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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Jan 01, 1938
Page
2
The Canberra Times lists subscription rates and contact details for Canberra, Queanbeyan, and surrounding districts. It mentions dates and offices including Mort Street Canberra and Capitol News, with associated names and local businesses in Bungendore and Cooma.
Weather report from Canberra notes scattered readings with temperatures around mid to high twenties, rainfall inches, and wind speeds varying through the day. Forecast indicates cooler night temperatures and a brief cold spell with reported figures for neighboring areas and overall climate conditions described in terse measurements.
The Queanbeyan Branch hosted a New Year’s Eve party at the Blue Room of Hotel Canberra. Members and friends gathered for a festive evening with arrangements run by a committee directed by the Tweenther group. King provided music by Pogoun’s Orchestra and a supper was served.
Weather bulletin notes fine conditions with possible night or morning mist and fog in southern districts. Light south east to south westerly breezes, modest temperatures expected with limited cloud.
The piece reflects on the passage of 1937 and the dawn of 1938, urging individual responsibility as nations and people face an uncertain future. It notes upheavals in Europe, tensions abroad, and Australia’s cautious recovery, stressing that progress depends on personal effort within a democratic framework for the new year.
A Thursday evening BBC transmission cut mid speech due to an on air interruption causing a clash between speakers. Listeners reported a heated argument followed by noises and shouting before the feed resumed.
Second Sunday After Christmas services at St John s include Communion at 12 am Morning Prayer and Sermon at Archdeneon Sunbarisan 7 10 am Evening song at Bevin Archieneon Robert St Philly Kingston 9 am Holy Communion 1 am Chilkens See vlog Atchdeneon Koberwan 70 pm Me J Colwell LEE Sulton Tvensany Hall No Morning service New Year s Day Masses listed for St Christopher Worrost Tamy 9 30 am St Patrick s Hidden St Francis Hall 9 30 am Confirmation To-day and Tomorrow At Christophes s 4 30 8 pm 77 30 Asin anon Bt putrieless ade pam TAB Bat St Chrismphone Forrest Ta vat Bn i Datrink e Redden nam St Krunieis Fall 4 30 Kan A Wm West eilen detailed schedule follows various churches and services Methodist and others listed with times and topics for New Year reflections and Sunday School 2 January m 6 p m Ribbet for Sunday s Lesson Ser All invited to attend church events and readings 280 yr bun
The notice lists Church of England services and events at John s Church Kingston St Paul s Kingston and Bl John s Church with mentions of sabbath services during holidays. It references a rector or preacher Mr Colwall and arrangements for soul revival and community gatherings, along with a telephony contact 705 for further details.
A fragmented notice describes Baptist services to mark the New Year. It mentions morning prayer with a focus on the church and congregation, followed by a First Communion service in the afternoon and a farewell gathering in the evening. Some visitors from Canberra are noted to have left, while others remain in the city.
A mass walkout by workers at Mortlake Works and related facilities risks disrupting ud in the matrapetiten market. Engineers and electricians joined a protest againstElixing of mn bullet maker, with unions warning the Australian Goalight Company divisions may see supply delays.
The speech reflects cautious optimism for 1987 with Australia’s population growth, higher wages, and employment gains as central, while warning that rapid global changes and imperial tensions threaten progress. It notes concern over Europe and global instability, urging sustained effort, balance, and international cooperation to maintain living standards and growth.
Vast swarms of grasshoppers move toward Canberra, covering about 42 miles from the capital, with advance ground reporting in Gungellia and nearby areas. Grazing communities fear pasture damage as the insects approach, threatening district farms and stock. A government or scientific presence is noted in monitoring efforts, while reports hint at possible weather or ecological triggers behind the outbreak.
A Royal Commission conducts a state works sale with pipe works displayed and examined by inspectors. Officials report ongoing demonstrations, noting pricing terms, sale dates, and participation by major contractors. Local observers attend to evaluate available bids and material conditions.
A parliamentary inquiry discusses the State Monitor Pipe Works profits and potential government instructions for adoptions by publishers. Witnesses describe profits, competing interests, and concerns about early disposal while lines of inquiry focus on contractor roles and tender processes. The committee adjourns pending further hearings.
The 1938 message from Premier Mr Skavens stresses resilience and social progress for New South Wales. He highlights rising employment, higher wages, and a buoyant business climate, while urging continued unity, industry growth, and disciplined effort to secure economic recovery amid challenges. He calls for public imagination and practical measures to sustain prosperity.
A timber worker discovers a baby’s arm near the harbour in Sydney on Friday. Detectives inspect the scene as they widen their search for the rest of the child, with a large inquiry underway.
Vague notes show Burne Yass District council meeting at May Men ing with several speakers including Mr Alt and T Ueland. Discussion centers on home site mall vice-capii and a plan labeled Phe Lunohee. Attendees span multiple names such as Tickner Crombie Orr and Griffiths with references to a tran ch and agenda items expected to be clarified in a later session.
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