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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
May 03, 1927
Page
4
The Canberra Times announces it will publish twice weekly starting May 9 with issues on Tuesdays and Fridays. Subscribers retain current terms. rates not increased for existing accounts as a gesture of thanks for early support. A special issue marks the Commonwealth Government moving to Canberra on May 9, with adjusted publication dates outlined.
The Canberra Times publishes a publishing notice listing subscriptions and prepayment details. It names hotels and civic figures and lists multiple local businesses and individuals connected to the Canberra area. The notice references prepaid subscriptions and ordering processes.
The document references the year 4538 likely in a local school or college context with mentions of examinations for intermediate leaving and matriculation. It notes a single percent pass rate and references a school, bursary endowment, and health and residential terms as part of the educational administration.
A limited number of copies of the Canberra Times first issue from September 1926 are offered for sale at a fixed price. Copies may be obtained only from the Canberra Linen office, with a strict limit on purchases per person. This historic edition marks Canberra’s launch as a national newspaper in a new era.
A fragmented 19th century style crowding of prophecy speaks of a coming conflict led by ambassadors and nations poised at the edge of a global confrontation. The text foretells mounting tensions, mobilization debates, and the anticipation of decisive steps by Canberra and allied dominions toward a potential emergency.
A disjointed account describes a bleak Canberra railway situation with delays and lack of information. Passengers confront cold, darkness, and empty assurances as trains linger and officials fail to provide timely guidance, underscoring public frustration in incipient winter gloom.
Canberra artists discuss moderation of capital Leamie dinner and portrait commissions for the Morrison Memorial House ceremonies. Names include Mr Holmen and Mr Flolman with Home and Treter Mary addressing selection by Australian Art Authority. Debate centers on artist choices, timing, and official photography for the ceremony as commissions advance.
Provision of postal facilities in various camping areas drawn up by the Federal Capital Commission and the Attorney General’s Department. Arrangements provide departmental stations at convenient points serving combined areas A B and others. Stations will offer lamp posts, telephones for local and trunk lines, and telegram services. Messaging will notify camping farms of changes. additional audience will be mobilized for further details.
Queanbeyan Municipal Council met on Thursday and sanctioned nonveto construction within the municipality. The long list includes cottages, additions, and outbuildings with values ranging from £20 to £1,000, for residents like Lambert, Phicuumm, Midrton, Hard, Willliams, Bender, M'Caulay, Hendervan, Moore, Cawndy, Campbell, and others on streets such as Munro, Alice, Rom-read, Tow-rosd, Blaye-roud, Mayob-mtrest, Campell mteoet, and Donald-road.
A letter from the Went Adinunhevun d'rmgren Aswoelatlin discusses wiring lights on Urnarry road and Crawfordentrret. The East Qeembeyan Progrem Association reports high tolls, while the Lighting Committee is urged to act. The town also addresses weed eradication security and potential dangers observed by Cowrad, with plans to monitor the audience and ensure a proper range proctor.
The Federal Capital League celebrated the impending transfer of government to Canberra at a Melbourne dinner. Prominent figures from federal and state ranks spoke on federation, Canberra’s significance, and the nation’s future, praising leaders who advanced the Canberra project.
Fragmented report notes a December 12 1904 auction of bricks tied to government refunds and price disputes. Mentions Prime Minister statements, Canberran authority, and potential backdated payments. cites high brick prices and legal considerations across multiple dates and officials.
Canberra branch of the Engineers' Institute appoints chairman Guided by Hideral Capital Commission with Gedlded 102 whranch. MEE Chief Communamonte designated chairman. Potts McPhail and others named provisional members. Mr Knox moved from junior to associate. Meeting held under secretary Mr Marabatl with varied appointments.
The wedding joined Miss Wright, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Wright, with Mr. Cupit in Tombong. Guests at the reception included relatives and friends. The ceremony was conducted by a bishop, and the couple planned to reside at their home.
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