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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Jun 05, 1936
Page
4
A family memorial note dated June 9, 1981 honors dear Billy, son and brother. The message expresses enduring love from his father, mother, and siblings, asking readers to keep him in their hearts as a cherished memory.
Fragmentary reading shows Canberra weather data with barometer readings and temperatures. Includes mentions of Queanbeyan maximum and minimum temperatures and rain totals, with incomplete figures and units.
In a Gazette notice the Governor General and Governors, with families and attendants, are granted exemptions from certain navigation act constraints as signed by the act. Senator Bres appeared at the centre event during the session.
The Banking Commission hears testimony from Mr. AC Davideon of the Bank of New about proposed reforms to banking practice. He cites central state policy alignment, underwriting practices, and the need for clarity on bank responsibilities amid uncertain market conditions.
A garbled OCR fragment references the MEAC and a CARTIN related issue, noting a pipe cause at section 16 and a connection to college athletics history. Details are unclear but involve a disciplinary or construction dispute impacting a MEAC member institution.
The Department of the Interior plans a new fire station near Manuka alleging substation use and future main headquarters at City. Critics argue for keeping fire and ambulance HQs with hospitals and central city access, citing long term city growth and service efficiency.
Queanbeyan Municipal Council discussed a longer term sewerage loan to cover the share of construction costs and repairs. The plan includes a 437,100 loan and a 1,400 loan for newerage works, with 45 year terms at 4 percent and monthly repayments. traffic regulations and alderman reappointment were also noted.
London reports a Commonwealth Conversion Loan to be launched Tuesday with the lowest interest rate on record for Australia. Four state loans totalling £16,551,402 convert at £99 into 23 per cent stock, redeemable in 1941-43, after which Australia need not return to the London market until November 1937. The move aims to attract large subscriptions and reassure investors amid financial pressures.
Aliman Forsyth former North Sydney mayor confronted a burglar in his Sydney residence. The intruder attacked Forsyth and fled after a struggle as the housekeeper cut the power and police were called. Forsyth was uninjured but his pockets were found rifled.
The New South Wales branch of the Australian Workers' Union rejects the Workers Manifesto actions. President J McNeill condemns meetings in Bourke and Morcedin areas and warns members against threatening wage refusal. A 25 percent rate increase was granted by the Federal Arbitration Court.
Fragmentary local report notes damaged cottages and quake risks with debate on brick versus timber construction. It cites inquiries by H C Taylor and notes Town Clerk PB Carew’s cash collections and rates through May including general, water, electricity loans, and town hall expenses.
The Sydney betting inquiry heard Ridley claim he was framed by police in a charged case about betting. Constable Mann testified Ridley arrived with officers, Ridley denied wrongdoing and insisted he could not be involved. Sergeant Sweeting and Constable Gregory testified, with recommendations from the Commissioner of Police noted.
The Geelong wool sales scene is noted with Mr Chvaidy taking a trip to Melbourne on Thursday to discuss Ridley cage plans. Attendees included Heagmant and others, while Japanese buyers were reportedly absent. The marina fleece event drew mixed comments and morning sun highlighted the proceedings.
Fragmentary text describes a judicial hearing with Judge Markell and various figures including Mind Adewn Dent and Gregory. The passage mentions presiding figures in Canberra, Melbourne affiliations, and references to witnesses and corroboration amidst a federal capital inquiry. The garbled OCR notes names such as Denis, Lyona, and Deakin with unclear roles.
National football preview notes Umpires Eustinke and Art and the Menke timer amid a grand final race. It recalls past victors, teams like Ainslie, Queanbeyan, and Manuka, and outlines upcoming fixtures with times at Manuka and subsequent games.
A deputation led by Newcastle Mayor Alderman Fenton asks the Chief Secretary to declare Newcastle county for racing purposes. They propose racing could be held on Wednesday but oppose metropolitan meetings, urging prompt legislation to enable local racing.
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