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Newspaper

Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Jul 31, 1939

Page

2

Climate and Weather Signals Across Canberra and Manila

Fragmented OCR describes temperature, wind, humidity and rainfall readings from Canberra and Manila with times such as 2 pm and 8 am. It notes high temperatures around 8 degrees and 16.2 percent humidity, references pressure readings near 604 inches and cada. The text is garbled but preserves mentions of maximum temperatures, wind, and precipitation across multiple locations on unclear dates.

Canberra Harometer Boma de Grace

Tennis Canberra Pennant Games Mixed Tie Narrowes Margin

The Canberra pennant tennis matches produced a tight result with Northbourne taking the mixed tie by a slim margin. Players such as Harton, Turwddon, and Amelie showed strong performances, while Barton and Weetangerrka delivered competitive showings across multiple courts.

Dawn of Missions from the Pulpit at Forrest

A sermon at Mt Andrew’s Church Forrest recounts the Dawn of Missionary Enterprises inspired by Acts 18 2 Separate me Barnabas and Saul The message highlights early evangelism from Antioch to the Gentiles and cites Barnabas Saul and other workers as models for global outreach with ships and calls to far nations including India Africa and the Pacific and notes a modern missionary effort by the local church through ordained ministry and support from the Went Australian Government

Turnbull Bt. Andrew's Church Forrest Dukieys Mimiots Ted Jerusalem Wiich Wong Ekephon Antioch Si Gerusalem Barnabas Tarsus Seulahil Hinducen Busta Barnabas Hind Perjet Barnaban Saul Damascus Gentiles: | Ermapa Agilach Africa Robert Morviaan Hudaone Chaimers Pacific Eukinos Greenland John Nori Australia Gulf of Carpentaria Morninarton Taland Kunmonya Broome Heraella Boul Austeatia Moold Bulla Hallin Creek North-Weal Hebrides India Canberra Raire Bornes

Budget Tax Debate Warns Against Defence Obsession

Canberra editorial argues for balanced funding of defence and development through fair taxation. It calls for avoiding overreliance on war spending, suggests raising sales tax with broader exemptions review, and notes potential reimposition of land tax to spread fiscal burden. It stresses protecting national growth while maintaining equity.

Australia

Building Trade Employment Falls Off Amid Shortage

A report from the Anniversary Council meeting notes a shortage of artisans as skilled tradesmen decline amid the end of the term and slow adoption of new ratios. Mr Muir stresses preference for region residents to preserve skilled labor in the industry.

Obituary of Thomas Butt at Queanbeyan District

Thomas Butt aged 77 of Spring Range Hull died recently. He was the first Butt family member to settle land in the district. The funeral will be held at the Methodist Cemetery Pharwa Road Queanbeyan today at 2 o clock, widow and family left.

Queanbeyan Didtriel Monpulst Yeetentag Str Thoman Butt Hull Jain Ula Fiat Butt Tom Mr Butt Astul Methodiat Pharwa Road Queanneyan Queandeyan

Endland Dweers and the Batuntay Med Sine Ply

Fragmented OCR text mentions DWEERS FOR ENDLAND and Batuntay with garbled lines about Amepleur enebers and the Begat Aly Rutve arriving near Washington. References a valtenr fan Howe, a slew, and Loupe ayia Rave une with unclear context and dates.

Enebers

Wheat quota opposed by Canada in stalled talks

Fragmented notes report Canada resisting a wheat quota during early talks. Mentions Canola and agriculture officials, with unclear dates and places, but indicates continued debate without resolution.

Canada

Canberra Loses to New South Wales in Close Sydney Match

Canberra's tram line played valiantly at the Sydney Cricket Ground but fell 13 to 10 against New South Wales. Kelly of Queanbeyan starred, with strong went forward by Dorman and Yandell, while NSW capitalized late as Bolton kicked the decisive goal.

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Ainslie Triumph Narrow in Canberra League Clash

Ainslie edged Manuka by two points in a Canberra league game at Kingston on Saturday. Injuries marred the match as Rastlakes and Sharpe were knocked out, with Sharpe later hospitalised. Eastlake and Hyre starred for Ainslie while Manuka fought back early and led at several stages before Ainslie reclaimed the lead.

Canberra Ainslie Rastlakes Kingston Vil Mracilin G Bharpe Ayn Tor Sharpe Canberra Hospital O'Brien Newnan Wats Ausdale Ainslette Tricmours Haatluke Che Hyre Eastlake Shas

Labour Unity Conference Basis in Sydney Report

Australian Labor Party factions quarrelled over representation bases at a Unity Conference in Sydney. Lang policy supporters demanded direct branch votes, union delegates, and restricted membership to loyal ALP members. leaders warned only with written assurances on attendance.

Sydney Lang Eat Mavine Siren Lang Aap W. Bhethan New South Wales Pedarai Wax Dar Sheehan NewBouth Welex Due Daingatre 10 Uwe Dighoee Mushma Communist Party Thees ALP Dai Gate MY. Lang Aden Rhs

Measles Epidemic Spreads to Canberra Outbreak Reported

Measles cases rise in Canberra linked to Sydney and Melbourne outbreaks. Reports describe several children affected, hospitalizations rare, and warnings that the spread could worsen before containment. Government and health officials urge precautions as the emergency continues.

Rev C E Turnbull Dies or Returns to India Mission Work

The Rev C E Turnbull has led the Presbyterian Church in Canberra for five years and plans to return to India for short term missionary duties. After thirty years in India he was appointed secretary to the Foreign Missions Committee in New South Wales and begins duties December 1. He may visit Canberra again and continue ministerial work at the church request.

Turnbull Presbyterian Church India Ghat Canberra General Assembly New South Wales Sean Rieerat Ganberm L. Howser Abe Tarkwell

Manuka Triumph Over Queanbeyan In Rugby Display

Manuka edged Queanbeyan 40 points to 13 in a hard fought match. Manuka dominated with speed, accuracy, and strong defending as the visitors struggled, ending with Queanbeyan’s late efforts unable to overturn the deficit.

Australian singer Marjorie Lawrenes at Soare Hall

The Australian singer Marjorie Lawrence will appear at Soare Hall. Lawrence has long helped Australia's reputation for producing famous singers, rising after winning South Street Competitions and gaining international notice. Her message and artistry have earned warm receptions, with expectations she may perform in Canberra next.

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