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Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

May 13, 1936

Page

2

War Memorial heavy artillery consignment arrives in Canberra

Three large guns from the Nalfar Museum are at Canberra Railway Station awaiting permanent display. The National War Memorial director Mr Treluar says about 26 pieces will form the complete collection with no rush to final placement. Technical details remain unavailable as guns are stored for inscription planning.

Nalfar Museu Canberra Nationsl Wa Munojim Trelowr Cartherrea Tony Iny Thei Ir Br. Treluar Hindenburg

Weather report for Canberra and Queanbeyan

Fragmentary weather notes show barometer readings, temperatures, and times for Canberra and Queanbeyan. Data appear incomplete with garbled values but indicate daily high and low temperatures, barometric pressure, and time stamps for observations.

Death Drama Star Takes Lead In Worth Waters

Mole Waren of Watson's Bay, 17, is cast as the lead in Death. Alice Feith, wel-Emawn stage, announces Territory comegign kaa bewr engaged to play the remewn e leading role Bane Grey in Hume 9 a orime im wwnitn Death. Cast details and venue to be announced.

Exdney Tomday Alice Feith Territory Kaa Bewr Bane Grey Hume Worth Waters Mole Waren Watson's Bay

Canberra Chamber to urge police control shift to Interior Dept

Canberra Chamber of Commerce debated police administration, urging transfer of Federal Capital police control from the Attorney General’s Department to the Department of the Interior. They discussed motor vehicle registration charges, proposed rate reductions for short term licenses, and traffic safety issues at key intersections.

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Call for New High School Building at Telopa Park

The Gauberra Times reports overcrowding at Telopea Park Intermediate High School due to rapid population growth and expansion of facilities. It warns that without timely provision of a new high school, continued delays will impair education and strain staff, with Canberra's program pressuring for next financial year.

Ie Seberin Schoo St Telopea Park Telopes Park N.S.W. Department of Education Nealy Telopen Park Melbourne Telopee Park Telopea Bath Aviedie Provivien Fos Canberra

Remarkable World War Film Presented to National War Museum

Fox Film Corporation will present a copy of The First World War to the National War Museum today, and it will be shown to members of Parliament. The documentary traces events a generation before hostilities and depicts people with direct bearing on the war’s start, using film from actual warfare and official sources.

National War Museum Fox Film Corporation

Growers' Losses debated by Canberra Chamber of Commerce

The Canberra Chamber of Commerce discussed delays in retail shop openings and set a 5.30 to 6.00 a.m. winter start. Officials cited shopkeeper canvassing for Civic Sendir and noted apathy among business people while urging Industrial Board action to enforce changes. Prices and margins for peas and tomatoes were reviewed, showing grower returns lagging behind retail pricing, with market garden production around £500,000 and an Industrial Board referral approved.

Canberra Strong Industrial Board Sydney Paris Lee Jarower Mr Watson New South Wales

Banking inquiry drifts through Moree evidence

The Deputy Mayor Mr Deakins testified before the Banking Commission today arguing that tank and wool firms were closely linked with foreign banks. He claimed land ownership shifts from individuals to companies and cited figures on export firms while noting the wheat market pressures.

Sydney Tunsday Moree Deakins Ifay Con Withoan Dehn

New Zealand Minister to Attend Canberra Council Meet

Acting Minister for Commerce Thorby stated the New Zealand Minister for Agriculture would accept the Commonwealth invitation to attend the Australian Agricultural Council Conference in Canberra, citing parliamentary pressure and the desire for full information on the matter.

New Zealand Australian Agricultural Council Canberra Thorby

Damages Awarded for Loss of Hand in Rotson Case

A jury awarded £1000 in the case of Matthew Edward Rotson whose hand was crushed at the company’s works. The court proceedings took place today as retrial compensation was considered for the injury.

Rydney Twesday Matthew Edward Rotson

Local Theater Seeks Cast for Nonbinary Roles

Theater company invites performers to audition for male and female roles with emphasis on inclusive representation. No prior private training required. experience spoken about as useful but not essential. Auditions scheduled next month at the city arts center.

New Moderator Urges Missions at Assembly

The new Moderator of the Presbyterian Church, Rev C E Turnbull of Canteens, appeals to the General Assembly for a stronger mission effort amid calls to share science and foreign race issues. His address stresses renewed preaching and wider outreach to reach distant peoples.

Aydney Presbyterian Church the Ray Turnbull General Assembly

London Dismissal Row and Australian Commons Debate

In London a heated exchange over the absence of the Attorney General and Trade Minister sparked a Prime Ministerial reply. Back in Canberra, Australian MPs pressed for explanations on sanctions, naval and defense provisions, and international trade negotiations with Italy and other nations. Members questioned ministerial duties, potential treaties, and the conduct of Japan talks, while party allies urged clarity on expenditures for a royal visit and public entertainments.

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Prime Ministers Visiting Book Debate in Parliament

A fragmented record shows MPs discussing Australia’s immigration policy, trade with America, and cultural influences. Speeches advocate stronger foreign cooperation, railway and docking facilities, and tourism promotion while condemning sensational literature and emphasizing national unity.

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