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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Jun 02, 1934
Page
2
Fragmented diary style report lists barometer 420 wm and 30.00 inches, temperatures around 35.7 degrees, wind near 880 can, and 24 hour forecast details. Mentions dates and weather readings with odd spellings and garbled units.
A distinguished guest list gathers at Government House in Canberra for a dinner hosted by the Governor Senator and Lady Innace. Attendees include Mr. Spanosi of Sydney, Mr. Nodrut of Sibourne, Mr. Beard of Sydney, and numerous other figures from Sydney Adelaide Melbourne and Albury, along with accompanying spouses and families.
Unsettled conditions bring more rain and some thunder with heavy falls and local flood risks, easing over the weekend. Winds shift from southwest to southeast with occasional squalls, and improvement expected across most areas as the week ends.
Astronomical data for Saturday June 2 and Sunday June 3 1994 lists sunrises and sunsets times, moonrise and moonset, and major planets including Venus Mars Jupiter Saturn. Notes include approximate meridian transits and times for Vanun Venoa and other bodies.
The piece argues the Disarmament Conference has failed due to France and Germany mutual demands. It says Europe faces another war threatening civilisation, and Australia should reject security pacts or obligations to join future European hostilities. It emphasizes defence for protection, not entanglement in European clashes.
A seaplane from Point Cook broke up after a morning crash in Melbourne harbor. Cadet Birendiat was injured, rescued by a motor boat that arrived promptly. Flying Decor Murden and Uncle Gamiatattos suffered non fatal injuries amid a chaotic rescue scene.
An unknown man was found dead under the Harbour Bridge approaches following a fall from the upper level. Injuries indicate a self-inflicted crash, and the body was discovered hours after the incident determining exact time of death. The deceased is believed to be a local resident.
Crawford Paris wins a hard fought exhibition set of singles and helps his team in a decisive fast-paced display. The rallying crowd cheered as he battled Boussua and Von Cronin with striking athleticism and tactical finesse. Women’s singles featured Helen Jacobs and Peggy Berivon advancing to the finals amid strong performances by Fraulein Aussom and Miss Scriven.
A historic report shows Custows revenue surpassing the postal receipts estimate by about £1,010,000, driven by higher valuations and broadened categories. The document notes variations across regions including New South Wales, Western Australia, and Queensland, with pension and allowance figures rising in several months while others show mixed changes.
Parish notices list Holy Communion, Eucharist, sermons, and evensong across Canberra districts including Kingston Duntroon Gundsrop Sutton and Queanbeyan. Services feature Priests Rev Hardman Rev Robertson Rev Waldack and Rev Woodhouse with children's Sunday School and evening devotions, plus Anzac style hymns and open windows sermons.
The Christian Science Society in Canberra invites all to Mosmueriem and ypootarn meetings. A series titled Ancient and Modern Necromancy is announced with sessions on the fourth Wednesday of each month at 8:20 pm. All are invited to attend.
Report of a Privy Council hearing reviewing the validity of reform legislation and its submission to the referendum. Debate centers on the powers of the Legislature, the Machinery Act, and whether the Reform Act should have faced People’s vote. Key figures include Piddington, Doyle, Dayle, and Lord Tomlin with representation from Gordon Farrer and Wilfred Greene.
Minister Perkins states completion of weirs and rocks 4 and 8 makes the River Murray navigable from Blanchetown to Mildura. He calls it a key link in the river scheme, opening about 600 miles of waterway. Reservoirs expected to fill to 3,260,000 acre feet in coming winter and spring.
General rainfall across the New South Wales wheat belt eased dry conditions in the southern area despite some unsettled parts. The weather outlook suggested continued showers with coastal rain and variable conditions, impacting farming prospects and field work.
Post office hours show a Christmas style note with limited service. Mail collection will be closed on Monday and holiday observances affect money orders savings marks. A single mail clearance occurs at 2 40 am and late handling ends at the railway station.
Relief efforts in Canberra have intensified over recent weeks focusing on lighting, road formation, and plantations. The Minister of the Terror states plans to extend support through the end of the next council year. No fresh funds have been provided in months, though hundreds of trees planted at Civic Center may receive care after yesterday's rain.
The Rev Tas Haraman and Canon Robertson will lead services at Mt dobu and Br John s parish on Sunday. A special service marks the foundation stone laying for St John church with a broadcanted sermon. Overflow seating and outside speakers will accommodate believers as funds are sought for a third printer for the parish.
A fragmented report notes a hospital radio fire and calls for funds to complete a wireless facility. The Canberra split and honorary secretary details are cited, with references to municipal and police support and distant organizational names. The fragmentary text mentions the view of clerical staff and sub-branch activity in hasty notes.
Fragmentary notice outlines service plans at Meadillon Presbyterian and a closing appeal. It mentions an honorary secretary and contributions to a forthcoming induction, with arrangements and acknowledgments to be published in a local column.
Fragmentary text reports a welfare inquiry with references to school age children. It mentions working before living time and unspecified comparisons. Names and places are unclear due to damaged OCR.
Fragmented notice describes a Methodist gathering led by Kilby and Woodram with services and a voter meeting for Reid at 4 am. Includes a charity social, direct living effort, and a church event at Central Street with various speakers and a later bake sale at the 2909 church location.
The morning service plan at Tang Metatint Hull and partner churches includes youths and families. Rev. W Woodhouse and Rev. Chasaun lead upcoming sessions with a parade of members and the Stetholt Comradeship. A Sunday event at the Quwashea Wattle Park Methagon Churches is noted.
Sunday program outlines a 7 15 pm service at Ba ag Maupin Cures with a sermon on what are a hero and a moral focus. Cas are wr te Bale aaa ett chin? Ak tha moral ervion Mim Liveiliy Cindaay from Ardbeys, "E Know that My Hedeamer Phia service will by Followsday-Lends cupyor.
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