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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Jul 13, 1937
Page
2
Fragmentary Canberra Times note listing street address and contact details. Mentions Federal Capital, Canberra, subscription rates, and personal names with incomplete context. The readable items show a brief local stamp of address lines and a telephonic or publication notice.
Deacon Robertson commends YWCA Canberra work and urges support for a door to door collection. He notes the YWCA provides education in crafts and services for girls and stresses the need for an assistant Secretary to help the organization function effectively. Contributions may be forwarded directly to the YWCA.
Rome by Daily Telegraph reports the Pope spends much of the day at Castel Gandolfo, seeking sun treatment recommended by a Swiss specialist. An astrologist disguised as a pilgrim allegedly spent hours with him, amid asthma relief claims. The Pontiff, addressing 200,000 at Lisieux, laments uncertain fate.
Fragmented weather note records barometer readings at 8 30, temperatures through the day, and wind direction. Includes garbled figures and unclear terms, making precise values and locations uncertain.
The Canberra Horticultural Society plans a constitutional amendment to raise membership privileges. The meeting follows an Alburt Fall gathering with Mr Bennet presenting on hygiene and practical topics. Attendance encouraged for those interested in horticulture and local island notes before the evening event.
Vienna officials protest Mussolini for banning the return football match between Austrian and Italian teams after the last encounter, signaling diplomatic tension.
A priest from Zam City was unfrocked amid a scandal described as sacrilege involving a prominent figure and an assassination link. Police investigations and church authorities confirm disciplinary action and ongoing inquiries.
Canberra weather outlook shows mostly cloudy with scattered showers, a cold night and fresh to strong westerly winds. Temperatures drop as fronts move in, bringing cooler air from the west and unsettled conditions across the region.
The Palestine question after the Great War is examined through the Royal Commission report. It outlines competing Arab and Jewish nationalist aims, the Mandate system, and a proposed partition with Jerusalem and surrounding holy sites governed under British mandate to ease tensions and grant access to key Christian, Jewish, and Muslim holy places.
Sydney reports Cabinet approves a full inquiry into the fruit industry led by Mrs. McCullough. The plan includes 425,000 in advances to needy growers to aid purchasing, fertilisers and sprays. The inquiry will cover production costs, market preparation, and futures, with repayment over three years and Rural Industries Agency oversight.
Franklin Green, 34, John Edward aclger, 34, and Thomas vans, 26, were charged with demanding money and armed robbery in Sydney. A woman shouted as the trio allegedly fled, one revolver was discarded and live rounds found. Duggan testified the men threatened to take her cash and beer before police arrived. Green and McIver remanded on £150 bail each for carrying firearms without license.
Wren and Maurice Wren faced three counts of forgery false pretenses and embeslment in a case arising from forged documents linked to a Mis father's trust of 4128. Evidence showed misused funds intended for five children. The defendant faced medical avowals and remarks on depression and a nervous disorder impacting life progress.
London, Monday. Thomas Clarke, driver of the special Royal Train bringing Their Majesties and the Prince and Princess to London, was summoned to the Royal coach at Euston. The King thanked him for a comfortable journey and presented the Empire Medal awarded in Coronation honours for meritorious service including driving the record-breaking train. Clarke said he never worried about nerves.
Public Service Notes discusses the Interstate Conference timing for the Clerical Association, wage concessions for intercapital travel, the forty hour week study, and disciplinary issues at Long Bay. It notes Branch Council views on February timing and a general president proposal, with updates on wage disputes and appeals processes for promotions within the Federal Public Service.
A man who backed Royal Order to the Two year old Mile at Flemington did not return to collect £1200 winnings. He wore a VRC member’s ticket and disappeared. The bookmaker reported the case to the VRC, who advised waiting for inquiries. If he claims later, he will be asked how he had a member badge.
A pedestrian was struck by a car in an incident described as a wanton act. Jett Teg sustained fractures and remains in critical condition. authorities report no other injuries.
George Gershwin died in a hospital five hours after brain tumor surgery. Surgeons from Maryland performed the operation before his arrival at a brain specialist. He had been working on music for the Goldwyn Follies at Goldwyn studios. News of his death shocked American musical circles.
A chaotic 19th century court record notes Boyenfold adopt Wonper and a storekeeper with a childlike mind in Aybury Court. William Vincent Williams faced a £10 fine for pistol possession. details allege he obtained the pistol from a defendant aboard a troop ship during a wet season. The magistrate’s report references a communication with a guardian and a threat involving Tetley.
Los Angeles reports a film star identified as John Montague awaits extradition to New York after an indictment charging a $700 bank robbery in 1961. Cinema circles mull the case as Montague’s Hollywood ties come under scrutiny while associates back him amid rumor and speculation of motive and motive.
France and Australia each won six rubbers in the inter nation tennis series concluding today. The final set saw Crawford and McGrath defeat Bernard and Pelee 14 18 3 3 0 6 4 in a long match. Brugnon and Boussis beat Bromwich and Sproule 1 6 2 2 6 0 6 0 in the doubles.
Executive Council commutes the death sentence to imprisonment for Arthur Leonard in a rapes case. The action marks a clemency step amid ongoing legal proceedings and reflects official reconsideration of the capital punishment sentence.
In an eight round bout at Sydney Stadium tonight former amateur champion Harry Cohen outpointed Centinyan in a hard fought contest. Cohen was too quick and accurate for his opponent, winning on points as the crowd witnessed a fast paced exhibition of boxing skill.
Report outlines progress at the Melbourne aircraft factory with continual work on core production and administrative measures. Despite global shortages, the facility advances in manufacturing capacity, aiming to support wartime needs and local employment.
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