Weather Records From Canberra Current Year
Canberra rainfall and temperature readings follow for the year. Measurements include 30.84 inches and 30.45 inches at two points, temperatures peaking at 08.0 degrees and 34 degrees, with 27.6 degrees on grass and 20.5 recorded elsewhere. Wind direction noted as N and rainfall totals summarized for the period.
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Berra
Tuesay
Bei
Aone
Pale
Amy Wh
Geurern
Imuan
Mis N. Ass
Fragmentary note on a boy seeking care and time
A terse fragment mentions a boy and a request for time and care over the coming months, suggesting a personal or family matter under consideration. The readable text provides few concrete details beyond the request for support and a rough timeframe.
Canberra civic spirit and democracy in the seat debate
The Canberra Times contrasts Canberra's transfer to the Federation era with a perceived decline in civic spirit. It notes citizen leagues and advisory bodies shaping local needs, warns of apathy, and argues democracy requires active self-government and responsibility. It cites a 5,500 electoral strength and cautions against demagogues exploiting public opinion.
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Melbourne
Canberra
Petit
Citizens League
Citizens’ League
Advisory Council
Aelfe
Ile
In the Steps of St Paul Call to Prayer in Turkey
A correspondent describes the 1930s Turkish scene under Kemal Ataturk, noting how modern reforms reshape religion and dress. He observes muezzins on minarets, reversed hats, shortened trousers, and museum displays like the Venus de Milo, reflecting a Europe‑minded Turkey at odds with tradition. He chats with a young merchant in Adana, contrasts Westernization with old social norms, and travels toward Syria, reflecting on national identity and modernization.
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Aion
Kemal
Turkey
Lin Tsartal
Kematx
Wil
Ixam
Et Sophia
Istanbul
Europe
Poretares
East
Palestine
Mor Fomu
Jamel
Veenees
Cau
Russia
Turk
Verus de Milo
Adana
Twa
Tarsus
Jef Turkey
Syria
Macoubegs
Jason
jAdana
Centenary visit highlights South Australian celebration plans
Miss Centenary arrived in Canberra with dignitaries to promote South Australia’s Centenary program. She toured schools and institutions, spoke to students about upcoming state events from September to December, and encouraged Canberra residents to visit Adelaide for a statewide carnival and floral pageant. The trip included tours of Parliament House, St. Patrick's Church, and local schools, with civic welcomes from Canberra officials and families.
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South Australia
Juan Tietze
Canberra
A.W. Hudson
Lons
Adelaide
Ube Ventue
Ius
Tielzel
Agiarty
Civic Rumin
Letrator
Daley
Amalle School
Mr. Harris
Nuth Australia
C. 8. Daley
Br. J. W. Hudeon
Ainslie
St. Patrick's Beko
Thaddon
Ratan
South 'Australe
Beenatoy McLachlan
Hincheon
Florel Canberra
Air Parliament House
Miaw
Me. Lyone
Parliament House
Telopea Park School
Hudron
Ith
Ith Australises
Eheara
Firshie
Telapoe
Park
Christopher
Church of St." Andrew
W.C.A
Civic Centre
Mims
Y.w.ca Gites
Leks
Sins i Willieran
British Beef Import Policy Outlined in Commons
Reports from London and Sydney describe the British government proposing controlled beef imports from foreign countries to shield the home livestock industry. W. Elliott announced plans for a new empire council and an international meat conference, with interim measures extending the cattle subsidy and a cap on imports to recent levels. Local weather and freight notes accompany the coverage, with speculation on Dominion exports remaining high.
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London
Monuay
House of Commons
W. Elliott
Aire
Empire Most Council
United Kingdom
Empire Meat Council
Lyons comments on British-Australian sugar beet import talks
Prime Minister Lyons said a full public statement on ongoing negotiations with Britain would come soon, aiming for final agreement that pleased Australia's cattle industry. The British government announced a favorable stance, indicating imports of foreign beet may be permitted with no imposition on beet from members of the Kingdon Pram Empire. Lyons noted the proposal was promising though final terms would include measures to protect the United Kingdom market.
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Atr
Lyons
Britain
Astralian Cattle Industey
House of Commons
Wilett
Australia
Bil Lyons
Kingdon Pram Empire
Mr. Lyons
United Kingdom
Proposals for New Meat Agreement Viat UK and Commonwealth
Proposals for a new meat agreement between the United Kingdom and Commonwealth Governments anticipate a 5 percent reduction in foreign imports and a 14 percent rise in domestic supply. The UK will gain full shipping rights for chilled beef to match the existing frozen beef, along with a 1d per th levy on foreign meat, while Dominion meat remains free.
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Austraili
Torviga
Comenrosh Aa
United Kingdom
Commonwealth
Aralis
United Min
Dominion
Theft of Crown Law Papers Unfolds in Melbourne
Melbourne police report a theft incident affecting crown law papers. The department opened an inquiry after evidence showed missing documents from the legal office. Authorities say investigations continue to locate the stolen items and identify suspects as part of the ongoing effort.
Ambiguous Civic Theatre Invite Recalled in December
Fragmentary OCR mentions a Civic Theatre event in December with a bratty invitation and a continuation on page 1. No clear names, places, or outcomes are readable.
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Waboal
BODIE
Telbau
Barmacrough, Limited
Bam
Clark
Rokite Products
Mast
Braddo
The
Canberra Times
Tes
Renerat
Post Weale
Statler
Camberra
Aedade
Mir
Fiat
Alll
Bank of New South Wales
Bank of
Tha Wise and Insure With & Company of Stability Phoenix Assurance CO. Ltd
New South Walee
Pitt & Bridge Streetx
Sydney
Canberra Properties Ltd
ST. Paul
H. V. Morton
Muezzin
Raben
Wrbar
Taurus
Adega
Famburg
Seckoale
Estar
Ata
Venus de Milo
Seus
Suex
Tearnt
Yong
Walt
Jena
Ecret
Galway
Yorkshire Post
Benide
Weather Bureau
Wentern
Thowgtt
Atte
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Kilot
Garters
Argentina
Civic Theatre
Zsese Eis
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