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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Jul 20, 1934
Page
4
The record shows rainfall data and weather notes for the current year with figures and dates. It mentions Guessbeyan and references a death related to a rainfall event as part of the archive. The item preserves local weather and incident details in a concise notice.
Fragmentary note discusses price disparities between overseas markets and home consumption. Mentions rowers receiving consumer prices and the need for alignment with domestic costs, reflecting market policy considerations.
Melbourne reports three prospectors are missing after leaving their camp to return to Mount Elentnall. A search party was sent yesterday as weather and rough terrain hinder recovery efforts. A partner stated the group departed Sunday and have not been heard from since, with food and supplies reportedly strained.
The Canberra Times notes that in San Francisco a general strike cannot succeed as a weapon in private disputes. The Strike Committee assumed government-like powers, then halted the paralysing effects to protect food, transport, and public welfare, leading to the strike’s disintegration. Similar lessons are drawn from Britain and Australia.
A new company named Australian Lead Products Limited has been formed to manufacture and pigment Munarpe white lead and other paint ingredients. The capital is 220,000 pounds, with 25,000 ordinary shares at 10 shillings and 20,000 preference shares carrying a minimum dividend of 5 percent. Directors include J. WE, Mille GO, Stubington, Mabert, M. Trwin, among others. registered office Civic Centre in Queanbeyan with local officials and associates listed.
A presentation of an address by public bodies will occur at Government House on Saturday morning, November 24. The addresses received will be forwarded to the Prince in Frey janile for perusal.
A New South Wales Sheepgrowers deputation urged lifting the export ban on merino sheep and opposing embargoes on Corriedales. They argued the embargo harms production, risks stagnation, and could invite foreign competition. Prime Minister Lyons would consider the request as Cabinet weighs Australia’s wool export strategy.
A deputation from the Limbless Soldiers Association of Australia urged the Health Minister to restore the ten per cent pension cut for wives of incapacitated soldiers under the Financial Emergency Act. They sought pensions for widows married after October 1, 1881, and widows of deceased ex-soldiers married after that date, plus employment preferment in the public service and charitable tax allowances. The minister promised full consideration.
Canberra Trades and Labour Council discussed holiday pay for workers and the Industrial Board. The council awaits the Attorney General's view on reducing the 3 shillings cut and may call a special meeting once a decision is known.
At the Hawkesbury College Agricultural Bureau Conference the senior agricultural instructor cited NSW grasshopper damage this year at £3,007,000. Six months to May saw record pest losses on the farm, turning a favorable period into drought and harming crops. potential December losses were forecast at £6,700 but actual damages reached £8,007,000.
Governor-General presided at a Canberra morning session of the Federal Vancative Council. Guests included Sir Robert Knox and Mr P C Oake. The Prime Minister Lyons departed for AfeloOURTE with plans to confer with United Australia Party leaders before returning in two weeks. Commonwealth officials and cabinet ministers met yesterday, with the Commonwealth Director of Negotiation and other officials in Canberra.
A plan to arrange a kangaroo hunt for a guest named Prine near Wunwellbrook is described. The notice indicates coordination and local involvement for the event.
The Minister for Commerce Mr Stewart hopes that talks between Australia and New Zealand will yield further relaxation of the embargo on Australian citrus fruit entering New Zealand. He cites NZ acceptance of controlled quantities under conditions as pending final negotiations between the dominions. Mrs Stewart says the plan will ease the citrus industry, aided by export marketing measures and a £10900 grant for Mandarin growers.
A parliamentary debate shows limited support for exempting wool and sheep industries from land tax. Prime Minister Lyne indicated budget balancing amid commitments, while officials noted tax impacts on production costs and estate sales. Critics argue land tax fails to curb large estates or hinder disposals, citing a £90,000 annual tax on a major institution’s administrative buildings as a burden to landholders.
The Queanbeyan Golf Club championship qualifying draw lists players and matchups for the Sunday round across A and B grades. Entries include Godfrey, Wore, Woodger, Choker, and others with scores and pairings in a scrambled OCR segment.
In Calcutta, Sir Harry Haig denies repeated charges that British and Indian troops committed brutal conduct while rounding up inhabitants in Midnapore district Bengal. Weaker claims that mobs were forced to welcome troops and tortured for attending gatherings are rejected as no formal complaints were filed by participants.
A total of 265 applications were received for twelve cadet midshipmen vacancies at the Royal Australian Naval College Finders Naval Depot. Candidates must be thirteen by W 34 to sit the September examination at state centres. Successful nominees face medicals and an interview before final selection for early 738 training, with applicants by region including Queensland 20 New South Wales 3 Victoria 102 South Australia 35 Western Australia 16 Tasmania 25 Norfolk Island 1 and Federal Capital Territory 3.
Bally Rand publicity peaks again with a notable feathered costume in Entere at Capitol. George Ratt II stars as a dramatic dancer, supported by Carole Lembert Frances Drake and Gertrudes Michael in the principal dancing parts. Otto Kruger Nancy Carroll Heather Angel and Nigel Bruce headline the rest of the program with a light comedy slot and a spring mood.
A brief city report records a fatality caused by a falling boulder near a protected area in Australia. Details remain limited, with authorities reviewing the event and identifying affected parties.
The second round of the two round eclectic competition at Royal Canberra Golf Club yesterday saw Miss Sweetnam and Mrs Torby among leaders. Myre Tooby and Romerville contested the first year’s eclectic, with Tooby’s group finishing tied for the best net score of 80.
Fragmentary notice from the Northern ragres Asaociation mentions phone facilities and a view from yesterday. It references Postminster-Ceneral and Mininlet for the Interior with unclear context and no clear outcome.
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