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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Feb 06, 1936
Page
4
The document notes a weather forecast with a maximum wind reading and mentions Canberra data for the year. It also reports a girl injured by a motorcycle in a separate item, indicating a local accident event with minimal detail.
A European critique surveys Roosevelt's New Deal, noting suspensions of the gold standard and dollar depreciation. It argues that public works may lift prices and debt relief but raise the debt burden, with future outcomes depending on the 1936 election and policy choices.
In Melbourne on Wednesday rough winds affected the 1000 yard sprint and top skater Talve tal yee failed to place. RB Williams won the frat stage of the ina Pitee at Harethers. The Merrett Toxins’ Match went to Be Wages pair Brynakill and west with 96. Victorian Rangers’ Match claimed by the Dedald squad with a score of IP.
A Hawker built high speed fighting plane attached to Thear Toroe, stationed at Richmond, made a forced landing in a veld near Wieunian'a Poesy thiewftvenoos ue. Pilot Officer Cox walked miles to a farm to report details to air force officials. The landing was due to petrol supply running out while the plane was over the chive busn.
In Bowral on Wednesday William Pictzles aged 25 a farm employee died when his tractor rolled in soft mud crushing him. His wife has notified the tragedy.
Dr Mollison attends a Canberra hospital board session amid requests for written replies and clarifications. The discussion covers press publicity, board member statements, and a letter urging Miss Lade to withdraw her matronship application, with officials insisting meetings remain public and requests for written responses.
In the House of Commons Sir Walter Preston argued Lancashire’s cotton industry could not yet match Japan's modern machinery. He cited recent re-equipment and capital growth as steps to compete, urging Lancashire to adopt faster production and better marketing to win Empire markets.
In a damped wages era report from Bydeny the insurance underwriters seek higher rates for country football players claiming increased losses. Levee clubs dispute the hike while insurers defend it citing past claims. Over 200 instances of field injuries were recorded nationwide last year with some players receiving modest surpluses before payouts.
Mr. W. M. Hughes is reported to be en route to Canberra after a communication from the Price Minister. In Sydney, authorities say Hughes declined to reveal the letter's nature, noting only a possible alteration to the ministry. An announcement expected soon indicates Hathor will head Health and Repatriation.
U S presidency news from Washington reports Senator Borah to-day became the leading opponent to the Republican renomination while Governor Landon and Colonel Kans are mentioned as possible candidates. The Daily News notes neither has definitively announced a run.
In Sydney the deadly shark attack on a 14 year old boy near Manly prompted a swift beach evacuation and a hunt for the predator. Eyewitnesses say the shark appeared close to shore as authorities raced to capture it.
At a recent board meeting McWadyen described the hospital as very dirty and outlined inadequacies in current cleaning. A committee report prompted adoption of revised cleaning contracts for the fever department and general wards to improve sanitation hospital wide.
A two year old baby wandered about 12 miles in a bush area near Weinoniay before being found this morning. The child showed signs of thirst and fatigue but is expected to recover from the privation. Tracks near a barn drain indicated the journey and a black tracer vehicle was spotted as the search intensified.
Canberra Hospital Board sub committee report discusses allowing Queanbeyan milk into Canberra under same conditions as Canberra. objections raised over milk quality and delivery system. Further consideration deferred.
Minutes reveal disputes over Matron Everett Hindering claims and communications. Board members Green McFadyen and Molllson argue over statements, travel, and apology due, while Dr Motion weighs charges and treatment of the inquiry.
In London, the silver market remains unsettled with official intimations to resume trading shy of two months ahead. Hemoron Tor notes a tense wait since December as prices hover around 2 shillings 72 pence per ounce with little activity and wartime calm in the market.
Manufacturers praised a council resolution congratulating the Commonwealth Government and Defence Minister Parkhill for maintaining the Australia Singapore section of Empire Air Mail as a purely Australian undertaking. The move is seen as boosting air defence preparedness, supporting Australian aviation and aircraft manufacture.
Australian ministers weigh rejection of the Ayling scheme amid claims the flying boats would cruise at 1 mph, far slower than rival Dutch planes. Officials note many passengers favor faster foreign options, reducing local interest.
Canberra Hospital staff and committee members discussed proposed ambulance charges during a lengthy adjourned meeting. The board affirmed existing arrangements and noted that patient fees would not be altered this session.
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