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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Jul 24, 1929
Page
4
Canberra weather data for July includes barometer readings at 9 am and 3 pm, temperatures ranging from 37 to 47 degrees, with a 63.2 degree maximum in 24 hours and 93.6 degree minimum in the screen. Rainfall totals for the year and monthly rainfall records are listed for Canberra and Queanbeyan with incomplete figures and fragmented notes.
General Noon Yesterday forecast for New South Wales Victoria Tasmania and Western Australia notes cloudy to clearing showers on coastal areas with frost on inland regions. Winds shift from west to south west with milder temperatures in the north and tropical zones.
Weather synopsis reports three quarter cloud with showers in Victoria central and eastern highlands and western districts, with snow in some areas and variable winds. New South Wales sees dull to mild conditions with frost and scattered showers on central slopes. Oberon snow noted. South Australia features fine interior with frosts and light variable winds. Tasmania reports cloudy west with snow on highlands and southeasterly to southerly winds. Queensland shows three quarter cloud along coast with showers and fine inland. winds southeast or south. Western Australia is cloudy in the southwest with light rain and mainly south to easterly winds.
Daily rainfall figures listed for Victoria and nearby regions show wide variation with Horsham 11 inches, Portland 46, Cape Otway 14, Apollo Bay 46, Geelong 5, Mornington 77, Wonthaggi 146, Bendigo areas and many small towns reporting 1 to 49 inches. Australia West Australia data noted as No data.
Madame Meta denies reports that Melba will appear on stage in London and provincial charity events this autumn. The denial clarifies she will not participate in the charity programs mentioned.
The Commonwealth seeks entries for a film scenario competition with prizes of 5000, 3500, and 1000 pounds. Trade Minister Gullett notes high interest and early-stage planning, with many inquiries about submission rules and timing.
The Federal Spital Commission adopts a new preference order for appointments and terminations. The policy prioritizes married and single returned soldiers in Canberra Queanbeyan and surrounding areas, followed by married or single non returned soldiers with dependants and other categories. Special cases may be considered on their merits.
The Prime Minister urged Canberra colleagues to cut production costs to curb unemployment, opposing higher taxes. Opposing leader Scullin backed tariffs, but warned they raise prices and inefficiency. Both sides highlight labor capital tension, calls for better industry spirit, and need for prudent public finance.
In a tense address to the National Clits, Treasurer Stevens outlined a plan to cap loan expenditure at £1,100,000 for the year to safeguard financial stability. He warned of a potential bank panic if further controls are not applied and urged a comprehensive review of New South Wales agricultural machinery and state finances after federal arbitration withdrawal.
London conservatives discuss Imperial preference amid opposition to foreign taxation. Ferguson and Twickenham candidates push free trade lines while official support is softened pending broader party stance. Baldwin backs Imperial preference in a Previon contest as Twickenham chiefs condemn headquarters actions.
At Canterbury Court a case revealed an aboriginal woman who had received 32 in Child Endowment for four children spent it on taxis and beer. A constable reported a filthy house with eight aborigines, six sleeping in one room, and no food. Judge emphasized responsibility to stop the waste of funds meant for the woman and her children.
The Reid Methodist Church Trust opens a new kindergarten hall tonight at 7 40 led by Sir John Bhurters. Built by Chapman and Eccleston Wollders for 1300 it offers primary care spaces supervised by Mr Bessie Skrine with a musical programme prepared by Mr and Mrs A K Heters. Supper will follow the programme served by the ladies of the Methodist Church Aldn.
Secretary J T Heathershaw announced that W J Harvey, former custodian of expropriated property and public trustee, resumes service with full pay. W J Thomas of the Treasury named to the vacant post. Harvey’s resignation is stated not to relate to other issues, with furlough requested January 30 and renewed later with accompanying note.
Police unearthed a burial in sand dunes containing the body of miner Marie Hime amid a scene of foul play. The wrecked clothing and scattered belongings hint at a violent end. Authorities report two suspects connected to the murder, with inquiries ongoing.
Building permits issued include work at Presbyterian Cathedral Morres Sim and Co Wullder seven Burien in Hew Braddon and Grifwh F J Keetel Wullder seven carages In Bed Trwkion and Grit H Wallace and Kon butchers fuel store and treaing room at Gorman Hours WorK Toye sleep outs to confections cottages at Held Mradden Aimstie Forrest and Griffith
Mrs Parkes has returned to the Hotel Wellington following a holiday in Muavouris.
A tangled historical account details Russo Asiatic Bank ownership, Chinese government influence, and the Manchurian railway. It covers Russian disruption in Siberia, Japanese involvement, and shifting control of the Chinese Eastern Railway amid revolutions and wartime alliances.
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