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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Jul 17, 1935
Page
2
Weather report for Canberra contains multiple garbled measurements including temperatures 24.0 and 64, wind NW varying through the day, and references to rainfall totals. The text is fragmented with many unclear terms and inconsistent units, making precise readings and times unreliable.
Two workers were killed and a third injured when a fire erupted during reconstruction at a Fulton Dyemtatte Corporation plant. George W. Ho Bolum died in hospital. both other victims were married men. An investigation by experts is ongoing to determine the cause of the blaze.
The Governor-General presided over a ceremony in Canberra yesterday where the Governor-General presented a Distinguished Service Medal to John Lao Mule of the Stell Division. The event highlighted imperial honors and formal recognition within the Bullish Empire.
Canberra faces mounting housing strain with 20 permanent officers and 40 more on a waiting list, plus 18 private workers. Transfers of four Commonwealth departments will raise demand to about 120 families, complicating plans for Duntroon and potential new weatherboard dwellings to meet low rents as Parliament's year-end talks loom.
Canberra forecast warns of cloudy unsettled conditions with thunder and hail. Strong north to north westerly winds develop as temperatures fall across the region, bringing a sharp cold snap and wintry showers.
The Commonwealth axes to amalgamate social services and form a national insurance scheme. States will be consulted on which industries to cover and how to proceed, reviving a 1928 idea from Dr Earle Page. Benefits include social relief, fiscal relief for States, and political stability.
Japanese man Mr Debuchi to visit Canberra for two days as guest of the Governor General. He travels with Sinés and Toyoda, arriving Sydney August 16, visiting New Zealand, Canberra, and returning September 1 aboard Wanganella. Official functions include a Canberra dinner. brief Brisbane visit planned en route to Java. Major Hodgson organizes duties for the Australian tour.
The State Conservatorium Orchestra under Dr Eager L Exinton performs a diverse program at Capitol Theatre on July 29. Highlights include Wartock Capial Suite with Grieg songs Two Elegiac Melodies, Mendelssohn from A Midsummer Night's Dream, Dvorak Symphonic Dances Nos 6 and 8, Rosini William Tell Overture, and a Rossini revival led by Ste Merry Wood. The ensemble totals about 58 players and features Conservatorium professors.
William Campbell, 27, was convicted of having Hol share certificates and sentenced to three years imprisonment. Madge Campbell, 28, his wife, was found guilty of a similar charge and bound over. Detective-sergeant Jamon labeled Campbell as unscrupulous and noted multiple abscondings across South Australia, Victoria, New South Wales, and from Sydney to New Zealand. Judge Curlewis called the male accused cowardly andmean-minded in the sentence pause.
The Australian Transport Council debate in September faces a major hurdle from states discontent over Commonwealth petrol tax allocations. Smaller states push for a comprehensive review and overhaul of the Financial Agreement as they seek to preserve road work and bridge projects funded under the current scheme. Concerns loom over a shift from the Federal Aid Roads Agreement and potential climate revision efforts, with premiers and acting premiers signaling unified action at a forthcoming conference. The conference may also reinforce pressure on the Commonwealth for a more favorable base distribution and greater state autonomy.
A worker at Air Travel Ltd suffered leg injuries when a propeller struck him during engine start at Mascot Aerodrome. The motor failed and pieces of wood flew, one hitting the leg and another causing additional wounds. Authorities note propeller strikes can be deadly.
A British Legion delegation visited Berlin and laid a wreath on the tomb of the unknown warrior, meeting with Hitler and officials including Ritter. The reception was described as unplanned and not part of the official programme, with observers noting a possible sign of thaw in relations and disarmament talks.
Justice tephon adjourned bail hearing for Mavia Klemer Nielwa held at Bathurst Gaol on remand for murder of her husband. Inquiry ordered to police Woodstock and Cowra about supervision if she reports twice daily. Judge noted three young children are a factor but found no sufficient ground to grant bail at this time.
A Sydney wharf labourer George Cantrell was killed this morning at Darling Harbour when struck by a swinging iron weighing about a hundredweight. Two other men narrowly escaped injury. Cantrell suffered a fractured skull and died at hospital shortly after.
At the Canberra Croquet Club annual meeting officers were chosen including President Mys EA Gmirgand, Vice-presidents ire, W. Fates and Birs, Secretary Mrs H. James, Treasurer Miss WN. Parkery, Committer Miro J. Fewcott, Mrs OG, Maral, and Mrs ia Fas. The club plans to hold a binder a ttor nogn to Beta the Cariberra dictions.
A historical record notes a total lunar eclipse seen in New York and across America. The eclipse began around 10 15 PM local time, reached totality at 11 29 PM, and ended about four hours later. Cloudy skies limited visibility in New York while other regions reported the event.
A bandit described by police as William Manon, a fugitive wanted for a Weyerman robbery, fired on two people during a hip description shoot. One suspect reportedly bailed him on suspicion.
The Chemistry Research Laboratory reports progress on high pressure chemistry and its industrial impact. Advances include producing nitrogen fertilisers from air and converting coal and tar into motor spirit. Direct interaction of carbon monoxide with hydrogen under pressure yields alcohols. Methicoid substances used in silk and other industries were obtained via ethylene oxide and parabmondaide interactions.
Michael James and Marie Josephine Dancey trading as D and D Bakeries sue for 50 pounds for alleged trespass and breach of covenant in Queanbeyan District Court. Trial before Judge Nield runs to determine if entry on February 24 1983 without notice was unlawful and if notice served February 27 gave enough time to breach. Jury to decide on damages if any waiver or substantive defect in notice.
A damaged OCR note recounts William Vines of the 43rd Foot claiming a unique Peninsular medal with many clasps for campaigns from 1808 to 1814. It mentions his grandfather and family serving in the Army, with remarks on long service and a disputed entitlement.
Budget discussions indicate no remissions of sales tax or primage duties. Defence spending will exceed £1 million, war and pension costs rise, and total revenue projection around £25 million for the year. Departments face absolute minimum pressures as the government seeks to curb expenditure despite rising service costs.
A Canberra reader asks why Queen Doctors cannot fully attend their patients in Canberra hospital and argues Canberra should show freedom and justice by allowing unrestricted access. The letter urges ending state rivalries and supports better hospital attendance for Canberra residents.
A blind beggar killed his lover by throwing her from a hotel window after a two year travel plot. He told police he could not leave her alone due to deprivation and lack of money, and confessed to the fatal act after surrendering to authorities.
In Canberra buyers attended a stock sale where more than 3,000 head were offered, but the run of 100 head per pen showed a drop with a single pen not meeting expectations. Traders Woodgers and Celthorps were among the names noted in the report.
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