Federal Capital Press of Australia Subscription Rates
The Times newspaper advertises prepaid subscription rates within the Commonwealth. Names and addresses listed include J. Graham, J. Dunne in Canberra, and firms in Queanbeyan, Goulburn, and Delver. Delivers by local bookshops and agents such as Comins & Co and Goodsell.
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Rainfall Total for Period Compared with 1028 Readings
Readings show total rainfall for the current period at 363 points, while the corresponding period of 1028 recorded 102 points. The document notes overall totals for the season and compares year over year precipitation measurements.
Rainfall records for Queanbeyan period May to date
The Queanbeyan records give daily temperatures at 9 am with maximum and minimum figures and rainfall totals for the year to date. The snippet shows monthly rainfall totals for February and May, with illegible OCR words and stray characters.
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Queanbeyan
Huainfall
Rainfall Totals Across Regions Yesterday Morning
Rainfall reports from multiple districts in Victoria and neighboring states list rainfall amounts at numerous towns and localities. Figures span from small catches to heavy falls with Geelong, Geraldton, and several Western Australian towns showing notable totals, while coastal and inland locations record varied amounts.
Canberra Club Championships draw for first qualifying round
The Canberra Golf Club announces the Canberra Club Championships first qualifying round draw with matchups including K Gell vs Sweetnam, J Williams vs Ling, House vs Dwyer, and many others. The stroke handicap Mr A J Serre trophy will run alongside. Due to early nightfall players should be ready to hit at allotted times and signal par to keep the field moving. those able to start before the first time are asked to do so.
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G. Hichards
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Dr. James
Lev. Fletcher
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Robertson
E. T. Dickens
W. Adamson
Bandra
A. IL Dickinson
Freeman
W. T. Ross
Astronomical data from Commonwealth Solar Observatory May 3
Times for sun Moon and major planets at Mount Stromlo are listed with rises and settings. Venus rises at 6.22 am and sets after 41 minutes past. Jupiter rises at 4.4 pm and Saturn at 5.15 pm with other planetary positions noted.
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Commonwealth Solar Observatory
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Venus
Jupiter
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Weather forecast summary from state meteorologist report
State meteorologist notes a generally fine, cold night with frost on the tablelands. Variable winds observed and expected to persist, advising precautions for outdoor activities and agriculture.
Deficit Forecast for Railway Commission Angers Riverina Delegates
Acting Premier Buttenshaw warned the Riverina development convention that the railway commissioners may incur a deficit around £100,000 this year. He proposed paying workers for four hours weekly under Federal awards, not 48 hours as currently. A. Lorimer urged amending the Local Government Act to enable district meetings for development, while Dr Page cited Armidale pow states as a prior step. Delegates carried the motion.
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Settlement By Judicial Methods Of International Disputes
In the House of Lords Viscount Cecil urged action toward a covenant for judicial settlement of international disputes. The Lord Chancellor signaled possible government support, but the decision hinged on expediency for Britain and the empire. Dominions contemplated an arbitration clause with the United States and preferred concluding the American treaty first. The division vote failed 26 to 1.
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House of Lords
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International Court
the Hague
Britain
Dominions
United States
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Australian League of Nations delegation announced
Prime Minister Diruce named Major W. C. Marr, Sir Granville Highe, and Sir Harrison Moore as the Australian delegation to the League of Nations in September. Moore, an expert on codification of international law, will also act for the Commonwealth Government. An expert committee of still undergoverned dominions will meet in London in October to consider nonconforming legislation, with a substitute member and possibly a lady member to be announced.
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League of Nations
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Defence
London
Granville Highe
Harrison Moore
Bruce
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Mechanical men loom in future as robots take tasks
In the May 3 1929 issue, amberra Times discusses growing mechanical menC devices like Televox Eric and Iron Mike. These robots perform jobs from housework and gatekeeping to ships steering and telephone duties, with potential to ease drudgery and free humans for bigger work.
