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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Jul 25, 1929
Page
4
The report shows a daily weather summary with a 24 hour temperature range from a low around zero to a high near ten degrees. It lists a 29.5 degree minimum on grass and wind directions with morning and evening readings. It includes yearly rainfall totals by month and a total year-to-date rainfall figure, noting 1923's total rainfall as 1,230 units.
The Queanbeyan records list monthly rainfall totals and temperature figures for the period ended, noting max and min temperatures and rainfall amounts. The page shows garbled OCR but indicates a rainfall record across months with totals and date ranges.
Noon yesterday forecast covers Victoria to Queensland. Mentions frost eastern areas and southerly winds inland. Canberra and Victoria caution on frost, showers on coasts, inland frost in north, varied winds. South Australia and Queensland show showers, milder temperatures, and breezy to northerly winds.
A mosaic of cloud and unsettled conditions with scattered rain and strong winds. Central and southern tablelands see cool to mild temperatures with frosty nights and west to north west winds. No significant rainfall reported. general trend toward cloudy and cooler conditions.
In loving memory of George Kee nee Sullivan died 25th. Oh how we miss him, dear husband and father. The sorrowing wife and brothers-in-law Arthur and May Wel ly publish this tribute from Chic West.
A broad weather bulletin reports cloudy to overcast conditions across Queensland and Western Australia with a trough near the south west. Light rain noted along the southwest coastal and agricultural districts while most regions experience fine and clear skies with southeast winds in several areas including Casgoyne.
Rainfall figures show widespread totals across Victoria and southern Australia with Capes Otway Apollo Bay and Geelong areas reporting notable totals. Notable readings include Portland 21 and Drouin 6, with large values at Robe 72 and Warburton 2 amid a broad pattern of showers across many towns in New South Wales and Western Australia.
The central committee of the Australian party plans to push for government withdrawal from a policy. A meeting of the Sydney Trades and Labour Council will discuss the proposal on Friday with leaders and delegates attending.
Owin Glydawr Evann, described as The tom Wolf, faced 42 counts of breaking and entering and related offenses in North Sydney. Police say investigations tied to multiple robberies and attempted thefts, with sums and timelines unclear, led to a commitment for trial.
A fragment notes Mr. J. A. Derkina and Medoral Nathan al Daty leaving Cairma for Canberra yesterday. The garbled text mentions whet and jag weaters and northern queenrtand in unclear context.
Fine with a cold night and rosta on the tablelands. Mild day ahead with north to west winds.
An analysis of Australia’s heavy reliance on foreign loans to fund rapid development. The piece argues borrowing inflates customs revenue, risks inflation and later leads to unemployment, tax hikes, and tighter budgets. It stresses prudent, limited borrowing and broader economic economy by both government and citizens.
A man named William Cray appeared before We CT Borers at the Queanbeyan Poller Wowrt yesterday charged with driving a motor vehicle without headlights on July 4. Police evidence stated the defendant drove without proper lights between Temped fark Beleant peal moti Tebay wut Vurk, on July 4. He was fined ten shillings and cautioned in default.
Dr Hutler urges support for infant welfare programs as he recounts historical declines in infant mortality and highlights proposals by health officials and the Commonwealth government. He underscores clinic expansion and maternal care while urging action from Chamber members to back public health measures.
A migrant builds a hosiery business from a thriftily funded start, borrowing to establish a small operation. He expands from hand to power looms, adds machines, and increases weekly output. Within months the business grows, moves to larger premises, and now serves wholesale houses across the Commonwealth with plans for further extension.
A 1929 year book on cricket in the ACT outlines plans by the PACT Cricket Association to publish a yearly volume. It notes preparations under J Henowiek Corjoes and a Canberra venue in August with a program of profiles and match results. The work aims to become a reference for cricket in the Territory.
English Company reports solid results with revenue around £17,000 for the period. The wool selling and general agency operations show rising activity while a price reduction of 23 shillings per ton weighed on goods. May trading conditions in New South Wales appear uneven with the outlook described as uncertain.
A damaged OCR fragment indicates a printing notice from the Federal Capital Press of Australia Ltd. mentioning Canberra and the company office, with unclear date or full context. The readable words reference an Australian publication and a corporate address in Canberra.
A protest organized by the general Vinamien Aveta council gathered to oppose abolition of a preference policy. The group sealed the petition and urged continued support for the current measure, vowing to retreat from further action in this direction.
The minister for Home Affairs refused landing permits for a group described as gipsies. A key issue is their willingness to settle and their stated plans to travel to other destinations, with authorities noting lack of cooperation and funds as obstacles to processing.
The piece surveys arguments for and against expanding Commonwealth arbitration power in Australia. It traces historical tensions between federal and state authority, mentions constitutional amendments and the Labor Party's stance, and notes proposals to reinforce Federal Conciliation and Arbitration while allowing states to continue under transitional terms. The discussion reflects evolving views on inter state trade and the role of a unified federal tribunal.
Fragmented OCR text discusses migration, political figures, and tensions in a new country. It mentions Lord Somer, Penton, Well-feihe, and Weems, with references to visits, hearings, and debates about immigration and national identity, all amid unclear narrative details.
Fragmentary report describes a death linked to a medical or religious context in Sydney. The garbled text references a person named Christian Scientist and implies involvement of medical or emergency responders, with no clear outcome or date.
Fragmentary OCR text hints at pneumonia and influenza cases linked to a hospital or city outbreak. Names and places are garbled, but references suggest weak nursing staff and a public health concern. Further readable details are unavailable in the fragment.
A government statement from an official source says the governor’s wife denies a press report about a meeting on a mystery topic. The note hints at Australia and internal tensions, with officials stressing a cautious approach while avoiding public comments on alleged troubles.
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