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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Jun 06, 1934
Page
2
The Canberra Times announces subscription and delivery details by mail and special home service. Readers are urged to submit names and addresses to The Canberra Times or call 74 for special home delivery, with daily delivery before the previous day’s paper.
A cautious telegraphic summary reports high level moves in the Australian capital with references to the Governor General and Mr. Ht. Gevan. It notes a transfer to Melbourne and mentions Mr. Wyle and the Prime Ministerial links in Canberra as the new position is assumed.
A city official stated fees for 34f wireless licenses will be reduced and a new tiered system will be prepared in July. The plan was discussed by Mr. Archaale Park yesterday amid ongoing budget considerations.
The Canberra Times argues Britain will not wait for America to act and has effectively severed the Anglo American war debt tangle. It contends postwar finance must shift toward tax relief for Australians while urging US action to settle debts. The piece stresses Britain’s stance as a turning point with potential global and Australian repercussions.
Melbourne hearing before Justice Gavaway and jury in the High Civil Court on damages by Western Mining Corp Ltd and directors against members of the Australian Air Convention over alleged interlinked influence. Defendants named include Harry Warner Shaw and others in a dispute about a circular claiming interlocking interests between Western Mining and Western Australian newspapers. The case centers on alleged improper advantage and fair comment in the public interest.
The Privy Council reserved judgment on the appeal from Tanpon in Mondas against the validity of the Colonial Town Validity Act and related measures. Counsel argued whether the 1908 Constitution Act repeal and Machinery Act required a referendum, with the Governors approving the Act. The Privy Council sought brief submissions on the Colonial Town Validity Act's application and the repeal's effect.
William Arthur Holman KC MH R former Premier Treasurer and Attorney General of New South Wales died at his Gordon home after a long illness aged 62 or 63. A State funeral will be held. the body will lie in state at St James Church before the funeral. He was a prominent Labor and later National Government figure who shaped NSW and Commonwealth politics, and he remained active in public life through law and academia.
The report notes state premier Holman’s death and honours his long service. Stevens expresses regret for such a prominent figure’s passing, detailing Holman’s early entry to Parliament and wartime role. The account lauds his oratory and character, while a court session mentions memory and public acknowledgment.
Fragmentary text suggests a widow's notice related to a man named Mastace and a political or ceremonial context. The readable lines reference expressions of condolence and mention long career of a distinguished political figure. Details are unclear due to damaged OCR.
The Legislative Assembly moved to condolence relatives of the late W A Holman, then adjourned in respect. Speakers praised Holman as a premier and public servant who would have had a bright legal career, and Lang and Bevin noted his impact. The motion was carried with members standing.
In a surprising leadership development within the United Australia Party, New South Wales Premier Mr. B. Stevens is forecast to consider entering federal politics. The potential move signals a major shift in NSW and Commonwealth leadership dynamics.
At Geneva the International Labour Conference debates a forty hour week and its impact on employment. Delegates urge limits on weekly hours, study tech progress, and avoid job losses while seeking a standard work week across industries. The report cites actions in Canada, Germany, France, Bulgaria, and the United States showing varied progress toward shorter hours.
The death is reported of Mr T P Obbinasn of Wala Sire Bee Yarth, father of Mrs Ca Didjof Adom of Canberra. He had heart disease and died after a trip to Melbourne Express, arriving too late to see him. He spent time in Yass and the capital during visits.
Tae W. Sewall of Armitale defeated H. Getta Me 191 to 38 in a country bowling title match. Metropolitan section notes Sargeant of BY ny defeated 18 to none. Kear and Graham had mixed results. Caler Rand beat Bills and others 10 to 10 in a portion of the event.
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