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Conaheanieat Iia
Eric
Televox
Westinghouse Laboratory
Iron Mike
Tracy
Centurion
Australia
Central
Weather forecast across Australian states and coast
Canberra and New South Wales predict fine to cool conditions with frosts at night and variable winds. Victoria and Tasmania report fine days with cold nights and some frosts or fog, winds shifting east to north inland. Ocean forecasts show fresh northerlies, strong NW winds near Cape Leeuwin, rough seas in the Bight, and unsettled weather in the south west. Northern Australia data unavailable. Queensland expects fine weather with cold nights and light to moderate south-easterlies.
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Bight
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Cascoyne
North Australia
Queensland
Weather synopsis outlines cloudy western coast and clear areas
Victoria expected cloudy to dull with threatening patches in western districts and mostly fine elsewhere with frosts and heavy dew. Winds mostly calm to light north east. Heavy rain noted in central and western districts. New South Wales portion is unclear with scattered cloud and hot conditions described in dialect terms.
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New South Wales
Weather Snapshot Across Australian Regions With Mixed Rain
The report notes variable conditions across regions including many frost on highlands and a mix of calm and shifting winds. Scattered light rain occurred in coastal districts between Newcastle and Manning Heads and a couple inland spots, with Tasmania seeing showers and metro area rain. other areas remained generally clear or lightly cloudy with winds from north to southeast.
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Canberra viewed as jewel of the capital by visitor
A traveler praises Canberra in a Canberra Times reader letter, lauding Burley Griffin’s planning, government buildings, and pristine roads. He notes the city’s layout, parks, Parliament House, and a Cotter River Dam drive, recommending an overseas visitor’s must see. He mentions Mount Ainslie and Bedlam Hill, and praises the city’s elegance despite supposed costs.
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Public Woes Highlight Cost Of Living In Canberra Letter
A Canberra reader in Ainslie lamenting rising costs lists weekly expenses from wages 10 shillings less than a public servant. The note describes groceries coal car fare milk and rents for a family of seven including five children and highlights budget strain.
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Disabled Yacht Almetra Reaches Port In Plight
The yacht Almetra arrived at Forster after a trying voyage with an engine failure a missing rudder and damaged mizzen mast. Crew members fear for their lives due to water ingress and the perilous situation at sea.
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Forster
Japan Society Medal Offered for English Language Merit
The Japan Society in London offers an annual medal Struck off royal unit to the Imperial University of Tokyo for a student excelling in English literature. The medal will be presented tomorrow by the Duke of something at the society in London.
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Japan Society
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Mawson Set to Sail for Australia Next Week
Fragmented notice reports Mawson leaving London for Australia for an expedition. It mentions Captain J. K. Davis and several dates, with references to Marseilles and a June departure. The garbled text includes scattered names and contributions related to the expedition.
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Wednenty
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Haa Salling
Australia
J. KK. Davis
Wilcere
Aunidas Mawson
Ed Marseilles
Drute
Bial
Public Gifts to Aid Antarctic Expedition
An announcement reports total donations of 60,100 pounds from Mr. Mi bobertaon, 9 pounds from Lane Horden, and 100 pounds from Me Alun Shipton of Adelaide to equip Sir Douglas gon's Antarctic expedition. The Prime Minister Bruce notes Australia’s public appreciation and urges continued patriotic support to ensure the expedition sails well equipped. The appeal emphasizes high national standards and calls on Australians to contribute to the best equipment money can buy.
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Best Players Helen Wills View
Paris interview highlights Helen Wills praising top players and evaluating both women and men. She names d'Alvares Nennette Aussem Ryan Akhurst and Lacoste Tilden Beretta Huot, predicting the Davis Cup result will hinge on Lacoste's performance.
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Huot
Bribery Inquiry Opens in Sydney
Royal Commissioner Davidson held a preliminary inquiry into bribery allegations involving Fitzgibbons the bus proprietor. The proceedings explored whether officials or employers were offered money or influence to secure permissions, with objections raised over evidence and legality. The inquiry was adjourned to May 15.
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Prime Minister Ebroot Departs Canterm for Sydney
The Prime Minister Ebroot left Canterm for Sydney and will return to the capital on mi. Me. BT. Hult, the Comptroller of the Department of Trade and Lima, came back to Canberra after a few days. Mr. T. Penn of the New Wales ranks branch attended farewell events hosted by Churel Dramatic Society and the min 7hate.
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