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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Jun 26, 1934
Page
2
Fragmentary OCR text references Canberra locales, subscription rates, and names like Dunse A.M. Fullick & Sons and I. R. Cotten Ross. Mentions special home delivery and various disjointed terms with no cohesive event or clear人物.
Temperature readings show 48 degrees at 9 00 am and 61 degrees at 4 20 pm, with a 42 degree minimum for the 24 hours. Wind noted at 8 20 am and varying gusts, while rainfall records follow for the current quarter in Queanbeyan.
A person identified as year one three arrived in Canberra yesterday after traveling from Spewics Queatinland and Ary Majing of the Dolal Canberra.
Canberra forecast reports unsettled weather with more rain and heavy falls likely along the coast, strong north to north east winds shifting to southeast and reaching gale force at the coast. Snow is expected in the Alps near Mount Stromlo Observatory.
The Hospital Advisory Board wants government support for a higher hospital tax to fund capital benefits for territory residents and recommends a mixed board of five officials and four elected members. It argues against a fully elected board citing Canberra’s current official control. The advisory says official management avoids burdening people with costly errors and asserts NSW examples prove public hospitals can run well under public control.
Cabinet yesterday appointed a Royal Commission to examine the discharge and removal of Lieut Commander A. Th. Casey from the Royal Australian Navy. The Prime Minister declined to identify the judge, saying it was not known which cabinet judge would be available. Terms of inquiry to be set by the Acting Attorney General.
The Carr Cup second series draw was held in Goulburn. Bowral, Queanbeyan, Canberr a, Yass District and Goulburn feature as holders and challengers with July fixtures and possible shifts if Cooma misses Crookwell. Canberra may be called to Crookwell earlier depending on results for the ensuing rounds.
The article reports possible July reductions in living costs for public services across the Commonwealth. It notes protests and government hesitation due to improved finances and a rise in living costs, with cabinet expected to decide soon amid Labour Party election pledges.
Antilbourne reports Judge advocates anti war declaration to university students. He argues public support for a peace resolution similar to the Oxford motion, warning powerful factories and armament firms push the world toward war. He stresses the need to have war at any cost opposed by the public.
A workman named Forgan survived a 90 foot fall inside a new building on Willam Street. He struck girders during the descent and sustained fractures to ribs along with abrasions and shock.
A chaotic pro boxing card details a controversial decision as Brandon defeats Filipina fighter Blar Evin over 16 rounds. The Australian press reports heavy trading, early lead changes, and a late two handed assault that influenced the verdict.
A chaotic football melee in Melbourne led to a heated brawl between players from Australia and England. The crowd surged as authorities intervened to restore order. One player was accused of striking an opponent, while another fought to keep the peace. The incident concluded with a review and potential penalties.
The Hospital Advisory Board approved motions on hospital management in Canberra, outlining nine member board structure, government funding, free ward accommodation for citizens, and future hospital expansions. Proposals include annual audits, centralized purchasing, and departmental oversight with a focus on community ward provision.
A hospital advisory committee reviewed wage figures and proposed pay scales. Items cited include a Matson salary of 91 and a 162/05 figure, with references to inter LUBA F, nursing staff pay, and a claim that staff would work a 48 hour week. The discussion noted potential cost impacts and compared to Canberra Hospital standards.
The Loan Council meeting signals continued public service salary cuts. The Public Service budget faces major pressure as the government considers reenacting the Salary Reduction Act before the end of the financial year. The State Cabinet planned a full meeting this afternoon with Mr. Burrens leading the Loan Council discussions.
Races scheduled for tomorrow were postponed due to rainy conditions. Weather officials warn of continued wet roads and possible delays into the afternoon.
The readable parts reference intelligence publications and restricted sections relating to Australia and New Zealand, with mentions of information handling and reservations. The fragment does not provide a clear event, dates, or identifiable entities beyond generic terms.
Unions protest the basic wage inquiry citing an unfair comparison. Officials acknowledge gaps as no all-items figures are available for full analysis. Labor leaders demand more comprehensive data to assess living costs and justify wage floor adjustments.
Canberra workers and unions clash over proposed wage cuts in the Federal Capital Territory. The Industrial Board adjourned hearings after dispute centered on the A series index and a suggested 1s weekly reduction. Union leaders argue real wages already dropped and Canberra should receive the A series margin. opponents warn cuts hurt living costs and could affect employment.
Parliament will sit Thursday and Friday this week, the Home Department three days next week, then four days on Tuesday through Friday in the following week. Heavy legislative program includes redistribution, variation reform, and trade treaties with Vacious mallone. Supply Bill expected to pass Friday. United Australia Party holds a se- sional meeting tomorrow.
Plans to raise the Australian War Memorial by five feet with a new terrace and altered front would enhance prominence and balance with Parliament House. A tender of 17300 pounds has been accepted for the arm section, while the overall cost remains near the 80,000 pound estimate. The cabinet-minister note cites improved daarg and gallery proportions as reasons for the change.
Fragmented report describes an inscription event at Parliament House influenced by a pending sit in Gloucee. Figures named include Governor Hazon, Prime Minister CF My Meno, Speaker Littleton Groom, and Senator Sir John Nets amid strife over seating and appointments.
A ship from Southampton to England uncovers a string of mishaps aboard a liner named in a perilous voyage. A stowaway, a missing passenger, a fatal fall, and a series of mysterious events surround a sought after bullion consignment worth millions.
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