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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Feb 03, 1933
Page
4
Monthly rainfall totals for Cunburra are listed with dates and amounts. Includes figures up to January 5 and notes on records for the current year to date.
Mir J Betterman formerly assistant at Sole Glut takes over duties as professional at Canberra Golf Club. The appointment follows a service board confirmation and notes the club has operated since opening with the new professional staying in Canberra during the term. The transition includes details about the position’s start and related scheduling.
An editorial critiques Western Australia secession referendums as ill-timed and impractical. It argues constitutional reform is needed for federation to work, criticizes Sir James Mitchell, and urges focus on national programs rather than secession rhetoric. It warns only a Commonwealth referendum and state unanimity can alter federation.
A fragmented note discusses a proposed ten percent wage reduction tied to a conference plan for a regional movement. The text mentions officials and potential weeks of action, with unclear names and dates.
A Melbourne court returned a verdict in a bank loss case involving clerk Philreday and other employees. The trial cited a £430 stolen Troy incident connected to Veinary Producers and noted the courtroom action against Witmer and another employee for related charges.
Farmers and Settlers Association of ByLngy reports ongoing rabbit control efforts. A committee submitted a report detailing meat impact and proposed measures to intensify extermination of rabbits and related pests.
A garbled historical fragment discusses an arrangement and a ward, mentioning information used in compiling an intelligible piece and a new era or event. The text is incomplete, with names and details missing, leaving the exact actions and identities unclear.
A garbled Canberra bathing program for February 11 outlines a swimming carnival with handicaps and cup events. It mentions the Women's Handicap and a 100 yard event, with details about the Innings Cup and a 200 yard championship, but many words are unclear or mis-typed.
A ragged OCR note reports a wool sale with payments and volumes. It mentions quantities around 12,478 bales and a wealth of garbled words resembling details of bids, lots, and prices. Names and places are unreadable, but the event center and terms imply a market summary of a wool auction.
A fragmented report notes Auberee Grammar School plans a reopening next Tuesday. It mentions Mrs J. 8. Nendham returning Sydney University for final year, Cambridge affiliations, and various local academics and honors, with scattered biographical details and historical references.
Fragmentary report discusses Canberra and federal politics with references to critics, officials, and proposed moves. It mentions tensions in various districts and parliamentary implications, hinting at recruitment, elections, and potential reshaping of governance. Names and places are obscured by garbled OCR.
In a shift within the financial department Mr E W Yanville becomes chief accountant with a salary set at 4000 dollars, replacing a long time incumbent at the Brook line. The former accountancy head moves to admin duties with a wage of 774 per month, while the new appointee assumes responsibilities in the treasury and revenue sections.
Transcript of the O Connor inquest reveals Craig O Connor was killed by Francis Roland. Coroner finds Bessie O Connor murdered at Parnell Avenue, Motherland, with blood and a hatchet present. Evidence shows Craig admitted planning the crime weeks earlier and the court prepares trial for Roland.
The Minister stated during a late service that government efforts would focus on charity needs and ensure support. In Victoria Australia a 12 month budget included 147% fines, and brokers urged reform while public funds remained limited.
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