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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Jun 26, 1937
Page
4
Canberra weather report with barometer readings 9 am 30.37 inches and 8 pm 30.22 inches. Temperature readings show 9 am 25.3, 3 pm 80.3, and 1 pm 45.8 degrees. Wind noted as SSE in morning and variable calm later.
The Supreme Court heard testimony on the mare Mala ahead of the 1936 Derby. Jockeys, trainers, and journalists including Ward and Spencer-Bell described the horse’s condition, riding tactics, and track behavior while officials noted no prior signs of fault before the Derby. A court jury reviewed a film of the race during proceedings.
Archbishops Sheehan and Phelan attended a farewell gathering in Sydney featuring regional church leaders including Bishop Carroll Barry Gleeson and Norton. Sheehan expressed sorrow at leaving Australia while praying for New South Wales and its people.
A secret ballot for Speaker election is recommended by the Standing Orders Committee. The report, tabled yesterday, proposes five minute speaking limits and elimination rounds if multiple candidates exist. It also covers chair of committees, adjournment votes, and broader speaker powers. The document notes extended debate times for no confidence motions and new reference procedures for motions or bills.
A year ago Parliament debated limits on wireless station ownership. The Defence Minister named firms expanding control and warned of monopolies. Since then regulation has faded with reduced private ownership and few enforceable actions noted.
The Commonwealth Government abandoned using an American seismic expert to advise on keeping Feabdul as the New Guinea seat of administration. Acting Prime Minister Dr Page said Cabinet has not yet finalized engaging a volcanologist. The Minister in Charge of Public Health will visit New Guinea to assist Brigadier-General McNowly and his medical team to prevent malaria with Sir Raphael Cilento, a tropical disease expert, likely joining.
The Medical Research Fund Bill introduced in the House of Representatives by Health Minister Hughés intends to create a funded body managed by the Health Department and National Health and Medical Research Council. The fund will receive annual Parliament allocations, donations, and bequests to support research, training, and coordination across Commonwealth and State entities without requiring end‑year Treasury repayment. The proposed budget aligns with an £9000 request from the council, using existing laboratories and institutions for activity.
In Parliament yesterday Minister for the Interior Paterson mocked a Government supporter, Mr Price of the UAP, amid a dispute over oranges from South Australia and freight charges for a Canberra shipment. The exchange touched on data and access to the required details.
The Marylebone Cricket Club president expresses gratitude for the illuminated address presented during the Canberra visit. He commends the Federal Capital Territory Cricket Association and asks the artist E P Bayliss be informed of the high regard for the work and the warm wishes for the association's future prosperity.
The Governor of Pennsylvania Karlie announced martial law will end in Johnstown tomorrow and plants may reopen. Phillip Murray, leader of the C I L O, said strikers would accept Roosevelt as the final truth dies.
The Commonwealth Government will begin a £20,000 reconstruction plan in Darwin to consolidate scattered offices. A new Administrator’s residence will be built, replacing the cyclone demolished one, and a comprehensive plan includes Aboriginal compound housing, officials’ homes, a new hospital and gaol, defence quarters, and an establishment for half-caste children. About £100,000 has been spent this year on Northern Territory works including roads water and police buildings. a £30,000 Alice Springs hospital is under construction. Katherine Pine Creek hospitals gain electric light. new police stations at Wave Hill Brock’s Creek Roper River near Coniston are planned.
The Federal Cabinet is deadlocked over renewing the Federal Aid Roads Agreement amid strong opposition from United Australia Party and Country Party members. Some support a 0.5d per gallon tax increase for state road works, while others insist funds be a general grant or fully dedicated to roads, delaying renewal planned by next Wednesday.
Violent demonstrations outside the Papal Nuncio palace in Cracow erupt over opposition to removing a silver coffin from the cathedral tomb of Marshall Pilendski. Thousands demand action as Archbishop Sapiehr leads protests amid friction between church and state. Pope orders investigation amid tensions surrounding King Carol Romania wreath plans.
The Acting Defence Minister announced in the House that Defence Department aircraft and engines on loan to Australian aero clubs will be handed over as gifts. Loans originated 7 to 10 years ago, now worn, with sales and conversions requiring departmental approval. Proceeds must fund new equipment to attract pupils and provide modern training. The aircraft include Moth planes Cirrus and Gipsy engines sourced from surplus FAAF stocks.
At Quarter Sessions on Friday the jury discharged Leonard Bell aged 43 and Francis John Sewell aged 23 on charges of conspiracy to obtain money from the New South Wales Branch of the Australian Tramways and Omnibus Federation. The defendants had been employed by Une Desociation.
Successful candidates listed from the Nurses Registration Board examination held on May 26 and 27 include Muriel Meussing Cavanggh and Mary O'ROUPN. Eligible candidates may receive a hospital certificate on completion of training from Canberra Community Hospital upon registration.
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