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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Dec 20, 1933
Page
2
The Canberra Times publishes a prepaid subscription notice offering home delivery Australia wide. The proprietor states the service provides daily newspaper delivery to homes across Canberra and surrounding regions under imperial arrangements with ordering details and contact references for subscribers.
Canberra weather data for December 19 reports temperatures from 43 to 68.1 degrees with a maximum 6.30 am reading and wind noted as NB. The file includes rainfall records and monthly totals for main rainfall at Queensland.
The Advisory Council urged an independent inquiry into Canberra’s cost of living to guide price reductions. The Government declined action, with critiques focusing on bread and milk prices and government charges. The piece argues inaction harms new residents and ongoing departmental transfers, urging concrete policy to reduce living costs.
The leading car designers weigh how to safely proceed with modern streamlining for summer markets. Industry manufacturers face decisions on safe marketing and technical steps amid evolving standards and competition.
The funeral of the late George Anadett occurred at Rt dun' Niueek Cemetery yesterday afternoon. The burial was preceded by a missal in the church. The Rev Canaan loburtsan paid tribute to the late man’s work for the church. Born near Parliament House in March 2862, he lived much of his life in service to church matters. A large gathering of mourners, including Mrs Meech and Mr Gardon, attended the grave. John Molgughian of Uriers is noted as the city’s oldest native infant.
An alleged century talk on intelligent life and cosmology explores multiple universes and planetary formation. The speaker suggests a monetary system unseen beyond our cosmos and questions whether life beyond Earth could reach a higher intelligence, while discussing the likelihood of future contact and alternate Earths.
The body of an unknown woman was found early Tuesday morning between the railway line and a luggage area near Paw Hall station. Police say the manner of death is unknown and the wound on her right ankle is the only visible mark. Initial theory suggests possible suicide or accidental fall from a moving train traveling about 40 miles per hour. She had bought a fifth ticket from The Yard station to Lion's Paint and wore a branded scarf. Investigators are pursuing leads, including a penny found on the platform and a possible age around 20.
A court case details extensive bribery involving Salvage Corp leader Brynmar Wien and others amid incitement and fraud charges. Witnesses link corruption to prior office and describe attempts to strike bribed names, with Marjorie Hawiden of North Sydney identified among those implicated. verdict includes a death penalty outcome for the accused.
Holiday trains will add extra cars on Friday and Saturday services. The Sydney express will run through to Sydney without changes, with passengers asked to arrive early. Some tours will operate as return trips and be well patronised, with special restrictions for Canberra to various stations during ship work.
The article outlines the vast rubber and tire sector in the United States with capital invested around £165,000,000 in 1923 and after taxes a business of £4,000,000. It notes 60,000 workers in manufacturing plus others in distribution, and cites a loss in 1829 amid record business, signaling shifts under NRA policies.
The Woatmaster-General Mr Pork JW after attending a postal conference will travel to England for a holiday. Ministers and officials from the Prime Minister's Department will also spend the weekend in Melbourne to rest and prepare for upcoming duties.
Fragmentary report shows Weaver facing bankruptcy discharge in a criminal context. Trial records indicate alleged concealment of assets, an unverified claim of fraud against multiple parties, and an appeal that the Full Court dismissed. Financial distress cited as cause for inability to meet costs.
The Commonwealth Council of the Allan Anil Foreign Bible Society plans to fold at its next conference in Canberra from March 2 to 104. The committee chair is Rev. Mr. Fev. ts Tullock of St. Andrew's Presbyterian Church, Darth. The society was formed in 1934 to coordinate scripture distribution across Australia, with members including prominent ministers and laypeople. Last year the society distributed over 361,000 copies and supported missionary work. total Bible distribution across Australia exceeded 71,000,000 volumes in various languages. The upcoming meeting will review activities and propose plans to establish a depot at Darwin and expand Australian reach.
A Canberra swimming club executive meeting outlined a Learn to Swim camp in Canberra with Melbourne campaign cooperation. Plans cover enrolment of 10 competent instructors, coach oversight, and pupil enrollment from February 1 to early February.
A Christma Seventy Evening will host a Cancer Amateur Swimming Club meet at the Moot grounds with wood entertainment and a live program. Officials Penne Maloney Woodacra and Thorve organize an entry covering all races. spectators can donate for a free event, with heats continuing until all contestants finish.
A bustling Capitol program features Warner Harter in a luminous role with an array of co stars including Myrna Toy and Adolphe Menjou. The cast also lists Helen Chandler and George Esst in a varied slate of features and short reels.
Canberra faces growing unemployment pressures as the government reports an influx of jobless travelers. Officials note initial measures to support the unemployed, with 69 to 80 individuals remaining in Canberra awaiting provisions and work. The Interior Department highlights ongoing efforts to stabilize local employment and provide limited daily work.
The letter outlines a public inquiry into racecourse development prospects, detailing permits, surrounding land use, and drainage. It notes a proposed site marked on plans, with emphasis on avoiding railway and watercourse impacts, slopes, soil, and environmental considerations.
Fragmented OCR text outlines plans for cottages and public works in the coming year. Mentions potential rights of way and kitchen amenities, with unclear dates and specifics.
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