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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Jan 16, 1934
Page
2
By special arrangement the Canberra Times delivers daily to readers in Queanbeyan and surrounding areas before any other newspaper of the previous day. The service requires readers to communicate names and addresses to The Canberra Times by phone 764.
Weather data for Co iurra on Monday shows temperatures with a high around 72 degrees and a low near 46 degrees. Wind speeds are noted at 40 miles per hour with gusts, and cloud cover or precipitation is not clearly indicated in the readable text.
Records list rainfall measurements and dates at Canberra during January and January 10. The readable parts mention rainfall totals and dates but the OCR text is garbled, with multiple misspellings and repeated terms.
Flood conditions force delays on bridge projects in the Federal Capital Territory. Water levels rose sharply on the river, halting progress below the Ap ton wharf. When waters receded the span may be widened to prevent future inundation, with another bridge planned at Stant on Station and related river works held up.
The article urges rapid reform of the Canberra University College Council and calls for a broader national university approach. It argues the university must inspire learning, attract public support, and avoid government dependence, stressing younger, more diverse leadership to advance Canberra’s education ambitions.
The sixtieth Cane Qarra Advisory Council meeting discussed Leaving Certificate examination results and related assessments. Highlights include subject scores and pass classifications for students at various schools, with detailed lists of student names and marks across English, Latin, French, Physics, Chemistry, Botany, Geology, Geography, Economics, and other subjects.
The article traces the development of swimming strokes from the late 19th century, noting the transition from the underhand to overarm styles and naming pioneers like Trudgen and Cavill. It mentions Australian and New Zealand championships, key competitors such as J. Mcidoo and Dick Cavill, and debates over technique, training, and international influence shaping modern swimming practice.
Local area residents demand a hand rail along the Mulangly path to improve safety at Kingeton Bridge. An investigation had been halted by a Moody report but work will proceed to restore the bridge to its normal condition with a prototype hinged railing designed to resist flood waters.
Historic report notes crowded camping near Acton Wat, with 2408 people camping Dec 2480d in OAMition, about 600 nearby stopping places. Government concerns cite rain, orchardists, and export impacts on apples and fruit from New Zealand, affecting shipments to Australia and New Zealand relations.
Fragmented OCR text discusses a minister and government bodies related to a tax association. Names and details are garbled, leaving an unclear statement about actions and determinations by officials.
The acting Interior Secretary Mr. P A Gourgaud told the Advisory Council that some Canberra electricity accounts show very low light consumption and heavy use from power points. He urged delaying final rates until after next meeting to study proposed charges and assess consumer impact, with warnings of adverse effects on residents if sharp increases occur.
A fragmented, archaic-sounding report describes Mr Shakespeare seeking attention of council as Gibraltar Creek crossing is mentioned. It notes bread price concerns, wheat price context, and a public shelter proposal after rain. A child crowd and improvised shelter idea are included alongside references to local governance and reconnection efforts.
Sydney reports a protest involving natives in the Belem region and a national inquiry into the alleged brutal treatment of a woman aboard the Mataram. The incident left a woman severely injured and sparked a demand for leniency versus colonial authorities amid rising tensions. A preliminary verdict suggests months of imprisonment for those involved.
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