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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
May 08, 1931
Page
6
A heated debate raged as opposition and government members attacked Mr Lyons and the government. Speakers condemned betrayals of constituents, questioned leadership, and denounced the day’s conduct, with the sitting adjourned at 5 15 p m after a tense exchange.
Residents discuss rent relief linked to the Calboulte report amid debates on housing costs and government policy. The piece notes calls for increased Advisory Council powers and self government as key to addressing rent and housing concerns.
Avery representative gathering of buyers and international attendees attend a Canberra sheep sale with prices posted lower than previous. Wethers range around 4.6 while crossbreds and ewes show varied figures. company plans another sale in three weeks with details to be announced next week.
The Thursday sale at Flemington Baleyards showed firmer demand for prime heavy sheep and lambs, with good weather aiding activity. Cattle trading was dull with values generally weaker. best beef cattle remained firm in quality while ordinary stock lagged. Sheep and lambs ranged with wethers and ewes quoted around midrange, lambs at lighter rates.
Wheatley reports about 1 250 fat sheep and lambs sold on Wednesday. Market dull and easier 1s to 2s 6d for prime lambs and wethers. several consignments with prices listed. About 120 fat cattle forward. trade slow and about half a crown lower. multiple sellers named with varying lot prices.
London wool sales Wednesday saw 9126 bales offered including 2407 from New South Wales. About 7080 bales were sold. A strong showing of greasy merinos contrasted with a weak supply of other types. Prices remained steady.
Disjointed OCR text outlines players, scores, and clubs in a Canberra golf championship qualifier. Mentions multiple surnames and initials, with scattered references to venues, weather, and participants, but lacks a coherent narrative or clear results.
An OCR fragment describes accommodation options in Sydney including the Oriental Private Hotel with sections on location and pricing. It mentions weekly rates and a mailing address for obtaining a descriptive brochure. The text is garbled but references lodging details and availability through an office.
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