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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Jan 30, 1934
Page
2
The Federal Capital Press of Australia publishes a notice from The Canberra Times, detailing proprietor contact at Mort Street Canberra and subscription rates. Subscriptions post free within the Commonwealth at 40 shillings per annum.
By special arrangement, Tie, Ca berra Times" is delivered to Canberra and Queanbeyan homes before any other paper from the previous day. Residents are asked to communicate their names and alrimes to The Can Berra Tires by phone 74.
Canberra records show high of 88 degrees and low near 0 as January values. Queanbeayan notes list January temperature ranges with maximums minimums and rainfall totals for the period.
Myra Dawn delivered a brilliant performance at the Guoat Inyan and wtayriot meeting, easily defeating track record holder Reproof with Aird Gtvinion aboard. The event featured hurdles and a 480 yard straight, with Ben leading early and several dogs contesting.
Canberra forecast indicates warm and milty conditions with further showers and thunderstorms. Heavier local falls expected, winds fresh to strong and squally to the north, easing later with a cool squally south to southeast change.
Australian parents face anxiety as children begin school and enter a pivotal phase. The piece discusses parental and teacher roles in shaping character, the push for vocational training, Canberra development, and the looming question of University of Canberra expansion amid reforms.
The Canberra Amateur Swimming Club announces its annual carnival on February 24 featuring a large events program. Highlights include interdistrict polo, a 190 yard open championship, 400 yard races, and the Donald Cup final, with numerous other classical and novelty events to showcase local talent. Notable participants include Claire Dennis and Roy Hruve, among others, as the club lays out a busy lineup across sprint and endurance contests.
Sydney visitors swept all championship matches at the FC T Lawn Tennis Association event finished at Manuka courts yesterday. The day featured an exhibition by Davis Cup player Harry Hopman with local players. the opening pair Gee and Hopman rover Betts and Bell won, while Hopman defeated R Bennett 6 2 in the exhibition.
District court summaries reveal the men’s special grade singles action with players like Nisha, Sydhes, Lindy, Movi, and others competing across rounds. Final scores show Stow Weyer defeating Mink Wguit 363 in a tightly contested singles final, with multiple events including ladies opens, doubles, handicaps, and mixed doubles advancing to semifinals and finals.
Local notice reports Eysher McKenmy named to Youne role after returning from Tutreat with Gout. Father Mekenna’s wife and family discussed at Queawlasan by Nuther Downton of Michetnxiy. Mather tema Wiha to be replaced by Euther O Connor of Crookwell in Camborne parla.
Canberra officials debate inadequate diving facilities at the baths ahead of a February festival. The lack of suitable boards and expert advisory support is blamed for limiting local divers and disappointing organizers. Visiting specialists from the Victorian Swimming Union will assess options for improved venues to host the event.
A rough report describes supervision by baths attendants under a Swimyning club, with preparations to use a high level board during unawarded baths. It mentions centres like Gunning and Goulburn providing facilities and references Canberra. The administration plans to profile diving facilities in keeping a liaison with Canorra amid ongoing efforts.
The campaign details a tested method for estimating swimming distance of 35 yards with practical steps and schedules. It lists participants and observers from various backgrounds, including a long roster of names and roles, with training and testing days noted for school children and adults.
The Church of the Holy Sepulchre in Jerusalem, a top Christian sacred site, risks collapse. Walls show distress from water seepage and stone facing rubbles, with estimated cost near 198,000. Authority debates focus on securing foundations amid other religious custodians and political tensions.
On Sunday afternoon 18 N Mutt won the honours of the annual event with a best grow of 4 and captured the daily prize. Scores listed include J Hoenn ML Borg and Morey among the top finishers, with unclear details and several garbled names.
A single intoxicated man was arrested over the holiday period in Quoantegas and Malice Court. Knight received a conviction for drunkenness. his default sentence was set and New Jersey was allowed to intervene in the case. Mr O C Hook, CU, was reportedly a key witness.
A disordered report covers an annual meeting of ratepayers, noting deferment of municipal selections, election of officers, council discussions on street and road works, and requests to higher authorities. It records names, roles, and ongoing debates on council plans and local governance.
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