Thanks for cards and sympathy in Canberra
Mra J D Lyons thanks relatives and friends for cards and expressions of sympathy. Special thanks to Rev Rettor Dannibia Dr Holl Mr Bal Carmine and Mn Matai Medea Morrison CPvale for support.
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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
May 18, 1934
Page
4
Queanbeyan and District Mail Delivery Notice
Government and local authorities arrange home delivery service for The Canberra Times across Queanbeyan and surrounding district. Daily newspaper distribution to all subscribers at orderly times, with home delivery by arrangement.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Te Beata
Canberra
Queanbeyan
Weather records from Canberra May 12 1086
Barometer reading at 0430 hours 30.45 inches. Temperatures show 06 at 0220 hours 63 at 0940 hours. Rainfall records for the period are listed with notes on daily measurements and minimum temperatures.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Canberra
Kanara
Arms embargo debate roils South American war
The Gran Chaco conflict between Bolivia and Paraguay has drawn international attention. A British proposal to the League of Nations calls for an arms embargo to curb foreign support for the war, though enforcement depends on League and non League states.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bolivia
Paraguay
Gran Chaco
League of Nations
South America
Geneva
League
Paris
United States
Britain
Queanbeyan Division Considers Censorship Year Event
A chaotic OCR fragment mentions Queanbeyan events, a hospital, and a person named Raoul. The text hints at a divisional matter and censorship, with unclear details about today’s activities or invitation, lacking coherent facts or dates.
Local Golf Contest Opens With Notable Entries
A garbled notice lists participants including Mrs Humphet and Mrs Hererwood among others. The event features several named competitors such as Campbell, Abraham, Watson, Janson, and Ny Ruflow. Competition rules promise serial challenges and will close on September 30 with collection details to follow.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
G. Gardiner
Mina N. Tulle
A. Marming
Humphet
Auomabayan
Cagtairs Bale
Aia Honnhiind
Sir Webb
Mra
Hererwood Yi Mia Webl
Hurman
Sian
Shanice
Godires
Campbell
Abraham
Watson
Sirs
Janson Y
Miukenuti
Land Bowl contest teased on Sunday amid unclear notes
Fragmentary text describes a Sunday event titled Land Bowl with mentions of Gregory Taylor and Lewia 47 in Kansas, but the fragmentary source limits clarity on purpose and participants.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tie Moore
Propity Trom
Combann Peste
Gregory Taylor
Lewia
Unclear court record of debt and drunkenness case in Monaro
A garbled court note from Queanbeyan Court lists Patri Ryen, aged 62, owed 30 shillings in Pavenavbevin Court. Found drunk in Monaro Hlreok. Defendant, with prior convictions, was given days to pay.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Br. O
C Hak
Pavenavbevin
Suatheay
Patri Ryen
Monaro
Previo
Trial at Goulburn CUTAN and Threay today ends in questioned payments
A murky trial at Goulburn concerns CUTAN Threay and Heurine figures, detailing alleged schemes to obtain funds from Arthur Menry Miehanmuon and others. The proceedings focus on dockside transactions, forged or disputed dockets, and a sequence of payments totaling around 800 pounds, with witnesses testifying to irregular cash handling and the pursuit of repayment.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
pHeney Williwas
RaoBey
Jearate
Renee
Wwe
Lake
Divorce Decision in Sydney Court Shows Desertion as Key Ground
In a Sydney divorce proceeding, Wanda Hatlington seeks relief against Walter James Hannington citing desertion. The decree grants permission for remarriage after separation, while evidence hints at a child custody debate and continued absence of the estranged husband from Melbourne. The judge notes a prior reconciliation attempt failed and warns of ongoing marital fault.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sydney
Javane
Jen
Wanda Hattineton
James Huntineton
Frederic Mairi
Melbourne
Honington
Tuind
Mae
Hannington
Relief Work Manpower Cuts Stir Local Council
The Department of Labour and Industry directs that only 21 workers be sent to the Municipal Council for relief duties despite protests. Some workers are in special circumstances but the council received no official response to their protest last week as the ministerial return to Labour and Industry remains awaited.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Department of Labour and Industry
Faye
Emiament
Oaline
Marytina Wirdy
Lavoe Ant Industry
Punalncham
Deesent
Bala
Hawkers Ordinance Amended Application Details
The amended ordinance sets fees for the sale of agricultural produce and related goods in the city area. It specifies charges for salt fuel milk vegetation and other items and outlines where fees apply within the town limits.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
St. Ouumlde
43 Arrested in Two-Up Raid in Sydney Factory
Sydney police tonight raided a Surry Hills factory amid alleged two up gambling. Forty-eight suspects were arrested, many of them reportedly continuing the game after the raid and showing no sign of disorder.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sydney
Surry Falla
RIDDLE OF RHODESIA AIDING RUINED WORLD GOLDFIELD
The South African Government investigates the supposed ruins of Zimbabwe Rhodesia. Reports describe a mysterious city with towering ruins and the legend of a goldfield once linked to Solomon. The narrative hints at a vivid, uneasy starlit atmosphere around the ancient structures.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kimbabwe
Rhodesia
Zimbabwe
London Inn Relic on the Move After Great Fire Loss
A historic London inn long tied to Sir Matthew Hale and the Chancery lawyers faces disappearance. The building, once serving law students for centuries, sits amid schemes to replace it with a development, with ownership and rent histories dating back to Edward VI and Hobart. The hall’s legacy, linked to the Great Fire of London, ends as plans proceed around 1900.
