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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Dec 19, 1933
Page
2
Blundell died at Canberra Hospital in his 80th year. Funeral 7.30 p.m. today at St. John's Cemetery Canberra. Also memory notice for Nicholson, beloved sister and brother, with family mourning.
The Canberra Times announces subscription rates and delivery details including daily delivery to Canberra and Queanbeyan with special home delivery by arrangement. Orders should be communicated via the Queanbeyan number and payment details referenced. contact Mr M. F. Murray for arrangements.
Canberra weather note records temperatures and wind readings for December 18. Maximum reached about 34 hours, minimum around 43.1. Wind speeds noted with several garbled units, reflecting aged OCR from Monany region.
Canberra forecast from Mount Stromlo Health Solar Observatory outlines astronomical data for Tuesday December 19. Sun rises at 4 46 am and sets at 7 17 pm. Moon rises at 12 36 am. Major planets Venus and Jupiter visible with times given, including Jupiter rising at 9 am and setting at 9 31 pm.
The Canberra community mourns the death of George Blundell born 1878, remembered for public service and teaching. The piece notes his role in education policy debates, references the Constantin Commission inquiry, and lists local figures and places connected to his life in Canberra and surrounding areas.
M Justice Langer Owen, president of the Bribery and Secret Commissions Prevention League, urged Press and public support in a NSW Institute of Journalists address. He called for public activism to combat corruption in politics, business, and industry, noting graft reports in Britain and Sydney and urging Parliament and public bodies to act.
Commonwealth government departments in Canberra announce holiday arrangements. Offices will be closed on Friday through January 2 with limited staff on duty to attend to essential postal and service duties.
Noritam Mian, private secretary to the Analatuyit Treasurer Laumey, left for Hydnay and will be absent from Canberra until June. The Assistant Treasurer Mr. Qaay will return to Canberra on Friday to spend Christmas and New Year holidays, then depart for a month’s leave. Miss Te. 8. Waller of the Prime Winter Department sells cammenes and plans leave on Friday for a holiday in Bya.1
Fragmentary minutes describe a Canberra advisory council session with references to postal services, city planning at Manuka, and Capital Hill works. The document highlights considerations about new facilities, tree planting, tram and road plans, and weather impacts on transit. It mentions officials such as Mr Shakespeare, Mr Daley, and the Department of Internal Affairs in a dense, era-appropriate tone.
Moore's Colts edged West Lucanbeyan by 41 runs in a friendly game. Highlights include M Kay top scoring with 43, Dendall at Kylyay 43, and Blundell and Kendall contributing steady innings as Moore's side posted 178 after twelve wickets.
A council discussion centers on road deviation near Pitxs Th eyund with Mr Bhake proposing removal and a new alignment. The report cites engineering concerns, potential land needs, and the aim to support a future National Hortultural Society setup in Canberra with plans for architecture and landscaping chairs.
In a weeklong rifle shooting event at the Queanbeyan rifle range Mtr J Huyhen showcased skill and outfit. The competition featured archery like stages including a highen fed and wind wind in the Hirax foot-off. Chariton led a key group with four shots, while Hughey and Chariton were noted for notable performances.
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