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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Feb 06, 1935
Page
2
The passage describes a home delivery proposal referencing timing, a date, and a Canberra context. It mentions communication of addresses and an entity called The Can and notes previous day order details.
Weather desk in Canberra records rainfall data for the current year at Gunberra. The report lists daily totals for February 5 with maximum and minimum temperatures and rainfall amounts.
A.R.U. evening commercial and matriculation classes announce an application period beginning Monday February 25. The program targets working adults seeking practical trade and academic skills through extended evening sessions.
Premier Sir Stanley Argyle at Malvern Town Hall touted fiscal gains since 1932 with reduced deficits and debt growth. He proposed a rural relief board to handle farm debt adjustments, a three year afforestation program costing £750,000, and six months work annually for 3,000 men.
Becoming cloudy and cool with scattered thunder showers. Fresh squally south east winds sweep the region.
Canberra editorials warn that Britain France and other powers seek an aerial extension of Locarno risking Australias involvement. If Britain enters war Australia cannot remain neutral and faced with any aggression or alliance commitments would provide active support in every possible direction.
A pine tree in Crawford Street Queanbeyan was felled with a crowd present and the Municipal Council’s destructionist majority backing the move. Deputy Mayor Alderman A K Johnston, who ordered the cut, lamented the wisdom but said the action aimed to restore peace and council harmony ahead of a new mayor. Ald. J Esmond was hinted as likely next mayor, with Ald. J Esmond possibly stepping in if Ald. Bruce does not seek the post.
The Prime Minister Lyons commends Sir Stanley Argyle and his government for leading Victoria to early recovery and halving unemployment. He argues only the Argyle Government can complete the work, opposing the Lang Labor Party stance of repudiation and confiscation.
The Premier Sir Stanley Argyle described the Lang Party efforts in New South Wales as disingenuous and noted that the Labour Party in Victoria has declared for Labour, stating it cannot do otherwise amid party tensions.
Federal capital territory plans a new bridge to span the Murumbidgee at Uriarra and rehabilitate Brindabella Road. The Uriarra road will connect the district to Canberra avoiding the Cotter route. the old structure washed away by the 1025 river. Tender calls anticipated once plans finalize and contractor previously let for the superstructure. overall work aims to restore traffic soon.
Nominations for four Government nominees to the Queanbeyan District Hospital board close on Thursday with an election set for February 22. Several current members have delayed submitting their names while awaiting Government nomination. A telegram was sent to speed the process and avoid missing chances. The board’s systematic contribution scheme, started by the board, is gaining approval as resident signups near 200.
Representations by the Japanese legation and prospects of a wider Australia Japan trade pact prompt an early review of the 60 per cent surcharge on fancy goods toys and jewellery. Secrecy surrounds negotiations with Tokio as submissions proceed and decisions loom near weeks end.
Lord Semphill, the British authority, sent a letter to Minister for Defence Mr Parkhill commending the Civil Aviation Department in Australia. He states the organisation and work are of very high standard and facilities for flyers are exceptionally good. Your people are doing very fine work.
Arrangements established for Oaks Estate children in the Federal Territory to receive diphtheria protection under medical supervision at Queanbeyan Municipal Clinic. Health Officer reported three diphtheria cases in January, with many cases previously at Osaka Estate. Many children already treated with satisfactory results, others being treated privately at home.
Mr. K. B. Foenandder, the Hospital Commission organiser, said the response yesterday was gratifying and few approached people refused the plan. Some initial skeptics have now signalled plans to join the system.
A large deputation from the Federal Tiern' Association met Minister Mer Lyons to press 14 points, highlighting double taxation on land profits. MP Mr Fairbairn urged abolition of the land tax, arguing it would revive land investment and employment, though Lyons warned budget balance is not yet satisfactory.
Sydney railway traffic for the six months ended December 31 shows a revenue rise of £351,728 over the previous year. Passenger numbers climbed by 1,380,639, with December setting a record at 13,972,968. Country station revenue rose £63,274 and suburban revenue £39,635. general merchandise revenue increased to £1,797,221. Total goods tonnage reached 5,041,065, up 881.44.
A deputation of 138 solicitors met with the Minister for Justice to press changes to the Legal Practitioners Bill. They warned the bill could be drastic and unfair, especially on one-year costs to the Fidelity Fund, and questioned audit controls. The minister indicated a reply by Monday and noted the bill’s urgency as government aims to push measures through. The session also discussed auditing by the Law Institute and the need to warn the institute of other solicitors’ suspected misdeeds.
Regulations likely to permit ship owners to install certain equipment on vessels with approval. Draft provisions aim to standardize gear aboard ships and ease compliance for operators.
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