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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Jul 12, 1935
Page
4
A local shop advertises name plates in wood brass copper and metal with designs in sizes and styles. Customers can choose from materials and lengths and get guidance on custom options at Braddon based Nant Timae Office.
Fragmented weather report notes barometer readings around 3000 inches at 3 pm and 0 a.m. amounts of precipitation near 0.08 inches. Temperatures in Canberra and Queanbeyan are given with several garbled figures. Ends with a summary line of daily totals and mentions wine in Queanbe yan.
Canberra Chamber of Commerce formed two committees to draft a proposal for a Canberra shopping week and to secure broad cooperation from retail traders and the public. Traders insist Canberra stocks rival metropolitan ranges in quality and price, noting turnover disparities as a factor. They urge government support to enable necessary city planning reforms and emphasize traders' public-spirited role in Canberra's welfare.
The Nuffield Fund miner Barnive Caan, aged 46, died after a collapse at the Hlghnen mine near Sydney during a routine assessment. The burial followed a decision on allocation by the British motor magnate Lord Nut Daldi to support care for crippled children, with a focus on research to prevent disease.
A local Cub troop near Forrest fort gathers to establish a stable group. Initiatives have progressed for some time, with recent efforts aimed at cementing the troop and achieving success. The regiment plans a meeting around twelve o clock on Saturday to confirm plans and vote on next steps.
A New South Wales court heard details of a fraud and bail plan to free Alexander Rouse from custody. Witnesses described a scheme involving falsified rents, forged names, and staged occupancy at Bondi and Como. Several defendants faced charges of conspiracy and fake pretences as the case unfolded.
Dr Bainton selects orchestral works for an orchestral concert in July 1935 at Capitol Theatre under his direction. Wagner Mastersingers Overture and Schubert Un finished Symphony plus Finlandia by Sibelius form the program, with tickets in high demand and Lady Isaacs to attend.
Newcastle reports the Northern Miners Federation agreed today to press for closing Ayrfield Number colliery where underground fires burn. An official says about a year ago a safety measure expelled Miners Redormley and all non federation workers, amid fears of a potential devastating explosion.
Objection to the candidature of Mr W G Piper for an Advisory Council Election due in September next was ruled by the Portmaster General's Department. It is understood Mr Piper will not contest the election. The Public Service Welfare Committee chose to contest the election in the interests of public servants. The committee's chair was popular though disappointment was expressed when it was learned he did not seek the candidacy. The objection has been taken under FAG rules allowing the department to appoint or permit persons who interact with the public in official duties to hold public office. It is expected the decision will be announced by Mr Moriti, head of the Public Welfare Committee, next Tuesday night with action to choose another nominee or call for nominations. Other nominees for the election included Messrs LG Thornton, Aloada, Bridges, KG Kappler, secretary of the Australian Ore, and F. Suleivan of the Auditor-General's Department.
The New Guinea government plans a distinct silver and base metal coinage for 5 000 white residents and likely natives, to be ready by year end. The ordinance bans British and Australian coins, with penalties, and a treasury coinage trust fund will manage proceeds, routing excess above 100 000 to Territory revenue.
A mass meeting was planned by the foundry workers to discuss an upcoming football fixture with the Kalgoorlie brewery. The gathering follows declarations from striking leaders and aims to coordinate before the annual game.
A dancing championship at the Dance Pavilion opens next Saturday night with two judges and public vote to decide the heat. Local couples compete in modern style while a challenge bout between G TownsEnd and J O Halloran stirs interest for a five pound wager.
Sir Alan AN, chairman of the Orient Line, heads a deputation to the Australian Attorney General with representatives from the Chamber of Shipping and Matson to urge alignment of American and Australian subsidies. The group plans to lobby Washington to address subsidy disparities affecting Cunard, Orient, and Pacific liners.
A meeting of the Queanbeyan Ratepayers Association sponsored the creation of the Queanbeyan and Federal Cormorant Destruction Association. It aims to protect waterways from cormorants from Yass to the Molonglo headwaters, with a set weed shoot day and a 6d head bounty. Officials elected include President Ald. J. Eamond and Secretary Mr. W. Webber.
In a ratepayers meeting the buyer Abi. 5 Fernond proposed establishing swimming baths on the Queanbeyan River below the weir with river water vaults, costing between £1000 and £2000. The mayor said the summer was too short for a full pool but the town is behind the times on essential utilities. The address also covered tree planting and sewerage works, kerbing and guttering charges, with the mayor receiving thanks.
Sydney foresees no new transport developments soon as buses will replace the tramway service through Circular Quay and Woolloomooloo Bay. Commissioner Murdocks says the tram service will be converted to a non tram system, with buses serving Woolloomooloo to Wynyard and Pyrmont.
The Treasury table tennis team defended the Brown Cup against Parliament Howe with fast rallies and close scores. Matches featured Wharton Torapant and others as spectators noted strong play and a potential regular competition next year.
Berlin reports the number of unemployed dipping to around 2,877,000, the lowest since the war. Officials note a drop to the two million level for the first time in years, signaling improving labor conditions despite ongoing economic pressures.
Melbourne hospital admission details a minister under medical absence. Public service appointments include D. V. Johnann and M. Forbes with retirement announced for a department typist.
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