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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Jul 02, 1934
Page
2
Local newsagents Deander Canberre and Mundenis pushed a new home delivery service for the previous day’s issues. The Can.-oe phone line handles orders and inquiries for the updated delivery schedule and availability.
Fragmentary weather notes list dates in 1994 and 1984 with erratic terms such as Darometer readings and rain records. The garbled text includes references to Canberra and July 1 1984, plus scattered phrases about rainfall totals and a table of records. The content is unreadable in parts and does not present a coherent event.
A sermon fragment argues the true Christian life is shown by an inner spirit and active love, not mere outward form. It cites Christ’s new spirit of compassion, the need to abide in Him, and a life bearing fruit as the test of faith.
A baby car driven by Mr D T Ramaay with passenger Mr A Spoeving overturned twice on the Duntroon road near the Aporta Ground Saturday afternoon. Both men escaped with cuts and broken items though extensive damage occurred to the radiator mudguards hood and windscreen. Ramaay sustained facial cuts from flying glass while Spoeving was thrown clear and injured by the collision.
Central and north coasts likely to see further rain with unsettled conditions in the south west. Inland frosts and morning fogs, otherwise fine. North County winds from south west, others variable to northerly and freshening. Canberra sees clearing showers and fog with frost on tablelands, sun and moon data for July 2, 1934.
The article argues for reform of Australia’s industrial arbitration, noting the muddled mix of federal and state wage controls. It cites inconsistent awards, overlapping authorities, and the blame placed on unions and governments, urging uniformity to stabilize industry and reduce costs. It highlights NSW debate on 4 hour week, and historical calls to consolidate wage power under one authority.
Contested Wimbledon action features Stodffen set to play Monday after a relaxed approach. Von Cramm earns favor for steady play while Kirby advances to the quarterfinals. Jong rallies showcase consistency as Australia solidifies its reputation with a win. Hartigan faces Scriven in the quarterfinals as Turnbull and O Grath advance in doubles amid erratic play. The Tennis Association plans to send three women Fleur, Lyle, and Dearmat to Australia.
The pennant contest moved forward on Saturday with two draws and several tight wins. Notable performances came from Barton, Henantt, and Turner who swept their rubbers for a clear draw, while Westlake and Northbourne show strength in doubles. Fire Brigade and Forrest led sets, with mixed results across other pairings as teams vie for a place among the leaders.
Fragmentary OCR text shows multiple names and numbers, including references to tenants and rents, but the passage is garbled. The snippet mentions several individuals such as Horasen and Nuthall with figures like 8-4 and 6-3, suggesting rental or tenancy details without coherent context.
Tokio reports two destroyers Miyviti and Isadsume from Kaiahu Island collided at sea last night. Several sailors killed and many injured. One vessel badly damaged amidships.
The death occurred suddenly today of Mr K Heelee Snowden, Agent-General for Tasmania. He collapsed after a luncheon in London hosted by James Cooper and the Canned Fruit Export Board. He was taken home and died there without suffering.
The excerpt presents garbled phrases and broken terms suggesting a religious or devotional discourse. It references commandments, Christ, spirit within, and abiding, but the text is severely distorted with unclear context and missing portions. The passage lacks coherent narrative or identifiable event, person, or place.
Fragmentary OCR text shows women singles results with uncertain names and country codes, including matches with unclear scores and opponents. Details are garbled and many names and places are illegible, making a reliable summary impossible without source clarification.
Parliament considers a redistribution bill to amend the Electoral Act. Proposals affect rural representation, abolish Corangamite, and redraw seats in Victoria and New South Wales. The House could drop to 74 members, with gains for the United Australian Party and altered boundaries impacting Melbourne and Kalgoorlie Perth regions.
The Senate will proceed with passage of measures including the Commonwealth Taxation Reform bill and the Crimes in No. 2 amendment. Discussion covers the Conciliation and Arbitration Bill and the Commonwealth Act Revision joint committee's review of senate measures No. 18.
A fragmentary report from Calcutta notes a London Melbourne leg, with entrant Colomal James Fitsmenrice from the Isiah Bree States preparing a Bellanca machine bought for about £1500. An emergency refueling setup is described for the Allahabad leg, including a portable electric pump system.
Fragmentary OCR notes on Irish County Council elections citing Fianna Fail Labour Fine Gael and government figures. unreadable portions resemble an early London copy with garbled names and places.
Her Excellency and Mrs Poole attended a Canberra Croquet Club event as reports say the mason was lost during the afternoon proceedings. The occasion concluded with an outcome described as won.
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