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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Dec 28, 1935
Page
2
Fragmented weather notes from Canberra list barometer readings early and late, temperatures around 34 hours ending, rainfall and UV details unreadable or garbled. Key figures include a 3000 inch barometer reading, 0.04 inch rainfall, and temperatures near 57 degrees.
Australian star Jack Crawford said he is too tired and will not travel to represent Australia in the 1968 Davis Cup. He cited fatigue and lack of form and warned coaching officials that his decision could be a blow to the team and drew critics’ unfavorable views from supporters and media alike.
A garbled report notes Hopman’s regret over a decision impacting Australia’s chances. The article hints at a setback tied to future prospects against a foe, with unclear details and damaged phrasing surrounding Seren Anetreni and eQrei.
Canberra workers fear a lean New Year as employment remains scarce. Some registrants lack residential qualifications, unfairly taking Canberra jobs from local residents. Administrations urged to review rolls and ensure Canberran relief workers receive full work share.
Diverse church services listed across towns with Holy Communion Evensong and sermon sessions. Clergy include Rev. Fr. Riley Rev Jun Mardman Rev. C J W Faulkner and Rev P M Haydon with times from early morning to evening across St Christopher Forrest St Patrick Causeway and surrounding districts.
In Forrest and nearby, several churches announce Sunday services. At Church of St Andrew Forrest worships at 11 am and 7 pm with Rev C E Twinbellh and Rev James Thorton leading. Intermediate C E Choir and Reid, Mr G Rauthweil, conduct. West Ridge ministers at 11:45 am and 7:20 pm with Rev James Thomson and Mr Denton. Sault Church hosts Rev Dr A J Waldock at 2:45 pm with Sunday School at 7:11 pm on Keep Your Eyes on the Look.
The report notes Cyril Robert David Testimony, aged to disappear from a lecture room, later found dead in a pool over a foot deep. Christian Science services are held Sundays at 7:20 in Alberts Hay Danberre lecture room. Rev. C Turnbull to conduct services tomorrow with topics Goodness and Mercy and Numbering Our Days. Sunday School to start at 3:45 PM.
Crawford Astres Queanbeyan death on Christmas Day marks the passing of Mary Lee aged 78. She was deeply connected with Queanbeyan society, daughter of the late William Lee, and lived with sisters Mina D Lee and Mrs Gannan on Crawford Street. A wake of relatives from Queene Vand Toowoomba and Springshaw arrived, with burial in Queanbeyan Cemetery officiated by Rev Father O Connor in the Roman Catholic section.
Defendant pleaded guilty to charges including indecent language and drunkenness. Sentences: £2 fine with three days hard labour on indecency. 10 shillings fine with one day hard labour for drunkenness. Arrest occurred December 28 near Monaro, with disorderly conduct en route to lockup and later public disturbance.
The article notes possible knighthoods in the New Year Honors list, including the President of the Senate Senator P J Lynch and the Speaker of the House Mr G J Bell. It mentions Lynch entering a second three year term and Bell's uncertain acceptance. It also hints at defence and public service figures as potential honorees, with A Parkville viewed as a likely recipient and several officials previously named as possibles.
William George Riley known as The Count fled Prince Henry Hospital early Friday. NSW police and detectives sweep Long Bay scrub for him after his escape from care during convalescence following a August 13 house breaking and receiving sentence. He was last seen in his ward in pyjamas and may have been aided by friends with a car and fresh clothes.
Admiral Quaml, Navy Minister, defended a defence budget of £62,400,000 accounting for 47 percent of national expenditure. He warned that the domestic and international situation demanded no relaxation of vigilance and urged support for army and navy personnel.
Fire at the Sports Ground Muller during a boxing event caused multiple injuries and fatalities as spectators and officials tried to escape. Rescue efforts faced severe conditions as the arena structural elements failed. Eyewitnesses describe chaotic scenes and urgent medical responses amid rising casualties.
The Commonwealth Government proposed postponing the Privy Council hearing on the dried fruit issue. New South Wales Government and producers’ organizations strongly opposed the delay.
A local Baptist church schedules two services featuring Dr Weldecte who will deliver sermons, one in the morning and another in the evening, inviting congregants to attend and hear his messages.
Illawarra aims to redeem last year’s defeat to Canberra in today’s Manners Cup match at Manis Oval. Lorn Lees stars for Illawarra while Canberra brings four changes led by C Lees and J McNamara with a strong all round lineup.
Crookwell XJ will visit Canterra on New Year’s Day marking the second Crookwell team appearance there after a prior match years ago. Special trains are being arranged to send a strong side, with an interesting game anticipated. The following players have been selected for the FCT Association: K.
A fragmented 19th century column mocks rhymes and poets, referencing Sir W. S. Gilbert and Dr. Beverly Nicholls. It discusses rhymes for month and orange, notes on xenarthens and Grantham, and recalls a critic’s view of verse invention amid playful versus serious critique.
The Queanbeyan Club organizers a major greyhound meeting with races starting at 3 10 pm and 8 40 pm on the same day. Dogs from Lithgow Rooty Hill and Wagga join local entrants, with notable appearances by Sir Timothy and Lady Tuller. The event features a potential clash between Bonlata and Our Dee as track records hang in the balance.
At Mr Maslins Burrowgong station a man opened fire during tea, injuring Herbert William Merchant in the neck and wounding others as ten adults and several children sought safety nearby. Fire was directed at windows and corridors before police captured the assailant in the garden.
Nine Sydney golfers led by Australia amateur champion Auding Sim Ferrier have arranged a visit to Canberra in January. They will arrive by plane, stay over the weekend, and play at the Royal Canberra Club links. Ferrier plans to depart Australia in February for England to represent Australia in golf championships.
Fragmented OCR notes reference Sydney 1955 events. Mentions days, aria, a recorded winow tree and figures I and 5301, with unclear names and places. No coherent person, organization, or clear outcome emerges from the readable text.
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