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Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

May 29, 1934

Page

2

Canberra Lear visit disrupted by transport delays

In the King’s Birthday visit to Canberra, Mestre KL Hicks and Mahoney face travel issues as excursion rates unavailable. Secretary A C Boyle to arrange tickets at excursion prices with railway authorities. A Sunday schedule lists a North Sydney Post Office gathering at 10 am then a theatre trip.

Ssimy Canberae Lear Mestre KL Hicks North Sydney Circular Guay Mungrave

House Ransacked on Weekend Visit in Newport Area

Thieves struck a home of Mr and Mrs Wilfred Peena of Moainan during a weekend visit, ransacking rooms and forcing drawers and cabinets. Valuable items reported missing include cut gems, cutlery, household ornaments, silverware, and Panmin's trophies from his Royal Motor Yacht Club membership.

Rydney Wilfred Peena Moainan Paasay Panmin Clu

Canberra Police Boutti Wiled and Commissioner Exchange

Fragmentary OCR mentions Canberra Police and Commissioners Boutti Wiled and Muncy Kay with a Victoria Police Commissioner reference. Text is unreadable and incomplete. Further details unavailable in readable portion.

Boutti Wiled Mr. Childs Amirtagt Communisioner Muncy Kay Ti le Commissioner of Police of Victoria Ceneral

Weather update for tableland with clouds and mist

Cloudy and showery conditions prevail chiefly on the tableland with misty spells and a cold night. Fogs form across tablelands as fresh southeast to southwest winds shift, bringing unsettled conditions ahead.

War and Civilization Echoes in Ages of Chivalry

The article argues that myths of noble savagery and chivalry fade under historical study. It cites Sorokin and Golovin on 2,400 years of European wars, showing rising conflict with civilization, fueled by gunpowder and invention. War persists and may intensify, threatening civilization and demanding moral action to avert broader terror.

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Japanese Cars May Enter World Markets

A historical report discusses potential Japanese motor car entry into global markets including Australia and Holland. It notes joint Allied industry links, U S involvement, and the impact of cheap Japanese labor on early vehicle production costs, including details about factory setup and the role of educated interpreters.

Australia Star Furans Dieclow Butt Arto Tmobile Sir Hene Deweeding Royal Duteh-shell Group of Oil Companion Fot Uvae Japan Holland Dutch East Indies United States of ‘America Finusciora Dulien Wo United Surten Amertes Ami Pusitico United States U.S.A Ithetbry

Artificial wool doubts surface after Tokyo factory plans

A Tokyo factory may soon begin artificial wool production, according to a Japanese representative of the industry. He argues artificial wool is inferior to natural fibers, cites samples, and notes a Japanese syndicate bought soft fibers for further development, though full ramping may not be ready yet.

Heywald Wle

Wife's death by own action verdict renewed inquest

A coroner's inquest revived the verdict of suicide into the death of Ayme Blaine Marron aged 34 who was found dead May 1. Claude Varniar testified the car struck a wall and Mrs Marron fired a pistol after a struggle following a disturbance at Varulaffin residence. The jury accepted the shooting was self inflicted and returned the verdict of suicide. Local police reported no further clues and the case is closed.

Bydney Ayme Blaine Marron Claude Varnir Mra Fucron Pata Hail Varlunafin Lindtiela Mra Marler

Injury Report From Coroner Probes In Brain Fever Case

An excerpted report notes a head injury and history of brain fever in a woman, described as excitable. Her husband, Shares Auveart Washington Hanon, appears in the fragment with legal procedure mentioned. The coroner ordered two later post mortems in cover.

Auveart Washington Hanon

Control of Street Traffic Under Trial in New York

A terse report notes that control of street traffic is now under trial in New York. Authorities test new flow methods amid urban congestion as residents assess impacts on commuting times and safety.

New York

Sweating of Hospital Nurses Sparks Canberra Debate

Public Service Board faced calls to restore nurse wages and cap weekly hours at Canberra Hospital. Medical superintendent Dr Nott urged adherence to a £1800 yearly minimum and 48-hour week, citing probationary pay inadequacies and staff shortages. A stove safety issue in the kitchen was also raised as urgent remedial action.

