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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Dec 31, 1935
Page
2
Publication notice from The Canberra Times referencing ownership and arrangement details. Mentions prior version and ongoing adjustments, with unclear phrasing about names and terms. Contains readable fragments indicating notice of publishing arrangement and editorial changes without full clarity.
Incomplete OCR text shows fragmented weather details across areas with unclear timing and conditions. No solid forecast data or concrete measurements available to form a reliable summary.
Richardson and Wrench Ltd located at 92 Pitt Street Sydney. The note records a business address in central Sydney with the firm name and street listing.
A contemplative essay on the passage of the year and the mix of regrets and achievements. It notes wars in Africa and Asia, ongoing advances in technology, and persistent global poverty, while urging restraint, kindness, and firm resolutions for a better coming year. It closes with universal wishes for a hopeful New Year.
In Mo mero Mtrest Queanbeyan yesterday afternoon Ros Cretan son of Paul Cretan Cooma Road Queanbeyan sustained severe injuries from a bicycle lorry collision. The lad was riding on the handlebars of the bicycle when struck by a lorry near Monaro Street. He suffered multiple fractures and severe thermal injuries and was taken to the district hospital in a critical condition.
The rifle shooting event at the Quessbeyan Rifle Range Sunday showcased high standards. C. Storey achieved a possible score while I. Lewis and J. W. Gibbs matched the handicap left. The Annual Aggregate for 0 yards gathers four ranges across 200, 400, and 700 yards, tracing progressive leader scores.
The report lists early scores for six rounds with Py J Harman at 397 and J Taylor at 26, Lewis alpha1 with 204, C Storey 204, and G Gregory 270. Several riflemen have yet to shoot from the 600 yard range, and these scores will influence the leaders as the competition progresses.
A concise report notes a successful meeting at Bomiton with races listed. Key participants include Malan and Goemme Beyett, with results showing first and third places. The fragment mentions Collins and Ene affiliations and a 300 unit event.
A 25 year old rescuer, Albert Taylor, who won the Royal Humane Society silver medal three years ago, reenacted heroism yesterday. Bela Darty and a boy named Dorothy were involved in danger of drowning as a large mob of hares and others were swept ashore. The event drew rescuers and divers to the scene to save those at risk.
A vehicle owned by Mr. J. Simmie was reported stolen from a local picture theatre. Police urge residents to report any sighting or information leading to the recovery of the car and the recovery of the vehicle.
The Scottish fraternity will host the Hor Manay Ball at Albert Hall on New Year’s Eve. Visitors are expected to attend, and dress is to be formal. Local organizers and attendees anticipate a festive celebration to welcome the new year.
The Church of England plans New Year Day services marking the Feast of Circum doko and Holy Commune with observances led by parish clergy. Congregations are invited to join in morning prayers and communal rites.
Visitors flock to Parliament House with over 4,000 toured by yesterday. Guides note rising daily crowds despite rain and the season promises buoyant weeks ahead. Cars from Victoria New South Wales and South Australia swarm Canberra streets as workers return from holidays and services resume.
Vic Veux and Demmy Purcell fought at Rushcutter Bay Stadium with Veux aggressive from the start and Purcell failing to show his best form. Veux won eight of ten rounds while Purcell claimed a few late exchanges but could not overturn the Frenchman’s lead. The referee warned Veux for holding but the crowd favored the Frenchman as Purcell faded.
Two men, one formerly blind for 38 years, have had bandages removed after eye grafting operations in London. One patient can distinguish colors and copy letters, while the other, Fred erick Young of Luton, regains limited sight after an explosion left him blind.
A brief note discusses furniture made from waste cellulose and textile byproducts. It mentions Zane Grey and a picturesque approach for a fishing film, highlighting industrial materials repurposed into furniture. The blurb suggests a thematic link between sustainable design and cinema aesthetics.
A scrambled race card notes Rustler at 12 to 1 and Gooanlt at 6 to 3 with other horses and odds unclear. The fragment hints at jockey performances and betting odds from a Sydney event but lacks complete names or outcomes.
Market notes from Monday show heavy demand at Homebush with prices firm for prime leverages as buyers hold back due to Thursday's refusals. Wethers and ewes softened slightly amid irregular bidding while cattle futures faced similar pressure and yarding remained lean. Prices quoted include bullocks 3 to 1d, cows 4 to 8, and various lines per 100 lb.
Fragmented OCR recounts various items from a historical periodical, listing food pests, Jewish migration to Palestine, anniversaries, tax notes, travel fares, and scientific curiosities. It mentions 22,000 German Jews in Palestine over two years, a 480th anniversary, per capita taxes, and diverse random observations on marriage, fashion, and ancestry.
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