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Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Dec 20, 1927

Page

4

Publishing Notice for The Canberra Times Subscriptions

The Canberra Times announces subscription rates and mailing details with a list of representatives and agents across New South Wales and Canberra. It specifies post free delivery on receipt of orders and provides contact points for advertising and distribution through The Times Building and accredited Sydney agents.

Meeldourne Gurdon & Gotech Ltd Canberra Times Times Amalie Canberra Sydney Country Pross Co-op Co of Australia Ltd T Barrackst Reuters Ltd Belmont Buildings Castlereagh Street Weston Co. Ltd Chamber of Commores Buidngs George Street Catts Patterson Co. Ltd Kent Bircet Willmott's Advertising Agency Ltd Chamber of Commerce

Christmas Clubs See Thrift Through Savings Banks

The Canberra Times notes Christmas clubs as a thrifty method used in the United States, citing Washington's savings banks where deposits reach millions for holiday purchases. It argues such clubs build thrift, educate the public, and can fund mortgages, premiums, autos, and other needs, contrasting with credit purchases and urging wider adoption in Australia. The piece suggests banks as educators and champions of pastoral savings, urging present savings over future debt.

United States Clixens Washington Christmas Savings Club Australia

Russell Hill Telephone Installation Progress

Public telephone for Russell Hill is being arranged after discussions with the Feder Capital Commission and the Postmaster-General's Department. Service is expected within a few days.

Russell Hill Feder Capital Commission

Lightning Ignites Stook in Mr Shumack Field

A thunderstorm on Sunday afternoon caused a fire in a field owned by Mr. BE Shumack at Ainslie when a stroke of lightning struck a stook in the open field. The blaze started in the stook but did not spread far, observed by Mr. Shumack from his residence.

BE. Shumack Ainslie Shumack

Bell Presented to South Ainslie Methodist Church

Sir Agron Danks of Melbourne has given a bell to the South Ainslie Methodist Church. Trustees plan immediate installation and hope it will be rung to mark the old year and welcome the new one.

Bouth Athalle Methodist Church Agron Danks Melbourne

Successful Music Pupils From Miss Gwen Paul’s Class

Pupils of Miss Gwen Paul Kostlike performed well at the Sydney College of Music exams held on December Tih and Sth. Examiner Mr Moore Mac Mahon awarded marks across piano violin and theory with several pupils achieving pass, honours or first-class honours.

Gwen Paul Kostlike Sydney College of Music Moore Mac Mahon Rose Hunt Ida Bouthwell Kathleen Field Kathleen Heselden Jean Lea Lois Eggleston Florence Noble George Mann Katherine Hates Iris Taylor Jean Maginness Mary Hates Ha Riddle Helen Clowry Andrew Duffusx Desmond Bheen Joseph English Walter Scott Eric Pare Katherine Bates Mena Taylor Beventy

Queanbeyan Church of England Men's Society Officers Elected

A Queanbeyan C E Men's Society meeting at Christ Church Rectory elected officers for the coming year led by Rev S J. Weat with Parker as president and A T Campbell Mcinnes as vice presidents S R Oakley as Hon Secretary A G Griffiths as Treasurer. New members to be admitted Sunday. There was a communion service and breakfast next day officiated by Rev B J West, who spoke on social bonds beyond religious meaning. Flowers for the altar and breakfast were from H G Colman.

Queanbeyan Church of England Men's Society Christ Church Rectory J. Weat O Lane Parker A. T. Campbell Mcinnes RB. Oakley A. G. Griffiths A. J. West Mcinney Oakley Griffiths CLE Christ Church Hector BJ. West West H. G. Colman

Topics Of The Times Census In Canberra Faces Complex Count

The yearly census on December 31 is unlikely to produce an accurate Canberra population figure. Past methods mixed the number of people present on December 3 with holiday absentees. Now mobility and road traffic hinder surveys as many residents are hard to reach.

Canberra Commission

Lobbying View From Canberra Hotel Crowds

In Canberra during debate on the Lab, the Winker for Works Mr McCallum said hotel crowds in Canberra gathered representatives of Melbourne and Sydney manufacturing and importing interests who pressed MPs at Parliament House and in hotels. He argued moving Parliament to Canberra failed to escape influence from Sydney and Melbourne.

Perth House of Representatives Winker For Works McCallum Canberra Melbourne Sydney Parliament House

Australian letter argues against autocracy and rules

A letter signed by ROBERT M. ALCORN condemns benevolent autocracy and compulsory life rules, stating such governance contradicts the temper and dignity of the Australian people. It questions privileges and living standards across wood, bud, and other sectors.

