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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Jan 11, 1930
Page
5
The Queanbeyan Municipal Council approved the erection of a cold store on Lot 1 Unit 5 Haylo Crawford subdivision with an estimated cost of £2000. The facility will include compartments for storage of fruit, cream and butter, and other building services will be installed as part of the project.
The Federal Capital Commission proposed to suspend the garbage collection contract for Queanbeyan while the council noted the contractor cannot fulfill extra works. A letter from the managing contractor stated inability to perform additional work and the end date remains September. The council resolved to inform the commission of these issues and seek guidance.
The town clerk presented a set of rate levies for 1890 including the unimproved capital value in the municipality. The total rate assessment was set and compared to prior years, noting changes in per pound rates and general tax obligations for property owners within the town.
The undefeated Veteran cricket side claimed a confident victory in a friendly match against Queanbeyan B's, part of the ongoing Tasman Cup competition. Read about the lineup featuring WJ Ushbi HT Minch Westwart Kelly W Kelly M L Brogan and others, as the team extended its lead in the standings.
A fragmented article details a city meeting about trepees low far and actions by local authorities. It mentions January 7 discussions, potential rescues, and proposed amendments to routes and power approvals amid a broader governance debate. Names and places are partially garbled but reference to Queanbeyan and municipal contest persists.
In Sydney on Friday, New South Wales dominated South Australia with a dominant batting display. Grimmett and Wall spearheaded the innings, while Grimes faced stern bowling as NSW built a large first-innings total despite late resistance from Chivers and Hutchinson.
A fragmented notice describes a day class for typists at Telopea Park School with references to canberra and university youth programs, plus housing and accommodation details. It mentions terms, per term pricing, and applications and hints at a residence and court process. The text is garbled but centers on education and housing related to a typists class.
At Cooma Licensing Court on Thursday, hotel owners and officials debated ventilation upgrades for inns in response to health regulations. Testimony cited wall materials and climate as factors affecting air quality, with plans for a ventilated system discussed amid concerns over cost and effectiveness.
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