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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
May 08, 1935
Page
2
The Hales family of Byron Street Ewood Victoria express gratitude to all who sent cards expressions of sympathy after a recent bereavement. They acknowledge nurses doctors friends and relatives for kindness during this time.
Records note visits by medical and optical practitioners to Sydney at 1 pm on a Wednesday in May. The town has hosted Mr FL Clark and associates Fy & Bawnaciovon ciMireo at 388 George Street. Details are fragmented but indicate professional outreach and a local pharmacy reference.
A fragmented report from the Commonwealth Public Service Union outlines requests for allotments of prizes paid by members and schedules for quarterly distributions. The High Council discusses staff shortages in the Public Service Department and notes ministerial pressure amid Victoria state elections, urging proper administration and safeguards for government property and personnel.
Sydney by Air Western Air Transport Ltd announces daily service from Martin Place to Canberra and Mascot with schedules showing departures at 10 15 am and 2 15 pm. Bookings for Goulburn and Tumut through Canberra offices at 100 Civic Centre.
Forecast indicates scattered clouds with isolated showers and mist in places, mild daytime temperatures, and improving conditions later. North east winds shift to north west and become fresh squally, with possible changes to eerie or cooler weather later in the day.
The Supreme Court faces key decisions on New Deal laws tied to the National Industrial Recovery Programme. While some rulings upheld emergency measures, others challenged legislature, signaling a shift between crisis response and respect for constitutional limits.
A fragmented OCR row notes a student committee arranging many entertainments and a large ticket count. It mentions a festive display with decorative balloons and a bell quartet, alongside an official party plan and a British element.
In Canmenha area observations show thermometer readings around 9 am and 3 pm with temperatures near 1 degree and 42 degrees on different scales. Wind directions shift through the day with moderate gusts recorded, alongside miscellaneous measurements of atmospheric pressure and humidity.
A grand garden party at Government House Canberra honored the silver jubilee of Their Majesties. Notables from politics and society attended, including the Prime Minister and many ministers, military officers, clergy, and numerous distinguished guests.
A Canberra Capitol Theatre Jubilee programme, sponsored by the Commonwealth Government, raises funds for maternity and infant welfare in the Territory. Lady Taraca attends a varied show with dances, choirs, and a film, featuring Gordon Harker and Betty Balfour, celebrating King George and royal history.
Officials of the Australian Women's National League in Tasmania urge the Jubilee appeal to safeguard maternity. They propose expanding Bush Nursing Centres into more states, improving housing near industrial centers, better meals for farm hands, and enhanced school hygiene and biology instruction to prepare girls for married life.
The midweek pennant competition continues with three grades set. Northbourne will host home matches and promises an intergrading clash in A grade. In B Grade, Retd faces radon and Yarraumis takes on Afvalle. in C Grade Forrest meets Barton with several players named, while Braddon and Yartattimia also appear in the standings.
The Many Cup draw was held last night at Quaabeyke. Queanbey Ye plays Yikda on June 26, while holders meet Cromewell. Vokhers face Mirrowa, Mulders meet Goulburn on June 30, and Aalders clash with Mungwedara.
The death occurred at Causeway Way Canberra on Friday of Catherine Mary Calfehan aged around twenty with married life indicated. interred in the Roman Catholic section of Queanbeyan Cemetery. Also reports motor car collision death of Mr George Hatch, born in Gooninderra, aged about, with funeral at Parkes Catholic Cemetery. survivors include several sons and daughters and local relatives in Canberra and Queanbeyan.
A levee at Parliament House in Canberra yesterday morning drew Acting Prime Minister 11 Maca Juice and other senior figures. State ministers and military officers lined the hall as Governor-General Sir Isaac Leuace presided, with extensive attendance from ministers, officials, and ceremonial staff.
The Johnson Cup team selections for the second game this Saturday are announced with players listed for Forrest and Biaddon venues. City Club players are expected to be present at both greens though not in their usual lineup.
High officials including Captain LS Bracegindie and Lieutenant Hutt attended a government gathering at King's Hall Parliament House Zanbhetvs to commemorate the Silver Jubilee of King George V and Queen Mary. A formal party, viewing of a charity concert, and a reception followed at Government House Canberra with notable guests Mrs T. Roith and Mrs A. Street among attendees. Continuous coverage notes the Prime Minister’s entourage and local newspaper by Christaper Jinn in Canberra.
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