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Courin of Chancery
Cifford’s Inn
London
Bf Dunslas-In-the
Jupe
Matthew Hale
Hobart
Citta Bar
Cumberland
Edward Ty
Succamore
Apa
Foie Nelson
Proparty
Petrol Inquiry Details Confusing Report From Melneutee
An unclear transcript describes a petrol inquiry with references to Melneutee and various individuals, including Antay and Wigs, noting refusals to supply and alleged evidence before a commission. The text mentions witnesses and a request to continue selling petrol at 17 a gallon, with disputes over supply and potential impact on Victoria. The record is fragmentary and difficult to parse.
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Gallem
Weil
Miey
Mulan Anthy
Manis
Sant Ha
IE Cox
Baron Retules
Roanarer
Victoria
Hw Boll Company
Petroh
Tven Fevidones Vwforeiy Commisasion
Arthur Dorkin
Tyidva
Vaehonn
Insurance profits return at state office report
Government notes a surplus as insurers report profits and a surplus of 400 in government policy revenue. Officials acknowledge amendments in the state assembly and communications with the public discuss insured funds and policy adjustments amid regulatory scrutiny.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Turing
Xeant Wlm
Police Court Indecent Behaviour Case Report
Police court records detail an indecent behaviour case against Wiltford Vincent Camphall Cas in Canberra. The offence involved a claret incident with alleged connections to a Farjo list. witnesses included JFM Goodwin and J Cavk, with changed rosters and recaptured items noted.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wiltford Vincent — Camphall Cassleuner
Canberra
Halice Court
J FM Goodwin
Bedgeant
Ros
Eubed
Unclear charges against father and son cited at Sackett's Tow ers
The fragment records charges against a father and David N. B. Howman with a 14 day imprisonment sentence for the son and discharge of the father. It notes a bracelet like collar and witness experience in the case, with reference to Sackett's Tow eries.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
David Nicvo Rowstun
Faward Hownan
Werr
Darket
Bro
Peety
Sackett's Taweries
David N. B
Wool Sale Report From Sydney Markets
Sydney wool sale reports show a weaker selection with steady prices. German and French varieties led quotes with limited support from Yorkshire, Japan, and local mills as prices held from the previous day.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sydney
Thuratay
Yorkuhiro
Japan
Locaaing
Grezay Merine
Germany
Pilots Escape Death in All Collision London
Report from London describes a mid air collision involving two aircraft. Both planes suffered damage but the pilots managed to land safely at the nearest airfield. No injuries reported and authorities investigate the incident.
Bread and Milk Contract Set South Canberra
A contract for bread and milk supply was set in Canberra with Geckart's Bakerion noted for April 90. The move outlines terms for steady supply and pricing in the upcoming month.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Canberra
Geckart
Prohibition Question Hints at Uniform Policy Debate
An obscure clipping mentions the phrase no prohibition of political uniforms and references London Canberra Brmdden and a federal capital role. The garbled text suggests a newspaper blurb on uniforms in politics, possibly tied to a capital planning debate and a federal city. No clear events or dates are discernible.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tr C.F
Brmdden
Canberra
Luncheon at Government House in Canberra Hosts Notables
The Honourable Mr Justice, Mrs Ferguson, and Mr and Mrs Minos attended a luncheon with the Governor-General and Lady Tiasca at Government House, Canberra, yesterday, reflecting formal ties and social duties.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wegat
Justice
3. G. Ferguson
D.a ¥. Minos
Ina
Tiasca
Government House
Canberra
French Tennis Seeding Confused Amid Fractured Text
Fragmented OCR reports seeding orders and player names for a French tennis title. The garbled text references Wosknowfag, Brenn Austin, Yves Mahe and others, with scattered mentions of locations, sections, and crowd signals, lacking clear results or dates.
Davis Cup Hopefuls Highlight Turbulent Year
The article outlines fluctuating prospects in American tennis with uncertain results. It notes notable players and events, including Davis Cup ambitions, training challenges, and upcoming competitions shaping national chances this year.
First Bouts Next Friday at Hveanbeyan Club
The Pastimes Club schedules boxing bouts next Friday in Hveanbeyan at 8 pm under Mr Wie Snepde. Notable matchups include Chane Vardy versus Hentwoyde and junior welterweight Bamy son of Vweiorkl. The program promises extended bouts and new banking accommodations, with special attractions and notable locals in attendance.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wie Snepde
Hveanbeyan
Caumea Holl Westeriay
Ptm
Wba
Minin Haut
Chane Vardy
Hentwoyde
Wales
Welmut Cluiti
Slon
Aster Rail
de Richards
Uae
Bie Wacio
Curyyith
Wimblay
Ruashwanters Bay
Rvals
Chix
Wren Clyde Cameron
Flexi
St Gueantyson
Meg Laye
Nawlown
Pia
Yvonne
Benin
A. Blaale
Ullmanheyan
Queanbeyan
Che Wow Tamiour
Fragmented Market Report on Sheep and Lamb Prices
Readable parts show bids and prices for sheep and lambs amid weak demand. Several consignments indicate varying quotes across grades with examples like medium sorts at low shillings and specific items noted, though legibility is poor and details are fragmentary.
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