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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Jun 20, 1935
Page
2
The report notes a severe frost in Canberra during two nights with grass readings at 1.8 degrees and June record lows since 1929. Acton station logged 2.4 degrees and 2.9 degrees at 8 am, while 9 pm showed a 0.28 degree drop.
In a statement from Inverell Australia Sir Herbert Gepp announced the Wheat Commission may recommend a joint committee of wheatgrowers flour millers and bakers to address the consumption decline. The aim is cooperation across the three key industries to fix the situation.
A singer described general weakness after an illness named Wuess and indicated his voice was not affected. He planned to resume singing in the autumn.
Almost 900 sheep were shown at the New South Wales Sheep Breeders Association exhibit in Sydney. Merinos led the standings with Merriman of Merryville, Yass, winning multiple prizes, as did other notable exhibitors from across the Commonwealth including Hordern of Mungadal and Bowhay & Son of Buckhear.
Melbourne reports estimated wool to be offered at auction in each state for the coming selling season. New South Wales 4,123,000 pounds. Victoria 684,000. Queensland 250,000. South Australia 268,000. Western Australia 197,000. Tasmania 44,000.
During last month new buildings costing 625 A4 were erected in the metropolitan area. The 24 buildings valued at £879 11s reflect activity in the Sydney suburbs. In May last year the numbers suggest a continuing trend in construction.
The court sentenced a Sydney educator to nine months for perjury. The defendant admitted giving £5 to Mrs Myra Want for a party with students, but denied fraud. emotional distress and alleged childlike guilt were cited in seeking leniency. Judge Thompson rejected the excuse, noting it did not justify lying.
A fragment hints at a woman with a striking presence beyond conventional beauty. The narrator notes an elusive charm, emphasizing character over flawless features in a concise, literary register.
District stock were mustered at Homebush on Monday with cattle and wales traded. Vendors include Bouroomiby Lorik Co and Queambayat. Details of prices and buyers incomplete in the report.
A report from Moscow on a person named Aix Girly who parachuted to 28 127 feet claiming it was a risky stunt aboard an Iran aviation craft. The account mentions oxygen apparatus issues and the jumper’s numbness during the descent while teammates provided support.
George Kay tours the Kellogg plant, noting immaculate kitchens, large scale cereal production, and global reach. He highlights W K Kellogg's emphasis on purity, sanitation, and continuous expansion with Corn Flakes All-Bran and other products shipping worldwide.
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