDIC will be united. The move aims to cheapen credit and stimulate banking recovery. About 14,000 or nearly all national banks fall under this category.
The Postmaster General announced reduced ordinary rates for radio telephone calls to and from Britain. From 8 pm December 26 to 4 am December 25, and from 9 pm January 1 to 4 am January 2, the tariff will be 1 pound per minute with a minimum charge of 3 pounds.
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