Canberra Bank Holiday Debated Over Proclamation
An Interior Department official recalls no bank holiday proclamation for the coming Monday in Canberra. The delay risks banks closing only after a special act of Parliament, as authorities seek Governor General approval and ministerial signatures to observe the holiday.
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Department of the Interior
Canberra
British Empire
George
Ff Vbw
Mogulay
Fienen
Wficlala Team
Melbourrne
Hydney
Lesuie UE
Ganeile Cine Swat
Ints
Canbeera
Mibyiy
Calgary
Sydney
Revenue rise in April customs and excise figures
The report shows an April increase of 371,987 pounds over the previous year, with monthly totals around 1,034-38. It details tax and pension figures across Australian states including New South Wales, Victoria, Queensland, South Australia, Western Australia, and Tasmania, noting variations in pensions and maternity payments and comparing year over year gains.
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Gathann
Tate
Trenegatoma
Oui
Eaktimale
Pevenar
EATON
New Sou Wales
Virturin
Queendland’s
Torrioney
Australia
Vasu
Staten
Metwitos
Terracy
Linia
Oatimanlee
HA Desa Victorin
Troan
Queenalind
Elsa Umn Coelute
South Australia
Liv
Austria
Leverett Tet
Pweviewy
Tvatie
TATA
Duin
Victorie
Queensland
Western Australia
Victoria
Queens
New South Wales
Tokr-S4. South Auatolia
Goodwin Library Official Opening at Ainslie Public Belivol
The Goodwin Library was officially opened by Mrs. M. Ahakenpeare at the Ainslie Public Belivol amid parents and children. Speeches praised the library’s aims to expand access and education, noting past library standards and the role of parents and the community in its founding.
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Goodwin
Ainslie Public Belivol
M. Ahakenpeare
Bhakempeare
Murvey
Australi
Tolopen Park
Gurion
Bhakeupesrn
Omy. Smith
Mt. Byre
Wilte Stindy
Voluntivi
Air
Australia
Naoul Nfe
Wits
Cenbarra
Michalspeare
Trenchant
eSie
CS Daley
Enevice
Liewt
Weather Report From Carmona Field
Reading shows a weather note for Carmona on Wednesday. Measurements include 2.15 inches of precipitation and a 24 hour maximum wind speed around 407? The entry records wind directions and times with uncertain figures due to OCR errors, noting barometric and temperature-like data and general conditions for the day.
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Carmona
Baromei
Bam
Opening 1930 Canberra season pits Eastake against Sydney team
National football in Canberra opens with a match between Eastake Winters of He Canberra and the Sydney team, national champions, to be witnessed by the Governor-General and other officials. The ceremony includes arrivals to Manuka Pavilion on 10 and 16, with two Federal Capital Territory matches slated and a travel party of 35 Sydney visitors.
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Alonday
Canberra
Eastake
Sydney
Metropolia
Manuka Post Office Public Thanks Letter 103b
May 4 103b Manuka notes public gratitude to lawmakers and postmaster generals for petitions and visits touching postal issues. Mentions L S Dwyer deputies and groups who waited upon Senator McLachlan and EMG regarding deprivation concerns.
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Cabberra Times
Cornell Chainter
Commére
L. S Dwyer
Benator McLachlan
Iic
Messrs
Scullin
Stacey
Ma P
T. M. Shakespeare
G. Cus
Manuka
Manuka Post Office Opens After Delayed Canberra Services
The Canberra Times reports the opening of a new post office at Manuka highlighting why the Federal Capital Territory still relies on outdated arrangements. Authors critique delivery routes from Canberra to Hall and Tharwa and urge service over tradition, noting shifts in population and business need. King Canute’s centenary is cited to underline resisting change.
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Manuka
Masuke
Canberra
Athe
Amd
Lange
Canbernin
Federal Capital Territory
Queanbeyan
Tharwa
Jeriabombera
Canute
Queanbeyan Show Plans Expanded Sheep and Cattle Pens
A Queanbeyan P and A Association committee met Tuesday to approve larger cattle yards and sheep pens due to improved show entries. A May 20 meeting will decide yard location. Members will inspect property sites next Tuesday at 11 am to review proposals from a sub committee and assess costs ranging around £100 and schemes that may reduce current yard plans.
