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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Jan 31, 1929
Page
2
The Prince of Wales began an unofficial tour of northern coalfields travelling by train with snow falling. He walked through slush to visit miners in Winlaton and other villages, meeting families who spoke of long periods without work. The trip underscored sympathy for miners facing hardship.
A 74 year old Frank McKay visited his cottage after a death in the house and comforted the grieving daughters. Starvation is cited as the cause of death of the deceased wife. McKay, receiving an old age pension, notes other family unemployment and new birth in the same residence.
London on Tuesday the prince's visit to the miners is described as having a fine human touch. Clynes praised the act as bringing the throne closer to the people, noting it as an unprecedented gesture from the most popular figure in wartime.
Sydney endures a heat wave with temperatures near 100 degrees and little rainfall. Suburban fires rise as fire brigades tackle blazes. January drought may be record dry, with authorities warning of spreading hazards and heat-related strain on services.
A blaze seven miles from Higga House destroyed the homestead on the Wyarrmwr stallion. Manager F. Carney and his family lost everything including some money. cause blamed on coal falling from ties and igniting papered walls.
Wildfires rage around Wyong with three houses already destroyed. Police and volunteers battle flames near Karwah and Catherine Hu May as Tacoma city authorities mobilize to curb the outbreak.
In Canberra the Social Service Council decided against public funding for picnics organized by various societies. A committee reported £118 requested by the Allied Societies Committee and other items including £25 for returned soldiers' children and annual juveniles’ picnics were debated, with emphasis on sourcing from Commonwealth public funds.
Council debated a 40 pound distress fund for the U S League with talks on benevolent society formation. Some favored targeting relief through a benevolent association for distressed returned soldiers and community members. The motion to approve the grant passed as part of the budget after debate.
A meeting of the District Association at the Rock Service Hall discussed the future leadership of the Boy Yevout movement in Camberr war. Chairman Mt S. Ft. Waterman and District Commissioner de kt Alcorn outlined plans to transfer assets to the district while awaiting restructuring. The session approved the motion and noted ongoing efforts toward renewed organizational stability.
Melbourne detectives strengthened the murder theory in the missing Leste Williams case after identifying clothing found in a Kilmore car as the attire Williams wore when last seen. Authorities believe a theft motive could underlie the suspected killing.
The Sydney wool market shows mixed activity with large consignments laid to sale and private treaty. Prices align with European demand while buyers from Germany and Yorkshire maintain steady competition amid uneven lots and quality variance.
The Social Service Association council met at the Social Service building Laat Olmtt with J I Davis presiding. Members present included J I Davis, J I Mulroomy, E A Rwone, J A McNamara, J H Saunders, Hyds White, Parton, G T Sorenson, 1 Kelly, and Major A B D Arcy. Discussion covered the delegation's interview with Friendly Societies on AF affiliation and the status of the Native Association, with decisions to be refined at the next council meeting and a resignation tendered by D Kelly sentiment.
A Canberra meeting of civil servants receiving Canberra, housing and rent allowances convened to plan a deputation to the Minister for Home Affairs. They unanimously supported extending the full allowances and discussed anomalies within the scheme. The group aimed to present the case to the Minister today.
A historical ad describes Indigestion caused by improper care, fatigue, and worries. It extols Marne Indian Reet Mille as a rare remedy that aids digestion, relieves wind, stabilizes the system, and restores strength for a healthier stomach and organs.
Independent Canberra circuit leaders of the Methodist Church will meet at the Bowlhi Adi te Church tonight to discuss the formation of a separate unit independent of Canberra. The move follows Methodist conference plans and marks a significant step in the church's history.
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