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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Jul 11, 1929
Page
4
Canberra weather summary for July 19 shows morning barometer and temperature readings with a 3 pm update. Observed maximum and minimum temperatures vary by location, with notes on wind direction and gusts.
Monthly rainfall figures are listed for the year to date with partial illegible entries. The total rainfall to date is shown as 918 points, compared to 1 220 points for the corresponding period in 1928.
Period and ed temperature at 7 am in May show min values and rainfall totals for the current year. The legible portion notes rainfall measurement and period readings, though much of the OCR is garbled.
Weather notes cover Canberra and New South Wales with generally fine skies and light winds, a few showers on the coast and tablelands, variable winds from north-east to west, and cloud developing in the south. Western Tasmania faces strong north-west to westerly winds with rough seas, while Western Australia expects cloudy periods with showers in the south-west and fresh south to south-east winds. South Australia shows inland fine conditions with occasional cloud and showers in central and southeast districts, variable winds, and coastal variation near Kangaroo Island.
Weather synopsis notes Victoria clear in most regions with fresh north to north west winds and light to moderate minima in extreme south with scattered showers. In New South Wales conditions cloudy to dull with showers and variable directions, mainly northwest to north.
Weather notes describe scattered showers in bericultural districts and moderate falls in western districts and Lofty Ranges with heavy showers in many areas. Queensland shows cloud cover and SE to NE winds with light showers along the coast. Western Australia reports fogs and frost inland with generally fine weather and light rain in coastal and southern districts.
Readable rainfall figures listed for multiple towns across New South Wales, South Australia, Tasmania, Queensland, Victoria, and Western Australia. Data shows varied amounts from 1 inch to 73 inches in places like Streaky Bay and Mount Gambier, with many towns recording measurable precipitation.
Culver City California reports the world endurance refuelling record of 175 hours by L. W. Mendell and R. K. Neinhart in the bi plane Angeleno. They beat the previous record by an hour and kept flying without landing, passing the 286th hour and continuing into Wednesday night.
A Canberra Times advertisement urges local business to use advertising to place their store in the spotlight. It argues advertising builds confidence and draws buyers to the business by making it visible to about five thousand people in the town and district.
The Commission reduced staff by forty in its laboring and trades section as part of ongoing budget cuts. Further gradual reductions are planned to align with construction needs for the current financial year, notably for Toudsy bridges housing and other tasks. Overtime is to be eliminated where possible to save costs.
Federal Capital Commission offers to receive migration nominations from the Mederman Capital Territory residents for relatives in the United Kingdom. Emphasizes that nominations by Australian friends and relatives yield smoother settlement. Describes domestic worker migration schemes, nominal passage rates for South African girls, and government subsidies for families. outlines costs for men, wives, and single men, with steamer fare balances covered by governments.
Sir John Ellerman, a Hull born shipping magnate, is described as Britain's richest man and London's major landowner after purchasing Cheloon from the Cadoan and Sloane-Branley estates. From clerk to shipowner, he built a vast fortune of tens of millions, favors simple living, and avoids sensational publicity while his daughter lends literary taste.
The Commission logged six motor registrations in the period July 3 to July 10, including one ferry and two motorcycles. Cars listed were Rollin, Durant, Podge, Triumph, Vauxhall, and Overland Whippet. A Rugby motor lorry and two motorcycles Douglas and Harley Davidson were recorded. Totals to date: 1,470 cars 287 motor lorries 186 motor cycles.
The Liberal Government of Canada may reply to U S tariff increases with free trade within the Empire, a major shift from Liberal policy. Conservatives argue Liberals’ free trade stance harms Canada’s interests, citing rising imports from the United States and a persistent trade deficit while Australia concerns rise over related shifts.
Sydney Wednesday report from Mascot Council where the mayor condemned the federal grant as essential yet withheld a calamity. Alderman Chipman blamed retrenchment and economy policy for stalling civil aviation progress. Alderman Munro warned the government would mobilize funds only when danger loomed.
At a general meeting of the Clerks Union held in camera last night to discuss finances, a free fight broke out. The president ended the meeting amid threats of personal harm and managed to separate the combatants. Union affairs are said to be in a complicated condition.
The New South Wales State Council of the Canberra Dunne Memorial Fund held a monthly Sydney meeting last night with good attendance and optimism. The president reported £400 received since the last meeting. funds are held pending forwarding to the treasurer who aims to earn quick interest. Secretaries urge prompt remittance. Kerr invites further Scottish societies to send delegates or contact him.
A Canberra Times reader argues for rezoning to lower milk prices and urges broader measures including cheaper meat and vegetables. The letter mocks penalties for housewives, criticizes proposed enforcement, and praises moves to enforce traffic rules and curb horse drawn vehicles in the city.
Reader discusses a block system for milk delivery as a means to lower prices and improve service. He argues it could reduce cartage costs, avoid overlapping routes, and speed deliveries if dairymen adopt the idea, noting it should be decided by suppliers. He urges consideration to benefit consumers.
A signed copy of the Canberra Times from 1926 and a page foot of the paper were sealed in a foundation box for a Forrest building for Dr. Kel lond ranor. Attendees’ records and a Canberra Morin were included. Dr. A Mollison cemented the box and broke champagne, hoping antiquarians will uncover the history of the Times in the twentieth century.
The Rev. Father GriMn of Goulburn visited Canberra yesterday. Mr. W. Mapleton of the parliamentary records department left for Sydney on Monday for town work.
A landslide in Japan swamps a village washing away houses and inhabitants. Thirty deaths are reported as rescue teams search remaining survivors and assess the disaster scene. Local authorities confirm casualties and vow investigations into causes and warning systems.
The Postmaster General stated after the Grussen Association conference that steps are being taken to pursue a policy of rural automatic telephone development aiming to improve telephony services in countryside areas.
Amateur builder FE Frersen, with no tying experience, assembled a 60 pound aeroplane in his backyard. He managed a brief launch in Auckland on a Wednesday but the machine nearly lifted off before nose-diving shortly after lift off.
London reports the imperial authorities cannot fix an exact meeting date for the 1930 conference yet. Cabled from Australia, Mr Bruce suggests May or June, but decisions await discussions with the Commonwealth governments before confirming a specific time.
New Zealand defeated New South Wales by 22 to 9 in Sydney this afternoon. New Zealand led 19 to 9 at halftime and added a second-half score to seal the win.
Melbourne sessions court heard a tale of alleged conspiracy involving John of and John Melhouwrne Whiteles firemen accused of planning to rob Hoyt's Pty Ltd by entering the strongroom cinema. Wilkins urged Holberry to join a plot offering £1000 and described an inside job at the theatre. Further plans involved fireman Kellaw and Morey Stokes. The hearing was adjourned.
Wellington district reports 16 deaths in the major quake with further fatalities expected at Chivon. Two men named Russell, a father and son, were believed missing since June 17, feared to be among victims.
Two Supreme Court writs were issued today on behalf of Tredd party and Robert Harris, officers of the postal department, connected with an auction following statements printed by the Daily Guardian about the discovery of a telephone matter.
Queensland Government to dispose of the State Cold works of Hamilton and Quarry at Hebden KYoney. At a meeting of the Executivt cil to-lay, Mo wae decided that meat will pot re-ppea usta.
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