Nott Canberra Somerville J. T Gondwin CH. McFadyen Ainister For Health Federal Capital Territory J. 4. L. Cumpston Tenal White Burke Murae Department of the Interior Goodwin Itwna General Hospital Uhe W. G. Piper Slater Chamber of Gunmerce Angiowe Chamlat Fe Moater Chamiata

Canadian Measure A and the new economic control proposal

The text outlines a broad government plan named Canadian Measure A regulating production and sale of natural products across provinces. It proposes a Marketing Board to oversee branding, pricing, licensing, and export control, aiming to ensure fairer pricing and reduce competition from outside interests. The proposal’s scope covers agriculture and natural resources, with central authority to regulate imports and the marketing of certain commodities.

Marc Hamént Janeing Canada Reiculaiel Fonde

Eight Native men arraigned for murder of prospectors in Darwin

In Supreme Court Eight Native men face murder charges over the November killings of Addy Koch and an expedition party at Fitamandive river. Prosecutor Mr Harring described the incident as gruesome and horrifying with attackers using fear before the victims could defend themselves.

Darwin Richt Aberheines Supreme Court Addy Koch Fitamandive Kock Stephen Arinaki Prashwetine Ware Fineon Mzain Harring

Petrol Inquiry at City Club Melbourne Delays Proceedings

A Melbourne petrol inquiry session at City Club was marred by confusion and alleged perjury claims. Witnesses including Vernor Amith and Slater faced questions as inspectors sought to clarify ration duties and fuel usage amid transport disruptions.

Melbourne Vernon ‘Amith Evnerat Marazer Tre Omy Iit Shanwaad Pires Frown Petar Belettreys Snn Hotta Rovers Lone Mth Pear Warne Yatet High Love Dea

Wool Display Gift From Geelong For Institute Of Anatomy

A Geelong gift to the Institute of Anatomy showcases dusty merino wool and signals advances in wool science. Canberra’s Gordon Institute and the MacArthur centum exhibit plan, led by Sir Colombe Mackennie, feature a crossbred wool descendant of the original Mat line and a claim of cultural significance. The display aims to promote wool’s evolution and its potential to inspire new study, tying Australian achievement to Canberra’s science initiatives.

MacArthur Juan Canberra Gordon Geeling Victoria Institute of Addon Ganar Squseum Greaay MacArthur-Dunslow Poole Austr Ames Colle Mackennie Ube Kalin South Altes

Industrial Recovery Patent Index Seeks International Protection

The report outlines regional and Commonwealth patent applications as nations push for stronger protection of trademarks and inventions. It notes proposals for registration of textiles, crockery, and clothing, with factories urging adoption to curb imitation. Japan and Austria are cited among major applicants, signaling a broad push to secure rights amid global negotiations. The text references Manchukuo and overseas talks shaping future patent regimes.

Commonwealth Patens Oleg Canberra New Dei Lextiler Sir Hains Ty Algna Austria Af Valgan Japan

Rugby League Match With Group 7 In View Of Cancellation

In view of the cancellation of the Queanbeyan Canktre Masay Cup next Sunday a rugby league match with Group 7 is arranged. Abe Kisea is named to lead the taukie Group fea on the Bhawsround with players from several centres in the group. Canberra protests continue over the cancellation of the 2upixture wrapted by Group 1 and the Country Football League.

Abe Kisea Willlay Saainol Taukie Fea Canberra

King’s Birthday Meeting at Rivanbeyan

A record entry for the Rivanbeyan ant Pini Courving Monpital Bonwit meeting on Monday June 4 outlines programs including the Apps Trophy for maiden and bred dogs with heats and prizes. Open Mallon for he ore to be eradet and Monaro Maiden for sikhi approved dogs. Entries close at 5 pm May 1 and 6 pm.

Rivanbeyan Ant Pini Monpital Bonwit Apps P. Avia Kou Monaro Bol

Portins Recognition in Canberra Ceremony

Ambiguous note from the Ministry Interior mentions J. A. Portins and officials attending a recognition event. The fragment references the Canberra ceremony, a secretary, and various named figures, though context and full names are unclear.

Ade J. A. Portins Ministry Interior Murray Canberra G. Berriman Bigmont Laotavy Hemingway Mustenta Lavy

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