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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Jul 21, 1934
Page
2
Weather ledger from Canberra lists barometer 20.18 inches and temperatures around 36.3 degrees for a portion of the year. Wind readings are recorded, with multiple entries noting times and directions.
The announcement admits Britain’s disarmament efforts have failed to elicit global response. It notes a dangerous gap in its air defence, with Britain’s air force weaker than France, Russia, Italy, the United States, and Japan. The plan aims to bolster defenses while urging international disarmament talks.
West Queanbeyan beat Hall on their ground by twelve to two in the third round cup match. Doubles results featured Balton, Gritshle, Harman, Crandie, Dunn, Barton and others with scores including 6-2, 14-2, 7-1, and 3-10. West Queanbeyan leads the league 7 to 3, with future fixtures against Dumtroon planned. Southwell and Brown announce Premier Stores sale. postmaster Mr. C. W. Routhwell to remain in service.
A taxi driver faced a charge following an Ambault incident at Ball's Colts venue. Local authorities reported the arrest and processing details, with no additional victims identified.
In a reading of Professor Thompson’s influence, students recall his engaging method and passion for science. Mrs Currie notes his era defining evolution debates, while colleagues praise his clarity and encouragement for outside reading. The tone highlights hishumble private life and lifelong commitment to liberal education.
Mrs M Currie MLA BBC addressed an audience on a Canberra University Association program praising Sir John Arthur Thompson as a great biology rescuer and life figure. The speaker traced his 1801 birth in East Lothian Scotland, his church family, Edinburgh medical lecturing, Aberdeen chair of Natural History, and knighthood before retirement to Limpsfield Surrey.
In Warren on a Friday a young man Henry Maxwell Foreman and young woman Mien Jean Carmel were found dead in a single seater car abandoned on vacant land near Gunninghah Road eight miles from Warren. Each victim had a single bullet wound and neither had been seen alive since Wednesday after attending a Trangie polo carnival. Police believe Foreman’s body may be the bearing relative’s firearm from last Friday.
Tas draw for the Silver v Par match at the Federal golf links is announced this afternoon with pairings including Cole versus Baker Paxton versus Tedadale Yeond versus Gtuart Hunt versus Prasee Grimts versus Dawkina Murton versus Hillyer Blair versus McDermott Shannon Jarman versus Ware Chave versus Ryan Leybutt.
Victorian retiring members of the Australian Country Party reject the new nomination form adopted at the annual conference. They vow to support the old platform and pledge, while central council endorsers threaten to nominate multiple candidates if signatories differ. Mr. T Paterson and colleagues argue the federal line does not apply to Federal members and urge withdrawal of the new form.
A Sydney delegation will travel to Canberra to be received by Defence Minister Senator Sir George Pearce at 10 am. The report notes the flight from the air terminal and the planned break day departure, reflecting official transport arrangements for the visit.
William George Adams aged 25 faced City Court in Melbourne on a charge of stealing three trays with 80 diamond tiaras from L. C. McMansters North Melbourne jewellery shop on June 1. McMansters said a man asked to view rings, grabbed the trays, and fled. a revolver was fired but the robber escaped in a car. Adams was remanded on £400 bail.
Full aldermen attendance as Mayor Taylor notes Federal authorities will move the federal office to Goulburn prompting protest. Discussion covers tram work delays, Western Downs deviations, bitumen road repairs, sewer renewals, and copper piping versus galvanised lines for town services, with estimates and notices from Works and Industry.
Alderman raised concerns about telephone service between Canberra and Queanbeyan. He noted three minute trunk limits, extra charges for longer calls, and compared Canberra Sydney policies. The council returned the matter to the previous service provision to resolve the dispute.
The Mayor of Queanbeyan Alderman HEC Tuy announces funds and a council plan for the Farrer Memorial. A sub committee led by Aldermen A H Collate and Br Johnston will coordinate with the Association to raise finances and establish garden plots on Monaro Street, pending unemployment or council permission for quick work.
Melbourne reports that Prime Minister Lavonia announced Senator Harry Lawson’s retirement from federal politics due to fires and personal lessons. A cabinet letter expresses sincere regret and thanks for loyal service, noting his vast experience and valued counsel.
The report states Mr RG Menateny will be the WAP candidate for Kooyone in the coming Federal election, seeking the seat of the retiring Attorney-General Mr Lathiem in the House of Representatives.
The Minister for the Thterior J A Porkine announces unchanged rates for 1984 based on the unimproved land value outside the City area. General rate remains 45 shillings per pound and a 24 shilling levy on improvements. special levy on land formerly part of Queanbeyan is set at £1 18s per house, reflecting a 10 percent reduction. Notices will be sent detailing each ratepayer’s amount for August form.
The Minister for the seat Mr Weaver is named as chairman of the Hospital Commission following a government decision to adopt Weaver's recommendation that the minister should always chair. Acting chairman Dr Colvin would become vice-chairman if this is confirmed as terms expire July 21 and new legislation is expected next week.
A Sydney notice states Texaco Power Petrol will be reduced in price following a 0 day announcement about additives. The report mentions a power chief patrol and tetra ethyl lead in connection with the fuel price change.
The Canberra Presbyterian Church announced that Mr C Thaley won the position of organist at St Andrews Cathedral and will begin in about a month. A reception week at Ainslie featured many attendees from Melbourne Sydney and other towns.
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