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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Dec 27, 1935
Page
2
Fragmented weather text for Canberra shows inconsistent measurements, times, and units. Readable details include temperatures around 68 degrees at morning and 58 degrees later, plus unclear rainfall and pressure figures.
An accident involving a streetcar near Hornsby caused fatalities and injuries as a vehicle overturned after travelling at speed. Aubrey Fors and Cherise were among those affected, with one person fatally injured and others sustaining unknown serious harm.
The Canberra Times argues that tourist travel to Canberra suffers from decades of government ownership of hotels. It notes lack of foresight since 1926 when public ownership began. Proposes that new private accommodation will soon ease shortages, accusing government policy of restricting private capital and failing to serve touring public. Government-owned hotels incur losses while three new buildings approach completion.
Thousands of pilgrims from around the world gathered in Bethlehem and Jerusalem for Christmas Eve services at the Church of the Nativity. Ethiopians joined the observance, even as their own holiday began later, while bells rang in the Basilica adjacent to the holy site.
New York reports a strong Christmas season amid the Depression with tax collections and consumer spending rising. Nationwide surveys indicate a large percentage uptick from 1934, as many businesses distribute profits and wage increases lift worker morale and orders.
In Naples and across Italy worshippers sought solace in Christmas rites as war, sanctions, and privations weighed. The Pope urged duty while Mussolini and royal notables kept busy with diplomacy and quiet observances.
Canberra posted 232 in 50 overs with McQuirk taking two wickets and Merriman contributing 80. Goulburn replied 150 all out as Merriman and Leahy staged a late stand, McGuirk taking five wickets to seal a ten run Canberra victory.
Fragmentary OCR yields a muddled sports item listing players such as Kimmerton Leahy Brown Bowmpo Merriman Croker and Gowtramane, with incomplete team references and vague scoring notes. The text shows numerous garbled names, stray letters, and missing context, preventing a clear event or outcome.
Sydnet heavyweight contender Jock Carpal decisively out pointed the Dutch challenger Van Claverwo at Lie Bydnay Apoeta Ground UK round. Carpal controlled the action with sharp jabs and clean combinations to claim victory on points amid a lively home crowd.
The Chelaiman Festival filled Mt John Church and multiple parish centers with record attendance. Over 400 Communions were made during the day as the Ladies Guild decorates the church in blue and white. Rev Fr Riley to preach at St John services and reside at the Rectory in January.
Midnight Masses at Christopher's and at Parris Yanberra drew large attendances on Christmas Eve. Other parish services were well attended with many taking Holy Communion.
The sermon at Central Methodist Hall by Rev J G Owen MA urged repentance over superficial piety. He warned that self seeking and ritual worship hardened hearts against the seed of eternal life and the true mercy of Christ, calling for humility and readiness for his coming.
An Italian labourer named in the Perth court appeared on murder charges after authorities found burnt human remains near Merchess’s farm. The suspect was arrested in Perth following the discovery and is held for further proceedings.
Fragmentary OCR notes indicate a Saturday match at Ovalam with F.C and Chet Vanmas, but starting time and other details remain unclear due to corrupted text. No definitive teams, venue, or kickoff time are readable.
A heated hospital board session centered on Dr Nott and the secretary’s handling of a wartime service claim. Members pressed for regret over remarks and questioned qualifications and fairness in considering applicants, with tense exchanges between Dr Nott, Mr Green, Mr McFadyen, and Mr Evans. The chair urged compromise as the board sought to resolve the dispute.
At a Canberra hospital board meeting it was revealed that three visiting medical officers denied knowledge of a letter to the Minister for Health criticizing the board. Drs James Holt and Clyde Inlay, among others, disputed awareness, while Dr Finlay chaired the visiting medical officers. The board resolved to identify those involved, issue apologies to the innocent, and consider redress for affected colleagues.
Mrs Tillyard urged an oath inquiry into alleged statements by Mr MacFayden made at a public meeting. She said electors should see him examined publicly, noting the meeting was called for that purpose and advertised. She read the allegations but refused to be drawn into further debate pending the inquiry.
Dr W Nott addressed a Canberran audience detailing a suggested hospital board to be elected by the board from among its members. She noted a petition to Maryon Riverett Raich had support, and the meeting approved the proposal while a deputy chair was discussed.
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