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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Jul 10, 1929
Page
4
Weather data for Queanbeyan lists monthly totals with many missing figures. The page includes temperature readings and dozens of garbled characters, rendering most values unreadable.
General forecast indicates temporary fine weather in some regions but unsettled conditions return with rain later. New South Wales expects northerly winds and scattered showers, Victoria foresees improving but cooling with northerly to southwesterly winds, and South Australia and Western Australia face cloudy spells with showers and variable winds.
Victoria reports chiefly fine and clear in the west but cloudy and threatening elsewhere with northeast to northwest winds and scattered very light rain, mainly in the Mathew. New South Wales shows mostly cloudy to dull skies with showers over the eastern coasts, light variable winds, and some frosts in parts. South Australia experiences widespread cloudiness inland with occasional squalls and light rain in central districts. Queensland notes mostly clear between the chill and central highlands with slow clearing elsewhere, possible trace rain near Mackay, and onshore winds along the coast. Western Australia remains cloudy to overcast in the west and southwest with scattered light rain in the south and west, while the rest is largely fine. Northern areas show limited data, and Tasmania relates mixed cloud and showers with light to moderate rain in some districts.
In London the House of Commons debated government safeguarding policy amid calls for imperial preference and industry protection. The Lords of trade argued for extending support within the empire to boost exports and employment while opponents warned of continued unemployment and the need for reorganization. The session adjourned with the Chancellor set to address McKenna duties and related budget questions.
A garbled dispatch reports Canon Ward and his wife aboard Port Hobart en route to Finghumd with family, noting a late dine, a telephone chat with a Canberra friend, and warm regards for Print iune, amid travel delays and weather confusion.
A weather ledger lists rainfall figures for numerous towns and regions across Victoria, New South Wales, South Australia, Tasmania, Queensland, and Western Australia. Readings include Beechworth 7 inches, Dandenong 4, Mount Gambier 4, Hobart 2, Albany 100, Perth 25, and many other localities with numeric totals varying widely.
The Canberra Times notes a federal deficit for the year exceeding £2.25 million with surpluses in the past decade totalling about £12,000,000. It warns against sweeping defence cuts, urges navy and air force maintenance, recalls 1914 allies, and criticizes delayed retrenchment while calling for balanced spending.
In Cooma the game continues despite heavy tromth and freezing conditions. In Cock of the Walk events Morris the Federal District champion defeated Coors champion KH Quad ling 21 to 16. Morris also beat M Wells 21 to 6, but lost to Rogan 23 to 10, with Rogan reclaiming honors Morris had taken in round two 31 to 19.
The Postal Department announces new stout paper registration envelopes for legal documents. The large envelope bears a value stamp of 4d, matching the standard smaller registration envelope price of 5d. The item is designed for convenience of individuals and firms in sending registered items.
Under the control of the Canberra Division of the Red Cross Society a home nursing course starts Monday at 8 00 pm in the Womens Community Hall Canberra Lectures will be given by Dr Heatrice Sharwood assisted by Fisher Lancer of the Canberra Mothercraft Reckety. The organizers urge many girls and young women to attend for practical and educational instruction.
Tax rules state that individuals with income from wages allowances domicile stipends overtime or other earnings must file returns. If the total annual income does not exceed £254 the commissioner secretary may deem the requirement not necessary unless specifically called for.
The marriage of Clinton Ingold son of Mr and Mrs Chas Ingold of Vatta Yat to Miss Morrkin of Htowe Hue Regulla was held June 28 by Drew Butcher Don nelly. Bride given away by brother John in white crepe dress and georgette frock with a veil held by orange blossoms. Attendants included Miss Morrien in peach frock. best man Mir Loge. The couple left for Sydney by car. wishes and gifts from many. They will reside at Milton New South Wales.
The Federal Capital Commission considers restricting horses and driving on public footpaths in City areas amid concerns over pedestrian danger and path damage. The Traffic Ordinance bans riding or driving on footways except at designated entrances, with penalties up to 20 pounds for breaches.
London report states Australia has replied to the British government that it is agreeable to resuming relations. The exchange comes ahead of a broader settlement and signals potential easing of postwar tensions between Sydney and London.
Ministerial circles and industrialists clash over a proposed duty scale for cheapest garments. Officials discuss a 1 to 10 percent ad valorem that could rise to 40 percent for higher value entries, while unions warn that any duty under 24 percent fails to protect wages. Industry leaders urge stronger protection to prevent job losses and keep workers employed.
The Minister for Home Affairs Mr MM A Abbott returned to Sydney after planning a tour to Cuntenby and meeting deputies in Canberra. A report on the merits of central and North Alleged avenues was to be sent to the Prime Minister, with Cabinet to consider it next week.
An official proclamation declares chicken pox a notifiable disease in Sydney urging close monitoring of cases among school children. Public health authorities warn of spread and outline reporting requirements for physicians and schools.
A report describes a dispute connected to Mrs Ying Ban, wife of a Chinese merchant, amid a police inquiry and a crowd of about 2000 fans. Details are unclear due to damaged text, but the event concerns an opium related matter and a consular wife in San Francisco.
Among yesterday's visitors to Canberra was the Teen Father Markley of Young visiting his Mrs Kathleea Jugents of the Forestry Department. The reverend has not been in the Territory for four years and notes a big growth in the place, delighted with progress. Canberra is growing into a lovely city.
A reader signed Mother of One criticizes milk price hikes and argues against the burden on large families. The letter uses old spelling and phrasing to urge change and defends the idea of free choice and fair pricing for all mothers.
In a letter, Tam urges action after noting rising milk delivery costs. The writer cites Mr Crap and the Citizens League president to call a meeting to discuss reductions and seek a public vote through the league to address the issue. The note ends with the Labuk family reference.
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