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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
May 06, 1935
Page
4
The Canberra Times publishes a publishing notice with details about subscription rates and pricing, including within Commonwealth rates, and lists contacts in the Canberra Hotel and local agencies. It references locations in Canberra and Queanbeyan and mentions Kennedy and Sons as associated firms.
Readings show barometer around 29.9 inches with a 3 pm 29.9. Temperatures near 48 high and 34 low on Saturday. Sunday forecasts include 40s to 50s with easterly to northeast winds and a possible nightly low near 30s.
A Jubilee Fund appeal reports about 80 000 in land contributions to support maternal welfare and humane services. The Commonwealth Government has pledged 50 000, with major gifts from New South Wales Victoria and other states. A direct business appeal has raised around 700 pounds so far and more donations are expected as the campaign continues nationwide.
Schedule shows Western Transpt airline daily Sydney Canberra service from Mascot with departures at 9.00 am and 6 490 pm and arrivals at 5 15 pm and 5 45 pm. MONDAYS and FRIDAYS add an extra Canberra trip to GOULBURN and TUMUT with bookings.
Germany denounces the Franco Soviet pact amid rising tensions. The Paris and Berlin fronts warn of potential responses as European alignments shift. Officials critique the deal as destabilizing while diplomats seek restraint to avert broader conflict.
Forecast calls for scattered showers along the seaboard with mist in the eastern areas and otherwise fine spells. Warmer trend develops with increasing cloud in the south west and southern districts, followed by more showers. Coastal winds from the south east to east, inland winds north east and freshening.
Morning mist and fog greet Canberra with frost on tablelands. The day warms with milder temperatures and morning cloud. A south east to north east breeze freshens in the afternoon.
The Canberra Times marks the Silver Jubilee of King George VI and Queen Mary praising the anthem as a unifying prayer of the Commonwealth. It lauds Their Majesties devotion to subjects worldwide and the King Queen as a pattern of modern chivalry and service.
A fragmentary text outlines a Jubilee Memorial appeal honoring maternity and infant welfare in Australia. It mentions Notable guests Governor General and Lady, praise for the Jubilee Memorial Appeal, and call to support maternal and infant welfare amid wartime or postwar conditions.
In Sydney a 13 year old, Abert Mayra of Botany, was admitted to Royal Prince Hospital with a knife wound to the back. An 18 year old youth from Sarvs district was arrested and questioned over grievous bodily harm.
A chaotic flood disaster in Brazil claims around 400 lives and affects Behin and surrounding ports. Rivers overflow, transportation halts, and thousands are displaced or injured as authorities mobilize volunteers and military aid for rescue and relief operations amid widespread damage and economic disruption.
Perry overcame Austin Lonnon in a five-set men’s singles match at Rourmonth, rallying after losing the first two sets. The final scores read 36 62, with Perry turning the tide late to secure the win.
A garbled OCR of a Horse Jubilee with references to officials, schedules, and parade events. Mentions Hunting, four abreast formations, balloons, and athletic displays. Indicates an annual program with prizes, races, and a military or civic procession. Details are unclear due to text quality but center on a district racing and parade celebration.
In a long Saturday Pennant tennis card the club saw many close battles with several 6-4 and 6-3 style sets. Notable wins came from Northbourne and Ginninderra challengers as players from Ainslie, Reid, and Barton posted solid results while others faced tough losses in a crowded schedule.
Rev Dr Waldleck discusses Christian economy as essential to salvation and progress. He argues wealth should serve God, condemns waste, and cites Jesus’ parables about talents as guiding how to use gifts for communal good.
CAPE TOWN Saturday reports fear of drift to war as reports of a motorcycle accident near Canberra road South Africa recount the casualties. General Smuts argues Britain France and Italy seek peace while European troubles loom and Africa faces possible involvement.
A major blaze damaged a large warehouse in Sydney with two tower floors affected. Fire crews worked to prevent spread while occupants evacuated and water was pumped to the vicinity.
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