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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Feb 06, 1929
Page
4
Fragmentary OCR reads like a colonial era newspaper notice listing postal or telegraph rates and names J. Dunne and OC Gunn along with a city reference. The readable bits show a government or press office context for rate publication and orders, typical of a period postal tariff notice. The fragment mentions The Canberra Times and authorities in Canberra.
Readers alert to early morning delivery issues with The Canberra Times as circulating complaints mention various outlets and distributors in Bonding areas. Names such as M Fallick, J C Beasley, G A Innes and NLB W Rookatall are noted alongside railways and hotels in Narooma Pambula and Sydney.
The ceremony at AL Mary's Church was delayed as the bride arrived late, after her father fetched her from the house following a mistaken belief that transport had been arranged. The groom and clergy waited, then the bride entered ten minutes after the appointed time and the ceremony proceeded.
The Eight Hon Kir Adrian rox and Lady Rianehaven host official guests at Government House as Acting Inspector Hinds takes over Boga district while A. Dyceleuven Chundingall awaits next week. Notable figures include Mr Patrick Cimat elected 1925 president of the National Bog Homiery of New South Walon and Mrs KE Harkness with kin celebrating a 78th birthday at Drare Kutogmba. A northbourne cricketer Alf Conran heals from a poisoned arm as district officials, B C Goddard and Dr A Cole, act for their company.
Printed and published by C. J.Phake speare for the Reders Capital, Press, Ltd. as the registered.
fragmentary weather note lists unreliable strings and unclear times. It mentions 86 degrees and 48 degrees in parts with scattered phrases like thermometer and max/min values. Unable to determine complete forecast or dates from the OCR noise.
Rainfall totals report for the year to date lists January as the first month with its recorded total. The document fragment ends with a note that January totals are specified as total points, but the remainder of the monthly figures are not shown.
The Queanbeyan weather record is incomplete with garbled period end data. Readings show a 9 am period, but maximum and minimum temperatures and rainfall figures are unreadable.
The document lists monthly rainfall totals for the current year to date, noting January figures and a miscellaneous entry showing “walat 4 4 ae” which appears garbled. No clear final totals or other months are legible.
The noon forecast describes unsettled, windy conditions across Canberra and Victoria with showers and thunder in places. It notes east to northeast winds, warm spells interspersed with rain, and variable conditions across Western Australia and Queensland with scattered showers and cloud cover overall.
Noon reports show Victoria-Ovenmud and Gippaland unsettled with mist and showers in western districts. Westerly coastal winds and inland south to southeast winds elsewhere, with heavy thunderstorm activity and rain in eastern and southern areas. Sydney and Queensland markets note mixed skies, with rain in the north and trade-wind effects elsewhere. Maximums vary, with many regions seeing light to heavy rain and brief severe bursts.
A terse note indicates Reuters World Service is included in the compilation by special arrangement, alongside other information services. The fragment references an over oonneers-i and a r therein, suggesting an editorial or sourcing note within a broader package.
The article discusses Canberra hosting the Parliament opening for the Eleventh Commonwealth Parliament, highlighting national challenges, the impact of the British Economic Mission, and the need for unity beyond party politics. It notes Australia's vast continental development, reliance on primary production, and upcoming financial needs including loan renewals to fund growth and employment.
The government party met to decide that when the Legislative Assembly reconvenes next Tuesday it will adjourn for a fortnight. The Premier cited the death of Mr Bruntnel and the ensuing extra work as primary reasons. The legislative programme for needs Beene was outlined to members.
The Ped coral Capital Commission expects its annual report and balance sheet for the year ending June 30, 1928 to be introduced in the House of Representatives this week. Anbes work is noted as pending.
Dr. Ferdinand Ellerman of Mount Wilson Observatory describes flames leaping from the sun’s surface at 20000 miles per minute and reaching up to half a million miles high during an eclipse. Early astronomers in 1808 debated whether three prominences belonged to the sun or the moon.
An astronomer observed flame tongues without waiting for an eclipse and proved they originated from the nun. While studying these tongues, Chant Peweeawaier conveyed belief in bellum existence as gas now used to lift Navy.
The farewell meeting for Mr Wearne of St Stephen's Presbyterian Church Queanbeyan thanked him for years of service and celebrated his upcoming departure. The mayor and church members praised his ministry, and gifts were presented to Mrs Wearne and family. Attendees from local churches shared messages as the congregation sang Auld Lang Syne and a supper followed.
In Sydney the timber strike began with 250 workers marching to the yards while a tense standoff with police occurred. The Sydney and Suburban Trader Merchants Association pledged to respond as losses from Judge Bakin’s ruling were awaited and strike pay arrangements were discussed.
Fragmentary OCR notes mention limited mills still operating in the metropolitan area and reference an association and local workers. The text is garbled with missing letters and unclear specifics.
A garbled notice requests police protection for a named individual or event. The fragment references Taber and Shenekete with unclear details, lacking concrete dates, places, or official actions.
A garbled report from a local mill describes idle conditions and a looming strike. The text references Hardy and Perma, with a note on a timer and a 8th door, suggesting a delayed or uncertain outcome amid team tension.
A readers letter discusses Bevin and people curtailing territory powers, debating Commonwealth authority over the territory and a proposed map. The writer criticizes federal influence, mentions the Federation, the Constitution, and the High Court, and urges action by residents to counter perceived overreach. The piece reflects local frustration with national governance and calls for civic response.
A Tuesday incident in Mumbella left Mire W. Pilalett badly burned after a pot of boiling water was lifted and a hot door fell on her ankle. The blaze caused severe, bone-deep injuries and intense pain before she was freed.
In a cryptic note the croquet results list Mrs Kel defeating Maes 26 to 5 amid scattered names and partial phrases. Other terms include heat, meet, and winnings by Mrs AWhrey and Abr Carri with unclear outcomes and missing details.
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