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Queanbeyan P
Smouthern
Thorn
W. F. Guttlott
Hi. Malle
Oldfield
Grants Commission hearings on WA and Tasmania aid claims
In Canberra the Commonwealth Grants Commission heard evidence on Western Australia and Tasmania seeking increased aid from the Commonwealth due to conditions and disabilities caused by Commonwealth policy. Officials presented financial figures and supportive testimony. hearings expected to continue and likely run into next week.
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Canberra
Commonwealth Grants Commission
Western Australia
Tasmania
Commonwealth
Treasury
Black List Wood Merchants Form Canberra Association
A meeting of wood merchants formed the Canberra Wood Merchant’s Association to set standards and boycott firms failing to pay for wood. The group, led by Mr Lyon, aims to fix prices, designate a “black list,” and discuss government contracts while organizing delivery and office positions. The next effective meeting is set for May 28.
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Canberra Wort Merchant's Association
Lyon
Towne
Ur Carter
Carter
J. Lyon
Priestley
Tite George
Trencher
Maral
Donald Mackay Ayinky Aims Australian Survey Flight
Donald Mackay Ayinky plans a pioneering aerial survey of inland Australia in January. He will test a twin engined Munx par airplane piloted by Frank Neate to map the interior region and chart unknown terrain.
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Aytinky
Womewlay
Donald Mackay
Australia
Jaze
Frank Neate
Australia public selections 1934 select list of works
The Commonwealth National Library releases a two part select list on Australia dealing with Australian life and affairs. It covers books and parliamentary papers from Commonwealth and State Governments and groups items under 18 subject headings.
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Commonwealth National Library
J. Bined
Australia
Binns
Anatralia
Raferunice
Dame Imports Ince
Stir
Walle Uy
Lbrarien
Bout
Aldo
Tor
Canberra
Nothing But the Truths comedy at Albert Hall
The Canberra Tipertary Society presented a three act farce titled Nothing But the Truths at Albert Hall. A sizeable cast led by Bob Bennett and Benett with strong turns from W. Heat and others delivered a diverting evening as the plot twists around honesty wagers and breaches of social codes.
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Canberra
Albert Hall
James Montgomery
Bob Bennett
Fanildende
Meare
Bennott
W. Lave
Clarence Vanuma
Dunnally
Rene Htt
Dr. Doran
Election Meeting at Queanbeyan for Manurg Electorate
Rod Heffin MLA will address voters at Queanbeyan on Monday May 10 supporting the Labour candidate for the Manurg electorate. The meeting aims to rally support and outline campaign positions.
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Rod Heffin
Queanbeyan
Labour
Manurg
Ete
Queanbeyan Welcome for Returning Minister at Exhibition
The Presbyterian minister We La Anna returned to Queanbeyan on Tuesday after a leg injury. Alderman J. ifemond the mayor and local clergy welcomed him. At the Presbyterian Show and Industrial Exhibition, Mr Farrell of Columbia Pictures supervised the screening of the feature "One Night of Faves" nightly at the Town Theatre Queanbeyan.
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We la Anna
Queanbeyan
Dik Nui
Lee Kure
Ald
J. Ifemond
Tix Contreemnon
Farrell
Columbia Pietunes
UW Wt Pruiest
Ttne
Jubilee Ball at Albert Hall in Canberra event
The King Jubilee Ball, run by the Churchwomen's Guild of Baptists in Canberra, is scheduled for Friday May 16 at Albert Hall. Volunteer organizers and local committees are coordinating floral decorations, supper plans, and musical features with Mr Cumpatoc arranging flowers and Pogan's Orchestra supplying the music.
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Churchwanen
Baptiat's
Canberra
Albert
Mall
Effarbe
Terrocco Tye
Cumpatoc
Pogaon
Flood Waters Recede in Victoria Towns
In Victoria the flood waters recede with Konweerup still threatened as water subsides in low-lying areas. Volunteers worked through the night to reinforce sandbag levees while residents evacuate minor flood zones and Pakenham reports some relief from rising streams.
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Melbourne
Konweerup
Local Play Review Highlights Mixed Performances and Prominent Fans
A fragmented theater review praises Mina Jean Buick and Oph Sal for strong moments but notes uneven handling of characters. Critics applaud bright artistry and stage staff effort while remarking some leads underperforming. Prompter cues and audience bouquets mark the production’s closing impression.
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Ana
Strudh-Teller
Tor Ierg
Mina Jean Buick
Miner Batty Whyte
Winifred Cunningham
Mina
Marjorie
Ethel
Mia
Ie Cam
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