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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
May 21, 1931
Page
3
Property notice seeking removal of weatherboard cuttace with particulars to W J Terry Hulder Farrar Street Braddon Fendant owner description details to Gunn Kingston Also a Ladies permanent hair wave offer Eugene oil method advertised by Miss Hamilton contact Youngs gu cimi Phone 201.
Sydney Wemenday reports the Shires Conference urged federal and state governments to suspend all awards as a means to aid unemployed workers. Councillor Houston and Townsent contradict this, arguing policy changes require public opinion and potential future governments. The conference hopes a poll among the unemployed would push quicker action.
R S and S L A Canberra Diggers report Defence Department acknowledgment of a guard of honour proposal with Military Board conditions pending. They announce a lecture by Colin Mackenzie on May 26 at the Institute of Anatomy and a gala Capitol Theatre picture night on June 2 funded by Austral. Film and Capitol Theatre management support. Essay prizes for Anzac Day to feature framed Ange landing pictures from Major J Treloar.
The Dominion Bureau of Statistics reports February butter imports totaling 2,142,000 pounds. New Zealand and Australia are noted among trading partners, with Ottawa cited as the source of the data.
Canberra Golf Club plans a weekend program with 16 players facing Waterloo Cup contenders. Mr F Adams of Goulburn sponsors the trophy. matches to be held in the afternoon, with early notice requested. Ken and Bridge Party announced for Saturday evening at the sub House.
A farewell afternoon for Mrs J W Kell of the Croquet Club was held on the lawn at Hotel Canberra. Members and guests gathered as Mrs Kell, leaving Canberra for Keone, was honored with tea and best wishes from club president Mrs Mullthsen and ex-president Jay Garran.
More than 40 ladies attended Mra. J. W. Kelf's farewell at the Hotel Canterra on a Thursday afternoon. She received a violets and mignonette bouquet and a set of Doulton Ware, lamenting leaving friends but hoping to visit Canberra again. A musical program featured several performers, with numerous ladies and Miss Sharwood and McColl among the attendees and Mrs J. Sheridan organizing.
An advertisement touts Emerald Ol as a powerful germicide that quickly reduces varicose veins and swollen veins. It claims fast improvement with a two ounce original bottle and promises old cases to be absorbed, with sales by chemists in Canberra and Queanbeyan.
Melbourne detectives detained a man late last night over the £10000 Canberra mall robbery. He was questioned for hours and charged at the City Waterhouse as detectives seek further jewellery and notes.
A controversial state bill for the coal industry is introduced amid heated debate over regulation and workers rights. Proponents push provisions to regulate mining operations while opponents warn of partisan bias and potential clashes with unions and employers.
In Sydney a police sergeant is suspended during a four department inquiry into a claim he took a bribe of £110. The allegation comes from a constable who says the money was passed during a hotel license application by a capital brewery. The sergeant denies the charge and counters that the constable demanded money.
New Zealand beat MCC by 122 runs at Lord's, building a case for a new era in national cricket. Notable performances include Howling, Jardine, and Merritt with key contributions as the hosts posted a strong first innings and defended a sizable total.
An assembly led by Marchant discusses declining attendance at dalis and turn to church for answers. Rev Flavkimart, moderator, and Very Rev John Walker urge a united eight day effort to draw people back to Christian worship.
A misread OCR fragment reports a deadly barn collapse involving a farmer and his wife. Earth reeks and a cave-in trap workers, with authorities investigating the disaster. The text is garbled but centers on a rural accident and its fatal outcome.
Hall Club withdraws from the Canberra Rugby League district competition due to a lack of players. Only three district teams remain, leaving one bye each Saturday. A weekly cup match is expected. Canberra Fire Brigade coaching and junior rugby league control measures are noted, with A Morgen appointed secretary to the league.
A Melbourne venue is planned for the national games with a tentative week of events across athletics swimming rowing boxing wrestling and other disciplines. The federation committees will recommend the site and schedule for a window next January.
Mr Paterson reported from the Prime Minister that farmers and horticultural implement users were told yesterday that reduced prices would take effect from March 32. They noted ongoing reductions and that many lending specialists would price lower than ever before while still offering ordinary allowances when applicable and that prices remained free of sales tax.
William Jaenes, bound for Adelaide under guard, escaped from a moving train near Gloucester in early morning. He eluded pursuit into rugged countryside but was recaptured before 1 a.m. at Mount Gunzat, three miles from the escape site. Police alerted after a witness betrayed his movements.
The Court of Appeal quashed the conviction and death sentence of Liverpool scientific lecturer William Wallace for his wife's murder. The ruling cited trial fairness issues and noted the case was one of the few death sentences overturned. The Bishop of Liverpool welcomed the decision amid cathedral prayers and public reaction.
The world’s oldest man, Zaranga, fainted during a rare medical outing in London. Doctors note his heart remains sound and show no immediate cause for concern.
Parliament to discuss the sugar report of the investigating committee for one day as government planned. Mr Latham raised questions about duration and Mr Boullin indicated only one ordinary sitting is planned for the debate.
The Tamia towed in three Queenscliff fishermen stranded after their vessel wrecked during a voyage near New York and Vietnam. The men faced privation and were rescued at port after a perilous stranding.
A printed notice states it is published by OC for Shakespeare for the Federal Capital Treas of Australia Ltd at the company’s registered office in Alnalie, Canberra.
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