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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Oct 05, 1935
Page
2
A garbled weather bulletin shows scattered figures and times. Notable items include references to Inchon and measurements around 30.11 inches and 9 pm, with unclear names and locations. The readable portions suggest a forecast cadence but lack coherent data.
Fragmentary note cites Mexican rainfall figures and regional data. Unclear names and places appear garbled. No clear event or outcome to confirm beyond mention of rainfall terms.
Church schedule across Trinity and St Pauls Kingston lists early morning Holy Communion at 7 am and 8 am, Evensong and sermon, children’s service, and midweek services. Duties by Rev W Paulknor and Archdeacon Johnson, with services at Exon and Sotton villages and McKnight SH.
Dr L W Nott blasts milk oversupply and consumer discontent in Canberra. He notes promises of cheaper milk and better distribution failed and urges action at the Advisory Council meeting. Public notices list local church devotions and times.
Secretary Mr. Greenwood of the Canberra Dairy Society Ltd stated yesterday that there is nothing to say or publication regarding the complaints about the Canberra milk supply.
The Presbyterian Church announced that Reverend Turnbull will preach at the Pearl City chapel, with potential readings from local poets and a discussion to follow. The event invites community members and emphasizes fellowship.
Fragmentary OCR text outlines a church gathering with names Rev Innes Thomann Sacra Heh and several attendees. Mentions Tuesday or Wednesday schedule, evening service at 4 pm, notes of hymns and anthems, and a focus on Lord’s upper choir. Details are garbled with poor readability.
The electors of Canberra chose a Hospital Board and an Advisory Council to handle local affairs. The board will begin with a preliminary meeting next week, while the council faces legal uncertainty over its role and draft ordinances. Six months after the Interior Minister’s promise, the need for statutory clarity outweighs verbal assurances.
An official inquiry into a missing air liner began with authorities in Melbourne examining wreckage and debris washed ashore. The find included a pilot’s log book. officials at the Finders landing collected portions of the aircraft and chartered observers reviewed the scene for clues to the plane’s fate.
A telegram from Tanmania’s prime minister prompted Tanmania’s treasurer to seek flying boats. The message urged tighter regulation and policing of movements tied to the plots growing around the Brie Mine site. Mr Lyona and Mr Dwyer Gray were noted in the report as key figures.
Delegates from the eastern states arrive in Canberra on Friday for the 20th Hinmiat Convention of the National Christian Endeavour Union of Australia and New Zealand. Events include a railway station welcome, Parliament House visit, Institute of Anatomy, church headquarters at Baptist Church, Methodist Central Hall meetings, and a united Christian Endeavour Rally with local participants. Canberra will be represented in Brisbane by three Reid Methodist International Society members.
Fragmentary OCR notes show a Baptist minister and church activities dated with Sunday School and a meeting. Mentions a minister, likely A. Mui Aue, and a location or street names such as Watdoeh and WAL TREEE with Wy Way. Content is incomplete but indicates church outreach and scheduled events.
A special Cabinet meeting was held after reports of hostilities in Abyssinia. Prime Minister Lyons said no immediate steps were planned in Australia and a second meeting was unlikely before Wednesday. He noted Titian Consulates in the States are not being guarded and stressed efforts to keep the dispute limited and supported peaceful League aims.
Financial editors report a broad decline as European tensions and the Abyssinian crisis ripple into quotations. Topmakers act cautiously, several withdraw liens, and traders fear wider conflict could destabilize currency and prices.
The Christian Science Society of Ganberra announces upcoming services and testimonies. Public notices invite families and children to attend the Sunday event at Albert Hall, with reminders of lectures and the week’s plans in the League Room.
Church of England notices indicate a vestry service to be led by Ven. Avohsonin i. M. Johnston, NLA, Heston, with Ven. C. S. Robertson, Rector of Canberra, conducting after the evening service. Preparations for a spiritual Hale of Work at the Albert Hall on Isturday November 32 are under way, and Sunday School workers plan an annual picnic before month’s end. Women workers of 8, Paul’s Kingston will conduct a Communion service at the An fat that eamtoo tomorrow.
The paper outlines morning and evening services led by Rev Turnbull and Rev Arnold at Unthorough. a Sunday School anniversary and derailed notices for a May church meeting. Activities include hymn singing, children’s events, and plans for a Harvest refreshment. A deacon induction is noted.
Washington reports President Roosevelt is expected to issue a proclamation delaying an arms embargo on exports to Italy or Ethiopia until economic and financial sanctions are clarified. Meanwhile in New York, clashes between Tulluta and Black residents in Harlem and Brooklyn prompt 1000 police and 100 detectives to quell unrest after a market picketing incident.
A long list of attendees at the Hotel Ainsite reflects a social gathering with many guests from Melbourne Sydney Launceston and other cities. Notable names include Ming Betty Gwen Rowe Dr Murray and Archdeacon Johnstone among numerous others. The crowd signals a major event with regional attendance.
Federal Executive of the ALP announced unity after a tense four hour session at 2 am as delegates from all states agreed on key points. A special meeting in Sydney will reconvene to finalize representations, with NSW invited to attend to ensure party unity and advance constitutional reforms.
A garbled report from a Commonwealth luncheon notes that Prime Minister and premier figures discuss aid to wheat and meat sectors. Delegates from multiple states attend, aiming to improve industrial prospects, while acknowledging past government efforts and current challenges.
Fragmented report from Melbourne indicates no decision yet on sanctions policy as ministers debate whether to act. references to George Pearon and George Pearce suggest government deliberations and possible rapid action if approved, with emphasis on trade controls and export restrictions pending cabinet guidance.
Fragmented OCR yields a garbled report about German newspapers and reactions to wartime strain influencing relations with Britain and Australia. The piece mentions individuals with unclear roles and a general atmosphere of indignation and bargaining amid political tension.
A fragmented OCR item references a change or alteration involving a place or entity named Rhea Tow 1. The readable bits suggest a classification of a local matter perhaps tied to a street or facility, but details are unclear and no specific actions or outcomes are provided in the legible text.
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