This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!
This newspaper page contains 29 articles. Subscribers can read the full text of each article.
Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
May 06, 1931
Page
2
The report lists weather figures for Canberra including barometer at 9 am 20.07 inches and 38.5 on the grass, with a 24 hour maximum 66 and rainfall totals for February to May. Queanbeyan records show temperature highs and lows and rainfall totals for February through April with monthly figures.
An analysis argues the federal petrol tax adds a per hour cost to every motor vehicle's operation. Based on 20 miles per gallon and speeds over 20 mph, each vehicle incurs tax equivalent to a wage hourly rate for each 60 minutes of travel, inflating transport costs and living expenses.
Princess Lewna, previously linked to Count Von Hocheerg, becomes engaged to Archduke Afton of Austria a noted airman who flew in the last round Europe flight under the alias Prince Antonio Bourbon.
Mr. F. H. Stewart, prominent bus proprietor, offered to construct a wireless broadcasting station for Protestant churches. The Council of Churches meeting this afternoon gratefully accepted the proposal and decided the new station should be known as SCH.
A 28 year old butcher named Norman Thomas Porter of Collaroy died after a knife slipped while removing a bone from beef. He received medical help immediately but bled to death within ten minutes.
A council meeting concluded in disorder as a regals and Alderman McElhone left the chamber causing a quorum lapse. The Reform Party’s economy proposals were stalled for a fort night due to the walkout.
Edith Ralston Hicks Lyon formerly Huxtable obtained a decree nisi against Beverley Lyon Gloucestershire cricket captain for misconduct. They married in 1624 and the petitioner, born in London, was granted custody of the child.
The Legislative Assembly debated appointing a select committee to investigate mining leases and conduct of companies like St Algnan and Orent Northernhold in New Guinea. Mr Polster urged inquiry into lease activities to ensure full capacity exploitation and warn of wealth potential and varied results among groups.
In the Commons the Chancellor of the Exchequer Mr Snowden explained a land value tax plan to be included in this year’s finance bill with a two year delay before imposition. He noted rising property values, described the tax as a charge on community use of land, and proposed a simple rate with exemptions for agricultural land and utilities. He argued the values could underpin public finance and local rates while cautioning about past complexities and political objections.
Readers follow the chaotic session as MPs clash over tariff policy. Critics allege secrecy and mismanagement while supporters defend duties as essential. figures like Mr Forde and Mr Jones spar over protection, production costs, and political strategy amid procedural gridlock.
An OCR fragment lists star and planet rise times with abbreviations for months or times and values such as Eunclaves 6.49 a.m. and Major Planets Venua and Mare 11 p.m. to 11.28 p.m. The text also mentions Baturn with a monetary value 44 and other time marks like 6.17 pam and 4.06 am.
In Melbourne on a judgement today the Full Arbitration Court refused to pend or vary the A W U awards for station hands but ordered a 20 percent reduction in cattle, including a previously granted ten percent cut. The reduction is effective from May 4.
Canberra forecast reports fine conditions at present with a cold night ahead followed by cloud and rain likely in a day or two.
The Canberra Times argues that Canberra rents are not guided by supply and demand but by policy and finance. It calls for a Fair Rents Court to determine rents judicially, noting past council proposals and political support by A.L.P. candidates.
Discussants criticized Algnan Wax and related firms for unclear activities and decisions. They alleged noncompliance with Companies Act section 203 requiring a full balance sheet and noted confusion over the boundaries of St. Abemnut’s. Parliament information access and committee appointment were debated amid claims of mismanagement and calls for accountability.
Empire Day activities aim to mark the holiday with public events in multiple schools. Speakers will include government and clergy representatives as ceremonies conclude with addresses to students.
Mr A J Christie has been named equity Director of Texts with Telegraph Melbourne after Mr West’s appointment as Arbiter under the Arbitration Public Service Act. Christie’s salary and prior roles in the department are noted, including positions in Sydney and Brisbane and involvement with the Federal Capital Commission.
At the Quarter Sessions today John Equires aged 20 faced theft of a postal letter containing a postal note for ten shillings. Judge Curlewis imposed one month in prison to test before the Court of Criminal Appeal the principle that postal workers who steal letters are not entitled to release on bond due to their positions of trust.
A Vancouver cable report said negotiations on a proposed Canadian trade treaty were nearly finished and awaiting final word from Australia. The Canadian Minister for Markets stated he had little new information beyond last week and noted an unofficial message suggested a possible further cable this week.
Mr W Langley of Langley Vale NSW, president of the Associated Country Sawmillers, brands the Arbitration Bill as Soviet rule and blocks timber industry operations under its terms. He advocates round table conferences to settle industrial disputes.
Loo Chow, a 50 year old Chinese market gardener, faced Bathurst Police Court on a charge of feloniously administering poison to Charlie Hing with intent to murder. A cat died after eating pork and rice Chow prepared for Hing breakfast, but the Government Analyst found no poison in the food and no poison trace. Police offered no further evidence, Chow was…
The Chief Electoral Director said the printed roll for the Advisory Council Election will be available late today. It lists about 4400 names, roughly 400 fewer than on the 1930 roll. Nominations close at 12 noon Monday, and four nominations have been received so far.
Mr. R Green argues that heavy duties defeat their purpose noting whisky revenue fell from £1 756 000 to £760 000 due to higher duty. He claims two new tariff types shift trade balances and criticizes extended government taxation beyond the point. He presses for timely discussion of eight tariff schedules after their fourteen month operation.
Mrs H Gerrard of Kingston will stand for election to the Advisory Council in the interests of Canberra women. Four women sought endorsement but no preselection ballot was needed as three aspirants withdrew. A meeting of women's organisations will decide on support and Gerrard will conduct a house to house canvass.
In the House yesterday two questions centered on Jacob Johnson. Attorney-General Mr Brennan said he would look into the matter when asked by Mr Beasley about an investigator report. Asked by Mr Ward if the matter was finally decided, Brennan said several issues remained under consideration.
The Minister for Works told the House yesterday that the Canberra swimming baths filtration plant quotations were invited from Australian firms. Filtration and Water Battening Pty Ltd Melbourne had its quotation accepted under ministerial authority. Other firms Ferrier and Dickinson Sydney and Crease and Duff Melbourne were asked to submit quotations.
Kaye Don plans a speed boat attempt on Lake Garda next week to push the craft beyond foreign reach. He believes the boat is capable of 120 miles an hour and will depart from London for Italy.
A government measure could speed passage of an insurance bill authorizing Commonwealth control over life and fire and marine acts, requiring insurers to deposit security with the Registrar and standardizing forms. It aims to regulate life, fire, and marine insurance across states and extend Commonwealth powers. The bill, debated in the House of Representatives, is backed by Earle Page and complexity noted by government leaders.
The meeting of the council and the administration of local churches sparked protest. The Rev. S. W. Cox defended the oath and raised concerns about perjury and improper court actions amid calls for reform.
We want people to find what they are looking for at NewspaperArchive. We are confident that we have the newspapers that will increase the value of your family history or other historical research. With our 7-day free trial, you can view the documents you find for free.
People find the most success using advanced search. Try plugging in keywords, names, dates, and locations, and get matched with results from the entire collection of newspapers at NewspaperArchive!
You can also successfully find newspapers by these browse options. Explore our archives on your own!
Browse by location and discover newspapers from all across the world.
Browse by date and find publications for a specific day or era.
Browse old newspaper publications to find specific newspapers.