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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Jul 01, 1936
Page
2
The Canberra discussion argues that Australia must defend living standards and industrial benchmarks against Eastern wage competition while recognizing American dollar wages. It urges national standards and uniform industrial control, noting leaders must provide bold direction to unify government functions and drive national development.
A 200 plus group from Canberra and surrounding districts joined by Methodists and Knights attended the eighth annual Southern Tablelands Christian Endeavour Union convention at Gunning Methodist Church. Delegates heard messages on Christian living and youth involvement with sessions led by Rev. B. T. Chapman Rev. H. Skuse and Rev. F. Mead among others.
Eileen Joyce the renowned Australian pianist arrived in Canberra and was warmly welcomed at Parliament House by the Prime Minister. Her manager Mr. Larry White has visited Canberra, with plans for her concert in the national capital. The program includes Bach Chopin and Schumann with modern works, and features the music of Sibelius and other composers. The booking for the concert is heavy with few unreserved seats remaining.
The Goulburn based gathering concluded with sermons and testimonies from Rev W Green and others urging character building and lifelong commitment to Christ. Officers were elected including Rev Arthur as vice president and Mr C Charlee as treasurer, with next year’s convention planned for Goulburn.
An inquest into the death of Alexander Covina, director of the Luster Lottery, found shot dead at Taylor Bay on May 20. Witnesses described a five chamber revolver and a lone bullet wound, with funds and banking details examined to assess possible foul play. The widow Elizabeth Collins attended distressingly as family testimony touched on marriage, absence, and questions of self harm, while doctors noted the wound could be self inflicted though alternate causes remained possible.
In a chaotic hearing Harry George Davey and Rachael Collins face questions about Collinea's will and an alleged corpse. Witnesses mention marriage notes, possible threats, and a lottery office dispute as relatives dispute the execution and details of the will. Doctors and detectives testify on motives and potential murder.
Jack Abraham of Queanbeyan suffered cuts to the face and head when his car and another vehicle, driven by A. Abraham and Mr P Bullock, collided near Mittagong on Monday. They received shock and were taken to Bersima Hospital. the other driver was Mr George Denton of Barry. Both cars were badly damaged.
The Operatic Society plans to rehearse for the musical comedy Hayena to be produced at the Albert Hall early in August. Doris Gush stars as Cornelia with Laurie Loveless as Jackson de Peyster the millionaire yacht owner. Supporting cast includes Clar Rice Nicholson Ina Clapson Charles Wilage Albert Johnson and others under Grace Wilson direction.
Report from Dubbo notes shearers accept a new award after dispute resolutions. Most workers approved terms to resume work and liquidate debts incurred during the dispute.
The Routh City Rootball Club trip to Bega faced multiple incidents including crashes and breakdowns that disrupted travel. A party reached Bags for the match, while others continued on foot or by alternate transport. Canberra side later lost the return game 15-20 after leading at halftime. A Brien starred with two tries transformed by Welch.
Amicable settlement talks were described yesterday by Mr Garvan regarding a rural lessee dispute. The discussion focused on a presumed agreement at hand and the parties involved remain open to negotiation to resolve the matter without further contention.
The report notes that America has agreed to a Leidigh increase in naval tonnage as part of treaty discussions. It references the 1990 treaty and possible recall of a clause. Officials from the defense and foreign affairs ministries commented on the potential implications for strategic balance and allied commitments.
A Melbourne case centers on the Picture Theatre managers right to open on Anzac Day. Mr. Preeman provoked a dispute with Theatres Corporation over permission to operate, seeking to promote theatre activity on the holiday.
The minister stated new measures today regarding Osterce Parkhill's local affairs. Details remain brief as officials prepare formal statements.
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