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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Jan 17, 1928
Page
1
A Queanbeyan court heard several motorists plead guilty to driving without lights, with fines ranging from ten shillings to five pounds. Police vow strict enforcement to deter such hazards on Territory roads as authorities review lighting safety and traffic conduct in town.
Crowded streetcar after a theatre performance caught fire near the Capitol. Passengers crowded the car as flames spread, causing mayoral and fire brigade involvement. The engine and crew responded but electric wiring damage hindered escape. Most passengers were later transported to Ainslie by intercity coach.
George Sykes appeared at Queanbeyan Police Court before Mr Nott charged with dangerous exposure and speeding in Monaro Street and Quawford Street. He pleaded guilty and was fined £2 plus costs. Hector F Lord faced three offences including insult and license nonproduction. He apologized and paid costs on the first charge after producing his license.
Two offenders faced Canberra Magistrate M. U Nort for allowing horses to stray in Federal Territory. Horses damaged Parliament House grounds and flower beds. fines with costs imposed. Pazey of Cynherra received ten shillings and costs for similar offence. Magistrate warned of stricter action if repeated.
The fragment reports meteorological notes for Cuuberrs covering dates in January including temperatures and rainfall. It mentions periods of rain and a rainfall tally through January 17 with observed highs and lows and general conditions.
A Canberra branch of the Australian Natives' Association seeks representation on the New South Wales board and executive committee. The plea emphasizes strong jurisdictional links and aims to strengthen advocacy within the NSW structure and its management.
The Christ Church Musical and Dramatic Society is staging a revue titled Waiting For the Ve otro with a comedy act. Rehearsals started January 6 and performances began February 0 in town, with a list of society members including Mill Welbin, Mat her Hendler, Fbyllixs Melones, Nelde Hudson, Hal Melanes, and others.
Fragmentary OCR notes report infectious diseases within the territory, mentioning weekly counts and health authorities. The readable lines reference locations, dates, and the need for continued surveillance and reporting by officials and health services.
The Canberra Bowls Club played weekend fixtures in the President's Trophy and Blues events. Undefeated Blues side defeated Mays 16 to 2 while Murray beat Tait 40 to 24, with Prowse and Trevilliam also winning their doubles.
The Commission undertakes initial steps to implement the Commonwealth Housing Act in the Territory. The Chief Commissioner notes eligibility for action under the Act and the need for an ordinance to carry the Act into operation.
A Sydney style wool auction report notes a rise in prices with many large lots offered and strong competition among buyers led by Keener and others. Wethers and fleeces sold at varied prices with notable quotes including 84s for a fine of eveem enel wether and broken lots around 24d. to 31d, with multiple districts such as Yass, Murryong, Queanbeyan, and Balmain represented and United States buyers also active.
An Egyptian expedition led by Flinders and Egyptologist Bir has unearthed a buried city mound at Cherar ten miles south of Aga after eight months of digging through 30 feet of rubble. The Petrie excavations reveal Hyksos era remains and evidence of Ramesses I era occupation, suggesting periodic camps and agricultural capacity in a rich frontier region.
In pursuance of retrenchment policy, another batch of 20 men were discharged from commission service. This raises the total number dismissed as a result of ongoing retrenchment efforts amidst holiday reductions.
William Norman Madden, about 33, died from a cerebral haemorrhage after a heavy fall during a Sunday altercation at Red Hill Camp. Francis Lowie Alten, a laborer employed by the Gemmingion company, is charged with assault. Madden collapsed near 2:20 p.m. and died shortly after. Alten appeared in court and was remanded for seven days. The case relates to an incident following a dispute between Madden and Alten during a game of two-up. The town of Queanbeyan scheduled Madden's funeral for Thursday.
FE Wright told the Territory Cricket Association committee he spoke with the Goulburn Association about a possible anniversary Day match to be played on a full day starting at 10 am. The secretary said confirmation would come but no meeting date was set. selectors were asked to prepare and choose the best team if the game proceeds.
The Territory Creels Association considers a cricket competition for Territory schools. Headmasters report a proposal to hold matches on Sunday mornings with afternoons reserved for other sports. The plan aims to involve Pelopesy and Dart Niitebie carittoneth schools and outlines a schedule to begin in the near future.
The ANA discussed early inquiry into the maternity ward under construction at Canberra Hospital and provisions for better treatment of cases at Pit We marpoieed. They noted hospital accommodation shortfalls and urged early establishment of the ward, addressing casualty cases where non doctors led to nurse care and occasional doctor fees. The ANA suggested provision for an honorary medical commissioner at the hospital for 500 Ger.
William Richardson licensed owner of the Royal Hotel Queanbeyan faced Queanbeyan Magistrates Court with accused selling liquor during unlicensed hours. Evidence from Constable Imrie and others described a doorway handover of beer to a man later identified as Summerell, with witnesses confirming drinking outside the Crawford Street entrance. Summerell and Sims gave varying accounts about travellers and sleeping locations, while charges also noted unauthorised sale and the traveller register.
The commission dispatched a new fleet to augment existing transport, arriving by the city yesterday. The units are of the newer model, built with Bean manufacture, and feature updated bodywork resembling the older designs. The buses are currently undergoing testing and will operate under existing routes once approved.
Melbourne Monday defence ministers met privately to review the five year defence programme to June 1929 and discuss future needs after its completion. Reports on naval, military and air force plans were considered as the navy tests two new cruisers and submarines near completion with an aircraft carrier to be launched in February. Regulations governing licensed pilots were noted while foreign pilots hiring flights from Australia to other countries raise potential legal questions.
A dense listing of weekly programs for Sydney broadcasting stations includes interviews, musical performances, church organ recitals, and variety shows scheduled from Friday January 20 through Sunday January 29. Notable entries feature Goodie Reeve interviewing Ann Croft, musical acts such as Hubert Carter the tenor, Marie Lawton soprano, and Eileen Boy contralto, plus church services from Fullerton Presbyterian and Randwick Presbyterian. Concerts, contests, and a boxing event from Stadium appear, along with several orchestral and chorale performances.
The Social Service Commission announces a major policy shift placing future control of Social Service activity under private citizens rather than the Social Service Officer. The Social Service Branch will be abolished as a department, with the officer remaining to coordinate social service work. The association will receive premises at nominal rental, while the Commission steps back to support, not direct, operations.
The Philhar monic Society begins practice on Thursday night and the Orchestral Society starts Monday night as they begin the musical year in Canberra. Both groups are expected to participate in a forthcoming engineers conference visit next month in Canberra.
The Territory Cricket Executive Committee resolved to ask the Board of Control to allow a match or welcome event in Canberra during the English team's tour. The English side will play a Southern District Eleven at Goulburn after a request for a Canberra match was denied.
The Canberra Golf Club held a mixed foursomes handicap on Saturday with 64 players. Notable scores include Te Liarned and Dwyer 96 22 74 and Pocock with Mrs Palmer 107 206 981. Palmer led out from the tee with one stroke. MA H M Rolland's Trophy will be played next Saturday for members, donated by HL M Bellant.
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