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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Jun 14, 1934
Page
2
A garbled publication notice states details about the Canberra Times issuing information on home delivery, subscription rates, and printing operations. The text references Canberra, Queanbeyan and District, and various confusing lines about postal services and delivery dates.
Weather notes from Canberra dated Wednesday June 19 1934 show temperatures around 82 degrees with marginal rainfall expectations. The message is fragmented but indicates a small range of temperatures and a minimal rainfall outlook for the period referenced.
An excerpt discusses shrinking vocabularies in daily use. It notes 400 words per speaker is insufficient for ordinary conversation and cites estimates of up to 94 000 words in pocket dictionaries. The text contrasts expansive vocabularies with simplified language for accessibility.
Canberra forecast notes morning fog and isolated showers then cloud and a mild day turning unsettled with rain over the tablelands. Variable winds shift east to north east and freshen, snow likely on the tablelands.
Mount Stramlo Commonwealth Solar Observatory reports celestial timings for Thursday June 14. Moon and planet rises and transits listed with IMs and percent illumination. Data includes Venus Jupiter Mars Saturn positions and times in local terms.
The Canberra Times reports on America's note to Britain about war debt payments in goods. It discusses feasibility, price implications, and potential outcomes including broader access to the US market, commodity price effects, and possible complete cancellation if goods payments fail.
The Canberra Minsten Society showcased Miss Elsa Corry with two young talents delivering a polished program. Highlights included selections by Wagner and Rimsky Korsakov, violin pieces enriching the evening and strong performances by accompanist Mr. Kona Wakano. The concert impressed locals with quality and effort despite imperfect OCR.
Butler argues South Australia must secure equal privileges with other states, accusing Queensland and New South Wales of disregarding SA industry. He claims SA buys imported goods and coal from NSW, threatening trouble unless local manufacturing and coal are protected. Cameron says the Mount Gambier speech reflects personal views, not party policy.
In Calcutta and surrounding ports, multiple vessels faced loading setbacks as a hostel collapse trapped travelers and crew. Preliminary reports confirm many persons killed or injured while rescue efforts continue amid chaotic scene.
Canberra report shows annual war pensions near £7 million with 168,000 ex-soldiers under medical care and 15,000 others receiving treatment. Details include 1,7484 dependants and weekly sustenance rates for widows and children. Cabinet weighs income exemptions when setting pension sustenance. Also notes Callan Park admission for returned service cases after talks with New South Wales government.
The International Labour Conference in Geneva debates protecting workers' pension rights when they move countries. Current rules tie pensions to long insured periods and stay in the country, risking loss of benefits for mobile workers and their families. A proposed international scheme would let workers carry pension rights earned across nations.
Australia’s famed swimmer Boy Charlton, speaking in Canberra, declares he remains an amateur and has no wish to turn professional. He notes past Olympic representation for Australia and hints at assisting the sport, while recounting his early years before moving into chemistry at Hingston and Manly.
Annovoliomnia 18, the tiniest manuscript ever, was gifted by Hydily Library authorities at Onto. The volume, bound in green hides, measures a fraction of a square inch and contains sections of the Rubaiyat of Omar Khayyam translated into English. The presentation honors Mr. Henry Hermon Chamberlain of Worcester, Massachusetts.
The Industrial Board at Canberra, led by Mr. A Sinclair, adjourned after hearing heat branch claims for a 12/9 weekly wage increase. Union rep J Auden argued for higher pay amid wartime strain, rents, and weather disruptions, while Commonwealth Public Service officers noted limited outside coverage and existing awards. Evidence suggested gains for roller greasing staff and night-watchmen, with debates on annual holidays and working hours.
Personal Hor Excellency Lady Jamkos accompanied by Lieutenant CH Finday attended a Canberra Musical Society subscription concert at Albert Hall yesterday evening. Mise I Francr was guest of the Governor-General and Larry Taanes at luncheon at Government House Canberra yesterday.
Miss Elsa Corry was guest of honour at a reception by Mire B T Dickson in the Blue Room of the Hotel Canberra yesterday afternoon. A musical program featured violin solos and songs. Attendees included Lady Garran, Mrs Abbott, Mrs C Lo M Allee, Mrs Blakeley, Mrs W J Clemens, Mrs D Nichol son, Mrs L W Nott, and many others.
Readable fragments describe a scientific editing effort and an experimental work linked to a person named Hattie. The text is garbled, mentioning vibration and a warmermanent book titled Galilean Lover Christina Hin, with unclear context and several corrupted phrases.
Turbulent closing stages as Grimmett and O Reilly threaten, with Beattie and Leyland battling for late wickets. O Reilly falls after a fateful mix up, and Verity leads England to a tense finish with several quick strikes.
Nottingham Twesday report quotes English captain Cyril Walters, aged 81, from the pavillon after the conclusion of the game. He states that the better team won and expresses agreement on the outcome despite foggy conditions and a tense finish.
London critics deride England as outplayed by Australia in all phases with bold bowling and tight defense. The Daily Mail and The Times praise standout efforts by McCabe and Ungham while lamenting England’s batting lapses and lack of cutting edge in the international test.
A Melbourne report notes a substantial rise in skin exports, with the value surpassing the prior year by 11027. The total import value indicates strong activity in wool, wine, and meat sectors, totaling about 43,900,000.
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