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Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

May 01, 1936

Page

2

National Library Opening Daily to Public Amid Plans

The National Library will open daily for public use starting May 4, with hours from 1:45 PM on weekdays and Saturday mornings. The Library will borrow and display parliamentary materials, and readers may access Royal and parliamentary collections through designated sections in Parliament House.

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Weather summary for Canberra and surrounding data

Fragmentary weather report for Canberra shows readings at 8 am and 9 am with barometer low on 3010 inches and 0.6 inch. Temperatures listed around 2 pm exceed 82 degrees with a possible equator note and wind directions varied. Backup line indicates a 34 hour maximum and a minimum temperature around 22.0 degrees with inconsistent unit references.

Canberra Waren Paulson BA Deere Ralofati

French Airman Drouillet Planned Addis Ababa Flight

French airman Drouillet intended to fly from Villa Causary via Corsica Crete and Arabia to Addis Ababa landing at three way stations en route. Engine trouble forced a landfall at Contoulle where the plane was damaged. Authorities hold him for leaving the air base without a permit.

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Daring Robbery in Sydney Stuns City Night

A bold theft occurred at night in Sydney with about 700 pounds stolen from a shop. Windows were broken to reach the loot and the crime was discovered by a late morning employee. Police suspect the intruder was mistaken for a window cleaner and fled.

Sydney Windew- Gremer

Unification reform urged by Sir Frederick Stewart in Australia

The article argues that Australia’s system blocks national action by state interests. Sir Frederick Stewart calls for a national referendum to decide constitutional issues and for a bold unification policy rather than state-led conferences. It criticizes leaders who rely on small-state votes and warns that democracy is hampered while constitutional questions remain unasked.

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Show Rea Eee Exhibition Visit and Plant Life Notes

A visitor plans travel by air to Townsville to inspect the Athe nan Plateau and Teeny Tver Bed Ren area for fossil and coal bearing finds. The event includes a labloinha exhibit and a public hall gathering on Saturday with floral displays and Cambrian Persolan sections. About five people, including Hix and trimarvee, are expected to attend. roughly 48 are anticipated to attend overall.

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Will Fight On Landon Werdnosila Adds Hardline Stance

The Addis Ababa representative of One Times vows to fight to the bitter end and warns the world that Emperor Haile Selassie will shoulder the burden of his people as allies emerge. He predicts the West will falter if the rival faction gains strength and prophesies a turning point in global security.

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Death Sentences Spark Protests in Parliament

Sydney activists protest government plan to carry out death sentences for two youths as the Legislative Assembly debates the issue. In the Legislative Council, Alam urged commuting the sentences due to youth at crime time. Cabinet officials said further action would be considered at a Tuesday meeting.

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Canberra and Australia in travel advertising debate

A disordered report discusses how large industrial cities fail to lure tourists compared with Australia’s remote regions. Granger Bales Frannet of John Sands argues Canberra deserves promotion with a memorable slogan rather than broad generalities, noting American and Canadian campaigns overlook the capital.

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Industrial Board Election In June Details

Acting Attorney-General Be pxtor Brennie outlines June elections for five Industrial Board representatives from Commonwealth employers and private employees in the Federal Capital Territory. Nominations open for president or chairman and secretary, with a single polling date by post. If more than one candidate is nominated for an office, voting remains by post and the board should soon be constituted and ready to function.

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Tom Walsh Defends Seamen's Union Voice

Mr Tom Walsh defends seamen's union amid disputes over conditions. He labels members as victims of coercive teaching by rival factions and argues for party policy adherence and continued employment protection for rank and file seamen across industries.

Brisbane Wool Sales Briefing

Fragmented OCR notes mention Brisbane wool sales and market activity with references to buyers and Japan. Details are unclear. primary facts indicate wool sale events underway and international buyer presence.

Tasmanian policy on oil and loans announced

Prime Minister Lyons announced a new government policy to boost oil production in Australia and shale oil from coal. A fund of 2,000,000 pounds will offer loans to approved companies or persons to drill and explore, administered by a committee including ministers Burkhill and Paterson, with support from Commonwealth authorities. Discussion covered independence of Tasmanian power, trade impacts, and congressional questioning on economic strategy.

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Higher Plane Shuffle of Statistics Office Appointments

Classified notice reports a reshuffle in the statistics department with retirement of senior official and new appointments of two statistical officers in the research and administration branches. It notes salary ranges and the abolition of some roles, along with reassignments and increased salaries for remaining staff.

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