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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Mar 14, 1935
Page
7
A publishing notice appears from The Canberra Times noting proprietorship and subscription details. It references the paper in Canberra and lists price and Commonwealth related terms for readers and subscribers.
Ingeton and Weatheridge City newsagents report shifting shelves and rising demand as residents seek papers and periodicals. Trade groups note tighter margins and increased competition amid changing consumer habits.
A notice directs Pyordar Canberré and Queanbeyns Yesitente to communicate their names and addresses to The Cen for daily home delivery service. The item appears as a fragmented OCR excerpt with missing portions and unclear dates.
Rainfall data from Canberra and Queanbeyan covers the current year with totals for February and March. The report lists temperatures and rainfall amounts, noting daily measurements and monthly summaries.
In a longstanding church dispute at Valine, lawyers argued over ballot validity and a previous vow to award damages. Witnesses described parishioners challenging church leadership after a contested vote, while the judge weighed which ballots counted and whether irregularities affected the outcome.
Fragmentary notes show a meeting of a Federal operative group discussing government aspects. Names or specific entities are unclear due to garbled OCR. The readable bits reference governance and a general assembly setting.
Canberra forecast notes morning mist and fog with scattered shivers and fine wine temperatures. Clouds increase and a change to south east to north east winds, fresh at times along the coast, moderate sea.
A prominent analysis argues that Australian meat exports have collapsed due to protectionist policy and tariff debates. It contends Britain and other markets should open first, while European restrictions and gold standard policies threaten domestic producers. The piece warns reducing tariffs risks continued unemployment and economic instability unless foreign markets are restored and monetary policy stabilised.
Disorder erupted as bees swarmed a roadway near Parliament House before yesterday's resumed session. Members and messengers were greeted by the buzzing intrusion drawing attention and causing pedestrians to divert. Security directed evacuees as workers attempted to scatter the insects from the busy thoroughfare.
Sir George Pearce minister for External Affairs will leave for Norfolk Island today and be absent from Canberra until the Senate resumes on March 27. He will be accompanied by Mr. Farligan of the Territories Branch. He plans to survey island administration and conditions, with possible future visits to Papua and New Guinea to assess territories under his control.
A youth was threatened during an attempted street robbery as a man confronted him near a bank. Defendants sought to seize money but were stopped by bystanders before authorities intervened. police pursue charges and potential fines.
The report describes a mirror system to aid note takers in the Hansard office. It explains the intended use for reflecting mirrors to help reporters trace sources and reference material. Installation is planned for the current day with house engineers preparing the apparatus for chamber use tomorrow.
Government decided to repeal all property clauses in the Pensions Act and to raise the standard pension to 18. An estimated 2,000 to 3,000 applicants will seek pensions with an annual cost around £107,080. Legislation may pass quickly so the change could take effect by July 1, with a weekly increase in expenses pending FY start. Beazley welcomed the repeal of NEFCUS Clauses.
The Federal Labour Party met to urge Acting Prime Minister Dr Earle Page to receive a non party deputation addressing hardship caused by the Penaiune Act. Delegates from Melbourne and West Femoval were invited, and the party voiced concern for Dr Maloney of Melbourne who is ill with a cerebral haemorrhage.
Negotiations continue between a Cabinet subcommittee and a proposed Australian company for northern Australia development. The government offers favorable terms to a British-backed firm with solid finances and stability, aiming to charter and settle gun areas. Suggested retirement areas include Barkly Tableland and Victoria River, near Queensland and Western Australia borders, expected to hold valuable natural resources.
The Federal Labour Party proposes a more flexible pairing system to record key votes. Leader Sevrin seeks to keep paired with Eyona for parliamentary voting, with changes allowed only in special convenes. Officials insist no breach of existing party commitments will occur.
By Net Wemenday, the Metropolitan Water Board shows February progress with filed buildings valued at £682,007 versus £77 in February prior year. The record highlights ongoing construction activity and the board’s continued revival efforts in infrastructure projects.
Canberra residents hear from Mr Paterson that federal policy will favor local workers in government contracts and all contracts will use local industrial officers to safeguard local job prospects. He outlines road, forestry, and railway works to begin soon, with emphasis on easing unemployment and reviewing the dole while noting some limits on permanent openings.
The House met after a three month recess to pass condolences for Sir Walter Kingsmill and Mrs Deakin as Acting Prime Minister Dr Page announced ministerial arrangements. tributes praised Kingmill’s service, while Mrs Deakin and others were lauded for charity work. debates covered customs, spirits, and wheat policy amid questions on trade and employment.
The Australian Prime Minister JM Lyons travels with a ministerial delegation aboard the Otranto. They plan to reach London by March 22 and then go overland to the Vatican via Vill Franche. Possible audience with the Pope and Signor Joly is hinted as part of broader discussions.
A muddled report describes pre-nominal meetings of the United Auatealia Party and the Australian Country Party. It mentions confidence in Mr. Lyon and a delegation, plus motions by von Bornce about safeguarding Australia’s interests and relations with Austria.
A Brisbane abattoirs strike concluded after a meeting of the workers. The union backed a reduction in work and a recommencement plan. Management agreed to resume production with limited shifts starting tomorrow. many workers expected to return by Sunday.
A dog was reportedly carried off by a shark at Weronura beach on a day afternoon. Eyewitnesses described a terror as a large shark seized the animal near the shore while locals pondered the cause and ongoing danger.
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