Coroners Verdict On Quarry Fatality In Electrical Work
The coroner found death caused by electric shock after Sullivan, a live-wire worker, contacted three live wires while lowering them from a pole. Witnesses described the scene, safety practices, and lack of gloves and written instructions, with opinions on voltage safety and rescue actions taken.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hulligan
Federal Capital Commission
WL Oa. Waarh
TE. W. ¥. Deane
W. H. Beal
Electrical Trade Union
Kenneth Raymond Scarlett
Sulivan
de Heavd
Sullivan
Witmede
Mim
Bearlett
Wos
Cyril Patrick Hilgnd
Uneman
Sulvan
Witness
Tie
Shaffer
Knimo
Scarlett
Bullivan
Brett
Ahllond
Bulliyran
Andrew Fraser
Eefim
Electrical Trades Union
Hore
Glover
Funeral for Victim Attended by Union and Officials
The funeral was held Wednesday afternoon from the Catholic Church in Queanbeyan at 3 pm. with officers and members of the UOCF and ETU present, including representatives from the Federal Capital Commission and Electrical Trades Union. The cortege proceeded to the cemetery where Rev Father Dunleavy conducted the service. Pallbearers included J. Maurice, W. Brown, W. Ostwick, F. Dalton, W. Prior and I Catterson. Major MacDewill represented the Federal Capital Commission and ETU members attended from the Electrical Engineers’ Department. The Queanbeyan and Canberra branches of G.U.O.F. were represented among the mourners.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
1, U,o,c.f
Federal Capital Commission and Electrical Trades Union
Queanbeyan
G.U.C.C.F
E T.U
Father Dunleavy
Messrs
J. Maurice
W. Brown
W. Ostwick
F. Dalton
W. Prior
Catterson
Major MacDewill
Federal Capital Commission
Fraser
Cook and Flour
Electrical Engineers’ Department
Mr. T. Trevillian
Power House
Contract Shearing and Child Endowment Tax Dispute
The NSW Gra wlern Aspyciation contends pre Act contracts face tax imposition while urging contractors to seek reimbursement for pre Act contracts and to ensure future contracts include the tax. The article notes likely liability and call for fair handling amid endowment regulations.
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Naalw
New South Wales
Melbourne to Canberra Civil Service Transfers Loom
Within a week or so Federal public servants begin transferring from Melbourne to Canberra, creating a steady stream of relocations through Christmas. Married men fear limited Canberra opportunities, while clergyman Rev. R. Nicholls expands welfare efforts with libraries and soup kitchens.
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Canberra
Melbourne
Christman
Athletica
Aporta
Anberra
R. Nicholls
St. Mark's
Fitzroy
Helen
Nicholls
Energetic Prime Minister Bruce Tours Australia Widely
The Prime Minister Bruce traces a broad tour across the Commonwealth seeking firsthand knowledge of regional conditions. He addressed 30 gatherings in West Australia and spoke at 14 places in one day, inspiring similar ministerial travel by colleagues as a proper practice for federal leadership.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bruce
Australia
Hinripa
Hrure
Commonwealth
West Australia
Dines
Mons
Inter
Queenand
Ae Miniaters
Melbourne
English or Colonial Work in British and Australian Machinery
The article debates whether English or Colonial (Australian) workmanship yields better results in exports and railway engines. It notes global biases in public procurement, cites American locomotives in Argentine railways, and argues Australian methods deserve consideration until American superiority is proven.
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Britain
Australia
Wheat growth and exports in Australia from ancient to modern times
The article surveys wheat as a staple crop in Australia, noting its rise from early Governor Phillip’s colony plans to today’s output. It compares Australia's exports with Canada and the United States, and argues for expanding wheat cultivation despite temperate debate, citing Italy and southern European cultivation as context.
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Auatralia
Phillip
Hchakier
Bow
James Ruse
Experypent Farm
Parramatta
John’ Macarthur
Bineo
Thia
Ga An
Canada
Australia
United
Argentine
India
Humber
Italy
Reliability claims for the Willys Knight car
An article extols the Willys Knight as highly reliable with minimal required adjustments. It credits a RACA reliability score of only two points lost in forty three thousand, praising the sleeve valve motor for no valve grinding or carbon troubles and urging readers to contact Mr. E Avery in Queanbeyan for more information.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Loos
Midewarda Afd
R.A.C.A
Willys-Knight
Gankges
Knight
E. Avery
Monaro Street
Queanbeyan
Salmon fishing on River Bevern noted in historical pastime
The report describes salmon fishing on the River Bevern using baskets and nets during May to August with methods resembling those from centuries past. A communal laundry project in Birmingham is mentioned, along with new washing appliances and fashionable hair care, reflecting long standing domestic practices and local customs.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bevern
Commonwealth Public Service Board announces vacancies
Public notice invites applicants for Bantam and Elin positions in Canberra with age limits under 17 to 21 years. Salaries range from 16 to 212 pounds with increments. board and lodging plus 33 pounds per year for under 21 living away from home. Apply to Canberra secretary via Public Service Board Melbourne by August 12, 1927.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Coatren
Hull
Canberra
Bearotary
Commonwall
Public Service Board
Melbourne
C. B. B. White
Opairmas
Public Service) Board of Cooplagiceeers
Public Vacancies for Olerka and Canberra Federal Capital Territory
Comp examination open to males on October 13 and 14 for vacancies in Canberra and surrounding areas. Details list ages 17 to 19 with varying remuneration. board and lodging potentially provided. Applications close August 27 1927 with the Public Service Board of Competent Persons advising distances and eligibility.
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Olerka
Canberra
Federal Capital Territory
Agen
Balarics Pagadic
Eyth
Bt Dndoven
Alloum
Gnount Jin
Canberm
Ervice Most Mae
Marvice Board of Conmentnapetrs
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Peter Ferrier
Perrier
Horsham
Hamilton
Mt. Gambler
Ferrier
Granta
Ferrier Wool Press
Peter Fortier
Burton's Circus
Birmingham
Alvaalaat Woryen
MorToners
Pries
Henagi Tyre Co
Commonwealth Public
Monganvice Public
Vaca Wnoier
AR Typst
Femaicy
Chnserra
Ohno ‘Public
Syme
PD Esinccorater
Les Thompson
Len Thompson
Queanbeyan Park
Wheaton Vy. Koalas P.m
Warrigals
Federal Rovers
GALE
Chind Jer
Rover
Glyno
Federal Motor Garage
Washington
Pat
Eday
Pan
C. Arnot
Terrigal
Ainmlio
Buitimarriwa
Eastlake
Wintep
Ainslie
Commercial Bank of
Kydney
Cet
Mies
C. P.O
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Universal Distributing Cay
Daley
Redretary, F.c.c
Amalic
Ici
W. H. Wheatley
J. W. J. W. Prowse Newsagent, ‘Hairdresser and Tobacco
Injet
Eastlake and
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Phonographa. and
Capitol
CAFE
Bionica
Homme
Wholeaala ‘Fish
Irons &’ O'Reilly
R. A. Welch
Nee
Hudson End
BUICK
Asherra Tw
Volton
Bering Site
RADIO
Woodgers & Calthorpe, Ltd
Civic Centre
L. P. Rosen
Hoss Plains
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