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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Jun 15, 1935
Page
2
Proprietor The 7 Mel Press reports on a Jockey misconduct case in London. The steward alleges contravention of rules during a ride, with authorities examining the act and possible penalties. The incident involves Bahram and other participants, with warnings issued and potential further action pending.
Fragmented report outlines Canberra Club activities including a forest event in Rain, a neutral trophy competition in Ang Chix section, and potential tie breaking play. It mentions W Mol and Mbit as campaigners, Sam Brown being relocated to Sydney, and Mr 4 taking a secretary position amid unclear context.
A local library plans removal to a single new building with proposed dates and community return details to be announced at a forthcoming Sun event. The notice mentions public input and expected timeline for the move.
The note reports a decision to call up additional Haitian troops, detailing units and numbers expected to be mobilized under a new order. It mentions specific divisions and provincial arrangements, outlining the scope of the deployment and its strategic intent within the armed forces.
A fragmented OCR item describes a vague scene during a local gathering where participants await a resolution. The text hints at confusion and delays but preserves no clear actions, names, or places.
A Canberra Times excerpt argues against a costly goodwill ministerial visit to Western Australia. It suggests the trip would disrupt departments, delay public business, and inflate propaganda. The piece questions public support and urges focus on policy improvement rather than political gestures.
Canberra ready for a Mansy Cup trial as Crookwell targets victory over Queanbeyan in a high stakes match. Canberra fans expect a strong home performance with key players and officials shaping the weekend curtain raiser between Crookwell and the Blues, while rosters and venues draw local interest.
Senator A J McLachlan announced the Northern survey benefits from Air Force cooperation with the Northern Austral survey. He noted aerial photography aided geologists and allowed rapid transport of senior officers, linking Queensland, the Northern Territory, and Western Australia for better coordination.
A rough schedule shows an Australian tour with a Queensland and New South Wales exchange. The Indian team will visit Canberra on Saturday August 31 for a preparatory match and a larger tour. The replayed itinerary includes venues at Manuka and Curlewis with several clubs listed and a committee meeting planned for Sunday at Printers Quarters.
Heavy Sydney rain dampened the crowd as semifinals proceeded for the country women’s hockey. Combined Country defeated North Coast 5 2 while New England beat Monary 0. team lists name Mina Jackson Mina L Brows and other players from Canberra New England Far North Coast Goulburn and Newcastle in key positions.
A fragmented list details various church services across parishes with times for Holy Communion Evensong and Sermon and different preachers including Archdeacons and Reverends. Specific locations include Johns Duntroon Gundaroo Upper Gundaroo and Gundaroo Village, with times ranging from early morning to evening services.
The notice lists Mass times and devotions for Roman Catholic churches Trinity Bun and St Christopher's Ainwife and Causeway. Confessions are daily at St Christopher's with specific morning and evening hours. Next Thursday June 20 Corpus Christi rites planned at St Christopher's with procession. Next Saturday June 22 Martyrdom of Saint John Fisher observed with morning Mass and sermon about The Angels. Published by Rey PM Haydon.
A Presbyter ian service featuring Reverend Turnbull preached at Mokonglo. Details list a sermon time around 9.30 and note a 10.2 mm item with a 145 pin reference. The fragmented record preserves names and a brief outline of the event.
Sunday service and choir notes list readings, hymns, and speakers at Central church. Rev Jones and Rev James Thomson anchor the program with "The Radiant Sun" and "What of the Night" hymns. Key participants include Mr W J Campbell and Young People's Chol at 7:30 pm.
A fragmented church notice lists Rev T A J Wallock, Breather Ree Dr A J Waldock, and a communion service. It references Tristan Science services Sundays at 7 30 in the Lecture Room of Albert Hall Canberra. Died of the Vernon acronym for jedunday: "OOD THE PRESERVER OF MAN."
A Canberra reader letter from 1938 questions public access to decisions on reflation and wages. It challenges council and merchants on wage levels while urging open public judgment and fair competition. The writer praises balance between enterprise and community welfare and notes the June 14 date.
Mr Fr. McGee headmaster of Tuck nopg School from 1898 to 1927 welcomed old residents and pupils at a social reunion. Over 100 present. 24 ex pupils answered the roll call. Speakers included Meant M Gallagher J Curley and Mien Mauvie Ratington. A humorous remark about an exam bandage drew laughter. McGee thanked attendees and noted a portrait of William Farrar was displayed with gratitude.
A reader defends modern Greece against simplistic praise of ancient Greece. The letter recalls Greece under Ottoman rule, the 1821 Revolution, the influence of Byron, Venizelos, and Greek sacrifice with the Allies in World War II, arguing for continued respect and understanding of contemporary Greek nationhood.
A letter from Canberra University Students' Association thanks the College for lectures at the new Rome of the college near Hotel Acton. They request a reading room and word common rosine to bolster university spirit and assist students preparing for lectures amid campus severance and awards, signed by K. Strombal d, President.
Malton report notes installation of equipment to suppress electrical interference causing outages. Details mention near film way and local vegetation concerns as part of the response.
Hospitality at Hotel Kurralw gathers after dinner for a presentation honoring Mr J before his upcoming marriage on the avenue. Leadership from the House Committee HB Downing WY Meson PR Murphy and Mr Knott attend, with decorative horses and notable attendees mentioned.
A sprawling summary of Jubilee Fund efforts reports £130 000 total with significant contributions from Victoria New South Wales and Western Australia. Citizens and Commonwealth campaigns mobilise via letters circulars and household envelopes reaching thousands with many local groups and businesses participating in fundraising drives and publicity.
The Canberra branch manager reports new subscriptions to the King George V Memorial Jubilee Fund. Previous acknowledgments appear under the Stamp Department receipts, Canberra 7.
Northern Australia tour by Mr Paterson's observer will study native affairs and advise on the proposed six day day method for aboriginal welfare. He will visit Alice Springs Tennant Creek and other remote areas collecting first hand data and reporting from Melbourne or Canberra on July 9.
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