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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Jul 28, 1936
Page
2
The Canberra weather bulletin notes a barometer around 29.83 inches and temperatures near 49.8 degrees at 9 am. Reports show fluctuating readings and missing values, with references to yearly totals and unsettled meteoric data.
A stalled bargaining round seeks a weekly pay rise to 38 shillings and 8 pence for women clerks. The request aims to adjust wages for a broader year, amid ongoing talks with employers.
Canberra forecast notes unsettled cool and squally conditions with further showers chiefly on the tablelands. Fog patches may form and winds shift to fresh naval west to southwest, bringing a stronger breeze later.
The Gauberra Times reports on claims that lack of raw materials harms nations seeking colonies. It notes the International Labour Office findings that raw materials supply is not a colonial issue, with many noncolonial states exporting, and highlights Germany and Italy's internal economic policies and trade barriers as primary obstacles to raw material access.
Sir Alfred Gould died today after a long career as Australia’s prominent political figure. He served as Minister for Justice in two governments, later joined the Legislative Council, and resigned to become a member of the first Senate. His retirement years were marked by devoted service to the state and nation.
The speech notes a broad movement toward the Labor Party Across states, with Curtin saying Australians are disappointed with Commonwealth government policy especially foreign trade and calls for a clear shift in Labour strength.
A fragmented report notes survey of country towns and plans to set up a stamp duty regime for an aerodrome site. The item mentions BIA Rednay and a Monday act referencing an 8 hone ree, with mentions of Watney and various duties under review.
Sydney crowd witnesses a tight points decision as American Romero defeats Negro Tommy Tomas in a darkened Rushoutier Bay Atacium bout. Romero dominates early with hard body punches, while Tomas shows resilience and late rally before the 1st bell ends. The result is greeted with approval.
Sydney Monday report on the Australian Railways Union dispute as factional leaders press the State Council to back the industrial wing and oppose the official newspaper campaign while planning a new Sunday paper company. Officials split overcensorship and support for Lang supporters amid internal council actions.
A fragmentary report notes a Privy Council influenced decision shaping a temporary regulatory scheme for butter marketing. It mentions special regulation to enable ongoing marketing while voluntary price controls are set and adjusted, with immediate amendments anticipated.
The narrator traces Paul and Barnabas through Cyprus from Salamis to Citium, noting Cypriot roads, copper mines, and ancient olive groves. In Tamassos and Pera they visit St Herakleides church, hear legends of St Maimon, and explore a mortuary chapel with tombs and centuries of dust, while locals recall biblical ties.
The Industrial Board opened its hearing on evidence for variations to existing builders labourers awards. Commonwealth Government and union representatives argued about classification and pay for labourers operating a floor smoothing machine, with testimony from William Henry Webb and other builders labourers. The proceedings explored work classifications, wage implications, and the need for training versus on‑the‑job assignment.
An archival report outlines transport award changes affecting bus and tractor drivers, including wage adjustments and overtime disputes. The Melbourne operation cited a higher male wage and contested claims spurring union responses, with testimonies referencing Canberra and Queanbeyan cases and a tied domestic incident discussion.
Canberra based The Canberra Publishing Company Ltd registers and plans a national monthly magazine titled the Australian National Review. Dr Ferd chairs the board as February 5 date looms. The publication aims to cover important interests and warfare, with writers to contrive content nationwide. Distribution planned across the Commonwealth with a five guilder prize for cover design and education department support to distribute across art and technical schools.
Judge Nivig held for the plaintiff in a district court dispute over petrol supplies. Alfred Crowe of Guadareo claimed £16 3s 0d from William Chambers for petrol and related charges. Chambers, of Jaguars, argued business invoices and a later £11 excess. A. Stowe testified he sold petrol to the defendant, while the court examined receipts and account details.
Petition for divorce filed in the Matrimonial Division alleges formal dissolution between spouses. Court records show petitioner Tsiaa of the pos seeks legal separation and related relief under applicable family law procedures.
A partial OCR item describes a simulation of a marriage involving Gwendoline Moore and Richard Sanette or Moore with Mitchell noted. The respondent appears not to enable further action, indicating an unresolved or incomplete court record segment.
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