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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Jan 31, 1929
Page
4
Weather bulletin shows 9.4 degree reading and a 24 hour max of 85.9 with a today high near 81.2. Winds from the west northwest at 8 am and at dawn are noted as W N W.
The item promotes prepaid subscription rates for The Canberra Times printed in Canberra with English captions and list of agents. It notes early daily delivery and instructs readers to contact the circulation manager for details and ordering. It includes names of agents in Kingston Queanbeyan and other towns and references Australian-made newspaper printing changes.
Grimith area notice lists Nurse Campbell as general and midwifery staff at Ming's Crescent Grimith. It appears as a local employment or roster entry with a partial address and position title. The readable text confirms the professional role and street reference.
President Coolidge sent two divergent reports to the Bennie Commerce Committee detailing American shipments to Australia via Canada and the tariff implications. The Kellogg report cautions Canadian preferences may divert traffic from the U S to Canadian ports but not in large amounts, while the Shipping Board argues against artificial foreign rules that prejudice American railways and ports, urging parity to counteract Canadian routing. The State Department is consulting with Canada, with potential legislative action hoped for in the current session to prevent cross border shipments through U S ports.
A rain tally shows monthly totals with January to May figures. The notes reference rainfall measures and monthly accumulations, though the data is partially garbled. Further clarification would identify exact amounts and units.
Readable lines show Queanbeyan records on temperature rainfall and month labels. Contains a.m. maximum and minimum temperature figures with January and a regional reference, but specifics are incomplete.
Rainfall totals for the current year to date are presented with partial data on locations and measurements. The readable text notes a forum or report discussing monthly rainfall figures though specific figures and stations are unclear in the fragment.
The forecast paints a warm sultry North and East with scattered rain and thunder, easing showers in the south and western belts. Victoria shows cloudy unsettled weather with more showers south of the highlands, while the Tasman region experiences squally winds and easing, then fresh westerlies.
The report notes showers and rain varying by region. Victoria sees light to moderate rain and lower winds. New South Wales experiences cloudy to fine conditions with light to moderate winds. South Australia reports clear to cloudy skies with scattered showers in the southeast. Western Australia remains mostly fine with very light rain in the extreme south. Tasmania forecasts dull to threatening conditions with scattered showers and north to east winds.
The Yarrowlumla Shire Council approved the estimated revenue for the current year at its meeting last Tuesday. Officials indicated the figure aligns with projected expenditures and plans for local services.
The piece discusses the Kellogg Pact’s reception in Britain and Australia and the delay in American ratification. It argues isolation failed for the United States and highlights how U S involvement in Europe grew despite non participation in the League of Nations. It notes the pact's moral impact and potential maritime law discussions ahead.
The Board of Inquiry concluded the shooting of 17 aborigines in Central Australia was necessary self defense with no starvation evidence. It cited multiple incidents including attacks on white men, warnings ignored, and weapons used by natives during confrontations at stations and camps.
London court delivers verdict in Goddard case after lengthy trial. Jury finds main counts proven with confusion noted. Goddard sentenced to 18 months hard labor on each of four counts and fined 1000 with costs to the prosecutor. Judge Avery presides with Mr Justice and other officials present.
Personal Mr Varcoe Cox, president of the Iv MLC A dn Austratia, gave an able address to the South Admelte Methodist Church on Tuesday evening. The Rev FL Wheaton yesterday visited Weatridae in connection with the scheme of cooperation among Congregational, Presbyterian and Methodist churches.
A garbled OCR fragment presents a list of misread words and names, resembling a damaged historical newspaper item. It offers no clear event, person, or location but hints at tourism, a tent, and feeder references amid scattered letters and stray terms.
A council meeting discussed reconditioning roads in Yarrw bent Shiro and Smith areas. Officials proposed funding for Bungendore mine roadwork and improving New South Wiles Dien Grow access. Plans included bridge and drainage work and collaboration with local boards and the Hrewipa council for paving and traffic improvements.
The second member of the ship owners delegation to Leonard Harris will sail with Sir Alan Alderanon on February 4. Mr Wallace, aint-muuineer of the Chamber of Shipping, will accompany them aboard the thrford.
Mr. I. G. Alnaworth, returning after twenty six years in China, reports famine across a population of 140 million. He cites an estimated 16 million deaths and notes the crisis could have global repercussions beyond the region.
Report notes Britain and Dominions have approved the Kellogg Pact with South Africa already ratified. When the remaining two join, Britain will proceed to full Empire ratification under the empire-wide agreement.
A brief note credits Reuters World Service and other information services for compilation in this issue. It mentions special arrangements and rights retained in Australia. The disclaimer emphasizes rights and use of contributed material.
Sir John Newlands, President of the Senate, arrived in Canberra with Lady Newlands yesterday. His health improved considerably during recent days and authorities report he remains in good spirits and is likely to attend sessions, though lingering weakness is noted.
The letter reflects frustration with public service access and mentions soliciting help from officials. It argues a majority of Cypherra inhabitants are already overtired and cites personal experience and local conditions. The piece names a few individuals and public figures, urging clearer guidance and fair rates.
An OCR fragment describes streets, avenues, and places within a ward. It mentions Aerie Wertiw Avenue East Phow Piratet and other local features, with garbled phrases suggesting a survey or construction notes. The text remains readable only in scattered segments.
The appeal hearings face possible delays as a court postponement affects related proceedings. The situation involves uncertain timelines and potential impact on the involved parties and case schedule.
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