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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Jul 29, 1933
Page
2
Partial OCR shows a Canberra address and contact for a drama and singing program at Monte Vista Mugga Way associated with T.W.C.A. The notice lists all grades and requests interest for dip. reac or PLANO offerings.
The report lists daily weather data for Canberra including 9 am barometer 80.77 inches, 9 am temperature 40.2, 24 hour high 60, low 37, and wind east. It then shows monthly rainfall totals for Canberra and Queanbeyan for the current year to date with several July entries and a yearly total.
A Gipsy Moth talane piloted by Captain R J Carter and parachutist L A Diamond crashed into a tree while landing near Jerilderie on a tour of Australia. Carter attempted to regain flight but the craft wrecked 200 feet away. All occupants escaped injury as the plane, flying from Deribderte to Bonica, faced poor visibility and a hard tree.
A pruning demonstration hosted by the Canberra horticultural group at Motel Canberra showcases techniques for shaping and caring for roses. Experts discuss plant health, growth patterns, and seasonal pruning tips for home gardeners.
After the London World Economic Conference ends without action the United States faces renewed pressure to settle war debts. Britain plans negotiations in September, while US currency stability and foreign trade depend on a debt settlement. A new US policy push toward conclusive war debt talks is proposed for global recovery.
The Ottawa and World Conferences called for monetary measures to raise wholesale prices while maintaining sound finance. Delegations favored a gradual price level rise to revive enterprise, avoid inflation, and restore a gold standard through international cooperation. Signatories included Chamberlain, Bennett, Bruce, Forbes, General Bmuta, and Mr. Btrakoach.
The Big Four wheat exporters reach in principle accord on cooperation with Danubian nations. Talks resume August 21 as governments involved will be consulted in the interim.
William Jansen twenty one son of the famous stage magician Dante was killed instantly when his motorcycle collided with a telegraph pole on Gregory Terrace near Brisbane today. The report notes Dante preparing a season at the Criterion Theatre in Sydney around August.
At the Full Court of Criminal Appeal in Sydney Eric Roland Craig argues new evidence could alter a murder verdict. An affidavit from Craig claims innocence and recounts a coded lead and a bloodstained handkerchief tied to the Beasle O Connor case. Witnesses describe a bundle of bloodied items and a tyre lever linked to the crime scene before adjournment.
The first debating competition at Canberra begins Monday August 7 with teams from the Australian Natives' Association and Canberra Grammar School arguing That the idea of nation hood is detrimental to world peace. Other groups may join as interest grows.
An exhibition billiards match between Horace Lindrum and T M Schiller of the Patents Office takes place Friday night August 4 at Kingston billiard saloon Canberra. Lindrum known as snooker champion and world record breaker spans interest with Schiller a Melbourne amateur. Lindrum will give Schiller a good start. A prior exhibition is scheduled for Thursday August 2 at the Royal Canberra Golf House.
A second blackout strikes Canberra and Queanbeyan on Thursday night following a rat-caused damage and power fault. Inspectors cite two insulators on the Queanbeyan line failing after a short circuit, worsened by water ingress, with Queanbeyan suffering a longer outage. Repairs began yesterday and are expected to finish today. total damage exceeds 300 pounds from Wednesday night, with Thursday night losses not greatly increasing the sum.
London debates address the Victorian migrant settlement scheme amid criticism of prior inquiries and Ottawa agreements. Speakers urge justice for migrants, call for Board preservation, and discuss Dominion participation and future settlements.
Friday reports show the Attorney-General stating an agreement would be concluded within five days. The terms would settle cases of migrants examined by a Rent Commission. Federal Attorney-General Latham says conditions under which migrants were induced to come to this country were not fulfilled by the Victorian Government.
Visiting Presbyterian Ladies' College Goulburn beat Canberra Church of England Girls Grammar in tennis with Canberra A 4 sets 9 games to PLC and Canberra B 43 sets 31 games to PLC. In basketball PLC outplayed Canberra girls 15 to 2. A return match is set for August 24 at Goulburn with more games against southern district schools planned.
Their Excellencies the Go General and Tady Isaacs attended members of the personal staff and returned to Canberra this morning, crossing from Sydney.
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