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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Jun 16, 1934
Page
2
The document lists rainfall measurements for Canberra and Queanbeyan for the current year to date. It records daily or monthly totals with figures obscured by OCR, noting January February and other dates as part of the tally.
A Canberra Hospital wireless installation appeal is closed after donations totaling 28 pounds 10 shillings. The Police and Firemen's Committee notes the effort and reports work on the system has begun, aiming for completion before the next Test Match. The committee thanks all who contributed.
The piece recalls Magna Charta Day as an American school observance highlighting Britain’s legacy of liberty. It contrasts postwar global trends toward communism and authoritarian regimes with ongoing debates on freedom, urging steadfast adherence to freedom of thought and constitutional principles.
Poultry researchers report higher egg output by hens fed wheat meal blends, noting improved laying rates and feed efficiency. The study discusses potential Pell estate effects and practical implications for poultry operations.
A newly opened diphtheria clinic in Sydney offers protection against the disease as medical professionals anticipate increased public health benefits. The Melbourne event related to the same effort has been canceled.
A second union liner delay hassled Wellington as cooks and stewards on the Moms wal gave notice on the Auckland arrival today, signaling ongoing labor action at the port and affecting early schedule.
FF W Maris F C A reports undecided on expanding theatre licenses and opposes new restrictions. He warns licensing limits harm public interests and suggests no licensing changes. A separate note will address a proposed quota for Australian films.
A four year old racehorse named Jeremal was electrocuted after stepping on a wet roadway near Barkdaw River Station. J B Charfield rode Jeremal and escaped injury while handlers wore rubber gloves to move the horse. Officials believe a cable below the road caused the shock due to electrification in the area.
In 1934 the Canberra University College Council organizes a series of four geology excursions open to the public for a registration fee of 10 shillings 6d. Led by Mr. Paul Hossfeld the trips cover Paddy's River to Cotter River Junction with assembly at 1 90 p m near the Prime Minister's Lodge. Transport is to be provided by attendees who must register via the Council Secretary Mr J Q Wenn or Assistant Secretary Mr S F Wilkes.
The L G A Silver and Bronze Medals concluded with Mrs Martin and Miss Sweetnam tied for Silver on 2/8 net across three rounds. Mrs Asplin won the Browse Medal with 61 for three best rounds as Mrs Richardson took the Monthly Medal with 102 20 3.
The Victorian Government will lower settlers’ interest rate from 5 to 4 percent for soldiers and civilians. The reduction takes effect from July 1.
Light inland rain touched areas but missed wheat belts. Moree district saw heavy showers this morning improving prospects. Winter brings damp gloom and coughs, yet people hope for sun. A health tip offers Woods Great Peppermint Cure as a remedy.
Thousands of trees and shrubs of varied varieties will be added to Canberra parks and gardens over the coming months. Yarralumla nursery supplies hundreds of thousands of young trees annually for public and private gardens. Mr F Warren selects roses and fruit trees suited to Canberra, with hundreds of varieties now available at his Hia Uooma Road Nursery for immediate delivery.
Ainslie Public School held an afternoon display in the Assembly Hall showcasing Project Work from all classes. Headmaster Mr. R. C. Smith explained the method as activity driven and student centered, with younger pupils in groups and older pupils pursuing individual topics. Visitors viewed dramatizations and lectures, noting the evident interest and effort in the students' projects.
Students celebrate Magna Charta Day by rising to recite the charter’s two core pledges. The provisions safeguard personal liberty and protect free men from arbitrary imprisonment or unfair treatment without lawful judgment.
In Sidney on Friday New England defeated Warren two goals to nil to claim the grand final of the Country Women’s Hockey Carnival.
Paris Friday outlines the Davis Cup tie between Australia and France for the weekend. Saturday matches feature Boussus and Merlin against Crawford. Sunday two matches Crawford and Quist versus Borotra and Brugnon. Monday singles Crawford and Boussus plus McGrath versus Merlin.
The Australian Davis Cup team trains daily at Roland Garros in Paris adapting to hard courts after grass matches with Japan. After strenuous sessions, Boursus and Merlin relax ahead of the upcoming Davis Cup clash with France this week.
A compulsory conference before Chief Judge Pethridge reviewed shipowners and Seamen's Union of Australia claims. Log of claims dated December 3, 1930, and an interin award from March 1991 set wages and 44 hour week, with a ten percent wage cut. Union seeking higher wages and 44 hour week. seamen demand raise from £12 17s 6d to £21 11s 9d monthly. The judge referred the dispute to court.
After Tasmanian election results, a conference of Attorneys-General from Commonwealth and States will be convened to consider amendments to section 92 of the Commonwealth Constitution ensuring free inter state trade. The move aims to remove trade barriers and harmonize national commerce rules.
Police reserves faced a crowd of several thousand hostile demonstrators at a Black Shirt meeting in Leicester market. Midlands detachments planned to march to the ball but counters were warned by Communist and unemployed threats, the parade was cancelled. Police escorted the Black Shirts amid boos with no arrests.
A thief smashed the Angus and Coote window in George Street Sydney with a brick and fled in a car with three trays of diamond rings and other jewellery valued at a large sum. Sergeant Reading pursued but the robbers escaped into Mark Street amid heavy traffic. Police launched wireless patrols and a citywide search, but the thieves were not found.
Detectives detained a man at Coona barabran in connection with the Ryan murder. He is not believed to be the killer but may provide information. Police seek the firearm used in the killing and are tracing hundreds of cheques stolen by John Ryan before his death.
A Queanbeyan Land Board meeting at the Court House addressed Crown lease cases and compliance matters. Notable items include postponements for non-appearance, a ballot confirming P. Dennoy for Crown Lease No 4990 near Sutton, and various determinations on rent values and timber treatment conditions.
Three leading petrol companies will launch a new motor spirit on August 1. The fuel contains ethyl lead to greatly reduce detonation and improve engine performance.
The Braidwood Araluen combination will meet the Juemmbeyan Blues for the Messy Cup at the Bhowground on Sunday afternoon. Linup includes Pall Back Thornton of Cottingham, quarters Ghourly Richerson Harrison Chipperfield. halves Paresona Roberts Ah You J Edwards F Bayle D McMinn J Smith T Collins W Bond with one to be omitted.
Sunday’s postponement match pits Queanbeyan against Bunendore for the Freshody Challenge Cup with listed singles results and player pairings including Parquhar Starr and Lang Myles. Afternoon program features emergency notes and a Bag event.
Personal notice reports the Governor General presiding over a meeting of the Federal Executive Council at Government House Canberra yesterday morning. Prime Minister J A Lyons returned to Canberra after a South Coast tour and departs today for Melbourne. Also mentioned are Isaew Gillings from Stanhope Queensland Mest Hallete of Sydney and Darcy Irvine.
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