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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Jun 29, 1937
Page
3
Federal reports indicate a projected surplus nearing one million dollars within six years, with analyses suggesting gradual growth and continued budget momentum across departments. Potential implications for funding levels and policy priorities are noted as planners assess long term fiscal trajectories.
The article reports on anticipated tax reductions tied to the budget as the government grapples with pension costs. It notes concerns over the burden of pensions, possible downward adjustments in taxation rates, and indicating efforts to restore revenue through reforms while lapsing into uncertain forecasts about future years.
A fragmented Melbourne report notes Mr Forgan Smith returning by Monday. The Proper of Queensland remarks on public sentiment, praising some people over Burene residents. Observers say conditions are improving in many areas.
The death occurred Sunday morning in Temora of Rev Father Thomas Slattery parish priest of Temora. Known and respected in Canberra where he served 14 years as Inspector of Roman Catholic Bedwulh. A brilliant preacher he delivered sermons across Canberra on many occasions. Born in Laccamore Abbeyddorney County Kerry Ireland about 33 years ago he was educated in Ireland and in Paris and Lyons. He came to Australia and served as Inspector for the diocese of Gutil hymn before becoming parish priest of Temora. His brother Rev Father W Blat tery is parish priest at Albury and another brother Rev Mather Slattery is in the Africans dilssintidry Buclety.
Ad, a former Egg Market ing Board member and sales manager, pleaded guilty to taking £707 from the board. He also stated there was £440 in the board’s accounts. Windwyer argued for leniency, noting the motive was to cover losses from the egg market. The case progressed with defense and prosecution presenting varying claims on the financial missteps.
A London area accident at Swanley platform left four dead and many injured. A train struck another at speed, causing a loud crash and a blue flash. Passengers were jostled, some thrown from compartments. The driver and a second official were injured.
Police report a stolen vehicle chase ending with the occupants surrendering. The suspects were injured and taken to the city watchhouse for processing.
Funds are sought to cover transport costs for Canberra extension clubs serving outlying districts. Monday’s meeting noted 47 girls attend Causeway club weekly, with Westridge and Duntroon clubs recently formed and Weslie due to open near Tulle. The Canberra WCLA appeals for donations to support ongoing expansion of activities and the association’s broader goals.
Mr Scullin urged Parliament to become a national convention for one month every five years to advance Australia’s moral resources and forestry program. He pressed the government to fund the Australian Forestry School at Canberra beyond its probation, warning against state efforts to bypass national oversight and the risk to forests and sheep herds. The acting Treasurer said Scullin’s points were appreciated and timely.
Sydney boxing marks a sharp eight round outpoint by Turmer over Joe il at Stadium tosanch. Cohen pressed the pace while Gill faded, as the match highlighted Turmer's aggression and Il's early lethargy in a noisy venue.
In the women’s golf contest between the Country and the Town, the Town prevailed by a close margin. Players including McLeish, Mina Vivert, and Mina Blankin posted victories, while Mrs Hore, Mrs Corry, and Mrs Page were defeated. Additional matches featured Misa Metntoza, Mixa Bimpron, Mrs Byrnes, Mrs Robe Ingon, and Mew Everett with mixed results for both sides.
A bright Albert Hall program featured community singing and performances by vocalists and instrumentalists. T J Carmody led the audience through favourites with Mr Lane popular with the crowd, while P Donnelley and Lorraine Dongian drew warm applause. The Patrick orchestra provided strong accompaniment throughout, closing with lively numbers and a robust finish.
William Lucas of East Melbourne objects to the proposed design of the Australian National War Memorial being built with Australian materials and by an Australian architect. He argues the Commonwealth government has not chosen such a path and cites prior Western Front memorial records. He notes no opportunity for an Australian architect or materials in the current plan.
On Saturday at the Federal Golf Club the Captain's Trophy faced variable weather for the contest. K Anderson posted an exceptional nett 50 to lead, with Evans 84 gross 6h and Carnal 88 gross 71 among the top scores. Others include Garnham 82, Grimts 82, Kennard 97, Coggins 85, Crombie 92, Arbuckle 94, Stanafield 96, Gold 104, Rainford 108.
By election at Woollahra, the final result will probably be unknown on Wednesday as preference votes are allocated. Electoral officers prepared to receive more than 500 postal votes before counting begins, with the first margin expected to be small and listing candidates such as Grant.
In Sydney Mendsy Juminoe Raper court today the judge faced unusual scenes as spouses argued amid turmoil. The proceedings involved a wife and husband in parallel petitions, with comments on behavior and a remark by the judge.
In Queanbeyan Coroner board found the death of two year old Verna Blundell was due to natural causes as per medical testimony, but post mortem suggested suffocation. Witnesses described the child found in bed with a pink dress and no marks of violence. The case noted convulsions in the past, and investigations found no suspicious circumstances surrounding the death.
The Queanbeyan Rifle Club completed its annual ice Championship and handicap rounds with C. Storey winning the championship and B. G. Lewis taking the handicap prize from the 1000 yard range. Scores across 900 500 600 and 700 yards show Storey and Gregory among top marks, with Lewes and Byrnes among other high scorers in the aggregate.
Kensington Race card lists Wednesday acceptances for multiple divisions including Juvenile Handicaps Flying Welter and Kensington Handicap. Key entrants include Doreen, Queen Brown Walker, Stage Bronze, Kyanna and Miss Bille with weights and starting times noted. The program shows first race at 10 and final events around 3:10 PM with divisions and weight raises as listed.
Melbourne Monday racing news notes Pooley Bridge fading after a poor hurdle display while Tegepeur Wakerife and Blackwood attract support for the Grand National Hurdles. Latest order lists Pooley Bridge mid pack with Blackwood Tegepeur and Bridge of Mer trailing.
An 19th century advertorial extols Dr Morse's Indian Root Pills as a cure for bilious complaints and digestive distress. It claims toning internal systems, stimulating appetite, aiding digestion, and restoring vigor, describing various emetic and cleansing effects and praising the patent medicine's restorative qualities.
Fragment reads as a garbled note likely about a Portoral Capital Press of Ausra mast header and a hire ad. Readable elements mention a masthead, personnel names and a hiring notice. The legible words suggest a local newspaper clip with unclear date or place.
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