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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Jul 23, 1930
Page
5
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Debates focus on reducing expenditures while preserving road maintenance and pension support. Members clash over Commonwealth road grants, state matching funds, and pension increases tied to past governments. Anstey defends current spending as essential to jobs and infrastructure, while critics seek deeper cuts to curb deficits.
Authoritative reports deny rumors of Parliament ending another session this year. The House is expected to rise Friday August 1 and remain in recess during the Prime Minister's absence, with reconvening as early next year possible.
Australia and Scotland finished all out for 347 after Bradman steered a steady innings of 140 minutes with 19 fours. Woodfull supported, but the line was marked by tight fielding and some loose bowling as the match in Glasgow ended in a draw with Ponsford and Kippax among the scorers.
The draw lists pairings for an 18 hole teams match at the ESP Cities event. Players including Mrs. Burrowes Mrs. Somerville Mrs. Dickinson Mrs. Peart Mrs. O Loughlin Mrs. Romans Miss Sweetram and others are scheduled to compete in varying matchups across the board.
The 1940 extension lectures by Prof W J Dakin of the University of Sydney begin next week in the Albert Hall ante room. Topics include The Invention of the Bear and Marine Life and Bea Plaheries with lantern slides. Admission is one shilling per lecture or two shillings sixpence for all three.
A former millionaire named Herr Willegibeih, once owner of a palace for his four children, loses his wealth during the inflation period as shares drop. He becomes temporarily insane after a financial collapse, is confined, released, works at a canary shop, and now lives destitute with his children awaiting a home.
Trevor Wignall of the Daily Express notes England’s concern centers on Bradman rather than Woodfull Ponsford or Kippax. The piece suggests Peebels aims to duel Bradman and hopes to dismiss him before he reaches three figures.
London Manilay The MCC has presented Duckworth with a stand mounting the ball from the Australian innings of 729 where he conceded only six byes in 109 hours. A silver band records the details.
The Australian Press Association reports Fairfax is recovering from illness and may rejoin the team in Manchester for the fourth Test. His fitness will be decided at the last minute.
The schedule lists second round matches for the FC schools rugby league on July 23 to August 15 at Manuka Oval. Canberra Grammar plays Queanbeyan Convent and St Christopher’s, with Telopea Park and Queanbeyan competitors in multiple tilts against Canberra foes.
Pearl Uaker seventeen of the Ambassadors Theatre ballet died in hospital after her flimsy costume caught fire backstage. She had left the stage with the troupe and was burned when her dress brushed a radiator, flames enveloping her before help arrived.
Group 8 to examine a late inquiry about a junior Canberra visit to Bradehweerd and a related brewing dispute. The league judiciary committee will assess the findings and potential impact on the league.
A harsh critique by an English reader targets umpires in a match between Australia and New Zealand. Allegations include a suspected umpiring error at Duleepeinhii and a missed push on Hurret, with Darker blame toward officials for lacking experience and state bias.
An excerpt records a heated argument over new taxes including sales tax and income tax. Speakers criticize government policy as increasing inequality while defending or opposing abolitionist goals and discussing economic impacts in Britain and comparisons to Canada and Australia.
A garbled 19th century report discusses Dr Beaumont and sea sickness, noting confusion among surgeons about cures. It mentions bindfolding, plugging with wool, and attempts at relief but no universal remedy. The passage hints at ongoing debate within medical circles.
Report discusses straw as a durable, decay resistant material for roofing and wall sheathing in cereal regions. It describes straw boards, binding, and lime cement, noting weights and workability, and compares to pine and wool based materials for exterior cladding and structural panels.
A discussion of the bridal veil origins from early customs in which brides wore red veils. It notes the veil symbolizing modesty, its evolution from forceful capture myths, and how modern norms shape veil use in church weddings.
Members of the Artiatx Bociety of Canberra prepare a cabaret at Albert Hall on July 25. Women will be stationed around the ballroom, tables marked for knitting, drinks available beforehand, and decor by the society. The Roxy Orchestra is promised, with catering by Mrs Thornmlibll and further novelties planned to boost carnival mood.
An advertisement extols a cough remedy claiming over one million Australians use it yearly. It promotes concentrated Herne to mix with sweetened water, promising eight times the quantity and quality of standard bottles, and claims rapid soothing, relief from coughs, colds, and throat discomfort.
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