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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Jul 21, 1937
Page
4
A fragmented weather notice for Canberra shows a 9 am reading with inches and temperatures around 24 and 20.38. The garbled text lacks clear data but indicates an early morning forecast snapshot with numerical values.
In London on Tuesday a government update shows higher economic projections for Britain with revised figures indicating increased estimates across key sectors and forecasts. Officials cautioned the data remain subject to revision as the situation develops.
The readable parts describe a local notice involving multiple names and a listed date. It mentions individuals connected to a community matter and hints at scheduling or fulfillment actions. Processed fragments show names and partial terms without a clear narrative or outcome.
The Royal Commission on Banking advocates decimal coinage as part of a broader push for decimal systems in coinage and measures. It argues that maintaining British currency is outdated and outlines how a thousandth-pound subdivision and smaller token coins would reduce prices, simplify arithmetic, and lower costs across industry and distribution.
A damaged OCR fragment reports a trawler voyage toward Australia with garbled place names and company mentions. The readable bits reference Wenloem and Red Sunnel Pinheriea Ltd, suggesting a commercial connection or voyage context despite the text’s corruption.
Italian inventor Guglielmo Marconi, renowned for long distance wireless telegraphy, died at 75. Born in Bologna in 1874, he conducted early experiments in wireless transmission, secured patents, and led pioneering global radio work. He served in World War I, earned major honors including the Nobel Prize in Physics in 1909, and was celebrated as the father of wireless communication.
Acting Prime Minister Dr Hage announced after Strobd Canight that the government will act on eight key Banking Commission recommendations. Legislation would create a department for lending on land and improvements at favorable long term rates. A special institution was proposed to support small businesses and a second industry.
Disjointed notes mention Bathurst carnival events and a Sunday football hobby joined by local groups. A new Australian Consul General in Sydney Thomas Wilson is noted as preparing to assume duties. Scattered lines reference salary scandals and public service debates, with fragmented quotes about wages.
A Canberra Rugby Union meeting endorsed forthcoming matches in the fortnight, received a donation from Sir Geoffrey Whinward, and expressed thanks for his support. NSW Rugby Union sent congratulations as three new committee members were elected and local equipment for Canberra teams was announced for use in matches with Royal Military College and local schools.
The Combined Canherm team with Wool light team from FLALC will play at Duntroon on Saturday afternoon July 8 with transport from Wooll Bank corner. The lineup includes Warnoh Butterfuld Weale Draper Raydon Wigles Milne Freiberg Denehy Campbell Cunningham Jackson Pert Kun shes Gruen Hurley Peterson Kelly Lees Ryann Fryar Jamiewun McCoaker and I dwar. The match aims to provide runs for interested players and others may join at the Duntroon Oval. Next committee meeting is set for Monday evening at Hotel Kingston.
Sydney reports a large influx of entries for the National Rifle Association anniversary celebrations rifle tournament to be held at the Anau rifle range next February. First prize of 10421 pounds stands as the largest purse offered at any rifle meeting in the world.
The Cape Argus condemns a brawl after a Saturday clash between Australia and South Africa. The editorial denounces the incident and questions the do or die spirit, labeling it prairie worthy yet warning against such behavior.
The famed airman Harold Gatty will marry Ding Velderacy daughter of H Velderacy of Amsterdam. The ceremony is set to be conducted tomorrow by the Mayor of New York and the couple will establish their home at Avettland.
A garbled report notes debates in Washington over a Roosevelt court plan. Critics warn changes could alter the balance of the judiciary. Supporters argue the move would modernize the courts and protect constitutional authority. The piece references legislative maneuvers and political factions shaping the proposal.
Ottawa officials dispute Dr Walker's claim while defending Britain's 1930s tariff shift. Customs Minister Waite notes Britain's empire purchases rose to 84 million pounds from empire sources and 63.4 million from foreign sources since 1932, with empire exports up 61 million and to foreign markets up 24 million.
A fragmentary editorial discusses Putnam and the Pacific voyage, noting Putnam’s sister Muriel Morrhusey praising Amnesia’s death as she would have wished. It hints at plans to organize a rescue by yacht and Navy actions, while questioning a possible miracle to avert tragedy.
Sydney report states Mrs. Elizabeth Thompson of Coogee, 55, died after falling from Wentworth Falls during a walk yesterday. Police led an all-night search with 20 additional constables. the body was found at the foot of the cliff at daybreak.
Hollywood reports Lemuel Goldwyn announces Mrs. Roosevelt wife of the President has been engaged to write advertisements for the film Stella Dallna. The move marks a rare crossover of a First Lady into Hollywood publicity.
Melbourne Tuesday report indicates the Treasurer will announce a reduction in unemployment expenditure when Cabinet meets next. There will be no relief by general agencies or authorities.
Delegates of the Australian Trade Union Congress discussed the push for a 40 hour week. The motion urged the Feder Labour Party to place the policy at the forefront of its election programme. An amendment sought broader support for industrial action to secure the shorter week.
Sydney voters heard a ballot by the TAP electing a candidate for the speakership with iB W. D. Weaver as likely nominee. Two rivals withdrew, The Country Party pledged not to nominate but to support Weaver, who aims to secure control of the four seats.
Australia defeats England 4 to 3 in Newcastle as they press forward in the second half. The visitors show cohesion with early goals but England respond with a late surge before the final whistle.
An American visitor, Mr S A mates, claims Australia's coastlines teem with fish and would be a major untapped commercial asset. He cites Averale as a potential tourism draw and recalls prior expert assessments of Cad raat. Sydney is set to welcome Mr Lyons with a luncheon at the Armtrane Motel and a reception at Tree Hall.
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