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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Oct 05, 1929
Page
4
The Canina weather note records barometric and thermometer readings for early morning and day. It lists a maximum, minimum and rainfall figures with scare text and garbled units, reflecting a historic but unreadable entry with several legible figures.
General coastal weather overview reporting milder day temperatures and variable winds turning northerly inland. Canberra and coastal areas expect fine weather with northerly winds shifting, while western regions face easterly to northeasterly winds and occasional showers.
The Chief Commissioner explains the commission faced appeals and valuation changes. He defends the commission’s handling of city land valuations, noting prior assessments, the role of the Board of Review, and the decision process leading to the January 1 values.
Weather synopsis reports three-quarter to overcast skies with misty rain in Victoria and western Australia. Calms and light westerly winds accompany light rain in several coastal areas. New South Wales shows frosts and calm conditions with scattered light rain offshore. South Australia and Western Australia record light scattered rain and variable winds. Queensland reports no data.
Rainfall at 9 am records scattered totals from multiple areas including Victoria and South Australia. Notable figures show Waratah 14 and Roshan 10 with several other towns reporting single to moderate amounts. Data covers Queensland Mackay and Cape Northumberland with gaps in New South Wales and Western Australia.
Sydney reports a Marine Court inquiry into a coaster's near foundering as the steamer Watderda’s master faced implications of navigation errors. Testimony noted a great risk of shipwreck without timely actions, with rescue efforts described as crucial amid the gale and storm conditions.
Fragmentary OCR notes describe a visit to the Canberra branch by several individuals and a referenced event at the Canberra Grammas Schott with various names and groups involved.
The Chief Commissioner rejects criticism of the Commission’s land value policy as unfair while acknowledging public unpopularity. The Canberra Times cites Lands Officer testimony that city lease valuations fell after 1927, with some blocks and suburbs showing reductions, yet rate assessments remained high. The article contrasts official statements with test cases in Griffith Acton and Amalie, noting little evidence of gains from prior valuations.
Fragmentary notes recount memory of a person named Hel with a vow of loyalty. The text mentions Germany and an event or memorial in 190. Wording is garbled but preserves names and themes of tribute and remembrance.
A fragmented report recalls interactions with German leaders and contemplates a state funeral. It notes attendance by key figures and proposes a special funeral march to honor the dead at a major ceremony.
Fragmentary text recalls Mr MacDonald’s public remarks about European evolution through wartime contact and the death of a figure named Brownmann, stressing memory, service, and a future need for patience and vindication.
In London, forces figure Sir Granville Wyre accuses Dr. Strememanie of faults, denying duty and urging reform. The account hints at public controversy and shifting loyalties among moderates while focusing on personal accountability and the state of governance.
Officials including Major eB dotnet and J. Mim at Methourne led a tense session with references to Defence Department matters. Proceedings touched on recruitment, trade and creational roles, with multiple mentions of committees, appointments, and upcoming meetings in October and November.
Fragmentary OCR text describes a church service event with names and times including seven oclock and evening hours. It mentions a person named James and locations unspecified, with unclear affiliations and additional items possibly indicating a sermon or ritual.
A fragmented wartime era church page lists services from Roman Catholic, Presbyterian, Methodist, Baptist, Church of Christ and Salvation Army. It mentions pastors and times for Sunday and evening services, with notes on ministerial staff and community religious events.
A garbled entry from Market News notes unsettled trade on Wall Street with mixed price actions. The report mentions uncertain gains, slight declines, and no clear leaders as investors weigh sentiment and data.
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