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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Jan 25, 1935
Page
4
Canberra notes for January report show barometer 29.87 inches at 6.30 am and temperature 3 degrees. Record of rainfall for the period includes January 18 with totals noted, wind from ENE. Max and min temperatures listed with rainfall figures and stray garbled text.
In a review of Rear-Admiral Byrd's second Antarctic expedition, the piece notes a vast new U S area near 200,000 square miles, comparable to Texas, its value and extent still uncertain. It discusses potential resources, international interest, and parallels to Alaska's economic impact.
A garbled OCR fragment mentions Tions Whekder and Night Speed Ube, with an unclear reference to censorship. The readable bits suggest a discussion of restrictions or controls, but no coherent event or names beyond those terms are established.
Anxious parliamentary officers seek to fix a waste problem without misinterpretation. The concerns aim to clarify public service duties and avoid backlash as discussions move forward.
A damaged OCR fragment describes a royal tenor display at the city museum. Authorities note the exhibit includes a rare face mask and ceremonial costumes. Curators expect visitors to learn about court music and historical performances.
Fragmentary text mentions a Mahon aged 24 and a related court case. The incomplete notes reference perjury and a Shen scenario, with a summary of arrest, coat, and to-day proceedings.
Splendid entries have been received for the Open Championship Tournament over the Anniversary weekend with 244 entries, compared to 252 last year. The men's singles feature twenty starters including defending champion D Chrystal, while doubles partner Buckmaster steps in for Betts. many Sydney players travel, promising a competitive event.
Fires rage in the Dry Creek area of Victoria endangering a mine manager’s house as winds shift. About 30 residents are affected though the immediate danger may be easing.
The page lists a dense timetable of afternoon tennis fixtures with numerous players including Miss Hutchinson-Gowing and Mrs Douglas-Avent, and matchups such as J Bennett versus R Whyte and Crowe-Stratton versus Winners Read. Several sessions run from 3 pm to 5:45 pm with additional 4:30 pm and 4:45 pm starts featuring various contestants and partner pairings.
The note outlines second day play for a local event with pro availability in the afternoon. A draw is to be made later and players must confirm court assignments. It invites volunteers including ex players and ball boys, notes payment by engaging players, and requires band shoes for helpers.
Arrangements for Jack Crawford's visit are set with the Ladies' Croquet Club to reuse the croquet lawn at Hotel Canberra. The event aims to draw a record crowd as Crawford, among the world's finest players, competes in an exhibition match with no reserved seating and a 2 shilling price.
Club notes announce non participants and entry closing at 5 p.m. Friday January 36, 83d Ony En' Phoba B31. Play begins at 2 p.m.
Australia watches Billingham on Tees where a costly plant begins coal to oil experiments. If successful Britain explains commercial viability and Australia may back a plant, with 30 million gallons annual output hoped. Senator McLachlan will host British experts Crichton and Conacher to study shale oil fields and report on prospects for Australia.
With its term expiring in March the Canberra Advisory Council faces a government review. Sources say the council’s advisory scope is limited and unsatisfactory prompting Interior Department probes for a new National Capital administration scheme. An extension of the council's term after March is likely to allow detailed drafting of a replacement system before year’s end.
The government policy favors contract work over day labour where practicable. The Interior Department calls tenders at 2 p.m. on February 5 for Cotter Road repair. Minister Mr. T Paterson states Bosam is not a day labour maximum. works will be contracted where practicable.
The article notes Section 29 has been debated but no relaxation was approved before the February 2004 Constitutional Conference. It states the conference next week would formulate guidelines for submission to the national and state governments for approval.
Improvised court action in Stanmore involved a writ issued by the Walker party against an officer. The Supreme Court case centers on the legality and procedure of the writ and its effect on the officer’s duties.
W. H. Wheatley notes strong demand for limited lots at Goulburn stock sale. Prices held near last week’s rates with clearances and consignments including Merino wethers and ewes, Ord enbred wethers, and choice fat cattle. Cattle yarded total fifty with medium weight bullocks cows and heifers in solid demand at lifting prices.
The Merryville Stud sold a well regarded ram with a record comparable to Mr. Metrimas's famous Me on Thursday February 7 as part of a double Gy Tass event. Auctioneers offered 100 fins and selected wood products for the famed stud.
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