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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Jan 27, 1928
Page
1
Interests linked to Canberra’s growth push for a select committee to study leasehold reform and convert to freehold tenure. Public Canberra meetings attract a large, representative deputation. Sir John Butters to introduce the inquiry with government officials laying out aims and funding.
Fragmentary OCR notes reference retrenchment and a policy decrease. Mentions payoffs to workers and layoffs at a Courier-related department. Unclear names, dates, and places due to damaged text.
Canada’s trade with the United States and United Kingdom shows mixed movement over the latest three months. Canadian exports to the UK and imports from the US are reported with varied values, including daily updates and fluctuating figures in dollars. The record notes changes in consumption and export levels, highlighting economic activity and currency adjustments during the period.
Fragmentary OCR notes describe a motor census and population counts in Australia, mentioning figures related to towns and regions. The garbled text references Motor Census and various place names while indicating data collection and comparative statements about population and vehicles.
Fragmentary text references Atherrr Alina and a Brunei AbUn in Mead WK, describing a mistaken identity amid a local capital committee dispute. Names and places are garbled, but the piece hints at an electoral or party matter and a potential river area mention with a gendered or age detail. The readable facts suggest a political mix up rather than a clear event.
The Chief Commissioner Elizabeth Nutter argues hotel tariffs in Canberra are not high compared with others. He notes rates are slightly lower than Melbourne and Sydney when considering upkeep costs and climate, and suggests modest accommodation could be available. The interview discusses government influence and future rate considerations.
The Tuesday night meeting of the Council of the Social Bureau reviewed a reception for new residents at the Arctic of te and heard questions about the event. Members discussed funding and proposed activities while noting entertainment plans and attendance, with inquiries about expenditures and approvals raised by parliament members.
The General Secretary spoke on the contribution of the Mine workers’ social service group and the fire brigade’s efforts around the swimming pool. He praised the team for community service and noted the event highlighted by the secretary’s remarks.
Fragmentary text indicates a motor racing context with references to Segreave and a world record attempt at Daytona. Mentions Melbourne event next month, Olympic implications, and Dunlop affiliations. Details are unclear due to garbled source.
A Canberra dinner speaker rejects rumors of a low mood in the city and outlines a bold future program. He notes delays in federal capital employment reductions but emphasizes ongoing efforts to improve Canberra’s prospects and national development.
Fragmentary brief reports from London Sydney and others. A famous airman described as executed after a crash incident. Police precautions taken in Cardif. In Sydney government plans continue public works despite revenue concerns. A 60 year old man died in Kent Street after a fall in an alley.
The squad for the match against Duntroon is announced with captain Ty iephems Vier-Captal and players including de Cubkidl J King Hon Hoot L BLark T Byrne L Hyen A Witbwre Mr Frackody B Ryan and A C Freeman. Mayors are asked to attend at 4 pm.
Weather report for Canberra covering the 24 hour period ending 9 am with observed temperatures maximum and minimum, rainfall, and wind notes. Data appears garbled with OCR errors but references can be tied to Canberra meteorological observations and local stations.
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