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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Jan 01, 1931
Page
2
OCR fragment shows a professional notice from a commercial bank agency with stray words and unclear street details, listing possible days Monday Wednesday and Friday and a street name Thaaddon. Unable to determine full context or entity details from the fragment.
The Canberra Times displays prepaid subscription rates and city notices. The notice explains postal and Commonwealth-wide delivery terms with listed rates and prepaid options.
A garbled listing of names, places, and businesses across Canberra Queeensland and New South Wales appears. It mentions Clareton Kingston Prowse Westlake Mirill Eden Bungendore Cooma J. Perkine and Mrs Kennedy with scattered hotel and station references and a note to contact the circulation manager for details.
A garbled weather note from Canberra reports a December reading with a high error rate. It lists a waning 29.82 pressure, unclear thermometer readings, and a 202 degree value. It also references monthly totals for the year to date and storm-like data.
The text discusses a system of retail stores in the United States controlled by major chain operators. It notes a few chains operate many or most of the stores, with a few hundred or more under a single brand and counting over 80 percent of chain outlets as part of the system.
Isolated thunder showers with mostly fine conditions. Cloudy and sultry early with north east winds, briefly cool, then a fresh southerly change indicated.
The Canberra Times notes a depressed mood in the Federal Capital Territory yet finds grounds for progress in the year ahead. It urges relief on rent and land values, justice for rural lessees, and renewed development to curb unemployment and youth prospects, warning against scrapping the capital.
Fragmented OCR records a late night Conservative Labour and Liberal gathering on a future self government path. Discussions touched on dominion status, imperial protection and safeguarding imperial interests with a focus on Aden and the Persian Gulf protectorates amid a British-India context.
A large fire at the Bix Pletwre Theatre in Ryda wiped out the venue and caused extensive damage. Fire crews battled the flames while investigators search for the fire’s cause amid a smoky, chaotic scene.
An odd report from Tumut describes a rich gold discovery 22 miles northeast of town. Details are garbled but reference to two gold pieces and a notable nugget are noted, with names appearing as Duthie and Floy in unclear context.
A scrambled snippet notes Republican plans failing in London amid discussions of monarchy and oppression. The fragment hints at Revolutionary sentiment and public reaction, mentioning monarchist resistance and political tension without clear dates or names.
Canberra visitors faced a closed Parliament House on Christmas Day with about 1000 tourists expected, rising to 14 800 over the holidays compared with fewer on similar days earlier. Guides kept watch as crowds marveled at Canberra’s image, while disappointment spread among those planning future tours.
Queanbeyan Veterans honour Mr I Byrnes who has served as postmaster at Duntroon for many years. He departs amid tributes from Veterans and local officials, with speakers praising his cricket support and long service. A presentation and farewell game followed the ceremony.
Fragmented notes describe a coalition influence on King and ministers. The text mentions potential moves to stabilize government, urging a bond condition and fears about Berenguers and Berenguers’ interview with the press. References to election planning and new leadership ideas appear amid distorted names and phrases.
A government notice warns that the treasury plans to remove allowances on sheep skins in the west, likely increasing prices for producers. Brewers face smaller returns under the new scheme as the tax policy shifts.
A garbled report notes a ministerial circular in New South Wales urging leniency toward landholders amid pasture destruction and rabbit baits. The minister signals possible prosecutions but promises sympathetic consideration and review of penalties under a low mood period.
Article reports Lawrie Arthur Shilbeak confessing to a double murder at a home in Adelaide. Fragments describe a child witness and police accounts of gunfire, a struggle, and bodies found in a garden area. Witness statements mention a shooting and an assault on a horse tied to a farm.
Sydney area reports allege multiple suspects including Hubert Neil Woerthesley Jenkins and Mardy Normen Trobert were charged with breaking and entering Dec 22 to 27 at Cynewey Producers' Brook of Atellathetel in Bessex. They allegedly stole 81/3.9 and a revolver from a factory on Gunilburn Street and fled during police pursuit. Detective Sergeant Matthews said the statements tie the men to the warehouse break in and the bank theft, with arrests following.
Report notes goontimer incident with Charles Turke and Cor Helis Kopel Crowley among charged labourers. Francis Fahey, John Denaro, and Francis Falwey are named in alleged attempts to unlawfully shoot. George Brown faces related charges as police investigate. Potential trial in court.
At Kensington Sydney bookmakers on the grandstand deck accepted five shilling bets amid a sparse crowd. The event saw little patronage as officials recorded minimal wagering and a general lack of enthusiasm compared with past meetings.
The article reports Canada considering a private corporation to finance farmers with banks, transport firms, insurers and mortgage houses as shareholders. It notes federal plans to support grain prices, strategic moves in world markets, and anticipated Ottawa discussions on imperial economic policy and implied marketing schemes.
In Perma a group of women disturbed a street as they cut a window with glass cutters. They fled by sealing a door while a tense scene unfolded. Investigations point to suspects tied to a broader theft pattern and an early arrest is hoped.
Sydney reports that immigration policy remains manageable as restrictions push migration from Britain to Australia. Officials say very few foreign nationals now arrive domestically, with 728 aliens traded in and 8420 sent abroad in the first nine months, while families and children face restrictions amid ongoing liquid isolation and welfare debates.
Fragmentary item notes no replies from consuls over a ban on aliens. Mentions a letter to a high official and inquiries directed to Australia and foreign countries. Details are unclear due to garbled text but indicates diplomatic communications and delays.
A historical dispatch outlines a government push to sustain and expand the domestic industry amid wartime or postwar shifts. Key figures like Blom and Reeves advocate for reforms, with calls for immediate action, workplace modernization, and protective policies to strengthen the nation’s economic base and employment.
A man feigned intoxication after a shooting in Taos is held for trial. The suspect allegedly caused injuries with a weapon during a disturbance at a home, prompting police involvement and formal charges of malicious wounding and related offenses.
Fragmentary OCR note describes a Lancashire weavers association gathering amid tensions over water power and production limits. Mentions Deaton and GPL tied to regional industry issues, with references to ponds and mechanical constraints as the meeting proceeds.
A memorial service for Douglas and his father was held at St. Michael’s Church in Cornhill attended by notable figures including Ler Harris Bir Kynaston Studd and other cricket executives and business leaders. The ceremony, marked by somber tributes, reflected on their lives and contributions.
The article reports a government minister warning bookmakers that moving their operations to Victoria or nearby areas could trigger penalties or prohibition. The note implies potential regulatory action and scrutiny of betting activities in response to transfers.
Queensland team considers strike amid unclear selection and fitness issues as players report unrest and potential walkout plans during preparations for trials and upcoming fixtures. Officials weigh risks and options.
Canadian cabinet advances a trade accord with ceremonial notes and references to Wednesday deadlines. Parker Moloney will depart Wednesday for Vancouver en route to Australia for talks on the agreement.
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