Robert M. Alcorn

Readers Views London Letter Canberra Times critique road closure

Readers protest the Federal Capital Commission plan to close the road between Blocka 0 and 21 Kambah sub-division restricting river access to Walkies Pool and Cotter Junction. J T H W Goodwin urges officials to preserve public access to the Murrumbidgee river and warns of eight miles of river frontage becoming inaccessible.

Canberra Times Ashermen Federal Capital Commission Hiocka Kambah Tromlo Federal Capital Commision Pine Island Cotter Junction Point Hut Creasings Fishers Canberra J. T. HW. Goodwin

Canberran readers urge private enterprise input to plan

A Canberra Times reader congratulates Crappia for presenting citizen views to the Public Accounts Committee. The letter argues the Federal Capital Commission lacks citizen representation and that private enterprise should have a stronger role in Territory development before commissioners. The writer notes surprise at private enterprise involvement in the capital's establishment and calls for broader input.

Canberra Times Crappia Canberra Parliamentary Committee of Public Accounts Federal Capital Commission

A Kiddies Christmas in Canberra Brightens City

Canberra children enjoy multiple Christmas tree events organized by Social Service branches. Last week Causeway Hall hosted 200 children, and 9 displays entertained about 460 kids at Acton Trussell Hill and Aindlie. Westridge Molonglo catered for 300 on Saturday, with 300 more expected tomorrow at Eastlake. Friendly Societies such as Manchester Unity, Huffaloes, and Ancient Order of Foresters provide further juvenile entertainment.

Canberra Social Service Causeway Hall Acton Trussell Hill Aindlie Westridge Molonglo Eastlake Manchester Unity Huffaloes Order of Forestera

The Flying Quorn Hunt Enjoys Autumn Send-off in Leicestershire

Report on The Flying Quorn hunt at Kirby Gate near Melton Mowbray notes a modest, crowd friendly meet with Prince of Wales and Prince Henry attending. Despite wet weather and abundant leaves, cubbing began the season with lively field interest and local spectators hoping for a glimpse of royal presence.

Leicestershire Cottesmore Kirby Gate Melton Mowbray Prince of Wales Prince Henry Gartree Hill

Youthful Jix and votes for women spark cabinet pledge

The Home Secretary pushes a Government Bill to grant women voting rights at twenty one next year. He fronts a mood of pride as Sir William Joynson Hicks argues the younger generation can shape politics, declaring he keeps pace with youth and rejects old age as a constraint.

William Joynson-Hicks Con Bervaliveri Queen Victoria Apon Home Secretary William

Sydney Jubilation Marks School Break Up

Private and public schools in Sydney and suburbs hosted speeches by prominent citizens as prize winners were honored and others disappointed. The celebration of breaking up followed with students exchanging smiles, laughter, and best wishes for the Christmas vacation as the carefree school year ends.

Sydney Airie McHoal

Upper House Reform Plans From Bavin Government

The Premier outlined that reform of the Legislative Council would be considered next session. A committee was formed to devise ways to enact reforms, amid doubts over success. The reform may change the chamber’s role, as critics note it has lost prestige and become a broad club rather than a body of governance. Rumors swirl on how changes will be made, but the Premier remains patient, intent on securing broad public endorsement and delicate handling of the issue.

Admiralty Singapore Davenport Dockyard Chatham Tyneasde Barrow Clyde Sheffield Bavin Legislative Council Uetralia Manenr J

Police Respect and Higgs Trial Reflections

The piece lauds the New Police and Chief James Mitchell for public esteem amid criticism of police, noting Higgs trial revelations sparked public ire. It argues respect for police reduces crime and emphasizes global admiration for the force and its leadership.

Unseasonable Weather Dampens Sydney Spring Hopes

Sydney endures an unusually cool and wet spell for spring with weeks of winterlike weather and weekend showers. The public and enthusiasts worry over rainfall ahead of Christmas as forecasts clash with memories of last Easter’s heavy flooding and the state meteorologist’s sunshine promises.

Sydney

Printed Publication Statement for Federal Capital Press

Printed and published by C. J. Shakespeare for the Federal Capital Press Ltd at the registered office of the company in Calorie.

C. J. Shakespeare Federal Capital Press, Ltd cuDpsey, Dlpalic, Caelrie

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