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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Jul 24, 1930
Page
4
The Canberra Times announces publishing plans for early morning delivery and requests contact with the circulation manager. Availability noted at bookstalls in Sydney More Vale Goulburn and Albury Railway Stations.
Weather summary notes a morning thermometer reading around 38 degrees with a day high near 62 degrees. Light to moderate winds from the northeast. Overnight low around 81 degrees listed, with some garbled unit names and times.
General forecast for New South Wales and Victoria reports showers on the coast with fine but cloudy conditions inland and unsettled spells. Winds mainly northerly to north east with variable directions. Cloudy periods expected in western areas with rain developing in eastern divisions. Victoria sees fine start with increasing cloud and unsettled rain, winds from west to southwest, and variable conditions.
The report notes showers on Tasmania's southwest coast with strong west winds and rough seas in the south. South Australia forecasts cloudy skies with scattered showers and warming trends. Victoria and Queensland expect varied winds and cloudy conditions with inland tropical temperatures remaining subdued.
Readable coast to Queensland and Tasmania show varied skies with overcast to partly cloudy conditions. Light rain or drizzle possible in southern districts. stronger winds and pockets of heavy rain near Proserpine and Western Australia reported with cooling fronts and frost in some inland areas.
Noon rainfall figures list many stations across New South Wales and South Australia with varying precipitations. Entries include Kenfell, Nebo, Sandy Cape, Cardwell, Proserpine, Franklin, Hawker, Carrieton, Fowles Bay, Morro other sites, detailing amounts such as 19 inches at Nebo and multiple small readings, reflecting widespread showers and storms across coastal and inland areas.
The minister announced at the close of the previous returns that £M.44 had been subscribed with applications below that total. The Loan Council advised keeping the loan open until Monday to allow for further subscriptions, with a potential extension if needed for late investors.
A cheque-book and paying-In slip totaling £10 and a solicitor's receipt for property conveyance were found in the possession of Thomas Terry who faced Hyde magistrates. He admitted a £60 bail surety cheque was honoured and that he paid £40 for a motor car. He had negotiated for a £500 mainland property and was ordered to live under supervision with meals provided for the near future.
The article argues that Australia must accept tax increases to balance the budget and avoid default on both domestic and overseas debt. It critiques past budgets for inflating customs figures, warns against repudiation, and discusses Canberra politics, including the Bruce Page stance on Canberra leases and unemployment relief. The piece defends current government measures to face deficits and honor commitments while criticizing opposition calls to cut funds.
A misload truck delivering ponds for VETHOLIS COIN Oy arrived in Canberra when attackers damaged a wireless set and coinsignal device belonging to A. Abrahams of Canberanian. A vase of earthenware goods at O.K. Stores Canberra was broken open and a case of ten opened with contents stolen. The truck was later found abandoned near Sydney with several items missing. Messages were scrawled on the opened cages indicating a warning and a taunt about the theft.
Mr MacDonald warned about international aims and the need for united plans for well being. He urged parliamentarians to avoid tolerating low standards of living and emphasized cooperation across nations to sustain peace and progress.
A garbled note from the International Pur Exposition at Lelie suggests a yearly fur market harms numerous cats. The fragment mentions a market theme, dates, and public astonishment at fox and other fur trade practices, with unclear specifics due to OCR damage.
In the Senate debate on the arbitration bill, Senator Pearce warned against compulsory arbitration and argued that removing strike penalties while retaining employer penalties would be unfair. Senator McLachlan and others urged trimming the bill and opposing party discipline, with fears it could politicize commissions and weaken industrial arbitration. The opposition signaled it would push for conciliation provisions separate from arbitration, while noting the need for parliamentary power limits and constitutional issues.
The House debates Beute statements on free wheat for members and questions about the Prime Minister and Deputy Leader over attendance and refreshments. Senators discuss parliamentary conduct, economy, and the refreshment rooms, with references to Drage, Keane, and Gabb in a broad political exchange.
London officials announce a new defense plan as the Air Minister opts to base 200 Hornets near London. The force is tasked with patrolling up to 20,000 feet and then diving to engage intruders, strengthening the city’s air cover during a tense period.
A court body reviewed the registration of the Union of Australia with World War era details. Mr AL Shewaurt stated the funds and intent were present, while questions about payment of levies and membership were discussed. The hearing noted some members had paid while others had not and potential penalties were considered.
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