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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Jan 06, 1927
Page
15
On 1st December at Sister Ranger's Private Hospital Guean beyan the wife of Mr. Thomas Rous of Amalie Canberra a son John Frederick born to the couple in a brief family notice with limited readable details.
A discussion explains the difference between figures and statistics and argues that Canberra population counts inflated by holiday exodus are misleading. It notes annual December 31 counts ignore in/out movements and that true population should reflect January activity and transient visitors.
Critics say the December 3 census undercounts Canberra residents and suggest a January 31 recan or a door to door survey. They warn that undisclosed boarders and housing arrangements skew figures harming the Commonwealth Department of Census and Statistics reputation.
A critic denounces foreign claims that Parliament House is ugly and argues Canberra’s design reflects Australian taste. The piece praises the skyline and setting with kurrajongs and lawns, asserting the building serves Australia rather than tourist old world ideals.
Henator Meares warns the state railway cap of May 9 limits Canberra access as up to 20 000 cars may arrive for Parliament opening. He notes road lengths could stretch to 100 miles with 26 miles per car and criticizes NSW and Lang for hindering Commonwealth road improvements amid constitutional doubts over federal road responsibilities.
Forestry work in the Federal Capital Territory reports strong progress since the forestry branch began last year. The nursery near Yarralumla grows Pinus insignia for 1927 planting, with about ten acres prepared for central stock. The 1000 acre Stromlo plantation was extended by 250 acres of Pinus insignia and firebreaks and fencing were installed to manage grazing and reduce undergrowth. A Forest Overseer now oversees the area, and total trees planted rose from 1,250,000 to 1,600,000.
The government region between Government House and Cotter Fond extends with 60 acres of Pinus insignis and 60 000 plants toward Htromia, plus fencing and break lines. An 80 acre Mantinga Urlanta trial and 70 000 plants enable afforestation, fire breaks formed, overseer placed, and a Rowen softwood plantation with 200 acres cleared in 1927. Fire protection at Black Mountain and Green Hills tightens with patrols, a forest survey camp, and a long term fire control scheme. despite many outbreaks, only about 50 acres burned with minimal damage.
The article criticizes Premier Lang for using Main Roads funds to cover other deficits, arguing the Commonwealth should fund multiple highways to Canberra. It says NSW citizens demand better roads near Canberra and accuse the state government of prioritizing political aims over national road needs.
Sir John Morrison and Mr. C H Garman of the Federal Capital Commission arrived in Canberra. Chief Justice Justion Street also arrived with guests including Mr. and Mrs. Street, H J Moffatt, Joe Edwards, and others from Sydney. Several dignitaries visited Hotel Canberra and Kurrajong during holidays and returned for further engagements.
Brasil will relocate its capital from Rio de Janeiro to an inland site in the state of Goias. President Bernardes cites administrative efficiency and reduced local expenditure as key factors, aiming for a Washington like political center near the geographical heart of the country. No name has been chosen yet, with public input planned later.
The article argues dispositions are innate, not fully alterable, and affect how people act. It cites Ibsen, Mark Twain, and general temperament, noting sunny or sour natures endure. It advises self-control, kindness, and small improvements rather than chasing ideal happiness.
1926 departure and 1927 greeting observed in Federal Capital with about 600 attendees at Hotel Canberra. The event featured a Miss Canberra competition and informal entertainments, raising 60 pounds for the Baby Clinic. Dancing and a chorus of Auld Lang Syne closed the night.
A garbled page lists quips and fragments from Health Journal and Women's formal sections. It mentions a secret theatrical wedding and a man who spent 60 years on the New South Wales railway. Farmers doubt crops benefit from government reviews while a tip system is promoted in casual fashion.
An understated New Year in Sydney contrast of crowded Bondi Casino Wentworth venues with a quiet outside world. Observers hope 1927 will bring prosperity and progress, seeing the Garden City’s success as a sign of better days ahead.
A collection of abbreviated quotes from La Rochefoucauld La Pochifoucauld Hooper and Gibben. The lines contrast sincerity versus appearance and suggest life as beauty is found in daily perception. The tidbit presents a compact anthology style with brief reflections.
owing to the mines of Canon Ward and the absence from the parish only Church of England service will be held in Canberra next Sunday New Jurem will conduct the morning service at St John the Baptist Church Canberra 11 am Rev Juan Bastreon to lead service at St John the Baptist Church Ce berra 11 am
A list of masses and services across churches including Roman Catholic at Lennoxdon and Acton with varied morning and afternoon times, Methodist led by Rev B J Veron, and Presbyterian services at Acton with solo and sermon details.
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