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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Jan 09, 1936
Page
2
A fragmentary note appears to describe a person named Amy, with unclear wording and missing context. The garbled text references a home or naming topic but provides no verifiable events, dates, or organizations. Further readable details are not available to establish a complete news item.
A Canberra Times publication note lists JOM RATER and references the railway station project in third party terms. The notice appears to outline a publishing action or notice in connection with the Tan Sa station development.
Weather bulletin from Canberra predicts cloudy conditions with showers and a risk of thunderstorms. Winds shift from south east to northerly at times, with a generally unsettled outlook across the region.
The Canberra Times notes friction between the Postmaster-General's Department and Canberra expectations, yet reports progress as the department accepts exceptional local conditions. Manuka Post Office approval shows adaptability, and calls for sympathetic treatment of Canberra’s scope influence postal charges and regulations while maintaining public utility duties.
A deputation from Quenbeyan cane workers and the Bowyer Workers Association pressed the Municipal Council to improve labor conditions on the sewerage scheme. Ald. Bruce and allies urged adherence to contract terms, highlighting long shifts, poor ventilation, and substandard wages. The council agreed to forward grievances to the Minister and arrange a deputation with the unemployed, while the Minister promised to liaise with social services for relief measures.
A discussion outlines potential tariff concessions for manufactured articles including textiles and toys for Japan, contingent on reciprocal arrangements. It notes Australia’s stance on non-discrimination, the Canada Commonwealth balance from wool and raw goods, and anticipated ongoing negotiations before a treaty is finalized.
The Forest Products Division of a bellwether research institute notes major hurdles remain before prefab factory houses gain mass appeal in America and Europe. Recent studies highlight wood and steel frame systems, concrete panels, and plywood exteriors as viable paths, with ongoing research on joints, light framing, and decorative finishes to cut building costs.
The Goulburn High boys lost to a Canberra school team by 2 runs after a long innings. Key stands came from Earl and Tully, with notable scores from Drayton and Stevens. Canberra’s bowling, led by Berry and Baker, tightened the chase as Goulburn folded for 76% in a tense first innings.
The coroner heard evidence on the December fire at the Australian Slippers Lad factory in Waterloo. Goldbeg, managing director, said insurance costs totalled about £31,000, with £10,000 paid. Fire began near the Commoner area and investigators adjourned the inquiry to Tuesday next.
The letter by Fanain Moteey Oke questions February content and timing, urging readers to consider the value of prior opinions. This compact item hints at editorial engagement with reader feedback and the paper’s community discourse.
The death occurred at the Keyan Dialect Hospital after a long illness of Mrs Mary Jane Whittaker aged 48 widow of Unetate George Whittaker. She was the daughter of Mr and Mrs Samuel Whittaker who settled at Bulica Road many years ago. The funeral was held on Tuesday at Gia Mahochet cemetery in Thorne Bosd with Rev T Chapman officiating at the graveside.
Seedings for the Ustreling Tennis Championships in Adelaide next week feature Bemann Quist Crawford Mecrath and Sas Shea with Quist equal to Crawford. The draw shows strong entries from Seles Copan Pion and Lascings amid tight competition.
In Wagga a farmhand linked to the Bolger death is described. Witnesses state Bolger died from a bullet wound, his body cast into a well on Mount Austin property. Accused Roy Soutar was present in court as details emerge about Bolger's car, a mounting dispute, and threats over possession of the vehicle and a revolver. Roland Parker and others describe events following Bolger's disappearance.
An in court statement alleges Boutar wrote a confession about Bolger. Bolger said he returned home Friday night after a dispute over a girl. A confrontation led to Bolger being shot in the hand, then struck and dropped into a tank, with conclusions linking Boutar to a possible murder plan.
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Australians overpower Provinces in Park Town as bowling dominates. Brown slows, McCabe scores, and Fleming strikes, securing an easy win with late wickets.
The second day of the Australian match against Eastern Province opened in bright sun with a heavy workload for bowlers. Richardson and Chipperfield resisted, but Australia posted 279 before stumps as Davies, Barnett and O Reilly led a steady effort. Sievers and Barnett added resilience while Daly fought to fourth in a long innings.
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