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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
May 24, 1935
Page
4
The Canberra Times announces advertising services and subscription rates for the Commonwealth region. It lists prices for subscriptions and booking rates, with a network of agents in Canberra Queanbeyan Bungendore Cooma and Werabo. The paper notes daily home delivery in Canberra and Queanbeyan before other papers.
The report lists rainfall measurements for Canberra by month from January to May including daily figures and temperature highs and lows. It notes the year to date totals and compares to prior monthly totals, with remark on rainfall fluctuation and weather patterns.
Their Excellencies the Governor General and Lady Isaacs, with personal staff, will meet in Canberra this evening. Mrs K. W Street and Miss Belinde Street have left Government House, Canberra. Mr W. M. Fogg's appointment to the Pharmacy Board of the Australian Territory has been approved.
A Canberra Times front features a high level discussion on Empire Day. The article reflects on Britain's imperial history from Roman invasion to the Commonwealth era, praising free nations and shared progress. It emphasizes consolidation, universal brotherhood, and peaceful cooperation as future goals.
Arrangements are made for a civic welcome to His Excellency the Governor Alexander Hore-Ruthven during a June 7 visit. A civic luncheon will be hosted at Hotel Canberra with prominent local officials present. The light Horse troops are unable to participate in the parade due to conditions noted by observers.
The Legacy Ball at St Gregory's Hall Queanbeyan on Friday June 7 is nearing completion. Arrangements include novel decorations and music by Pogeon's Orchestra under the patronage of His Grace Sir Alexander Meere Ruthven and Lady Hore Ruthven with guests from all parts of the district.
The report notes the possibility that the Minister for Agriculture Mr Main and Mrs Mein might be able to make the rip on June 7, indicating a potential attendance by officials in Queanbeyan. The reference centers on ceremonial or procedural involvement rather than a resolved action.
At a Queanbeyan Municipal Council meeting an officer from the Public Works Department told how a Federal authorities deal with the effluent from the Queanbeyan sewerage scheme, the outfall in Federal territory. W W Hedges conveyed that work would proceed soon and tenders for concrete pipes would be called within a week. The Mayor’s proposed June 7 first sod is unlikely to occur before plans are further advanced.
A plan for street and park beautification was discussed by Queanbeyan Municipal Council. Proposals include shrubs and trees along Balcombe Street, fencing near the bowling green area, and ornamental plantings with Mr. Colman volunteering ornamental trees. Central and angle parking in Monaro and Crawford Streets were approved with notices required. no parking areas near petrol pumps to improve access for motorists.
A Queanbeyan hospital secretary and Glebe Park Tennis Club secretary complained of stock wandering and causing damage. Ald Freebody called it a difficult issue and noted most problems occur at night when rangers are absent. The council decided to prosecute owners who allow stock to wander within the municipality.
The Town Clerk notes general mie collections were higher than last year while other charges were largely unchanged or worse. A major drain on the General Fund prompts a recommendation to pause further expansion. Electricity sales for 1823 and 1834 differ sharply with distribution losses. Depreciation and works under construction are outlined for next meeting.
During the past three weeks four diphtheria cases were reported to the Health Doctor in charge Mr Kirwan as part of ongoing public health efforts. The notice outlines required measures and community precautions to control the outbreak.
The Department of the Interior rejected newspaper claims that rooms and personal belongings at Hotel Kurrajong and Gorman House are routinely searched for missing cutlery and crockery. Acting secretary J A Carnodus said dining room items are taken only from residents, and wardrobes or guests’ personal belongings are not searched. He noted the manageress oversees the establishments and may enter rooms as part of normal operation to ensure guest comfort.
At a meeting in London, Mr Lyons arranged for shipowners to discuss freights for Australian primary products with Mr Thorby. Sir Alan Andersen noted past reductions and warned that shipowners' finances are poor, calling for serious consideration before further cuts.
The manageress is responsible for maintaining efficiency among staff including bedrooms and for the custody of valuable equipment. Inspections require returning any Commonwealth property found in the dining room to its proper place. Past losses from boarding establishments have been reduced by tighter checks and retrieval of equipment in Canberra.
Eleven candidates succeeded from forty eight who sat for the fourth division typists examination in Canberra on May 11. The list includes Marguerite Turner Leila Felgreen Rania Rabina Doris Pepper and others. Successful candidates will be appointed to Canberra departments immediately.
Sydney's leading jockey Pratt has had his riding permit withdrawn by the AJC Committee under racing rule 14a with no stated reason. Once a top rider with 69 metro wins in nine months, Pratt was suspended since April 24 after prior incidents including interference in the Cumberland Plate and a questioned bet on Money Spin. The move signals a tougher stance by the controlling body against misconduct and may presage further actions against leading riders.
Justice Lukin will sit in Sydney to announce his decision in the Notaras v Cassidy matter following a proclamation in the Commonwealth Gazette, with the session held at the Supreme Court of the Australian Capital Territory building.
The Health Officer said about 640 children received diphtheria immunization with treatment costing around 6/4 per head. Total treatment was near £200, £70 paid to the council, and about half the children had already been treated.
The Queanbeyan Ratepayers and Citizens' Association drew attention to Sweet Briar and other noxious plants spreading on the river bank between the traffic bridge and the old suspension bridge in Enst Queanbeyan. The mayor suggested deferring action to the next meeting, and the suggestion was agreed.
Commonwealth fears Victoria and Queensland may prod rice toward iron production amid overstock worries. NSW presently controls rice output via the Murray Irrigation Area, with 8 563 tons exported in 1933 34 and 224K acres under production in 1922 33. The Agricultural Council will discuss apple grading standards and export controls alongside rice policy and shipping plans.
With Jubilee Day near, Empire Day activities in Canberra are scaled back. Telopea Park pupils read addresses while the high school hosts Rev Dr Waldock. Ainslie pupils present plays and songs, Hall program features Hon T M Shakespeare, and parents are invited.
Queanbeyan’s squad to defend the Massy Cup against Canberra 08 on Sunday includes Norton McIntyre Neilson Kay Gale Swan Rowley Phillips Gumley Swan McCauley Blandon Rhumack with Rowley as reserve. North City and South City selections listed for Manuka Oval match with ground arrival by 2.45 pm and South City lineup including Gow ing Newman Shesa Meyers McGrath Owens O'Brien Norton Hawke Mayo Grant Lambert Reserves Ongley and Jim.
The decision to call a public meeting on establishing an Ambulance unit in Queanbeyan was left to the Mayor with power to act.
Mr Justice Lukin heard Sydney defense and plaintiff counsels this week. He is expected to announce the decision soon regarding the Canberra hearing location and whether Sydney cases will continue to be tried in Canberra.
Williams proposed an allocation of liquor and goods for the needy in line with recent procedures. A motion to implement the plan was carried, directing distribution to deserving individuals per established practice.
Printed and published by Christopher John Shakespeare for the Capital Press of Australia at Mort Street Braddon Canberra. The notice appears as an offer by the company and identifies the publisher and location.
Three men injured in a boiler room blast at Hancock and Gore timber mill in Brisbane. A water screen and steel chute were hurled from the furnace as others escaped with minor injuries.
New England Airways plans to extend the Sydney Brisbane service to Townsville with stops at Maryborough Rockhampton and Mackay. A schedule for the 750 miles Kane to Townsville is under consideration and one of the new Monospar three passenger planes will be used.
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