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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Jul 02, 1936
Page
2
Weather notes show barometric pressure around 29.? inches, temperatures near 62 to 81 degrees with highs around mid 80s, wind from northwest to west at morning, and recorded rainfall or humidity readings. The entry also mentions Queanbeyan records for the current year to date.
Fragmentary text describes persons in Sydney and Mire, with names like Archdosonn and Geammar Boho. mentions serious condition and official dating circumstances, but details are garbled.
The article notes radio’s rise troubling established musical groups before the ABC’s policy of bringing celebrated artists to the concert stage. A Canberra visit by Ellen Joyce and closer ties with the Canberra Musical Society illustrate renewed local support and a hopeful path for regional concerts. The piece highlights wider access to music through radio and the enduring value of live performances.
An anonymous donor funded a ceremony at Grammar School as Sir Robert set the master clock in operation. The event occurred before the entire school with Rev. Canin Edwards leading the opening rites and paying tribute to Lady Gerrm.
Local note reports the death of a film maker in Melbourne amid unclear details. The brief item mentions names such as Westhusday and Fitton with roles described oddly, and appears as a fragment from an OCR page. Further readable context is needed to identify exact dates, full names, or the nature of the death.
Canberra hosts Australian introduction of Eileen Joyce, celebrated pianist from Australia, with a gala at Albert Hall. Premier Lyons and the Australian Broadcasting Commission promote the visit, praising Joyce and the national partnership behind her tours. The commission cites Canberra support as proof of public interest and an anticipated era in arts exposure nationwide.
A new lighthouse near Saldanha Bay will be larger and more powerful than the Durban Cape light, with a 9 500 000 candlepower beam. The Cape Columbine project, costing £18,000 and two years in construction, aims to guide mariners along the coast and mark a major navigation site.
A severely burned youth, Robert Watnon, was injured this afternoon at his residence in South Remington while examining a device that exploded as he bent over it. He sustained burns to his face, arms, and hands and was admitted to hospital after the incident.
Dr W Mater, graduate of the University of Sydney with a Public Health diploma, was appointed chief superintendent at the Western Suburban Hospital Sydney by the Canberra Community Hospital Board. He succeeds Dr Budge and will assume duties soon with a salary of 250 pounds.
Melbourne minister comments on proposed voluntary enlistment campaign to ensure a fair trial and effective outcome. He compares Australia’s defence expenditure with other nations and notes strong support for the Australian approach.
Fragmented OCR notes discuss a Wednesday event in New South Wales with references to a wallet and funeral, and a federal and state wage variation, including mentions of Chief Judge Dothidgr, Mr J W Allan, and a weekly wage increase from ten to a higher rate. The text is garbled but centers on award amendments and minimum earnings for some workers.
A garbled cricket report blends India versus England with a nine-wicket England win and soft wickets. It notes India's 80 and 48 in two innings, a large top-seller error and misread scores, while other sections discuss Paris and Australia climate concerns and a bowler Turnbull’s seven wickets. The piece features multiple names such as Vizian, Nayudu, Verity, and Allen amid an unclear match narrative.
In Port Kembla Sydney, lawmakers tangled over remaining details of a proposed Australian Iron and Steel agreement. MN Tully (Labour) pressed for committee referral while ministers argued about capital improvements and land value gains, with fierce opposition claims that the deal favours the company and undermines local industry.
Tourist inquiries have increased in Canberra over recent months, spurring a campaign by the Canberra Chamber of Commerce and allied groups. The drive aims to boost visitor interest with the impending opening of two new hotels and a planned railway service.
The Rev Canon G Ward, named rector of Canberra through 1827, was appointed Vicar of Docking King Lyne in Norfolk by the palrane at Bion Chilere in the nomination of the Bishop of Norwich.
A garbled report claims South Africa may switch to England with names like Melvine and a captain of dunes cited. The piece mentions the MCC and objections from the Bent African Board, and a match against Australia is referenced amid unclear text.
Australian pianist Mie Joyer drew a large Canberra audience at Albert Hall. Her varied program included Bach, Chopin, Beethoven, Schubert, and Liszt, with refined tone and technical brilliance. Applause prompted encores as critics noted her expressive playing and radio-broadcast exposure.
The document records the hospital's 1985-38 financial year with expenses of £12,787.90 and government appropriations of £10,200. Other receipts, prior-year spend, and capital outlays include £19,064.11 for the previous year, £2,283.11/4 government appropriation at November, and £460 for an ambulance wagon. Major costs cover fuel, light, power at £1,380.08, surgical instruments at £1,013.10, and blankets at £981.02. notes mention X-ray plant and oxygen equipment purchases.
Aニュ Zealand Government Printer, Mr A Loney of Wellington, visited Canberra two days ago during a tour. He inspected the Government Printing Office, impressed by the volume and quality of work produced. He was in Parliament for formalities and met officials regarding efficiency and future cooperation.
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